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SUMMARY:Apply for the 2026 SENT Cohort!
DESCRIPTION:Each year NBA selects a cohort of new faith-rooted social entrepreneurs to be a part of a community of support and growth. Those selected to be a part of our Cohort will be in an active process of formation and conversation following their initial involvement in our SENT Seminar. This 12-month journey will begin with our SENT Seminar\, which introduces our social entrepreneurs to their cohort of innovative leaders and will provide them with a tailored curriculum to help launch their projects. Over the year\, our cohort will also participate in four Cohort Huddles: a combination of virtual workshops and in-person gatherings.. Throughout this process\, the group will be provided with specialized coaching to help support and strengthen their social enterprise. Cohort members will also have access to NBA resources such as: \n\n   Project featured one or more times through shared NBA materials\n   Access to short-term consultations with NBA-related professionals/consultants\n   Opportunity to apply for assistance with site visits to similar projects/organizations\n   Ongoing communications and learning/networking opportunities through NBA.\n   Micro-funding to offset start-up expenses\n\nProjected Huddle Dates\nThere will be several opportunities for this group to come together. Those tentative dates are below. \nNovember 13\, 2025: virtual Orientation\nJanuary 22-25\, 2026: in person Huddle\, tentatively Altanta\nApril 24-25\, 2026 virtual Huddle\nJune 4-7\, 2026: Leaders R&R Retreat\, tenatively Ashville\, NC\nAugust 21-22\, 2026 virtual Huddle\nOctober 15-18\, 2026 in person Huddle\, tentatively Chicago\, IL \n  \nEquity Statement\nIn alignment with the NBA’s commitment to prioritize the work of reconciliation and anti-racism\, the Social Entrepreneurship Program is dedicated to supporting and prioritizing social enterprises that are led by or serve historically marginalized\, under-represented\, and under-resourced people groups. In our efforts to dismantle white supremacy\, we are sensitive to Cohort Applications that are addressing systemic needs\, and place justice and equity at the center of their organization. \n  \nEligibility\n\nHealth and Social Service / Social Justice Oriented: seeks to meet a social\, emotional\, physical or justice need in context\nDiverse: represents a diverse leadership\, membership or audience it serves\nInnovative: provides a unique service or in a uniquely effective way\nAligned With Mission of NBA: “creating communities of compassion & care”\nPhase of Development: project is in the Idea\, Start-Up\, or Launch phase\nFiling: desires to build a project that will funciton as a non-profit\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/2026-sent-cohort/
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SUMMARY:NBA at 2025 General Assembly
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) General Assembly\, is taking place July 12-15 in Memphis\, Tennessee. This year’s General Assembly theme\, “BEYOND\,” is based on Ephesians 3:20-21: Now to the one who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine\, according to the power that is at work within us\, to them be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations\, forever and ever. Amen! \n \nNBA is grateful for your support\, and for those making a donation to NBA around the 2025 Disciples General Assembly\, we have something special in return for you! We will have limited edition t-shirts available to those making a donation of $45 or more during the 2025 General Assembly. Supplies are limited so make your gift today by visiting nbacares.org/donate. \nThank you for joining us in this work to support and nurture Bold Visions & Dreams! \n  \nThe National Benevolent Association will be onsite in Memphis. Learn more about the work of NBA by attending one of our events\, stopping at our booth in the exhibit hall or attending one of our workshops during the conference! \nDHM/NBA Chaplains Association Dinner: Friday\, July 11\, 6:00pm\nRooms 204/205 (Level 2)\nDisciples Home Ministries (DHM)\, in partnership with NBA\, is hosting a pre-event dinner for Chaplains attending General Assembly. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with and encourage each other\, meet DHM’s new Director of Chaplaincy and Specialized Ministries\, and learn how NBA is supporting chaplains through our mission of creating communities of compassion and care. Tickets are available for purchase in the 2025 GA registration process. \nNBA Luncheon: Sat. July 12\, 11:45 am\nBallroom A (Level 2)\nJoin NBA staff and partner ministries on Saturday\, July 12 from 11:45 am to 1:15 pm for lunch\, conveniently located inside the Memphis Convention Center. The luncheon will be served buffet style and food will be available starting at 11:45 a.m. Come on in\, grab your food\, and hear about the work NBA is doing in Disciples regions across the United States\, Canada and Puerto Rico. You can purchase a seat to attend the luncheon during the 2025 GA registration process. Seats are limited\, so get your tickets now before they run out! \n  \n\n\nWellness Hour for Body\, Mind\, Spirit Stewardship Event: Sun. July 13\, 3:00pm\nRoom 101 (Level 1)\nJoin us on Sunday\, July 13 from 3:00 pm-4:30 pm for a special Wellness Hour for Mind\, Body\, and Spirit. This interactive gathering will include reflective and restorative practices designed to support holistic well-being and insights from Rev. Joselyn Spence\, NBA Director of Mental Health and Wellness\, as she shares about the work of the Mental Health and Wellness Program and how it is supporting communities across the life of the church. It is also a celebration of the NBA Dr. Mark Poindexter Wellness Fund: A Fund to Support Body\, Mind\, and Spirit and Dr. Poindexter’s completed ultramarathon race to benefit NBA’s Mental Health and Wellness Program in June 2025.  \nThere is no cost to attend this event. You can indicate your interest in the event by selecting it during the 2025 GA registration process. \n  \n\nSunday Evening Worship Service: Sun. July 13\, 7:00pm\nSunday evening’s 2025 GA worship service will feature Rev. April Lewton\, NBA Vice President of Development and Marketing. Rev. Lewton will be co-preaching the service with Rev. Brian Kirk\, pastor of First Christian Church in St. Joseph\, MO. \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nNBA Workshops\nNBA staff will be leading or participating in several workshops at the 2025 GA. To attend one of these workshops simply select them during the registration process\, or if you have already registered you can modify your existing registration to add the workshops. \nMonday\, July 14th \n\n\n8:45am      Grant Writing Beyond the Basics: Mastering the Art of Compelling Grant Proposals (Room 101\, Level 1) \n\nLed by Kara Whitehouse\, NBA Operations and Grants Management Coordinator\nDesigned for both congregational and nonprofit leaders\, this workshop offers the opportunity for current and/or potential grant writers the opportunity to dive deeper into the art of writing a compelling grant proposal through hands-on learning\, discussion and small-group work.\n\n\n10:15am    BEYOND Silos and Single Issues: Equipping Communities for Intersectional Justice Work (Room 110\, Level 1)\n\nFeaturing Rev. Angel Luis Rivera-Agosto\, NBA Community Engagement Senior Coordinator\, Justice Initiatives\nIn this Workshop facilitated by Disciples Justice Ministries\, participants will come away with an understanding of an intersectional approach to justice work through variety of activities\, small group conversations\, and embodied prayer practices. Participants will have the opportunity to share their stories\, learn from fellow Disciples\, and draw on the resources of the wider church in moving beyond silos and single issues and towards serving as a community of intersectional justice work.\n\n\n\nTuesday\, July 15th \n\n8:45am      We Need Care Too: Soul Medicine and Practices for Spiritual and Mental Health Providers’ Wellness and Support (Room 106\, Level 1)\n \n\nLed by Rev. Joselyn Spence\, NBA Director of Mental Health and Wellness and featuring members of NBA’s Mental Health Equity Cohort \nThis workshop will provide clergy\, community leaders\, and care providers with an interactive experience of self and communal care focused on navigating grief\, storytelling\, rituals of healing\, developing affinity groups for nourishing optimal joy\, how to ask for support\, and sacred breath: integrating symbols of faith and mindfulness. This experience is based on a toolkit created by NBA’s 2023-2025 Mental Health Equity Cohort for clergy\, community leaders and care providers to learn and practice a variety of forms of self and community care to empower leaders\, enhance understanding\, and support their resilience with healing.\n\n\n8:45am      Becoming a Silver Chalice Ministry: Engaging Older Adults (Room 110\, Level 1)\n\nFeaturing Rev. Dr. Paul Koch\, Rev. Lina Eddy\, and Rev. Kimberly Weir\, members of NBA’s Older Adult Ministry Innovative Conversations Group\nThe Silver Chalice Ministry workshop is for those wanting to enhance\, encourage\, and thoroughly engage the older adults in their ministry and community at large. While the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) recognizes the importance of utilizing the gifts and serving the needs of disciples of ALL ages\, the intent of Silver Chalice is to provide our ministries concrete tools and resources to help us go BEYOND to serve and to celebrate the incredible value and wisdom of the older adults in our midst.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNBA Exhibit Hall Booth\nBooth 148\n\n\nComing to 2025 GA? Be sure to visit our booth in the exhibit hall. Our booth\, #148\, will have plenty of space to sit and chat with people—come on in and make some new friends! You will also have opportunities to learn more about NBA’s program areas through special highlight sessions we’ll be holding throughout the four-day event. (Note: all times within each program highlight area time are approximate.) \nSaturday\, July 12th \n\nCommunity Engagement & Justice  1:45pm-5:00pm\n\n1:45pm: Peer Learning and Wellness Groups – WHAT? WHY? HOW? And WHAT ELSE?\n2:05pm: Peer Learning and Wellness Groups – Testimonials: The Stories Behind our Peer Group Stories\n3:00pm: Wellness as part of Community Engagement Program with Rev. Joselyn Spence\n3:20pm: NBA Justice Initiatives Work – Mission\, Vision\, and Programmatic Goals\n4:00pm: NBA Asian/Pacific Islander Initiative – Supported by the Community Engagement Program\n4:15pm: API Cultural Experience – A Celebration of Diversity\n\n\n\nSunday\, July 13th \n\nMeet the NBA Team!   12:00pm-1:30pm\nOlder Adult Ministries  1:30pm-2:30pm\nYoung Adult Leadership Development & Black Women’s Leadership Experience 2:30pm-4:00pm\n\n2:30pm: Meet the New Director of Young Adult Leadership Development\, Rev. Bere Gil Soto\n2:40pm: Meet the BWLE Residents and Staff\n2:50pm: Join the BWLE Residents in Developing Your Wellness Plan\n3:10pm: Young Adult Peer Groups Feud Game\n3:45pm: Young Adult Leadership Grants Overview\n\n\n\nMonday\, July 14th \n\n8:00am-12:00pm Social Entrepreneurship\n\n8:00am — Welcome & Opening Blessing from Director of Social Entrepreneurship\, Rev. Darnell Fennell\n8:15am — Social Entrepreneur Spotlights + Strength Songs (every 20 minutes)\n8:00am – 12:00pm (Ongoing) — Interactive Engagement Activities\n\n\n1:30pm-3:00pm Grants\n\n1:30pm:     Grants Introduction & 3 Main Granting Opportunities\n1:45pm:      GRANTEE SPOTLIGHT: BE THE NEIGHBOR – M&M + HSS\n2:00pm:     GRANTEE SPOTLIGHT: Zaemelys Ramos- YALD grants\n2:15pm:      Q/A Time with Grantees\n2:30pm:     Q/A Time with Kara\n\n\n\nTuesday\, July 15th \n\n1:30pm-5:30pm Mental Health & Wellness\n\n1:30pm: Soul Medicine at the Booth: Join NBA’s Mental Health Equity Cohort as they give a snapshot experience of their GA workshop “We Need Care Too” and published toolkit\, Soul Medicine: A Toolkit for Community Leaders and Care Providers.\n2:15pm: Meet the Mental Health and Wellness Team\n2:45pm: Soul Care Moment to Pause and Restore\n3:05pm: Yoga Wellness Session (Mats available!)\n3:40pm: BIPOC Clergy Retreat Info Session with Guests from General M Ministries\n4:10pm: MHW Addiction and Recovery Initiative Info Session\n4:45pm: Mental Health and Wellness Collaborative Roundtable (Open to ALL GA Attendees)\n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we’ll be sharing our space with 18 Disciples Health & Social Service Ministry partners—we encourage you to get to know them and the wide variety of caring and compassionate services they offer to communities all across North America. \nNBA Partner Ministries at GA \n\nAdvocates Embassy\nBe The Neighbor\nBees and Lavender\nCome As You Are Collective\nCultivating Caring Communities\nDisciples Access\nFlorida Senior Enrichment Center\nGrapevine\nGun Violence Prevention Advocacy\, Christian Church in Pennsylvania\nJuliette Fowler Communities\nMaking a Child Change Foundation\nMedCity Refuge\nOlder Adult Ministries\nRestore Clergy\nSouthern Christian Services for Children and Youth\nSouthwest Good Samaritan Ministries\nWoodhaven\nYOUR Place to Shine\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/ga2025/
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SUMMARY:What is the Silver Chalice Ministry: About a Resolution Before General Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Hear and discuss ideas and resources to best serve the kin-dom of God through the growing number of older adults in our congregations. Learn about the proposed Silver Chalice designation in the Resolution coming before the General Assembly\, and what implementation will entail. \nThe webinar will be led by Rev. Dr. Paul Koch\, Regional Minister of the Mid-America Region and author of the Silver Chalice Resolution.  He introduced and guided the Region to a unanimous vote to become the first Silver Chalice Region. Rev. Dr. Koch will be joined by Rev. Kimberly Weir and Rev. Lina Eddy\, all of whom are part of the Older Adult Ministry Innovative Conversations Group. \nThis webinar\, presented by the Older Adult Ministries\, will take place on Wednesday\, June 25th at 12:00pm ET/11:00am CT. There is no cost to attend. \n 
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/silver-chalice-ministry/
CATEGORIES:NBA Event,Older Adults
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SUMMARY:Mark Poindexter Ultramarathon Benefit Race
DESCRIPTION:Mark Is Running For Wellness!   \nThis summer\, Dr. Mark Poindexter is participating in the 2025 Summer Trail Fest Ultramarathon in Laingsburg\, Michigan to benefit the NBA Dr. Mark E. Poindexter Wellness Fund: A Fund to Support Body\, Mind\, and Spirit. This course is 50 kilometers (31 miles) in length\, and the money raised will support the NBA’s Mental Health and Wellness initiative.   \nHear from Mark on what inspired him to sign up to run an ultramarathon and the physical and mental challenges when training for a long-distance race. \nJoin us in supporting Mark by making a gift today. You could give a specific dollar amount\, such as $1\, $5\, $10\, $25 or more per mile. Or you can choose the amount you would like to give.  \n\n($1) Build the Sweat Club ($31 total) \n\n\n($5) My Back is Hurting Club ($155 total) \n\n\n($10) My Feet are Sore Club ($310 total) \n\n\n($25) The Last Mile Club ($775 total) \n\n\n_____ The Finish Line Club (Custom amount) \n\n  \nJoin us in supporting Mark and raise funds for wellness!  \n  \nSupport Mark and Wellness
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/poindexter-ultra/
CATEGORIES:NBA Event
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SUMMARY:Movement Chaplaincy Open House
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Joselyn Spence and Rev. Tiffany Curtis\, co-convenors of NBA’s Chaplain Peer Learning and Wellness Group\, are pleased to invite you to join our chaplains for an open house on Movement Chaplaincy! \nMovement Chaplaincy is the work of spiritual accompaniment to social justice movements and their leaders. In this webinar\, Rev. Elizabeth Nguyen will share her experience as a movement chaplain and lead an exploration of examples of spiritual support as part of movements for collective liberation drawing on wisdom from the Movement for Black Lives\, Standing Rock\, the struggle for a Free Palestine and the fight against deportations. Together\, attendees will think about how our skills fit with the needs of this political moment as the needs of our communities rise. \nThis open house will take place on Wednesday\, May 28th at 2:00pm ET/1:00pm CT. There is no cost to attend but registration is required. \nPanelists:  \n \nRev. Joselyn Spence\, LPC\, ATR\, RYT serves as the Director of the NBA’s Mental Health and Wellness Initiative. In this role\, Joselyn works to design and implement programs that promote holistic wellness across all NBA programs. This work is done through the creation of learning resources for clergy and community leaders\, addressing the needs of pastors in a variety of ministry settings\, sharing the stories that help to eliminate stigmas related to mental health and wellness. She is passionate about mental health care\, holistic wellness\, communal care ethics\, and spirituality. As a holistic wellness specialist\, she has worked at the intersection of these passions to develop research and provide empathic care to all she is called to serve. \nRev. Tiffany Curtis is trained as a clinical chaplain\, spiritual director\, and facilitator\, and has worked extensively as a community organizer and in prison settings. She serves as a Peer Group Convener for NBA and has ongoing commitments to grassroots community work in the U.S.\, Ecuador\, and Honduras. Tiffany grew up in a bilingual family and in an immigrant congregation in southern California. She now lives in New Mexico and is the minister of The Open Circle: A Disciples of Christ Community\, and is also the co-founder and lead organizer of the Santa Fe Faith Network for Immigrant Justice. Tiffany holds a B.A. from Chapman University in Peace Studies and Latin American Studies and an M.Div. from Harvard University. Tiffany is nourished by quality time with loved ones\, practicing yoga\, and being outside. \n \nRev. Elizabeth Nguyen co-directs the National Bail Fund Network with Community Justice Exchange. She is a Unitarian Universalist community minister affiliated with First Parish in Malden. She has helped to start multiple communities of justice and spirit including the Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network and the Sanctuary Boston. She previously supported youth-led social justice education\, co-founded an intentional housing cooperative\, and did national faith-based organizing. \n  \n  \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/movement-chaplaincy-open-house/
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SUMMARY:Soul Care Lunch Break
DESCRIPTION:Join NBA’s Director of Mental Health and Wellness\, Rev. Joselyn Spence\, for a midday moment to pause\, process\, and practice self-care as a part of Mental Health Awareness Month. This special 30-minute Soul Care lunch break is designed to give you space to breathe and engage wellness practices to nourish your mental health. \nThis webinar will take place on Wednesday\, May 28th at 12:30pm ET/11:30am CT. There is no cost to attend but registration is required. \n  \n \nRev. Joselyn Spence\, LPC\, ATR\, RYT serves as the Director of the NBA’s Mental Health and Wellness Initiative. In this role\, Joselyn works to design and implement programs that promote holistic wellness across all NBA programs. This work is done through the creation of learning resources for clergy and community leaders\, addressing the needs of pastors in a variety of ministry settings\, sharing the stories that help to eliminate stigmas related to mental health and wellness. She is passionate about mental health care\, holistic wellness\, communal care ethics\, and spirituality. As a holistic wellness specialist\, she has worked at the intersection of these passions to develop research and provide empathic care to all she is called to serve. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/soul-care-lunch-break/
CATEGORIES:Mental Health & Wellness,NBA Event
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Sunday Service and Live Talkback
DESCRIPTION:Join the NBA Mental Health and Wellness team and guests on Mental Health Sunday for an airing of our inaugural Mental Health Sunday service! After the service\, Rev. Joselyn Spence\, NBA’s Director of Mental Health and Wellness\, will host a talkback with special guests\, where you can ask questions and share your thoughts! You are encouraged to watch the service by scheduling a ‘watch party’ with your family\, friends\, Bible study group\, or congregation! \nThis webinar will take place on Sunday\, May 18th at 6:30pm ET/5:30pm CT. There is no cost to attend but registration is required. \nRev. Joselyn Spence\, LPC\, ATR\, RYT serves as the Director of the NBA’s Mental Health and Wellness Initiative. In this role\, Joselyn works to design and implement programs that promote holistic wellness across all NBA programs. This work is done through the creation of learning resources for clergy and community leaders\, addressing the needs of pastors in a variety of ministry settings\, sharing the stories that help to eliminate stigmas related to mental health and wellness. She is passionate about mental health care\, holistic wellness\, communal care ethics\, and spirituality. As a holistic wellness specialist\, she has worked at the intersection of these passions to develop research and provide empathic care to all she is called to serve. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/mental-health-sunday-service-and-live-talkback/
CATEGORIES:Mental Health & Wellness,NBA Event
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SUMMARY:Organizing Hope: Five Practices for Democratic Renewal
DESCRIPTION:Overwhelming political changes prompt organizations to be innovative and take responsibility for helping others fulfill their purposes in times of uncertainty. How can we transform our resources\, gifts\, and talents into effective mobilization and organization for change? How can we connect our hearts\, minds\, and hands to overcome inertia and inspire action? This webinar will present a roadmap for community organizing\, highlighting key steps for transformation from a grassroots perspective. It will also emphasize the crucial moral commitment to promote resourcefulness and civic action against authoritarianism. Join us as we work together toward justice\, peace\, and the pursuit of a fulfilling life. \nThe webinar will take place on Thursday\, May 15th at 7:30pm ET/6:30pm CT. There is no cost to attend the webinar. \n\nPresenter:  \n \nRev. Angel Luis Rivera–Agosto is NBA’s Community Engagement Senior Coordinator for Justice Initiatives\, where he creates and nurtures engagement strategies for the organization and its partners to transform the root causes of social injustice. Rev. Rivera-Agosto has 30 years of experience serving in various missional\, ecumenical\, and pastoral settings. He pastored the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) at Dajaos\, Bayamón (student pastor)\, and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) at Maricao Ward\, Vega Alta\, both congregations based in Puerto Rico. Most recently\, he served as the Global Relations Minister for Latin America and the Caribbean for Global Ministries for nine years. He also worked as the Puerto Rico Council of Churches Executive Secretary and Program Coordinator of several programs at the Latin American Council of Churches (CLAI\, acronym in Spanish)\, and the World Council of Churches. \nModerator:  \nRev. Héctor J. Hernández Marcial serves as Director of Community Engagement for NBA. In this role\, Héctor’s primary responsibility is to identify\, establish\, and deepen collaborative relationships that strengthen all NBA programs’ work and capacity. He also works with other NBA staff to design\, implement and evaluate programs with specific attention given to leadership development and advocacy/activism/organizing initiatives. In addition to that\, Hector also collaborates with all of NBA’s program areas to ensure diverse voices are included and heard equitably\, and supervises NBA’s Peer Learning and Wellness Groups. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/organizing-hope/
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Justice Initiatives,NBA Event
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SUMMARY:Resilience in Transition: Navigating Change and Nurturing Care
DESCRIPTION:In recent years\, our country has faced a whirlwind of challenges—from global crises to societal and political shifts\, which have led to increases in mental health challenges. As these changes continue to shape our world\, conversations about navigating change have never been more important. Join us for our annual Mental Health Awareness Month Webinar\, Resilience in Transition: Navigating Change and Nurturing Care! Our esteemed panelists will share faith-based insights and practical mental health and wellness strategies to navigate life’s transitions while nurturing wellness and fostering care for self and community. Through an engaging discussion and personal stories\, this webinar will offer inspiration\, tools\, and wisdom to empower individuals and communities to embrace change with resilience\, compassion\, and hope. \nThis webinar will take place on Wednesday\, May 14th at 2:00pm ET/1:00pm CT. There is no cost to attend but registration is required. \n  \nRegister Here \n  \nRev. Joselyn Spence\, LPC\, ATR\, RYT serves as the Director of the NBA’s Mental Health and Wellness Initiative. In this role\, Joselyn works to design and implement programs that promote holistic wellness across all NBA programs. This work is done through the creation of learning resources for clergy and community leaders\, addressing the needs of pastors in a variety of ministry settings\, sharing the stories that help to eliminate stigmas related to mental health and wellness. She is passionate about mental health care\, holistic wellness\, communal care ethics\, and spirituality. As a holistic wellness specialist\, she has worked at the intersection of these passions to develop research and provide empathic care to all she is called to serve. \n  \nCameron Cunningham\, M.Div.\, NBA Mental Health and Wellness Program Coordinator\, is a dedicated clergy\, religious educator\, and social advocate with a strong commitment to building faith communities and advancing holistic and social equity. Cameron’s work is driven by the belief that faith can serve as a catalyst for creating and nurturing strong unified communities. He brings exceptional dedication and meticulous preparation working at the intersection of faith and mental health as he has collaborated with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)\, to further enhance his expertise in addressing mental health and substance use disorders within faith communities.  \n  \nPastor Rossy Castillo is the dedicated pastor of Iglesia Hermandad Cristiana (Discípulos de Cristo) in Indianapolis\, Indiana. A lifelong servant of the church\, she began her ministry at a young age\, becoming a Sunday School teacher at 10 and leading various church ministries in her teens. After earning a Bachelor’s degree in Theology\, she served as an interim pastor for churches planted by her father. Since moving from the Dominican Republic to Indianapolis\, she has held numerous leadership roles\, including serving on the General Commission on Ministry (GCOM) and the board of Obra Hispana. Currently\, she is the moderator of the Midwest Convention of the Obra Hispana. She has been honored with the “Woman of the Year” (2012) award and the “Legado” award (2018) for her impactful work within the community. \n  \nRev. Dr. Cedrick Von Jackson is a distinguished preacher\, poet\, speaker\, writer\, and educator\, currently serving as the Senior Pastor of the Historic West Hunter Street Baptist Church in Atlanta\, GA. A Summa Cum Laude graduate of Memphis Theological Seminary\, he holds a Doctor of Ministry focused on rethinking mental health in the African American church. With over 27 years in education\, he has been recognized for his leadership as an administrator\, teacher\, and advocate\, serving on the advisory board of WomanPreach! Inc. and contributing sermons and writings to The African American Pulpit and The African American Lectionary. A passionate author\, Pastor J has published two poetry anthologies—Following the Breadcrumb Path: Navigating the Journey Toward God\, Justice\, and Love and Theoethnimusicology\, Vol. 1 – Nothin’ But the Blues—works that intertwine faith\, justice\, and the narrative of the Blues. A member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity\, Inc.\, he enjoys traveling\, skiing\, and writing poetry. He has been married to his college sweetheart\, Eulanda Willis\, for 30 years\, and together they share two children\, a son-in-law\, and their beloved dog\, Lady.\n \n  \nTaulau (Tau) Tupua is a dedicated faith leader and educator with a strong background in youth ministry\, interfaith engagement\, and community service. He recently served as Associate Pastor of Youth & Mission at First Christian Church of North Hollywood\, where he cultivated spiritual formation and mission-driven service among youth and young adults. Previously\, he served as Director of Family Ministries at First United Methodist Church of Redondo Beach\, developing innovative programs and leading diverse ministry teams. He holds a Master of Divinity from Claremont School of Theology and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with a Minor in Religious Studies from Chapman University. \n 
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/resilience-in-transition/
CATEGORIES:Mental Health & Wellness,NBA Event
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SUMMARY:Building Community Through Storytelling: Sharing Bible Stories and Our Own Stories
DESCRIPTION:  \nRevs. Kaye Edwards and Elaine Austin of Worship and Wonder Bible Storytelling will share ways this multi-sensory approach brings life experiences into dialogue with all ages and with God. \nRev. Edwards served as Director of Family and Children’s Ministry for Disciples Home Missions for 17 years. There\, she created the Children Worship & Wonder Program and continues to volunteer with Worship and Wonder. \nRev. Austin has served as a storyteller and trainer for the denomination over 23 years. She is President of the nonprofit Worship & Wonder\, enriching the faith formation of all ages\, by encouraging sharing our stories to strengthen our communities. \nThis webinar will take place on Wednesday\, April 30th at 12:00pm ET/11:00am CT. There is no cost to attend but registration is required. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/building-community-through-storytelling-sharing-bible-stories-and-our-own-stories/
CATEGORIES:NBA Event,Older Adults
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SUMMARY:Apply for a 2025 Health & Social Service Leadership Development Grant
DESCRIPTION:The National Benevolent Association recognizes that leadership in today’s cultural climate can be a difficult job and that creating space for education and personal growth is key to sustainability both for leaders and the organization. NBA’s leadership development grants are designed to enhance and promote the health\, well-being\, and skill development of organizational leaders. \nExecutives and Leaders of Disciples-affiliated Health and Social Service organizations are eligible to apply for Leadership Development Grants up to $1000 per year. Grant funding may cover courses\, seminars\, workshops\, or coaching that enhance the knowledge and skill set of organizational leaders to work more effectively. These may include offerings through ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) or other conferences\, seminars\, trainings\, and the like. Grants may be used for registration\, tuition\, course materials\, travel-related expenses associated with the course or workshop\, or coaching fees for individualized leadership development support. \nRead more about grant support for NBA Health & Social Service partners. \n  \nApply Here
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/apply-for-a-2025-health-social-service-leadership-development-grant/
CATEGORIES:NBA Event,Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Apply for a 2025 Young Adult Leadership Development Grant
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThrough NBA’s Young Adult Leadership Development (YALD) program area\, we seek to co-create spaces with and for young adults 18-30 to flourish in life and service. NBA’s YALD grants are specifically designed to support current and future leaders in identifying their leadership qualities\, building leadership capacity\, and allowing young adults to explore new possibilities in the areas of service and justice. Young adults are eligible to apply for either a Development Grant or an Exploration/Ingenuity Grant. \nDevelopment Grants\nThese grants are intended for: \n\nYoung adults working in a health and social service profession seeking additional training to enhance their knowledge/skills to be more effective in their current role or seeking to advance beyond that role.\nYoung adults seeking more broad leadership training to hone specific skills in church or community leadership (ex. diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and belonging training\, conflict transformation\, community organizer training\, etc.)\nYoung adults seeking assistance for formal courses related to fields of study in health and social services.\n\nExploration/Ingenuity Grants\nThis grant is for young adults who desire to pursue a passion project\, social enterprise idea\, or advance a project they already started. Projects or social enterprises must be community or congregation-based\, and related to a particular health\, social\, or justice need in their context. \n\nHow to Apply\n\nApplications are not open at this time. The summer application cycle will open in June 2025.  \nAll applications must be submitted through the online form — no hard copies will be considered. \n\n\n\n\nTo complete the application\, you will need to provide the following information: \n\nAccurate contact information of the person applying for the grant.\nA summary detailing the type and purpose of the desired leadership training for the development grant\, or project description for the exploration/ingenuity grant\, the applicant’s hopes and goals\, implementation timeline\, and a proposed budget.\nThe amount requested\, up to $1\,000 USD.\n\nNote: The application has a ‘save’ function. You may begin your application and return to complete it before the deadline. \n  \n\nAPPLY NOW \n  \n\nWe highly recommend reading the Additional Information & FAQ If you have additional questions not resolved by the FAQ\, please contact the NBA Grants Management Coordinator by email at Grants@NBAcares.org. \n\nYoung Adult Leadership Grant Webinar PowerPoint
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/apply-for-a-2025-young-adult-leadership-development-grant/
CATEGORIES:CC(DOC) Event,Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T060000
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SUMMARY:2024 SENT Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is now closed. Dates for the 2025 SENT Seminar will be announced this summer. \nWatch the Week One Livestream Recording \nWatch the Week Two Livestream Recording \nWe know that launching a new ministry or social impact venture can feel chaotic. This year’s theme “Methods to the Madness” will offer practical\, nuts-and-bolts information to help guide participants through the beautiful\, messy world of Social Entrepreneurship. You’ll hear from experts in the fields of law\, finance\, leadership development\, and much more! \nSchedule of Speakers & Events\nEach week we will release a series of pre-recorded videos from our speakers around a particular theme. On Thursday\, we invite you to join the speakers as we go live on Facebook and YouTube. During the live broadcast\, you’ll have the chance to ask questions and get to know the other seminar attendees. \nWeek One — Theme: The Madness\nKeynote Speakers on Thursday\, September 12th: Tony and LaMetra Chatman\, Operation Bookbag \n  \n \n\nMark Sampson: Use of Church Property\nJustin Avellar: Nonprofit Legal Questions\nJason Bricker-Thompson: My Church Wants to Start an Integrated Auxiliary\nChris Rotolo: Market Research and Data Collection\nSalvador Briggman: Click-Start Crowdfunding\nJulie Ha Truong: Collaborative Partnerships\n\nJoin our speakers Thursday\, September 12th\, at 7:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. CT for a Facebook and YouTube live session. \n\nWeek Two — Theme: The Method\nKeynote Speaker on Thursday\, September 19th: Sophia Barnett\, MACC Foundation \n \n \n\nJonathan Fant: How Do I File for a 501c3?\nTyler Hoffman: AI Skills for Social Entrepreneurs\nKeeyon Upkins: CPA/Bookkeeping\nMark Palmer: Succession Planning\nJasmine Wise: Getting Organized and Goal Setting\n\nJoin us Thursday\, September 19th\, at 7:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. CT for our keynote speaker and Q&A during a Facebook and YouTube live session.
URL:https://www.nbacares.org/event/2024-sent-seminar/
CATEGORIES:CC(DOC) Event,NBA Event,Social Entrepreneurship
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