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Greetings, Church!
I pray that you all enjoyed a meaningful Memorial Day weekend! The Great River Region had more than our share of storms over the weekend. Please remember to reach out to Rev. Ronny Nowell – our GRR Disaster Response Coordinator – if your church building or members of your congregation received damage. The Week of Compassion stands ready to help in a multitude of ways.
Many of you have already seen the notification that our General Minister and President – Rev. Terri Hord Owens – will be leading a 3-week Zoom study on The Faith We Affirm by Ronald Osborn. This study will be held for the next three consecutive Tuesday nights at 6:00 beginning tonight. Everyone is invited to attend one, two or all three sessions! This will be a fabulous opportunity for those who are new to the Disciples of Christ or for those of us who would simply benefit from a reminder of our identity as members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
From the OGMP’s office:
“The whole church is invited to join Rev. Terri Hord Owens, General Minister and President, for a churchwide study of The Faith We Affirm by Ronald Osborn starting May 27. Clarity about the basics of our faith and God's covenant of love is more important than ever. We identify as a movement for wholeness, as people of the Bible, and as an anti-racist church that affirms the limitless love of God through how we practice our faith. All are welcome to attend one or all three sessions in this three-part, interactive, churchwide study.”
Register here.
Rev. Alison Robuck
Interim Regional Minister
| | REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! | | Register today for the Great River Region Disciples Women Fall Retreat. Payments may be mailed to the office or brought to the retreat. There is information in the registration form and once you have registered, a confirmation email will be sent out on Fridays. It will include a copy of the general schedule. Don't forget to invite someone who has never come to retreat before. | | |
BROWN BAG CLERGY ZOOM with Special Guest
Rev. Kevin McNeil, Interim Regional Minister of the Tennessee Region
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28TH, 2025
11:30-12:15
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Our Brown Bag Clergy Zoom gathering will resume tomorrow, Wednesday, May 28th at 11:30! We will have the joy of being joined by Rev. Kevin McNeil, Interim Regional Minister for the Tennessee Region of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Kevin will be joining us to discuss our upcoming General Assembly which will be held in Memphis, TN, July 12th-15th.
Bring your open hearts and burning questions about General Assembly, as well as a joy-filled “Happy Birthday” for Rev. McNeil, as we gather by Zoom! Grab a bite to eat and come hear about the exciting opportunities for fellowship, worship and a very important message about the need for volunteers to make this summer’s Assembly a huge success! As a neighboring region to Tennessee, we are in a fabulous position to pitch in and help make the General Assembly run smoothly with a little of our own southern hospitality!
Hope to see you on the call! Check your email for the Zoom link.
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It’s all about layers.
God breathing life into dust. Moses leading people into freedom. Hagar calling on God to remember His covenant. Mary saying yes. Jesus breaking bread. Young people seeing visions. Elders dreaming dreams.
Your participation in the Pentecost Offering on June 1 and 8 lays down another layer. Gifts to this Special Day Offering are divided between the regions in which they are collected and New Church Ministry.
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Arkansas State Fellowship
Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.
Location: Mount Beulah Christian Church, 2301 Main Street, Pine Bluff, AR , 71611
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Date: Wednesday, June 26-28, 2025
Location: Christian Church of Deliverance, 4196 Highway 18, Port Gibson, MS
Theme: Above all else, We see god
Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2 and Jeremiah 29:13
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This is an in-person training.
Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Location: Christian Church of Deliverance, 4196 Highway 18, Port Gibson, MS
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Magnolia Camp and Conference
Grades 3rd-12th
We’re excited to announce that this year’s Magnolia Camp and Conference will be held at Seashore United Methodist Assembly in Biloxi, MS, from June 16-21, 2025. Be sure to mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details as the event approaches!
For more information, please contact Mrs. Josie McClorine or the Regional Office.
| | | Congregations in Search & Call | | |
Below are the congregations engaged in a search process to call a new pastor:
- FCC Mammoth Spring, AR
- Grace Point Christian Fellowship, Lake Charles, LA
- Christian Chapel CC, Port Gibson, MS - Senior Minister & Musician
- FCC Russellville, AR
- FCC Leesville, LA
* For information regarding church positions, please contact the Regional Office.
| | Clergy Fellowship Opportunities | |
- Northwest Arkansas Clergy - Every 3rd Wednesday
- Central Arkansas Clergy - May 27
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GA-2517 Town Hall on implementing changes to The Design
You’re invited to join us at a Town Hall on June 9th to learn more about the changes to the Design. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage, ask questions, and be part of the conversation. Register today at: https://bit.ly/TheDesignTownHall
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General Assembly Voting Representatives
In preparation for the 2025 General Assembly, your congregation will receive correspondence indicating how many voting representatives they will be allotted, based on this year’s ALEX Yearbook Reporting for 2024. Please submit your list of congregational representatives to the Office of the General Minister and President by June 1, 2025. Voting representatives can be submitted online, by mail, or onsite in Memphis.
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Yaya Connect - Disciples Home Missions
May Edition
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Do you believe in creating Holy Places where communities connect? If so, then join Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF) and make a difference.
It is searching for a Development Coordinator. In this position, you will be a linchpin in helping DCEF achieve its fundraising goals. This full-time remote role offers an opportunity to combine your development expertise and administrative acumen with a passion for ministry.
Applications due on June 6.
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General Assembly 2025
Registration and housing are now open for the 2025 General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). We will gather in person July 12th - 15th in Memphis, TN. This year’s General Assembly theme: “BEYOND” is based on Ephesians 3:20-21.
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- RCOM via Zoom - June 11-12, 2025
- Magnolia Camp and Conference - June 16-21, 2025
- Anti-Racism/Pro-Reconciliation Training - June 25, 2025
- General Assembly - July 12-15, 2025
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