Jim Winkler, President and General Secretary, National Council of Churches, USA and Sharon Stanley-Rea, Director, Refugee and Immigration Ministries Salt & Light, our bi-annual lay/ clergy training event on October 16, was well-received under the theme “American Conversations: Race, Immigration, and Religion”. The event was graciously hosted by National City Christian Church, with over 40 persons in attendance, both in-person and virtually. […]
Read moreThe Governing Board of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA (NCC) met virtually for its biannual board meeting last week on October 13, 2021. For the first time in its 71-year history, the NCC Governing Board elected all women as officers. The officers began their two-year terms as follows: Bishop Teresa Jefferson Snorton, 5th Episcopal […]
Read morePlease remember to refer young adults who will be at a college or university this fall to Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) related campus ministries, chaplaincies, or Disciples of Christ congregations near campuses. Together, through mission partnerships, we can share with our young people the hope we have in Christ Jesus, especially in these challenging times. For University of Maryland, […]
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Shepherd Park Christian Church has set up a Little Free Pantry (LFP). LFPs are similar to Little Free Libraries, only with food and other supplies. Ours, located near the front of the church and can be accessed every day, 24- hours/day, is set up with: canned meats, fish, vegetables, pasta, pasta sauce, rice, soups, condiments, individual packages each containing a face […]
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On September 17, the Regional Board of the Christian Church Capital Area approved the report of the Interim Regional Minister Search Committee, that Rev. Jeffrey N. Stinehelfer be called to the position of Interim Regional Minister. Rev. Stinehelfer accepted the Call, and will begin service on September 28. A graduate of Heidelberg University (OH) and Yale Divinity School (CT), […]
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Dear Church: We write to you in unprecedented times to share some unprecedented news: In a special called meeting of the General Board of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) via Zoom on Sunday, July 19, 2020, the board voted to cancel the 2021 General Assembly originally scheduled for July 31-Aug. 4, 2021, in Louisville, KY. This was not a decision that […]
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The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) has begun a 7-part series sponsored by Reconciliation Ministry and the Office of General Minister and President called “Love is an Action Word.” The registration link is: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XNRKsKCGSimFrYVdOV9l2QAdditional information is on the www.disciples.org website. Upcoming Sessions:• Aug. 13 – Love is an Action Word: Indigenous peoplesDisciples reflect on the policies, practices, and theology that shape […]
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At the February 1 meeting of the Capital Area Regional Board, the Rev. Allen V. Harris offered his letter of resignation as Regional Minister. Please read the entire letter here. The Rev. Delancy Catlett, Moderator of the Region, will be working with others within the leadership of the Region as well as with denominational leaders to ensure a smooth transition […]
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The Year at SPCC 2018 Shepherd Park Christian Church has had a busy year since our last Anniversary. Here are some of the events we held: We called a new pastor, Rev. Terri McLellan, and had a beautiful installation ceremony. Rev. Terri has worked with local outreach, restarted the Bible School and Midweek Bible Study, and welcomed new members to […]
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The Christian Women’s Fellowship of Shepherd Park Christian Church is pleased to invite you to participate in our Blanket “Month of Sundays” October 21- November 11, 2018 Once again the Christian Women’s Fellowship (CWF) is sponsoring our Blanket Month of Sundays! This year, a month of Sundays is designated to help support the Church World Service’s Blanket project, which sends […]
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