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Serving Our Covenant Through United Church Funds
Serving Our Covenant Through United Church Funds

The Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott represented the Southwest Conference at the United Church Funds (UCF) Board of Directors meeting on October 26 and 27, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio. As a UCF board member, he serves on the Sustainable and Responsible Investing Committee and the Institutional Relationships Committee.

UCF is growing. It now manages about $1.485 billion for more than 1,100 churches, Conferences and ministries, and it has welcomed 12 new clients this year. At the meeting, the board planned for 2027, learned about artificial intelligence, and heard updates on UCF's work to protect the rights of faith-based investors.

UCF is one of five UCC financial ministries, along with the Pension Boards, Cornerstone Fund, Church Building & Loan Fund, and Insurance Board. These are our covenant partners. They exist to serve our churches.

If your church keeps its endowment or savings with a commercial bank or brokerage, please consider moving some or all of it to UCF or another UCC financial ministry. Your money will be professionally managed, invested in line with UCC values, and put to work for the wider church. You can start small, with just one fund. To learn more, visit ucfunds.org or contact Rev. Dr. Elliott, who will gladly connect you with the UCF team.

Grace and peace,

The Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott

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ACTION ALERT: Prepare for Midterm Elections
ACTION ALERT: Prepare for Midterm Elections

ACTION ALERT: Prepare for Midterm Elections so all of God's creation can thrive.

On November 3rd, 2026, the United States will hold its midterm elections. Click below to view the compiled list of resources from partners and friends in this work – double check your voter registration, make a plan and know your voting rights. Join us in voting for Creation this midterm election.

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