Reason to Have Hope

CHHSM’s ‘Together We Learn’ Book Groups Create Safe Space to Discuss Race, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

By Barb Powell | June 13, 2022

On June 4, 2020, following its spring board meeting, the CHHSM board of directors released its Statement on the Pandemic of Systemic Racism. Among the many commitments the board made to help CHHSM become antiracist was the creation of a Zoom book study group. From that inauspicious beginning has grown a series of book groups…

Readinger to Retire in 2022; CHHSM Board to Begin Search in September

By Barb Powell | August 13, 2021

Michael J. Readinger, president and CEO of the United Church of Christ’s Council for Health and Human Service Ministries (CHHSM), has announced that he will retire in April 2022. The CHHSM Board has retained the services of the Equius Group in order to conduct a thorough and diverse search for the position. “I cannot express…

CHHSM/COREM Resolution Opens UCC General Synod with Powerful Statement on Racism as a Public Health Crisis

By Barb Powell | July 12, 2021

A highlight of the July 11 opening plenary session of the United Church of Christ’s Thirty-Third General Synod — taking place virtually through July 18 — was the presentation, discussion and vote on a powerful resolution aimed at examining societal systemic racism through the lens of public health. Delegates overwhelmingly approved “A Resolution to Declare…

CHHSM’s ‘Reason to Have Hope: A Public Health Response to Racism’ Course Now Online

By Barb Powell | June 18, 2021

Reason to Have Hope: A Public Health Response to Racism — a multi-part, online, interactive, and highly adaptable course created by CHHSM — is now online! It is being released today (June 18) ahead of and in recognition of the Juneteenth holiday. “We are thrilled to offer ‘Reason to Hope’ as a means of helping…

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Thursday's "Dine and Discover" online seminar will feature Valerie Honea, senior account manager with The Pension Boards UCC. Honea partners with employers to support retirement, health, life, and disability benefit programs. She works closely with organizations to provide education, guidance, and resources that help employees prepare for financial wellness and retirement security. she is passionate about building strong client relationships and helping employers maximize the value of their employee benefit offerings through practical support and personalized service.When: Jun 11, 2026 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Register in advance for this meeting:us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/pwOilXBdTg6i08ZjpqTumA?fbclid=IwY2xjawSTx4JleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRj... After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. ... See MoreSee Less
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