Christian Ministries Scholarships Available

The Christian Ministries Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance for those preparing for Christian ministries, both in seminary and undergraduate education. This fund is primarily aimed at supporting those persons from the Christian Church of Mid-America (CCMA) Region who are preparing for the Christian ministries. Our Disciples Women invite anyone interested to apply by May 31.

Rev. Heather Johnston Patten Ordained

Rev. Heather Johnston Patten (center in the brown and green stole) was ordained on Sunday, March 17 at her sponsoring congregation, First Christian Church of Fulton. She is now serving as the Associate Minister at First Christian Church in Jefferson City. Congratulations!

Rev. Lizzy Wolf Installed in Harrisonville

On Sunday, March 17th, Rev. Lizzy Wolf was installed as the new pastor for First Christian Church in Harrisonville. Rev. Dr. Phil Snider brought the sermon and Rev. Ron Routledge presided. Rev. Teresa Spear is pictured anointing Rev. Wolf with oil. A fellowship meal followed.

Black Ministers Retreat 2024 in Mid-America

This year's Black Ministers Retreat took place right here in Mid-America! Dozens gathered at the event for Music, Movement, and Memories. The program included the inspired preaching of Rev. Derrick Perkins (pictured), servant & pastor of Centennial CC in St. Louis. Also featured was excellent community engagement training by Eden Theological Seminary's Rev. Dr. Dietra Wise Baker; Participants were greeted and welcomed to the Region by Associate Regional Minister for Greater St. Louis Rev. David Woodard.  

Soooooo Close!

Thanks again to all congregations that completed their ALEX report! We are currently at 47% reporting and would love to reach the point of half of our congregations represented. Have the data but missed the deadline? No problem! Contact the St. Louis office by the end of the month and we'll enter it for you. Thank you!

SCCC Welcomes New Pastors

St. Charles CC has welcomed Pastor Craig Kirby-Grove (pictured on left), as their interim minister and Pastor Ellie Stahr (pictured with her husband Zack and son Spencer) as their new full-time Associate Minister. Pastor Ellie will be guiding the youth. The congregation is very happy that they have joined SCCC.

Might Makes Right - A Story of Conflict

During this season of Lent, I’ve been listening to the stories of Jesus and teachings of the early Christian community as remembered by those closest to the scene. Knowing that passivity is never justification for tolerating abusive behavior, we are left to struggle with what it means to be followers of an insurrectionist rabbi in a culture that admires power over solidarity. I want to endure, identify, advocate, oppose, push and shove. But I’m finally left with the wisdom that comes from the crucifixion of Jesus.

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. Hebrews 12:1-3 (NIV)

Read Dr. Goode's whole article here>

Willow Street CC 150th Anniversary

Willow Street Christian Church celebrated their 150th anniversary last weekend with three days of special events. At the Saturday evening banquet an anniversary certificate was presented to their pastor Rev. Angela Williams (pictured) by Associate Regional Minister Rev David Woodard. Congratulations on 150 years of ministry and service in Hannibal!