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Wyndham Shaw Goes Home to the Lord

Wyndham Shaw is one of the true treasures of our fellowship.  We rejoice with his reaching his goal of being in the arms of Jesus and that he is now free from the disease that held him captive these last few years.

WDS 2020: Win a Free Registration; New Forever Faithful Track

It's the 12 days of Christmas giveaway! Register for the World Discipleship Summit anytime between the 12 days before and after Christmas for a chance to win a free registration. 

The WDS is also excited to announce a new conference track, "Forever Faithful." This is designed for those with grown children, entering the next stage of life, married without kids, or older singles. 

As we begin a new decade, here's a brief look back on some of the great things God has done in our churches around the world. Thanks to Kidogo for this video!

WDS2020 Registration Increases March 2

More than 15,000 people from 100 nations have already registered for Vision, the 2020 World Discipleship Summit! Register now before prices increase on Monday, March 2.

A Biblical Response to Racism

A professional counselor of 25 years from our New York City Church calls us to look to God and his Word for our response to racism.

Update from Churches in China, Nashville

Disciples around the world are well aware and in constant prayer for all those affected by the coronavirus outbreak and regional tragedies. Many are especially asking questions about our churches in China and in Nashville. Here''s the latest from our churches there.

HOPEww Responds To Category 4 Hurricane Eta in Central America

Last week, Hurricane Eta made landfall in Nicaragua and Honduras. Our church in San Pedro Sula, Honduras reports so far that 28 households with 62 church members and their 168 extended family members sustained heavy damage to their homes. HOPE worldwide Honduras and the San Pedro Sula Church have distributed food and are providing shelter for several families in the church building and in the surrounding communities.

Click below to learn more about the needs and how to help.

International Teen Devo this Saturday

Join us this Saturday, May 23rd for our second International Teen Devotional. We will hear from our 2020 graduating high school seniors from all over the world inspiring us to "FIX OUR EYES" on Jesus. We thank you in advance for your flexibility as we aim to accommodate hundreds of teens across various time zones. This will be a powerful time especially for teens, as well as parents, youth ministers and youth leaders.

HOPEww Provides Relief After Four Typhoons Hit the Philippines

The Philippines endured four typhoons in just 12 days, starting with Super Typhoon Goni and ending with the most devastating, Typhoon Vamco (Ulysses). HOPEww and our partners in the Philippines responded quickly assessing the needs and providing immediate funding for supplies. Click below to find out out how you can help.

World Discipleship Summit Postponed Until Summer 2022 in Orlando

It is with mixed emotions that we will be unable to host the VISION Conference in Orlando this summer. However, it has become apparent that the impact of COVID19 has overshadowed the possibility to actualize this worldwide event this year as planned. We, like many of you, were certainly looking forward to a time of fellowship and celebration, and so this is a disappointment for sure. 

Worship Around the World with ICOC Churches

Certainly this Easter was celebrated as no other in history. As we worshipped around the world that Sunday and since, we were reminded that God has truly made us the International Churches of Christ. We compiled a list of some moving Easter services to help us all as we are bonded together in this global pandemic.  

Take the Global Communications Survey

God has grown our fellowship to 711 churches in 150 countries over the last 40 years! Keeping such a diverse, global family connected is a great challenge. Through modern communication channels, God gives us a huge blessing our earlier brothers and sisters would have loved. In light of the current global pandemic, our use of these tools to stay connected and reach out to others is more important than ever.

The ICOC Communications Task Force needs your help to understand what's happening in our global fellowship, how to help you strengthen your relationship with God and process certain topics, and how you would like to receive information.

We need as many members of the ICOC as possible to take the ICOC Global Communications Survey. Other translations will be available soon. Please share with your congregation and church networks to ensure it reaches everyone.

Thank you for helping to connect our global family.

Click here to take the survey.

Join a Global Christmas Worship Service

The Gift: A Christmas Special is an online, family-friendly event designed to help Christians come together in a vibrant celebration of Christmas. The Gift will be broadcast twice, to make it as accessible as possible to a global audience: Wednesday, December 23rd at 7pm ET, and Thursday, December 24th, at 9am ET.

The Gift is brought to you by Saint Rock Media, the team that that has hosted virtual conferences this year like STRONGER, SINGHOPE, Quarantine Church Con, and the Singles'' Conference DREAM.

"With all that has gone on this year, the Holy Spirit has been pushing me to create something to help us celebrate. Even in hard times, God designed us to sing and celebrate," said Kalah Haley, SRM founder and member of the Denver Church of Christ.

Speakers and musical guests include Robert Carrillo, Christian Ray Flores, Will & Tosha Archer, Broward Church, the Soweto Gospel Choir, and Nate Moore of Housefires. A portion of each ticket sold will support three charities in their ongoing COVID-19 relief efforts.

International Day of Prayer and Fasting on Thursday, March 26

Given the events unfolding in our world at this time, please join our global church family on Thursday, March 26 for a day of prayer and fasting.

We will pray for each other, for those experiencing sickness, for those experiencing loss, for those who feel alone, for those who are afraid, and for those who are seeking God. It is a time to pray that we can truly be a light and that the good news of Jesus can be made known to a world searching for hope. 

Click below for complete details (also in Spanish). Please share this message and video with your churches, friends, family and community. 

Prayers for Lagos, Nigeria

In the wake of protests and unrests, please pray for disciples in Nigeria, especially in Lagos. The city is in turmoil now but they are hopeful normalcy will return soon. So far all disciples are safe and their properties have not been destroyed. They ask for brothers and sisters all over the world to join together in prayers that God''s holy angels will be on guard throughout this challenging period.

Unity Devotional on June 6 Hosted by US Social, Cultural, Unity and Diversity Team

We are grateful to God that our churches were intentionally built to be diverse according to Jesus'' call to "Go make disciples of all nations." However, we all live in our cultures in 150 nations of the world that deeply affect us. The United States is experiencing a national racial crisis like no other since 1968. Our US churches are still becoming aware and awakening to the depth of pain in our African American members and in others. We are committed to King Jesus above all others. We mourn with those who mourn as Jesus did and welcome opportunities to repent of our sinful natures to transform more into the image of Christ. 

Please join us this Saturday, June 6 at 12 pm EDT for a Unity Devotional presented by the ICOC US Social, Cultural, Unity and Diversity Team (SCUAD).

Global Communications Survey - Respond by Monday, June 5

God has grown our fellowship to 711 churches in 150 countries over the last 40 years! Keeping such a diverse, global family connected is a great challenge. Through modern communication channels, God gives us a huge blessing our earlier brothers and sisters would have loved. In light of the current global pandemic, our use of these tools to stay connected and reach out to others is more important than ever.

The ICOC Communications Task Force needs your help to understand what's happening in our global fellowship, how to help you strengthen your relationship with God and process certain topics, and how you would like to receive information.

We need as many members of the ICOC as possible to take the ICOC Global Communications Survey. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide multiple language versions of the survey at this time due to financial restraints. The survey deadline is Friday, June 5, 2020.

Thank you for helping to connect our global family.

Click here to take the survey.

DT Media Store Launches New Site

We''re excited to announce the new and improved DT Media Store, offering hundreds of spiritual resources in print, audio and video format. Get 10% off your first purchase with code 10off. 

Passing the Torch: Boston Church Announces Millers as New Leaders

After several months of prayer, fasting, and discussions, the Boston Church of Christ eldership recently announced Kevin and Melissa Miller as lead evangelist and women's ministry leader. The Millers are known throughout our fellowship for their passion and zeal in raising up youth, as well as creating a church culture of close-knit, deep relationships. The decision for the Millers to take on this role is born out of a desire to pass the torch to the next generation.

International Singles Virtual Conference, July 31 - Aug 2

The International Singles'' Service Team, in collaboration with singles ministries around the world, is excited to host the very first ICOC virtual International Singles Conference "DREAM." Join us from July 31 - August 2 for a time of inspirational teaching, fellowship and encouragement, and to DREAM about how God is going use your life!

Beirut Church Shares Good News in Midst of Tragedy

Despite non-stop catastrophes in Lebanon, two young and courageous women were baptized this week. Meanwhile, disciples have been helping to rebuilding homes in their community through HOPE worldwide Lebanon under the mantra, "Let''s rise up and build." Learn more and find out how you can help!