Rev. Jennifer Sowell Elected AGM

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Rev. Jennifer Sowell Elected AGM

The Rev. Jennifer Sowell, an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ with more than two decades of pastoral leadership experience, was elected to serve an unexpired term as the next Associate General Minister (AGM), Love of Church on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at a special meeting of General Synod 35, which officially ends a several year process that began at the end of 2023. Sowell’s election is a historic one, marking the first time in the denomination’s nearly 70-year history that leadership of the church is all women. 

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Free ONA Sunday Resources Are Here.

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Free ONA Sunday Resources Are Here.

Open and Affirming Sunday is coming up on Sunday, June 28, and this year’s theme is “We Shall Not Be Moved: Rooted in Love, Justice, and Affirmation.”

Whether your church is newly Open and Affirming or has been living into this commitment for decades, we hope these resources help your congregation worship with courage, joy, and holy boldness.

Access the full Open and Affirming Sunday worship resources here.

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Strengthen the Church offering 5/24/2026

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Strengthen the Church offering 5/24/2026

The Strengthen the Church (STC) Offering reflects the shared commitment of people across the United Church of Christ to cooperatively build up the UCC. Conferences and the national setting equally share the gifts given by members and friends through their local congregations. The funds raised support leadership development, new churches, youth ministry, and innovation in existing congregations.  By your generosity to this offering, you build up the Body of Christ.

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Arizona Grant Notice

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Arizona Grant Notice

The FY2027 State of Arizona Nonprofit Security Grant Program (AZ-NSGP) is established to provide funding to eligible nonprofit organizations that are at greatest risk of a terrorist attack or at risk of hate crimes or attacks because of the nonprofit’s ideology, beliefs or mission for target hardening and other security enhancements and activities.

Nonprofit organizations with one site may apply for up to $100,000 for that site. Applicants with multiple sites may choose to apply for additional sites up to a maximum of three (3) sites. Total amount for all sites for each Applicant may not exceed $100,000. If a nonprofit organization applies for projects at multiple sites, regardless of whether the projects are similar in nature, it must include a vulnerability assessment unique to each site.

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Are you a Pension Boards member? Remember to VOTE before May 13

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Are you a Pension Boards member? Remember to VOTE before May 13

The 2026 Annual Meeting of Members of The Pension Boards-United Church of Christ, Inc. will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, commencing at 2:00 p.m., ET, (11 am AZ / 12 pm NM & El Paso) for the election and re-election of Trustees and transaction of such other business as may properly come before the meeting.

How do I attend the Annual Meeting online?

On the day of the meeting, please log in to your Pension Boards account for instructions for joining the Zoom meeting.

How do I vote online?

The Annual Meeting Notice and Proxy Ballot below will mail to all those eligible to vote.

Click here to vote online (Note: You will need your seven-digit Pension Boards member ID.)
Voting will close at 5:00 p.m., EDT, (2 pm AZ / 3 pm NM & El Paso) on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

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Now Hiring: Executive Assistant to the Conference Minister

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The Southwest Conference (SWC) is seeking a highly capable and mission-aligned Executive Assistant to the Conference Minister, a trusted partner who will help advance the ministry and leadership of the Conference through exceptional administrative and relational support.

This is more than an administrative role. It is an opportunity to serve the wider church by supporting the daily work, priorities, and communications of the Conference Minister. The ideal candidate brings both professional excellence and a deep respect for the values, relationships, and rhythms of faith-based leadership.

Read the job description and see how to apply here.

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Morning Connection: A Recovery Spirituality in Action Ministry

Morning Connection: A Recovery Spirituality in Action Ministry

by Gordon Street III, Commissioned Minister

What began at the start of COVID as a simple way to stay connected has grown into a daily outreach reaching over 130 people across the country. Each morning, I share an inspirational image and a short “Thought for you and me”—a small reminder of hope, presence, and connection. In those early days, I often closed with the words, “Stay safe, stay strong, live life,” and sometimes, “Together we can.” Those words were as much for me as they were for anyone receiving them.

What I didn’t fully realize at the time was how deeply this practice would shape my own spiritual life.

Click through to read Gordon’s article.

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