Disciples News Service November 29, 2023

Ministry and mission opportunities from across the church

November 29, 2023 View as Webpage Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF)’s Board heard progress on the ministry’s three-year strategic plan, which is designed to “evaluate” the ministry’s function and “evolve” as needed in a changing context. The plan seeks to embody DCEF’s new vision “To be the catalyst for change in our congregations’ renewal and rebirth.”   Learn More Downey Avenue Christian Church (DOC) in Indianapolis, IN has made a public witness against the perversion of faith that is Christian Nationalism. As a sponsoring congregation of resolution GA-2341, we felt the call to continue advocating for spiritual freedom. Learn more below.   Learn More     A veteran employee who began four decades ago as an investment clerk has been selected as Disciples Church Extension Fund Vice President for Investments. Rhonda Hopewell will transition to the new position on the Finance Team, December 1, coming “full circle” to the department where she first began in 1980.   Learn More   The Association of Disciple Musicians (ADM) is having its 2024 summer conference at Harvard Avenue Christian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma from July 22 to noon on July 26. After missing four years of conference activities, ADM is hoping to bring a renewed spirit back to the organization with an updated and more inclusive conference schedule. Learn more by emailing Brad Burnham at ADMupdate@outlook.com or visiting the ADM website, www.adm-doc.org.     Learn More Phillips Theological Seminary is seeking a new Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean. Global Ministries is looking for a talented and passionate person to serve as the next Global Relations Minister for the Latin America and Caribbean region. Sign up for additional newsletters - Dear Disciples and Disciples Justice Ministries  Events Event calendar Advertising Resources GIFTS TO LIVE ON - 2024 Special Offering - February 18-25, 2024 - Week of Compassion Standing Orders begin shipping to churches in early December. To ensure your church receives materials you need for the 2024 Special Offering, review and update your order. DEADLINE for changes is December 4.   Learn More     Just Women is a Bible Study written by women for women. The 2024 edition is currently available to order. "Through the Looking Glass" is a collection of lessons that encourage readers to contemplate how their faith shapes their presence in the world. Even though society's rules may change, our participation as a mission of service and witness, guided by Jesus Christ, should always be our focus. Join Disciples Women in exploring topics such as consumerism, leadership, and being a good neighbor.  Pre-orders available November 1 through December 20. Learn More Looking for a sermon series for visioning and identity? Check out the Imagine a World with More customizable videos and preaching resources.  Get help with building and capital services with Disciples Church Extension Fund  For advertising information, please contact news@disciples.org. Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email

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