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08/14/2026

On the latest episode of our "Just Investing" podcast, Andrew Russell, Director of Fixed-Income Investments for the Pension Boards - United Church of Christ, gives us just one example of how UCF’s Fixed Income bonds have made a real impact in creating a more just and sustainable world. Listen to this episode via links in the comment.

On the latest episode of "Just Investing," the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission wants to do away with diversity r...
08/07/2026

On the latest episode of "Just Investing," the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission wants to do away with diversity reports, a big bank cuts ties with ICE and California celebrates a carbon tax milestone. Then Andrew Russell, Director of Fixed-Income Investments for the Pension Boards - United Church of Christ, shows us how fixed income bonds are integral in building a sustainable investment portfolio. Listen to the episode via links in the comment.

07/10/2026

“What do you think your money is doing while you’re asleep?”

In the latest episode of our “Just Investing” podcast, Darrell Goodwin, Executive Conference Minister of the Southern New England Conference, United Church of Christ, answers this question and explains the Church’s ethos when it comes to money and investing. Listen via the links in the comment.

Cyber threats are increasing for churches and nonprofits. Protecting your church/organization’s data and assets is an im...
07/10/2026

Cyber threats are increasing for churches and nonprofits. Protecting your church/organization’s data and assets is an important part of faithful stewardship. Is your church/organization prepared?

In Cybersecurity as Modern Stewardship, Matthew Wagner, UCF Vice President of Institutional Relationships, shares practical steps nonprofits and churches can take to protect sensitive information, financial assets and the missions they serve. Download here https://lnkd.in/gcv-jEVJ

How can faith shape the way we invest?Hosts Adam Sank and Matthew Illian talk about the plummeting number of DEI proposa...
07/06/2026

How can faith shape the way we invest?

Hosts Adam Sank and Matthew Illian talk about the plummeting number of DEI proposals at shareholder meetings. They also discuss SpaceX receiving the lowest possible sustainability rating and how an election in South America threatens indigenous lands. Then Darrell Goodwin, Southern New England Conference, United Church of Christ's Executive Minister, joins the conversation to share thoughts on faith and finance, and how they enhance mission and ministry.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode via links in the comment.

Today on  , we honor the courage, perseverance, and lasting impact of generations of Black Americans who have helped sha...
06/19/2026

Today on , we honor the courage, perseverance, and lasting impact of generations of Black Americans who have helped shape our nation's ongoing journey toward freedom and justice.

At UCF, our faith calls us to uphold the dignity of every person and to steward capital in ways that advance opportunity and equity. May this day of remembrance and celebration renew our commitment to a future where freedom and justice are shared by all.

06/12/2026

On the latest episode of our “Just Investing” podcast, Jenna Nicholas explains to host Adam Sank how her Bahá’í faith guides her work as an impact investor. Listen to this episode via links in the comment.

Can faith make you a better investor?In Episode 9 of Just Investing podcast, investor, entrepreneur and author Jenna Nic...
06/08/2026

Can faith make you a better investor?

In Episode 9 of Just Investing podcast, investor, entrepreneur and author Jenna Nicholas discusses how her Baha’i faith informs her work and why impact investing is about more than financial returns. Plus: the latest developments involving SpaceX, clean energy and sustainable fashion. Listen now via links in the comment.

05/15/2026

In 2000, Ben & Jerry’s sold its socially conscious ice cream brand to Unilever with the agreement that an independent board would continue to govern Ben & Jerry’s. Now Yo Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield are engaged in a battle with the Magnum Ice Cream Company – a subsidiary of Unilever – and trying to from its current owner. Ben spoke with United Church Funds about the issues of contention on the latest episode of our “Just Investing” podcast.

05/11/2026

What does it take to protect a legacy? In this episode of the Just Investing Podcast, we sit down with Yo Ben Cohen, the legendary co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, who details his ongoing efforts to preserve the company’s social mission under its current ownership. Listen to the episode to hear Ben describe what is lost if Magnum Ice Cream Company and Nelson Peltz wins.

Don’t miss this must-hear conversation! Links to the episode are in the comments below. 🎧

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