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200TH ANNIVERSARY
FIRST METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH IN COLUMBUS
The first Methodist Episcopal (ME) Church in the City of Columbus was the Zion ME Church which was organized on December 20, 1813, two hundred years ago this year.
It stood on Town Street between High and Third Streets - almost in the middle of Columbus Commons, site of the former City Center.
We are trying to identify churches that have roots that go back to Zion ME; later
known as Town Street ME and still later, after relocating to Bryden Road, known as First
ME, before closing in 1968.
Our goal is to have a reunion in the fall of 2013 of all
churches which trace their roots to Zion/Town Street/First Church, which will be a
celebration of the 200th anniversary of that church's founding.
Does your church have roots that go back to Zion ME church? In the same way that families have a lineage; so do churches. For example, our church, Broad Street UMC in downtown Columbus, is the grand daughter of Zion ME Church.. That is because our mother church, Wesley Chapel ME Church was the daughter of Zion ME Church.
It happened this way: Wesley Chapel was formed in 1846 by members of Zion; Broad
Street was formed in 1875 by members of Wesley Chapel. So, Broad Street is the second
generation descendant of Zion. We believe that Bexley UMC and King Avenue UMC are also possible descendants of Zion/Town Street/First.
The following churches in Columbus in the early 1900s, most of which are now closed, also trace their roots to Zion/Town Street/First. If your church was formed from
one of these, then it is also a descendant of Zion/Town Street/First, and can be a part of this reunion. All of these were Methodist Episcopal Churches except as noted.
Clinton/Clintonville(1839)
Christie Chapel (1860)
Mt. Vernon Avenue(1883)
Miller(1887) > Madison Avenue(1900-02) > Franklin Park ((1914-18)
Miller Avenue EUB (1880)
Shoemaker Chapel(1888-89)
Oakwood(1894)
If your church has lineage back to Zion/Town Street/First, please contact us.
Rev. Lou Seipel, Pastor
Lseipel@broadstreetumc.net
614-221-4571x100
Jim Barbee, Historian
jbarbee001@insight.rr.com
614-322-1010
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Crossroads UMC in Need of Gently Used UM Hymals and The Faith We Sing
Crossroads UMC is in need of additional UM Hymnals as well as Faith We Sing songbooks.
If any church has excess of either of these that are in good condition and not being used and would appreciate the opportunity "clean up some clutter" while helping another church be good stewards, we would be willing to take them off your hands. Our current hymnals are blue, but we would willingly accept any color hymnals you might. We would only ask that they not be embossed with a church name on the cover.
If you have hymnals or song books you would like to part with, contact
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Position Opening
Linworth UMC
New Connections Band Leader
Linworth United Methodist Church
(http://linworthumc.org) in Northwest Columbus, Ohio is seeking to hire a part time Director of Music for the Contemporary Worship Service.
Responsibilities include vocal and instrumental performance, recruitment and supervision of worship musicians, music preparation/rehearsal, planning for special music events and services, developing and maintaining database of songs for worship, and managing a budget for equipment and music purchases. This is a key ministry of the church that requires the ability to cultivate the spirit of worship among people.
Education, Experience, and/or Qualification Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in music is desired but not required if the director has an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
- Must demonstrate proficiency on guitar or keyboard in various musical styles
- Must be able to arrange music for required instruments (guitar, bass, keyboard, and percussion) and vocalists
- Must have some experience with technical elements of worship including soundboard and equipment use
The Director of Contemporary Music must be a committed Christian who understands the position as assisting in worship leadership, setting the tone for the congregation to more deeply experience the presence and power of God and Christ.
Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and references to chelenberger@linworthumc.org or mail to:
Linworth United Methodist Church
7070 Bent Tree Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43235
Deadline to receive resumes is July 15th.
If you have a CD/DVD or link to your work, please include that as well.
Music Director/Choir
and Instrumental
Westgate UMC
Is God inviting you to something new? Westgate UMC is seeking a passion driven musician to fill the part time position of Music Director.
This 10-15 hour a week job will be leading a unique blended worship experience with jazzy traditional and contemporary mix with opportunity for choir and bell direction.
Send cover letter and resume to westageumc@sbcglobal.net.
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Upcoming Events
August 1, 9:30 am, Church Conference Briefing at St. Marks
August 19, 9:30 am, Church Conference Briefing at Pataskala
Oct. 4-5 Lay Servant Classes at Walnut Hill UMC
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West Ohio Annual Conference Session Concludes at Lakeside
The 44th session of the West Ohio Annual Conference met during June 9-12 at Lakeside.
Click HERE to read a summary of the conference session. Through this link, you can also check out daily summaries and videos of the conference sessions. Links to photo galleries are also available.
During the Tuesday Celebration of Life and Ministry, the Rev. David To was commissioned toward provisional elder, and the Rev. Jason Wellman was ordained an elder and received as a full member of the annual conference. Clergy from the CAS District retiring at the annual conference session included:
Cheryl Enders, Carl Martin, Jim Waugh, Anita Wood, and David Ziegel.
On Wednesday morning, the Grove City Praise Team led the conference in worship (a repeat performance from last year).
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District Superintendent Barb Sholis
Greeted by Well Wishers at Farewell Open House
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Barb "takes the cake" at her
farewell open house
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On Thursday, June 6, clergy and laity from across the Capitol Area South District gathered at the district office to greet
District Superintendent Barbara Sholis and to thank her for her service as superintendent for the past two years. The District Superintendency Committee coordinated the event in Barb's honor.
As of July 1, Barb will be appointed to serve as the Assistant to the Bishop of the West Ohio Conference.
Click HERE to see additional photos of the event.
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Jim's Tool Box
 A Final Thought and a Way Forward
During the last seven years, Jim has 153 "Tool Box" articles for The Connection newsletter. In this article Jim reflects on three events that have occurred recently and their implication for ministry of our congregations both now and into the future.
Click HERE to read Jim's article.
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News from United Methodist Community Ministries
Hanging with Jesus at Asbury North UMC
Your apportionment dollars enable a variety of children and youth ministries to take place at Asbury North UMC. Kenya Cummings is the coordinator for both the Saturday and Sunday programs. She writes about the progress they are making in this new ministry:
- A young mother now brings her young children to worship on a regular basis. She has two elementary school students and regularly brings children that she serves as their caregiver. She has connected with one of our volunteers who is also a young mother. These two women support and encourage one another. We are impacting children and their families.
- Church of the Redeemer UMC and Whitehall UMC are joining us in creating youth events for the children and communities. This is a strategic move because many of our youth attend similar schools. These churches are also building their youth and children's programs with a focus on outreach.
- Youth helper- a senior at West High School has begun to regularly attend our church. He is a grandson of a member in the church and from the neighborhood. He volunteers and completes a task work list each week. He is attending United Methodist Men meetings. He is learning different skills (filling out job applications, creating resumes and phone etiquette). He sets up breakfast and assists with clean up.
- We are still serving breakfast. Most Sundays the youth (middle and high school) out number the Sunday school class. We have found that breakfast is a great time for relationship building. Children and youth are most likely to open up over a meal. There is an eighth grader we see every two weeks. He comes with friends. He lives in the neighborhood. Hanging with Jesus is his outlet for leadership. He loves to be an assistant. He encourages the younger kids to listen and have fun. He is applying for Freedom School. We hope this experience will allow him to connect more of his peers. He is looking forward to the youth group events. The woman who brings him is excited to see him grow in faith. He is excited about the idea of joining the church. Attending Hanging with Jesus and Sunday morning worship are some of his only opportunities to strong male role models.
Thank God for Kenya's strong leadership and for this rich ministry, made possible through your faithful giving!
Beth
Community Ministries Festival (two locations and dates this year)
Tuesday, September 24 @ Baltimore Christ UMC, 4-8 pm
Saturday, October 12 @ Marysville UMC, 9am to 1pm
Click HERE to download a flyer for the Community Ministries Festival.
2013 Community Ministries Brochure
Here is the new 2013 United Methodist Community Ministries brochure. Click HERE to download a copy.
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Early Response Team Training Scheduled
Would you like to volunteer your services and provide physical labor to assist survivors of natural disasters and help them rebuild their lives?
Early Response Team training will teach you how to assist survivors of natural disasters in their time of need. You will provide a Christian presence while taking steps to prevent further damage to a family's personal property, tarping, debris removal, cleaning out flooded homes, etc. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recognizes this training to be able to enter a disaster scene. Certification from the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) and the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission (UMVIM) will be issued to attendees. All participants must complete the West Ohio Conference initiated background check prior to issuance of ID badges. Cost for training is $35.00.
Upcoming ERT Training Events:
Peace UMC, Pickerington, OH - July 20, 2013, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Leipsic UMC, Leipsic, OH - August 3, 2013, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Click HERE for a flyer for the training session that will be held at Pickerington. |
Church for All People Hosts Mission Discovery July 13-20
 The Church for All People in Columbus will be hosting a 'Mission Discovery' North Central Jurisdiction youth/young adult VIM team this summer, July 13-20, 2013. Mission Discovery is a great opportunity for youth from smaller congregations to join in mission! The week will include worship, service in the community, meals with community members, and a fun day. The cost for the week is $250 each (excluding transportation), with a max of 20 people (youth and adults). Each team member will be responsible for getting themselves to and from the mission site. Adults and youth 18 and over are encouraged to take the UMVIM team leader training option that will be given during the week, enabling them to be ready to lead a team themselves. A deposit of $50 should be sent to UMVIM-NCJ, 920 4th St Suite D, Brookings, SD 57006. For more information, contact Lorna Jost, NCJ VIM Coordinator, at Umvim-ncj@brookings.net or 605-692-3390. Click HERE for a flyer about the event. |
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Festival of Sharing Scheduled for September 28
 The Festival of Sharing will be held again this year at Otterbein University on Saturday, September 28 from 8:30 am to Noon. The Festival of Sharing serves primarily asa focal point for the ingathering of School Kits, Hygiene Kits, Baby Care Kits, and Emergency Clean Up Kits for Church World Service.
Click HERE to download a poster for the event. |
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Come Together: Transformation Through Cooperation on October 17-19
 "Come Together: Transformation through Cooperation" is a training event in collaborative and cooperative ministries that will be held this October 17-19, 2013 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The gathering will be both a "conversation" and a "celebration" focusing on transforming churches, communities and individuals through multiple styles of ministry; exploring new models and equipping leaders to move forward in collaborative efforts in both rural and urban communities; and identifying ways to work together with ecumenical, interfaith and community partners. "Come Together: Transformation through Cooperation" this October 17-19, 2013 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The gathering will be both a "conversation" and a "celebration" focusing on transforming churches, communities and individuals through multiple styles of ministry; exploring new models and equipping leaders to move forward in collaborative efforts in both rural and urban communities; and identifying ways to work together with ecumenical, interfaith and community partners. Click HERE to download a copy of the brochure. |
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New Appointments in the CAS District
The following appointments have been made by Bishop Gregory V. Palmer in the CAS District. All appointments are effective June 30, 2013 unless otherwise noted.
Joe Fox to Salem Carroll
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Apportionment Update
Click HERE to see the congregations that are on track to pay 100% of their West Ohio conference apportionments as of 5/30/13. Click HERE to see the congregations that are on track to pay 100% of their combined CAS district apportionments (the CAS District Apportionment and the UM Community Ministries Apportionment) as of 5/30/13. Thanks to all for faithfulness in the payment of apportionments. |
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Prayer Concerns
Our prayers are with the Rev. Nancy Day Achauer in the death of her sister.
The Rev. Paul Ernst is having surgery on July 2.
Our prayers are with the family of the Rev. Paul A. Moots (retired) who died on Wednesday, June 19. A celebration of Paul's life will be held on Sunday, June 23, at 5:00 pm, at the First Church of the Nazarene, Mt. Sterling.
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