Clergy Compensation Guidelines posted
Clergy compensation guidelines have now been posted. These guidelines apply to all people serving in authorized ministries of the church, including full- and part-time solo, senior, associate and assistant pastors, settled and interim, as well as licensed and commissioned ministers.
They were approved by the 216th Annual Meeting in June
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The Parish Paper: How to Enhance the Ministry of Associate Pastors
 What do Associate Pastors do? What are our expectations? Can Associate Ministry have negative side effects? How necessary is congregational support? Do Associate Pastors find satisfaction in their ministry?
The August issue of The Parish Paper takes on these questions: read it here. |
The Rev. Ms. Jan Gregory-Charpentier called to First Congregational Church, Westbrook, CT as Senior Pastor
Effective: Aug. 1, 2015
The Rev. Dr. John Nichols leaving as Interim Pastor, The First Parish in Lincoln
Effective: Aug. 1, 2015
Transitions
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Registration now open!
Super Saturday
Sat., Oct. 17, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Keefe Regional Technical High School, Framingham
 A full day of workshops, forums, networking, a marketplace and worship featuring Dr. Marcia McFee, an author, worship designer, professor, preacher and artist.
Sponsored by the Massachusetts and Rhode Island Conferences - all are welcome! Discounts available for group registrations of five or more - start recruiting your church's team today!
Register now!
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Upcoming Events
Immigration and Politics: Dilemmas and Solutions
Thurs., Aug. 6, 7 - 9 PM Charlemont Federated Church Speakers: David Martin, Distinguished Professor of International Law at the University of Virginia, will examine current political and ethical controversies relating to immigration. Alex Morse will reflect on his experience as mayor of Holyoke, a city with a significant immigrant population. Marise Lyra, (Brazil/Amherst), teacher of English language learners at the Center for New Americans in Northampton, will share her immigration story.
National Church Leadership Institute Aug. 10 - 13, 2015 Andover Newton Theological School, Newton Join the leading practitioners and thinkers in progressive church at this year's National Church Leadership Institute where conversations will focus on five trendlines: DIY, crowdsourcing, the local food movement, the cloud and the sharing economy. Full scholarship for clergy, and one day scholarship for lay people, now avaiilable. 
Sat., Aug. 15
Union Church in Waban, 10 AM - Noon
Edwards Church, Northampton, 2:30 - 4:30 PM
 Crossroads is designed for congregations that find themselves at a crossroads and want to intentionally discern their path forward. The program asks congregations to consider entering into an intentional season of assessment, discernment, bold decision-making and implementation. Find out more at this free session.
Wed., Sept. 16, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Wilson Chapel Lobby, Andover Newton Theological School, Newton
An opportunity for new and returning seminarians to meet with Conference staff and learn about the UCC discernment process.
Community of Practice for Christian Educators and Youth Leaders
Sat., Sept. 19, 10 AM - 2 PM
Edwards House Meeting Center, Framingham
An opportunity to network and share experiences with your MACUCC colleagues. There is no fee but advance registration is required.
Sept. 24 - 26, 2015
Hartford/Windsor Airport Marriott Hotel, Windsor, CT
 This conference is a sign of the movement in our UCC to address concerns and issues around disabilities, mental health challenges, and cognitive/developmental disabilities. The conference features workshops, breakouts, networking, vespers, exhibitors and more. Christian Education BasicsSat., Sept. 26, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PMEdwards Church, NorthamptonOne of the required courses for Christian Education certification.
Wed., Oct. 14, 1:00 PM
Massachusetts State House, Boston
Jobs Not Jails has announced a hearing date when the Joint Committee of the Judiciary will hear the entire omnibus bill ending provisions on jobs, collateral sanctions at the RMV, reducing some low-level felonies to misdemeanors to divert people from incarceration, and compassionate release. Jobs Not Jails will host a rally at 11:00 AM.
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