Faith In Action

"Declaration for An End to Genocide in Palestine"

"Declaration for An End to Genocide in Palestine"

For my UCC siblings who are delegates to General Synod, I would appreciate your prayerful consideration of the resolution the Southwest Conference UCC and the UCC Movement for Palestinian Solidarity are bringing to Kansas City this week. Thank you, and please share with your network. - Christopher Schouten

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Dear Conference Ministers, General Synod Delegates, and Siblings in Christ,

At this General Synod you will be asked to consider a resolution from the Southwest Conference, "Declaration for An End to Genocide in Palestine." In order to help you prepare for this important discussion and vote, we encourage you to review the resources found in the links below.

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The ONA Coalition Partners with the Alzheimer’s Association: New Resources Inside

The ONA Coalition Partners with the Alzheimer’s Association: New Resources Inside

The Open and Affirming Coalition of the United Church of Christ is honored to partner with the Alzheimer’s Association to offer two powerful new resources: the Purple Sunday Toolkit and Clergy Guide. These tools are designed to help ONA congregations raise awareness, extend care, and build inclusive communities of support for those affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias especially within LGBTQ+ communities. 

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Oak Flat Update

Oak Flat Update

We received this update from Melanie Beikman of Arizona Power & Light:

Greetings Amicus Brief supporters of Apache Stronghold,

We have updates for you today.  Last month we shared with you the news that Apache Stronghold’s case was not taken up by the Supreme Court. With the Trump Administration preparing to start the land transfer on June 16, the timeline for saving Oak Flat was very short.  Now, the timeline has extended a bit.  We want to share that development and the next steps for Apache Stronghold.  And we will invite you to take action.

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US Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Petition from Apache Stronghold to Save Oak Flat

US Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Petition from Apache Stronghold to Save Oak Flat

The US Supreme Court has refused to hear the petition of the Apache Stronghold to overrule a lower court ruling that transfers the Holy Ground at Oak Flat to the Resolution Copper Company for total destruction of this sacred ground in the mining process.

We are saddened and upset to learn of this decision by the US Supreme Court not to hear and rule on this petition. We remain in solidarity with the the Apache Stronghold, the Apache Nation, and the many Native peoples and their allies in this fight to Save Oak Flat.

Arizona Poor People's Campaign

Click HERE for the press release provided by the Apache Stronghold and its legal representative, Becket Law.

Click HERE for the news article from the Arizona Republic.

Watch Wendsler Nosie interviewed on CNN on May 31, 2025.

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You're Invited to Rapid Response Training for Accompaniment

You're Invited to Rapid Response Training for Accompaniment

As immigration enforcement intensifies across Arizona, our faith communities are being called to respond—not with fear but with courage, compassion, and collective action.

You are invited to a Virtual Statewide Interfaith Training on Rapid Response for Accompaniment hosted by Corazón Arizona and the Arizona Faith Network. This gathering will offer tools and guidance for faith leaders, advocates, and community members who want to show up in solidarity with immigrant families facing ICE activity in Phoenix, Tucson, and beyond.

🗓 Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM (Arizona time)
💻 Location: Zoom
🔗 Register here:https://form-usa.keela.co/652025-training

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Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Skills for "Calling In" and "Calling Out" Toward Understanding and Justice

Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Skills for "Calling In" and "Calling Out" Toward Understanding and Justice

In our shared journey within the United Church of Christ, we are called to foster spaces of radical hospitality, inclusion, and belonging. Yet, creating such beloved communities requires more than just welcoming words. It demands the courage and skill to address harm when it occurs, particularly when individuals or groups with marginalized identities experience bias, microaggressions, or discrimination. How do we interrupt harm effectively while aiming for understanding and constructive change?

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