So Long and Farewell by Rev. Dr. Michael Chittum, Executive Director This marks my last column here. Generally, I draw attention to new things that are happening within the life of the NACCC, but now it seems appropriate for me [...]
We Are Grateful! by Rev. Dr. Cindy Bacon Hammer, Moderator and Rev. Art Ritter, Vice Moderator It is an exciting time for the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches! Our new website has launched, we have a new Executive Director starting June 1st, [...]
Transitions - by Rev. Dr. Michael Chittum, Executive Director Over the past several years, the NACCC has been marked by transitions. Let me remind you of some of them. Following the work of the Strategic Planning team, the Ministry [...]
Almost Ready to Launch! by Rev. Dr. Cindy Bacon Hammer, Moderator After much conversation, survey analysis, securing of funds, dedicated time, and professional guidance and design I am delighted to announce that the NACCC new and improved website is [...]
There Is A Lot Going On In The NACCC Right Now! by Rev. Dr. Michael Chittum, Executive Director Make certain to consult the website of the NACCC to keep informed about events that may be of interest to you and your [...]
Video Greetings Available! by Rev. Dr. Cindy Bacon Hammer, Moderator Last month, I received a call from the First Congregational Church of Burlington, Iowa, asking if I would be willing to record a short video for their Annual Meeting. [...]
Ash Wednesday and the NACCC Lent Devotional Rev. Dr. Michael Chittum, Executive Director Ash Wednesday is just two days from now. If you have not made all of your preparations for your congregation for the observance of a Holy [...]
Workshops Are Back! Rev. Dr. Cindy Bacon Hammer, Moderator Did you miss having workshops at the 2020 virtual Annual Meeting and Conference? So did I! Since we have had ample time for advanced planning of this year’s meeting, we [...]
Trauma-Informed Ministry Webinar Rev. Dr. Michael Chittum, Executive Director There is still time to register for the free webinar “Trauma-Informed Ministry” presented by the Center for Congregational Leadership on January 27, 2021 from Noon – 2 pm CST. In [...]
NACCC Virtual Prayer Circle Rev. Dr. Cindy Bacon Hammer, Moderator With a new year come many hopes of how we will live our lives. One way we can add a life-giving habit to 2021 is to join the weekly [...]