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Christian Nationalism: A Threat to Democracy and True Religious Freedom
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Christian Nationalism: A Threat to Democracy and True Religious Freedom

ByDerek Terry March 13, 2025March 13, 2025

In recent years, Christian nationalism has become one of the most dangerous forces shaping American politics, law, and culture. It is a movement…

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Announcing the Theme for the 2025 Open and Affirming National Gathering!
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Announcing the Theme for the 2025 Open and Affirming National Gathering!

ByUCC Coalition March 13, 2025March 13, 2025

We are excited to share that the theme for our 2025 National Gathering is:Sacred Seen and Called: Living Our Truth, Embracing Our LightInspired…

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From Ashes to Affirmation: What Ash Wednesday Teaches Us About LGBTQ+ Inclusion
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From Ashes to Affirmation: What Ash Wednesday Teaches Us About LGBTQ+ Inclusion

ByDerek Terry March 5, 2025March 5, 2025

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent—a season of reflection, repentance, and renewal. As ashes are placed on our foreheads, we are reminded:…

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Black Joy as Resistance: A Lesson for All
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Black Joy as Resistance: A Lesson for All

ByDerek Terry February 21, 2025February 21, 2025

“Come celebrate with me that everyday something has tried to kill me and has failed.” – Lucille Clifton As a Black Queer person,…

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Erasing Trans History: The Government’s Quiet Attack on Stonewall’s Legacy
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Erasing Trans History: The Government’s Quiet Attack on Stonewall’s Legacy

ByUCC Coalition February 15, 2025February 15, 2025

The U.S. government has once again made it clear that they want to erase transgender and queer people from history. This time, they…

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The U.S. Government’s Harmful PrEP Policy Change and Its Impact on LGBTQ+ Communities
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The U.S. Government’s Harmful PrEP Policy Change and Its Impact on LGBTQ+ Communities

ByDerek Terry February 13, 2025February 13, 2025

The recent decision by the Trump administration to restrict access to life-saving PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) medication for LGBTQ+ people, sex workers, and other…

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A Moral Imperative: Defending God’s People Against the Rising Wave of Anti-LGBTQ+ and Anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Attacks
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A Moral Imperative: Defending God’s People Against the Rising Wave of Anti-LGBTQ+ and Anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Attacks

ByUCC Coalition February 7, 2025February 7, 2025

In the face of injustice, the Gospel calls us to stand firm. In Matthew 25:40, Jesus reminds us, “Truly I tell you, just…

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Affirming Trans and Nonbinary Lives: A Call to Love, Justice, and Action
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Affirming Trans and Nonbinary Lives: A Call to Love, Justice, and Action

ByUCC Coalition January 22, 2025January 22, 2025

We See You. We Love You. We Affirm You. In a world where policies and rhetoric are increasingly aimed at erasing the existence…

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Watch: For Such a Time as This | A Prophetic Response to America’s Defining Moment
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Watch: For Such a Time as This | A Prophetic Response to America’s Defining Moment

ByUCC Coalition January 21, 2025January 22, 2025

On January 20, 2025, the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump’s second term coincided with the annual commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King…

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Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
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Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

ByUCC Coalition January 20, 2025January 20, 2025

Today, we pause to honor the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a leader whose vision of love, justice,…

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