I hope you take the time to read Anna Whittle’s reflection on her Leadership Fellows retreat to the Arizona-Mexico border. It is a poignant testimony of what she and the other 35 Leadership Fellows saw and experienced. I was honored and grateful to join them. It was heart-wrenching to see firsthand the inhumanity. Yet it […]

  Leadership is a word imbued with significance. The implications of who we choose or allow to lead us impact not only our freedoms but also our future opportunities. By the time this reflection reaches the public, we will have voted as a nation, selecting leadership that can affect our lives in ways that are […]

What is a Peace Intern? For nearly fifty years, DPF’s Peace Intern program has provided a vital witness for peace within the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the United States and Canada. Traditionally, Peace Interns are young adults who provide educational and program support at church camps and other church-related assemblies and events about […]

Higher Education & Leadership Ministries (HELM) remains dedicated to nurturing and supporting emerging leaders in higher education and ministry preparation. This commitment is once again highlighted as HELM proudly announces the recipients of our 2024-2025 HELM Scholarships. The recipients, celebrated in this Digest, represent a diverse and talented group of individuals who have shown exceptional […]