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October 1, 2013 Vol 6 Issue 15
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| 4 days. 8 districts. 250 Handbooks. 1 minivan. |  From September 10-13 a team from the Office of Ministry and Board of Ministry traveled around the conference to empower and equip all of our district Committees on Ministry (dCOM). The dCOMS journey with candidates for ministry from their initial discernment of a call through years as a licensed local pastor or until affirmation on to the Conference Board of Ministry for commissioning (elder/deacon) or associate membership interviews. (read more) |
| Preparing to serve |
 | | Mike Fogle, Capitol Area North District Disaster Coordinator and Greg Forrester, Assistant General Secretary Domestic Disaster Response |
"It's not if, but when will a disaster hit," said Greg Forrester, UMCOR Assistant General Secretary Domestic Disaster Response. "Training helps so that we can be proactive, not reactive when the time arrives."
The North Central Jurisdiction Disaster Response Academy took place at Camp Asbury in Hiram, Ohio September 25 through September 28 attended by more than a dozen coordinators from West Ohio. The academy was presented in partnership with United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) and United Methodist Volunteers In Mission (UMVIM). (read more)
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Fresh ideas for October - Pastor appreciation month
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 Clueless! That's how many churches feel as they contemplate how to express gratitude to their cherished leaders for Pastor Appreciation Month each October.
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| Ohio United Methodist Clergy Renewal Scholarship |
 In the biblical tradition, keeping Sabbath is essential to maintaining one's relationship with God; therefore, Lakeside Chautauqua provides a scholarship for clergy to rest, renew and deepen their spiritual lives. The scholarship provides up to four overnight stays at the Fountain Inn or Hotel Lakeside. The stated application deadline is October 1, BUT for West Ohio, this fall, it is extended until Monday, October 7, 2013. To download an application, click here.
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Marketing Community Events
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 More than 5,000 Miami Valley neighbors turned out for the Ginghamsburg Church Fall Fest on Saturday, September 7 in Tipp City, Ohio. Great community events like Fall Fest require targeted marketing and spirit-filled outreach. Specializing in social media and public relations marketing, the Ginghamsburg communication team partnered with other ministry areas to plan and promote the event. Learn how they marketed this event.
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Outreach and growth teams ready to visit your church
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 Pictured at left is the Gospel Ensemble, one of five Outreach and Growth teams from Ohio Northern University. The outreach part involves each team using their God-given talents and abilities to enrich the churches they visit by offering a refreshing look and listen to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The growth part starts with weekly rehearsals, which include team prayer, caring and sharing. (read more)
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| The Small Church: The Family System Within |
 In early August, Chet Pease, lay member from Gordon United Methodist Church in the Miami Valley District, along with Pastor John Gilmore and fellow lay member, Greg Bogan traveled to Sand Hill United Methodist Church in Reno, Ohio near Marietta. There they attended a session on developing effective leadership entitled "The Small Church: The Family System Read Chet's review of the training and his thoughts on the ministry of the Town and Rural Resources Program (TARRP). (read more)
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NO to Safe Act
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Oct. 3 is the day to call your Representative and say NO to the SAFE Act!
Tell your church, family, friends, Sunday school class, United Methodist Women unit, youth group, Wesley Foundation, Facebook and Twitter friends, and every other network you are part of to call 1-888-427-0480 on Thursday, Oct. 3, and let Congress know The SAFE Act is a Step Backwards.
"We affirm all persons as equally valuable in the sight of God. We therefore work toward societies in which each person's value is recognized, maintained, and strengthened." 162 III. The Social Community, United Methodist Social Principles
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Upcoming Events
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- October 4-5, Creative Worship Seminar, The Point, Trotwood
- October 5, Green Building Workshop, Christ United Methodist Church, Kettering
- October 5, Going Deeper Seminar, Good Works Community, Athens
- October 7, Methodist Theological School in Ohio Alumni Day, Delaware
- October 8, Professional Association of United Methodist Church Secretaries Fall Workshop, Epworth Center, Bethesda
- October 12, Capitol Area North/Capitol Area South Annual Community Ministry Festival, First United Methodist, Marysville
- October 12, TARRP Developing Effective Leadership Workshop, Belle Center United Methodist Church, Belle Center
- October 15, United Theological Seminary Open House, Dayton
- October 16, J. Arthur Heck Lecture with Dr. Kenda Dean, United Theological Seminary, Dayton
- October 26, A Faithful Response - Facing Domestic Violence, North Broadway United Methodist Church, Columbus
- October 26-28, Embracing Diversity: Congregational & Community Development in a Multicultural World, United Methodist Church For All People, Columbus
- October 28-30, RevitUp - An event for young clergy, Atlanta, Ga
- November 1, 17th Annual Legal Forum, Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware
- November 9, Early Response Training, Sulphur Grove United Methodist Church, Dayton
- November 9, Early Response Training, Epworth United Methodist Church, Toledo
- November 15-17, Exploration 2013, Denver, Colorado
- December 6, The Second Holy Spirit Seminar: Signs and Wonders, Ginghamsburg United Methodist Church, Tipp City
- December 27-29, Winter Camp for Youth, Camp Otterbein, Logan
- April 25-27, 2014 United Methodist Women Assembly 2014, Louisville, Ky
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| Passages | |
Rev. Bob Quick (retired) September 25 in Lancaster, Ohio. His wife, Rhoda survives. A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 26, 11:00 am at First United Methodist Church, 163 E. Wheeling Street, Lancaster, OH.
Selena Leist, widow of Rev. Earl W. Leist, died September 13. She is survived by sons: E. Randolph Leist, James W. Leist, and Kenneth G. Leist. Condolences can be sent to Randy and Kathy Leist, 8607 Eagleridge Drive, West Chester, Ohio 45069; Jim and Sandie Leist, 1605 Settlers Lane, Celina, Ohio 45822; or Kenny and Julie Leist, 16672 True Rd., Graytown, Ohio 43462.
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