Stories & News

Stay up-to-date with the latest from your Disciples health and social service ministries!

2017-18 NBA XPLOR Resident Nadine Compton preaching

In this sermon delivered at her host congregation, 2017-18 NBA XPLOR Resident Nadine Compton responds to the recent wave of sexual abuse allegations in the news and preaches that we, as Disciples, are compelled by our faith to address them.

A view of the sunset from Marillac Center

ANTI-RACISM/PRO-RECONCILIATION, XPLOR, STORIES

Creative and Artistic Resistance

Nadine Compton | October 10, 2017

I recently completed Anti-Racism / Pro-Reconciliation training as part of my marketing and development internship with the NBA. I believed that I knew what to expect, but this time there was an aspect of the training that was new for me.

Nadine Compton, 2017-18 NBA XPLOR Resident

XPLOR, STORIES

NBA at GA: “I Feel Right at Home”

Nadine Compton | August 08, 2017

Until I attended the 2017 General Assembly, I hadn’t met another Disciple beyond my home congregation. General Assembly was a way for me to gain perspective on who was a part of my new community.

Events

LEARNING / TRAINING

2019 NBA Incubate SENT Seminar

September 11, 2019

This four-day seminar is designed for Disciples and their leadership teams who are starting new health and social services ministries. Save-the-date and apply now! Registration for selected projects/ministries will be open June 3-August 9.

People

Ben Bohren

Mission Specialist, NBA XPLOR

Partners

ADVOCACY, YOUNG ADULTS, PRISON AND JAIL MINISTRY

Oklahoma Family Empowerment Center

Tulsa, OK

Oklahoma Family Empowerment Center is a not-for-profit agency that seeks to provide resources and assistance to individuals and their families that will empower them to live a successful and purposeful life.