June 30, 2024, was a vibrant and heartwarming day at Solstice Senior Living in Sun City West, where residents and community members...

Introduction Pride Month 2024 at First Church Phoenix United Church of Christ was a vibrant celebration of LGBTQIA+ identity, healing,...

Reconciling with the Bible: Finding Healing in Sacred Texts The Bible, a cornerstone of Christian faith, has been a guiding light for...

September 2, 2023 - Undelivered Sermon From the Gospel of Mark 1:40-42: A man with leprosy came to him and begged him on his knees, “If...

From my earliest memories, the instinct to protect and advocate for what I believed was right has driven my actions. It all began when I...

In response to the brutal murder of George Floyd, my friend Andréa and I recorded seven conversations about racism. This is what happened.

A 9-Step Path to Racial Justice in the Southwest Conference of the United Church of Christ

You never know what another human being is experiencing. By being vulnerable to others, we give them permission to be their whole selves.

When we bless others sometimes we are blessed manyfold in return. We must always stay open to connection with our fellow humans.

We each go on our own Hero's Journey to find our authentic purpose.

The celebration of love and inclusion was central to the mission of Jesus Christ. Happy Pride Month!

How we can cultivate a deeper connection with the Divine in our everyday routines.

The choice of a church has a huge impact on the development of your child. The UCC offers a place for children to develop healthy values.

There are many good reasons why people have abandoned the churches of their youth. but the UCC is a different kind of church!

What we must do to truly provide an extravagant welcome to all in our church.

June 14, 2023 While the Southern Baptist Convention relegates women to the pews, the UCC celebrates the strength of our women and their...

Study shows that following Jesus' example of compassion, tolerance, and inclusion enhances intellect and problem-solving skills.

Inviting people to church can be hard. Here are some ways you can respectfully invite friends and acquaintances to visit your church.

How loving God, oneself, and one's neighbor equally is essential for spiritual growth and creating a better world. July 2, 2023...

We recognize the pain inflicted by the church on LGBTQIA+ people, and seek forgiveness and healing to move forward in God's love for all.