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Peggy Bendroth suggests that the culture of Congregationalism continues to permeate the American way of life, but over time, Congregationalist has lost an understanding of their roots. Bendroth says we have to understand our DNA - - "Who you were is how you are." In other words, it's important [...]
The Rev. Dr. John Tamilio III of the Congregational Church of Canton, MA, argues that our rich history is about much more than the way we govern ourselves. He suggests that our passion for outreach and ministry must also be proclaimed when we tell people who we are and [...]
The Center for Congregational Leadership About the Center for Congregational Leadership The Center for Congregational Leadership is a ministry of the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches. The Center is committed to providing educational opportunities for church leaders to equip them to meet the distinct [...]
The Congregational Foundation for Theological Studies The Congregational Foundation for Theological Studies Our Purpose To support seminarians in their educational quest for leadership in churches and ministries of the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches. Graduates of the Congregational Foundation for Theological [...]
The Congregationalist The Congregationalist Campaign is underway to secure the long-term future of the magazine you know and trust. This effort aims to strengthen the magazine’s endowment so The Congregationalist can continue offering thoughtful, faith-filled content that reflects Congregational Christian voices and values. Your support [...]
About Congregationalism Understanding the Congregational Way Congregational churches are sometimes known as the “Church of the Pilgrims” after the small congregations of the early 1600s. The people of these congregations moved from England to the New World in pursuit of religious freedom. From them, we [...]
We value our NACCC member church ministers and are grateful for the opportunity to recognize them. We are thankful to our donors for their generous financial support. Each award and its corresponding fund is unique and may require that you complete and return an application to the NACCC office. [...]
A Conversation with Editors of The CongregationalistRecorded March 9, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. CT Since 1849, The Congregationalist has offered a steady, faith-centered voice - educating, inspiring, and connecting Congregational Christians across distances and generations. But what does it mean to steward such a publication? What stories are chosen, [...]
We need your help to make the 2026 NACCC Annual Meeting and Conference Intergenerational Mission Project a success! This year, we will be filling hundreds of ditty bags for Seafarer's Friend. Seafarer's Friend is one of the oldest missions of the Congregational Way. Nearly 200 years ago, Seafarer's Friend [...]
We need your help to make the 2026 NACCC Annual Meeting and Conference Intergenerational Mission Project a success! This year, we will be filling hundreds of ditty bags for Seafarers' Friend, one of the oldest missions of the Congregational Way. For centuries, sailors have kept small cloth bags known as ditty bags [...]
February 1, 2024 Recent Calls & Ordinations Order Lent Devotionals Update Your Church Info Form Rush Award Nominations Mission Partner Updates The Congregationalist Come and See Jodee Lord, Moderator Where will you be from June 21st to June 24th? We are hoping you’ll be at the NACCC Annual Meeting [...]
January 15, 2025 Recent Calls & Ordinations Order Lent Devotionals Update Your Church Info Form Rush Award Nominations Mission Partner Spotlight The Congregationalist Thoughts: A Simple Invitation to Follow Him Rev. Dr. Barry W. Szymanski, Interim Executive Director I clearly remember the specific evening when my Spiritual Director bluntly [...]