April 29, 2024

We are pleased to announce, the United Church Board of Ministerial Assistance (UCBMA) is officially the Grant Program Administrator of the Massachusetts Board of Ministerial Aid (BMA). This exciting partnership represents an important step forward in our commitment to serving pastoral leaders who serve or have served the UCC denomination in the historic Massachusetts Conference.

BMA and UCBMA share an overlapping mission to provide for the financial security of pastors serving the United Church of Christ (UCC). BMA provides assistance for those ministers who serve or have served in the historic Massachusetts Conference. UCBMA provides similar assistance for ministers across the denomination.

By Rev. Bruce G. Epperly, Ph.D.

Two quotes capture the spirit of living a passionate retirement:

“My seventies were interesting, and fairly serene, but my eighties are passionate. I grow more intense as I age.” —Florida Scott-Maxwell

“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” —Howard Thurman

Many people may handle their work, family duties and other day-to-day activities “okay”, yet inside they are feeling anxious, sad, stuck and lonely. It’s easy to dismiss these feelings as just “life stress.” Instead, tuning in to—not out of— these feelings and making your mental health a priority can help you achieve total well-being to function at your best. Keep the following in mind to move from “just getting by” to feeling happier, hopeful, and connected.

Keeping up with regular preventive screenings and making simple lifestyle changes can help you stay healthy and feel good. Here are the top tips for women, which can help you improve and maintain your health:

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