“A Vision for the Future of Unity and Justice” An Open Pastoral Letter to the United Church of Christ

Today, Leaders of the United Church of Christ have offered a courageous, inspiring Pastoral Letter to the whole UCC Community.  

The letter opens with powerful words of Christ from the Gospel (John 14:27), and the letter concludes with this beautiful prayer:

God of hope and love, you are ever-present with us. We wait patiently for you, knowing that you hear our prayers. The call to do justice is on-going. As governments come and go, we are called to bring healing and care to those in need. This is such a moment. A time when there will be the hungry to feed, the homeless to house, and the widows and orphans who will need our care. This is a time when we will continue to honor the inherent dignity and worth of each of your children. This is a time when the church will be prophetic, calling for truth and for change. Provide your church and all who lead and minister within it hope and healing for the living of these days. Amen.

We encourage you to follow this link and read the letter in its entirety here –
A Pastoral Letter to the United Church of Christ on Unity and Justice