Join New Church Ministry in Celebrating Black History Month

Thank you to New Church Ministry for compiling this list, highlighting these nine special contributors to our Disciples past and present. Learn more>

Women Empowering Women in MInistry

On Monday, February 2nd we had a fantastic Women Empowering Women gathering in Macon, Missouri. Hats off and thank you to Christina Hayworth and Macon First Christian Church for hosting us, serving a lovely lunch with all the trimmings and providing a safe place for women in ministry and those there to support them; engaging, making connections, and building lasting relationships, and spiritual partners! We were blessed with a visit from Elena Huegel from Global Ministries Thank you Elena for sharing with us!  

Rev. Tim Whitmore Ordained

Congratulations to Rev. Tim Whitmore who was ordained last Sunday at First Christian Church in Warrensburg. He is pictured here (at front) with Regional Minister Paul Koch (back right) and other supporting clergy colleagues.

Thinking about Ordination?

Are you, or someone you love, a commissioned minister who has been in good standing at least seven years in the Mid-America Region? Or perhaps you are a commissioned minister who has completed, or are close to completing, a certificate program like CMLT at Phillips Seminary, or have received a Masters in Theological Studies from an accredited school?

The Regional Commission on the Order of Ministry is looking for its next cohort of ministers who meet the above requirements and would like to explore a path from commission to ordination. Please reach out to Associate Regional Minister Rev. David Woodard to learn more or express interest in pursuing this path towards ordination.

CCMA Board & Staff Meet

Last Wednesday, our Mid-America staff and board met for a retreat day of reflection, grounding, communication, and planning. We were hosted by First Christian Church in Fayette and their pastor, and our board secretary, Rev. Sharae Kelley. We thank them for sharing their lovely space, warm hospitality, and delicious, plentiful food.

Thanks also to our volunteer board members who provide ongoing direction for our ministry activities, especially our Moderator Rev. Charles Williams.

We ask for your prayers as we come away from the day aware of some challenges, renewed in a spirit of collaboration, and excited to more fully connect Region-wide, living the Good News and being the Church we say we are!