Mission and Vision of the CAS District
Our Mission:
The Mission of the Capitol Area South District is to encourage and equip United Methodist congregations in their mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
Our Vision
The vision of the Capitol Area South District is that all local churches are to be disciple-making centers that mirror the demographic composition of the community in which they are located in terms of age, ethnicity, and cultural background; and that the congregations continually grow and reach new people for Christ and strive to be open and inclusive of all God's children. Read the Revised CAS Strategic Plan by clicking HERE.
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School of Christian Missions Set Theme: Faith - Hope - Love in Action
Ohio Northern University
Four Day School: July 19-22
Weekend School: July 16-18
Day Sampler: July 17
Studies:
For the Love of God: John's Letters, the Spiritual Growth Study, offers an in-depth study of John's Letters.
Joy to the World: Mission in the Age of Global Christianity invites us to look at why we are involved in mission and how we proclaim the Good News in Jesus Christ.
The Beauty and Courage of Sudan: Why a Dream of Peace Is Possible
Click HERE to download a brochure.
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The United Methodist Men of the West Ohio Conference invite all men to participate in a one day program on Saturday, August 7, from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, at the Methodist Theological School.
The day will feature Todd Braschler of Todd Braschler Ministries.
Click HERE for a registration brochure.
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Two Volunteer in Mission Teams are scheduled to go to Managua, Nicaragua. The dates for the teams are June 26-July 4, and November 5-14, 2010. The November team will also have a sightseeing extension of 3-4 days yet to be determined. Cost for each of the teams is estimated to be $1,200 per person.
For more information click HERE.
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Mark Your Calendar
July 30: Pre Church Conference Briefing @ Brice UMC
August 5: Pre Church Conference Briefing (location to be determined) |
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District Conference Set for May 23
Under the banner of "Pentecost Power: Prayer and Fasting for Transformation" pastors, lay members to annual conference, and other church leaders will gather for the CAS District Conference on Sunday May 23.
District Superintendent Hank Stringer will convene the district conference at 3:00 PM at the Livingston UM Church, 200 E Livingston Ave, Columbus.
The meeting will include a time to conduct the business of the district including election of officers and setting the 2011 district budget. In addition, pastors being ordained and pastors in the retirement class will be recognized.
The afternoon will also feature a powerful worship time on the afternoon of Pentecost Sunday. Two liturgical dance groups from Gethsemane UMC (The Faith Angels and Steppin Into Faith) will lead in the worship. The praise band from New Life Community UMC (the newest chartered congregation in the district) will provide music for the event. Dr. Hank Stringer will offer the message in the worship service. |
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Jim's Tool Box
 CAS Congregations Feature Innovative/New Ministries
For this month's Tool Box, I decided to ask pastors in the district the question, "What are some new initiatives, programs, and/or ministries that your congregation has undertaken in the last year?"
I was pleased that I received several responses from a number of pastors around the district. This month and next, I will share with you some of the responses I received. Where I have them, I have linked the pastors' emails into the article so that you can contact the pastors and find out more about what is going on in the congregations that they serve.
Click HERE to read the article. |
UM Community Ministries: Bridges Out of Poverty
The Rev. Beth Weisbrod announces training in Bridges out of Poverty. Several training sessions in this national program will be available across the two districts. Click HERE to read Beth's article about this training and what it can mean to your church.
New Life Church in the Short North area of Columbus is another vital ministry serving the homeless in the metro area. Congregations in both the Capitol Area North and Capitol Area South Districts partner with New Life in their mission to the neighborhood and community. Click HERE to download a bulletin insert about the New Life Ministry. |
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CAS District Sites Featured in ReThink Poverty Event with the Council of Bishops
 The Council of Bishops of the United Methodist Church met recently in Columbus. On the weekend prior to the Council of Bishops meeting, a number of "Rethink" Poverty events were held in the Columbus metro area. Three of these events were held at sites in the CAS District (Westside Free Store, the Charitable Pharmacy at Livingston UMC, and the Church for All People). In addition those sites were among the locations visited by the bishops during a "Best Practices" Tour during the Council of Bishops meeting.
Click HERE to see a link for stories and photos on the front page of the West Ohio web site. |
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Registered for Annual Conference?  The 2010 West Ohio Annual Conference will be held at Lakeside, OH during June 6-10.
Registration for annual conference is being handled online this year. Click HERE to go to the 2010 Annual Conference Web Site for more information about this year's schedule and to register. Click HERE to download a copy of the Book of Reports. Pastors: Are you registered for the clergy session that will be held at Ginghamsburg UMC on Wednesday, May 19? Registration for clergy session is also online. Click HERE to register. |
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UMRF Banquet Planned for Lakeside
"A Future with Hope" is the theme of the United Methodist Rural Fellowship banquet that will be held on Sunday, June 6, at 5:00 PM, at the North Shore Retirement Center, at Lakeside. Click HERE to download a brochure to for more information and to register for the event. |
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Social Media for Faith Leader Workshop May 18
 Nearly everywhere you turn you hear about Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, but this is not a passing fad or just a big waste of time. On Tuesday, May 18, we will explore how these tools can extend the boundaries of traditional ministry, encourage learning, sharing and discussion and open another door into your local church. In our time together we will also explore how social media is transforming the discussion of theology and ministry in the church.
The Social Media Workshop for Faith Leaders only costs $15 for professionals (free for students) and includes dinner. All you need to bring is yourself and your laptop (borrow one if you have to!). This event will be held on the campus of Methodist Theological School in Ohio (3081 Columbus Pike, Delaware Oh).
Click HERE for registration information. |
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Mental Health Workshop Scheduled for May 20
On Thursday May 20 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, at Community UMC, Circleville 120 North Pickaway St, One Community Ministries and the Capitol Area North & South Community Ministries will be hosting a workshop titled "Welcoming the Wounded Soul" The workshop is for clergy, laity and those of the community who are interested in rethinking how mental health, recovery and other issues are addressed in our congregations and communities. Participants will be able to share and receive tools needed to better develop a more comprehensive response. All are in invited. There is no cost but you are asked to register by calling 740-474-4900 or going to www.onecommunityministries.org. |
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2010 Camping Info Available Online 
Now is the time to get ready to go to church camp this summer. As usual, the West Ohio Conference camps offer many exciting opportunities for children and youth of all ages.
Click HERE to see the camp schedule and to find out more information about camps for this summer. |
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West Ohio's Response to Haiti: Planning for VIM Trips
 The West Ohio Conference has been very generous in the response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti. Congregations across the conference partnered with their communities to fill a semi-truck with 29,990 health kits. The conference also sent an additional 2,193 kits to the Sager Brown Center. The cash value of the kits is $381,196. In addition the conference treasurer's office has received $817,826 as of March 12 for Haiti relief.
It is now time for Volunteer in Mission Teams to begin planning for trips to Haiti. Training sessions will be held this spring. Click HERE to read more about the relief efforts and and details for VIM Teams to go to Haiti. |
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Happenings and Events in CAS Local Congregations
Wesley Church of Hope Hosts Youth Revival
Wesley Church of Hope, 2935 Bulen Ave, Columbus, is hosting a Youth Revival on June 3-4, at 6:30 PM. Click HERE for a flyer about the event.
Westgate Church to Host Training "How Trauma Effects Kids"
Westgate UMC, 61 S Powell Ave, Columbus will host a training event "How Trauma Effects Kids" on Saturday, June 12, from 9:00 to 10:30 am. Click HERE for more information about the event.
Does Your Church Have a Wheel Chair to Spare? Gethsemane UMC is in need of a wheel chair in good working order. If your church would have one available please contact the Rev. Alyce Hardin-Cook by clicking HERE. Gates Fourth UMC Is Looking for Help With Volunteers to Assist with Serving Breakfast
Gates-Fourth UMC, located at the corner of Gates and Fourth Streets
(119 E. Gates Street) south of German Village, needs volunteers to help serve a community breakfast on the third and fourth Saturdays of the month. At these breakfasts we usually serve 200 to 250 persons who live in poverty or on the brink of poverty, the great majority of whom are homeless. We have food, but we are in need of people to help prepare and serve it. If you or a group from your church would be willing to be involved in this hands-on ministry, please contact Rev. Pam Brater at (614) 725-2924. |
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New Appointments in the CAS District
Pastors newly appointed in the Capitol Area South District. All appointments are effective July 1, 2010 unless otherwise noted:
Eastview Tina Fox
Pataskala James Sharrett
Sixth Avenue Richard Jones
Shalom Carroll Craig Arnold
Hopewell Barbara Wood Salyers
Appleton Eva Marie Wolfe (in addition to her current
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Pastors Time to Sign Up for One to Ones
It is time for pastors to sign up for their annual One to One with Hank. Sign up now to get the time that you want. Click HERE to see a schedule of the times available. Call Carol Wilson at the District Office to sign up. You may also sign up at the District Conference or at the Pre Church Conference Briefings on July 30 or August 5. |
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Apportionment Update
Click HERE to see the congregations that have paid at least 33% of their conference apportionments as of 5/6/10. Thanks to all for faithfulness in the payment of apportionments.
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