Giving Tuesday is a global movement that celebrates the spirit of generosity and giving. It underscores the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations coming together to make a positive impact in the world. You can be part of this year’s Christmas Special Offering, which supports the impactful work of regional ministries in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The Christmas Offering is a critical part of the Christian Church in Georgia because 100 percent of giving from Georgia congregations remains in the Georgia region, supporting regional camps, conferences, retreats, and programs, and playing a critical role in calling and ordaining new ministers. Learn more here.

We will meet from 9 am - 12:30 pm with all of the Board members, Staff, Commission Chairs, Ex-Officio members and other attendees.

We will share lunch together from 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm. After lunch Staff, Commission Chairs, Ex-Officio members and other attendees are free to go.

The Executive Committee and all At-Large board members will meet from 1:15 pm - 3 pm to participate in a discernment process regarding significant decions necessary for the direction and focus of our ministry. We truly need all hands and minds on deck from the Executive Committee and At-Large members during this discernment process. For more information contact the Regional Office.

The Christmas Offering supports regional ministries. In 31 regions across the United States and Canada, ministers are nurtured and congregations are provided opportunities for work and worship. Often recognized for the ministries of camps and conferences, regions also play a critical role in the preparation and authorization of ministerial ordination. Both are key to church leadership and development. Regions partner with congregations to support the work required to call a new minister.

The Christmas Offering supports regional ministries. In 31 regions across the United States and Canada, ministers are nurtured and congregations are provided opportunities for work and worship. Learn more here.

The Thanksgiving Offering supports Disciples colleges, universities and theological institutions. Disciples have a long history of post-secondary and theological education. This offering provides a direct connection to 15 colleges and universities, 7 seminaries and theological programs. Gifts from this offering continue the Disciples tradition of developing leaders for our communities and the Church. See a list of the colleges, universities, seminaries, foundations and divinity houses.

The Thanksgiving Offering supports Disciples colleges, universities and theological institutions. Disciples have a long history of post-secondary and theological education. This offering provides a direct connection to 15 colleges and universities, 7 seminaries and theological programs. Gifts from this offering continue the Disciples tradition of developing leaders for our communities and the Church. See a list of the colleges, universities, seminaries, foundations and divinity houses.

In this Upgrade Thursday virtual event, Michelle Tepper, Florida Network Director for Alpha USA, presents a tool for your church that creates space for judgment-free conversations about the Christian faith. Learn more about Upgrade Thursdays here.

Rev. Monique Crain Spells, Director of Christian Education/Faith Formation from Disciples Home Missions, will explore the characteristics of the Spirit and how we encounter God in this session of Upgrade Thursdays. Learn more about Upgrade Thursdays here.

The Reconciliation Ministry receives a special offering in the fall, usually coinciding with World Communion Sunday. The resources received in this Annual Fund helps provide grants supporting pro-reconciliation and anti-racism programs and initiatives of the Reconciliation Ministry. Learn more here.

Gardens are thriving at Georgia Disciples churches and congregations have a wide range of experiences about “How does your garden grow?” In this Upgrade Thursdays session, you will hear stories from lead gardeners from Cherry Log CC, New Hope CC, Chestnut Ridge CC, Amplify CC, and Ray of Hope CC. Learn more about Upgrade Thursdays here.

The Reconciliation Ministry receives a special offering in the fall, usually coinciding with World Communion Sunday. The resources received in this Annual Fund helps provide grants supporting pro-reconciliation and anti-racism programs and initiatives of the Reconciliation Ministry. Learn more here.

Rev. Chris Dorsey, President and CEO of Disciples Home Missions, will bring updated information to Upgrade Thursdays participants about resources available through Disciples Home Missions. Learn more about Upgrade Thursdays here.

Rev. Kyle Ermoian, Regional Director of New Church and Church Development, brings some important tips on making your visitors first few minutes count at your church. Learn more about Upgrade Thursdays here.

DMF Day is on August 24! Giving to DMF (Disciples Mission Fund) supports our own Georgia Region (think Camp Christian, search and call, clergy and lay leader workshops, and much more), plus the efforts of 30 other Regions, Disciples colleges and seminaries, global mission partners, and ministries far beyond our own communities. Learn about all this work here. To be part of the wide-reaching ministry of DMF, you are invited to give on DMF Day, August 24, 2023. Learn more and make your gift here, and be sure to include your congregation’s name.

Amanda Hale, Media Communications Coordinator for the Christian Church in Georgia, leads the discussion, which is part of the Christian Church in Georgia Upgrade Thursdays programming. Upgrade Thursdays is a creative virtual program every second and fourth Thursday from 7-8 pm in January, February, and March, as well as August, September, and October. Learn more here.

Dr. Frank A. Thomas, Director of the PhD Program in African American Preaching and Sacred Rhetoric and Professor of Homiletics at Christian Theological Seminary, Indianapolis, IN, leads the discussion, which is part of the Christian Church in Georgia Upgrade Thursdays programming. Upgrade Thursdays is a creative virtual program every second and fourth Thursday from 7-8 pm in January, February, and March, as well as August, September, and October. Learn more here.

Dr. Frank A. Thomas, Director of the PhD Program in African American Preaching and Sacred Rhetoric and Professor of Homiletics at Christian Theological Seminary, Indianapolis, IN, leads the discussion, which is part of the Christian Church in Georgia Upgrade Thursdays programming. Upgrade Thursdays is a creative virtual program every second and fourth Thursday from 7-8 pm in January, February, and March, as well as August, September, and October. Learn more here.

You’re invited to gather for the first of this year’s Pop-Up Gatherings with Georgia Disciples on Sunday, February 19, 2023 from 1-3:30 pm to participate in a hands-on learning experience that explores the Racial Wealth Gap. We’ll meet at Ray of Hope Christian Church, 2778 Snapfinger Rd., Decatur, GA 30034, beginning with lunch at 1 pm. Then from 1:30-3:30 pm, Frances French Hagan, Regional Organizer for Bread for the World will present “Advancing Our Understanding About Hunger, Racism, and the Wealth Divide,” using the Racial Wealth Gap Learning Simulation tool. This program is FREE, but please register here so we can plan accordingly. You are also invited to click here to download and share in your church newsletter and social media. 

Rev. Caroline Hamilton-Arnold, Associate Director of Domestic Disaster Response for Week of Compassion, leads the discussion, which is part of the Christian Church in Georgia Upgrade Thursdays programming. Upgrade Thursdays is a creative virtual program every second and fourth Thursday from 7-8 pm in January, February, and March, as well as August, September, and October. Learn more here.

Rev. Dr. Cynthia Hale, founder and Senior Pastor of Ray of Hope Christian Church in Decatur, leads the discussion, which is part of the Christian Church in Georgia Upgrade Thursdays programming. Upgrade Thursdays is a creative virtual program every second and fourth Thursday from 7-8 pm in January, February, and March, as well as August, September, and October. Learn more here.

Rev. Adam Bradley, Associate Pastor, Downey Avenue Christian Church, Indianapolis, IN, leads the discussion, which is part of the Christian Church in Georgia Upgrade Thursdays programming. Upgrade Thursdays is a creative virtual program every second and fourth Thursday from 7-8 pm in January, February, and March, as well as August, September, and October. Learn more here.

Disciples on Campus at the University of Georgia begin fall meetings on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, 6:30 pm, at the Tate Center. Learn more here.