Associations
Associations Associations are our denomination’s ordaining body IKC Associations Associations include a Committee on Ministry (COM). The COMs are the ordaining bodies of the United Church of Christ, responsible for supporting, encouraging, and evaluating our authorized ministers. To learn more about COMs, see our Leadership Formation and Discernment page and visit our National Setting to see the Manual on Ministry, which outlines the work of COMs and the process for authorization for ministry within the UCC. To see our Associations and Churches and the Committees on Ministry, use the links below. Our Associations and Churches Our Committees on Ministry and…
Horizon Ministry: Legacy Resources
…through the closure process. Closure is not the end. The ministry of the church continues in different forms as the church lives, through yet again, another transformation/reformation at the present time. You are invited to reflect on these two questions as you move forward: what is the legacy your church will leave and what kind of ministry will continue after your church’s closure? Below you will find a link to a Worksheet on Congregational Vitality. Complete the worksheet with your governing body and contact the Associate Conference Minister at m.ouellette@ikcucc.org for options, resources and to be connected with a Legacy Coach. Worksheet on Congregational Vitality…
Women's Board
…her faith and trust in God never falters. We are blessed to be a part of this powerful ministry. You can continue to contribute and support this project by donating to the IKC conference here with the note “For Rev. Sarah Maigari.” About The Women’s Board brings the proverbial “woman of noble character” to life for the twenty-first century. We all look forward to a day when a separate women’s ministry is no longer necessary, but until then, the Women’s Board assists local groups in providing hospitality, nurturing, and empowerment. We work to promote four areas of interest throughout the…
General Resources
General Resources Here are resources for all to help with the extended work of congregations and clergy. Resources for the Work of Congregations Clergy Compensation and Benefits Quick Links IKC Clergy Compensation Guidelines 2024 UCC Pension Boards (Pension and Healthcare info) 2022 IRS Milage Reimbursement Lombard Mennonite Peace Center The Lombard Mennonite Peace Center seeks to proclaim Christ’s good news, the gospel of peace and justice, and to be active in the sacred ministry of reconciliation, wherever and whenever we can. Visit the LMPC website MissionInsite Church Growth Data Learn more about PeopleView system applications. Download MissionInsite Information MissionInsite Signup…
Partners
…Church World Service Visit the Church World Service website Merom Camp & Retreat Center This Southern Indiana Christian camp was once part of the IKC and now we are proud to be a supporter and partner with them. Visit the Merom website Church Campaign Services Church Campaign Services provide stewardship and generosity resources for congregations. Visit the Church Campaign Services website Insurance Board The Insurance Board serves the UCC and other denominations to support and protect churches and church ministries by offering superior Property and Casualty Risk and Insurance Management Services. Visit the Insurance Board website UCC Pension Board This…
Employee and Volunteer Pandemic Safety Plan
Employee and Volunteer Pandemic Safety Plan Find documents and policies related to Conference employee and volunteer safety as well as current Covid-19 resources.Find documents and policies related to Conference employee and volunteer safety as well as current Covid-19 resources. Employee and Volunteer Pandemic Safety Plan Covid Safety Plan The IKC Board has regularly updated it’s Covid-19 protocols for staff and volunteers. This most recent version was approved by the Board in October of 2021. Click to read the safety plan…
Staff
…and podcaster. Born and raised in Iowa, she now serves as the Digital Minister for the IKC and Heartland Conferences. Throughout her time at Christian Theological Seminary, she worked as a Teaching Assistant while studying for her MDiv and MTS degrees (December, 2021). During her time at seminary, she also served as the Secretary of the International Thomas Merton Society and continues to serve on the board of Enfleshed. She is the cohost of the Encountering Silence podcast and the creator of the Contemplating Now and Queering Contemplation podcasts. Her films include In Pursuit of Silence and Day of a…
Leadership
The IKC Board of Directors Meet our Board of Directors Officers The Board Chairperson and Vice Chairperson are elected from the At-Large Board members at the first meeting of the Board of Directors. Moderator – Beth Walker (NE Lay) Secretary – John P. Gardner (NE Clergy) Treasurer – Rev. Izzy Harbin (Clergy – Northwest) At-Large Board Members Chad Abbott (SE Clergy) Bruce Andres (NE Lay) Kimberly Armstrong (ETS Lay) Samuel Buehrer (ETS Clergy) Georgia Chambers (ETS Clergy) Kathi Elliott (WV Clergy) Jamesetta Ferguson (KYA Clergy) Kent Gilbert (KYA Clergy) Izzy Harbin (NW Clergy) John Jackson Sr. (NW Clergy) Jill Olinger…
Leadership Formation and Discernment
…ministry in the UCC. MIDs find their path through this process in many ways. Some go to seminary, some take an alternate path under the direction of their COMs and mentors within the Association. IKC MIDs can join one another in support and community on our MIDnet Facebook page. Email the Rev. Dr. Monica J. Ouellette to be invited into this private group. The MIDnet also meets regularly by Zoom for conversation and support. MIDs and COMs use the Manual on Ministry, created by the UCC National Setting, to guide their work and discernment. View the UCC Manual on Ministry…
Giving
Support Our Conference Thank you for your generous gift to the Indiana-Kentucky Conference of the United Church of Christ. Your gifts support our work to come alongside congregations and clergy. Give Now Or mail your donation to: 1100 West 42nd Street, Suite 155 Indianapolis, IN 46208 Read our Annual Support Fund Letter, 2022 How We Use Your Gifts Your gifts to the Conference support our work to come alongside congregations and clergy. This includes things like clergy and lay training opportunities, boundary training, search and call support for churches seeking a new pastor, clergy communities of practice, mental health education…