{"id":128,"date":"2026-07-24T21:17:55","date_gmt":"2026-07-24T20:17:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citychurchcommunity.online\/?page_id=128"},"modified":"2026-07-24T21:18:19","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T20:18:19","slug":"who-we-are","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/citychurchcommunity.online\/?page_id=128","title":{"rendered":"Who We Are"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who We Are<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2110UCC_Homepage_icons_Church.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-178223\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4,794<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">local churches in the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2110UCC_Homepage_icons_Members.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-178226\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">773,500<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">members and counting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2110UCC_Homepage_icons_Clergy-Leaders.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-178227\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10,000<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">authorized clergy leaders<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2110UCC_Homepage_icons_Global.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-178228\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">300<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">global partnerships<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Who-We-Are-Page_Extravagant-Welcome_317-X-462-703x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-178236\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Church of Extravagant Welcome, Seeking a Just and Peaceful World<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For over 400 years, the United Church of Christ has been the church of firsts, weaving God\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/who-we-are\/about\/history\/\">Learn about our history<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Mission<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We welcome all, love all, and seek justice for all.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faith-Based Leadership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/department\/elected-officers\/\">Elected Officials<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/department\/board\/\">UCC Board<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/who-we-are\/structure\/conferences\/\">Conference Directory<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark>Contact UCC<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><mark>SEARCH OUR STAFF DIRECTORY<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All Departments\u00a0 Search By Department\u00a0 Child and Elder Sponsorship Program\u00a0\u00a0(2)\u00a0 Church Building and Loan Fund\u00a0\u00a0(10)\u00a0 Council for Health and Human Service Ministries (CHHSM)\u00a0\u00a0(1)\u00a0 Division of Overseas Ministries\u00a0\u00a0(5)\u00a0 Education for Faithful Action Ministries (EFAM)\u00a0\u00a0(9)\u00a0 Faith Education, Innovation, and Formation (Faith INFO)\u00a0\u00a0(6)\u00a0 Faith-Forming Publications and the Pilgrim Press\u00a0\u00a0(4)\u00a0 Financial Services\u00a0\u00a0(8)\u00a0 Gender and Sexuality Justice Ministry\u00a0\u00a0(3)\u00a0 Global Advocacy and Education\u00a0\u00a0(1)\u00a0 Global HOPE \u2013 Humanitarian: Opportunities, Partnerships, Empowerment.\u00a0\u00a0(5)\u00a0 Global Ministries Team\u00a0\u00a0(15)\u00a0 Hospitality Ministries and Event Services\u00a0\u00a0(3)\u00a0 Intergenerational Ministry\u202f\u00a0\u00a0(2)\u00a0 Ministerial Excellence, Support &amp; Authorization (MESA)\u00a0\u00a0(7)\u00a0 Mission Personnel\u00a0\u00a0(1)\u00a0 Office of General Counsel\u00a0\u00a0(3)\u00a0 Office of Human Resources\u00a0\u00a0(3)\u00a0 Office of Mission Engagement\u00a0\u00a0(1)\u00a0 Office of Public Policy and Advocacy\u00a0\u00a0(7)\u00a0 Office of the Associate General Minister for Love of Church (LOC)\u00a0\u00a0(2)\u00a0 Office of the Associate General Minister for Love of Neighbor (LON)\u00a0\u00a0(3)\u00a0 Office of the General Minister and President (OGMP)\u00a0\u00a0(7)\u00a0 Philanthropy\u00a0\u00a0(9)\u00a0 Research and Data\u00a0\u00a0(3)\u00a0 Technology, Identity, and Communication (MarCom)\u00a0\u00a0(15)\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Who-We-Are-Page_Ministry-Partners_334-X-350.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-178270\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn about our Ministry Partners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">United Church of Christ affiliated ministries include organizations that support local churches, congregants and greater communities with operational, financial and social services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/who-we-are\/affiliated-ministries\">View Now<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark>Our Structure<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark>UCC is comprised of 33 conferences. Every three years, conference delegates convene at General Synod.<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/who-we-are\/structure\/conferences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View Conferences<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.generalsynod.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn About Synod<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Annual Financials &amp; Reports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/who-we-are\/annual-reports\/\"><strong>Annual Report<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/who-we-are\/annual-reports\/\"><strong>Audited Financial Statements<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Involved:&nbsp;Join Us for an Upcoming Event or Training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2110UCC_Homepage_icons_GetInvolved.svg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"thumbnail-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/event\/building-your-values-through-sustainable-investing\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Designer-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Because of Ministry\u2014Financial Security and Self-Care Sustain the Call is a summer webinar series designed for clergy, lay leaders, caregivers, and ministry employers who are navigating change and ministry demands with resilience. Gain practical strategies and peer insights into how to sustain your call while balancing money, ministry, family, and securing retirement income with purpose and confidence.\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/event\/building-your-values-through-sustainable-investing\/\">Building a Life of Impact: Investing Your Values Through Sustainable and Faith-Aligned Retirement Strategies<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jul 28, 2026 | 3:00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"thumbnail-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/event\/mid-career-check-in-whats-working\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Pension-Boards-July-30_Webinar.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/event\/mid-career-check-in-whats-working\/\">Mid-Career Check-In: What\u2019s Working, What\u2019s Not, and What Needs to Change Now<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jul 30, 2026 | 3:00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"thumbnail-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/event\/dont-throw-that-away-why-archiving-our-history-matters\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2026-07-30-Dont-Throw-That-Away-YouTube-Thumbnail-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Image that shows an evening sky with clouds, has two pictures of webinar guests, one being Billy McCarthy, Archivists &amp; Head of Reader Services, Congregational Library &amp; Archives and the other us Zachary Bodnar, Archives Assistant, Congregational Library &amp; Archives. The text also reads the title of the webinar: Don&apos;t Throw That Away: Why Archiving Our History Matters! July 30, 2026, 3:30 pm Eastern\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/event\/dont-throw-that-away-why-archiving-our-history-matters\/\">Don\u2019t Throw That Away: Why Archiving Our History Matters!<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jul 30, 2026 | 3:30pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/events\/\">More Events<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/programming-webinars\/\">View Upcoming Webinars &gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recent UCC News&nbsp;from Around the World<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2110UCC_Homepage_icons_RecentUCCNews.svg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"thumbnail-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/saving-the-right-to-vote\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/OnMyMindToday-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/saving-the-right-to-vote\/\">Saving the Right to Vote<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The United Church of Christ\u2019s Our Faith, Our Vote Campaign continues for the 2026 elections\u2026.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/saving-the-right-to-vote\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"thumbnail-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/new-our-faith-our-vote-toolkit-and-resources-launch-ahead-of-historic-november-midterms\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/OFOV-2026-Toolkit-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/new-our-faith-our-vote-toolkit-and-resources-launch-ahead-of-historic-november-midterms\/\">New Our Faith Our Vote toolkit and resources launch ahead of historic November midterms<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the 2026 midterm elections approach in November, there are new resources to help faith\u2026<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/new-our-faith-our-vote-toolkit-and-resources-launch-ahead-of-historic-november-midterms\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"thumbnail-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/op-ed-in-a-sea-of-silence\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Lorenzo-Salgado-Araujo-op-ed-1024x538.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/op-ed-in-a-sea-of-silence\/\">Op-Ed: In a Sea of Silence<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lorenzo Salgado Araujo. Say his name. Before he became a headline, he was a husband, a\u2026<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/op-ed-in-a-sea-of-silence\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/thumbnail_image001.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-211565\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/news\/\">More News<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/subscriptions-at-the-united-church-of-christ\/\">Join Our Mailing Lists &gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find a welcoming church near you.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll 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\u2019s journey, you are welcome here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/church-finder\/\">Find A Church<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/church-finder\/\">New Visitor FAQs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ucc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2110UCC_Homepage_icons_ChurchFinder.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-169113\"\/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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. 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