Disciples News Service June 19, 2024

Ministry and mission opportunities from across the church

June 19, 2024 View as Webpage Faiths United to Save Democracy (FUSD) is a nonpartisan, multi-racial, multi-faith, and multi-generation 2022-2024 voter protection campaign. It is rooted in the belief that everyone is made in the image of God and deserves the freedom to vote.   The 2024 election will be a test of our democracy and our faith. Join us on June 26 at 7pm EST| 6pm CST as we discuss how you, and your congregation, can prepare for the election and care for your community before election day.   Learn More The 2025 General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) will gather in-person July 12 - 15, in Memphis, TN. The General Assembly theme is “BEYOND” based on Ephesians 3:20-21.  In preparation, we invite you to consider facilitating a workshop that goes BEYOND the ordinary. There will be two information sessions offered to provide details on the learning tracks and application process. Register to attend an information session on either June 23 or June 25.  Learn More       The 28th Biennial Session of the National Convocation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) will gather in Greensboro, NC, July 11-14, 2024, for an amazing time of worship, learning, and FUN! View the invitation for this year's event here and click below to learn more and register.   Learn More The Poor People's & Low Wage Workers' Assembly & Moral March on Washington and to the Polls will convene on June 29, 2024.The assembly will “call on candidates for public office" to "endorse a moral public policy agenda that includes policies that lift from the bottom.”   The Christian Church is an anchoring organization. If you are a Disciple planning to attend in-person, or online, please let us know here.   DOC t-shirts are now available. Click below for additional details. Learn More General & Regional Ministry Opportunities The Christian Church Foundation is hiring a Vice President for Development for the Southeast Zone. Learn more here. 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 Financial Services Representative. Learn more here. Events Event Calendar Advertising Resources   Mark your calendars -The 2024 Leadership Academy is scheduled to take place from Tuesday, October 22 to Friday, October 25 at Meizon Church in Gainesville, FL. Join us in person or later online for an event that will jump-start your ministry, whether you’re the leader or core team of an established congregation or just thinking about forming a faith community. Undergraduate and seminary students, ecumenical partners, and lay leaders are welcome. Stay tuned for registration details. Learn More You're invited to participate in the National Council of Churches' NCC Freedom Summer, a faith-based civic engagement campaign from June 19 — August 17, 2024.   This summer NCC will journey on the NCC Freedom Ride to mobilize voters in five priority states. NCC will also host NCC Freedom Academy, a multi-week, virtual "Sunday School" from July 7 to August 11, unpacking Luke 4 and the intersection of faith and social justice.   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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