Disciples News Service May 28, 2025 ~ DR. VITUS BLOG

May 28, 2025

Patricia Ann (Cornell) Penelton, beloved disciple servant leader, and beacon of faith, passed away on May 16, 2025. Her faith was the cornerstone of her life. She made a lasting impact at Central Christian Church in Kansas City. Upon moving to St. Louis in 1986, she and her beloved husband, Harry Alexander Penelton III, became devoted members of Centennial Christian Church, where she graciously served as church moderator, deacon, Christian Education chair, and more. She also served as President of the National Convocation board in 2016. On May 16, Patricia departed this world doing what she loved – serving others.

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As we look ahead to the 2025 General Assembly, we invite you to take part in an empowering Virtual Learning Experience. This special opportunity features 11 inspiring workshops designed to stretch our vision, deepen our understanding, and prepare us for our time together in Memphis. The Virtual Learning Experience will take place on June 11 and June 14, 2025. Registration for this event is open to everyone and separate from General Assembly registration.

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They say that video killed the radio star, but for the Disciples in Daytona Beach Shores, FL, radio is very much alive. Every week, drivers maneuver their cars onto Daytona Beach Drive-In Christian Church’s grass field, tune their radios to 88.5FM, and worship. With capital campaign guidance from Disciples Church Extension Fund, this faith community is not only keeping their innovative ministry active but also expanding their facilities to better serve their neighbors.

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Wondering why you should attend the 2025 General Assembly this July? We've got 10 great reasons—and you don’t want to miss them!

Click below to watch the video now and get inspired to be part of this powerful gathering of Disciples from across the church. Join us in Memphis, TN, July 12-15, 2025 to go BEYOND!

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General & Regional Ministry Opportunities

Global Ministries is hiring a Program Associate for Resource Development and a Global Relations Minister, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Disciples Church Extension Fund is accepting applications for three full-time positions: Senior Loan Manager, Controller, and Development Coordinator. Learn more.
The National Benevolent Association is hiring for a Program Coordinator - Health and Social Service Partner Support. Learn more.

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Celebrate the 2025 General Assembly in Memphis with your limited-edition, hand-crafted commemorative chalice, available exclusively at ChalicePress.com. Preorders are open now.

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The whole church is invited to join Rev. Terri Hord Owens, General Minister and President, for a churchwide study of The Faith We Affirm by Ronald Osborn. The next session is June 3. Clarity about the basics of our faith and God's covenant of love is more important than ever. We identify as a movement for wholeness, as people of the Bible, and as an anti-racist church that affirms the limitless love of God through how we practice our faith. All are welcome to attend one or all three sessions in this three parts, interactive, churchwide study. Click below to register.

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