Merry Christmas from the ODF Staff – 12/20/2025
As Christmas draws near, the Oklahoma Disciples Foundation staff extends heartfelt gratitude to you. Your gifts and continued support have made an impact and touched lives. This year has been filled with blessings. Together, we celebrated the Foundation’s 60th...
Generosity in Action: Christmas for Others 2025 – 12/13/2025
For 55 years, Christmas for Others has been a ministry of compassion in Eastern Oklahoma County, bringing hope and dignity to families during the holiday season. What began in 1970, serving just a few families, has grown into a tradition that now touches dozens of...
Extending the Thanksgiving Table All Year Long With The Friendship Feast 12/6/2025
Born out of a sermon at First Christian Church, Ponca City in 1989, Friendship Feast has spent 36 years living out Christ’s call to “feed the hungry.” What began with eight guests and a simple meal of noodles and turkey has grown into a ministry serving more than...
Remembering J. Alan Gibson: A Legacy of Faithful Stewardship – 11/8/2025
The Oklahoma Disciples Foundation gives thanks for the life and faithful witness of J. Alan Gibson (1937–2025) — a devoted disciple, generous steward, and lifelong member of First Christian Church Tulsa. J.’s journey of faith began at Camp Christian, where at age...
Nurturing the Next Generation: Endowments Supporting Children, Youth & Young Adults – 11/1/2025
The Oklahoma Disciples Foundation (ODF) is blessed to steward several endowments that nurture faith, leadership, and service among young people. Through these funds, ministries across Oklahoma and beyond receive grants that help children, youth, and young adults grow...
Honoring Ministers by Supporting Their Growth through Grants – 10/25/2025
Part of our series highlighting the Endowments that make the ODF Grants Program possible October is Minister Appreciation Month—a special time to celebrate the faithful leaders who guide our congregations with wisdom, compassion, and care. The Oklahoma Disciples...
Continuing the Legacy: Endowments Supporting Senior Ministries – 10/11/2025
This week, our endowment series highlights four special funds that support senior ministry grants across Oklahoma. These endowments—each rooted in care, compassion, and legacy—continue to enrich the lives of older adults through programs that promote health, dignity,...
Back to School Bash Brings Community Together – 9/6/2025
Western Oaks Christian Church held its Third Annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 2. Students from several local schools came together for a day filled with energy, generosity, and community spirit. Months of planning by Western Oaks Christian Church, local...
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Marilee Hattendorf – 8/30/2025
The Oklahoma Disciples Foundation remembers with gratitude the life of Marilee Hattendorf, a longtime member of Southern Hills Christian Church in Edmond who passed away on August 12, 2025. Marilee was known for her compassion, her servant heart, and her willingness...
Faith in Action: Oklahoma Disciples Make a Difference in Jamaica – 8/23/2025
In early July, a team of 41 from Oklahoma Disciples Congregations (FCC El Reno, Guthrie, Stillwater, Luther, and Central Christian Church, Enid) joined for a week of service with American-Caribbean Experience (ACE) in St. Mary, Jamaica. Part of their service included...