Janice Robinson Newborn Janice Newborn, longtime staff in general church ministries and originator of the Disciples Women’s Woman-to-Woman program, passed away April 21, 2020, in Claremont, CA, at the age of 91. She was the spouse of the Rev. Ernest J. Newborn, Sr., who passed away in November of 2019. Executive Director of Disciples Women. Rev. Dr. […]
Disciples Home Missions
Originator of Woman-to-Woman journeys passes away
Resources for congregations during the COVID-19 crisis
The general ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) are working together to support congregations through the upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay connected for the most recent news and updates: Disciples News Service (news and updates for the whole church) Disciples Together (primarily for pastors) Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Are U.S. churches eligible […]
General ministries preparing guidance on federal aid
As the United States Federal government response to COVID-19 unfolds, congregations and ministries are asking questions about resources that may be available to 501c3s and employment law matters that should be considered. The financial ministries – Christian Church Foundation, Disciples Church Extension Fund, and Pension Fund of the Christian Church – are partnering to produce a statement that will […]
Disciples Men declare “I Am My Brother’s Keeper”
Standing with each other against a culture of self-interest and greed, Sessions 2020 will focus on the ways that Disciples Men make a difference. The quadrennial gathering of men will be this summer, July 10-12, at Texas Christian University. “We started planning the day after Sessions 2016,” said Ron Petrick, moderator elect and lead planner for the event. “We nailed down […]
Immigration counsel position opening
Title: Immigration Legal Counsel Reports To: President of Disciples Home Missions Team: Refugee and Immigration Ministries Job Location: Continental U.S., with access to a mid-sized or larger airport Salary: $39,000 Status: […]
