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    What is the Stillspeaking Ministry?

    In 2004, it was concluded that there was a present and real need for genuine welcome, openness and acceptance for all within the church. The UCC responded to this call of extravagant welcome and radical hospitality with a new branding campaign to proclaim to the world that anyone could find a home in the United Church of Christ.

    "No matter who you are, or where you are on life's journey,
    you're welcome here."

    To date, more than 2,500 churches have chosen to formally participate in the God is still speaking, campaign. As that number continues to grow, the United Church of Christ continues to balance religious tradition with new ideas for religion that is relevant. 

    God is still speaking,  

    The Stillspeaking Ministry continues to provide resources that enable all settings of the church to proclaim the good news of extravagant welcome. Together under one collective identity, we can enthusiastically support and proudly lift up that the UCC is a welcoming, justice-minded Christian community.

    At a time when religion is too often portrayed as narrow-minded and exclusive, many are raising their voices for an alternative vision:

    · where God is all-loving and inclusive
    · where a church welcomes and accepts everyone as they are
    · where your mind is nourished as much as your soul
    · where Jesus the healer meets Jesus the revolutionary
    · where together we grow a just and peaceful world.

     One of the defining characteristics of the UCC is that we join in community by testimonials, not tests, of faith. Your beliefs, your understanding of God and Jesus and church are uniquely yours, as you seek and explore alongside others in community. By becoming a Stillspeaking Voice, you can pledge to share your faith journey with others.

    Become a Stillspeaking Voice!

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    alajuela.cathedral.group.jpgMembers of our senior high youth group recently returned from a mission trip to Costa Rica with the Danville UCC church - 43 travelers in all!

     

    Click here to see a video of the trip.

     

    Click here to read Mariah's sermon about the trip.

Christmas Craft Faire

 
 
The annual Christmas Craft Faire is coming soon! Get in the Christmas spirit, shop for gifts, enjoy lunch, dessert and entertainment – and bring the kids/grandkids for pictures with Santa. What could be a better way to spend the day? 
 
Ho, Ho, Ho 
 
Who, Who, Who??      You, your family and friends
Who Else?                   Over 30 crafters
When                           Saturday, December 3, 2011 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Where                           First Congregational Church – Overmiller Hall
Why                            Funds raised support programs of the church
How else can I help??  There will be a “re-gifting” table, so you can donate a “re-gift”.
 
SANTA ARRIVES AT 12 NOON!
 
Contact Joyce Silva, (530) 823-0409 or Trish Ballantyne (530) 906-9503 if you have any questions.
 
First Congregational Church of Auburn Online

We strive to be an enlightened Christian Community that follows the example of Jesus Christ, through whom we come to know God.

We are an Open and Affirming church that welcomes all people regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, marital status, mental and physical ability, differing theological perspectives, age, socio-economic background, or sexual orientation. By affirm we mean that we recognize and value the humanness and uniqueness of each person as a gift of God. We believe there are no barriers to God’s love or to full participation in the mission of the church, including membership, fellowship, leadership, and employment.

We look to the Bible as a primary source for the word of God and we value a variety of interpretations of scripture. We recognize that God is revealed in other forms, some of which we know and many of which we do not.

We respond to God’s grace by generously sharing our energy, enthusiasm, and resources with our community and beyond. We strive to model a community of faith and spirit that offers justice, healing, and wholeness of life for all people.

We have a deep commitment to one another and find that a healthy faith development includes learning, the practice of our faith, and frequent rethinking of our beliefs. We believe that our faith encompasses affirmations, doubts, and questions.

We are part of the denomination of the United Church of Christ in which all churches are self-governed. Following our understanding of the Christian tradition, we enjoy the privileges, rights, and responsibilities of our church making its own decisions in covenant with God and other congregations.

We inherited a 2000-year-old tradition, going back to the early church, through the reformation and the congregational movement that originated in England. We are proud of an active ministry here in Auburn since 1875.

You are welcome here!

 

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