News from the United Church of Christ
Note: UCC News is taking a break while the National Ministries Offices are closed for the holidays through Jan. 1.
‘Go tell it on the mountain’: Christmas blessings from the General Minister and President
As Christmas day approaches, Christ is born again into the world. The United Church of Christ General Minister and President the Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson offers Christmas blessings with a message that uplifts “the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace” in Isaiah 52:7.
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Year in Review: Top news highlights of 2024
The United Church of Christ News team has spent each week of 2024 delivering stories that…
Read MoreNo more lonely little Christmases: Chasing away the blues now and into the New Year
With the loneliness epidemic in the U.S. continuing to affect every one in five people, many…
Read MoreUCC Annual Report video brings to life impactful ministries
Leaders of the United Church of Christ are thrilled to share the newly released 2024 Annual…
Read MoreUCC in the News
- Religious traditions can help with holiday blues, mental health experts say | RNS
- Shiloh community gains support from churches across the nation in fight for change | WDHN Dothan
- The future of faith: How Northeast Ohio Protestant churches are evolving | WKYC
- Rhode Island church’s nativity puppet show raises $1,244 for The Housing Hotline | WUN
- Spiritual Literacy Month is one couple’s legacy of right intention | RNS
- Commentary: A secret Santa | The Sheridan Press
Hear from our Staff and Ministry Teams
Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson
Read the latest writings from our General Minister and President to better understand her work in the church.
Rev. Shari Prestemon
Read the blog of our Acting Associate General Minister to explore her work and hear stories from our global partners.