UCC News Digest: Self Care during COVID-19

Resources for Resilience Videos and virtual communities, just two forms of support for clergy coping with the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more, access the resources

Looking for Liberation Immigrants in sanctuary, and their pastors, look to President Biden for freedom. Learn more   How Are Our Children? In ‘State of the Union’ season, UCC series examines state of things that also matter. Learn about the series

People's Power UCC Haven beats the cold and the odds by ‘working with’ instead of ‘providing for.’ Read more   A Win for Extravagant Welcome Court backs Florida church’s freedom to welcome beachgoers — for now. Learn more

Sing at Synod Calling all singers — volunteer for the four virtual General Synod Choirs. Looking for individual, church and youth choirs. Register here by Feb. 19   Join the Stillspeaking Writers' Group The Pilgrim Press is looking for new ‘Daily Devotional’ contributors. See how you can add your voice to the mix. Learn more

These Days What we have been living through in the last year is unlike any other time in our lives. So we adjust, adapt, accept, or endure. Listen to the Podcast

UCC in the News ––––– Florida church says offering free beach parking is a religious act. Judge agrees Advocates say immigration overhaul needed for people in sanctuary Honduras man living in sanctuary in Missouri church hopes Biden administration prevents deportation Hope and skepticism as Biden promises to address environmental racism Black Lives Matter banner defaced outside California church More News >   Other Religion News ––––– Black clergy offer churches as COVID-19 vaccination sites, roll up their sleeves In Biden’s Catholic faith, an ascendant liberal Christianity With vaccinations, an army of gray volunteers is coming Interdenominational panel warns of extreme danger of Christian nationalism Some Southern Baptist pastors are calling Kamala Harris ‘Jezebel.’ What do they mean? More News >

Take Action: An Opportunity to Act on COVID Relief Around the Globe: Love as God Loves - Japan Witness for Justice: E Pluribus Unum Vital Signs & Statistics: White Nationalists Down the Street Ministerial Changes: Changes and Deaths

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SAVE THE DATE July 11-18, 2021

Promote General Synod Download free “Rooted In Love” logos and materials to promote General Synod at your church or online platforms like social media. And, view and share the new Invitational video featuring General Synod Administrator, Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson! Read More

Learn about Resolutions Several General Synod resolutions are being readied for review. Find out what delegates will be considering when business is called to order in July. Read More

Call for Virtual Choirs Announcing the formation of four General Synod Virtual Choirs! Learn the details and how to volunteer. Act fast! The deadline to volunteer is February 19, 2021. Read More

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