About Us
We are a faith community of 73 United Church of Christ congregations in Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming who support and nurture one another in local and wider ministry and mission. The United Church of Christ is an open and welcoming denomination of 5,000 churches and nearly 900,000 members that proclaims the Gospel of Jesus Christ, celebrates diversity, honors the gifts of all people, and seeks justice and peace for everyone.
News
Announcing the NEW Associate Conference Minister!
Drum roll, please….. The Rocky Mountain Conference is thrilled to announce the newest addition to our staff: Rev. Dr. Anthony Scott will…
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Plymouth Congregational, Ft Collins, Presents: Walking Forward: the Practice of Pilgrimage
May 16, 2021 at Plymouth Congregational UCC You are invited to join Plymouth UCC as Rev. Wesley Granberg-Michaelson leads us in a thoughtful…
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The Work of Justice: Job Creation and Climate Action Webinar
To emerge from the pandemic, an economic recovery that prioritizes jobs and justice is desperately needed. Now is a…
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Radical Belonging: A Mental Health Sunday Resource for All
What is Mental Health Sunday? We see Mental Health Sunday as a way for your congregation to begin or…
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Facing Workplace Burnout Thursday, May 20, 4-5:00 pm Have you been feeling your optimism waning lately? Are you having…
May 21, 2021 1:00 PM MT Register in advance for this meeting The Rocky Mountain Conference and the Insurance Board…
Conflict in Congregations workshop from Lombard Mennonite Peace Center, May 22 During February, March and April we hosted the…
How are We Different?
The United Church of Christ is a progressive Christian denomination proud to have embraced so many “first” throughout our history as Evangelical, Reformed, and Congregational Christian Churches.
- 1785 | First African American pastor, Lemuel Haynes, ordained.
- 1853 | First female pastor, Antoinette Brown, ordained.
- 1972 | First openly gay minister, William R. Johnson, ordained.
- 1976 | First African American leader, Joseph H. Evans, elected.
- 2005 | Marriage equality affirmed as UCC value.
Our Impact
We empower our congregations to build new partnerships and ministries within their communities.
The Rocky Mountain Conference:
- Supports 73 churches in the Rocky Mountain region
- Connects over 10,200 UCC congregants
- Unites churches in Colorado, Wyoming, and Utah
- Engages over 500 youth in Outdoor Ministry each year
