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Inspiring Workshops Offer Narrative of Hope for 2027 Annual Gathering

By Barb Powell | November 12, 2026

From strategic planning to storytelling for justice, from self-care to using artificial intelligence wisely, the workshops at the 2027 Annual Gathering contain something for everyone. This year’s event, “To the Stars Through Difficulties,” takes place March 16-18, 2027, at the DoubleTree by Hilton-Houston Greenway, and its workshops promise to be informative, motivational, and meaningful. The 89th Annual…

Christmas Fund Resources Emphasize Year of Love, Draw on Saints of the Church 

By Barb Powell | November 12, 2026

The UCC Council for Health and Human Service Ministries and Pension Boards-United Church of Christ have again teamed up to bring all settings of the church this year’s Christmas Fund Advent resources. The resources include original art, liturgies for the four weeks of Advent, plus children’s sermonettes for each week. The 2026 Advent liturgical resources were…

UCH Symposium Explores Intergenerational Connections, Strong Communities, Well Being

By Barb Powell | November 12, 2026

More than 150 people gathered in person and online Oct. 16, 2026, for the 11th Annual Symposium: Engaging Generations: Connecting Lives So All Can Thrive, a day-long event focused on the power of intergenerational relationships to build stronger, healthier communities.  Hosted by the Center for Abundant Aging at United Church Homes (UCH)—based in Marion, Ohio—the symposium was held at…

Hoyleton Receives Grant to Expand Care, Earns Membership in Globally Recognized CARE Academy

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | November 12, 2026

Hoyleton Youth and Family Services in Fairview Heights, Ill., recently gained recognition for two important ways: It earned membership in the global CARE Academy for its commitment to the CARE model of care serving families and children; and received a sizeable, five-year grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to support…

Creativity Builds Community at Cedar Community’s Artisan Studios

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | November 12, 2026

By Carrie Sturn, regional director of marketing, Cedar Community, West Bend, Wis. What began years ago as a vision shared by Cedar Community’s Chief Administrative Officer Sarah Malchow and many talented residents has become a reality. After years of envisioning a permanent creative home where residents could gather to create, learn, and inspire one another, that…

Champ Homes Seeks Community Support for New Residence and Campus Hub

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | November 12, 2026

Champ Homes is inviting community support for its $5 million capital campaign to build a new residential facility and campus hub on its Hyannis, Mass., property, creating more functional and accessible spaces for Cape Cod adults experiencing homelessness or housing instability. With $2.5 million raised to date, Champ Homes welcomes donations from individuals, businesses, and foundations to help…

Archway Communities to Expand Affordable Housing in Pueblo, Colo.

By CHHSM Staff | November 12, 2026

Archway Communities, based in Lakewood, Colo., has acquired the land for the future construction of Riverly Apartments from Archway Communities near downtown Pueblo, Colo.  Riverly will include 90 affordable apartments. Archway recently received a $2.5 million land-banking award through Colorado’s Proposition 123, a voter-approved initiative designed to increase affordable housing statewide. Land-banking funds are private…

RHF Celebrates Opening of Affordable Senior Housing Community

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | November 12, 2026

Retirement Housing Foundation (RHF)—based in Long Beach, Calif.—Baldwin Park, Calif., Mayor Daniel Damian, residents, and community partners recently joined together for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting and dedication to celebrate the opening of Central Metro Place, a new affordable senior housing community for adults age 62 and older. The $24.4 million community at 14513 Central Ave. includes 54 modern one-bedroom…

Grant Brings State-of-the-Art AV System to The Heritage at St. Paul’s Senior Living Community

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | November 12, 2026

Anderson Fellowship Hall at The Heritage at St. Paul’s Senior Living Community in Greenville, Pa., is a hub of activity, bringing residents together for worship services, crafts, exercise classes and a variety of programs that support connection, engagement and well-being. Thanks to a generous $5,000 grant from the Pitcairn-Crabbe Foundation, residents can now enjoy these experiences even…

Adaptive Solutions Celebrates a Strong First Year of Impact for Emmaus Homes

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | November 12, 2026

By Javier Malave, marketing manager, Emmaus Homes As FY26 comes to a close, Emmaus Homes in St. Charles, Mo., has a lot to celebrate through the first year of its Adaptive Solutions program. Adaptive Solutions was created to help individuals and families make homes safer, more accessible, and better suited to the people who live there. From bathroom…

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