05/18/2026
Sunday to Sunday in Regional Ministry
May 10th, began a busy week for Regional staff. Michael worshipped and preached at New Hope Christian Church, OKC. Following worsip he led the Search Process Orientation.
May 11th, the Commission on Clergy met in-peson at Crown Heights Christian Church, OKC. They held two ordination councils and during their afternoon meeting, thanked Rev. Ronnie Hopkins for his leadership as the chair and recognized the service of other members rotating off the commission.
May 12, our Assocate Regional Minister, Rev. Shannon Cook, receive a book award at Phillips Theological Seminary for her work in a DMin program class. Michael attended area clergy gatherings. Northeast Area Clergy met via Zoom and some Central Area Clergy gathered for lunch and mini-golf in Bricktown in OKC. Michael met with members of Liberty Heights Christian Church in Lawton.
May 13, Michael worked from the office in OKC and held digital office hours. Shannon met via Zoom with the Disciples Youth Ministry Network as they plan their 2027 event and continue to prepare for the church camp season. That evening, Michael met with the Assocate Minister Search Committee at First Christian Church Norman for the Search Process Orientation.
May 14, Michael met with Northwest Area Clergy at Central Christian Church in Enid.
May 15, Church Camp registration closed. Phillips Theological Seminary held their graduate's banquet and Michael attended with his companion, Rev. Dr. Lisa Davison,
May 16, Shannon and Michael attended graduation at Phillips Theological Seminary hosted by Harvard Ave. Christian Church, Tulsa. Our General Minister and President, Rev. Terri Hord Owens was the speaker. Pastor Eula Hledick, First Christian Church Norman, received her Mdiv degree and Rev. Dr. Don Heath, Disciple Christian Church, Edmond, received his DMin degree.
May 17th, Shannon worshipped and preached at Disciples Christian Church, Edmond and Michael attended the 125th anniversary worship at First Christian Church in Duncan.
This week, congregations with registered campers receive invoices via email.
Southwest Area Clergy meet today, Monday, at First Christian Church in Chickasha and Southeast Area Clergy meet at First Christian Church in Sulphur on Wednesday.
Disciples, you are a blessing.
