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Page · Updated: February 6, 2025

Christian Education & Faith Formation

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[…] Vacation Bible Schools, liturgies, Bible studies, camp songs, corporate prayers, scripture recitation, and even predictable components of worship are all forms of Christian Education that many of us have come to know and value.  Faith Formation is the intentional development of authentic, relational, vulnerable, communing relationship with God and all God’s creation. Faith Formation […]
Resource · Updated: January 7, 2025

Allied Against Hate — A Toolkit for Congregations

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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[…] the racist killings." Associated Press, August 29, 2023, https://apnews.com/article/deadly-shooting-florida-store-racebd2bf9591f40903a923dbd8a46d8fb97. iv Sganga, Nicole. "What to know about the civil trial over Charlottesville’s deadly ‘Unite the Right’ rally." CBS News, November 19, 2021, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/charlottesvilleunite-the-right-rally-trial-what-to-know/. v Gergely, Julia. "Gov. Hochul unveils new plan to combat antisemitism in New York." Jewish Telegraphic Agency, September 19, 2023, https://www.jta.org/2023/09/19/ny/gov-hochulunveils-new-plan-to-combat-antisemitism-in-new-york. vi […]
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Disciples Men

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[…] Compassion, and Christ-likeness. Stay Connected with Disciples Men  Disciples Men would love to be able to communicate directly anyone interested in receiving our updates and/or The Voice Newsletter.  If you are interested in receiving updates and The Voice, please subscribe to our mailing list!  Subscribe to our mailing list  Resources Use the tools below […]
Resource · Updated: January 7, 2025

Handprint on Congregational Transformation

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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[…] spiritual journey that a congregation systemically undertakes in order to realize what God has called it to be as church and to do in mission in today’s world. Transformation is a fundamental change in the congregation’s conception and implementation of ministry. A transforming congregation will be oriented around mission to the unchurched, nurturing them […]
Resource · Updated: January 7, 2025

Building Vibrant, Faithful Conversations about Justice

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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[…] What it Means to be Anti-Racist by Anna North • THE GOSPEL COALITION: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Christian Nationalism by Patrick Schreiner • BBC: Climate Change - A Really Simple Guide • THE NEW YORK TIMES: When the Border Crisis is in Your Back Yard by Eli Saslow, photos by […]
Resource · Updated: May 2, 2025

C.A.R.E. Sundays

by Elijah Darden

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[…] you engage creative ministry with children and families. For every day we are with all of creation, we are becoming like Jesus. The caterpillar, a precious example of becoming, rests at the bottom of each lesson to remind us why we learn together in church. Our design team offers this ministry with joy and hope.
Resource · Updated: March 7, 2025

Refugee and Immigration Ministry Tools

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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Seeking to be a source of trusted information/resources for local congregations, Regions, and ministries Justice & Advocacy Ministries offers the following curated list of the articles, explainers, and videos about refugee and immigration ministries: Including Know Your Rights, Videos from Attorney Ocloo, Ways to Stay Informed, Ways to Take Action, and More...
Resource · Updated: May 16, 2025

Celebrating the International Day of Biological Diversity

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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[…] this amazing planet and all the life that it supports.  A day to recognize that the human race is not somehow apart and separate from the natural world but intricately connected.  To not only feel the interconnectedness between the vast diversity of people but to also include the vast diversity of all forms of […]
Resource · Updated: January 8, 2025

Disciples Women Interregional Event Planning Guide

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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[…] fellowship in enjoyable and innovative ways. To ensure a successful event, interregional groups can refer to the following guidelines as a helpful tool. These guidelines should be used in conjunction with the organizer’s expertise, institutional knowledge, and understanding of the audience’s needs. It is important to remember that there is no one correct way […]
Resource · Updated: January 7, 2025

Lenten Lectionary Reflections – Year B

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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[…] No to the Culture of Now (Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 2014). Ray Waddle "African American churches offer lessons in resilience," The Tennessean (June 25, 2015), https://www.tennessean.com/story/ news/religion/2015/06/26/african-american-churches-offer-lessons-r esilience/29303801/ Lent 3, March 7 Exodus 20:1-17; Psalm 19; 1 Corinthians 1:18-25; John 2:13-22 The covenant between God and God’s people (represented here by the foundational […]
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Disciples Youth

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[…] of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Our mission is to cultivate an intergenerational community committed to living out the radical love of Jesus Christ in today’s world.   Our Identity Statement:   “We are dreamers and doers, advocates and allies, seekers and sojourners—all journeying together toward a deeper understanding of God, self, and community.” – […]
Page · Updated: May 1, 2025

Disciples Women’s Ministries

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[…] Project 2025 General Assembly Worship Resources:  Prayer & Benediction (One-page hand-out) in English and Spanish.   Prayer & Benediction (10 cards per sheet) in English and Spanish.  Earth Day Worship Resource for Disciples Women DWM Newsletter Sign Up to Receive the Disciples Women’s Ministries e-Newsletter today! Sign Up Now! If you are a Disciples and a woman, then you are a Disciples […]
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Disciples Young Adults

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[…] are a diverse community of young adults within the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) who are committed to building inclusive spaces, deconstructing harmful narratives and transforming the world through radical compassion and relentless advocacy. This is a place where your story matters, your voice is heard, and your passion fuels real change.  Our Mission:  […]
Resource · Updated: January 7, 2025

Week of the Laity 2024: Care in Plain Sight

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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Take some time to share the 2024 Week of Laity Resource “Care in Plain Sight” with your church, friends, and family. Rev. Dr. Milton Keys has given us beautiful reflections on how to be more intentional in our caring as Jesus cared, a call to action with partners is included, and an affirming litany […]
Resource · Updated: January 7, 2025

Kwanza 2021: Affirming Culture and God’s Creation

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration held in the United States and also celebrated in the Western African Diaspora in other nations of the Americas. The celebration honors African heritage in African-American culture, and is observed from December 26 to January 1, culminating in a feast and gift-giving.
Resource · Updated: April 16, 2025

Celebrating Earth Day

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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It is humbling to slow down enough to think how amazing this planet is and how the Earth provides everything we need to survive and thrive.  And not just for humanity but for all of life from the microscopic organisms to the Blue Whales.  The Earth is truly a gift from God.
Resource · Updated: January 7, 2025

Justice Definitions & Spiritual Discipline

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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Justice is first and foremost a relational term. Classically there are four types of justice: Distributive Justice, Procedural Justice, Retributive Justice, and Restorative Justice. The Spiritual Discipline “Holy Readings of the News” guides you through a conversation about justice as related to a contemporary issue of your choice. 
Resource · Updated: January 7, 2025

What Does the Bible Say about Refugees and Immigrants?

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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The Bible is a story of God’s intimate involvement with people as they live out their history. It is a story of movement and change as people and nations grow, mix, and take on various characteristics. It is a story of constantly renewed hopes for a better future, filled with stories of refugees and immigrants. 
Page · Updated: May 13, 2025

Green Chalice

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[…] your congregation grow networks and resources to faithfully engage in climate action, community care and creation care. Engage Justice and Creation Summer Fellowship Subscribe to Green Chalice Newsletter Become a Green Chalice Congregation Become a Climate Ambassador Engage Under the Engage tab you’ll find a full list of Upcoming and Past Events from Green […]
Resource · Updated: February 17, 2025

Nationwide Outcry Over Refugee Suspension & Funding Freeze: Over One Thousand Faith leaders and Faith Organizations Speak Out

by Brian Frederick-Gray

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[…] their initial days in the United States. Resuming refugee resettlement responds to core faith values and aligns with U.S. interests to promote peace and stability in the world. In the letter, faith leaders and faith organizations urge “members of Congress, President Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to ensure that […]