College Avenue United Church of Christ

06/14/2026

06/10/2026

With the approach of Juneteenth, we are reminded that this observance is not only historical—it is deeply theological. It proclaims God’s enduring promise of liberation, even when justice is delayed, and calls us to continued work toward equity and healing.

Through the People’s Prayers for Peace initiative, prayers are being gathered for the day, prayers that speak truth, lament, hope, and commitment to justice. You're invited to submit your prayers! ✍️🙏

Join our UCC National Setting in submitting Prayers for Peace here by June 10:
https://www.ucc.org/peoples-prayers-for-peace/
And/or go to this page to read prayers offered by others:
https://www.ucc.org/all-prayers-from-the-peoples-prayers-for-peace/

With the approach of Juneteenth, we are reminded that this observance is not only historical—it is deeply theological. It proclaims God’s enduring promise of liberation, even when justice is delayed, and calls us to continued work toward equity and healing.

Through the People’s Prayers for Peace initiative, prayers are being gathered for the day, prayers that speak truth, lament, hope, and commitment to justice.

The goal is to share 48 prayers—one every half hour throughout the day—creating a communal offering of prayer grounded in faith and social justice.

You might consider offering a prayer that reflects:
--Juneteenth as a sacred witness to freedom delayed but not denied
--The intersection of prayer, justice, and liberation
--The ongoing call to confront systemic racism
--God’s vision for peace rooted in justice

06/07/2026

06/07/2026

06/06/2026

🏳️‍⚧️ Each month, UCC experts unpack a complex justice issue through our series.

🏳️‍🌈 This Pride Month, the Rev. Elder Carmarion D. Anderson, Minister for Congregational Leadership at the National Ministries United Church of Christ reflects on the church's responsibility to embody God's love for our transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary siblings.

Read the full reflection here: https://ow.ly/6N3V50Z7F8a

06/05/2026

06-04-2026 Taize Style Prayer Service

06/03/2026

We will always choose LOVE 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

06/03/2026

Taize this Thursday at 7 pm (in-person & livestreamed)! Come for a time to refresh your soul with a service of contemplation, chants, prayer, beautiful candlelight, and community. 💞

06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month from the Open and Affirming Coalition!

We pray that LGBTQ+ people, their families, and all who love them experience a month filled with safety, joy, community, and hope. In a time when LGBTQ+ people and other marginalized communities continue to face attacks, may we refuse to let fear, hatred, or injustice steal our joy.

You are beloved. You belong. Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈

05/31/2026