Historical society names new president
Provided by the Disciples of Christ Historical Society For immediate release – September 8, 2017, Bethany, WV At a regularly scheduled board meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Disciples of Christ...
View ArticleWe are connected
I thank my God every time I remember you, constantly praying with joy in every one of my prayers for all of you… (Philippians 1:3-4, NRSV) Connectedness has been a theme for the last month or so –...
View ArticleLeaders urge freedom to use economic measures
Oct. 18, 2017 Dear Members of Congress, We write as U.S. Christian churches and organizations committed to justice and peace in the Middle East. This commitment stems from our connections to the...
View ArticleLiving the faith
The Poor People’s Campaign led by Rev. Dr. William Barber, III (far right in the image above) is gaining traction. With articles in both The Christian Century and The Guardian, as well as other...
View ArticleCouncil on Christian Unity introduces new ecumenical, interfaith journal
In an expansion of the content of the journals the Council on Christian Unity (CCU) has produced for more than half a century, a new journal called Sunesis debuted in October. With the name based on...
View ArticleSeveral Disciples pastors sign on to amicus brief
An interfaith coalition led by the Central Conference of American Rabbis and the Religious Institute has submitted an amicus brief to the Supreme Court in support of the Colorado Civil Rights...
View ArticleDisaster recovery volunteers needed
Disciples Volunteering and Week of Compassion are supporting recovery efforts in four states affected by recent floods and hurricanes. Mission opportunities are available to support disaster recovery...
View ArticleDisciples of Christ Historical Society celebrates
Rev. Richard Lowery is installed as the president of the Disciples of Christ Historical Society in a ceremony at National City Christian Church in Washington DC. DCHS opened its home in Bethany, WV,...
View ArticleHord Owens and Disciple pastors speak on withdrawal of status for Haitians
General Minister and President Terri Hord Owens joined a press conference Nov. 21, 2017 sponsored by America’s Voice In addition, Dr. Philius Nicolas, pastor of the Disciples Evangelical Crusade...
View ArticleDisciples Woman-to-Woman Worldwide visits India
by Rev. Dr. Pat Donahoo, executive director Disciples Women Executive Director Pat Donahoo (center) surrounded by children and participants in the Woman to Woman trip. Disciples Women returned from...
View ArticleGMP at Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival
Dec. 4, 2017 Statement by General Minister and President Terri Hord Owens at Washington DC press conference kicking off Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival “The Christian Church...
View ArticleUnity Declaration on Racism and Poverty
General Minister and President Rev. Terri Hord Owens, Rev. Lori Tapia, National Pastor for Hispanic Ministries, and Dr. Cynthia Hale, Founding Pastor, Ray of Hope Christian Church were signatories to...
View Article‘Bible Olympics’ goes international
At First Christian Church in Smithville, TX, reading the Bible is a central focus. For nearly 25 years, FCC Smithville, led by Pastor David Huegel, has shared a “Bible Olympics” program with all kinds...
View ArticleNCC launches new anti-racism effort
April 4 is the 50th anniversary of the assassination of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and yet racism rears its ugly head regularly in 2018. The National Council of Churches – along with partners...
View ArticleEcumenical collaboration brings Hope Partnership to broader audience
Submitted by Hope Partnership for Missional Transformation Hope Partnership for Missional Transformation has entered into an innovative new collaboration, which includes Disciples Church Extension Fund...
View ArticleUpdate on ACT Now rally April 4
The National Council of Churches (NCC) is kicking off a new effort to end racism on the 50th anniversary of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assassination. The initial rally to begin multi-year ACT...
View ArticleDisciples Public Presence invites others to participate
After tying to organize Disciples clergy to participate in the Standing Rock March in Washington, D.C, last spring, Rev. Laurie Feille, with the help and blessing of the Upper Midwest Region created...
View ArticleCane Ridge Day 2018 set for June 23
The trustees of the Cane Ridge historic site invite you to a day of music, fellowship and fun on Saturday, June 23. Registration begins at 9:30 am on site. Speakers will include both the Rev. Dr. Rick...
View ArticleDisciples speaking out this spring
Disciples have been getting up and out into their communities a lot in the last few weeks. Issues including gun violence, racism, poverty, and education have all motivated action from congregations...
View ArticleGreen Chalice joins campaign for climate-focused sermons
Green Chalice, a partnership ministry of Disciples Home Missions and the Kentucky region, has joined the Justice for Each Generation campaign, which invites leaders to pledge to deliver a sermon about...
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