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The cry of my soul?
A graduate-level class on the writings of Greek writer and philosopher Nikos Kazantzakis was both intriguing and daunting to Caroline Hamilton. She hadn't yet read his work, but the professors and the structure of the class appealed to her. Little did she know what an impact the class would have. Kazantzakis' work has turned Caroline's thoughts inward, focusing on the true cries of her soul.
Busy work? No, good work.
Even by the standards of busy college students, Charisse Knorr is really busy. Between studies, work, shadowing mentors, cheerleading, her sorority, a new puppy, trying to graduate a year early, and a steadfast commitment to church, she's always on the go. It could be a recipe for burnout, but Charisse feels the busyness feeds her soul. She's also learning a lot about herself and her future.
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Deadline to apply for
HELM Leadership Fellows Program
extended to April 30
 April 30 is the new deadline for college-bound students who want to sharpen their church leadership potential by participating in the HELM Leadership Fellows Program. The HELM Leadership Fellows Program nurtures college students for for transformational leadership in the church and the wider human community. If you know a student whom you believe has leadership potential for the church and the world, let us know. We will send information to that student on applying for the HELM Leadership Fellows Program.
Ministerial Student Grants applications due April 1
Disciples seminarians are invited to apply for Ministerial Student Grants, a program of Higher Education and Leadership Ministries (HELM) providing up to $3,000 for selected M.Div. students to support research projects, educational experiences outside the student's institution, study-related travel, or other opportunities.
Campus ministry the focus of Share 2010
 Share 2010, the national student ministry gathering of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the United Church of Christ, will gather college students and campus pastors in the summer of 2010 for a week of fellowship, networking, service, learning, and worship. Texas Christian University will host the gathering June 28-July 2. Registration will open early next year. Share 2010 is coordinated by HELM; the UCC's Higher and Theological Education Ministry; the Student Ecumenical Partnership (STEP), the national student ministry of the UCC and Disciples; and TCU.
HELM Leadership Fellows conference focuses on creativity in vocation, in faith, and in life
 So many situations in the church call for creativity. How do you create a vital community? How do you revitalize a congregation? How do you create a community of young adults? How can you do ministry in a new way? How can you provide a seemingly impossible-to-create ministry to reach the seemingly impossible-to-reach community? Creativity — in our work, in our faith, and in everyday life — was at the center of the HELM Leadership Fellows conference, held November 6-8 in Dallas.
Winter "Tomorrow's Leaders Today" now online
Keep up with HELM's ministry and the leadership development on Disciples campuses through HELM's newsletter. Highlights include the HELM Leadership Fellows Conference, Bethany College's John Hull receiving the T.A. Abbott Award for classroom excellence, the "Campus Compassion" partnership between Barton College and Week of Compassion, and Texas Christian University's Spirituality And Leadership Training seminar.
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Calling all seminarians!
Federal laws protecting student privacy make it tougher each year to identify Disciples seminarians. While many schools agree to pass along information to their students about Disciples programs, many seminarians will slip through the cracks. If you're a Disciples M.Div. student, sign up for the Seminarians list serv. If you know a Disciples seminarian, make sure that student knows about HELM's Seminarians list serv. It's the easiest way to find out about the Seminarians Conference, the Ministerial Grant program, and other opportunities.
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HELM is on Facebook and Twitter
Become a fan of HELM on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter. Get updates on our ministry, events, and other HELM news through your Facebook feed. Student stories, news, and events will be posted here regularly. Join our online community!
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Get your "D.o.C. Campus Guide Brochure" here
 Starting your college search? Looking for a school that reflects your Christian values and dedication? Disciples of Christ have lots of colleges across the United States offering various programs, sizes and cost. Now it's easy to see side-by-side comparisons of our colleges with the newly created "D.o.C. Campus Guide Brochure." The brochure was created by Alexis Westerhausen, a biochemistry major at Culver-Stockton College and a HELM Leadership Fellow, to help congregations promote the benefits of Disciples undergraduate institutions with their youth.
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