Janet Tollington continues to muse on the Book of Judges in today’s Daily Devotion.

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Would you like the chance to be part of something bigger? 🤔 Are you passionate about helping to shape the future of the URC?😃If so, we have a range of exciting volunteer opportunities waiting for you. Learn more about what’s on offet👉 see urc.org.uk/jobs

Members of the steering group of the World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) in Europe recently visited Wales as part of a solidarity and learning visit, meeting with church leaders, ecumenical partners, and politicians. To learn all about the visit, see https://ow.ly/gSj650YIWcU

Janet Tollington looks at Deborah and Jael in today’s Daily Devotion.

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Catriona Wheeler, Moderator of the URC General Assembly, has joined leaders from across the UK’s faith spectrum to urge MPs to remove a clause from the Crime and Policing Bill that could shut down lawful, conscience-led protest. See, https://ow.ly/I8qC50YIl0I

Janet Tollington muses on links with the stories in Judges and contemporary realities in today’s Daily Devotion.

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Local URCs are responding to a national call to become welcoming spaces for refugees and people seeking asylum. In an encouraging article, the churches explain the benefits of being part of the Welcome Churches network. To learn how you and your church can get involved, see https://ow.ly/e8lw50YIVkY

"Written in very coarse language, this is a bawdy tale that ridicules the Moabite Eglon, (whose name means ‘little calf’) as being fatted and ready for slaughter.” Janet Tollington leads us through an earthy tale in today’s Daily Devotion.

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Wessex Synod has welcomed a formal legal notice issued by Oxfordshire County Council which addresses the repeated installation of flags on or near highways without consent. See https://ow.ly/x91250YIhIo

"Big Questions from URC Youth that Challenge Us All". Prepare to be challenged and inspired at the next FaithTalk webinar. Scheduled for April 21, 6pm. Register with Eventbrite https://bit.ly/4sLkjSO

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Janet Tollington continues to lead us through Judges.

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Join us today as The Revd Andy Braunston delivers our Sunday Service

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Andy Braunston explores Psalm 120 in today’s Daily Devotion 

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How do we love our Far-Right neighbour? Register now for the Student Christian Movement's theology day in Leeds, 20 June. Open to SCM Members and those eligible for SCM Membership, as well as members of Project Bonhoeffer. https://bit.ly/SCMdogood

The Climb is a series of eight short documentaries from the Bible Society exploring The Beatitudes: www.youtube.com/playlist

Janet Tollington continues to steer us through Judges in today’s Daily Devotion

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The Moderator of the General Assembly of the URC has issued a statement following the recent bombing of Lebanon urc.org.uk/anger-and-deep-sorrow-ov... Photo by AFP via Getty Images

"The people turn to God with weeping; but God remains resolute.” Janet Tollington continues our exploration of Judges in today’s Daily Devotion.

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This May, join us in celebrating everyday acts of kindness, care and connection that are happening all the time as part of A Million Acts of Hope.
We want you to: 📸 Share a photo or short video of hope in action. ✨See https://ow.ly/Vteu50YGnSW
#MillionActsofHope

The Prophetic and the Flag - explore far-right extremism, Christian nationalism and the Church's response.
A webinar from the Racial Justice Advocacy Forum https://bit.ly/RJAF
On St George's Day - Thursday, 23 April, 7-8.30pm. Sign up at https://bit.ly/prophFLAG

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Janet Tollington shows, then as now, the history of the lands we call holy are contested in today’s Daily Devotion.

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Could God be calling you? Join our online Ministry Enquirers’ event and take time to explore what God might be asking of you. Together we’ll reflect on a range of possible callings.

📅 11 April | ⏰ 9.30am – 12.30pm | 💻 Online via Zoom

📩 Email for joining details: ministries@urc.org.uk

Wise Words 4 All: 2026 Children's and Youth Work Theme Wise Words 4 All is the United Reform Church's resource theme for 2026 - supporting churches engaging with all ages

Wise Words are here!
The 2026 Children, Youth & Intergenerational resource from the URC is now available. A copy has been sent to every URC church. Download at https://bit.ly/wisewordsTHEME or get more print copies from your CYDO or by emailing children.youth@urc.org.uk #wisewords4all

Relive a warm slice of summer with your host, Christine and get the lowdown on some of our venues and what (and who) you can expect to find there. Big love to our amazing venue partners @methodist.org.uk @pickwellfoundation.bsky.social @urc.org.uk @trusselluk.bsky.social

Janet Tollington starts a four week series on the Book of Judges in today’s Daily Devotion.

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"Big Questions from URC Youth that Challenge Us All". Prepare to be challenged and inspired at the next FaithTalk webinar. Scheduled for April 21, 6pm. Register with Eventbrite https://bit.ly/4sLkjSO

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News from around the URC: a couple celebrates their 70th wedding anniversary, a church gains a silver Eco Church Award, a minister marks 60 years since his ordination, a church celebrates 144 years serving its community and more! To catch up on the news, see https://ow.ly/IGoT50YCmmS

Ian Gow contemplates the Great Commission in today’s Daily Devotion.

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Interested in theological education? Try an Open Day at Luther King Theological College in Manchester on 28 April. It's free, open to anybody, and the perfect opportunity to explore Luther King's learning community and get a taste of studying theology.

Book your place at https://bit.ly/LK28april

Today is a good day for children! 450,000 will be lifted out of poverty thanks to the two child limit being scrapped. We're celebrating this win along with 17 other organisations including charities, campaigners, unions and faith groups with a national advert The Times!