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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.

On Nov. 9, each of the four United Church of Christ conferences in Pennsylvania passed the same motion requesting authorization from the UCC General Synod for the four to become one. These coordinated but separate meetings were one step further… The post All four Pennsylvania conferences pass motion toward one combined conference appeared first on […]

The gulf coast of Pinellas County, Florida recently suffered a destructive double whammy within the space of two weeks. Hurricane Helene, which moved up the shoreline some 100 miles to the west on Sept. 26, sent eight-foot waves surging over… The post Florida UCC churches organize helping hands in wake of recent hurricanes appeared first […]

This week marks Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), an annual time of mourning and honoring trans siblings who have lost lives to violence on Nov. 20. UCC Minister and Team Leader for Gender & Sexuality Justice Ministries Rachael Ward (they/them),… The post Commentary: Honoring queer lives, remembering trans siblings lost appeared first on United Church […]