Upcoming Events
Where: Disciples Crossing
3693 State Hwy 3 E
Athens, Texas 75752
UPDATED May 14, 2024
Theme: “A Chosen People” – 1 Peter 2: 9-12
Keynote Speakers:
Rev. Abel Lopez, &
Rev. Dr. Andy Mangum, Regional Minister, CCSW
Cost:
$100 per person online (paper registration cost until May 1, 2024)
$75 per person for first time attendees
$110 for PAPER Registrations ONLY after May 1, 2024
Saturday-Only Cost: $60 (with meals)
Hosted by:
Northeast Area, North Texas Area & Trinity-Brazos Area of the Southwest Region.
Register ONLINE.
>>>>>Pro-Reconciliation / Anti-Racism Training<<<<<
Where: Online (Except in October which is in Person)
UPDATED May 14, 2024
One of the missional priorities of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is to be a Pro-Reconciling/Anti-Racist church. We have lived that priority out in different ways here in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the Southwest. At the September 2020 Regional Committee on Ministry session the Committee established the requirement for Pro-Reconciliation/Anti-Racism training for any clergy wishing to hold standing in the Christian Church in the Southwest.
Regional anti-racism training will function on a three-year cycle, you will need to complete a Regional anti-racism training once every three years to maintain your standing.
These trainings will be taking place ONLINE.
-> June 15, 2024
-> September 14, 2024 (Spanish Language)
-> October 25, 2024 (In-Person)
-> November 9, 2024
>>>>>Healthy Boundaries Trainings 2024<<<<<
Where: Online
UPDATED May 14, 2024
This training is required for ordination candidates, ordained ministers and commissioned ministers (including retired ministers) in the Southwest Region every five years.
Workbook:
– We are no longer providing printed versions of the Healthy Boundaries Workbook they are out of print and not available.
– All workbooks will be provided as a digital copy.
Things to note:
– Registration is first come, first served. Once the course is filled, a waiting list will be established to notify of any openings.
– Trainings will be taking place ONLINE, check your registration to make sure you know where the training is taking place
These trainings will be taking place ONLINE.
All Trainings will start at 10am Central Time / 9am Mountain Time – Ending at 4pm CST / 3pm MST
-> June 15, 2024 (Online)
-> October 25, 2024 (Online and In-Person, at Regional Assembly 2024)
Where: First Christian Church, McKinney
UPDATED May 14, 2024
Embark on a blossoming journey at ROSES 2024: Growing in God’s Fragrant Beauty. This exciting event invites you to immerse yourself in the divine fragrance of God’s love and grace, as we explore the beauty of growth, transformation, and empowerment.
Who Should Attend:
– Women of all ages seeking spiritual growth and personal empowerment
– Leaders
– Mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends
– Women navigating life transitions and challenges
– Women committed to growing deeper in their relationship with God
Why Attend:
– Experience God’s love and grace in a nurturing and supportive environment.
– Connect with a community of kindred spirits
– Gather wisdom and inspiration to navigate life’s challenges and triumphs with grace and resilience.
– Encounter God in worship, prayer, and fellowship, as we seek God’s guidance and presence.
– Leave refreshed, renewed, and empowered to bloom wherever God has planted you.
Don’t miss this divine invitation to grow in God’s fragrant beauty at the ROSES 2024! Register now and let your spirit grow with the beauty of God’s love!
Register ONLINE before the Final Deadline of June 20, 2024!
Where: Lake Brownwood Christian Retreat
UPDATED May 14, 2024
Christian Youth Leadership Seminar is to help high school youth, grow into leaders of the church. To help give and mold leadership skills, whether they are using them to plan a camp or taking an active role within the church.
You are invited to participate no matter where you live – this event is open to the WHOLE CHURCH (Disciples of Christ)!
We are excited to invite everyone 9th through 12th grade to come and join us on your new journey of leadership!
Register ONLINE before the Final Deadline of June 15, 2024!
>>>>>CCSW Men’s Retreat 2024<<<<<
When: September 20-22, 2024
Where: Lake Brownwood Christian Retreat
UPDATED May 14, 2024
This is a Friday evening through Sunday morning retreat for Disciples Men of the Southwest Region.
Keep an eye out here for updates ONLINE.
Where: First Christian Church, Amarillo, TX
UPDATED May 14, 2024
In Loving Memory
Rev. Jim Rawlins
November 18, 1948 – February 14, 2024
Jim Rawlins, 75, of Hughes Springs, was born November 18, 1948 in Dallas, Texas to King and Julia Rawlins. He passed away on February 14, 2024. He married Karen on August 17, 1991.
Jim was a faithful and active member in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), where he was a pastor for 25 years. He was also President of the Northeast Area Board. He loved leading people to a knowledge of his Savior, Jesus Christ. Jim had a wide vareity of jobs from encyclopedia salesman, to western wear, to cars. he also rode bareback broncs in the rodeo. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and was known for sticking to his guns and telling it like it is. His favorite times were spent with his family, especially his granddaughter, Adley.
He was preceded in death by: his parents, King and Jilia; his brother, Sonny; his sister, Jerry; his Aunt Sister (Adda); among a host of other relatives and friends.
Jim is survived by his wife, Karen; his daughter and son in law, Lindsey and Ryuan Preston of Kilgore; and his granddaughter, Adley, who affectionately called him Pa; and his numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
His memorial service was on Monday, February 19, 2024 at First Christian Church, Mt. Pleaasant, Texas. The service was officiated by Rev. Vanessa Bostick; Prayer by Rev. Kevin Hallowell, Scripture Reading by George Terrell, Songs performed by Rev. Jeneille LaGrone, Communion led by Rev. Phillip Dukes, and Eulogy by Rev. Vanessa Bostick. He was interred in a private ceremony following the service at Woodlawn Memorial Park.
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