One of the wonderful things about worship in UCC churches is that it's done differently in every congregation. How does the local flavor add to the richness of worship at your church?
There is a rest that we can come to know when grounded in the source of our being. Let God return you to your "base" so that your heart can find rest. (Listen to the podcast)
As our nation observes 400 years since slavery came to our shores, white American Christianity needs to recognize and purge this justification of evil.
It can be hard to find stories of kindness these days. It seems all we hear are arguing and sniping at each other for one reason or another. So, when a story of kindness comes around, don't hesitate to share it! The world can use as many stories of kindness as we can get. Listen to the podcast...
Let there be peace on Earth, and let it begin with me. These words are becoming more and more poignant and important in these days of violence, unrest and mistrust.
The latest mass shootings and probable inaction by our government leaders may be enough to make you want to throw your hands in the air and give up. But resist doing that. In fact, as Christians we must do the opposite of giving up. Please listen to this special podcast.
How do you and your congregation worship? There are so many ways to do it - all beautiful - and as long as you give your whole heart, mind and soul to it, it's all so very good.
Listen to John Dorhauer describe his worship experiences from the past month...
As church, we are a body that is called to love. So we need to be mindful of the affect our words and actions have on others, including what we say and do to our own.
God gives everyone a different perspective, a different walk of life in which we shape our opinions and contribute to this life. The Holy Spirit is revealed when the listening in community is honest, open, intense and all voices are heard. This can lead to some pretty interesting and important debate.
Decision making within the UCC's General Synod is no exception.
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