The 2022 Ministerial Standing Application Form is now available for download. Full explanation of how to complete the form and requirements for standing may be found here.
Download a Fillable PDF Form for Active Clergy
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Rev. Gregory Chambers was ordained into Christian ministry on Sunday, May 30, 2021 at New Hope Christian Church, Oklahoma City. Participants included his father, Rev. Stephen Chamber, Sr. Minister at New Hope, his mother, siblings, and family friends. Acting Regional Minister Rev. Dr. Paxton Jones officiated accompanied by Rev. Dr. Debi Powell-Maxwell, representing the Region’s Commission on Clergy.
Associate Regional Minister Rev. Michael Davison installed Rev. Paul Ragle as Sr. Minister at Christian Church of the Covenant in Enid on May 2, 2021.
Associate Regional Minister Rev. Michael Davison installed Rev. Dr. Richmond Adams as Sr. Minister at First Christian Church Pawnee on May 16, 2021.
Rev. Dr. William (Bill) Inglish was recognized for his years of ministerial excellence by the alumni of Phillips Theological Seminary with the Frank H. Marshall Award. The presentation took place during the annual “Remind & Renew” event at Phillips Theological Seminary on January 28, 2021.
Click here to watch the video presentation.
Registration is now open for the Winter 2021 free webinar series, “Caring in Crisis: Tuesday Briefs”. It is sponsored by Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Oklahoma, Crisis Care Ministries, Oklahoma Conference of Churches, and the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. The series of one hour webinars for leaders is scheduled for Tuesdays starting February 2, 2021, from 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Registration and details.
Faith and community leaders are facing historic challenges, testing the limits of our creativity, strength, and resilience. In this sequel to the very popular Fall 2020 “Caring for Your Congregation and Community During Crisis” webinar series, experienced specialists in disaster response, recovery, health, mental health, and congregational and family life offer their expertise to help leaders gain new skills and knowledge to face the difficult crises impacting our communities.
211 of Eastern Oklahoma
American Red Cross
The Alzheimer’s Association
Catholic Charities (Archdiocese of Oklahoma City)
Crisis Care Ministries
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma
Logan County Emergency Management
The National Suicide Prevention Resource Center
The Oklahoma Conference of the United Methodist Church
The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
The Oklahoma District Attorneys Counil
Restore Hope Ministries
The Salvation Army
Attendance certificates (PDF format) are available for all courses. Check with your affiliating organization for applicability.
Register for individual sessions. Registration closes 24 hours before the session.
100 spaces available for each session.
The 14th Annual Faith Community Nurses’ Association Virtual Conference “Finding Peace Through Spiritual Self Care” will be held March 5, 2021. The conference will educate the Faith Community Nurse and church leaders to
The message of John 14: ” Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid” will guide the day. This virtual conference will provide spiritual practices needed to guide nurses and health ministers interested in spiritual self-care.
Online registration is available only through Survey Monkey
Registration for the one-day for the FCNA OK Member is $55 for payments received before 2/7/2021. Non FCNA OK Member $80 for payments received before 2/7/2021.
Clergy $60 for payments received before 2/7/2021.
Call or check online for rates after 2/7/21.
FCNA OK is approved as a provider of continuing nursing education by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. This course is approved for 6.25 contact hours applicable for APRN, RN, LPN, or LMHT relicensure. Kansas State Board of Nursing provider number LT0298-0316, KAR 60-7-107 (b)(3)(C).
For registration and brochure, see the FCNA website downloads page or register online through Survey Monkey and pay by https://www.PayPal.me/FCNAOK or contact fcnaok@gmail.com.
In September and October of 2020, the Pension Fund did a survey of congregations they serve across the country concerning COVID and its impact on the congregation and the community. There were eight hundred and eight completed surveys. Here is the infographic of the final survey results which you might find interesting.
Click here to download a pdf document of the infographic.
Lexington Theological Seminary is offering the Creating Vital Congregations webinar series to help equip pastors, church leaders and members alike with tools to address a wide variety of issues facing congregations today. The 2-hour workshops (1:30-3:30 pm ET) cost $10 per log-in with unlimited number of participants so are easily accessible for church leadership groups.
Lexington Theological Seminary is an accredited graduate theological institution of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
For more information contact Ms. Deena Ainslie (859) 280-1212 or dainslie@lextheo.edu
Congregational Conflict
Oct. 17, 2020 • Rev. Dr. Aimee Moiso
Imagining a New World
Nov. 7, 2020 • Rev. Teresa Hord Owens
You Cannot Serve God and Money: Today’s Global Debt System as a Moral and Pastoral Emergency
Jan. 23, 2021 • Rev. Dr. Bruce Rogers-Vaughn
365 Days of Giving: Examining Generosity and Gratitude in Complex Times
Feb. 6, 2021 • Aimee A. Laramore
Intergenerational Ministry
March 20, 2021 • Rev. Dr. Olivia Bryan Updegrove
Leadership in the Multicultural World
April 24, 2021 • Rev. Lori Tapia
Dinner Church
May 22, 2021 • Rev. Rachel Nance Woehler & Rev. Tim Kim
Registration is now open for the Fall 2020 free webinar series, “Caring for Your Congregation and Community During Crisis”. It is sponsored by The Oklahoma United Methodist Conference, The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Oklahoma, and Crisis Care Ministries. The series of one hour webinars for leaders is scheduled for most Tuesdays and Thursdays starting September 29, 2020, from 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Download a flyer.
Faith and community leaders are facing historic challenges, testing the limits of our creativity, strength, and resilience. In this free webinar series, experienced specialists in disaster response, recovery, health, mental health, and congregational and family life offer their expertise to help leaders gain new skills and knowledge to face the difficult crises impacting our communities.
Click here for detailed webinar descriptions and presenter bios.
Catholic Charities (Archdiocese of Oklahoma City)
Crisis Care Ministries
Heart and Mind Pastoral Counseling
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma
St. Luke’s United Methodist Church
Temple B’Nai Israel (Oklahoma City)
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Oklahoma
The National VOAD Emotional and Spiritual Care Committee
The Oklahoma Conference of the United Methodist Church
The Oklahoma Department of Health
The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
The Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps Stress Response Team/SRT Inc.
The Oklahoma Office of Homeland Security
Southern Baptist Disaster Relief
Attendance certificates (PDF format) are available for all courses. Check with your affiliating organization for applicability.
Register for individual sessions. Registration closes 24 hours before the session.
100 spaces available for each session.
The Worship Design Studio is offering live stream webinars for planning creative worship experiences. The liturgical year starts anew with the season of Advent. You will likely be taking a very different approach to worship during one of the busiest times of the year.
Whether you are anticipating making alterations to your community’s most beloved traditions or looking for some fresh ideas to bring comfort, hope, and peace to the folks in your care these webinars offered by nationally-known Dr. Marcia McFee can help.
The Advent/Christmas session took place August 12th but is recorded and available. You may watch the first session free.
Register to get access or subscribe for all six webinars to prepare for the entire 2020-2021 liturgical year.
(Free) Design Webinar (Recorded July 29)
Deep dive into the creative process and tips for planning ahead in changing times.
Advent & Christmas Planning (Recorded August 12)
Immerse yourself in the theology and scriptures of the season while demonstrating online and adapted sanctuary ideas and techniques for making the season special even and especially in these difficult times.
Epiphany “Plus” Planning (September 16)
It is difficult to know what circumstances we will be in at the beginning of 2021 year when this season starts. Discern together how to invite people to new depths of spiritual resilience and transformation no matter what the circumstances.
Lent Ideas to Simmer – October 14
Lent planning explores the theological themes and scriptures of Lent but hold this lightly – let the ideas “simmer” until the next session after the onslaught of Advent/Christmas.
Lent Planning & Holy Week – January 6
Land on your Lent series decision and move quickly to start the production and details. Includes accompanying Holy Week scripts.
Easter Season Planning – February 10
Dive into the theology and planning of the season of resurrection and pray we are celebrating the life we have found even in the midst of this pandemic. We are an ever-renewing “Easter people” after all.
Ministers’ financial lives are complicated: salaries are varied, some are burdened with debt, and they want to be generous as well as save for the future. Learn how to cut through the confusion and about new resources that will help answer your toughest money questions so you can find your path to financial wellness.
Join Rev. Thomas McCracken with Pension Fund of the Christian Church at 3:30 pm (CT) on September 15, 2020. This webinar will explore elements of clergy compensation and share how Pension Fund is finding new ways to support clergy and their congregations.
At Pension Fund, our mission is For the Support of Ministry and we want to walk alongside you on the road to financial wellness.
Rev. Thomas McCracken, Area Director
214-862-5612 • tmmccracken@pensionfund.org • www.pensionfund.org
