July Calendar

Health Update from Our Moderator, July 2026

In case you missed it, our Moderator, Rev. Elder Cecilia Eggleston, recently shared a personal health update and is gently asking our community for support and prayers.

Watch her video message via the link (below). Subtitles and AI audio dubbing are available in various languages.

Invest in Future MCC Leaders REVM 2026

Our goal is to raise $25,000 (USD) to make these programs possible. Thanks to generous donors, the first $12,500 has already been committed as a matching gift. That means every dollar you give will be matched—doubling your impact—until we reach the remaining $12,500.

Join the MCC Special General Conference 2026 Technology Team

Are you passionate about technology and looking for a meaningful way to serve?

We are putting together the Technology Team for our upcoming Special General Conference this October, and we would love for you to join us! We are looking for a few dedicated individuals to help collaborate, plan, and run the tech that makes this event possible.

If you'd like to contribute your skills to this conference, please reach out to Mike Haase at [MikeHaase@MCCchurch.net].

European LEAD Applications are Now Open!

Are you passionate about the future of MCC in Europe? Do you feel called to grow as a leader, explore your gifts, and connect with others across the region?

European LEAD (Laity Empowered for Active Discipleship) is a leadership development journey for lay and emerging leaders throughout Europe. Participants will begin with an in-person retreat during the MCC Europe Network Gathering in Vienna before continuing their journey through mentoring, online workshops, learning opportunities, and a supportive community of leaders.

Applications are open through 31st July 2026.

Program Fee: €150 - Limited bursaries are available.

Book of 366 Daily Queer Prayer

We are forming a book that contains a daily prayer for all 366 days of the year. Help us achieve this goal by submitting your prayer composition.

REVM 2026 (Readiness for Entering Vocational Ministry)

REVM is the official denominational in-take program for MCC designed to help individuals discern and/or further their call to ordained ministry in MCC. REVM is the gateway program to explore preparation for Professional Spiritual Leadership in MCC.

Schedule: 27th to 30th August, at Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center Nelson Lodge, Bangor, PA, USA

Registration Fee: US$475.
Registration Deadline: 24th July.

Kinky: BDSM and More

A series of open, engaging virtual conversations exploring the diverse world of kink, BDSM, power dynamics, intimacy, pleasure, communication, consent, and its connection with spirituality and christianity, as well.

Schedule: 24th July.

PLH Kinship Group

Next Schedule: 25th July (see local time via link below).

Stronger Together: Being MCC in Politically Perilous Times in the USA

Next Schedule: 25th July (see local time via the registration link).

Gathering for MCC Trans & Nonbinary People of Faith

Next Schedule: 27th July (see local time via link below).

PAD:TNG

Next Schedule: 8th August (see local time via link below).

MCC Florida Network Gathering 2026: Registration is Now Open

We are excited to share that registration is now open for the MCC Florida Network Gathering with the theme: "Rejoice. Resist. Renew."

Rejoicing in being together, esisting oppression, and renewing our spirits.. We’d love for you and others in your network to join us for this meaningful event.

Schedule: 24th to 26th September

New Ancestors: Racial Justice Leadership Training

New Ancestors is a twelve-week coaching community for white and white-presenting people who want to deepen their anti-racism practice alongside others.

This isn't a lecture series or a book club. It's a space to wrestle with difficult questions, practice courageous conversations, learn from one another, and build the resilience needed to stay in this work for the long haul.

Schedule: next 12-week cohort begins on 23rd September.

TFAM Leadership Conference 2026

TFAM's upcoming gathering aims to not only discuss the times, but to practice what justice requires. If you are shaping congregations, movements, or institutions, your voice belongs in this room.

Schedule: 22nd to 25th July, at Sonesta Hotel, Charlotte, NC.

Queer Clergy Sermon Support Group

Each week, we gather to discuss the upcoming Sunday’s lectionary text, share resources, and support one another in our ministry. This group is organized by Rev. Colleen Darraugh.

Schedule: weekly, every Wednesday. (See your local time via the registration link).

Job Openings in MCC

MCC Portland in OR, USA seeks a part-time pastor serving approximately 80 hours per month.

National LGBTQ Task Force (USA): Empower Hour

Join the National LGBTQ Task Force (USA) for this monthly gathering to listen to how faith-rooted organizers and communities are moved by their traditions to do the work of LGBTQ equity in their communities.

Schedule: once a month, until August.

MIRA - Bystander Know Your Rights

MIRA (Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy Coalition) provides this comprehensive resource outlining the legal rights of bystanders during ICE or police encounters.

Immigration Resources and What to Do if ICE Shows Up at Your Church

Doing Justice with those whose immigration status may be questioned - check out this resource which provides information, guidelines, and FAQs.

The Sanctified Rebels

The Sanctified Rebels is a collective of progressive deacons who dare to lead with love, disrupt injustice and reimagine ministry for a new era.

Email: [velmagarcia@mccchurch.net]

MCC Disaster Relief Fund

The MCC Disaster Relief Fund is an appeal that aims to support MCC churches, should these challenges arise.