141st Annual Convention
of the Diocese of Southern Ohio
Dayton Convention Center
Registration is now open!
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Ticket information for Presiding Bishop installation events
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Presiding Bishop-elect Michael Curry, bishop of the Diocese of North Carolina, speaks to a packed House of Deputies hall after deputies confirmed his election as the 27th presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church. Curry's family and others joined him on the dais. Photo: Cynthia L. Black/For ENS
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Two events will highlight the Installation of the next Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church, Bishop Michael Bruce Curry.
The Rt. Rev. Michael Bruce Curry, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina, was elected and confirmed to be the next Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church at the 78th General Convention on June 27. According to the Canons of The Episcopal Church, he becomes Presiding Bishop and Primate on November 1. Bishop Curry is the first African-American to be elected Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church. Bishop Curry will be the 27th Presiding Bishop. Saturday, October 31All are invited to join a Vigil Celebration and Eucharist, sponsored by the Union of Black Episcopalians ( UBE) in honor of the 27th Presiding Bishop on Saturday, October 31 at 11 am Eastern at the Armory, 2001 E. Capital St. SE in Washington, DC. The Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society will sponsor a live webcast of the Vigil Celebration at www.episcopalchurch.org. Additional information is available here. Ticket applications for the October 31 event are available here. Sunday, November 1The Holy Eucharist with the Installation of the 27th Presiding Bishop will occur on Sunday, November 1 at noon Eastern at Washington National Cathedral. The Holy Eucharist with the Installation of the 27th Presiding Bishop will be live webcast available here Applications for tickets for available seating for the November 1 event at Washington National Cathedral will be distributed by lottery. "This selection process was adopted as the fairest way to distribute tickets to the general public, noted the Rev. Canon Michael Barlowe, chair of the Transition Committee. "Demand for tickets far exceeds the capacity of Washington National Cathedral." Please note:* Only one ticket per person, and each person must fill out a form here.* There is no charge for a ticket. * Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. Eastern on Monday, September 21. * Selections will be conducted by random drawing. * Those allocated tickets will be notified on September 22, with further information.
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Take the Procter Center survey
The Hospitality Committee of the Procter Center Board of Directors would like your feedback on how to better serve and provide hospitality for those who visit the center. The survey should only take about 10 minutes of your time to complete.
Thank you!
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Presiding Bishop's statement on refugees
Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori has issued this statement on the current worldwide refugee crisis:
The children of Abraham have ever been reminded to care for the widow and orphan and the sojourner in their midst, who were the refugees and homeless of the time. Jesus charged his followers to care for the least of these and proclaim the near presence of the Reign of God - in other words, feed the hungry, water the thirsty, house the homeless, heal the sick, and liberate the captives. We cannot ignore the massive human suffering in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, nor in Asia and the Americas. We are our brothers' and sisters' keepers, and our lives are bound up with theirs. The church wide ministry of Episcopalians has included refugee resettlement since the refugee crisis of World War II. It continues today through the leadership of Episcopal Migration Ministries, and I urge your involvement, action, and support. Read about their work below, and share these opportunities with friends and co-workers. You will discover anew the power of good news in the face of the world's tragedies.
The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori
Presiding Bishop and Primate
The Episcopal Church
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Congregational and individual responses to the refugee crisis
The Syrian Civil War, now in its fourth year, has unleashed a humanitarian emergency in which severe war crimes - including indiscriminate massacres, persecution of religious and ethnic minorities, sexual and gender-based violence, and other humanitarian abuses - have become widespread. According to a recent UNHCR report, more than 4 million people (through the end of 2014) have fled their homes to escape the war in Syria, adding to a worldwide total of nearly 20 million refugees, half of whom are children. This is the largest and most widespread refugee crisis the world has known since World War II. While record numbers of people are being forced to flee, powerful images of refugees fleeing Syria are compelling the world to action. LearnThe media is publishing articles on a daily basis chronicling the most recent events and statistics. This crisis is complex geopolitically and historically ( see here). The terminology can also be confusing. Follow Episcopal Migration Ministries on Facebook and Twitter to stay up to date. ActIn 2015, the United States is welcoming 70,000 refugees to our country as new Americans. The Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society, through Episcopal Migration Ministries, works in partnership with its affiliate network, along with dioceses, faith communities and volunteers, to welcome refugees from conflict zones across the globe. Your local resettlement agency is always preparing for arriving families and in need of financial support, resources and volunteers. Contact an Episcopal Migration Ministries affiliate near you. AdvocateAs a global leader in refugee resettlement, the US can and must do all that it can to welcome Syrians to the United States. Reach out to your Senators, Representatives, and the White House and ask them to support a robust refugee resettlement program and significant increase in Syrian resettlement. The Episcopal Public Policy Network (EPPN) has written a sample letter you may send to your members of Congress urging them to support increasing the number of refugees resettled by the US in 2016. You can find this letter on the EPPN action center at this link. Join the Episcopal Public Policy Network to receive updates and policy action alerts to your inbox. Follow them on Facebook and Twitter. AwarenessFollow Episcopal Migration Ministries on Facebook and Twitter. Share news articles and story online and through your social media networks. Generate discussions in your community about the issues refugees are facing. Join the #RefugeesWelcome global social media campaign urging governments to welcome refugees to their countries. If you're a teacher, use UNHCR's toolkit for teaching young people about migration and refugees. If you are in a congregation, use the Prayer for Syria as part of your Sunday or daily worship. For additional information, contact Allison Duvall, Manager for Church Relations and Engagement for the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society, 212.716.6027 or aduvall@episcopalchurch.org.
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Connecting with ... Events around the diocese
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Training for congregations interested in creating a new website or converting their current one to a Wordpress platform (similar to diocesan site) will be held on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Stephen's, Columbus. Training is free and lunch is provided. St. Stephen's is located on the campus of The Ohio State University, at 30 W. Woodruff Ave.
Anyone interested in signing up or learning more, contact Julie Murray at jmurray@diosohio.org or 800.582.1712.
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Annual Revival
September 17-18
St. Simon of Cyrene, Lincoln heights
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Cincinnati Choral Society Judeo-Christian Concert: Speak to One Another of Psalms
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ince it was founded in 1974, the Cincinnati Choral Society (CCS) has sung in famed venues including New York's Carnegie Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris and All Hallows by the Tower of London. CCS has also performed with local orchestras and chamber ensembles, including the Cincinnati Pops, the Kentucky Symphony and the Blue Ash Montgomery Symphony Orchestra. Local fans will have an opportunity to hear one of the greater Cincinnati area's premier auditioned choirs and performing ensembles at two locations for their Fall 2015 concert program. At 7:30 p.m. on Friday October 9, CCS will appear at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, 8101 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45255. On Saturday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m. they will perform at Rockdale Temple, 8501 Ridge Road, Cincinnati OH 45236. Tickets are $10 in advance, and $15 at the door. Seniors & student pricing is $12, children 12 and under are free.
The 40 voice chorus will present a program entitled "Speak To One Another of Psalms" sung in English, Latin and Hebrew. The concert will feature Leonard Bernstein's " Chichester Psalms" with guest artists Shiloh Roby on organ, Elizabeth Motter on harp, and Ben Bratton on percussion. Other composers works performed at the concert include Orlando Gibbons, William Byrd, Herbert Howells, William Mathias, James MacMillan, Charles Ives, Randall Thompson, Jean Berger, and Cincinnati based composers Howard Helvey and Philip Clary, CCS Artistic Director. CCS offers quality musical experiences not only to audiences but to professional and talented non-professional singers seeking a satisfying choral experience. For more information about CCS, including how to make on line donations please visit www.cincinnatichoralsociety.org
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The Total Labyrinth Experience
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REGISTER FOR THE "CONSIDER THE LILIES" CAMPUS MINISTRY RETREAT
October 23-25, 2015 in the Hocking Hills
Is it possible to set aside anxiety in an anxious world, particularly during a time of life when the future looms large and every choice we make might effect that future for good or ill?
Much of our anxiety is merited, and we can hear Jesus's call not to be anxious as too simplistic or, worse, as belittling something that is very real. But what if he's calling us to an action, rather than a mindset? What if he simply wants us to go out in nature and contemplate its beauty?
Although this retreat won't end all of our anxiety, it will give us a respite from us. Our hope is that this retreat will provide that respite to you. Go to www.praxiscommunities.org to find out more and register.
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Connecting with ... Public Policy
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Events
 Current headlines/ topics for conversation:
EDUCATION
ENVIRONMENT
POVERTY
PRISON REFORM
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Connecting with ... Formation opportunities
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Lay Worship Leader training
DID YOU KNOW that before officiating at Morning Prayer on Sunday, a lay person is required to have been licensed by the diocese? DID YOU KNOW that diocesan training is required before the Lay Worship Leader license is issued? DID YOU KNOW that these licenses must be renewed every two years, and that training is required before each renewal? DID YOU KNOW that Lay Worship Leader training will be offered this fall through the diocesan School for Ministry, and will be held at the Procter Center on October 10 and November 21? DID YOU KNOW that registration for this training is required, and should be received by the Diocese of Southern Ohio by October 3? If you didn't know before, you do now. What are you going to do about it?
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Connecting with ... Events at our cathedral
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Choral Evensong
Sunday, October 4 6 p.m.
Christ Church Cathedral Choir will sing Choral Evensong for the Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Music will include responses by Bernard Rose, the Gloucester service by Herbert Howells, and Grayston Ives' "The Canticle of Brother Sun." Reception following.
Bachtoberfest is beginning!
Collegium Cincinnati is one of the most vibrant up-and-coming musical organizations serving the Greater Cincinnati area. The group is pleased to call Christ Church Cathedral its home, as the ensemble-in-residence. The Collegium, as it's known, will be presenting the Third Annual Cincinnati Bach Festival, creating incredible musical performances through October in intimate and fun settings. Come listen to some of Cincinnati's finest baroque musicians as they fly through the great repertoire of the baroque period and beyond!
The first two musical offerings are:
Piano Recital at Christ Church Cathedral
Elena Kholodova will perform at Christ Church Cathedral on Saturday, October 3, at 7:30 p.m. Award winning international artist Elena Kholodova performs music of astonishing piano selections by Sergei Rachmaninov, Frédéric Chopin, and Franz Liszt. An intriguing and exquisite evening is promised! Ticket information: 513.321.2766 or www.musartscenter.wordpress.com Cocktails & Concertos II,
Bach's Brandenburg Concertos 2 & 3 Last year's 'Cocktails & Concertos' was so successful that they're doing it again! Relax, sip a Bach-tail, and enjoy as the Collegium plays two (more) of Bach's masterwork chamber pieces. Manami White leads the Collegium's orchestral players at Sunday, October 4 at 4:30 p.m. at Bromwell's HÄRTH Lounge (125 West 4th Street). For a full list of music offerings, go to http://www.collegiumcincinnati.org/concerts.html, or email Christopher Eanes at Christopher@CollegiumCincinnati.org.
Hate Crimes in the Heartland Screening
Wednesday, September 30
The YWCA of Greater Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati College of Law, and the University of Cincinnati Office of Diversity & Inclusion invite you to screen Hate Crimes in the Heartland on Wednesday, September 30, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the UC College of Law. This award-winning movie portrays the shocking violence rooted in America's history of racial hatred through the lens of Tulsa, Oklahoma, where two hate crimes, over 90 years apart, are impacting communities today. Register for this event by going to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hate-crimes-in-the-heartland-tickets-18039862715
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Episcopal Community Services Foundation grants
The deadline for applications to the Episcopal Community Services Foundation (ECSF) for 2016 grants is September 15, 2015. Episcopal congregations are encouraged to apply for grants to support their ministries and programs that address human need within the Diocese of Southern Ohio.
New this year is a simplified application for ministries requesting $1,000 or less. To see ECSF's funding criteria, grant application instructions and to download a copy of the grant applications, visit www.ECSFsouthernohio.org. When your application is complete, please send to administrator@ecsfsouthernohio.org. (If it is easier to mail it, address to Juliette Stuard, ECSF Administrator, 412 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, OH 45202.)
Assistance is available for any congregation needing help with the application process. If you need help or have questions, please email the Rev. Terri J. Thornton, Ministry Leader, at ministryleader@ecsfsouthernohio.org.
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2016 MDG Grants
The Diocese of Southern Ohio has a strong commitment to furthering the Millennium Development Goals and once again has designated .07% of its convention budget for MDG mission grants. These grants are designed to help organizations and groups with connections in our diocese to do national and world mission that support one or more of the MDG's. (http://www.un.org/millenniumgoals/)
Have an ongoing mission? Have a new mission project in mind? The National and World Mission Commission of the diocese encourages you to apply for a grant. Grant applications are being accepted through September 20, 2015 and can be found on the diocesan website. They can be found in the "Grants and Loans" link under Finance.
Grants will be determined in October to be awarded for use in 2016.
If you have any questions, please contact the Rev. Tom Fehr, Chair of N&WM Commission at tjfehr@gmail.com or 513.312.2614.
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Congregational Mission Grants
The Commission on Congregational Life is charged with encouraging, supporting, evaluating and seeking opportunities for development and growth of all fellowships, missions and parishes of the diocese. COCL offers Congregational Mission Grants (CMG) and New Initiative grants to congregations for this purpose. Applications can be found on the diocesan website under Finance - Grants & Loans. Please send all documents back electronically. The deadline for 2016 CMG applications is Sept. 30, 2015.
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Information about Open Enrollment
Open enrollment for 2016 medical benefits for active employees will take place from Oct. 21 to Nov. 6, 2015. Members will receive information from the Medical Trust with instructions on how to access their information online and make plan selections.
Employees who are not currently active members can enroll in the plan by contacting Angela Byrd in the Finance Office at abyrd@diosohio.org or 800.582.1712 ext. 113. Open enrollment for retirees will be held Oct. 13 through Dec. 7.
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Submit Congregational Leadership Lists
The diocese is preparing to undergo a complete upgrade/conversion of our database system in October. It is vital that we make sure that our data is as up to date as possible before we make the conversion.
The only way that we currently collect the information about the leadership in our congregations is via the Congregational Leadership List. If your congregation has not filled out the list for 2015 (and most have not), please fill out an updated form as soon as possible.
If you are unsure if your congregation has complied with submitting the list, please contact Julie Murray at
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Certifying lay delegates to convention
Congregations are canonically required (Canon III, Section 5) to submit a Certificate of Election of Lay Delegates as soon as possible after they have been chosen at your annual meeting. Lay delegates must be certified to receive credentials for voting at the convention.
If your congregation has not yet reported your election, you can access the certification form here, or on the diocesan website in the convention section. It is important to submit the certification before registering delegates for convention. If your lay delegates have changed since a certification form was submitted, you must complete a Change of Delegate form. A link to the form can also be found on the diocesan website in the convention section. Completed forms can be mailed, faxed or emailed to the diocesan office by Oct. 31. or at 800.582.1712 ext. 110.
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OSU football ticket auction to benefit Partners-in-Ministry-in-Liberia
What do OSU football and PIMIL have in common?
  Bishop Breidenthal generously donated two tickets to the September 26 game with Western Michigan to be used as a fundraiser for Partners in Ministry in Liberia. All funds received will go to PIMIL ministries, including the support of Ebola orphans in Liberia.The tickets are located at in Section 22B ("B-deck"), Row 4, Seats 11 & 12. A parking pass comes with the tickets; parking is in Lot CA at 10th and Cannon. The estimated value of the package is approximately $150. The opening minimum bid is $100. The auction will open at noon, Friday, September 4, and end at 4 p.m. EDT on Friday, September 18. In order to place a bid, call St. Matthew's Episcopal Church at 614.882.2706 during business hours (typically M-F, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Speak with Bernice Gruel or Cathy Bagot. NO BIDS WILL BE CONSIDERED THAT ARE LEFT ON THE ANSWERING MACHINE.
Payment must be made by cash or check (made to the order of St. Matthew's noting PIMIL on the memo line). Tickets should be picked up at the Pray. Think. Love. House, 23 E. College Avenue, Westerville, by noon, Friday, September 25. |
Native American Roundtable
 The Diocese of Southern Ohio and the Native American Council of Christ Church Cathedral are sponsoring the second Native American Ministry Roundtable at Procter Center on Saturday, September 19, at 10 a.m.
The Roundtable is open to all who are interested in Native American issues, concerns and opportunities.
Churches of several denominations have been involved in mission work and supporting Native Americans on reservations. The Roundtable is being held to promote collaboration and engagement in working for and with our Native American sisters and brothers throughout the US.
Topics will include sharing past and present Native American initiatives, refining a vision for collaboration and the best possibilities for achieving the vision and planning future meetings. We will be eating lunch at Procter. Cost of lunch is $10.
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The Pearl of Africa:
A Celebration of Ugandan Culture
| Faith After #Ferguson
Wed. Sept. 23
12:15 to 6 p.m.
St. Philip's, Columbus
RACIAL RECONCILIATION CANNOT WAIT.
Please join Bexley Seabury alums, students, faculty and neighboring church and community leaders Wednesday, Sept. 23 for lunch at 12:15 p.m., followed by a community dialogue on the sin of racism and the tough work ahead to repent and reconcile.
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The Pearl of Africa: A Celebration of Ugandan Culture
Saturday, Sept. 19
Grace Church, College Hill
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Family Concert with the Mark Alan Wade Trio
Sunday, September 27, 3 p.m. St. John's, Worthington
Equipped with an array of unusual instruments, this year's family concert will feature traditional bluegrass and Irish music that is lively and engaging, with special activities for the kids in your life! The Mark Alan Wade Trio is fun to watch and hear, and they enjoy sharing the history of their instruments and songs from around the world.
Mark Wade is a hammered dulcimer national champion; Cristina Wade is a multi-instrumentalist and will perform on marimbula and Irish tin whistle; Randy Clepper is an accomplished player of Irish traditional music on bouzouki, & fingerstyle guitar. This is a concert especially designed for families with children; nursery care will be available for our littlest concertgoers.
We invite you to enjoy excellent music in a beautiful and historic space. There is no charge for admission to the concert; a freewill offering will be taken to support the Music Series.
St. John's is located at 700 High Street in Worthington.
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A Weekend of Extravagant Healing with Becca Stevens
Sept. 25-26 Transfiguration Spirituality Center More info at www.TSCRetreats.org
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Art at the Advent-2015
"As We See It"
A many faceted display of art from many disciplines: music, stained glass, fabric art, wood carving, optic wall art from various artists in the parish as well as some student work from supporters of the Open Door program.
A show in honor and memory of Richard Edward Wagner who was dedicated to the mission of the Church of the Advent, the Open Door and the Walnut Hills Community organizations.
Friday, October 9 thru Sunday, October 11
ARTISTS' RECEPTION
Friday, October 9
5 to 8 PM
Saturday, October 10
Noon to 4 PM
Sunday, October 11
11 to 2 PM
Presented by:
"Art At The Advent 2015"
Episcopal Church of the Advent
2366 Kemper Lane
Cincinnati, Ohio 45206
Admission is free and open to the public. A portion of the proceeds of the show benefit the church and are tax deductible.
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Art at the Advent
Oct. 9-11
Church of the Advent, Cincinnati
Contact information:
Jane Terrill 513.871.6654 terrillj@fuse.net or Church of the Advent 513.961.2100 ask for Cathy
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 Sharing God's Bounty
Saturday, Oct. 17 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Annual conference for women's ministry and mission at Procter Center. Keynote speaker: Katie Moose, author of God's Bounty: 365 Days of Inspirational Cooking. Underwritten by Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese of Southern Ohio. Cost for the conference is $20, includes lunch and materials. Please register by October 1. For any questions, please contact Kathy Mank at 513.560.2126 or kathymank@gmail.com or Deborah Alsop at 513.535.4601 or allsop@fuse.net.
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Social Media Coordinator
Forward Movement is seeking a full-time Social Media Coordinator to support our efforts to share our work and our products with the church and with the world. Our mission is to inspire disciples and empower evangelists and we do this by providing quality resources for spiritual growth and encouragement. Forward Day by Day, a quarterly devotional with a circulation of 300,000, is our flagship offering. The Social Media Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining and growing our social media presence across our varied platforms and channels. The ideal candidate will have some combination of skill and experience with digital media, marketing, communications, and writing. We seek a dedicated, fun, team-spirited individual with an understanding of how to achieve aggressive growth on our social media channels. See more
Marketing AssistantForward Movement is seeking a part-time Marketing Assistant to support our efforts to share our work and our products with the church and with the world. The Marketing Assistant will assist in marketing operations by compiling information, researching, reporting, and communicating with our constituency about our work and mission. The ideal candidate will have some combination of skill and experience with promotional writing, website updates, social media platforms, compiling reports, and other administrative tasks. Print, online, and multi-media channels will be used. We seek a detail-oriented, team-spirited individual with experience in communications and/or marketing. See more
Youth Director
The Indian Hill Episcopal Presbyterian Church is seeking a Youth Director to continue and grow our existing youth program. We are seeking someone who is passionate about youth and the issues that they face, being able to relate to them whether in the classroom, on a mission trip, in times of struggle as well as celebration. We are seeking someone who can engage them, who can encourage them to participate in the life of the church, and who can walk with them in their journey of faith. This is a part-time job which pays competitively. Or via standard mail at: Youth Director Search Committee Indian Hill Church 6000 Drake Rd. Cincinnati, OH. 45243
Part-time Children and Youth Formation Director
Trinity Episcopal Church, Hamilton, is seeking someone to create and coordinate programs to develop and grow the faith of our children and youth. This person will nurture our children and teach us to nurture our children as they grow in faith. See more
Director of Music/Organist
St. Andrew's, Cincinnati is hiring a part-time (10-15 hrs/wk) permanent or interim Director of Music/Organist. Responsibilities include directing and rehearsing the Chancel Choir, meeting with the rector to select music for Sunday services, playing organ for Sunday services (1 weekly) and other special services as needed (Christmas Eve, etc.)
To apply or for more information, please contact Fr. John Agbaje at 513.531.4337 or via email at standrewcin@fuse.net
Youth Minister
Part-time Youth Minister opening at St Mary's Episcopal Church in Hillsboro OH. Prefer someone who is familiar with the Episcopal Church and loves kids! Training for Youth activities available. Apartment available as part of the package. Contact the Rev. Judi Wiley at revjudi.wiley@gmail.com or 937.205.4292.
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Vestry Resource Guide
 Whether you're a new vestry member or a seasoned veteran, the newly revised Vestry Resource Guide is essential reading. With a deliberate focus on the importance of lay and clergy leadership teams, you'll find comprehensive information and advice about the ministry of the vestry, leading faith communities, stewardship, and navigating clergy transitions. Vestry Resource Guide is developed in partnership with Episcopal Church Foundation.
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