Frequently Asked Questions
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Alphabet soup
Ever wonder what all of those Disciples acronyms mean ... like
DOC, CWF and WOC? Click here
to find out!
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Ask Disciples Home Missions
Do you have a question that we should include on this page? If
so, submit your question here.
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Background checks
Find out why background checks are now part of the Search and Call process.
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Calling Disciples Home Missions
How do I contact Disciples Home Missions offices? You
can reach us toll-free at (888) 346-2631. If you prefer to call
staff directly, visit the staff page for individual staff phone
numbers. We have provided direct contact telephone numbers on the
FAQ pages.
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Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Tell me more about the denomination. Information
is available at the denominational Web site at www.disciples.org.
Also, in Disciples of Christ: Past and Future,
Minister and author John Cunyus traces the history of the Christian
Church (Disciples of Christ) from its Reformation roots to the present
day. The complete text is available at
no cost at www.johncunyus.com/disciplesofchrist.html.
The book is presented in brief chapters, heavily
footnoted, with review questions for class and small-group discussion.
The book's appendices include three significant documents in the
history of the movement: "The Last Will and Testament of the
Springfield Presbytery," by Barton Stone; the Thirteen Proposition
from "The Declaration and Address" of Thomas Campbell;
and articles I through IV of the Design of the Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ).
Jobs
How do I apply for positions within Disciples Home Missions?
Check our staff
pages for job openings or contact Jennie
King at (317) 713-2679.
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Mission Centers
How are All
Peoples Christian Center, Inman
Christian Center, Kentucky
Appalachian Ministry, and Yakama
Christian Mission Center, related to DHM?
The Mission Centers are the North American home mission
centers for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
DHM serves to give visibility to the life
and work of the Centers.
Each Center is governed by its own board.
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Refugee assistance
How can my congregation sponsor a refugee? Start
by reading our online information.
If you still have questions, contact Linda
Williamson in the office of Refugee and Immigration
Ministries at (317) 713-2643.
How can my congregation get help to assist a person with an immigration
problem? Contact Jennifer
Riggs in the office of Refugee and Immigration Ministries at
(317) 713-2643.
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Resources
Where do I find resources related to ...
... Get Disciples Home Missions resources. To get
your copy, contact Lois
Robinson at (317) 713-2677, or download it from the DHM Web site. Note that some prices have changed and a new resource guide will be available before General Assembly.
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Scholarships
Does Disciples Home Missions offer scholarships for higher
education and continuing education? Yes.
We offer these scholarships:
- Clergy Continuing Education
- Lay Continuing Education
- Disciples Chaplains Scholarship
- J. Soongook Choi Fund
- Kagiwada Memorial Fund
- Katherine Schutze Fund
- Mattison Fund
- Men's Endowment Fund
- Michael Fund
- Philputt Fund
- Rowley Ministerial Fund
- Star Supporter Fund
- Youth Empowerment Fund.
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Seminary (selection of)
I am interested in becoming an ordanied minister in the Disciples of Christ. Can I attend a seminary other than those affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) if those closest to me are not close enough given my family life and work life?
The short answer to your question is yes, you may attend seminaries other than strictly Disciples affiliated seminaries. Your first step would be to talk with your pastor. Your second step should be to talk with your regional minister. To find out who your regional minister is, either ask your pastor or review the list posted on the www.disciples.org/region/index.htm Web site.
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Special event registration
How do I register for ...
... Disciples Volunteering projects? Visit the
Disciples Volunteering Web pages.
... Children Welcome!? Visit the Children
Welcome! site.
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Statistics
How many congregations comprise the Christian Church (Disciples
of Christ)? 3,792 congregations
How many Disciples belong to the denomination in North America?
834,037 total members; 537,658 participating
members
How many Disciples pastor serve the church? 7,007
pastors
Source: 2000 Year Book and Directory
of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
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Web master
How do you reach the web master? Do you have a question or comment
about the Web site? If so, submit your question
here.
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Work trips/Volunteers
How do I volunteer for a work trip?
First, review the Disciples Volunteering resource
manual. There you'll find loads of information—including
a list of more than 200 locations with project descriptions
and contact persons seeking groups of volunteers. Then,
begin planning your trip! You can order your copy for $5
per congregation and $7.50 for extra copies or for non-Disciples
congregations by contacting Brenda
Tyler, (317) 713-2642.
Where do I find information on how to lead a work trip.
First, check out our resources: Disciples Volunteering resource manual and/or Get Dirty for Jesus.
You can order copies for $5 per congregation and $7.50 for
extra copies or for non-Disciples congregations by contacting
Brenda Tyler,
(317) 713-2642. Brenda can answer most of your questions.
Do you offer leader development training trips? Yes,
we offer at least one each year. Contact Brenda
Tyler, (317) 713-2642, for details or visit the Office of Disciples Volunteering Web pages.
Volunteer groups also are needed for disaster recovery in the Gulf Coast and in Kansas. Visit the Office of Disciples Volunteering Web pages to learn more.
What about "how to" materials? We
have developed two key resources that are updated yearly:
- Get Dirty for Jesus: A user-friendly
manual with helpful guides to design and implement a work trip;
- Disciples Volunteering: a list of more
than 200 locations with project descriptions and contact persons
seeking groups of volunteers.
You can order copies for $5 per congregation
and $7.50 for extra copies or for non-Disciples congregations
by contacting Brenda
Tyler, (317) 713-2642.
How can our congregation raise money for a work trip? Review
Get Dirty for Jesus (see above) or visit the Office of Disciples Volunteering
Web site.
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Yearbook
How do I access the online Yearbook and disclosure forms?
The year book form can be found at the Disciples.org Web site. Questions related to the Yearbook & Directory can be directed to Howard Bowers.
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