915 North Main Street
Akron, Ohio 44310
330-376-7186
330-376-7187
E-Mail: trinucc@att.net
Web Site: www.trinucc.org
Senior Minister: Rev. Dr. Carl P. Wallace
Director of Christian Family Life: TBA
Director of Invitation, Care & Concern: Ray Dietz
Minister of Music: Rev. Sharon Alberson
•No matter who you are, or where you
are on life’s journey, you are welcome
to our worship services:
•Traditional on Sunday Mornings at
10:30 Year Round
•Informal on Wednesday Evenings at
7:30 Starting September 15
•Church School on Sunday Mornings
That LCM reaffirm its electronic vote this
summer (2010) to enter into covenant with
the Ohio Conference to support the
Multiracial Multicultural, Accessible to All
(A2A) renewing church, Trinity UCC in
Akron, OH for the amount of $20,000 over
18 months (subject to the availability of
funds
We are a new faith community in Clemson, South Carolina. Our vision is to be
a community of hope that proclaims God’s extravagant welcome, embodies
the radical love of Jesus, honors the interconnectedness of our lives with
creation, and empowers all people to grow toward wholeness.
As a ministry of the Southeast Conference of the United Church of Christ, our
faith is over 2000 years old but our thinking is definitely not.
Our pastor Rev. Susie Smith comes to us with many years of experience
having served churches in Levittown, Pa, Anderson, SC and Greenville,
SC. She has a passion for preaching and helping our congregation to
experience the sacred that is present not only in worship
That LCM enter into covenant with the
Southeast Conference to support the
new Euro-American Open and Affirming
(ONA) and Accessible to All (A2A)
church, Peace Congregational United
Church of Christ, Clemson SC in the
amount of $15,000 over12 months
(subject to the availability of funds.)
That LCM enter into covenant with the
Southeast Conference to support the
new Euro-American ONA and A2A
church, Kirkwood United Church of
Christ, Atlanta GA in the amount of
$15,000 over 12 months (subject to the
availability of funds.)
WHO WE ARE
Open Table UCCopen and affirming community of faith following the
way of Jesus. We seek God’s vision through an inner spiritual journey
and an outer journey of engagement in community life. Our faith leads
us to welcome all persons, including those of all races, ethnicities, ages,
sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, family structures,
faith, abilities and economic circumstances, into the full life and
ministry of this community of faith.are a congregation of the United
Church of Christ, where God is still speaking.
Location: 202 S. Cedar Suite E, Owasso, Oklahoma. We are located in
the Cedar Center on 76th Street just west of the fire station.
Worship: 5 pm on Saturday nights, followed by a light dinner
Pastor: Rev Melinda Foster
That LCM enter into covenant with the
Kansas Oklahoma Conference to
support the new Euro-American ONA
and A2A church, Open Table (Owasso)
United Church of Christ, Owasso OK
in the amount of $20,000 over 18 months
(subject to the availability of funds.)
Spanish Congregation Loses Members Amidst New Immigration Law
Nearly four years ago, Luis Gonzalez founded a Spanish-language ministry he calls the Omega Xeneration, or
simply TOX. The congregation meets every Sunday at Church of the Beatitudes in Phoenix.
Nearly four years ago, Luis Gonzalez founded a Spanish-language ministry he calls the Omega Xeneration, or
simply TOX. The congregation meets every Sunday at Church of the Beatitudes in Phoenix.
And it's a reflection of what is happening to many churches ministering largely to Hispanics.
"It's sad," Gonzalez says. "The church becomes your family, and so I see my family getting smaller."
Fewer attendees means less in the collection plate. There also are fewer dollars donated during fundraisers,
and more families are in need of assistance.
SB 1070 "affects everything," says Alfonso Escareno, the church's youth pastor. "People come in and see a
smaller crowd, and the energy is different. They may think, 'Oh, there's not a lot going on.' It's a completely
different atmosphere than last year."
TOX Ministries isn't alone. Connie Andersen, a member of the executive team at Valley Interfaith Project, says
other Hispanic churches are reporting similar activity.
"Just by visiting some congregations, you can see attendance is way down," she says. "Pews are empty. This
bill is having profound consequences."
That LCM enter into covenant with the
Southwest Conference to support the
new Hispanic ONA church, TOX
Ministries United Church of Christ,
Phoenix AZ in the amount of $20,000
over 18 months (subject to the
availability of funds.)
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New Vision is affiliated with The Center for Progressive Christianity.
New Vision UCC Home Page
Meaning that we:
1. Have found an approach to God through the life and teachings of Jesus;
2. Recognize the faithfulness of other people who have other names for the way to God`s realm, and acknowledge that
their ways are true for them, as our ways are true for us;
3. Understand the sharing of bread and wine in Jesus` name to be a representation of an ancient vision of God`s feast
for all peoples;
4. Invite all people to participate in our community and worship life without insisting that they become like us in order to
be acceptable (including but not limited to):
- Believers and agnostics,
- Conventional Christians and questioning skeptics, women and men,
- Those of all sexual orientations and gender identities,
- Those of all races and cultures,
- Those of all classes and abilities,
- Those who hope for a better world and those who have lost hope;
5. Know that the way we behave toward one another and toward other people is the fullest expression of what we
believe;
6. Find more grace in the search for understanding than we do in dogmatic certainty - more value in questioning than in
absolutes;
7. Form ourselves into communities dedicated to equipping one another for the work we feel called to do; striving
for peace and justice among all people, protecting and restoring the integrity of all God`s creation, and bringing hope to
those Jesus called the least of his sisters and brothers; and
8. Recognize that being followers of Jesus is costly, and entails selfless love, conscientious resistance to evil, and
renunciation of privilege.
You can learn more by visiting www.tcpc.org.
For 2010: That LCM enter into covenant with
the Ohio Conference to support the new EuroAmerican ONA church, New Vision United
Church of Christ, Canton OH in the amount
of $9,250 over 9 months (subject to the
availability of funds.)
For 2011: That LCM enter into covenant with
the Ohio Conference to support the new EuroAmerican ONA church, New Vision United
Church of Christ, Canton OH in the amount
of $10,750 over 9 months (subject to the
availability of funds.)
That LCM enter into covenant with the
New York Conference to support the new
Hispanic ONA church, Iglesia Hispana
United Church of Christ, Buffalo NY in
the amount of $20,000 over 18 months
(subject to the availability of funds.)
Hope United is an Open and Affirming
congregation that seeks to be a community of
faith that is open to all, offering the freedom to
explore the questions of life, share the love of
Christ, grow in faith, and work for peace and
justice.
That LCM enter into covenant with the
South Central Conference to support the
new Euro-American ONA church, Hope
United Church of Christ, Georgetown
TX in the amount of $20,000 over 18
months (subject to the availability of
funds.)
Welcome to Amistad!
Amistad is an intentionally multiracial, multicultural and Open and
Affirming church that believes in and serves God through Christ.
As a community we affirm and honor the African origins of
humanity. We also live by the prophecy set forth in Micah 6:8 to
“do justice and love mercy and walk humbly with God.” We
celebrate the “Good News” that came through the birth, ministry,
death and resurrection of Christ. And as the pastor I would like
to extend a sincere welcome and invitation you. I want to let you
know we are here to walk with you on your spiritual journey. You
are welcome in this community regardless of where you are on
your religious path. And we are here to welcome, affirm and
celebrate all that God has made you to be inclusive of your race,
gender, orientation, ability, and economic status.
Feel free to contact me directly at:
pastordominique@amistadannarbor.org
— Min. Dominique Chantell Atchison
“But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an
ever-flowing stream.” Amos 5:24
That LCM enter into covenant with the
Michigan Conference to support the
renewing African-American ONA and
A2A church, Amistad Community
United Church of Christ, Ann Arbor MI
in the amount of $20,000 over 18 months
(subject to the availability of funds.)
Bethany United Church of Christ
We are a UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST congregation. Jesus taught that God invites all people,
including society’s outcasts, to enjoy seats at God’s table. Our congregation seeks to demonstrate
that vision by intentionally welcoming individuals and families of every age, race, marital status,
sexual orientation, means, ability and spiritual tradition to join us in the love of God and service to
our neighbors. We are committed to working toward social and economic justice as we embrace our
community. "Changing Lives, That's Our Church's Wider Mission" is more than a slogan or phrase; it
is the lifeblood of ministry and mission in the United Church of Christ. Bethany UCC contributes to
Our Church's Wider Mission with Basic Support and four additional special mission offerings: One
Great Hour of Sharing, Strengthen the Church, Neighbors in Need, and The Christmas Fund. This is
known as our 5 for 5 commitment. In our worship we use language and imagery that reflect the
wonderful diversity of the image of God in humanity and all creation; that transcend the exclusive
language of the church’s past. We urge you to join us in the journey toward God’s justice and peace
for all people – in this neighborhood, this city, and the world. Come, be our guest and check us out.
Kids Celebrate With Pastor Colleen“The
spiritual journey is one with many twists and
turns. The best way to navigate your journey is in the company of other
believers.is a fellowship of believers who embrace a Still Speaking God; a God
who extends grace and love to all, and continues to reveal new insights into our
world.are invited to travel with us as we grow in knowledge and love of God and
others.and be part of this exciting adventure we call Bethany United Church of
Christ.”
Rev. Colleen Samson, Pastor
That LCM enter into covenant with the
Southern Conference to support the
renewing Euro-American ONA and A2A
church, Bethany United Church of
Christ, Claremont NC in the amount of
$20,000 over 18 months (subject to the
availability of funds.)
JUDSON MEMORIAL CHURCH
The Least of These Church (Korean Progressive Church)
The Purpose of Building the Korean Progressive Church
There is no progressive Korean Church in the area of New York and New Jersey, even though there
are about 550 Korean Immigrant Churches. Theologically, politically and culturally, Korean
progressive church needs to be built for progressive Korean (progressive Christian) who seek to
engage in social justice and liberation movement.
Meaning of the Name
We, as one of the laborers, the poor, the middle class, youth, students, and the intellectuals, believe
that ‘the least of these’ are the people who are suffering and marginalized, exploited and oppressed
in this capitalistic society and imperialistic world, the racial or sexual minorities, and the little
people who seek to live for justice and truth. We believe that ‘the least of these’ can be the
subjective people to build the kingdom of God. We seek to participate in building of God’s kingdom
as a Christian and as a community. Therefore, we call ourselves ‘The Least of These Church.’
(Matt. 25,34-40)
Mission Statement
The Least of These Church seeks to build a just and liberated society and world by speaking and
acting prophetically through community mobilization, training, education, and public
participation.
We call on our congregation to express this vision in action and carry out our mission to struggles
for justice and liberation throughout society and the world, to transform the unjust structures that
perpetuate poverty, oppression and exploitation, and to collaborate with other congregations and
organizations for participating in solidarity actions with those who share our mission. This mission
is grounded in biblical, theological and historical understanding of God’s deed of liberation.
That LCM enter into covenant with the
New York Conference and Judson
Memorial Church, New York NY with the
new Korean ONA and A2A church, The
Least of These United Church of
Christ, New York, NY in the amount of
$20,000 over 18 months (subject to the
availability of funds.)
Funding for New and Renewing Congregations
LCM Budget #410-20-25-74100-P-4514
Total spring 2010
Amount of funds available for 2010
(from budget account above)
Funding approved in April 2010
Additional funding for Trinity UCC
Total
Balance left for fall 2010
Additional funds available for fall
Make a Difference (MAD) Fund
Reallocation of previous funding from 4 projects
Total available for fall 2010
Funding Request for Fall
Total
$ 500,000.00
$ 460,000.00
$ 20,000.00
$ 480,000.00
$
20,000.00
$
$
18,000.00
41,250.00
$
$
$
79,250.00
79,250.00
-0-
From:
Funding for New and Renewing Congregations
#410-20-25-74100-P-4514
Amount of funds available for 2011
Applications funds approved
Balance left for next round for Spring 2011
$ 500,000.00
$ 110,750.00
$ 389,250.00