United Church of Christ

United Church Funds Posts First Quarter Fact Sheets

By Guest Contributor | May 10, 2018

United Church Funds’ first quarter 2018 Fund Fact Sheets are now available, says Howard W. Hawkins III, UCF’s director of business development. The Fund Fact Sheets provide essential data and metrics, such as investment strategy, annualized performance, asset allocation, characteristics and top ten holdings for each UCF fund. Click here to review and download the Fund Fact Sheets. The United…

‘Hotel of the Stars’ Finds New Purpose as United Church of Christ Affordable Housing Community

By Barb Powell | May 10, 2018

It’s not every day that residents of an older adult community can say they live in a building once frequented by the rich and famous. But then, LaFontaine Center in Huntington, Ind., isn’t your everyday place. Built in 1925, the former LaFontaine Hotel was a hot destination spot for movie stars and jet set clientele,…

United Church of Christ Ministries and Partners Learn Servant Leadership through CHHSM Programs

By Barb Powell | May 9, 2018

For CHHSM and its ministries, the key is servant leadership. To that end, CHHSM provides two different types of programming for its member organizations and other United Church of Christ ministries, the year-long Nollau Institute and the Nollau To You one-day seminar experience. Recently, participants in the 2018-2019 Nollau Institute held the first of three…

Walking the Talk: United Church Homes earns Platinum Certification in SAGECare, Competency Training for Serving Older LGBTQ Community

By Barb Powell | May 7, 2018

For United Church Homes, its recent Platinum Certification in SAGECare — a cultural competency training program for organizations serving older adults — is all part of its larger vision and mission of creating abundant life in community. In 2012, the UCH Board of Directors voted to become Open and Affirming, a designation within the United…

CHHSM Annual Gathering a Success in Attendance, Programming

By CHHSM Staff | May 1, 2018

As those who attended the 2018 CHHSM Annual Gathering already know, this year’s event was a resounding success, filled with meaningful worship experiences, inspiring speakers, and motivational workshops. But now, CHHSM has the data to prove it! Thanks to a record-breaking number of attendees — which averaged 125/day — plus the generous sponsorship of CHHSM…

Despite Obstacles, UCC’s Retirement Housing Foundation Makes Green Affordable Housing a Priority

By Barb Powell | May 1, 2018

The United Church of Christ’s Retirement Housing Foundation, based in Long Beach, Calif., takes seriously its dual commitments to affordable housing and being good stewards of creation. Its Sonata at Riverpark is just one example of RHF’s ministry at work. Opened in 2016, Sonata at Riverpark is a 52-unit, tax credit community for low-income families…

Murner Named Executive Director of United Church of Christ’s Uplands Village

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | April 30, 2018

United Church Homes Management (UCHM) and the Board of Directors of Uplands Village are pleased to announce Herschel Murner has been selected as the new executive director of Uplands Village. Murner brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Uplands Village after having previously served in the information technology department and as chief operating officer.…

United Church Homes Acquires Ohio Affordable Senior Housing Communities

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | April 30, 2018

United Church Homes recently reached an agreement to acquire a six-building, 40-unit affordable senior housing community and a five-building, 60-unit senior housing community from National Church Residences. The closing date for the communities was April 26. The final price for Gateway Commons, Columbus, Mississippi, and Boardtown Village, Starkville, Mississippi, is undisclosed, per an agreement between…

United Church of Christ’s Deaconess Foundation Brings Summer Freedom Schools to St. Louis

By Barb Powell | April 27, 2018

The Child Advocacy Movement of the Children’s Defense Fund has taken root across the United States. And, thanks to the United Church of Christ’s Deaconess Foundation, that movement is helping St. Louis-area children close achievement gaps through a seven-week CDF program inspired by the Freedom Schools of the Civil Rights Movement. The Rev. Starsky Wilson,…

UCC’s Phoebe Ministries Names Stacey Prohaska Director of Institutional Advancement

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | April 17, 2018

Phoebe Ministries announces the following change in staffing: Stacey L. Prohaska was appointed Director of Institutional Advancement at Phoebe Ministries. In this position, Prohaska will provide overall leadership for the institutional advancement program to ensure that Phoebe’s fundraising goals are achieved. Previously, Prohaska served as Director of Development and Community Relations at Circle of Seasons…

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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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