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NCC Newsletter

May 30, 2026

RETI Application Deadline Extended to June5

About RETI…

RETI (Regional Ecumenical Theological Institute) is a dynamic, cross-border leadership initiative designed for students and emerging leaders under age 45, offering a transformative immersion in ecumenism, theology, and public witness across the United States and Canada.

Annual Starvin' for Justice
Fast and Vigil

Are you mad enough yet?  

Are YOU Starvin' for Justice?


In 1972, the US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) struck down all death penalty laws in the country. Each of the five justices who affirmed that ruling on June 29, 1972, in Furman v. Georgia had a different primary concern. But they did not abolish or even disallow the death penalty. They just set new standards. At least, that was the idea.


States that wanted to execute prisoners had to write new laws. Florida had a special session of its legislature in November 1972 to do just that, and by 1976, other states had followed suit, and hundreds of prisoners were on death row. Then, on July 2, 1976, SCOTUS upheld the new laws with its decision in Gregg v. Georgia.


Death penalty abolitionists have marked these two anniversary dates, June 29 and July 2, with the four-day Starvin' for Justice: the  33rd Annual Fast & Vigil to Abolish the Death Penalty at the US Supreme Court.  NOTE: Those who come for the full event arrive in DC by the evening of June 28 and depart on July 3.


Get all the information at ABOLITION.ORG.


Even if you can't come in person, you can be a part of it. Special events will be live-streamed, and anyone can be a sponsorWe encourage you to join the individuals and organizations whose sponsorship contributions have been received to-date. Visit the website to see the growing list of individuals "Commemorating 50 Years of Fighting Executions Since the Gregg Decision" (Giving of at least $50)


Click Here to Sponsor.

Be a Climate Ambassador!

Get together with your congregation for a meaningful and engaging experience! The Climate Ambassador Training for Groups is free, flexible, and designed to help you connect, reflect, and gain the skills to speak up on faith + climate in meaningful ways.


You’ll also join a network of ambassadors, with access to exclusive resources, events, and support.


Explore what’s possible here.

Creation Justice Ministries Resources

Listen to "Everything Will Live Where the River Goes"

A Sermon by Avery Davis Lamb at Binkley Baptist Church, Chapel Hill, NC

PODCAST

Eco-Kingdom Politics with Madison Mayhew

What if one of the most impactful things you could do for God’s creation is just sit at a table and talk with someone about the issues you care about?  Often, when we consider getting involved in politics, the roadblocks just live in our own minds rather than in reality. In a walk around the Capitol building in DC, join CJM's Policy and Advocacy Manager, Madison Mayhew on the EcoChristian podcast, with host Caleb Haynes in a conversation about advocating for God's creation. 


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SUPPORT  RESOURCES

Wisdom of Trees Reading List

Trees are more than background scenery. They are teachers, neighbors, and witnesses to God’s renewing work in creation. This curated list gathers books that explore the ecological, cultural, spiritual, and imaginative significance of trees. 


Explore Now

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May 52 Ways to Care for Creation

 

Use this resource to deepen your congregation’s commitment to creation justice. Each week highlights a creation justice idea for action or reflection for yourself and your community. Every month, we will include a bulletin insert for you to print and share with your church. You can download the entire year by clicking here.

 

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Brethren Organize New 
Rapid Response Network 

“My faith compelled me to respond,” one woman states, after in early 2025 seeing the harm of the new administration’s policies affecting immigrants and other vulnerable people. Many Brethren have felt their faith compel them to respond, too, and like her, have stepped up to lead and become involved with rapid response networks in their communities.

The educator and organizer on the Church of the Brethren Deportation Defense Response team became aware of Brethren pastors and members involved in immigrant rapid response work across the country and organized the Brethren Rapid Response Network. Members connect to share about current issues in their local contexts, offer support and encouragement, ask questions, share advice and resources, and provide spiritual grounding.


For more about the Deportation Defense Response, an initiative of several Church of the Brethren districts with the denomination’s Intercultural Ministries and On Earth Peace, visit www.brethren.org/intercultural/ddr.

Armenian Catholicos Aram I Meets Pope Leo XIV at Vatican

On the morning of May 18, 2026, a private meeting took place at the Vatican between Aram I and Pope Leo XIV, where the two religious leaders discussed a wide range of issues concerning the global Christian community, regional conflicts, and humanitarian concerns.


According to the Armenian Catholicosate, the meeting focused first on several major topics related to Christian unity and cooperation. Aram I raised the issue of establishing a unified date for Easter among Christian churches, creating a common day of remembrance for all Christian martyrs, and convening a Third Vatican Council. He emphasized what he described as the urgent importance of these matters for Christian life around the world.


Read the full story here.

Armenian Assembly Urges
Release of Hostages

In advance of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to Armenia, the Armenian Assembly of America (Assembly) welcomes the continued strengthening of U.S.-Armenia relations and sustained high-level engagement between the two countries. At the same time, the Assembly remains deeply concerned by Baku’s continued refusal to release all Christian Armenian hostages wrongfully imprisoned in Azerbaijan and urges their immediate and unconditional release.


The Armenian Assembly of America will continue its work to advance genuine security, justice, and a future in which the Armenian people live in freedom and dignity on their ancestral homeland.

 

Established in 1972, the Armenian Assembly of America is the largest Washington-based nationwide organization dedicated to promoting public understanding and awareness of Armenian issues. The Assembly is a strictly non-partisan, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt membership organization.


Read the full story here.

WCC News & Updates

WCC Prayer Focus Calendar

The WCC Ecumenical Prayer Cycle takes us through every region of the world over the course of a year. Praying for each place on earth and its people at least once a year, we affirm our solidarity with Christians all over the world, brothers and sisters living in diverse situations, experiencing diverse problems, and sharing diverse gifts. Pray with us!


The suggested prayer texts are based on Pilgrim Prayer: An Ecumenical Prayer Cycle. The book and the website offer valuable aids for intercessory prayers, prayer on behalf of and in solidarity with others.

Applications Open for 2027–2028 at WCC’s
Ecumenical Institute at Bossey

The Ecumenical Institute at Bossey, part of the World Council of Churches (WCC) and attached to the University of Geneva, is now accepting applications for its 2027–2028 academic programs in ecumenical studies. These internationally recognized programs offer unique opportunities for theological formation, intercultural exchange, and ecumenical engagement.


“Bossey is celebrating 80 years of ecumenical engagement this year. We continue to inspire transformative study and formation rooted in a rich and shared community life,” said Fr Dr Lawrence Iwuamadi, academic dean of the Ecumenical Institute at Bossey. 


Applications for the 2027–2028 academic year are due by October 31.


Three distinct study options are available:

  • Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Ecumenical Studies – A one-semester program (25 ECTS) combining a core course on the history of the ecumenical movement, workshops in biblical and theological studies, thematic seminars, and study visits.

  • Complementary Certificate in Ecumenical Studies (CC) – A more extensive program (30 ECTS), allowing students to deepen their knowledge with additional modules in fields such as ecumenical missiology, social ethics, theology, or biblical hermeneutics.

  • Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in Ecumenical Studies – A full-year program (60 ECTS) that includes research methodology, supervised fellowship, research workshops, and a thesis, in addition to the core courses and seminars. The MAS is designed for students preparing for advanced academic, ecclesial, or interfaith leadership roles.

Applications are open to students from around the world with a background in theology, religious studies, or related fields. Admission is selective, and places are limited.


Learn more about the Ecumenical Institute at Bossey

Application process

WCC  Commends "Magnifica Humanitas” to All People

“Magnifica Humanitas” (Latin for “The Magnificent Humanity”), addresses the rapid technological developments in the age of digitalization, which find their most advanced expression in artificial intelligence.


“This development holds great opportunities, but also great risks,” said Bedford-Strohm. “Technological development has gained such momentum that the rules ensuring its responsible use have not kept pace.”


This makes a global public discussion about such urgently needed rules all the more important, Bedford-Strohm noted. “One of the goals is to establish effective mechanisms to protect freedom and human dignity against data corporations whose monopoly power is now virtually uncontrollable,” he said. “Especially when it comes to artificial intelligence, the core issue is also the concept of humanity.”


WCC general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr. Jerry Pillay noted that the WCC has long recognized the advances and benefits of technology and AI in many areas of life, but also cautioned against the challenges it poses to spiritual, moral, and ethical values if not carefully checked and monitored. “Technology must be used to enhance and develop human life and living and not displace human labor, value, and dignity,” he said. “I am especially grateful to Pope Leo XIV for Magnifica Humanitas, which is very relevant and timely in an age of AI expansion.”


Read more.

WCC Webinar Challenges Faith Communities
on Period Poverty

Every May 28, International Menstrual Hygiene Day draws global attention to what many institutions still decline to name. On June 4, the World Council of Churches (WCC) goes further – hosting “Breaking the Blood Taboo,” a 90-minute online webinar, now in its fifth year, that moves from acknowledgment to accountability. Church leaders, youth leaders, and menstrual health advocates are invited to ask what they actually provide—and what they do not.


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Conference Examines Condition of
Christian Communities in the Middle East

An international conference, “Christians in the Middle East: Prospects and Challenges,” organized by the School of Theology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, examined the contemporary condition and future prospects of Christian communities in the Middle East within the broader context of geopolitical instability, armed conflict, migration, religious transformation, and the erosion of pluralism.


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WCC Executive Committee to Convene Online June 8–12

The World Council of Churches (WCC) executive committee will convene online June 8-12 to conduct the regular business of the first half of the year, review program reports and audited financial results for 2025, and review proposals for a new structure for delivering work.


Read more

Pentecost Festival in Norway Gathers Migrant Congregations, Local Churches

A Pentecost Festival held in Grorud Church in Groruddalen, Oslo, Norway on May 25 celebrated the theme “Together as God’s Family.”


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YKB Media Ministry Speaks Up for Thursdays in Black

Colleagues from YKB Media Ministry, based in Jakarta, Indonesia, spoke up for Thursdays in Black through photos and a video.


Read more

WCC Journals Draw Unprecedented Readership,
Reflecting Growing Global Conversation

More people than ever before are engaging with World Council of Churches journals, The Ecumenical Review and the International Review of Mission, both published by Wiley.


Read more

New WCC Volume Marks 1700th Anniversary
of Council of Nicaea

The World Council of Churches (WCC) released Towards Nicaea 2025: Exploring the Council’s Ecumenical Significance Today, a collection of essays marking the 1700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council and the formulation of the Nicene Creed.


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Upcoming WCC Events

Eco-Diakonia Youth Hub 2026:
Global Three-month Online Training Program
May 8 — July 10, 2026 — The WCC has launched applications for the Eco-Diakonia Youth Hub, a three-month global training program designed to equip young leaders to advance climate justice and diakonia initiatives in their local contexts.
Read more


Webinar: Breaking the Blood Taboo: Faith Communities as Allies in Menstrual Hygiene and Period Poverty
June 4, 2026—In many faith communities, menstruation is still not spoken about. That silence has consequences: no disposal bin in the restroom stall, no running water, no basic provision. For approximately 500 million women and girls worldwide, this is not a peripheral inconvenience. It is period poverty, and it happens inside the buildings where dignity is preached.
Read more


Executive Committee Meeting (Virtual)
June 8– 12, 2026—The 25-person Executive Committee is the WCC governing body, with members from churches in every region. It meets twice a year to monitor ongoing work, supervise the budget, and deal with policy matters referred to it by the Central Committee.
Read more


European Christian Internet Conference in Rome:
AI and Authentic Spirituality
June 10–12, 2026—The annual European Christian Internet Conference (ECIC) will take place in Rome, Italy June 10–12 2026, exploring the impact of artificial intelligence on spirituality and our faith practices.
Read more


Global Prayer for Peace in Ukraine
June 11, 2026—In a series of global prayers for peace, WCC invites people and churches around the world to join in the Global Prayer for Peace in Ukraine on June 11 at 13.00 CET.
Read more


Ecumenical School on Governance, Economics, and
Management for an Economy of Life (GEM School) 2026
August 17– 28, 2026—WCC is inviting applications for the Ecumenical School on Governance, Economics, and Management for an Economy of Life (GEM School), August 17–28, 2026, in Panama City, Panama. Five partner organizations are joining the effort: the World Communion of Reformed Churches, Lutheran World Federation, World Methodist Council, Council for World Mission, and United Society Partners in the Gospel. The 10-day program will train 20–25 church leaders to push for change in global finance.
Read more


Season of Creation 2026: Living Waters
September 1–4, 2026—WCC calls Christians worldwide to observe the Season of Creation, September 1 — October 4, 2026. This year's theme, "Living Waters," comes from Ezekiel 47:9 and 12—a biblical vision of hope and ecological restoration.
Read more

Church and Ecumenical Leaders to Deliberate on Emerging Ecclesial and Ecumenical Landscapes in Asia

Chiang Mai, Thailand: Church and ecumenical leaders in Asia will gather to deliberate on ecumenism in Asia in the context of emerging ecclesial and ecumenical landscapes at an international summit to be held from May 31 to June 3, 2026.


Organized by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) as a prelude to the CCA Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2027, the consultation will be held in Chiang Mai, Thailand, in conjunction with the CCA Executive and Program Committee meetings.


Explaining the objectives of the international consultation, CCA General Secretary Dr. Mathews George Chunakara said, “Ahead of CCA’s Platinum Jubilee in 2027, this international summit of church leaders will provide an opportunity to reflect on emerging trends related to the ecclesial and ecumenical landscape in Asia and to identify helpful indicators for strengthening the Asian ecumenical movement.”

Canadian Youth Mission to Armenia (CYMA) 2026

State/Area Council News

Atlanta Council

Mental Health Awareness Seminar, Thursdays, May 7–28

Mental Health Awareness Lunch & Learn Series, presented by The One Lamb Initiative for Mental Wellness, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Each of these four online Lunch & Learn sessions will cover a different mental wellness topic and be presented by a clinical professional. Thursdays, May 7 – May 28, 12 – 1 p.m. on Zoom. More information and registration HERE.

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The next Green Team Roundtable is June 9 at noon. It will be all about ReWilding! Join Tres Crow, Founder and CEO of GreenBox Homes, for a conversation on how native, edible, and sustainable landscaping can become a meaningful focus for faith communities. This discussion will explore how faith communities can transform their grounds into living expressions of stewardship, restoration, and care for Earth. He will share practical pathways for turning conventional landscapes into thriving ecosystems that support biodiversity, food access, and community connection. He will highlight how these efforts can align with spiritual values of responsibility, renewal, and service. Find the Zoom link HERE

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Join Shallowford Presbyterian Church for a special homecoming concert featuring Shallowford’s 6th through 12th-grade singers! Sunday, June 14, 7:00 p.m. This year’s program, “Carry the Light,” explores how God’s light meets us, transforms us, and moves through us into the world. Join in person or online.

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International Students & Volunteers Needed: The AMIS annual International Student Advisor Breakfast is Thursday, June 18, at 8:30 a.m. in Midtown Atlanta. They are inviting a good cross section of advisors from all of the Atlanta-area schools and institutions that work with international college students. They are also seeking a few international students and volunteers to attend and be seated with the academic advisors to talk about the ways AMIS has positively impacted their lives and time in the U.S. If you are available and interested in attending this short event, please email, and please state if you are a student, former student, or a volunteer. There is no cost to attend. Email for information!

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Candler Foundry Offers Online Christian
Nationalism Course in June

Candler Foundry will offer a course on Christian Nationalism this summer, June 9-30, Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. For all necessary information, visit Candler Foundry Online Course: "Let's Talk About Christian Nationalism" with Research Fellow Dominic Erdozain. Course fee: $50.

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The God of Us All: Praying with Black Spirituality

June 14–21, Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center. This seven-night individually directed Ignatian retreat invites participants into a deeper encounter with God through the rich gifts of Black Spirituality and the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. To learn more, visit Ignatius House's website.

Minnesota Council

Preparing for July 4th Weekend Workshop

Tuesday, June 9 | 6:00 p.m. 
Join the Clergy Emergency League and the Wisconsin Council of Churches for a 90‑minute workshop to help clergy and congregational leaders prepare faithful, grounded worship and preaching for the July 4th weekend. 


Learn More and Register
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Faith in Us: A National Clergy Initiative 

June 9 – 11
Clergy are invited to join the launch of Faith in Us: A National Clergy Initiative through two upcoming national clergy Zoom calls. These gatherings will introduce the initiative and offer clergy from across the country an opportunity to connect, learn, and engage together.


Register here.

New York Council

Faith Based Affordable Housing Summit

The NY Council is pleased to announce the second annual “Rebuilding the Sacred Hearts of Our Communities” Faith-Based Affordable Housing Summit, taking place on Wednesday, June 17, at The Riverside Church, 475 Riverside Dr., New York, NY 10027.

 

This full-day gathering will bring together faith leaders, housing advocates, developers, and community partners from across the state to explore practical pathways from vision to development.

 

Registration details, including Early Bird tickets, will be available soon. Ticket purchase will include meals, materials, and access to all sessions. To ensure accessibility, a limited number of pay-what-you-can scholarships will be offered.


Sponsorship opportunities are also available for organizations looking to support this vital work. For questions, please contact: Rashida Tyler at 845-282-6022.


Learn more here.

Interfaith Council of 
Metropolitan Washington, DC

NBA Sent Summer Coming in June

National Benevolent Associations’s 2026 SENT Summer is coming June 21-22! Formerly the annual SENT Seminar, this year’s two-day virtual event will offer messages of inspiration and resilience from public change makers as they share personal anecdotes and frameworks that nurture endurance for those “in the HEAT of the Work” of leading social change.


The event will be held from 7:00 pm—8:00 pm ET/6:00 pm-7:00 pm CT each night. Registration is now open!


Register Here

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Grant Opportunities


Shipt’s Community Impact Grant

Deadline: June 12, 2026
Available Funds: $ 10K-35K. Shipt’s Community Impact Grant program invests in nonprofits that are creating communities where all people have access to fresh, nutritious, and culturally relevant food that is affordable and accessible.
 

Faith United Methodist Foundation Grant

Deadline: June 13, 2026
Available Funds: $2,500. Faith United Methodist Foundation Grant program is seeking applications for grants to be awarded to charitable organizations within the Maryland/DC/Virginia area.


Neighborhood Events Matching Funds Grant Program

Deadline: June 30, 2026
Summary: The Montgomery County Government created the Neighborhood Events Matching Funds (NEMF) program to encourage community involvement, support local growth, and strengthen the economy. Local groups such as neighborhood organizations, block groups, tenant associations, and civic clubs can apply for funding to host events and activities. Events must be open to everyone and should have a lasting positive effect on the community. You can get up to $1,000 for events happening between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026. The money is given on a first-come, first-served basis. Available Funds: Up to $1,000 on a first-come, first-served basis.

North Carolina Council

Faith Leaders Rally Against ICE Detention
Expansion in Raleigh

Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director of the North Carolina Council of Churches, stood on the steps of the Legislative Building to deliver a powerful message on behalf of 19 denominations across our state: welcoming immigrants is not a political position but rather a religious calling. Drawing on Leviticus 19, she argued that expanding detention for people who have done nothing wrong violates both scripture and the Constitution's guarantee of religious freedom. The Council joined a coalition of interfaith and justice organizations to deliver letters to state leaders demanding they take a stand. 

 

Read the Full Statement

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Veterans' Experience Strength and Hope (VESH) for Peace

Monday, June 2, 7 p.m.
Online

 

Join fellow veterans for an online fellowship gathering focused on peace — in heart, family, community, and the wider world. Participants are invited to join and listen to personal stories in a supportive, encouraging environment.


Email tuck.Rosenberg@yahoo.com for the Zoom link.

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Evaluation 101: Measuring and
Communicating Your Impact

Tuesday, June 9, 6 - 8 p.m.
Online

 

Join PHW for a webinar designed to help congregations think practically and creatively about evaluation, storytelling, and reporting. Whether you are leading a support group, hosting educational events, building partnerships, or implementing a larger behavioral health initiative, this session will offer simple, manageable tools to track progress and share your impact.

 

Participants will explore:

  • How to measure impact in meaningful and manageable ways

  • Collecting stories, outcomes, and feedback

  • Tracking participation and engagement

  • Preparing for mid-year and final reporting requirements

  • Communicating your work to funders, partners, and your congregation

This webinar is especially designed for churches participating in the Abundant Life Cohort, but is open to anyone interested in strengthening their ability to evaluate and communicate the impact of their ministry and community work.

 

Register Here

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Making Connections: Why Tax Cuts Work
for Corporations but NOT for You

Wednesday, June 17, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Online

 

Did you know that by 2030, corporations like Duke Energy and Amazon will pay ZERO dollars in state income taxes in North Carolina? This session of Making Connections, offered by the NC Budget and Tax Center (BTC), builds on previous discussions about North Carolina's decade-plus of tax cuts, taking a deeper look at the Corporate Income Tax — who pays it, who doesn't, and how its impending elimination could affect the state government's ability to meet growing community needs across NC. 


Click here to register.

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NC Death Penalty 101

Monday June 29, 7 p.m.
Online

 

Want to learn more about the death penalty in North Carolina and how you can be part of the movement for abolition? Join the NC Coalition for Alternatives to the Death Penalty for a one-hour virtual session offering an introduction to the issues and ways to get connected. This is a chance to ground yourself in the facts, meet others across the state committed to justice, and find your place in the movement to end capital punishment. 


Click here to register.

Clergy Virtual Seminar: Public Discipleship in
Minnesota and Its Lessons for North Carolina

Tuesday, June 30, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Online

 

Join the NC Council of Churches and Make NC Work for a special seminar for clergy and ordained deacons, with guest speakers from Minnesota.

 

During this webinar, you’ll learn how entire congregations can put our values into action through a public discipleship program. You’ll hear stories from churches across the country, spanning Black churches, rural and suburban congregations, and a wide range of denominations, all coming together to live our faith out loud.

 

Register Here

Rhode Island Council

Joint Community Statement on Immigrant Support

Written By Jeremy Langill

 

Across Rhode Island, our shared goal remains clear: every resident should feel safe, respected, and supported. Today, we stand together as faith leaders, law enforcement, elected officials, and members of the business community to reaffirm our collective commitment to strengthening the bonds that unite us. We also reaffirm our support for the immigrant population in our state. Immigrants are an essential part of our communities, our workforce, and our culture, and we stand together in support of the immigrant community while remaining firmly opposed to violence and crime in any form.

 

Building a strong community is not the responsibility of any one group alone. It is built through partnership, communication, and trust. Our faith institutions serve as pillars of compassion and guidance. Our law enforcement officers are dedicated to protecting and serving with professionalism and integrity. Our public officials are entrusted with advancing policies that reflect the needs and values of the communities they represent. Our local businesses help anchor our neighborhoods, create opportunity, and foster connection. Together, we form a network of support that is strongest when we work in collaboration.

 

We are committed to ensuring that all members of our community feel safe and supported. No one should hesitate to seek help, report a crime, or engage with local institutions out of fear. This commitment extends to our immigrant neighbors, who deserve to feel secure, welcomed, and valued. We will continue working—alongside community partners and local businesses—to build relationships, provide clear information, and foster an environment where trust extends to every neighborhood and every family.

 

Together, we will continue to strengthen partnerships between our institutions, invest in community-based solutions, and promote a culture of mutual respect. By doing so, we can ensure that our neighborhoods are not only safe, but also places where trust, opportunity, and unity thrive.

 

RI Police Chiefs Association 

RI State Council of Churches

RI Hospitality Association 

Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence

Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce

Wisconsin Council

Beloved Inside Out: Preparing for Service
to Justice System Involved Communities

Nurturing Justice, Inc., is honored to invite you to a sacred opportunity to serve our siblings impacted by the justice system in your local communities. This is an ongoing, multilayered formation journey designed to prepare your heart, mind, and spirit for meaningful, compassionate, and informed service. They are inviting multiple participants from churches around the country to engage in this important work. The project is a joint venture with Nurturing Justice, Inc, the Onesimus Ministry, WisconsinBrookfield Congregational United Church of ChristSafe Haven United Church of Christ,  and other national and local ministries and groups. 

 

This journey of learning and action will begin with a gathering via Zoom on Monday, June 15, at 7:00 pm Central, and continue through autumn. Learn more and register here.

Wear Orange Weekend 2026

As Wear Orange Weekend 2026 approaches, the Wisconsin Council of Churches invites you to join us in standing together for a cause that deeply matters to our communities and to Jesus’ call for peace in a hurting world. From June 5 to June 7, we remember those who have lost their lives to gun violence, and we seek to honor their memory by making our voices heard. Inspired by the tragic death of 15-year-old Hadiya Pendleton in 2013, this weekend is an opportunity to reflect on the violence that plagues our society and commit to being agents of change.

 

The Wear Orange Weekend 2026 Materials, including graphics and a bulletin insert, are now available for download here.

Preparing for July 4th Worship:

A Workshop to Resist Christian Nationalism

Join the Clergy Emergency League and the Wisconsin Council of Churches for a 90‑minute workshop to help clergy and congregational leaders prepare faithful, grounded worship and preaching for the July 4th weekend.

On Tuesday, June 9, at 6:00 pm (Central), to get practical resources, hymnody, liturgical elements, and preaching guides designed to resist Christian nationalism and center the gospel during the July 4th weekend.


Learn more and register here.

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NCCC Executive Director
The executive director of the North Carolina Council of Churches is responsible for managing the statewide organization on behalf of the governing board. See the full job description here.

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CMEP Development Director

Churches for Middle East Peace is seeking to hire a full-time development director. This position is responsible for implementing, overseeing, and managing all aspects of CMEP’s fundraising and development strategy. The full job posting and instructions for applying can be found here. 

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Director of Finance and Operations

The National Religious Campaign Against Torture (NRCAT) is hiring a new Director of Finance & Operations. The job listing can be found on Idealist.

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Biennial Mission Summit Producer

The American Baptist Church Office of the General Secretary is seeking an experienced Producer to lead the production, worship coordination, and audio-visual planning for the 2027 Biennial Mission Summit. This contracted role requires strong organizational skills, event production experience, and the ability to collaborate with worship leaders, technical teams, musicians, and staff.

Learn more and apply at www.abc-usa.org/employment

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Director of Development

American Baptist Churches USA is hiring a director of development, a key member of the senior leadership team responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive and strategic fundraising program that supports the mission and ministry of American Baptist Churches USA. 

Learn more and apply at www.abc-usa.org/employment

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Resource Development Program Associate

The Office of Resource Development for Disciples Overseas Ministries (DOM) is seeking a dynamic team member to support revenue-generating activities and fund development efforts.

The Resource Development team initiates, nurtures, and maintains relationships with current and potential donors to provide direct and planned gifts to Global Ministries, a shared ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the United Church of Christ (UCC). Click the link for more information about the position.

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ELCA Position Openings

Access the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America's (ELCA) list of United States and global service opportunities here


Send your communion or organization's position openings to newsletter@nationalcouncilofchurches.us.

 

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