Church of the Brethren

10/15/2026

David Steele has announced that his current term as General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren will be his last. He will conclude his service on Aug. 31, 2028, completing 12 years in the role.

The Mission and Ministry Board will lead the search and discernment process for his successor.

Read the announcement: www.brethren.org/news/2026/steele-to-conclude-service-aug-2028/

10/11/2026

“Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near” (Philippians 4:5, NRSVue).

Today's bulletin features a photo by Benjamin Hoffmann. Congregations who purchase bulletins from Brethren Press have a responsive benediction by Frank Ramirez on the back of the bulletin.

10/09/2026

Please join Children's Disaster Services in prayer for all those faced with Hurricane Isaias!

Hurricane Isaias is a Category 3 storm currently headed toward the Gulf Coast, with landfall expected Friday evening along Florida’s Panhandle, officials said.

10/06/2026

The Church of the Brethren is hiring a Mission Advancement Advocate to build relationships with individuals and congregations and invite support for our program ministries.

We welcome applicants with at least three years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, constituent engagement, or comparable relationship-management work.

Full time benefits | Elgin, IL or remote within the US | Regular travel required

See more details about the position: www.brethren.org/about/employment

To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Applications are reviewed as received until the position is filled.

If someone comes to mind, please pass this opportunity along.

10/04/2026

“Jesus said to them, ‘Have you never read in the scriptures: “The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; this was the Lord’s doing, and it is amazing in our eyes”?’” (Matthew 21:42, NRSVue).

Today's bulletin features a photo of a Christian Churches Together gathering, and a reflection on that gathering. Photo and text are by Wendy McFadden.

10/02/2026

A new school year, job, or community can bring new question about faith and the world. A gift subscription to Messenger: the magazine of the Church of the Brethren offers torts, Bible studies, and perspectives from across the Church of the Brethren to read and think about along the way.

Give 10 issues of Messenger for just $18:
www.brethren.org/messenger/subscribe

10/02/2026

💛 Bring Sunday’s Bible story home! Try these simple activities together throughout the week as your family talks about God, wonders together, and grows in faith.

📖 Read pages 88–89 in The Peace Table: A Storybook Bible or Psalm 139. The psalmist wrote, “I praise you, for I am made in a wonderful way.” Name something wonderful that you can do.

🗣️ Talk. Share three things that make each family member special. How does it feel to know God knows everything about you and loves you?

🙏 Pray. As you touch each finger of one hand, thank God for different body parts and something that body part can do. For example, “Thank you for my fingers that can write and draw.”

10/02/2026

From supporting students to coordinating Church of the Brethren FaithX service trips, Brethren Volunteer Service worker Aly Heckeroth helps others put their faith into practice.

And your support of the Church of the Brethren's core ministries sustains these types of opportunities to serve, build relationships, and grow in faith.

Read more, in this week's issue of eBrethren: https://tinyurl.com/eBrethren-26Oct01

10/01/2026

Faith-filled service takes many forms—and continues throughout our lives.

Adults 50+ are invited to serve together during the 2027 Older Adult Church of the Brethren FaithX experience ce, Feb. 21–26 at Camp Ithiel in Florida.

Participants will take part in service projects suited for a variety of abilities, while also sharing in worship and devotions, fellowship and recreation, and time to enjoy Florida in February.

Space is limited to 20 participants, and registration is open now.

Learn more and register: www.brethren.org/faithx/older-adult