Disciples News Service February 18, 2026 ~ DR. VITUS BLOG

February 18, 2026

On Ash Wednesday we invite you to join a diverse group of Christian leaders across traditions for a virtual prayer service at 8pm ET on February 18th, to launch "A Call to Christians in a Crisis of Faith and Democracy," a bold call to courage in the face of cruelty and growing authoritarianism and the misuse and abuse of our faith. In a time that calls for moral clarity and action, this gathering offers space to center ourselves, pray for the most vulnerable and our nation’s leaders, and renew our shared commitment to justice.

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Calling all Regional and Congregational Tech Leaders! Join Tech Training to get the tools and guidance you need to help your community connect and participate in the online 2026 General Assembly with confidence. Select from two trainings held on Feb. 26th or Feb. 28th. Click below to learn more and register.

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As the news shares images and videos from Minneapolis, Bible verses have been shared by Christians across the theological and political spectrum. Some have been used to uphold federal orders, and others to encourage mercy and compassion. Join Minister of New Church Strategies Rev. Dr. Jose Martinez and guests Rev. Dr. Jia Starr Brown and Rev. Tanya Lopez on Feb. 25 at 3 PM EST as New Church Ministry discusses what's happening and what our responses can be as Disciples.

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On Thursday, March 26th at 7:30pm ET/6:30pm CT, NBA’s Community Engagement team will host the webinar “From Montgomery to Minneapolis: Organizing in Times of Disruption.” In moments of disruption, from the Montgomery Bus Boycott 70 years ago to Minneapolis today, communities often rise with renewed purpose. This webinar invites you to draw inspiration from these stories to discover how courage, connection, and shared resolve can guide us through collective organizing.

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Disciples Church Extension Fund is accepting applications for two Building and Capital Services Advisors and a Development Coordinator. Learn more.

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Rev. Terri Hord Owens, General Minister and President, along with other Disciple and ecumenical pastors and scholars from across the country are warning that the United States is facing a profound moral, spiritual, and democratic emergency, in an open letter released ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary. The letter reads in part, “the crisis is not only political—it is one driven by a moral and spiritual collapse showing up in alarming levels of polarization. Our faith is being tested. Christians cannot pretend otherwise and must make a decision to act.” Click below to read the letter and sign.

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Scholarships for Seminary Students

Disciples Home Missions (DHM) is now accepting applications! DHM awards up to $2,000 in financial scholarships to qualified seminary students preparing for ministry in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The application period ends on March 15, 2025, for the 2026/2027 academic year. Additional information and application forms can be found using the link below.

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