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#GiveOUTDay: Support the Open and Affirming Coalition Today!

#GiveOUTDay: Support the Open and Affirming Coalition Today!

From the UCC Open and Affirming Coalition:

Join Us for #GiveOUTDay and Our #Pride Fundraiser!

 

We are excited to announce that the Open and Affirming Coalition is participating in #GiveOUTDay, the only national giving event for the LGBTQ+ community. This is our chance to make a real difference and we need the help of our amazing supporters to reach our goals!

Donations are now being accepted and every contribution counts. Not only do your donations directly support our work, but they also help us compete for Leaderboard prizes through friendly competitions with other LGBTQ+ organizations! These are thousands of additional dollars awarded to organizations with the most unique donors in their category. Your donation could be the one that helps us win!

Click the headline to see how to help.

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UCC Scholarships available for justice training

UCC Scholarships available for justice training

FaithINFO is partnering with Justice Leadership Program to offer 12 scholarships of up to 50% for their upcoming October Jubilee Cohort.

The Jubilee program is for adults interested in integrating faith and justice work into their lives in meaningful and transformative ways while gaining knowledge and confidence to do the work of justice within their congregation and community.

The small group cohort meets weekly for skill and knowledge building workshops accompanied by discussion and spiritual reflection. 

Click here to learn more or watch our 2-part Nurture the Soul Webinar Series with the founders of the program.

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Find Community & Support with UCC Clergy Support Space Sessions!

Find Community & Support with UCC Clergy Support Space Sessions!

Support Space Sessions for Pastors and LGBTQ+ Licensed and ordained UCC Clergy

Are you looking to connect with colleagues, share experiences, and gain support in a safe and affirming space? The Open and Affirming Coalition is hosting virtual support groups specifically tailored for UCC clergy!

 

There are two separate groups:

  • Pastors of ONA churches (all sexual orientations and gender identities welcome)

  • Licensed and ordained UCC clergy who identify as LGBTQ+

These sessions offer a supportive environment for you to connect with others, share your journey (if you'd like!), or simply listen and learn from your peers. You're free to participate at your own comfort level, and the drop-in format allows you to join for the entire session or just a portion. 

Participation is free, but donations are always appreciated!

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UCC Musicians Association News Update: Early Bird Deadline

UCC Musicians Association News Update: Early Bird Deadline

From Ruth Striegel, Director of Music at First Congregational UCC Albuquerque:

UCC musicians and music lovers are invited to learn about and get involved in the UCC Musicians Association, a dedicated volunteer group whose mission is “to inspire, educate, and nurture those who minister through music and the arts.” Our excellent journal, Zoom Saturday Sharings, DEI statement, Epiphanies column, and much more are available on our website, https://uccma.wildapricot.org/. Our summer conference, A Place at the Table, will be held in Old Greenwich, Connecticut July 10-13. Early Bird pricing is available through April 15.

I’ve been an UCCMA member since 2017, and found it to be a wonderful resource and community for me in my work as music director at First Congregational Albuquerque. Please let your church musicians know about this group!

Ruth Striegel

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