Disciples Together
September 7, 2015
Be reconciled 
Reconciliation Ministry Reconciliation Ministry invites all Disciples to "Move Together, Heal Together, Bound Together - Called to be Together in Christ". The theme for the 2015 offering is reflective of the year-round work of reconciliation done by the ministry and especially timely.

For a downloadable offering insert or for resources and information about the work of the Reconciliation Ministry, go to the website.

The offering is received in most congregations Sept. 27 and Oct. 4. You can also donate online

XPLOR develops hearts for care
By NBA Staff
 
View the 2015-16 NBA XPLOR overview video 
View the 2015-16 NBA XPLOR overview video
At the heart of  NBA XPLOR is a desire to cultivate hearts for care in young adults. How can we help young adults recognize needs at their doorsteps and then live a life of faithful response? Drawing upon our rich history of compassionate service, the National Benevolent Association continues to assist Disciples in developing supportive networks that join systemic-justice work with direct action and care.
 
"Our 24 Residents this year are tremendously diverse, talented, passionate, and committed," says Rev. Bonnie Osei-Frimpong, director of NBA XPLOR. "They are united in their commitment and purpose to explore their own vocations, to support each other, and to discover where God is leading them."
 
In August, NBA XPLOR welcomed the 2015-16 residents and spiritual companions to St. Louis for a week-long orientation before everyone traveled to begin the Residency in seven host communities across the country. The XPLOR communities are rich collaborations between Disciples regions, congregations, spiritual companions, and local nonprofits serving together.
 
Along the way, the seven spiritual companions will work with the Residents "to put a theological understanding on what they are doing and engaged in, and how they not only work with each other, but the Church," explains Rev. David Cartwright, senior pastor of Community Christian Church in Richardson, Texas, and spiritual companion for the Dallas XPLOR house.
 
This year, NBA XPLOR is building upon the program's anti-oppression and cross-cultural communication training and implementing additional mentorship opportunities. Resources from NBA XPLOR training, mentorship, and small-group reflections guided by spiritual companions will be made available throughout the year on the NBA website.
 
You can follow this year's NBA XPLOR journey on Facebook, Twitter, and our online Stories and News. For more information, visit www.nbacares.org/xplor.
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DHM Educational Grants for Disciples Clergy
Applications for 2016 grants will be accepted Sept. 1 - Oct. 31. Grants will be considered for events happening ONLY in the 2016 calendar year. Go to the DHM webpage for information on criteria, eligibility and guidelines.      
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Disciples Women's Endowment Fund
For information on guidelines and an application, visit the Disciples Women page.  The deadline for applications is Oct. 15. For more information contact Regenia Smith, Ministry Associate for Disciples Women, [email protected]
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  The Reconciliation offering will be received Sept. 27 and Oct. 4 in most congregations. Downloadable bulletin insert available on this page  
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Kagiwada Sunday Sept. 13 followed by
NAPAD Ministry Week
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General Youth Council seeking applicants; due Sept. 15   
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Tennessee region seeks regional minister; applications due Oct. 15 
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General Ministries
  
Racial/Ethnic Ministries
  
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How Your Offerings to DMF Support Mission in the Church
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