As the first denomination to ordain a woman in 1854, our United Church of Christ has always empowered, trusted, and respected women and their leadership, wisdom, and self-determination. Today’s Supreme Court decision is counter to what we stand for and to the wholeness and wellness of women. While our social justice list is long, it just got longer and even…
WLRN interviewed Pastor Aaron about the Community IDs program that was recently approved. Our church and other houses of worship have been working together through PACT to bring this issue to light and we are excited that it is moving forward! Listen to the interview by clicking here.
Our annual Hunger Vigil is on Saturday, January 16 and, due to the pandemic, we have started collecting donations early! You may drop off food at the church Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., give online using the link below, or drop off/mail in a check designating that it is for the Hunger Vigil. Thank you for…
Today we, as a nation, prepared to hold one of the important rituals of our democracy as the United States of America. It was to be a day, as it is every four years, when Congress certifies the votes of the American people. Instead, this cherished ritual was torn asunder due to an incitement of violence, mistrust, and division by…
Black Lives Matter. This is a truth we speak to ourselves, to the Church, and to the world as we witness racism continue to take the lives of Black people in America. With grieving hearts, we speak their names: George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Tony McDade, Corey Jones, Atatiana Jefferson, Trayvon Martin and countless other victims of racist violence,…
This document is intended to serve as a resource to white people and parents to deepen our anti-racism work. If you haven’t engaged in anti-racism work in the past, start now. Feel free to circulate this document on social media and with your friends, family, and colleagues. This list may expand. Please view the most up-to-date version here: bit.ly/ANTIRACISMRESOURCES To…
The hard, but undeniable fact of deeply embedded racism in American society, has come to the fore once again through the known names of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, Christian Cooper, and unfortunately in countless, nameless others that we never will know. Religious communities, including Gables UCC have long struggled with racism in and outside of their church walls. In 2008,…
Here are two ways that you can stand up for justice at this most important time! It only takes a couple of minutes to sign these letters and help those in need. Mother’s Day Letter – Increase SNAP Benefits for Those in Need: https://bit.ly/3bRmAEX Gov. DeSantis, Don’t Disconnect Our Utilities! https://bit.ly/2YlZXEI
Click here for the letter to Governor DeSantis. Click here to give to the Compassion Fund. Click the “Fund” drop-down menu to specify where you want your donation to go.