Who We Are
The United Church of Christ is an inclusive and diverse community of Christians connected by faith that calls us to build a just world for all. Our ministries advocate at a national and global level, but our roots are planted firmly in our local churches in communities like yours.
4,794
local churches in the U.S.
773,500
members and counting
10,000
authorized clergy leaders
300
global partnerships
A Church of Extravagant Welcome, Seeking a Just and Peaceful World
For over 400 years, the United Church of Christ has been the church of firsts, weaving God’s message of hope and extravagant welcome with action for justice and peace. We are a church where Jesus the healer meets Jesus the revolutionary, and where together, we grow a just and peaceful world.
Our history is filled with ways our faith and call for justice have effected change in our communities, and our response to the demands of our faith is woven into the history of our country.
Our Mission
We welcome all, love all, and seek justice for all.
Faith-Based Leadership
UCC is led by a team of elected officers, board members, and national staff associates who work together to support local church leaders. Click below to get to know our team.
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- All Departments Search By Department Child and Elder Sponsorship Program (2) Church Building and Loan Fund (10) Council for Health and Human Service Ministries (CHHSM) (1) Division of Overseas Ministries (5) Education for Faithful Action Ministries (EFAM) (9) Faith Education, Innovation, and Formation (Faith INFO) (6) Faith-Forming Publications and the Pilgrim Press (4) Financial Services (8) Gender and Sexuality Justice Ministry (3) Global Advocacy and Education (1) Global HOPE – Humanitarian: Opportunities, Partnerships, Empowerment. (5) Global Ministries Team (15) Hospitality Ministries and Event Services (3) Intergenerational Ministry (2) Ministerial Excellence, Support & Authorization (MESA) (7) Mission Personnel (1) Office of General Counsel (3) Office of Human Resources (3) Office of Mission Engagement (1) Office of Public Policy and Advocacy (7) Office of the Associate General Minister for Love of Church (LOC) (2) Office of the Associate General Minister for Love of Neighbor (LON) (3) Office of the General Minister and President (OGMP) (7) Philanthropy (9) Research and Data (3) Technology, Identity, and Communication (MarCom) (15)
Learn about our Ministry Partners
United Church of Christ affiliated ministries include organizations that support local churches, congregants and greater communities with operational, financial and social services.
Our Structure
UCC is comprised of 33 conferences. Every three years, conference delegates convene at General Synod.
Annual Financials & Reports
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Building a Life of Impact: Investing Your Values Through Sustainable and Faith-Aligned Retirement Strategies
Jul 28, 2026 | 3:00pm
Mid-Career Check-In: What’s Working, What’s Not, and What Needs to Change Now
Jul 30, 2026 | 3:00pm
Don’t Throw That Away: Why Archiving Our History Matters!
Jul 30, 2026 | 3:30pm
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Find a welcoming church near you.
You’ll find a broad range of cultures and styles in our united and uniting church, and there is a place for you. No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.
