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SWC's Congregational Resilience & Revitalization Grant Application Empowered through the SWC C.A.R.E.S. Program
SWC's Congregational Resilience & Revitalization Grant Application Empowered through the SWC C.A.R.E.S. Program

For the third consecutive year, the Southwest Conference of the United Church of Christ is excited to offer the Congregational Revitalization and Resiliency Grant, designed to equip and empower congregations as they pursue holistic renewal, faithful innovation, and deeper connection with God, one another, and their communities.

This grant invites congregations to design projects that align with at least one component of the C.A.R.E.S. Program, a spiritually grounded framework for ministry rooted in Covenant, Advocacy, Rest, Engagement, and Spirit. Whether your congregation is seeking to deepen discipleship, respond to community needs, or experiment with new ministry models, this grant provides a sacred opportunity for revitalization with purpose.

There will be a webinar on August 3 to answer questions and assist the churches in the preparation of their grant. Details about the webinar are forthcoming.

Please note: The due date for applications is September 1, 2026. You may request $500-$3000 (this grant is not intended to fund capital campaigns, or repairs to facilities).

Click through for the application and resources on filling it out.

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Help Someone Get a Break on Their Utility Bill This Summer!
Help Someone Get a Break on Their Utility Bill This Summer!

Did you know the Power AZ program is aimed at helping moderate-income individuals and families with energy bills? Many families are feeling the pressure of rising costs. Getting a little help with their electricity bill could relieve a lot of stress.

This summer, the state of Arizona has set aside funds to help those “not-so-low income” households by adding a credit to their electricity bill. BUT, they have to apply!

The Department of Economic Security (DES) portal will determine eligibility for both Power AZ and the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

This program will end soon, so we need your help to get the word out. Share this with your faith community.

Click through for links and flyers to share, as well as a Zoom link for how faith-based service groups and church staff can help.

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Jottings 7/20/2026
Church News
Jottings 7/20/2026
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What’s happening at YOUR church? Tell us about it! Just write up an article and submit it to Wende by Thursday at noon to have it included in the following Monday’s Loop.

Wende reads your church newsletters and other materials and compiles the highlights to keep us up-to-date on the amazing work happening at the Southwest Conference churches and beyond.

Tag SWC and Wende on Facebook and Instagram to get our attention so we can share your posts! We’re @swcucc and Wende is @yeswende.

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