At First Congregational Church our vision is a just, compassionate, and peaceful world that honors all of God’s creation.
The Social Justice and Witness Committee initiates and coordinates actions that further First Congregational Church’s vision of a just, compassionate, and peaceful world that honors all of God’s creation. The committee and its working groups focus on supporting those who are experiencing hunger or who are unhoused or at risk of losing housing. We work to support immigrants and asylum seekers as well as support global missions. We work to support at risk children and youth, and those who face discrimination and racism. We seek to educate our church and our community about mental health needs and to create a safe environment for all. Finally, we work to address the climate crisis through education and advocacy. All are invited to join the work of the larger committee or the working groups that focus on a specific need.
Working groups include:
- The Green Team
- Open and Affirming Team
- Mental Health Team
- Indigenous Peoples Working group
- Refugee and Asylum support
- Global Mission
Current Social Justice Events, Programs and Volunteer Opportunities
FCC’s Social Justice and Witness Committee publishes a list each week of social justice events, programs and volunteer opportunities that may be of interest to our faith community. For the most current information, sign up to receive this list through the daily FCC email by contacting the church office at 541-345-8741. (The social justice list will return in September 2026).
Join the Committee
The Justice and Witness committee meets monthly, and we welcome new members. There is much to be done and if you are able, join us by using the Contact Us link at the top of the page.
Join the UCC Justice and Peace Action Network!
The Justice and Peace Action Network (JPANet) is the arm through Justice and Witness Ministries of the United Church of Christ, and it is our denomination’s grassroots advocacy network composed of individual members and local UCC congregations across the country. The JPANet both educates and engages its members in shaping public policy in keeping with God’s vision of a just and loving society.
Sign up today, go to Join the Network (then scroll down to find the sign-up form).
Sign up for the UCC Environmental Justice blog – The Pollinator
Get regular updates about environmental issues, keep track of what others in the UCC are doing, and find ways you can be involved.
https://www.ucc.org/category/column/the-pollinator-ucc-environmental-justice-blog/
