United Church of Christ

The United Church of Christ (UCC) is a unique and vibrant community of Christians united in their faith and commitment to making a difference. With more than 5,000 congregations and close to one million members throughout the United States, the UCC dedicates itself to working alongside God to create a fair and sustainable world. Known for being a pioneer in many aspects, the UCC prides itself on its inclusive welcome and embodies the spirit of unity expressed in the phrase, “…they may all be one” (John 17:21).

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Resolutions for General Synod 35 span global contexts, holistic health, Conference change

1 month ago | ucc.org | Kayla Berkey

The final proposed resolutions for General Synod 35 are now available for review. Eight resolutions and one formal motion are ready to be considered by this national body of the United Church of Christ in Kansas City, July 11-15. The UCC Board, acting as the General Synod Business Committee, affirmed the action of each submitted resolution during its March meeting.
New staff bring experience and passion to roles across the National Ministries

1 month ago | ucc.org | Kayla Berkey

A variety of new staff have joined the United Church of Christ National Ministries in recent months, bringing with them talents and passion for the work of the church. Further, as the National Ministries continue to live into a model of One Staff, One Budget, One Mission, some staff realignment has taken place as part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
Church World Service partners gather in Cleveland to collaborate on disaster relief in changing political climate

1 month ago | ucc.org | Kayla Berkey

Climate disasters like hurricanes, storms, and wildfires are taking place more frequently these days, and often with increased intensity. Yet in a reality where the demand for disaster response resources is greater, more than 200 employees have been cut from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, which manages the federal response to disasters and emergencies.
General Synod opening preacher is ready for the church to ‘go deep or go home’

1 month ago | ucc.org | Kayla Berkey

The Rev. Marilyn Pagán-Banks serves many roles in her hometown city of Chicago. She pastors at San Lucas United Church of Christ, serves as the executive director of the organization A Just Harvestto combat hunger in the city, teaches seminary classes, and was recently elected as a member of the Chicago Police District Council. A newly added role for her will be to offer the message at the opening worship of this summer’s General Synod 35 on July 11. Registration for General Synod is open now.
No candidate identified: Associate General Minister for Love of Church search to relaunch after General Synod 35

1 month ago | ucc.org | Kayla Berkey

The search committee for the role of Associate General Minister for Love of Church did not identify a candidate to recommend to the United Church of Christ Board during their March 6-8 meetings in Cleveland. The Love of Church Search Committee, which began its work in August 2024, held a diligent search that included online and in-person interviews, as described in the report to the UCCB prepared by Committee Chair, the Rev. Jasmine Quinerly.
San Diego church distributes ashes at the border as act of solidarity with immigrants

1 month ago | ucc.org | Kayla Berkey

This week, faith leaders across the country carried church to the people with the practice of offering “ashes to go” in their communities. As the Lenten season began with Ash Wednesday on March 5, pastoral staff of Covenant United Church of Christ extended love, prayer, and ashes through car windows as people drove through their Illinois community. In Massachusetts, pastors from First Church Sandwich UCC set up near their town’s old town hall to offer ashes to go.
Preacher for General Synod aims to cultivate deep belonging, deep hope

1 month ago | ucc.org | Kayla Berkey

On most Sundays at First Congregational Church of Memphis, the Rev. Tony Coleman delivers his sermons surrounded by large, brightly colored art and a diverse group of congregants gathered in a circular arrangement. First Congo, as the church is often called, includes three buildings that house the church’s food justice ministry, a bike co-op, a hostel – but “the center of gravity,” as Coleman described it, is the sanctuary.
Lent 2025 resources offer nourishment, challenge and encouragement to dig deep - United Church of Christ

1 month ago | ucc.org | Kayla Berkey

Amid a news cycle filled with stories that can cause overwhelm and disorientation, the season of Lent will begin next week on March 5.
Samaritans and ranchers: Voices of people who regularly meet migrants at U.S.-Mexico border

1 month ago | ucc.org | Kayla Berkey

¿Necesita agua y comida? Do you need food and water? It’s a question that Samaritan Volunteer Gail Kocourek repeats often as she travels along the U.S.-Mexico border carrying these very items — water, food, first aid supplies. The Samaritan program has become deeply integrated into the mission and work of The Good Shepherd United Church of Christ in Sahuarita, Arizona, where people have been going out into the desert to welcome migrants to their community and country for more than two decades.
Self-nominations requested for individuals to serve as General Synod committee chairs

2 months ago | ucc.org | Kayla Berkey

As planning for General Synod is well underway, the General Synod staff are seeking self-nominations for people to serve as committee chairs. This invitation is specifically for delegates at General Synod 35 in Kansas City, which takes place July 11-15. Each committee chair helps to lead and guide a committee through its resolution work at Synod.