Ministry Doesn’t Happen Alone – 10/31/2026
October is Pastor Appreciation Month, a time to recognize the faithful ministers who lead, encourage, and walk alongside our congregations. Their work extends far beyond Sunday mornings, touching lives and strengthening communities in ways that often go unseen....
What Happens After the Grant? – 10/24/2026
Every grant from the Oklahoma Disciples Foundation begins with an opportunity for ministry. A congregation recognizes a need, imagines a way to serve, and takes the first step toward making it happen. In 2026, the Foundation awarded $240,675.01 to 111 projects from...
There’s More Than One Way to Give – 10/17/2026
When we think about generosity in the life of the Church, we often think of the ministries our gifts make possible—feeding neighbors, supporting children and youth, caring for our communities, and helping congregations share Christ's love in meaningful ways. But...
Grant Applications Are Open! – 10/10/2026
Do you have an idea for ministry in your congregation or community? Now is the time to put it into action. Applications for the 2027 Oklahoma Disciples Foundation Grants Program are now open. Earlier this year, we shared stories about grants at work across...
Remembering Rev. Dr. Robert O. “Bob” Weitzeil
The Oklahoma Disciples Foundation gives thanks for the life and ministry of Rev. Dr. Robert O. “Bob” Weitzeil, who died on September 7 at age 89. Bob’s relationship with ODF spanned more than two decades. He had been a faithful donor since 2004, years before joining...
Building What’s Next: Resources for the Journey
When we launched our Building What’s Next series this summer, we promised to do more than talk about the questions congregations face. We also promised to build practical resources to help churches prayerfully discern what God may be calling them to do next. That...
Remembering Paul Thompson – 9/19/2026
The Oklahoma Disciples Foundation joins family, friends, and the wider church in remembering Paul Eugene Thompson, Tulsa, Oklahoma, who died on September 9 at the age of 88. Paul's service to the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) took many forms. He served as...
Building What’s Next: Recognizing the Invitation – 9/12/2026
Sometimes the hardest question a congregation can ask is also the most faithful: Is God inviting us to become something different? Often, that question begins with something very practical: the building. Church buildings were built to serve ministry. But after decades...
Building What’s Next: A Gift That Keeps Working – 9/5/2026
Last week, we shared the story of Richard and Peggy Ziglar and their desire to help the ministries they care about continue for the long term. Their story also illustrates an important point about endowments: a gift made today can keep working for years to come....
Building What’s Next: Faithful to the Calling – 8/29/2026
For Richard and Peggy Ziglar, Tulsa, OK, stewardship has never been a single decision. It has been a lifetime of learning from faithful people, giving generously, and supporting the ministries that have shaped their lives. Richard's relationship with Christmount...