Welcome to

Black Mountain
United Church of Christ

The home of progressive, inclusive Christianity in North Scottsdale, AZ.
Where everyone is welcome, no matter who you are or where your are on life’s journey; regardless of gender, age, race, ability, faith, who you love or how you identify. We are all beloved in God’s eyes!

An inclusive Christian community open to all

EXPERIENCE GOD

Our mission is to be an authentic voice for inclusive Christianity in our community. We positively transform the world through informed theology, spirituality, social justice, environmental stewardship and unconditional love for all.


What we believe

We are called to love ALL God's children without judgement because we are ALL made in God's image. No fine print.

God is still speaking to us,
and our minds and faith continually evolve according to a new understanding of God's Word in today's world.

We are God's hands in this world.
We must share our blessings with others: time, resources and compassion.

BMUCC Members

All beloved in the eyes of God!
THE CHURCH

We are a people of
extravagant welcome!

Jesus didn't turn people away, even those often rejected by others. We don't intend to either. We are like a "company of strangers" made family by the grace of God in Jesus Christ. God welcomes all people. God claims all people. God loves all people. The church should never exclude or judge. Our job is to love and we take that job very seriously.

While other churches may focus on dogma, doctrine and the "fine print", we focus on opening our hearts to ALL of God's children. If this speaks to you and if these are values you want to teach your children, then we warmly invite you to join us!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Here are the ongoing and special activities in
the life of our church.

Testimonials

What people say about
Black Mountain United Church of Christ

"A church where you will feel welcome the moment you step in the door. Where we truly enjoy each other's company and do good things for the world together."

CHRISTOPHER SCHOUTEN
Member since 2020

"I had been looking for a place of worship for years. I wanted a place to worship that was open to anyone and welcoming. It’s been five years, and its loving and generous congregation and inspirational pastor, has reaffirmed I made the right choice."

Loretta
Member

"Welcoming congregation and comfortable, friendly atmosphere. Accepting and affirming, and an active service and outreach ministry."

SHERRY
Member

A CHURCH WHERE LGBTQIA+ people EXPERIENCE God's love

BMUCC is an Open and Affirming congregation since 2013
LOVE IN ACTION

We are A PROUDLY OPEN AND AFFIRMING CONGREGATION

Open and Affirming (ONA) is the United Church of Christ’s (UCC) designation for congregations which make a public covenant of welcome into their full life and ministry to persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We understand many people have experienced invalidation, exclusion and even abuse in the churches they grew up because of who they are. We offer you a place of love where you can pursue a personal relationship with God in the fellowship of people who embrace and celebrate you for exactly who you are.

OUR LATEST NEWS

Check out what's going on at BMUCC and learn about our community, our message and our mission work!

17

September 2023

Sermon: Desert Dwellers… Heat and All

When we venture into the desert there are no guarantees other than we will emerge as changed people who cannot go back to their former selves.

by
Rev. Dr. Tina Campbell

11

September 2023

The Power of Listening

How the simple act of listening furthers the creation of God's beloved community

by
Christopher Schouten

10

September 2023

Sermon: Hold on Loosely

by
Rev. Dr. Tina Campbell

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