Disciples News Service February 19, 2025

Ministry and mission opportunities from across the church

February 19, 2025 View as Webpage The deadline for nominating Disciples for the General Board has been extended to February 22, 2025. All Disciples have the exciting opportunity to nominate delegates to serve on the General Board or to nominate someone to serve on the Moderator Team to offer leadership during the 2025-2028 triennium. Learn more and begin the process by clicking below to access the nomination forms.  Learn More Rooted in the ideals of its founding era, the Stone-Campbell movement embraced freedom, equality, and democracy—yet those commitments never fully erased the pull toward hierarchy and control. As Disciples, how do we navigate this tension that we still carry? And what can our history teach us about speaking prophetically in troubled times? Read "Democracy or Rule?" by Joel Brown. Learn More   Mark your calendars to join us! The Church Narrative Project will gather with the Christian Church in Florida, February 28-March 1, 2025, at The Retreat at Silver Springs. Seven storytellers from across the Florida Region will share their stories of epiphanies, large and small, during StoryHour. Join us in person and/or tune in on Facebook to hear their stories.    Learn More NBA’s Older Adult Ministries webinar series “Older Adults DO Meditate! A Guide to Contemplation With Older Adults” continues during the month of February. Revs. Kimberly Weir and Paul Koch are sharing from their experiences leading online and in-person contemplative prayer/meditation groups and leading a meditation and prayer to expand and deepen spiritual connections. The next webinar installments take place Wednesday, February 19th and 26th at 12:00pm ET/11:00am CT. Learn More General & Regional Ministry Opportunities Disciples Church Extension Fund is seeking a Director of Lending. Learn more here. Lexington Theological Seminary is accepting applications for the position of Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean. Learn more here. The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Illinois/Wisconsin and The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Michigan will be seeking to call an ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) to the position of Regional Minister to lead the two-regions-becoming-one into the future. Learn more here. Global Ministries is seeking a Global Relations Minister, Latin America and the Caribbean. Learn more here. Events Event Calendar Advertising Resources   2025 stewardship theme materials are here! Dreaming God's Dream: No Dream Too Big, No Gift Too Small offers 8 full worship services, sermon starters by diverse authors, and faith formation sessions for all ages. Created by the Center for Faith & Giving and the United Church of Christ, this annual resource goes beyond a campaign guide. It provides tools for year-round conversations on generosity and stewardship within your congregation. Best deal: $39.99 thru March 31, 2025. Learn More General Minister and President Terri Hord Owens’ new Lent devotional, Facing Jerusalem, takes you on Jesus’ spiritual journey to Jerusalem, one marked by intentionality, determination, and focus.   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. Dedicated Disciples exemplify what it means to be a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world. Do you know of a Dedicated Disciple being recognized in their community that should be featured, make a submission here. 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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