Vocation has not always been equally available to all. For much of U.S. history, systemic racism dictated who could work, how they were treated, and whether their dignity was honored.
One powerful story comes from the Pullman Porters — Black men who worked on luxury railroad sleeping cars in the late 1800s and early 1900s.

Did you know that Pastor Chris has a Substack page where he shares thoughtful reflections, essays, and insights beyond the Sunday pulpit? This online space is another way to stay connected with his ministry throughout the week, to deepen your faith, and to join in conversation with others who are following along.

At Holy Covenant, we believe access to ideas matters. Our Banned Book Library is a small, growing collection you can borrow from on Sundays — a practical way to stand for curiosity, compassion, and the freedom to read. Stop by the display, pick up a title, and join the conversation.

Vocation is more than a job title or career path. It is the way we embody our God-given purpose in every corner of our lives—including the digital world. The feeds we scroll, the posts we like, and the words we share shape how our vocation is lived out before others. When we approach our digital presence with intention, even a quick scroll can become an act of faithfulness.

At Holy Covenant, vocation is not simply what we do for a living — it is how we live out God’s call to embody love, justice, and faith in daily life.
In our Year of Wellness theme, Live with Purpose, we are reminded that true vocation aligns us with God’s abundance and draws us into solidarity with those who are most vulnerable.

Each fall, we pause to reflect on God’s abundance and how our gifts sustain Holy Covenant UCC’s worship, ministries, justice work, and community care. This year’s Stewardship Campaign invites each of us to make a prayerful pledge for 2026, affirming our shared call to love boldly, act justly, and serve faithfully.

In recent weeks, our nation has been shaken again — by gunshots in quiet streets, by hatred masquerading as speech, by the violent fractures of political division that refuse to be silenced. Click the “Read More” button to view “A Lament for Peace” as delivered by Pastor Chris during the 9/14/2025 worship service.

At Holy Covenant, vocation isn’t just a job title—it’s the steady pulse of calling, gifts, and service that shapes how we show up for God and for one another. This month, as we lean into Live with Purpose, we’re lifting up voices in our community whose daily work and ministry witness to love, excellence, and welcome.

At Holy Covenant UCC, we believe that God’s love surrounds us in every part of our journey—including times when our health brings challenges. Many in our community live with chronic illnesses or conditions, and we want to create a safe and supportive space for sharing, encouragement, and connection.