2018 marks the 175th year of St John United Church of Christ in Germantown and we are excited to be celebrating this long and rich history of service to God and community. In addition to smaller activities and events throughout the year, our celebration will reach its climax the weekend of October 6-7th with a special dinner and music celebration on Saturday evening and a fantastic worship celebration and picnic throughout the day on Sunday. Keep checking back for updates and more information about these events and other anniversary-related news.
Daily Devotional
- Holy DysfunctionGod enters the world in infinite ways. For Christians, the most important way was through a blended, non-traditional family with very imperfect ancestors.
- Turn on the LampsWe want a glimpse of the face of God, reassuring us that we are not alone, that the cycle of death and rebirth has not stalled but will continue.
- With or From?Invasive species tend to take over and cause all kinds of problems, and there’s no species more invasive than humans. We’ve left no corner of the planet untouched.
- Delights of Discipline‘Discipline’ can be overused when it comes from a disciplinarian with an axe to grind. But discipline – the steady practices of disciples – can lead to wonders, too.
- Advent’s ThirstA week before Christmas, we may know the psalmist’s thirst. We may feel their loneliness. If that’s true for you, take time to drink and drink and drink in the river of God’s love.
UCC News
- Earth Day Summit 2024 focused on environmental issues and urged actionThe second annual United Church of Christ Earth Day Summit took place on Saturday, April 20, just before Earth Day, Monday, April 22. The event featured celebrated author and activist Bill McKibben, who delivered the Jim Antal Keynote Lecture with… The post Earth Day Summit 2024 focused on environmental issues and urged action appeared first […]
- Local congregations stir the policy waters, visiting Washington D.C. legislators to pray, talk and get actionThe nation’s capital was recently flooded with justice-seeking advocates representing United Church of Christ congregations from the West Coast and the Northeast. Well, maybe not flooded, but the presence of members from First Congregational Church of Kittery Point, Maine, and… The post Local congregations stir the policy waters, visiting Washington D.C. legislators to pray, talk […]
- Strengthen the Church materials now available ahead of May 19 day of givingThe United Church of Christ Strengthen the Church (STC) Offering reflects the shared commitment of people across the UCC to cooperatively build up the church. Conferences and the national setting equally share the gifts given by members and friends through… The post Strengthen the Church materials now available ahead of May 19 day of giving […]