Resolutions
The statements and convictions expressed through resolutions help define who we are as the United Church of Christ in the particular setting that adopts a resolution.
We are gathering resolutions passed by the historic Conferences here. More are being added as we research files. You can browse the resolutions or click on one of the topics or one of the historic Conferences to narrow the list:
Calling For The Conference to Become An Accessible to All Conference
Year: 2017
Conference:
Connecticut
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Invitation to Create a New Conference with Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Year: 2017
Conference:
Connecticut
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Resolution of Witness Condemning Violence Committed in the Name of Religion
Year: 2015
Conference:
Massachusetts
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To Reaffirm our Commitment to Inclusion of All Persons
Year: 2013
Conference:
Connecticut
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On Continuing Support of Women as Equal Partners in Church and Society
Year: 2012
Conference:
Connecticut
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Calling for Recognition of Sacred Time
Year: 2010
Conference:
Connecticut
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Resolution in Support of the Connecticut Commission for United Ministry in Higher Education
Year: 2006
Conference:
Connecticut
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Encouraging Civil Dialogue Regarding Opposing Views on Issues concerning Sexuality and Marriage
Year: 2004
Conference:
Connecticut
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On the Essential Role of the Professional Christian Educators and Youth Minister
Year: 2003
Conference:
Connecticut
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The Connecticut Conference, UCC, Our Churches and Their Relationships with the Boy Scouts of America
Year: 2002
Conference:
Connecticut
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Training for the Prevention of Sexual Misconduct in Churches
Year: 2000
Conference:
Connecticut
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Christians, Riches and Poverty in our Times
Year: 1999
Conference:
Connecticut
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On Anti-Semitism
Year: 1999
Conference:
Connecticut
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1999 International Year of Older Persons
Year: 1998
Conference:
Connecticut
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Advocacy of the Arts
Year: 1998
Conference:
Connecticut
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Hispanic Ministry Month
Year: 1998
Conference:
Connecticut
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Innovative and Constructive Christian Ministries for Youth as Alternatives to Gang Membership
Year: 1995
Conference:
Connecticut
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In Support of Prayer and Fasting for God's Direction in the Connecticut Conference
Year: 1994
Conference:
Connecticut
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The Connecticut Conference Endorsing Regional Community Building
Year: 1994
Conference:
Connecticut
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Training for Those in Authorized Ministries in the Nature and Consequences of Clergy Sexual Misconduct
Year: 1994
Conference:
Connecticut
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Freedom from Conflicting Secular Activities on the Sabbath
Year: 1993
Conference:
Connecticut
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For a Study of Regionalism
Year: 1992
Conference:
Connecticut
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Ecumenical Decade 1988-98 Churches in Solidarity with Women
Year: 1991
Conference:
Connecticut
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In Support of the Participation of Children at the Lord's Supper
Year: 1991
Conference:
Connecticut
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Affirming and Reclaiming our Biblical Heritage for Evangelism, Justice, and Peace
Year: 1989
Conference:
Connecticut
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Affirming Persons with Physical and Developmental Challenges as Full Partners in Ministry
Year: 1989
Conference:
Connecticut
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To Declare Ourselves Open and Affirming
Year: 1989
Conference:
Connecticut
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Spiritual Renewal for Clergy, Church Educators, and Lay Leaders
Year: 1988
Conference:
Connecticut
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Liberation Theology
Year: 1987
Conference:
Connecticut
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Encouraging Unity within the United Church of Christ
Year: 1986
Conference:
Connecticut
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On Evangelism and Justice and Peace
Year: 1986
Conference:
Connecticut
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Ministry of the Whole Church
Year: 1985
Conference:
Connecticut
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Christian Concern for Animals
Year: 1984
Conference:
Connecticut
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Creative Ministries to the Elderly
Year: 1984
Conference:
Connecticut
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Criminal Justice Sunday
Year: 1984
Conference:
Connecticut
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Christian Education for Persons with Disabilities
Year: 1982
Conference:
Connecticut
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Destructive Religious Cults
Year: 1982
Conference:
Connecticut
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Socially Responsible Investment Policy
Year: 1982
Conference:
Connecticut
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Christian Education
Year: 1980
Conference:
Connecticut
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The Healing Ministry of the Church
Year: 1980
Conference:
Connecticut
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Church Growth
Year: 1979
Conference:
Connecticut
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Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974
Year: 1979
Conference:
Connecticut
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Concerning Seminary Students and Ordinands
Year: 1978
Conference:
Connecticut
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Toward a Christian Death Style
Year: 1978
Conference:
Connecticut
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Growth of Human Concern Committees in Local Churches
Year: 1976
Conference:
Connecticut
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He Who Transplants Sustains
Year: 1976
Conference:
Connecticut
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Sunday Blue Laws
Year: 1976
Conference:
Connecticut
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Continuing Education for Clergy
Year: 1975
Conference:
Connecticut
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Support of Theological Seminaries
Year: 1975
Conference:
Connecticut
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Expressing the Joy of Our Faith
Year: 1974
Conference:
Connecticut
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Local Church Redefining Mission
Year: 1974
Conference:
Connecticut
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Ordained Women Preaching Sunday
Year: 1974
Conference:
Connecticut
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The Renting or Selling of Church Mailing Lists
Year: 1974
Conference:
Connecticut
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Urban Ministry
Year: 1973
Conference:
Connecticut
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A Lifestyle of Responsible Stewardship
Year: 1972
Conference:
Connecticut
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Conference Center Capital Fund Drive
Year: 1972
Conference:
Connecticut
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Key '73
Year: 1972
Conference:
Connecticut
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Consultation on Church Union
Year: 1971
Conference:
Connecticut
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Status of Women in Church and Society
Year: 1971
Conference:
Connecticut
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Youth Representation
Year: 1971
Conference:
Connecticut
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Church Responsibility for Economic Development
Year: 1970
Conference:
Connecticut
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