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New this week: “Holding Up Your Corner” author Rev. Dr. Willis Johnson Jr. will be here to talk with clergy about his experiences on Thursday, November 2, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at Christ UMC Columbus; Flood bucket update below; MTSO Faculty Lecture ‘Connecting Theology, Ecology and Race: A Conversation on Environmental Justice’ October 24; Henderson Settlement VIM Construction project for next spring and summer; Organist Steven Buzard to present concert at King Avenue UMC October 6; Does your congregation share space with another congregation? MTSO study on space-sharing; new resources from the General Board of Church and Society for congregations to use in response to DACA; Registration is open for the Watoto Read Charity Golf Tournament October 7; Trinity UMC seeks a choir director
Charge Conferences The CAN charge conference season has started! Click here for reminders on how to prepare, what to bring, how to enter information online, and for the charge conference agenda and other information. Contact the district office if you have any questions about your charge conference. Remember that there are new minimum salary guidelines for 2018, so please make sure that your SPRC has those minimums. They can be found here.
District Prayer Requests
Prayer Requests for the Week of October 1:
Ohio Wesleyan University
Church of the Messiah – Rev. Jim Wilson, Rev. Kathy Currier, Rev. Andy Burns, Rev. Linda Scott, Rev. Sharon Beattie
We continue to explore opportunities for a new church start The approaching opening of the House of Hope orphanage in Mexico We continue to engage in hurricane relief efforts in Cuba
Jerome UMC – Rev. David Bridgman, Rev. Donna Montgomery
We are launching a seven-week, All-Church Study the week of October 1, with 15 small groups We are completing registration for Upward Basketball/Cheerleading registering over 400 children We are launching a year-round Mission strategy in October
Here is a link to the weekly prayer list.
UMCM Grant Applications Due This Tuesday United Methodist Community Ministries 2018 Local Church Grant application is now available. We are looking to fund ministries that are creative and innovative to reach new disciples for Jesus Christ. The deadline for submission is October 3, 2017. Funding limit per church will be $5,000 and will be renewable for 2 years. In addition, we still have funding available for “Micro Grants”, it’s a simple one-page application that can be used as startup money for a new ministry or emergency funding for existing ministries. For more information, visit https://umcommin.org/. Find more information HERE.
Flood Bucket Update The next shipment will be going out of Rolling Plains UMC in Zanesville and it will be mid-late October, date still to be confirmed. In the next day or so, drop off points around the conference will be confirmed. Once that information starts to come in, we will begin update the website. In the meantime, please hold onto your buckets until the drop off locations are identified. School or hygiene kits ARE being accepted. We can also take any leftover supplies they have for the buckets and ship them for “bulk inventory” in the distribution warehouse. We do not have a driver or truck for this Phase II. If you or your churches have any connections, please let us know.
Trainings
Upcoming VIM Leader Trainings October 7 and 21 In light of recent disasters, we are aware that local churches and districts may be sending teams to help rebuild a few months down the road. The VIM Leaders Training prepares folks to lead teams in mission locally, nationally, and globally. Please spread the word about these upcoming trainings! Saturday, October 7 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at Circleville Community Church and Saturday, October 21 from 9:00 am- 4:00 pm at Batavia Emmanuel UMC Registration: http://www.westohioumc.org/conference/volunteers-mission-team-leader-trainings
The Way of Forgiveness online October 9 – November 17 How can we become peacemakers in a chaotic world? With contemplation on the Prayer of St. Francis: Lord make me an Instrument of Your Peace and the book The Way of Forgiveness, participants will discern their personal invitation to peacemaking in a nation filled with racism and violence. Registration open at - https://www.garrett.edu/rueben-job-institute-online-courses/way-forgiveness or www.livingstreamsflowingwater.com
Pilgrimage into the Last Third of Life: 7 Gateways to Spiritual Growth October 12 On October 12 from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm, the Rev. Bob Meyer, will lead a program based on the book, “Pilgrimage into the Last Third of Life: 7 Gateways to Spiritual Growth” by Jane Marie Thibault and Richard L. Morgan. The program will be held at Lewis Center United Methodist Church, 1081 Lewis Center Road. Lunch will be provided and all are welcome. Please contact the LCUMC church office at 740-548-5549 to reserve your space. Deadline to register is October 8. Read more here.
Church Safety and Security Workshop October 13 You’ve asked and we are planning a workshop on church safety and security this fall. At Northwest UMC, 5200 Riverside Drive, Columbus. For church leaders and clergy. No cost, lunch is provided. Online Registration is required by October 10. Registration and Continental Breakfast: 8:30 – 9:00 am Seminar: 9:00 – 11:00 am
Q & A: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Sack Lunch, time for individual questions: 12:00 pm Topics covered include consulting, cultivating awareness, developing a safety plan, and starting and developing a security program. The workshop stresses tools other than violence. Includes simulations; dress is casual. Sign up. Sponsored by Capitol Area North District, Protect the Faith, and Thomas Alexander agency Brotherhood Mutual Insurance. Register here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c094faaac22a6fc1-church\\
Living Life Abundantly October 17 For those who share a common season of life – retirement or thinking of retirement Held at New Albany UMC. On Tuesday, October 17 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm we will host an event called Living Life...Empower the Moments. Our special guest will be Dr. John "Tim" Savage who is well-known in Methodist circles. Learn more here.
Upcoming ERT Classes Here is a link to the upcoming ERT classes
The Heartbeat of Leadership October 19 and 26 Do you want to move your leadership from relevance to prayer? Registration now open! Increasing personal and professional leadership. A Webinar - Two days only - October 19 & 26, 2017 - Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm CT (All sessions recorded if you are unable to make the complete webinar) For complete details and registration please go to https://www.umccybercampus.com/courses-degrees/ or on the upcoming events page at www.livingstreamsflowingwater.com
2017 All People Conference: Rise Up and Build! October 21 - 23 Key Note Speakers include Bishop John R. Schol from the New Jersey Episcopal Area; Rev Junius B. Dotson, General Secretary, Discipleship Ministries; and Rev. Olu Brown, leader, author, visionary and lead Pastor at Impact Church. Information.
TRACTION TRACK: Breakthrough Prayer Initiative (one session training) October 22 Every new movement of church renewal always begins through prayer, asking God to bring new possibilities and hope. Learn how to lay a foundation of churchwide prayer that will move your congregation from looking down and in, to up and out! Choose any one of these three identical Traction Track single sessions. Sunday afternoon, October 22: Host location Trinity UMC, Grove City (CAS district)
21st Annual Legal Forum October 27 Click here to register for the 21st Annual Legal Forum, held this year at Ohio Wesleyan University on Friday, October 27. Clergy and church lay leadership are encouraged to attend.
TRACTION TRACK: Creating a Social Media Strategy for Your Church (two-session training) October 28 It's important to use social media on behalf of your church--it's where the people are! Learn how to establish a consistent and positive social media presence to generate maximum impact with minimal investment of time and money. Register here.
UM Rural Advocates Webinar Trainings
The United Methodist Rural Advocates presents four workshops to help your church grow in the areas of mission, leadership, vision and evangelism. Workshop leaders are effective leaders, understand the small membership church, and will help your local church leaders develop and lead both church and community. REGISTER HERE Leadership – Equip, Encourage and Support for your church and all it can be for Christ Tuesday, November 7 at 7:00 pm EST led by Rev. Debbie Ketcham Vision and Mission – how to develop Vision and guide your church into the future Tuesday, January 7 at 7:00 pm EST Led by Rev. Roger Grace Evangelism – See All the People: Intentional Discipleship in a Rural Setting Thursday, April 12 at 7:30 pm led by Rev. Junius Dotson and Jodi Cataldo
For more information & registration contact: Carl Ellis Email: [email protected] or call: 785-445-2595
Fall Lay Servant Ministry Classes November 17 and 18 – Leading Worship Advanced Course and Biblical Storytelling Advanced Course at First UMC Lancaster.
News and Events
Light the Way Campaign If you would like to know more about the campaign and how you and/or your church can participate, please contact George Cooper ([email protected]), or Stan Ling ([email protected]). George, Stan, or a member of the Campaign Leadership will be in touch with you as soon as possible. We are grateful for your consideration.
Does your congregation share space? Professor Paul Numrich of MTSO is researching the sharing of space by religious congregations – the advantages and the pitfalls – with a goal of establishing best practices for those who share space. He’s soliciting stories from congregations. If your congregation shares space with another you are invited to participate in on online forum here. DACA – the Dream Sabbath tool kit
DACA will officially end in March, and Congress needs to act immediately to protect, and establish a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers. Members of Congress need to hear from faith communities all across the country. The Interfaith Immigration Coalition, which Church and Society is a part, has updated the Dream Sabbath toolkit (PDF and Word) for you to use and share widely! The toolkit includes worship
resources, ways for your congregation to be in relationship with immigrant youth if they aren’t already, guidance on how to do a prayer vigil, press conference, and much more! Read more here.
King Avenue United Methodist Church to Host “The Intersection of Racial & LGBTQ Identity” October 1
Talking about race, faith, and sexuality isn’t always easy, but it’s needed now more than ever. King Avenue United Methodist Church is proud to welcome social justice activist and LGBT worship leader Darren Calhoun to Columbus on Sunday, October 1 at 7 p.m. to share his personal journey to bridge the divide that exists between racial and sexual inclusivity. Questions may be addressed to Colleen Ogle, King Avenue Associate Pastor, at 614-424-6050; Ext. 101 or [email protected].
Free Flu Shots October 3 FREE FLU SHOTS are available for individuals six months of age and older Pediatric and high dose vaccine for seniors available. No appointment needed. No Insurance or ID Required. For additional information, visit www.myfcph.org/flu or call (614) 525-3719 What: Free flu shots Where: Franklin County Fairgrounds 4100 Columbia Street Hilliard, Ohio 43026 When: Tuesday, October 3rd 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Stephen Buzard In Concert October 6 Friday, October 6 at 7:30 pm at King Avenue UMC, 299 King Avenue, Columbus, 43201. The concert is free and open to the public. Stephen Buzard is the Director of Music at St. James Cathedral in Chicago. He is the principal musician at St. James, playing the organ for services and directing the Cathedral Choir. Mr. Buzard was the winner of the 2010 Arthur Poister Competition and the 2009 Joan Lippincott Competition for Excellence in Organ Performance. Mr. Buzard is an Associate of the American Guild of Organists, winning the Elmer and Associate Prizes for highest score on an AGO exam nationally. This year he was named one of the “top 20 organists under 30” by The Diapason magazine.
Soul Food: Teaching the Gospel in Vietnam October 6
Join us for an evening with Missionary-Scholar Dr. Quynh-Hoa Nguyen, October 6 at 7:00 pm at Maynard Avenue UMC, 2350 Indianola Ave., Columbus. This gracious, thoughtful leader was born in Danang, Vietnam where her family endured much during and after the war. She received her PhD in Biblical Studies in the U.S. and felt called "to bring the gospel home" to a largely secular society. Based in Ho Chi Minh City, Quynh serves as director of leadership development for the Board of Global Ministries in Southeast Asia, developing and training indigenous laity and pastors. "To spend an evening with Quynh is to be moved and inspired." RSVP not required but appreciated: [email protected] All are welcome
Watoto Reads 1st Annual Charity Golf Outing October 7 Will be held at Bent Tree Golf Club in Sunbury, Ohio. Register here.
An Afternoon of Song October 15 Carren Moham, soprano, and Michael Lester, piano, present An Afternoon of Song on Sunday, October 15, 2017 at 3:00 pm at St. Luke’s UMC, 1150 W. Fifth Ave., Columbus. Featuring the compositions of Handel, Schubert, Cilea, Bonds, Boatner, and, “Jump Back,” a song cycle setting of the poetry of Ohio native son, Paul Laurence Dunbar.
Photography and Spirituality - A Fall Photo Pilgrimage October 15 October 15, 2017 (rain date October 17) - From: 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm Where: High Banks Metro Park – Join Rev. Dr. Brenda Buckwell of Living Streams Flowing Water and Ron Hoehn of Friendly Creations Photography for an afternoon of photography instruction and spiritual formation. Participants will have the opportunity to: Weave photography, prayer and hiking together. Go on a walk and take pictures of items that reveal God’s presence and call to your heart. Please bring: A digital camera (anything from cell phone to professional camera), Family and Friends. Cost: $35.00 paid with advance registration, $37.00 at the event; Youth Groups of 5 or more for $65.00 Registration: Send an email with name and
contact information through the contact from at www.livingtstreamsflowingwater.com complete details will be sent to you. Questions: call Brenda at 614.517.8115 or email to [email protected]
Clergy Appreciation Breakfast October 18 Ohio Health is sponsoring a Clergy Appreciation Breakfast Wednesday, October 18, 8:30 am – 10:00 am at the OhioHealth Rehabilitation Hospital, 1087 Dennison Avenue, Columbus, 43201. Congregational leaders are invited for breakfast and to tour of the OhioHealth Rehabilitation Hospital inpatient rehabilitation facility. Register here, including any questions you’d like them to address: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/OHRHClergyBreakfast
MTSO faculty lecture connects theology, ecology and race October 24 Elaine Nogueira-Godsey, assistant professor of theology, ecology and race, delivers her faculty lecture, "Connecting Theology, Ecology and Race: A Conversation on Environmental Justice," at 7 p.m. Oct. 24 in the Alford Centrum on the MTSO campus, 3081 Columbus Pike in Delaware. It is free and open to the public. Nogueira-Godsey brings a global perspective to her teaching and scholarly research. A native of Brazil, where she received her bachelor’s degree, she earned her master’s and Ph.D. from the University of Cape Town in South Africa. She has written extensively on the intersection of ecology, race, gender and theology. In July, the GlobalChurch Project named Nogueira-Godsey one of “18 Latin American female theologians you should know about.”
“Gates Ajar” Spiritual Musical October 29 Will you hear, "well done my good and faithful servant?" "Gates Ajar" spiritual musical has been rescheduled to Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. Musicians, soloists, combined choir, and dance ministry from Centenary UMC * Clair UMC* Wesley Church of Hope UMC. A love offering will be collected. Centenary UMC, 2048 Denune Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211, Office: 614-428-9924, [email protected]
Holding Up Your Corner event with Rev. Dr. F. Willis Johnson Jr. November 2 Clergy are invited to join Rev. Dr. F. Willis Johnson, author of Holding Up Your Corner: Talking About Race in Your Community, as he shares about his experiences in Ferguson, Missouri and offers ways that we can bring conversations about race to our congregations. Sponsored by CAN and CAS. Lunch will be provided; please RSVP by Monday, October 30. Held at Christ UMC, 1480 Zettler Rd., Columbus. RSVP here. Learn more.
November 3 and 4
Church of the Messiah, 51 N. State St., Westerville, invites you to minister to the blended families in your congregations by spreading the word about an upcoming event with a nationally known expert/speaker/author on Blended Families. Ron L. Deal, President of Smart Stepfamilies, will present a Friday evening and Saturday morning Conference, November 3 & 4 at Church of the Messiah in Westerville. This is a great opportunity to hear from an expert in the field of blended families. For more info or to register, go to ”EVENTS” on Messiah’s webpage, www.messiahumc.net and scroll down to November 3 & 4 to register and find out more about it. Building a Successful Stepfamily is a practical yet comprehensive seminar that teaches adults how to care for the unique needs and issues of a blended family, and nurture a household of faith. You will benefit if you are in a blended family or if you minister to blended families.
Global Migration Special Offering December 3 The Connectional Table and Council of Bishops have designated Sunday, December 3, 2017 as Global Migration Sunday to raise funds to aid migrants and refugees. The group set the date for the special day of prayer and offering for migrants to be the first Sunday of Advent, Dec. 3 this year. That means the collection will occur during the season when Christians around the world remember that even Jesus and his family were at one-time refugees on the run from political violence. Read more.
Mission Opportunity for Building a House in the Henderson Settlement Area during the Spring and Summer of 2018 What: West Ohio Conference VIM construction project - SOWER (Sharing Our Witness - Enriching Relationships) Objective: To construct a house from the foundation up for a family in need Where: Henderson Settlement, Frakes KY (Part of the Red Bird Missionary Conference) When: May 8-12 & 13-19; July 8-14 & 15-21; August 12-18 & 19-25 of 2018 Cost: $260/volunteer (covers room and board at Henderson Settlement) Materials: Funds/pledges are needed to cover the materials cost Contact: Ralph and Carolyn Brandon - 740-344-5581 or [email protected]
Classifieds
Organ available Hammond organ with 2 keyboards, pedals, available to a church or individual. Must move it yourself. Located in Bexley. Contact Andy Kalan, 614-338-1773 for information.
Help Wanted Choir Directory, Trinity UMC Executive Secretary to the Bishop Part-time Finance Manager, King Avenue UMC Children’s Director, First UMC, Newark Accompanist, Church of the Master
