National Benevolent Association Mission and Ministry Grant Program: 20 Projects Funded to Support Older Adults and At-Risk Children and Youth in 2018-19

Through its Mission and Ministry Grants Program, the National Benevolent Association of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is granting a total of $157,900 to 20 Disciples projects and ministries working with older adults and at-risk children and youth.

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NBA Board of Trustees Meets in Dallas-Fort Worth, Alongside Christian Church Foundation

Board members of the National Benevolent Association met November 8-10 in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX. NBA board members, staff, and guests enjoyed networking time and a joint dinner with board members, staff, and guests of the Christian Church Foundation.

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Welcoming the 2018-19 NBA XPLOR Residents!

Meet the fifth cohort of NBA XPLOR Residents, beginning the 2018-19 XPLOR program year!

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In Memoriam: Rev. Dr. Samuel W. Hylton, Jr.

NBA celebrates the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Samuel W. Hylton, Jr. (February 14, 1927 – July 4, 2018).

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NBA Announces Release of 2018 Application for Mission and Ministry Grants Program

NBA is receiving applications for Disciples congregations and health and social service ministries interested in an NBA Mission and Ministry Grant!

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NBA Board of Trustees Meets in St. Louis

Members of the Board of Trustees for the National Benevolent Association of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) met together June 7-9 in St. Louis, MO, for their Spring 2018 in-person meeting.

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NBA + OGMP On the Road: Connecting Communities of Compassion and Care

With stops in Texas, Ohio, and California, we traveled with Rev. Terri Hord Owens for a variety of partner visits, special events, and conversations.

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NBA Mental Health Initiative Supports Clergy Care

The NBA Mental Health Initiative has five core vision areas of its work, with clergy care at the heart of what we do. We know we cannot truly develop the other four areas without healthy, supported clergy throughout the life of the church.

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Keeping Up the Good Work

After nearly three years of serving with the NBA, I’ve come to realize that our work is never done. The most meaningful moments I’ve had here—the ones that really bring the stories of this work to life—happen when experiencing true community.

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NBA Announces Staffing Updates for 2018

The NBA is grateful for the commitment of our team and is pleased to announce staffing updates for 2018. Please join us in recognizing these staff members!

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