The United Church of Christ is the union of four historic Congregational churches. It seeks to make Christ central in Word and sacrament, and is committed to a participatory worship, the use of inclusive language, and fostering a prophetic ministry. The 1986 Book of Worship reflects a strong influence from the liturgical and inclusive movement. Some local churches have been influenced by charismatic worship as well.
Worship in a "united and a uniting church" properly reflects the rich...
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