One of the most important lessons I’ve learned in ministry is that caring for myself is not a luxury - it’s a calling. If I want to...

Reflection Paper - TH10610: Living the Heart of Progressive Christian Theology Christopher Schouten August 2, 2025 In his examination of...

In an era where technology increasingly intersects with every facet of our lives, it's perhaps no surprise that even the sacred halls of...

by Christopher Schouten, MID Preached June 29th, 2025, Pride Sunday First Church Phoenix UCC, Phoenix, AZ Beloved community, Happy Pride...

As I stand on the threshold of a life in ministry, my heart is full of hope, a deep love for Christ's teachings of compassion, and, I...

(Delivered Sunday, May 16, 2021, at Black Mountain United Church of Christ) Prayer: Heavenly God, Creator of all people, architect of...

A children's messaged delivered to First Church Phoenix UCC on 5/18/2025 based on the Book of Nehemiah. Good morning, wonderful kids!...

Rev. Sam Kinsman, a New York chaplain and Facebook friend, recently shared a news story that, frankly, wasn't surprising but remains...

Progressive Christianity is a vibrant and evolving spiritual path that resonates with many people, including myself, who seek a faith...

A Research Paper by Shristopher Schouten Abstract: Contemporary American society is grappling with pervasive xenophobia, tribalism,...

Funny what happens when you upload a bunch of documents - both "official" UCC discernment documents and personal documents about my...

We are part of a tradition that proudly proclaims, "God is still speaking." In these times of deep societal division, I believe one of...

In our shared journey within the United Church of Christ, we are called to foster spaces of radical hospitality, inclusion, and...

We live in fractured times. The political and cultural divides in America feel wider and deeper than many of us can remember. These...

As a future pastor in the United Church of Christ, a tradition rooted in extravagant welcome and the belief that "God is Still Speaking,"...

Let's be honest. The phrase "Artificial Intelligence" might conjure images from sci-fi movies or sound like something far removed from...

In every generation, the Church has wrestled with new technologies: the printing press, the radio, the internet, Zoom... Each time, we’ve...

The world mourns the passing of Pope Francis, a pontiff whose papacy was profoundly marked by humility, a deep concern for the poor and...

We live in deeply polarized times. If you're reading this, chances are you've felt bewildered, frustrated, or even angered by the...

Pathways Theological Education Learning Objectives To identify key elements of worship and its various expressions within the Christian...