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We are a mainline Protestant congregation that celebrates affiliation with two major progressive American denominations: the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the United Church of Christ.
Some Facts
United Christian Church has 300 members. Our Sunday worship attendance numbers about 200. We are a growing, vibrant faith community.
Open and Affirming Congregation
“We, the congregation of The United Christian Church, declare ourselves to be an open and affirming congregation, embracing diversity and affirming the dignity and worth of every person created in God's image. We welcome into full membership and participation in the Body of Christ persons of every race, ethnic background, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, social-economic background, marital status and faith background. We welcome all to share in the life, leadership, ministry, fellowship, worship, sacraments, responsibilities and blessings of participation in our congregation. (Open and Affirming Statement, adopted June 10, 2007)
Words to Give You a Flavor of Who We Are
“We are young, we are old, we are rich, we are poor, we are seekers,we are certain, we are progressive, we are traditional, we are natives of Austin, we are citizens of the world, we are pilgrims, we are shepherds, we are connected,we are connecting, we are the United Christian Church of Austin, Texas. (From the preamble to our church’s constitution)
"United Christian Church is a leading congregation for ecumenical and interreligious concerns in the community. The leadership offered by the congregation of UCC has fostered improved relationships among all. Their involvement in community service events has made a difference in the lives of neighbors, both around the block and around the world. Austin is a better community with their faithful witness." (The Director of an Austin-area non-profit organization)
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