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United Church of Christ opens registration for General Synod in Kansas City

Registration for the 2025 General Synod of the United Church of Christ is now open.

The Christmas Fund supports clergy with new resources and donation goals

In the spirit of giving during the holiday season, The Pension Boards-United Church of Christ (PBUCC) continues its long-standing tradition of supporting UCC pastors, church workers, and their families through The Christmas Fund.

Richele Wright joins Franciscan Wheatfield Health Center as nurse practitioner

Board-certified nurse practitioner Richele Wright, FNP-BC, has joined the Franciscan Wheatfield Health Center team in Wheatfield, Indiana.

Pediatrician Shivani Parikshak joins Franciscan Physician Network in Greenwood

Shivani Parikshak, MD, has joined the Franciscan Physician Network County Line Pediatrics in Greenwood and is now accepting new patients. Dr. Parikshak is a board-certified pediatrician who obtained her medical degree from Indiana University...
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Mayflower Church adopts new identity as Creekside UCC

On Sunday, the Mayflower Community Congregational UCC expressed gratitude for its 100-year-old name.

Youth leaders gather at UCC conference to enhance ministry connections

Over several days, the United Church of Christ National Setting in Cleveland, Ohio, hosted a conference titled "Reset for Renewal: Imagine Labs."

Donation aids food security for families during holidays

A donation of $15,000 from the Friends of St. Clare is set to assist 100 families experiencing food insecurity during the holiday season in Crown Point, Indiana.

Two doctors join Franciscan Physician Network in West Lafayette

Tanner Everhart, DO, and Funmi Akinmade, MD, have joined the Franciscan Physician Network Family Medicine West Lafayette. Dr. Everhart obtained his medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Missouri and completed his...

Churches urged by UCC Disaster Ministries to prepare for inevitable disasters

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) had predicted an above-normal hurricane season earlier this year, a forecast that has materialized with several strong hurricanes impacting the United States.

United Church seeks donations for annual fund supporting vital missions

The United Church of Christ (UCC) is reaching out to its community for donations to the Annual Fund, emphasizing the importance of these contributions in maintaining their mission.

United Church issues pastoral letter urging unity amid national division

The United Church of Christ has issued a pastoral letter addressing unity and justice within the church and broader society.

Franciscan Health distributes defibrillators to local non-profits

Franciscan Health Lafayette recently held a breakfast event for the Revive & Survive program, where it distributed 28 automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to 18 non-profit organizations.

Franciscan Health Dyer plans shift to behavioral health focus by late 2027

Franciscan Health Dyer is set to become a dedicated behavioral health campus by late 2027, according to an announcement from the Franciscan Alliance healthcare ministry.

Franciscan Health receives award for addressing healthcare disparities

Franciscan Health Rensselaer has been honored with the Community Impact Award by the Indiana Department of Health and the State Office of Rural Health.

Ahmed Shim joins Franciscan Physician Network as electrophysiologist

Ahmed Shim, MD, has joined the Franciscan Physician Network Indiana Heart Physicians and is now accepting new patients. Dr. Shim specializes in electrophysiology and is part of a team providing care in Indianapolis, Greenwood, Mooresville,...

Pennsylvania UCC conferences seek approval for merger into one entity

On November 9, the four United Church of Christ conferences in Pennsylvania each passed a motion requesting authorization from the UCC General Synod to merge into one entity.

Florida churches rally after hurricanes Helene and Milton

The Gulf Coast of Pinellas County, Florida, recently faced significant damage from two hurricanes in quick succession.

Trans Day of Remembrance calls for honoring lost lives

To be queer is to leave traces along life threads, according to a recent commentary reflecting on the experiences and stories of queer individuals.

Scholarships support students at St. Elizabeth School of Nursing

Kenzie Brown's aspiration to become a nurse was sparked by her own experiences as a child receiving care from nurses after breaking her arm twice.

2023 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in ZIP Code 60401?

In 2023, one offender was released on parole and now resides in Illinois ZIP Code 60401, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.
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