Disciples News Service October 16, 2024 ~ DR. VITUS BLOG

October 16, 2024

Following Hurricane Helene & Hurricane Milton, Week of Compassion is in contact with Disciples’ Regional leaders and with partners in the impacted areas. Week of Compassion is sending solidarity grants to Disciples churches and households and connecting with ecumenical partners to prepare for the immense long-term recovery to come. Find GIVING info, a PRAYER to share in worship and social media, and HOW TO HELP now and in the future.

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If your church building was affected by Hurricane Milton, or Helene, then get immediate facilities help with Disciples Church Extension Fund's building disaster response service. In partnership with Week of Compassion, the ministry's experienced Building and Capital Services Advisors work with your congregation's leaders to assess physical damage by assisting them with securing your place of worship, navigating the worlds of insurance and construction, and much more - at no cost to your community of faith.

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The Phillips Theological Seminary Board of Trustees approved a $5 million investment in a new student financial support program at its meeting Oct. 7-8. The board also welcomed new Interim President Gary Kidwell and several new board members while meeting on the Tulsa, Okla. campus

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Register now for the Global Ministries webinar with Dr. Nibedita Pramanik! On October 21 at 2 pm EST, Dr. Pramanik will share about her work at Evangelical Hospital Society in Khariar, India.

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General & Regional Ministry Opportunities

The Christian Church Foundation is seeking a full-time Communications Manager to join our team that assists Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) individuals, congregations, and other ministries create lasting legacies through planned giving and investment of endowment funds for mission and ministry. Learn more here.
Week of Compassion is hiring for an Associate Director of Immigrant and Refugee Response. View the job description and application details here.
The Disciples of Christ Historical Society seeks a collaborative and resourceful Associate Archivist with a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement. 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.

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A sustainable hope refers to a hope that can be maintained and traditioned. In this workshop, sponsored by Brite Divinity School, we will consider questions such as, how does one flourish amid crisis and hardship? What are the implications of articulating a responsible and sustainable hope? How do we engage a plurality of religious traditions in collaboration with materializing hope? At the end of the session participants should be able to define and begin mapping a system of hope for their religious/spiritual context.

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We are excited to announce there is a new Disciples Merchandise Store! If you are looking to represent the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), or in search of the perfect gift, there are many options to select from. The new store features an expanded variety of apparel for women, men, and youth. You will also find drinkware, items for the office, outdoor activities, and the home. Visit the store today, and in the future, as we continue to expand the selection.

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