It is a [[Mainline Protestant churches|Mainline Protestant denomination]].
It is a [[Mainline Protestant churches|Mainline Protestant denomination]].
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The national settings of the UCC have historically favored [[liberalism|liberal]] views on social issues, such as [[civil rights]], [[LGBT rights]], [[women's rights]], and [[abortion]]. However, United Church of Christ congregations are independent in matters of doctrine and ministry and may not necessarily support the national body's theological or moral stances. It is self-described as "an extremely pluralistic and diverse denomination".