Black History Month Reflections

UCC GMP the Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson reflects on the importance of Black History and the preserving of key parts of American History in a special video message to the church.

Continuing Coverage: UCC Responds to ICE

As ICE occupations in cities across the US continue, the UCC is active in calling for peace and condemning the actions of federal agents. Keep track of coverage and response in real time.

People’s Prayers for Peace

General Minister and President, the Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson calls the church into a season of prayer centered around ending violence in any manifestation and bringing about peace. Learn more about People’s Prayers for Peace and share a prayer of your own.

Join the Justice & Peace Action Network

Participate in the UCC’s advocacy network composed of individual members and local congregations across the country! Sign up to receive weekly alerts with opportunities to take action on a diverse range of justice issues.

United in Christ’s love, we seek justice for all

We are a distinct and diverse community of Christians that come together as one church united in Spirit to love all, welcome all, and seek justice for all.

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Daily Devotional

Created by the Still Speaking Writer’s Group by The Pilgrim Press, the Daily Devotional grounds our daily faith.

Cast Your Anxieties

All your anxiety, cast on God, because God cares for you all. Be sober, keep alert. – 1 Peter 5:7 (as translated by Wilda C. Gafney for Year B)  Once upon a time, I developed an abiding fear. A fear about losing what I had. And…

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Action Alerts: Help Us Make Meaningful Change

This Black History Month, Tell Congress to Embrace Reparations

The United Church of Christ has a long history of advocating for racial justice and reparations. Join us in urging Congress to pass H.R. 40 and take actionable steps towards reparations today!

Extend Safety Protections for Our Somali Neighbors

Over the years, Americans have welcomed newcomers by creating systems to protect people fleeing danger. Let the President know that Somalis and all people with Temporary Protected Status and refugee status must be welcomed and treated with dignity. 

Protect Our Neighbors: Prevent Increased Funding for ICE

The UCC grieves the senseless murders of Alex Pretti, Renee Nicole Good, Keith Porter, and all whom have suffered under the abuses of ICE. Join us in urging the Senate to vote NO and prevent additional ICE funding!

Join The Movement

The United Church of Christ invites you to participate in the Join the Movement Campaign, a three-year initiative that recognizes local churches’ works towards racial justice. Together, we can advocate for all people to live without acts of violence or structures and systems that harm God’s human creation.

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Environmental Justice

From the birth of the environmental justice movement in the 1980s to the local ministries of churches throughout the country today, the United Church of Christ has been making a profound difference in caring for God’s creation. Learn more about our history, program, and resources.

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Worship Ways

Original liturgies written in English and in Spanish by United Church of Christ pastors, based on readings from the Revised Common Lectionary. 

Sermon Seeds

A worship preparation resource with Lectionary text and corresponding reflections. Seeds also Include prayer and focus questions for discussion.

Manual on Ministry

A guide and perspective for shared expectations in the essential ministry of Committees on Ministry.

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Our Church in Action

Doing justice, seeking peace and building community are central to the identity of the United Church of Christ. Our actions to create and foster economic, environmental and racial justice are rooted in the teachings of scripture and the policies of our General Synod. United in Christ’s love, we seek justice for all.

Recent UCC News from Around the World

Ashes to Ashes

Some weeks more than others the sense that the “world is burning” is hard to shake. The…

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‘A Season for Spiritual Preparation’: Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson offers Ash Wednesday reflections

The Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson, United Church of Christ General Minister and President/CEO,…

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Global Ministries: That all of God’s people and creation share in God’s abundant life.

Global Ministries is a common witness in mission between the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the United Church of Christ. Join us in our mission to receive and share the Good News of Jesus Christ by connecting with global and local partners to work for justice, reconciliation, and peace.

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