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Disciples of Christ Historical Society breaks ground for new archive
On Friday, Oct. 2, the board of the Disciples of Christ Historical Society celebrated new beginnings in a historic place. With the groundbreaking for a new archive facility, complete with greetings from Hal and Evelyn Watkins, DCHS is on its way for a planned fall 2016 opening of the facility. Read the full newspaper story hereFor those familiar with Disciples history, Bethany College is a touchstone of the Stone-Campbell Movement. Founded in 1840 by Alexander Campbell for " the instruction of youth in the various branches of science and literature, the useful arts and the learned and foreign language," as laid out in the original charter, Bethany is celebrating 175 years of academic pursuits. It is located in West Virginia adjacent to the Campbell Mansion.
Now in the 21st century, Bethany College is celebrating two moves of historical importance. The archives of the Disciples of Christ Historical Society will be moved there and the college has just named a long-time Disciple as its 20th president. President Elect Tamara Rodenburg said, "On the eve of this historic 175th anniversary, I am honored to join Bethany College. As Bethany becomes the new home of the Disciples of Christ Historical Society, we lift up the wisdom of the past as we face the challenges of our common future. Value based leadership and transforming dialogue requires critical and reflective thinking -persons educated in the various branches of science, literature, arts, history, philosophies and religious traditions. We are being called, once again, to be a society of the learned conversant across disciplines and languages for the sake of transforming the world."
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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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Find out more about Mission First!
General Minister and President Sharon Watkins introduced the Mission First! pilot project at General Assembly. Join the prayer effort and receive weekly prompts for prayer and action. 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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October is Minister Appreciation Month
You can access materials for the Week of the Ministry Oct. 11-18 on the Pension Fund site.
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By Dr. Randa Kayyali, National City Christian Church, Washington, D.C.
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This summer I bought a new home in the city - it was everything that I dreamed of - bigger than I could imagine coming from a one bedroom apartment in the suburbs. The purchase embodied responsibility - it was a real adult, life-changing choice. But moving in proved to be t
he tough part. Like other new homeowners, I grappled with my old furniture not fitting in quite right, dishes breaking, and installing new shelving. As I worked through each of these issues, I thought about all of the people who didn't have old furniture or dishes, people who came without possessions to this country and to this city. While I was struggling with coat closets, others struggled with not owning coats.
So when it came to throwing a housewarming party, I suggested to my guests that they bring housewarming gifts to the incoming refugees and asylum-seekers in this country. "Let's help set up their home," I wrote on the e-vite. I gave provided lists of what they needed - bed kits with sheets and pillows; bath kits with towels and toiletries; school kits with backpacks and pens, glue and crayons. After I cooked and prepared drinks for the party, the guests arrived with huge bags from Target, TJ Maxx and other stores and as the party went on, the pile of things going to Disciples Refugee & Immigration Ministries grew. Rather than resentment for these long lists, many expressed thanks for the opportunity to help new Americans. For my friends, it was a quiet, positive action that showed their support for immigrants. The next day I packed my car to the gills with these gifts and took them to church. These items went to a family of nine from Syria when they arrived at our CWS refugee affiliate office in Lancaster, PA.
My friends and I marveled at the generosity and kindness that we can generate when we work together. I invite you also to consider having a housewarming party (even if you didn't just move!) to help raise funds or collect items for incoming refugees and asylum-seekers from around the world.
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by Rev. Monica Wedlock Kilpatrick, Director of the Disciples Care Exchange and NBA Affinity Group Ministries
As the health and social service ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), the National Benevolent Association (NBA) takes seriously its call to create communities of compassion and care. In doing so, the NBA has been called to engage in dialogue and action centered on the issue of Mental Health and Congregational Care. In an effort to open up this dialogue, and in response to the passing of GA-1523 "Becoming A People of Welcome and Support to People with Mental Illness and/or Mental Health Issues" by the 2015 General Assembly, the NBA has called together a research and design team tasked with structuring a Mental Health and Congregational Care Affinity Group, to launch in early 2016. Read more
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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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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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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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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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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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You can find ways to plug into mission and more through these ministries.....
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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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