Conference – United Church of Christ Minnesota Conference

Welcoming New Ministers in the Conference!

October 13, 2021

Over the next few weeks, we are sharing short profiles of pastors who have been called during the Covid-19 pandemic. This week, meet Rev. Nikki Darlene Frontz from Solomon's Porch in Minneapolis

The Power of Story and Truth-Telling

October 6, 2021

Story. Our faith would be nowhere without it. Our Biblical narrative is filled with the stories of our ancestors in faith. From the creation accounts, through the prophets’ proclamations, to the teachings of Jesus and on to the apostles’ letters, we are drenched in the stories of those who have gone before us.

Conference Names New Associate Conference Minister

September 15, 2021

We are delighted to announce our call to The Reverend Kelly Gallagher who will begin her ministry with the Minnesota Conference UCC on January 10. Rev. Gallagher will move from Massachusetts, where she previously served for eight years as Associate Conference Minister in that Conference.

When Disaster Strikes: COMMAnts from the Conference Minister

September 1, 2021

Living through an overwhelming natural disaster is part of my story and faith journey. Sixteen years ago, I was serving as executive director of Back Bay Mission in Biloxi, Mississippi, when Hurricane Katrina ripped through the Gulf Coast and destroyed everything in its path.

Sacred Sites Tour to Explore Indigenous Experience in Minnesota

August 25, 2021

Minnesota Conference UCC members are invited to experience a sacred sites tour with Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs of the Minnesota Council of Churches (MCC) on Sunday, October 3, 1-5 pm.

Four Ways to Jump Start Your Church’s Stewardship in 2022

August 25, 2021

Does your church do SO-SO stewardship — that is, working hard but getting the Same Old-Same Old results? Here are helpful tips to improve giving.

New COVID-19 Guidelines Published for Conference-Sponsored Activities

August 12, 2021

The Conference Board of Directors has approved new COVID-19 protocols and requirements for Conference-sponsored, in-person activities.

Profiles in Courage: COMMAnts from the Conference Minister

August 4, 2021

Last week our nation was privileged to witness five inspiring profiles in courage. On Tuesday, four police officers testified in front of the House select committee investigating the January 6 insurrection at our nation’s Capital. Thousands of miles from the halls of Congress, Simone Biles announced she would not compete in several Olympic events.

Reflections from General Synod 33

July 28, 2021

Rev. Anna Larson and Rev. Chris McArdle share deep reflections on their experiences at General Synod, held virtually for the first time.

Rooted In Love, Nudged by the Spirit

July 15, 2021

This week marks an important and joyous gathering for the wider United Church of Christ. The biennial meeting of the General Synod of the United Church of Christ convened with opening worship this past Sunday evening and will conclude on Sunday the 18th.