“Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad… let all the trees of the forest sing for joy.”
—Psalm 96: 11-12

Along with the trees of the forest, the United Church of Christ has much to rejoice. Amid difficult times, our members came together across the country in an effort to plant trees of hope.

In marking the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, a spirit of generosity arose within our denomination that will lead to the planting of nearly 10,000 trees! The Gospel of Matthew reminds us that “the tree is known by its fruit,” and we can say that the UCC is without question a good tree producing good fruit.

This good fruit will be seen in places like Kenya, Zambia, and Palestine where 493 new trees will be planted. It will also be seen in four National Forests—two of which have current wildfires, while the other two have suffered from fires in the recent past.

Those National Forests include Klamath in California, Wallowa-Whitman in Oregon, Pike in Colorado, and Superior in Minnesota. A total of 8,212 trees will be planted in these national treasures!

Interfaith Power & Light additionally reports that 963 trees were reported by UCC members that either planted trees on their own or donated to other organizations.

Thanks to our members and the cherished values we collectively embody hope and healing are at work in the world!

In partnership with:

3 Great Loves

Arbor Day Foundation

Interfaith Power & Light

Global Ministries