by Nadine Compton | Dec 21, 2023 | Featured, News, Stories
Members of the LGBTQ+ community in the United States have experienced a growing wave of dangerous rhetoric and violence. But a small Disciples congregation in Texas has had an out-sized impact on turning that tide. When Gov. Greg Abbott of Texas signed legislation in...
by Nadine Compton | Dec 8, 2023 | Featured, News, Stories
When the new pastor of Memorial Christian Church walked by the “for sale” sign in the front yard in 2020, she expected a short, sad tenure with this small church in Peoria, Ill. Of course, that was before there were bouncy castles in the sanctuary. Started in 1963,...
by Nadine Compton | Dec 4, 2023 | Featured, News, Stories
Proximity to Los Angeles’ notoriously noxious air pollution intensifies San Fernando, Calif.’s effort to maintain its reputation as an agriculture center. But a tiny Disciples congregation may turn the tide. Focused on eco-spirituality since 2016, Mission Hills...
by Nadine Compton | Nov 21, 2023 | Featured, News
As winter approaches, thoughts turn to decorating for the holidays. But it’s a good idea to add winterizing to the list of late Fall activities, according to Disciples Church Extension Fund Building and Capital Services Advisor Jim Michel. “Maintaining your church so...
by Nadine Compton | Oct 20, 2023 | Featured, News, Stories
In 2014, First Christian Church (FCC) of Odessa, Texas, was not in a good place – figuratively or literally. Membership was down. The building had significant accessibility issues, including a shortage of parking the lack of a clear front entrance, a second story with...
