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Alphabet soup
Ever wonder what all of those Disciples acronyms mean ... like DOC, CWF and WOC? Find out at the alphabet soup page!
Ask Disciples Home Missions
Do you have a question that we should include on this page? If so, contact us.
Background checks
Find out why background checks are now part of the Search and Call process.
Calling Disciples Home Missions
How do I contact Disciples Home Missions offices? You can reach us toll-free at (888) 346-2631. If you prefer to call staff directly, visit the staff page for individual staff phone numbers. We have provided direct contact telephone numbers on the staff page.
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Tell me more about the denomination. Information is available at the denominational Web site at www.disciples.org.
Also, in Disciples of Christ: Past and Future, Minister and author John Cunyus traces the history of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) from its Reformation roots to the present day. The complete text is available at no cost at www.johncunyus.com/disciplesofchrist.html.
The book is presented in brief chapters, heavily footnoted, with review questions for class and small-group discussion. The book's appendices include three significant documents in the history of the movement: "The Last Will and Testament of the Springfield Presbytery," by Barton Stone; the Thirteen Proposition from "The Declaration and Address" of Thomas Campbell; and articles I through IV of the Design of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
Jobs
How do I apply for positions within Disciples Home Missions? Check our staff pages for job openings or contact Jennie King at (317) 713-2679.
Mission and Retreat Centers
How are All Peoples Christian Center, Inman Christian Center, Kentucky Appalachian Ministry, Yakama Christian Mission Center, and Christmount Christian Assembly, related to DHM? The Mission Centers are the North American home mission centers for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). DHM serves to give visibility to the life and work of the Centers. Each Center is governed by its own board.
Refugee assistance
How can my congregation sponsor a refugee? Start by reading our online information. If you still have questions, contact Linda Williamson in the office of Refugee and Immigration Ministries at (317) 713-2643.
How can my congregation get help to assist a person with an immigration problem? Contact Jennifer Riggs in the office of Refugee and Immigration Ministries at (317) 713-2643.
Resources
Where do I find resources related to ...
... Get Disciples Home Missions resources. To get your copy, contact Lois Robinson at (317) 713-2644, or download it from the DHM Web site. Note that some prices have changed.
Scholarships
Does Disciples Home Missions offer scholarships for higher education and continuing education? Yes. We offer these scholarships:
- Clergy Continuing Education
- Lay Continuing Education
- Disciples Chaplains Scholarship
- J. Soongook Choi Fund
- Kagiwada Memorial Fund
- Katherine Schutze Fund
- Mattison Fund
- Men's Endowment Fund
- Michael Fund
- Philputt Fund
- Rowley Ministerial Fund
- Star Supporter Fund
- Youth Empowerment Fund.
Seminary (selection of)
I am interested in becoming an ordained minister in the Disciples of Christ. Can I attend a seminary other than those affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) if those closest to me are not close enough given my family life and work life?
The short answer to your question is yes, you may attend seminaries other than strictly Disciples affiliated seminaries. Your first step would be to talk with your pastor. Your second step should be to talk with your regional minister. To find out who your regional minister is, either ask your pastor or review the list posted at www.disciples.org or visit Higher Education Leadership Ministries.
Special event registration
How do I register for ...
... Disciples Volunteering projects? Visit the Disciples Volunteering Web pages.
... Children Welcome!? Visit the Children Welcome! site.
Statistics
How many congregations comprise the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)? 3,685 congregations
How many Disciples belong to the denomination in North America? 660,719 total members
How many Disciples pastor serve the church? 7,127 pastors
Source: 2010 Year Book and Directory of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
For questions about these statistics, contact Howard Bowers.
Web master
How do you reach the web master? Do you have a question or comment about the Web site? If so, please contact the webmaster.
Work trips/Volunteers
How do I volunteer for a work trip? First, review the Disciples Volunteering resource manual. There you'll find loads of information-including a list of more than 200 locations with project descriptions and contact persons seeking groups of volunteers. Then, begin planning your trip! You can order your copy for $5 per congregation and $7.50 for extra copies or for non-Disciples congregations by contacting Brenda Tyler, (317) 713-2642.
Where do I find information on how to lead a work trip. First, check out our resources: Disciples Volunteering resource manual and/or Get Dirty for Jesus. Contact Brenda Tyler, (317) 713-2642 to get your copy. Brenda can answer most of your questions.
What about "how to" materials? We have developed two key resources that are updated yearly:
- Get Dirty for Jesus: A user-friendly manual with helpful guides to design and implement a work trip;
- Disciples Volunteering: a list of more than 200 locations with project descriptions and contact persons seeking groups of volunteers.
Yearbook
How do I access the online Yearbook and disclosure forms?
The year book form can be found at the Disciples.org Web site. Questions related to the Yearbook & Directory can be directed to Howard Bowers.
