UCC News Digest: Praying for Justice

‘We Can’t Rest Yet’ UCC Minnesota Conference Minister Shari Prestemon: On the ground at ‘ground zero.’ Read her reflection

A Way to Repentance and Repair UCC leaders laud historic legislation on reparations, heading to House vote. Learn more   A Time of Reckoning Gunman kills 8; church leader urges attention to ‘root of violence.’ Read more

Equality and Voting Rights Clergy call for D.C. statehood to give voting representation to residents. Learn more   Up for Consideration General Synod is asked to decry 'corrupt' bail system and declare racism a public health crisis. Read more

Economic Justice Faith groups standing with tobacco farm workers in fight for basic workplace rights. Read more   Getting Ready, Getting Rooted Join the General Synod worship team to talk through the event’s spiritual foundations. Get a sneak peek at music and art. Two webinars April 20 and 22. Learn more - register today

Toward a Sustainable Future On Sustainable Development Goals, “It’s all of us together.” Watch the webinar   Connect with Climate Justice Leaders Check out plans for and UCC participation in the American Climate Leadership Summit. Learn more - register today

An Existential Wound White people cannot know the pain and struggle of people of color — but can recognize it and get out of the way so those oppressed can heal themselves. Listen to the Podcast

UCC in the News ––––– From the filibuster to D.C. statehood, clergy rally around a growing voting rights agenda D.C. community gathers to honor local shooting victims ‘A miracle’ — Tennessee community honors first responders, prays three days after tornado touched down CHHSM resolution on racism is the latest in its tradition of public health advocacy Teen’s killing reaffirms Chicago’s demands for community-driven police accountability More News >   Other Religion News ––––– Biden reverses course on refugee cap after faith groups express outrage After outcry, White House says Biden will lift refugee cap in May Sikhs mark toned-down holiday amid continuing virus concerns Somber, deeply Anglican funeral honors Prince Philip for his service and devotion Study: Multiracial Methodist churches draw and keep more people than their white counterparts More News >

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