The Damascus Project theological education ministry has an opening for a part-time registrar following the resignation of the Rev. Uriah Williams, who is leaving to become the full-time executive director of the Shawano Area United Way. The registrar is a half-time employee and works remotely, providing learner support and database, technology, and communications support, with the possibility of occasional travel within Wisconsin and Minnesota. Uriah previously served United Way in a half-time role. At the Damascus Project, he designed the Living Faith online confirmation program, and he’ll continue as the instructor for Living Faith for the time being.

See the Damascus Project job post.

Are you a member, lay leader or pastor of a church that’s on the smallish side, one with typical worship attendance of 30 or fewer? Check out the Small Church Working Group, which provides a forum for discussion of the unique challenges and rewards of small-church ministries. The next meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m. today on Zoom, and the discussion will center on worship resources. The group meets virtually on the third Monday evening of each month.



Register for tonight’s meeting.

The Advent and Christmas seasons present a special challenge to individuals who are grieving or lonely. If that describes you, consider attending a Blue Christmas service designed for those who don’t have the heart for holiday cheer. The Conference Older Adult Ministries Team will offer a virtual Blue Christmas service at 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 22. We’ve been alerted to other services to be offered by Emanuel UCC in Hales Corners at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 16;  at Bethlehem UCC in Kiel at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18; and at St. John UCC in New Holstein at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22.

Register for the virtual service.

Amid the busyness of the holiday season, don’t forget to register for next month’s Winter Soulstice Retreat for high schoolers and college-age young adults. This popular faith formation experience, to take place Jan. 16-18 at Daycholah Center, allows participants to explore who they are, where they are on their faith journey, and how to live their faith. It’s also a chance to disconnect and be inspired by worship and music led by Andra Moran. Registration deadline is Dec. 31. But why wait? Space is limited, so sign up today.



Register for the Winter Soulstice Retreat.

The end of 2025 is a little more than two weeks away, which means it’s time to submit to the Conference year-end gifts including OCWM Wisconsin Impact, formerly known as Basic Support, special mission offerings, and association dues. The deadlines:



• Individual year-end gifts. Contributions are deductible in the year made. Checks must be made out with a 2025 date and be postmarked by Dec. 31 for credit in 2025.
• Churches’ year-end gifts. These must arrive no later than Jan. 9. Please mark your gift as intended for 2025 by including a 2025 remittance form or by clearly identifying what you are remitting for 2025. Access the remittance form. 



Please send payments to Wisconsin Conference UCC, W1000 Spring Grove Road, Ripon, WI 54971.

The Wisconsin Conference has begun the search for the next Associate Conference Minister to serve the Northwest Region. Details and the job listing can be found on the UCC Ministry Opportunities website. . . . The UCC’s ministerial support team will offer boundary training specifically for ministers serving in specialized settings from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 26. Register today. . . . Do you wish your congregation were better at getting the word out about the good work you do in your community? If so, sign up for Media Training for Church Leaders, a five-session course starting Feb. 3 to help church leaders develop the skills needed to share the church’s message.

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