Disciples News Service April 24, 2024

Ministry and mission opportunities from across the church

April 24, 2024 View as Webpage When you cross the Ambassador Bridge from Detroit, MI to Windsor, ON, you may think you’re entering a quaint Canadian town. But as Windsor residents know, that couldn’t be farther from the truth. They've been hit hard by the opioid crisis. Here, Freedom Church of Windsor is meeting the needs of people struggling with addiction, as well as adults with intellectual disabilities. It’s a testament to the power of church as a place of generosity and justice - one that you can support this Pentecost. Learn More Julie Burch is our next Dedicated Disciple. Julie is a long-time, active member of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Charlotte, and has served the church in several capacities, including Moderator. She is currently serving as an Elder, facilitates a weekly Zoom fellowship and prayer gathering, and assists with church communications.  If you know of a Dedicated Disciple being recognized in their community that should be featured, please make a submission here. Learn More     The 2024 ADM Conference of Worship and Music is being held in Tulsa, OK at Harvard Avenue Christian Church from Monday, July 22 through Closing Worship on Friday, July 26. Check the ADM website, www.adm-doc.org, for more details. Online registration is now available.   Register Today Lexington Theological Seminary has been awarded a $1.25 million grant, in partnership with The BTS Center and Creation Justice Ministries, from Lilly Endowment, Inc. for our project, "Compelling Preaching for a Climate-Changed World!" The initiative aims to equip preachers with training, resources, support networks, and research for addressing the urgency of the climate crisis and other environmental issues. Learn More General & Regional Ministry Opportunities Global Ministries has two positions open - Program Associate for Resource Development and Global Relations Minister, Latin America and the Caribbean. Learn more here. Disciples Church Extension Fund is seeking a Director of Financial Services, New Beginnings Assessors and Facilitators/Coaches, and a Financial Services Representative. Learn more here. Events Event Calendar Advertising Resources   "Kindom Crafters: Imagine, Build, Discover" by Chalice Press and Disciples Home Mission was named a Top Pick for 2024 by Building Faith, one of the most respected Vacation Bible School reviewers. Learn more about this affordable resource!   Learn More In February, Pastor Linda Tobias, of Memorial Boulevard Christian Church in St. Louis MO, started a letter: "We believe we are 'Better Together.'" With that, she invited sibling congregations from St. Louis and surrounding areas to join with MBCC for the 2024 Hike Against Hunger, the church’s 50th event to raise awareness and support for the ministry of Week of Compassion. 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 Sign up for additional newsletters - Dear Disciples and Disciples Justice Ministries. For advertising information or to submit news, please contact news@disciples.org. Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email

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