October 22, 2026
Setting Our Hearts
Doug Redford
Ministries & Organizations
Shawn McMullen
Restoration Movement ministries, missions, colleges and organizations.
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Independent Christian ChurchKairos Benevolence FundKairos Benevolence Fund (KBF) provides benevolent grants to aging Christian Church ministers and missionaries facing health…Independent Christian Church · Missions
Kairos Benevolence Fund
Kairos Benevolence Fund — Organization Profile The Kairos Benevolence Fund (KBF) is a nonprofit ministry created to provide benevolent grants for aging Christian Church ministers and missionaries facing specific health or financial crises. KBF frames its purpose around honoring long-term…
Kairos Benevolence Fund — Organization Profile The Kairos Benevolence Fund (KBF) is a nonprofit ministry created to provide benevolent grants for aging Christian Church ministers and missionaries facing specific health or financial crises. KBF frames its purpose around honoring long-term “kingdom servants” who served faithfully but now find themselves without the resources to meet urgent needs. The organization invites churches and individual donors to participate by funding grants and helping create a culture of “honor, appreciation, and love” for ministry colleagues. KBF’s work is focused on identifying qualified ministry workers in hardship and providing targeted assistance when a crisis emerges—often related to medical bills, housing instability, unexpected emergencies, or other acute financial burdens. While needs vary case by case, the…
Kairos Benevolence Fund — Organization Profile
The Kairos Benevolence Fund (KBF) is a nonprofit ministry created to provide benevolent grants for aging Christian Church ministers and missionaries facing specific health or financial crises. KBF frames its purpose around honoring long-term “kingdom servants” who served faithfully but now find themselves without the resources to meet urgent needs. The organization invites churches and individual donors to participate by funding grants and helping create a culture of “honor, appreciation, and love” for ministry colleagues.
KBF’s work is focused on identifying qualified ministry workers in hardship and providing targeted assistance when a crisis emerges—often related to medical bills, housing instability, unexpected emergencies, or other acute financial burdens. While needs vary case by case, the common thread is that grants are intended to meet a specific hardship rather than function as broad, ongoing support. KBF also regularly shares recipient stories to help donors understand the types of crises being addressed and how gifts translate into tangible relief.
Operationally, KBF describes a grant process with three main components: raising awareness of the need, evaluating grant applications, and distributing funds to meet approved needs. Grant decisions and disbursements are overseen by the board and a grant distribution team, and KBF notes that experienced ministry, missionary, and business professionals located across the United States help evaluate applications. KBF also communicates that gifts designated for a particular project are generally honored, while also noting that if a specific project is overfunded, excess gifts may be redirected to other approved projects or ministry operations.
KBF provides multiple pathways for someone to seek help or connect others to help. Individuals can apply for assistance through KBF’s application process, and supporters can also submit a referral (including an option to request anonymity). In those cases, KBF indicates the referred person will be contacted and invited to complete an application so the situation can be evaluated consistently and confidentially.
Supporters can engage through giving in several ways, including online donations, mailing a check, and certain non-cash gifts. KBF also lists a giving option through Zelle tied to a ministry email address used for donations. Beyond financial support, churches and individuals can participate by sharing needs, referring ministry colleagues, and staying connected to current projects and stories that highlight where assistance is needed most.
KBF’s leadership includes a board of directors and an executive staff team. The board is chaired by Shawn McMullen, with Cindy Willison serving as vice chair, alongside additional board members with backgrounds in local church ministry, missions, and nonprofit leadership. The organization’s executive leadership lists David Pace as founder and CEO, with operations, finance, and events roles supporting the day-to-day work of coordinating applications, donor relationships, and grant distribution.
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Independent Christian ChurchChristian Standard MediaChristian Standard Media publishes Christian Standard and The Lookout, providing biblically grounded magazine content and online…Independent Christian Church · Publishing
Christian Standard Media
Christian Standard Media — Organization Profile Christian Standard Media is a mission-driven publishing organization that serves leaders and members within the Restoration Movement, especially congregations commonly known as Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. Best known for its flagship publications,…
Christian Standard Media — Organization Profile Christian Standard Media is a mission-driven publishing organization that serves leaders and members within the Restoration Movement, especially congregations commonly known as Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. Best known for its flagship publications, Christian Standard and The Lookout, the organization provides magazine content and related resources intended to encourage biblical faithfulness, strengthen unity, and support local church ministry. The organization’s roots reach back to the mid-1800s, when leaders gathered to launch a journal devoted to New Testament Christianity. Over time, that effort developed into a long-standing publishing legacy that has included Sunday school materials, Bible study helps, and other ministry tools. Today, Christian Standard Media continues that heritage primarily through its magazine platforms…
Christian Standard Media — Organization Profile
Christian Standard Media is a mission-driven publishing organization that serves leaders and members within the Restoration Movement, especially congregations commonly known as Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. Best known for its flagship publications, Christian Standard and The Lookout, the organization provides magazine content and related resources intended to encourage biblical faithfulness, strengthen unity, and support local church ministry.
The organization’s roots reach back to the mid-1800s, when leaders gathered to launch a journal devoted to New Testament Christianity. Over time, that effort developed into a long-standing publishing legacy that has included Sunday school materials, Bible study helps, and other ministry tools. Today, Christian Standard Media continues that heritage primarily through its magazine platforms and digital resources, making much of its content available online for broad access.
Christian Standard functions as a leadership-focused magazine and digital platform, aiming to “resourcing” church leaders with articles, columns, and news that engage ministry challenges and opportunities. The publication highlights church leadership and ministry practice, connecting a far-flung fellowship of churches by offering shared ideas, stories, and discussion points. Christian Standard Media also invites churches to subscribe in print or access a free digital subscription, helping staff teams, elders, and ministry leaders stay connected and informed.
The Lookout provides a weekly resource designed to support a believer’s daily walk with Christ. Its content includes devotional and Bible study features meant to help readers apply faith to everyday life and deepen spiritual habits. In addition to its magazine content, Christian Standard Media maintains connected tools such as a digital database and other online resources offered in partnership with ministry organizations, with the goal of serving churches with practical, biblically grounded material.
Christian Standard Media is based in Parker, Colorado, and its publications are used by readers and churches worldwide. Individuals and congregations can engage with the ministry by reading and sharing content, subscribing to print editions, using the resource tools provided online, submitting inquiries or writing proposals where available, and supporting the work financially through giving.
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ConsultingThe Center for Church LeadershipThe Center for Church Leadership strengthens church leaders across the United States through coaching, ministry cohorts,…Consulting · Independent Christian Church
The Center for Church Leadership
The Center for Church Leadership — Organization Profile The Center for Church Leadership (CCL) strengthens churches by strengthening their leaders through coaching, collaboration, and resources. CCL serves church leaders across the United States through coaching, cohorts, practical resources, and collaborative…
The Center for Church Leadership — Organization Profile The Center for Church Leadership (CCL) strengthens churches by strengthening their leaders through coaching, collaboration, and resources. CCL serves church leaders across the United States through coaching, cohorts, practical resources, and collaborative learning communities. Rather than offering quick fixes, the CCL helps leaders build the clarity, confidence, and resilience they need to Lead Strong for the long haul. The CCL's work focuses on many of the areas most critical to a church’s strength and health. Preachers sharpen their craft through Level Up Preaching Cohorts. Children's ministers grow through KidMin cohorts and certification. Leadership teams develop healthier systems and stronger cultures through Healthy Church Co-Ops. Leaders pursuing advanced ministry training can earn an…
The Center for Church Leadership — Organization Profile
The Center for Church Leadership (CCL) strengthens churches by strengthening their leaders through coaching, collaboration, and resources. CCL serves church leaders across the United States through coaching, cohorts, practical resources, and collaborative learning communities. Rather than offering quick fixes, the CCL helps leaders build the clarity, confidence, and resilience they need to Lead Strong for the long haul.
The CCL's work focuses on many of the areas most critical to a church’s strength and health. Preachers sharpen their craft through Level Up Preaching Cohorts. Children's ministers grow through KidMin cohorts and certification. Leadership teams develop healthier systems and stronger cultures through Healthy Church Co-Ops.
Leaders pursuing advanced ministry training can earn an accredited master's degree through the Russell School of Ministry, a division of Central Bible University. The CCL also produces online content, including the “Leading Together” webinars and the “Ministry &” podcast. These platforms provide practical tools, fresh ideas, and encouragement for leaders navigating the challenges of ministry.
Collaboration is central to everything CCL does. By partnering with other ministry organizations and networks, more leaders are strengthened and more churches flourish.
The Center for Church Leadership traces its roots to Cincinnati Christian University. Today, the Elliott Library and Museum resides at the CCL's headquarters in Florence, Kentucky, preserving and celebrating the heritage of CCU and the Restoration Movement.
