“In my search for a spiritual home, finding a church with an equal commitment to internal growth and external activism was critical to me. That's why I decided to give UPUCC a try, and it's why I've stayed. The openness, acceptance, and action fostered here embody the message of Christ.”
-SARAH ROBERTS-WITT

“Coming to Umstead Park UCC we are finally free to be who we are and know that we are loved by God and God’s people. The celebration of diversity in our faith community has renewed our joy and strengthened our faith.”
-DOUG JONES & SANDY CEPPOS

“UPUCC is important to us because we know our children are learning and receiving messages of love, respect and acceptance.”
-MARK & LISA STEVENS

“We have been members from the first days and it has been fascinating to see how an open and affirming community founded on liberal principles of love and faith in action has grown in unexpected and delightful ways.”
-REBECCA & PETER VAN DORSTEN

"I was looking for a church where I could raise my children with the values that were important to me: love and acceptance of all in God's creation. I nervously attended my first worship; my nervousness had been wasted. I felt welcomed with open arms and open hearts. I knew almost immediately that UPUCC was the place for my family and me. I was home… at last."
-ANGELA WALDEN WEAVER

“Once I attended 5 years ago, I kept getting drawn back. I felt connected right away to the progressive theology and the convictions toward it. It was real—not lip service. The people care about each other and about the world. I couldn't stay away; now I'm here forever.”
-JUDI CULVER