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

10/15/2026

This summer the National Benevolent Association welcomed Rev. Dr. Carla Rev. Dr. Perkins as our new Director of Mental Health and Wellness. In this position, Perkins will help guide NBA’s continued work to support mental health and wellness across the life of the church, creating spaces where people can find care, connection, and practical resources for healing and wholeness.

From an early age, Rev. Dr. Perkins understood that her life and work were connected to a larger legacy, not only to what had been given to her, but also to what she could help make possible for others. “I have always known that whatever I do, it just can't be for me. And because of that, I naturally wanted to pursue careers that involved helping people.”

Learn more about Rev. Dr. Perkins and her vision to continue NBA’s important work in the mental health field at https://buff.ly/P9VtNRp.

10/14/2026

Are you a Disciples health and social service organization thinking about becoming an Incubate Partner? There’s still time to apply!

NBA’s Social Entrepreneurship program is accepting applications through November 1st. As an Incubate Partner, you would enter into a multi-year relationship with NBA that includes coaching, learning opportunities, and support for the leader’s ministry or organization.

For more information on the Incubate Partners initiative and steps to apply, visit https://buff.ly/GlRoVaq.

10/13/2026

Save the Date! NBA’s Older Adult Ministries is hosting the webinar Honoring Loss and Joy During the Holidays on Wednesday, November 18th at 12:00pm ET/11:00am CT.

Naming sadness and finding ways to honor it can bring joy back to life. Rev. Lina Eddy and Rev. Kimberly Weir will co-lead this virtual event that provides a gentle guide through a journey of sharing about the challenges of the holidays, offers ways to find comfort in busy days, and invites you to share your thoughts. Suggestions for a “Blue Christmas” worship service will also be presented.

Join us for this meaningful conversation! Learn more and register at https://buff.ly/Xb8VYV3.

10/12/2026

The recent Black Women’s Leadership Experience (BWLE) Intergenerational Retreat brought together Black women across generations to invest in what matters most: wellness, connection, leadership, and community.

Rooted in the BWLE values of self-love, authenticity, creativity, healing, and compassion, participants spent the weekend engaging in wellness practices, intergenerational conversations, worship, reflection, and mutual encouragement. Together, they explored how leadership can emerge from a place of wholeness while strengthening a growing network of Black women committed to supporting one another's flourishing.

This is what community looks like. This is what collective care makes possible.
Interested in participating, but couldn’t attend? Stay turned for more information on two retreats taking place in Spring 2027!

10/08/2026

🎙️ The first episode of NBA’s new podcast, Creating Communities of Justice & Care, is here!

Join NBA President & CEO Mark D. Anderson and Director of Young Adult Leadership Development Rev. Bere Gil Soto as they explore how innovation has shaped NBA from its beginnings nearly 140 years ago to its evolving work alongside leaders and communities today. They also preview the first season of the podcast, featuring leaders, partners, and practitioners who are bringing justice, collaboration, innovation, and prophetic action to life through real people and real work.

Listen now and subscribe!

Apple https://buff.ly/AnpiAru
Spotify https://buff.ly/pdW9QpT

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10/06/2026

NBA is hiring a Mental Health & Wellness Program Coordinator!

This full-time position will support NBA’s Mental Health and Wellness Initiative, which creates communities of compassion and care through a holistic approach centered in justice, equity, theology, spirituality, and clinical awareness. The coordinator will also help lead research and development for a new substance abuse and addiction recovery initiative.

Learn more and apply at https://buff.ly/BaAJFuo.

10/01/2026

NBA is partnering with Pension Fund of the Christian Church and Christian Church Foundation to offer a free cybersecurity webinar designed specifically for older adults titled Protect Yourself Online: A Cybersecurity Webinar for Seniors. Online scams, phishing attempts, identity theft, and financial fraud are becoming increasingly sophisticated. To help participants better protect themselves, we have invited James Watson, partner at Ice Miller LLP, to share practical guidance on recognizing common threats, protecting personal information, and responding to potential cyber incidents.

Two session options are available on Wednesday, October 28th: 11:00am ET or 7:00pm ET. Learn more and register at https://buff.ly/Va9hzfS.

09/30/2026

NBA is launching a new podcast, Creating Communities of Justice and Care!

Hosted by NBA President & CEO Mark D. Anderson and Director of Young Adult Leadership Development Rev. Bere Gil Soto, the podcast will explore the people, ideas, and practices shaping communities of justice and care today. Mark and Bere will be joined by guests from across the NBA community and beyond for conversations that inspire action, reflection, and connection.

Season One is coming in October 2026. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and join us as we explore what it means to create communities of justice and care together!

09/29/2026

NBA celebrates the completion of the inaugural Black Women’s Leadership Experience pilot residential cohort! Rooted in community, authenticity, healing, self-love, and creativity, BWLE created space for young adult Black women to explore leadership, vocation, wellness, spiritual formation, and community engagement within a womanist-centered framework.

Discover more about this meaningful milestone marking both the culmination of a transformative two-year journey and the beginning of an exciting new chapter at https://buff.ly/JBTWn9D.

09/28/2026

There’s still time to apply for a Fall 2026 NBA Mission & Ministry Grant! Applications are open through this Wednesday, September 30th.

Don’t miss this opportunity to support your older adult, youth and young adult, or intergenerational project. Learn more and start your application here: https://buff.ly/SgMhMON

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