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December 17, 2013  Vol 6 Issue 23

 

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Testifying With Mary and Others in Advent
Bishop Palmer On the second Sunday of Advent I had the opportunity to worship with one of the congregations of our conference. It was a joy and privilege.The text for preaching includes what we have come to call the Magnificat (see verses 46-55). Mary has quite a story and quite a testimony to the activity of God and the invitation to her to be a big part of God's saving action. (continued)
Imagine No Malaria Gift eCards
Looking for a last minute Christmas gift that's thoughtful and meaningful? Make a donation to Imagine No Malaria (minimum $10) and opt to send a personalized eCard like the one above to the recipient.  Make a gift now!.
Observe Human Trafficking Awareness Sunday on January 12
Take Action Against Human Trafficking
Human Trafficking Epidemic in the United States.

Today, more than 27 million people live in slavery around the world, more than at any time in history. Human trafficking, which is the illegal trade in human beings for the purposes of commercial sexual exploitation or forced labor, doesn't just happen overseas - it affects men, women, and children right here in Ohio. But God has a heart for justice, and so must we. Consider asking your church to observe Human Trafficking Awareness Sunday on January 12, 2014. Worship resources, bulletins, and other materials can be found on the West Ohio Conference Human Trafficking webpage.

Imagine No Malaria - Winter Training Opportunities!

Imagine No Malaria: The Basics Webinars 

January 14, 10-11am or January 22, 2-3pm 
This webinar will provide an introduction to the Imagine No Malaria initiative in West Ohio and tips for how you and your church can become involved. Attend from the comfort of your home or work computer. 

Imagine No Malaria Leader Training 

Tuesday, February 18, 10am-3pm
Are you a district or church Imagine No Malaria coordinator? Or a Certified or Local Lay Servant or perhaps someone who would just enjoy talking to others about Imagine No Malaria? This day is for you! We'll talk about the Imagine No Malaria program fundamentals including helping churches to set God-sized goals, provide you with materials so you can make excellent presentations and discuss how to use available resources to engage your church and community.   

 

Register for all events at westohioumc.org, click on Register for Events 

MTSO Schooler Institute on Preaching

Rev. Dr. Mark Kelly Tyler will lead the Schooler Institute on Preaching Feb. 10 and 11 at Methodist Theological School in Ohio, 3081 Columbus Pike, Delaware, Ohio. Tyler is senior pastor of the historic Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Philadelphia and a fully affiliated faculty member at MTSO, where he teaches homiletics and African-American studies.  (learn more) 

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