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The NBA is the health and social services general ministry of the Christian Church (DOC).

05/04/2026

The May 2026 NBA e-newsletter is here!

In this issue, meet NBA’s newest Incubate Partners, see which ministries and organizations received Spring 2026 Mission & Ministry Grants, and catch up on upcoming NBA events this spring.

Dive in and learn more: https://buff.ly/yW7nq1v.

05/01/2026

What is ageism, and how is it impacting ministries and organizations?

NBA’s Older Adult Ministries is hosting a new webinar, Ageism For Real, on Wednesday, June 17th at 12:00pm ET/11:00am CT. An intergenerational panel led by Rev. Bere Gil Soto, NBA’S Director of Young Adult Leadership Development, and Jan Aerie, NBA’s Older Adult Ministries Mission Specialist, will discuss what ageism is, share experiences, and offer ideas to help push back.

There is no cost to attend this virtual event. Register today at https://buff.ly/IOEQWSb.

04/30/2026

Save the Date! The 10th Anniversary Virtual Celebration and Open House of NBA’s Young Adult Peer Learning & Wellness Groups will be taking place on Wednesday, June 17th at 7:30pm ET/6:30pm CT.

This free online gathering is both a celebration of past and present peer groups AND an open invitation for any young adult who is curious about what it’s like to be part of a peer group rooted in connection, reflection, and mutual support. We are pleased to be joined by Rev. Dr. Samuel Robles, Jr., an ordained minister, professional musician, educator and author who will guide us in an engaging exploration of how vocation, passion, and our God given gifts inform and shape one another as we live out our purpose. Learn more and sign up today at https://buff.ly/oXsGDcf.

Come celebrate the journey, and come see if a peer group might be part of what’s next for you!

04/28/2026

What does equity look like when it comes to disabilities?

NBA’s Young Adult Leadership Development Program’s Research & Development team has been delving into the topic of offering programming that promotes disability equity across leadership experiences for young adults with/in disabilities, and next month they will be offering a survey to listen, learn, and gather information from people across the Disciples denomination that can guide future discernment and the design of more accessible, inclusive, and meaningful opportunities.

We sat down with members of the R&D team to learn more about what motivated them to become part of the design team and how they hope to see a church where young adults with/in disabilities can lead, belong, and thrive. https://buff.ly/qKQk57n.

04/24/2026

“Justice is an explicit value of the National Benevolent Association, and we’re striving to find ways to challenge not just the consequences of injustice, but also the causes.” -Rev. Nathan Day Wilson

Earlier this year Rev. Wilson joined NBA as Associate Vice President of Strategic Development, a new position created to emphasize the importance of our development work and to cultivate intentional relationships across and within ecumenical communities. He recently spoke with World Council of Churches (WCC), where he formerly worked prior to NBA, to reflect on his new role. https://buff.ly/0GSKsql (📸: WCC)

04/23/2026

Are you passionate about mental health? Could you see yourself designing, implementing, and evaluating programs that promote an integrated vision of holistic wellness across all NBA programs, as well as develop a clear strategic vision for this ongoing program area in line with NBA’s mission, vision, and values? If so, we encourage to apply to be our next Director of Mental Health & Wellness!

Applications will be accepted through May 1st, so you still have a few days to get your application in. For a complete job description visit https://buff.ly/auXAaqh.

04/21/2026

Registration for the 2026 SENT Summer is now open!

Join us on June 21st and 22nd to hear messages of inspiration and resilience from public change makers as they share personal anecdotes and frameworks that nurture endurance for those “in the HEAT of The Work” of leading social change. Formerly our annual SENT Seminar event, SENT Summer will take place from 7:00pm-8:00pm ET/6:00pm-7:00pm CT each night. There is no cost to attend but registration is required. Sign up today at http://nbacares.org/sent.

04/20/2026

What is the Silver Chalice Ministry? “Silver Chalice renews purpose, focus and even vitality for individuals and the congregation,” said Jan Aerie, NBA’s Older Adult Ministries Mission Specialist.

The Silver Chalice Ministry designation affirms the growing number of older adults in the US and in our faith communities, while fighting against the injustice of ageism. It seeks to create age-friendly communities all over the country, and over three dozen congregations have earned or are working towards a Silver Chalice Ministry designation.

Learn more about Silver Chalice and how your ministry/organization can become a designated Silver Chalice member at https://buff.ly/ZlTivyv.

04/17/2026

Earlier this year members of the 2026 SENT Cohort met up in Houston for an in-person huddle, a time where these faith-rooted social entrepreneurs could connect, learn and grow deeper together. If you would be interested in being part of a future SENT Cohort, start your journey by joining us for the 2026 SENT Summer on June 21 & 22! Learn more at nbacares.org/sent.

04/16/2026

“I didn’t want to hurt people anymore. That’s when I began the journey toward my healing.” -James “Sharif” Menefield

NBA’s Justice Initiatives team invites you to a conversation with James "Sharif" Menefield at the webinar New Fruits from Wounded Soil: Pentecost and Restorative Justice, taking place on Thursday, May 14th at 12:00pm ET/11:00am CT. Sharif will share about his journey of transformation through restorative justice, grounded in lived experience, accountability, and hope. After decades of incarceration, Sharif discovered that healing is possible even in the most wounded places.

Learn more and register for this free virtual event at https://buff.ly/DQ45Jwl.

04/15/2026

Thank you to all of the current and former Peer Learning & Wellness Group cohort members who joined us last night for the 10th Anniversary Virtual Celebration! It was such a joy to reconnect and rejoice as we looked back on the impact of the ten years of peer groups at NBA as well as what we look forward to over the next decade.

Our celebrations of 10 Years of NBA Peer Groups continues later this year. A virtual celebration and open house for Young Adult Peer Groups will be held on June 17th- more information will be coming soon.

Additionally, we are hosting a 10-Year Peer Learning & Wellness Group in-person Alumni Reunion, September 14–17, 2026, at the Franciscan Renewal Center in Arizona, and registration is now open! Learn more about this event and sign up at https://buff.ly/Zyvlniy.

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