These course offerings are free…BUT they are not EASY! This journey of changing lenses, adjusting our perceptions and ultimately our organizational systems and culture takes time and effort, introspection, new learning, practice, perseverance, honesty and humility. I hope we can make 2023 a year when we dive deep as individuals, churches and a conference into this pilgrimage of antiracism and racial justice. Let me describe to you the offerings that will be coming in the next six months, all via ZOOM, and all are open to BOTH lay and clergy.
Read MoreThe Southwest Conference staff, along with Annual Gathering Coordinator Karen Richter, have the planning well underway and we need feedback from clergy in non-parish settings.
Read MoreThe Southwest Conference staff, along with Annual Gathering Coordinator Karen Richter, have the planning well underway and we need feedback from all SWC clergy and church delegates.
Read MoreIn Albuquerque last weekend, Dr. Toni preached her first sermon and facilitated a racial justice forum on the wealth gap her new role as our Transitional Conference Minister, right after participating in the Common Ground at the Border to see the “amazing ministry taking place throughout this conference.” She said, “Join us in passing the salt to promote transformation in the lives of many. Truly the best is yet to come!”
Read what some Albuquerque folks had to say about Dr. Toni’s visit.
Read MoreOPTIC - Office of Philanthropy, Technology, Identity, & Communication for the United Church of Christ - is updating the VERY dated OCWM materials with new resources.
Check them out.
Read MoreCheck out these two offerings shared by Rev. Teresa Blythe for reflection and learning this Lent: Online Mini-retreat with Stations of the Cross artwork and Four Zoom Presentations on Walking with the Spiritual but not Religious.
Read MoreSeventeen resolutions have been formally submitted for Synod consideration this summer.
Read MorePATHWAYS Theological Education, Inc., announces its first CPE cohort for people:
who are currently in or pursuing pastoral care vocations
who want the challenge of working in community settings
who are not necessarily healthcare oriented.
Offered through Sankofa CPE, this cohort will include those working in urban and rural settings, and also those from a variety of educational, religious, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
This is a fully certified 24-week CPE program, available to participants around the country, combining online group work and supervision with onsite work in a community. The application process is extensive and our first cohort will be small; applicants do not need to be enrolled in or possess a Master’s degree but must be serious about fulfilling the requirements of the course. The application deadline is January 17 for the course beginning February 13. There is still space!
Read MorePlanning on going to General Synod in Indianapolis this summer? Mark your calendars for January 23.
Registration for the United Church of Christ’s 34th Synod will open online on that Monday for all delegates and visitors. The biennial gathering is taking place June 30-July 4 at the Indiana Convention Center.
More info here.
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The Justa Center has a team of passionate individuals committed to ending seniors in homelessness. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for implementing the strategic direction established by the Board of Directors to achieve the Justa Center’s mission.
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Read MoreI am both honored and humbled to join a healthy conference, the Southwest Conference of the United Church of Christ and follow the legacy of the Rev. Dr. William Lyons. My heart overflows to the response of support I have received as your new Transitional Conference Minister. It affirms to me that when we say we offer extravagant welcome and hospitality that our actions speak louder than words; and we reflect the love and light of Christ.
Read MoreJoin Dr. Toni along with other Arizona judicatory leaders for our statewide celebration of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (WPCU) 2023. This Prayer Service will be held Friday, January 20, 2023 to celebrate the Annual WPCU, and we are delighted to welcome everyone back to our first in-person gathering in 3 years.
Read MoreChristmas is the power of love: Renew your commitment to love with the coming of the Christ child.
Read MoreJoin us, free of charge, for an introduction workshop to Antiracism Study Dialogue Circles (ASDIC) Metamorphosis to better understand the ways race and racism operate in all of our lives. This workshop will give you greater clarity of thinking, strength of relationship, and effectiveness of action in addressing systemic racism
Read MoreAs we await the coming of the Christ Child, take heart in the hope, joy, light and love that Jesus brings.
Christmas blessings to all this holiday season from the United Church of Christ, and peace in the New Year.
Read MorePATHWAYS Theological Education, Inc. is pleased to announce the January term online, asynchronous courses that are accessible and affordable for curious Progressive Christians. All courses are designed with the Marks of Faithful and Effective Authorized Ministers at their core, and are helpful to anyone who wants to develop spiritual and leadership gifts for use in the church and the world.
Read MoreRev. Shea Darian invites your family to come and be inspired with practical ideas to help you create everyday sanctuaries and safe havens with the children and youth in your life.
Read MoreThe United Church of Christ General Minister and President John Dorhauer shares his Christmas reflection with the wider church.
Read MoreASDIC Workshops offerings for the fall and spring; you can sign up for multiple workshops. Each workshop set has two sessions that are 3 hours long on two Wednesdays per month.
Read MoreFrom Acting Conference Minister / Associate Conference Minister, Rev. Dr. Barb Doerrer-Peacock:
The Alliance of Associate Conference Ministers and the Council of Conference Ministers have witnessed the weariness experienced by our authorized ministers and have come together to offer a pastoral letter of care and concern for our colleagues. Grounded in the words from Matthew 14:23, the need for rest and renewal for our leaders who serve God’s people is uplifted. Also provided are resources for clergy and their congregational leaders to consider in making the space and time for clergy renewal. Both of these are in this post. We pray our words allow your exhaustion to be seen and hope to empower you claim the space for sabbath renewal.
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