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After five years in the making, a draft of the Manual on Local Church (MLC) — along with all of the resources that go along with it — is now available. The 32nd General Synod resolved that a working group,…

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An intergenerational art program called “Opening Minds Through Art” (OMA) is offering people living with dementia a way to assume new roles as artists and leave a legacy of beautiful artwork. This program is thriving at the United Church Homes…

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A new school year is underway, and many students are arriving to class with backpacks that have been blessed and overflowing with supplies that have been generously donated. But two congregations have gone beyond school backpacks, finding creative ways to…

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Applications are now open for the Associate General Minister of Love of Church and the Associate General Minister of Love of Neighbor. A search committee has been formed for each position, and they are beginning the process of discernment to…

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The lifeline crisis phone number 988 for suicide prevention is being highlighted this coming Sunday, Sept. 8 (9/8/2024) in faith communities across the U.S., including the United Church of Christ. 988 Day is a national initiative dedicated to raising awareness…

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