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Pastoral Care Package

The Fourth of July Sunday is always a tricky pastoral challenge—and this year, with the United States marking its 250th anniversary, the stakes feel higher than ever.

We've developed a collection of free resources for pastors and church leaders navigating this particular moment. Enter your name and email below to download the resources.

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    "The struggle of how to faithfully meet this moment is shared by your colleagues. You may be worried that saying anything at all will inspire someone to skewer your ministry with the same flag pole they insist belongs in the sanctuary. Many of us are exhausted from years of working to either keep those in our care from confusing partisan politics with Christian identity or to make sure that they hold fast in their defense of democracy and freedom of conscience. Whatever scenario best describes you, know that you are not alone."

    Rev. Dr. Lori Walke
    ​    Senior Minister, Mayflower Congregational UCC Church

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    WHAT YOU GET:

    • Pastoral letter encouraging pastors
    • Pastoral letter encouraging children & family ministry leaders
    • Pastoral letter encouraging youth leaders
    • Lectionary reflections on the RCL Year A scripture passages for July 5, 2026
    • Liturgy elements: Call to Worship, Prayer of Confession, Assurance of Pardon, Prayers of the People, and Charge & Benediction
    • Hymn recommendations & worship considerations
    • Youth activity (a sharing circle)
    • Children’s worship bulletin
    • Children’s moment with full-color illustration and coloring page
    • Curated resource collection of links, articles, and videos
    • Shareable social media graphics

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