Welcome to UCC Identity and Traditions - 6 Week Independent Study (2026)
Week 1: MARK - Nurturing UCC Identity - Part 1: Foundational Texts & the European Roots
Week 2: MARK - Engaging Sacred Stories and Traditions - Part 2: Diverse Tributaries to the Faith Traditions in the UCC
Week 3: More Sacred Stories and Traditions - Part 3: The Afro-Christian Tradition in the UCC
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Mid-Course Message - Pause for a Moment (Week 3–4)
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Part 3 - Video: The Afro Christian Convention as the Fifth Stream in the UCC (66:59)
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The Amistad Connection to the UCC
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The AMA and the Afro Christian Convention
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The Afro Christian Preservation Project
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Introduction to the Franklinton Center at Bricks with Dr. Toni Hawkins (2:45)
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Discussion Post: The Afro-Christian Tradition
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Week 3 Assignment
Week 4: MARKS - Participating in Theological Praxis: Theological Worlds in the UCC & Exhibiting a Spiritual Foundation
Week 5: MARK - Building Transformational Leadership Skills: Ministry, Ministerial Oversight & Authorization, and Discipline
Week 6: MARK - Strengthening Inter- and Intra-Personal Assets - Concepts Integration Paper
