Moral Mondays

God enters the world in infinite ways. For Christians, the most important way was through a blended, non-traditional family with very imperfect ancestors.

We 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.

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.

‘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.

A 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.

The United Church of Christ has long had a commitment to reconciliation among the many branches of the Body of Christ that includes its relationships of full communion. In line with tradition in years past, the 35th General Synod of… The post What does it mean to be in full communion with another denomination? appeared […]

When news came of Walter Brueggemann’s passing on June 5 at the age of 92, I found myself, like many pastors, skimming the books published by the prolific author and renowned Old Testament scholar that sat on my shelves. Each… The post Carrying on the Brueggemann legacy: Time to embrace the call to prophetic imagining […]

As many plan to gather for General Synod in Kansas City in just a few weeks, the United Church of Christ National Setting has prepared special options for people to tune into parts of Synod’s work and worship from near… The post General Synod 35 plenaries to be livestreamed; Sunday worship invites surrounding communities appeared […]