Faith In Action
The Jim Antal Keynote for this year’s UCC Earth Summit will be delivered by Katharine Hayhoe, one of the world’s leading climate scientists. Through television appearances on PBS and Showtime as well as her widely viewed TED Talks, Hayhoe has reached a broad audience with a compelling perspective on science, climate, and faith.
The summit will additionally feature a panel of grassroots leaders in the struggle against environmental racism in North Texas.
This two and a half hour online summit will begin at 2 pm ET on April 26th.
The Decentering Whiteness Task Force of the Southwest Conference of the UCC will be present at the 2025 Annual Meeting in Albuquerque. We will be offering a workshop titled "Calling People In," a method designed to address problematic behaviors or statements, especially those rooted in racial bias, with compassion and education rather than public shaming. In the context of racial justice and decentering whiteness, this approach fosters accountability while recognizing that everyone is on a learning journey, prioritizing understanding and growth over punitive measures. This seeks to create a safer space for dialogue, particularly for those from marginalized groups, by fostering a learning environment where individuals can recognize and correct their biases, thus shifting away from a culture that protects white comfort at the expense of addressing systemic inequity. Additionally, we will host a table with various resources to support churches in their quest for decentering whiteness, both personally and within their congregations.
Sunday, April 13, 4:00 pm in Douglas, AZ
You’re invited to join us on April 13th from 4pm to 6pm, in Douglas, Arizona, at the border (near the border crossing) for a healing circle dedicated to fostering peace and unity. In a space of shared respect and compassion, we will come together to offer prayers, meditations, and reflections for healing the divisions that affect our communities. This gathering aims to create a moment of connection, understanding, and hope, emphasizing our shared humanity. All are welcome to participate in this call for peace and unity.
We will meet at 3:45 pm in the Walmart Parking lot, 199 5th St, Douglas, AZ 85607.
Too often, our theology of God’s power has been shaped by images of dominion and control, mirroring human systems of exploitation and extraction. But Scripture reveals a different kind of power—one that flows through relationships, nurtures life, and brings healing to both people and planet. Creation Justice Ministries has released a new resource in time for Earth Sunday that explores life-giving theologies in conversation with those leading at the grassroots of a faith-rooted movement. In this webinar, we will hear from the lead author of the resource along with two of the faith leaders profiled in it. Even if you cannot make the webinar at its scheduled time of 1 pm ET on Wednesday, April 9th, still sign-up, and we will send you a link to a recording of it. Register now to join us!
CHHSM, UCC Wellness Ministries, and the UCC DC Office of Public Policy & Advocacy are hosting a Medicaid and SNAP Advocacy Week April 21-25, where registrants from around the country will have in-district meetings with their members of Congress in support of Medicaid, CHIP, and SNAP.
Register here for the advocacy week and to sign up for two 1-hour trainings, which will walk you through how to (1) set up a meeting with your senators and representatives and (2) prepare for that meeting. You will also receive meeting request scripts, talking points, and other materials that will walk you step by step through how you can lift your voice in support of these critical programs. No experience necessary!
Deadline for registration: April 1, 2025. Click through for details.
Thursday, March 27, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Arizona Capitol - House Lawn
1700 West Washington Street Phoenix, AZ 85007
Arizonans are united in their love for Public Lands and Waters, but special interests, seeking short-term profits, are working behind the scenes to make it easier to sell our public resources to the highest bidder.
Arizonans are uniting to fight back. Defending our American freedoms to hunt, fish, hike, and camp is more urgent than ever. We need to speak up to protect it.
Arizonans from across the state are gathering at the 2025 Arizona Rally for Public Lands to call on every elected official – from Phoenix to Washington, D.C. – to protect our access, wildlife, public workforce, and keep our public lands and waters in public hands. If you need transportation to the event, buses will be available from Tucson to Phoenix.
Wednesday, March 12, 6:30 - 8:00 pm MST via Zoom
With ongoing changes to immigration policies, it is more important than ever for our communities to be informed and prepared. Join clergy, faith leaders, and community advocates for this second essential rapid response training, designed to empower individuals and families facing increasingly strict immigration enforcement and provide updates on legal and advocacy efforts to challenge current policies.
This training will include:
✅ Know Your Rights – Key legal protections for individuals and families facing immigration enforcement.
✅ Legal & Advocacy Updates – The latest statewide and federal immigration policies and how we can take action.
Faith communities play a vital role in protecting and advocating for immigrant rights. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen our collective commitment and learn how to respond with compassion and action.
This training is hosted by: Corazón AZ, Arizona Interfaith Network (Valley Interfaith Project, Pima County Interfaith, Northern Arizona Interfaith), and Arizona Faith Network.
If you are interested in tracking bills that faith-based environmental organizations are tracking, you can check out this legislative tracker from the NM Interfaith Power and Light here.
Regardless of your citizenship or immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Join this webinar to learn your rights if you are approached by law enforcement – including local and state police, ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), and Border Patrol. The presentation will be given in English, with the option for live captions in Spanish.
Hosted by ACLU of Arizona
The UCC is currently launching its first chapters of the UCC Climate Hope Affiliates program in Allentown (PA), Hanover (NH), Framingham (MA), and Freemont (CA). The goal is to create the political will to address the twin, intertwined crises of climate change and societal injustice. Chapters will take monthly actions to develop long-term relationships with their members of congress and local media.
Let us know if you are interested in starting a chapter where you live.
The Immigrant Legal Resource Center has “Know Your Rights” Red Cards available. These cards are a reminder of the rights and protections provided to all people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, and are useful when confronted by immigration enforcement. The Red Cards are available as free downloadable files to print for your congregation and community.