NewsNET May 13, 2015 - Vol 8, Issue 18

Letter from missionaries in Nepal

Les and Debbie Dornon are United Methodist missionaries in Nepal. When the earthquake struck, the Dornon's were actually in West Ohio and Indiana visiting churches. They've shared their thoughts and some photos as they pray for their family and friends in Nepal.

"We wish we were there to help and encourage people - but we are trying to do that with messages from here and lots of prayers," write the Dornon's. "And we are happy to be able to raise up prayer among the churches here as we visit people. We do have plans in place to return to Nepal in mid July." Read their letter Learn about and support missionaries in Nepal

Be a Wesley "Explorer"

If your potential camper is new to camping or looking for a shorter stay with lots of fun, let them be an "Explorer" at Camp Wesley during a three-day visit full of adventure and excitement. We've packed everything in - a new downhill Turbo Chute water slide, swimming in the lake with giant inflated toys, archery, campfires, tasty meals, time with nature, and worship with friends. It's a fun week for new or returning explorers. westohiocamps.org

United Theological Seminary Ranks among Fastest-Growing Seminaries

In an April report from the Association of Theological Schools, United Theological Seminary (UTS) was named one of only 12 schools to have grown by at least 50 percent over the past five years. UTS is the second largest on the association's list of fastest-growing schools -- and the only United Methodist institution among the top 12. United president Wendy Deichmann (pictured) attributes much of the school's recent success to its online education programs. Read more

Connecting Congregations and Districts "From Everywhere to Everywhere"

Imagine a mission event at your church which is tailored to your context and opens the world of mission whether your focus is local, national, or international. The United Methodist Church is a global denomination, and we have a vast array of resources available to congregations and districts for mission events.A Mission Celebration is an event planned by local church leaders and resourced by General Board of Global Ministries staff and missionaries. Learn more

2015 Annual Conference Session Resources

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Upcoming Events

May 18-20, A New Awakening! 2015: Spirit Led into God's Future, UTS-Dayton
May 19, Creating a Planned Giving Strategy, Ashland Theological Seminary - Cleveland
May 19, Energy Workshop for Houses of Worship, Dayton
May 22, United Theological Seminary Spring Commencement, Tipp City
May 23, Methodist Theological School in Ohio Commencement, Delaware
May 23, Early Response Team Recertification, Columbus
May 28-30, United Methodist Women's History: Voices Lost and Found, MTSO-Delaware
May 31, Peace with Justice Special Sunday
June 6, Early Response Team Recertification, Bryan
June 7-10, West Ohio Annual Conference Session, Lakeside Chautauqua

June 7, Community Worship with Rev. Dr. Thomas G. Long, Hoover
June 7-10, Family Fun, Lakeside
June 8-10, Vacation Bible School, Lakeside United Methodist Church
June 8, Clergy Spouse Coffee with Cynthia: Just Breathe!, Chautauqua Hall
June 8, Laity Lunch: Unbreakable-Forging a Marriage of Contentment and Delight, Lower Pavilion
June 8, Broken! All Youth Worship led by Trae Castles, Wesley Lodge
June 9, Prison Ministry: All in Community Breakfast, Chautauqua Hall
June 9, Prison Ministry: All in Community Luncheon, Chautauqua Hall
June 9, EFWO Dinner with Dr. Kevin Watson, Wesley Lodge
June 10, Holy Currencies Luncheon, Wesley Lodge

July 6-12, Mission u, Ohio Northern University, Ada

July 6-9, Four-Day Program

July 10-12, Weekend Program

July 11, One-Day Sampler

June 21-29, Mission trip to Brisas del Mar, Colombia
June 24-28, Youth 2015, Orlando, FL
July 27, Wholy Grounding 3, TBA
August 8, Early Response Team Recertification, Dayton
August 22, Early Response Team Training, West Chester
August 27-30, North Central Jurisdiction Volunteer Leadership Academy, Iowa
October 1-12, Voyages of Paul Cruise with Bishop & Mrs. Palmer, Italy, Greece, Turkey

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Let us remember in prayer those grieving the loss of their loved one, and remember in thanksgiving the life and ministry of:

Rev. Frederick Mitchel Ketner, 91, who died on May 4. Fred is survived by his wife, Marjorie Ketner, daughters Deborah Ketner and Judy (Mark) Ketner Dollison, grandchildren Samantha and Connor Mitchel Dollison, and sisters, Dorothy (Roger) Beal, Clara Davidson. Rev. Ketner served as an elder in the Kentucky Conference until 1952 and then in the West Ohio Conference at Pickaway Ct (1952); Como Avenue (1957); C E Memorial (Newark, 1960); Zanesville (1962); Ohio Avenue (Columbus, 1963); Peace (Columbus, 1970). Obituary. Condolences may be sent to Mrs. Marjorie Ketner, 6000 Riverside Drive, Apt A139, Dublin Ohio 43017

Rev. Wayne E. Lee, 76, who died May 5. He is survived by his wife, Barb; his children, Lawrence Lee, Dan (Vanessa) Lee, and Terri (Ben) Johnson; his sister, Priscilla; his brother Paul; and his grandchildren, Emma, Noah, Simon, Marianna, Jonah, Rebekah, Alex, Sebastian, and Elyse. He was ordained a Deacon in The United Methodist Church in 2005, serving in pastoral care and counseling at First United Methodist Church in Wapakoneta. Rev. Lee was one of the founders of God's Storehouse, a foundation that is still working to provide food and other necessities to those in need. Obituary. Condolences may be sent to Dr. Barbara Lee, 807 Glynwood Road, Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895.

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