Representatives from 11 United Methodist Seminaries from California to Washington D.C. visited West Ohio on October 22 to talk with students who are considering attending seminary. Those attendance had the opportunity to talk one-one with seminary reps as well as have their application fee waived. During a panel discussion with Bishop Gregory V. Palmer, Rev. Amy Aspey, Rev. Joe Graves, and moderator, Rev. Paul Risler, panelists offered insights on their own seminary journey and answered questions from the students. Photos

For the fourth year, the Otterbein Home Health team has been rated one of the top 25% home health agencies in the country. "We are thankful for the recognition our home health services have received by making this list. This ministry of Otterbein allows us to make exceptional quality care available to those we serve in their homes throughout southwestern Ohio," said Jill Hreben, president and CEO of Otterbein Senior Lifestyle Choices.  Press release

It's no secret that the life of a pastor's family is filled with unique challenges. There are few roles that mix work and family life as closely as pastoral ministry, which creates for clergy families a constant battle to maintain healthy boundaries. The pressure from the church and the surrounding community will inevitably take a toll on families unless adequate support is provided. Churches that intentionally create a culture of support for the pastor and their family tend to maintain healthy relationships that allow the congregation to thrive. Learn more

The Council of Bishops announced November 4 from their meeting in Oklahoma City that all four amendments to The United Methodist Church's constitution approved by the 2012 General Conference received the required majority of votes to be ratified by annual conferences. A two-thirds majority vote of General Conference delegates is required to amend the Constitution of The United Methodist Church. The amendments must also be ratified by annual conferences by a two-thirds affirmative vote. The vote results are reported to the Council of Bishops, where they are counted, verified and certified. The vote counts for each of the amendments are found in this news release.