Southern Ohiio Synod. Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Middle East Task Force

Pastor Skip Cornett, Chair of the SOS Middle East Task Force is offering a number of opportunities for individuals and congregations in the synod who would like to work on education and advocacy for resolution of the Israeli - Palestinian conflict.

Nov. Middle East Trip - Visiting the Holy Land: The Ministry of Jesus Yesterday and Today is scheduled for Nov. 8 - 18th flying out of Washington's Dulles International Airport. The trip will include visits to the traditional religious sites, but will focus heavily on the ministry of Palestinian Lutherans and is directed at education for advocacy for peace between Israel and the Palestinians.

Skip is also available to work with local congregations teaching classes on the Israeli - Palestinian conflict.

Skip is also recruiting individuals to serve on the Middle East Task Force.

Contact him at wcornett@insight.rr.com or by phone at 614.775.0787 or 614.226.2410 for further information on these opportunities.

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