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Illinois church partnering to upgrade service in community
by Frank HungerfordResurrection is taking on a whole new meaning for the members of Lynnville Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). After accepting that making the many needed repairs and upgrades of its current building, erected in 1919, were not a wise investment of the financial resources of this small, but committed group of Christians, the challenge became figuring out "Plan B."
That is when they reached out to two denominational entities within the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) - Disciples Church Extension Fund and Disciples Volunteering, a division of Disciples Home Missions. A path forward emerged from these consultations: it was time to build something new that would add life to the congregation and the Lynnville community. "We try to bring a balance of faith, action and fellowship to all that we do," said Rev. Frank Hungerford, who serves as pastor of the church. "Thankfully leaders from across the broader church took an interest in this project and has helped us magnify the efforts." Read the full story ________
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Pennsylvania church works to feed 10,000
People participating in the Sayre Christian Church's Fall Festival to Impact Hunger Sept. 19 were not only there to have fun, but also to help children in third-world countries and in the Valley dealing with hunger.
Pastor Kevin Arensman said church members were looking at ways they could help people, both locally and beyond, when they heard about the group Stop Hunger Now, from a relative of a church member.
"We want people to have that hands-on experience of actually feeding 10,000 needy children," said Arensman. "It still gives me chills when I think about what we are accomplishing."
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Please note:
Due to a processing error by the postal service, some mail sent to the Disciples Center at "PO Box 1986" is being returned to senders. Please resend any returned items. We anticipate this problem will be resolved by Oct. 15.
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World Communion Sunday Oct. 4
 Christians around the world of every type and nation will be joining in celebrating communion on Oct. 4. For worship resources, go to Council on Christian Unity's or Global Ministries' websites. |
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Moral Monday Movement leader receives Roosevelt 'Four Freedoms' award
On Tuesday, Sept. 29, the Roosevelt Foundation presented awards to five laureates including the Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, pastor of Green Leaf Christian Church in Goldsboro, NC, and leader of the Moral Monday Movement. Other honorees included Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg with the Freedom Medal. The foundation annually honors those who exemplify the four freedoms outlined by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in his historic speech to Congress on Jan. 6, 1941, as essential to democracy. Barber's award was for freedom of worship. Others include The Nation weekly magazine for freedom from fear; Arthur Mitchell of the Dance Theater of Harlem for freedom of speech/expression; Olofunmilayo Olopade of the University of Chicago's Center for Clinical Cancer Genetics and Global Health for freedom from want.
The awards are presented in odd-numbered years in the United States and even-numbered years internationally.
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Tennessee regional minister sought
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Tennessee is seeking an ordained Disciple minister as Regional Minister. A profile and position description are posted on the website. Deadline: Oct. 15, 2015.
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Young Adult Commission applications accepted
 If you are interested in connecting and empowering Young Adults to engage in the ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), you can fill out an application to serve on the Young Adult Commission. The next term of service begins January of 2016 through December of 2017 and applications are being accepted until Oct. 31, 2015. Go here to see the expectations for those who serve on the committee.
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Canada seeks regional minister
The Regional Minister is a full-time ministry position serving the congregations and pastors in the three areas of the Christian Church (Disciple of Christ) in Canada (CCIC). A successful candidate will be an ordained minister with standing in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), or other denomination within Canada and willing to obtain standing in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Applications due by Nov. 30, 2015. See additional info
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Just Women Bible study preorder
 The 2016 Bible study - The Table and Beyond: Lavish Hospitality in the Bible
- is available for advance ordering. This is the third year the Bible study has been written by Disciples women scholars under the Just Women banner. The previous two issues sold out quickly. Please order by Jan.19, 2016 to ensure delivery of extra copies for you and your group. Use the above link to learn more about the study's topics and writers and to place your order.
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Disciples Women's Endowment Fund
 For information on guidelines and an application, visit the Disciples Women web page. The deadline for applications is Oct. 15. For more information contact Regenia Smith, Ministry Associate for Disciples Women, rsmith@dhm.disciples.org
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DHM offers educational grants for Disciples clergy
Applications for 2016 grants will be accepted now through Oct. 31. Grants will be considered for events happening ONLY in the 2016 calendar year. It is applicant's responsibility to ensure application and regional endorsement forms are received before deadline; no exceptions. More info
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Light a Candle for Children
You can find daily prayers and art from children from now until Children's Sabbath on Oct. 18 at the Light a Candle for Children blog.
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You can find ways to plug into mission and more through these ministries.....
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Find out more about Mission First!
General Minister and President Sharon Watkins introduced the Mission First! pilot project at General Assembly. Find out more and sign up for a mission gathering on the Mission First! page. You can also share your stories of mission on the Mission First! Facebook group.
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 The Disciples News Service, also known as The DiscipleŽ, is distributed weekly or as needed by Communication Ministries. For changes to your subscription options or to subscribe to this newsletter, please visit: disciples.org/dns/subscribe-to-dns/ If you are interested in submitting news for distribution in the Disciples News Service, please review our "Guidelines for Submitting News and Information to Disciples News Service": disciples.org/dns/submitting-news/ The next deadline to submit news for consideration
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