Disciples News Service July 30, 2025 ~ DR. VITUS BLOG

July 30, 2025

The Christian Church in Georgia has voted to call the Rev. Dr. Adam Harmon as their new Regional Minister. Dr. Harmon will begin his work in Georgia on October 20, 2025. Dr. Harmon has been an ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) for more than 20 years, having served both urban and rural churches in Missouri, Washington, and Illinois. Most recently he has served as Senior Pastor of Central Christian Church in Danville, IL.

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The Christian Church Foundation honored Paul and Ruth Few of Lincoln, Nebraska with the Harry T. Ice Distinguished Service Award for their faithful generosity to local, regional, and general expressions of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). For decades, Paul and Ruth provided steady, humble leadership, and generous support. The Fews have generously served many Disciples ministries, learn more about their service and stewardship here.

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Consider joining colleagues at the Oreon Scott Clergy Retreat at Christmount, NC on September 16-19, 2025. This retreat is designed and support by the Green Chalice team with clergy and community resilience and creation care in mind. This retreat allows you to spend the day with pastors, and a theologian, food sovereignty innovator, climate communicator, an ecologist, mental health. Registration is currently open and will be expanded to a wider ecumenical group on August 1st.

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Are you a young adult (ages 18-30) looking for funds to grow your leadership skills? Consider applying for an NBA Young Adult Leadership Development Grant! These grants are specifically designed to support current and future leaders in identifying their leadership qualities, building leadership capacity, and allowing young adults to explore new possibilities in the areas of service and justice. Applications will be accepted through August 6th.

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General & Regional Ministry Opportunities

Global Ministries is hiring a Program Associate for Resource Development. Learn More.
Disciples Church Extension Fund is accepting applications for two full-time positions: Marketing Production Coordinator and Controller. Learn more.

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