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The holy stream of African spirituality that flowed across the Atlantic Ocean up into the tidewaters of Virginia in 1619, the same stream that overflowed into the worship and work of the United Church of Christ, is celebrated in the landmark book, The Afro-Christian Convention.

Talking to children about death can be hard. Water Bugs and Dragonflies, a perennial bestseller, can help you to answer their questions. In Water Bugs and Dragonflies, Doris Stickney tells the story of a small colony of water bugs living below the surface of a pond. Whenever a bug leaves the pond, those left behind are faced with the mystery of their absence. Stickney invites children into the question of their absence. Artist Meredith Gould b...

In a world that celebrates individual charisma and personal platform, how can the United Church of Christ's ethos of shared leadership provide a countercultural message? The structure and well-being of the United Church of Christ (UCC) depends upon shared leadership: between ministers and congregations, between congregations, between believers with diverse life experiences, across regions with varied histories. That quality of collaboration is...

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For the new (or veteran) church member who wants to be more than just a name on a membership roster. It attempts to answer the question "Now what?" and seeks to be a practical guide that deals with life in a local congregation.

Helpful membership resource for members ofUnited Church of Christ congregations. It aims tostrengthen members' faith, enlarge their knowledge of thework of the church, and prepare them to share their Christian experience with others. It is particularly helpful for those who are new to the United Church of Christ.

The Evolution of a UCC Style focuses on the development of themes that define the United Church of Christ (UCC). Walker examines the ethos and culture of the UCC rather than simply describing its structures, and addresses the themes of inclusiveness, diversity of theological heritage (Reformation, Enlightenment, and Pietism), congregational polity (the one and the many), liberal theological approach, and ecumenical spirit. She also takes a loo...

This resource explores the "believing, caring, and doing" dimensions of the United Church of Christ (UCC). In addition, it discusses the UCC's inter-relation of its theological orientation--as found in key texts, traditions, and movements--its ecumenical commitments, and its deeds of justice and peace.

A new translation and critical commentary of a classic reformation text.

Mainline Protestant denominations are dying, while conservative traditions are flourishing. Nones are the fastest growing religious demographic in the United States. A pastor and self-proclaimed former none, Heath possesses an excellent understanding of church growth and the lack thereof, and frequently draws upon that experience when look for ways to welcome people to church. In Glorify: Reclaiming the Heart of Progressive Christianity, Heath...

Global Voices for Gender Justice is an detailed collection of essays written by theologians from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and U.S. minority groups who share their theological analysis of gender issues.

Weird Church describes the massive shifts in culture that have impacted the church. It also provides a helpful common language for the different worldviews that exist in the institutional church today that might prevent further blaming of each other. Finally, it gives examples of the richness of diversity in healthy, relevant faith communities."--Bishop Sally Dyck, Northern Illinois Annual Conference, The United Methodist ChurchIn the post-Chr...

Focusing on the 1981 doxological version of the United Church of Christ's Statement of Faith, this book for small group settings and adult and high school church school classes, in nine or ten sessions (depending on the leader's preference), seeks to help laity think theologically about confessions of faith - both traditional and in hymns - and how they might enlighten faithful living.

A confirmation resource for use by United Church of Christ congregations that focuses on its Statement of Faith.

This journal is for use by United Church of Christ congregations and focuses on its Statement of Faith.

This collection of essays spans the breadth of the United Church of Christ: its roots, its polity, ministry, and worship issues, and its theological issues and movements. The revised and updated edition includes a new preface, a new chapter title for Chapter 18 "The United Church of Christ Tomorrow: A View from 1990", and the addition of a new chapter, "Chapter 19: Into a New Century.

Dr. Evans has written a balanced, persuasive prescription for promoting health in the church's healing ministry. She skillfully blends historical and theological scholarship with practical applications that will encourage churches to restore their historic tradition of healing." Abigail Rian Evans is the Charlotte W. Newcombe Professor of Practical Theology and academic coordinator of field education at Princeton Theological Seminary. She foun...