United Church of Spring Valley

02/29/2020

02/25/2020

02/20/2020

Applications are now available for the Thomas Danney Memorial Scholarship. Current New Brunswick Theological Seminary students who are planning for ordained ministry in New York State are invited to apply. Contact the RSNY office for more information. Applications are due by May 1, 2020.

02/20/2020

In an era when shootings and other violent attacks have become all too common in houses of worship, UCC congregations and institutions are taking precautions – in some cases, with government help.

02/19/2020

“The greatest among you will be your servant” - (Matthew 23:11). Thoughts for Today We live in a world obsessed with power. It seems ...

02/19/2020

Please reach out to consistory elders to share your feelings. RCA Vision 2020 Team was formed because of theological differences leading to uncertainty on how to continue ministry together. Points affecting how RCA moves forward are human sexuality (significant division in our denomination on this point), polity, biblical interpretation, and lack of alignment with RCAs strategic Transformed & Transforming goal. Please read attached to stay informed.

This team is exploring different scenarios for the future of the Reformed Church in America.

02/17/2020

How do you do justice? God commands us to do justice, to love, to have mercy & walk humbly. Read what Rev. Traci Blackmon shares in this commentary.

The UCC is seeking a just world for all. Will you join us?

02/16/2020

Reflect & Pray -How can you explain your stand on sensitive issues humbly, gently, and lovingly? What will you pray for those who seem to disagree?

God, guide me as I speak the truth so that I do so out of love and seek only to build up, not to tear down.

When public debate erupted over a controversial Singapore law, it divided Christians with differing views. Some called others “narrow-minded” or accused them of compromising their faith. Controversies can cause sharp divisions among God’s family, bringing much hurt and discouraging people. I.....

02/16/2020

My voice You shall hear in the morning, O LORD; In the morning I will direct it to You, And I will look up (Psalm 5:3)

02/15/2020

God’s love is inclusive, he revealed this in his son Jesus Christ