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When the United Church of Christ gathers in Kansas City this coming July 11-15 for General Synod 35, there will be many generous donors to thank for making it happen. Through these partnerships, UCC members, colleagues, and national staff will…

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The acts of preaching and worship hold a unique power to address the challenges and opportunities of the current moment.   An upcoming Preaching and Worship Summit, “For Such a Time as This,” aims to empower people with resources to…

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After arriving in Serbia as a teenager from Iraq, Ahmed has spent over a decade building a life in Belgrade—overcoming language barriers, legal hurdles and housing challenges with determination and grace. Now on the path to Serbian citizenship and pursuing his dream of becoming a pilot, Ahmed’s story reflects resilience, belonging and the quiet hope of starting anew. From Baghdad ... Read More

Henry Ward Beecher, the celebrated Congregational preacher, activist, and abolitionist who delivered the opening sermon in 1873 at the newly minted First Congregational Church of Park Ridge, New Jersey, once said, “We are always on the anvil; by trials God…

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[World Council of Churches] In a landmark gathering addressing the spiritual dimensions of the ecological crisis, Christian leaders from Eastern and Western traditions convened in Assisi, Italy, to develop a shared liturgical Feast of Creation. The three-day conference May 5-7 marks a significant step toward establishing what Bishop Heinrich Bedford-Strohm, moderator of the World Council of Churches central committee, described as “a wonderful expression of the trinitarian essence that unites us as churches” and a powerful spiritual response to the urgent climate challenges facing our planet. The conference brought together representatives from 16 world communions including the Anglican Communion, Baptist World Alliance, Roman Catholic Church, Lutheran World Federation and Eastern Orthodox churches. The discussions will focus on the theological foundations of the feast, lectionary readings, liturgical prayers and the date, with Sept. 1 being traditionally observed as Creation Day in Eastern Orthodox traditions. In his introductory address, Bedford-Strohm set the tone for the gathering, stating, “If the Assisi process continues to develop and reach its goal, it might become a landmark in the history of Christianity. Looking back into the second millennium, there seems to be only one precedent: the Feast of the Transfiguration, which was originally celebrated in the East and then adopted in the West in 1456.” Read the entire article here.

After fleeing violence in Niger, Adamou found safety and hope in Serbia with support from CWS and the Belgrade Centre for Human Rights. Now rebuilding his life with resilience and optimism, he continues to pursue his dreams while inspiring others with his kindness. From Tragedy to Triumph: Adamou’s Journey to Safety Adamou once led a carefree life in a small ... Read More

The bill would permanently change how we approach end-of-life healthcare

Bishop Dr Sani Ibrahim Azar is from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land.

Christians across the UK will be praying that politicians choose life and vote against these proposals. Will you join in?

Matthew Hutton emphasises the importance of making practical preparations before death