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A Letter to the Governor from the Conference

Conference Minister Shari Prestemon offers thanks and addresses deep concerns about church re-openings in this open letter to Governor Walz.
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Rev. Shari Prestemon Shares New Guidance for Re-Opening

We are shifting into yet another season of this pandemic, when once again we as churches must make critical decisions about how we will move forward given evolving information and circumstances. As we await further guidelines from the Governor, Conference Minister Shari Prestemon shares guidance for UCC congregations.
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Registration Open for Online June 13 Annual Meeting

Given the Covid-19 crisis, the Board of Directors has cancelled this year's in-person Annual Meeting. A short, virtual meeting for voting delegates only will instead be held on June 13 from 10 am to noon via Zoom to attend to essential business of the Conference.
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Board of Directors Announces Pandemic Relief Loan Program for Churches

A pandemic relief loan fund will provide critical financing for congregations suffering a short-term financial crisis during this pandemic.
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Application Process Opens for Pandemic Relief Grants

Applications are now being received for grant awards to Minnesota Conference congregations and authorized ministers. Grants will be awarded in three categories.
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Pandemic Relief Grant Program Announced

The Minnesota Conference Board of Directors approved a plan to make three grant opportunities available to clergy and congregations to deal with challenges of COVID-19 and to strengthen churches and clergy beyond the pandemic.
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