At least 60,000 immigrants are currently being held in detention centers across the United States. There have been at least 6,200 children in detention since President Trump was inaugurated. Conditions in detention are dire: fluorescent lights shine around the clock, there...

The United Church of Christ believes that every person is created in the image of God and possesses inherent dignity and worth. Our faith teaches that justice must be rooted in accountability, mercy, healing, and the possibility of redemption. For these reasons, the United...

The Supreme Court ruled on June 25th, 2026, in Mullin v. Al Otro Lado to turn away asylum seekers at the border and prevent them from crossing into the U.S. By preventing them from crossing the border, asylum seekers are not allowed to apply for asylum. Asylum seekers...

The United Church of Christ strongly supports the right to worship God, or not, as each person sees fit. Yet in this present time religion has been weaponized as a license to discriminate against the marginalized, deny care to women and transgender people, and actively harm...

Conflict and violence have been raging in Colombia since the mid-1960s. It has involved many different groups over the years; the most well-known is the FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia) guerilla group, but the Colombian military, other guerilla groups,...

This month, Palestinians commemorate 78 years since the Nakba, when 750,000 Palestinians were forced from their homes and displaced, becoming refugees throughout the Middle East.  Many Palestinians describe the continuing displacement, denial of rights, Israeli...

Every child of God comes from a mother. Mothers create life out of their own bodies, giving us flesh, blood, and breath. On Mother’s Day every year we give gratitude for our moms, but if we look at our policies – the way our society cares for mothers and caretakers – we...

On February 28th, the U.S. and Israel waged an unprovoked and unnecessary war. Despite a ceasefire being agreed to by both the U.S. and Iran, there are still attacks being exchanged, blockades of the Strait of Hormuz by both sides and the U.S. is spending billions of tax...

The United Church of Christ grieves the senseless murders of Alex Pretti, Renee Nicole Good, Keith Porter, and all who have suffered under the abuses of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). These killings are part of a broader pattern of unchecked violence and...

With an estimated 27 million of God’s children around the globe experiencing human trafficking—which includes forced labor, domestic servitude, child soldiers, sex trafficking, and forced marriage—the time to act is now. Trafficking happens within the United States and...

As Christians, we believe that communities should be safe and welcoming, that children should go to school without fear, and families should attend worship without intimidation. Laws that impose enforcement in places of worship cause communal trauma and further erode trust...

Disasters are increasing in frequency and severity – wildfires, hurricanes, tornados, floods, and severe storms are devastating more communities each year. Yet survivors often face confusing paperwork, long delays, and inequitable access to aid. Faith-based partners aim to...

As Christians we are called to care for our neighbors, seek justice, and steward God’s creation. The federal Farm Bill is a critical piece of legislation that shapes our food system, supports farmers, protects creation, and ensures that families across the country have...

Last Friday, President Trump sent Congress a request proposing a $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget, representing a staggering 50% increase over the already enormous $1 trillion FY 2026 Pentagon budget. At a moment when millions of Americans are losing access to health care,...

Each of us deserves quality healthcare that is respectful to our beliefs and personal circumstances. Congress has the opportunity to protect that right by passing legislation that ensures lifesaving medications remain available to people nationwide. The majority of people...

Our faith calls us to honor the dignity and self-determination of every people, including the people of Cuba. Cuba has long been plagued by the strangle hold the United States has placed on it with the embargo and sanctions levied for the past 60 years. Now, with damage to...

Across America, the cost of housing has skyrocketed. From rural Maine to urban Los Angeles and everywhere in between, families struggle with ever-increasing rent prices. Over 50% of renters are now cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of their income on rent. Americans...

No one living in the wealthiest country should have to choose between a doctor's visit and a meal. Yet our national budget forces this choice onto families by prioritizing military spending at the direct expense of accessible healthcare and food security.  This week,...

This Black History Month, we celebrate the tremendous contributions of African Americans to the United States over more than four centuries. In this 250th year of the republic, it is long since time to recognize and repair the longstanding injustices African Americans have...

Over the years, Americans have welcomed newcomers, by creating systems to protect people fleeing danger, oppression or simply seeking a better life. Immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, and those with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) are all people who may be unable to...

A historic treaty that has helped hold the world’s two strongest nuclear powers accountable is set to expire next month without any plans for renewal. As a faith community called to pursue peace and a just world for all, join us in calling on the administration to renew...

This past weekend, we were solemnly reminded how gun violence shadows every aspect of life, from university exams to sacred holiday celebrations. The United Church of Christ has long advocated for sensible, responsible policies to end gun violence. We are proud members...

As a nation, we are witnessing the convergence of xenophobia, racism, authoritarianism, and nationalism. In the face of rising cruelty, we must remind policymakers of the difference between what is legal and what is right. Romans 13:10 says “Love does no wrong to a...

Love knows no borders. The UCC understanding of this clarion call of Christ goes beyond words. Since the Refugee Act was signed into law in 1980, UCC congregations, in partnership with the refugee resettlement agency Church World Service, have supported tens of thousands of...

We have created a world where we need massive amounts minerals to create the technology we rely on each day. Just in the last decade, we have developed the ability to have the internet, GPS, turn-by-turn directions, and more at our fingertips. Our cars are equipped with...

Suicide hotlines save lives. Each life is sacred, and we must do everything in our power to ensure LGBTQ+ kids feel like they have a future worth living for. That is why we are calling on Congress to restore funding for the LGBTQ+ youth suicide prevention hotline.  In...

On August 11th, 2025, the President initiated a militaristic takeover of Washington D.C. The President federalized the local police force, bringing D.C. local police under federal control. He also ordered the deployment of the National Guard to the nation’s capital...