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The UCC Coffee Project is a
new way for your congregation to join hands with communities in the
developing world. As Christians we can address a consumer dilemma by
buying coffee that is fairly traded. Through the project, farmers and
their families gain more control over their lives, earn a fairer share
of income, have access to credit and technical support, and gain a
trading partner they can trust, a fair trade organization called Equal
Exchange. At the same time, your congregation can begin to learn about
the impacts of our consumer habits and how to advocate for more just
global economic policies for coffee producers, small farmers, and
workers throughout the world.
In your church, a women's, men's or youth group, or social action committee can sponsor the UCC Coffee Project.
Then, as your congregation enjoys this delicious coffee, take time to
learn together about its impact on the people who grow it. Read about
the lives of coffee farmers and their families, discuss issues of
justice in the global marketplace and take action in the spirit of love.
The UCC Coffee Project
is a partnership of the UCC Justice and Witness Ministries (JWM) and
Equal Exchange. JWM, one of the four Covenanted Ministries in the
United Church of Christ, empowers individuals and local congregations
across the nation to do advocacy for justice in their communities and
in the world.
For more information see:
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Interfaith Program 
