Blogs
Ameni
Don Remick's look at all that was packed into a little more than 24 hours at the 214th Annual Meeting of the Massachusetts Conference.
Report from the Special Commission on Unaccompanied Homeless Youth
The new Special Commission on Unaccompanied Homeless Youth has released its inaugural report. What's next?
Act to Establish the MA Innocence Commission hearing scheduled
The hearing is set - please urge members of the Joint Judiciary to vote in favor of this legislation.
God Suffers When We Suffer
Read Stan Duncan's reflection in the Huffington Post about the EF5 tornado that devastated Oklahoma last week.
Do you have an interest in helping the homeless?
Are you interested in what the Conference can do to support people who are homeless and to end homelessness? Here is a way to help.
Franklinton Center at Bricks
Associate Conference Minister Andy Gustafson visits the UCC Franklinton Center at Bricks in Whitakers, NC.
Your UCC Office in Washington DC
Associate Conference Minister Andy Gustafson visits the UCC's Washington DC office as part of his Changing Lives tour.
Changing Lives Tour: Margate Community Church
Associate Conference Minister Andy Gustafson visits the Margate Community Church in New Jersey, which is hosting mission teams working on Hurricane Sandy recovery.
The Road From Here: The PEP Program
The PEP continues to make significant differences in the lives of clergy and their congregations. With Sue's inspiration, your continued thirst for excellence and God's grace, it will continue to grow and expand for another ten years and far beyond.
CWS Appeals Urgently for Emergency Cleanup Buckets
Cleanup Bucket supply dwindles following disasters in the Midwest.
Protect Homeless Families: new amendments reach State Senate
Two amendments will protect homeless children from needing to stay in places not fit for human habitation.
Responding to the Oklahoma tornadoes
It would be hard to miss the images and stories of the impact of the tornado that swept through Moore, Oklahoma. They weigh heavy on hearts and souls. And those who have been in disasters feel a particular tug of emotions. The folks in the communities, and all those who will be impacted by this season's storms, are grateful for your prayers. For those who are looking for ways to offer other support you can learn more through this article.
May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
Mission 4/1 Earth: Write an Advocacy Letter!
Here are some ideas for environmental advocacy letters from ucc.org.
Plant a Tree!
Mission 4/1 goal #2: Plant (100,000) trees!
Your Earth Care Hours
All the ways to add up Earth Care Hours!
Vacation Bible School- Do We? And if so how and when?
Summer is just around the corner and it is time to be planning for what your church school will be offering this summer for the younger members of your church and your community. One of the options is Vacation Bible School aka VBS.
A Time to Come Together - For One Another and for Creation: Saturday at Old South Church and Trinity Church in Copley Square
Violence in our world: a project for our MACUCC Annual Meeting and UCC General Synod
MACUCC churches are being encouraged to create rainbow scarfs in a symbolic stand against bullying and violence, particularly in light of the events surrounding the Boston Marathon last week.
Coming Out and Keeping the Faith ~ A Community Event
How strong does a person have to be to reconcile their GLBTQ identity and their faith in the face of family, religious and community rejection? The short answer is: Incredibly strong. Read more...
