Disciples News Service April 1, 2026

Ministry and mission opportunities from across the church

April 1, 2026 View as Webpage Experience the powerful message of this year’s Easter Offering, “This Day: When Love Answers.” Watch and share our Easter video to see how resurrection hope continues to transform lives, and how your gift helps extend that love into the world. The Easter Offering provides vital support for the General Ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Congregations will receive the offering on March 29 and April 5 or two alternate Sundays.  Learn More Bethany College celebrated an extraordinary show of support from its community on March 24, surpassing its initial $100,000 goal by more than 70% during this year’s Day of Giving. In total, 291 donors ultimately raised $170,668.96 in support of Bethany students and programs. “This remarkable Day of Giving reflects the deep pride and enduring commitment people feel for Bethany College,” said Bethany President Dr. Jamie Caridi. Learn More   Registration is now open for the 2026 General Assembly! Join us online July 10 and 11 for BEYOND: Love Surpassing, a time to gather in faith, connection, and community wherever you are. Participate on your personal device or alongside others at a local congregational gathering. Registration is $30. Click below for more details and to register.   Learn More As we face Jerusalem during Holy Week, we invite the whole church to pause and gather in prayer on April 1, 2026 at 8:00 pm EST. Join Disciple pastors, elders, young adults, and the General Minister and President as we lift up our hopes and concerns for God’s people amid turbulent times around the world. The prayer gathering will be hosted on Zoom (registration required) and will also be streamed on Facebook and YouTube. Learn More General & Regional Ministry Opportunities National Benevolent Association is seeking a Director of Mental Health and Wellness. Learn More. Global Ministries is hiring for two positions - Controller and Development Officer. Learn more. Christian Church Foundation is hiring for two executive position openings – Vice President of Human Resources and Operations and Chief Financial Officer. Learn more. Events Event Calendar Advertising Resources The Joint Christian Advocacy Summit brings together Christian advocates from across the United States for a critical gathering focused on justice, dignity, human rights, and lasting security for all in the Middle East. Learn more and register by clicking the link below.   Learn More In many parts of the United States and Canada, communities of faith are enjoying the longer days and warmer weather. But winter’s departure brings a new host of maintenance issues to be addressed before welcoming the new season. To aid in your work, Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF) has put together this maintenance guide which you can print off and use as a checklist. Learn More Looking for a sermon series for visioning and identity? Check out the Imagine a World with More customizable videos and preaching resources. Connect with Disciples Church Extension Fund to further your faith community through its ministry and building planning services, capital campaign guidance, and loans and investment services for individuals and organizations. 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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