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Special Commission on Conference Sustainability Begins Work

HARTFORD -- The Special Commission on Conference Sustainability, established by delegates to the Connecticut Conference's Fall 2009 Annual Meeting to study the current financial model of the Conference, has begun its work. Fourteen highly talented members of UCC churches in Connecticut and a representative from the national staff of the United Church of Christ will consider how best to sustain the ministry of the Conference within the context of national and global commitments. A preliminary report is expected in May of this year at the Spring Meeting. 02/08/2010

New Pastoral Letter from the Conference Minister

HARTFORD -- The Rev. Dr. Davida Foy Crabtree has shared a new pastoral letter with church leaders around the Connecticut Conference United Church of Christ. Leading with thanks for the gifts of local congregations toward the work of the church in Conference and national settings, and with joy at the outpouring of help for the earthquake-stricken people of Haiti, the Conference's spiritual leader announced a new ministry initiative to help churches deepen and extend their life and work. 02/05/2010

Conference Leaders Encourage Support for Fair Elections Now Act

HARTFORD -- In the wake of a decision by the United States Supreme Court with the potential for adding significant amounts of corporate money to election campaigns, Conference Minister the Rev. Dr. Davida Foy Crabtree has signed a letter endorsing passage of the Fair Elections Now Act. The bill, which has over 120 co-sponsors in the United States House of Representatives and Senate, would reward candidates who attracted donations in small amounts as opposed to those receiving large gifts from institutions. 01/28/2010

Spring and Summer Refreshment Open at Silver Lake

SHARON -- Silver Lake Conference Center, the Connecticut Conference's year-round retreat and summer camp facility, has opened registration for the 2010 summer conference season as well as the popular spring women's retreat and early June Golf Tournament. The joys of friendship, worship, loving competition, exploration, music, and giving are open to people of all ages through this special outdoor ministry program. 01/28/2010

In Great Outpouring, UCC Members Continue Haiti Fundraising Efforts

CLEVELAND -- The overwhelming outpouring of generosity from United Church of Christ members and congregations to earthquake-ravaged Haiti continues to set new standards, according to church leaders. As of noon on January 26, two weeks after the disaster, more than $560,000 had been raised by the UCC Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund, according to Susan M. Sanders, the UCC's minister for global sharing of resources. 01/27/2010

Frequently Asked Questions About UCC Haiti Earthquake Relief

CLEVELAND -- Responding to many questions about United Church of Christ response to the Haitian earthquake of January 12, the national offices of the denomination have prepared a list of Frequently Asked Questions about the relief effort. The document describes the UCC's current work, looks forward to ways in which the church will continue to provide aid into the future, and clarifies the best ways to support the people of Haiti at this time. 01/26/2010

FCC Prohibiting Use of Wireless Mics in 700 MHz Band

WASHINGTON, DC -- The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which oversees radio broadcast in the United States, has issued a rule that will prohibit use of wireless microphones on the 700 MHz. wavelength beginning on June 12, 2010. Churches, musicians, and others who use such devices should check their equipment to see if it falls in that category. 01/25/2010

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Feb. 23, 6:00 - 8:30 pm -- Parents are the primary nurturers of their children's faith. Leaders...

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Mar. 12 and 14 -- Connecticut women attending "Together Building Bridges," the Eighth UCC New...

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Mar. 20, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm -- The inaugural Baldwin Seminar on Prophetic Ministry examines the moral...

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March 5: World Day of Prayer

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