January 1st
DISCIPLES CONNECTION
Around the Region
Rev. Karen Yount's Service
A celebration of life will be held for Reverend Karen Yount at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 3, 2026, with a visitation beginning at 10:00 am at Raymore Christian Church, 500 Peace Dr, Raymore, MO. 64083. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Raymore Christian Church.
2025 Annual Report
Review the ministries and work of the Greater Kansas City Christian Church Disciples of Christ Regional Office in 2025 as listed in our Annual Report.
Thank you to all of our Covenantal Partners; our ministry could not happen without the generosity of your gifts. We look forward to your continued support in 2026.
You can donate online at www.kcdisciples.org/donate or mail checks to the Regional Office at 9401 Johnson Dr., Merriam, KS, 66203.
December Regional Board Meeting
Our Regional Board held its final meeting of 2025 on Monday, December 15th at Merriam Christian Church. We shared Christmas treats, celebrated ministry reports and updates, approved the 2026 budget, the new staff configuration, and approved the gift policy for the greater legacy society.
More information about the Regional Board can be found on our website at Kcdisciples.org/regional-board
Upcoming Regional Events
Chi Rho Mid-Winter
February 13 - 15
All 6th - 8th graders are welcome to attend. Our Chi Rho Mid-Winter theme is "Live Loud, Love Louder!" We will be exploring radical love, inclusion, and justice in the teachings of Jesus—and what that means for middle schoolers today. Registration is OPEN and scholarships are available here.
Educational Opportunities
Join the Becoming Beloved Community at the Martin, Music, and the Movement Now! Event on Friday, January 16th at 6:30 PM at The Oasis Church International. (11500 E 53 St, Raytown, MO 64133)
Registration Now Open for Lead(HER) 2026: Empowering Female Clergy
Lead(HER) brings together female clergy from across denominations for two and a half days of worship, practical skill-building, and authentic community. The expanded 2026 format includes Monday evening through Wednesday afternoon programming, responding to attendee feedback emphasizing the importance of connection and networking among clergywomen.
"For women, by women. Celebrating women. Healing women. Strengthening and encouraging women in their leadership, their ministry, and their lives."
Need to raise money? DCEF’s capital fundraising campaign service can help
Thriving places of worship often need to raise funds for a specific purpose or ongoing upkeep. A new facility, renovation project, debt reduction—all reasons communities of faith should conduct fundraising campaigns.
You can turn to Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF) to empower and inspire your faith community to be more. It provides the know-how you need to execute a successful capital fundraising campaign. With DCEF, you can reveal the people, property, and finances that could be leveraged in service to your ministry and the glory of God. Contact the regional Building and Capital Services Advisor to learn more.
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