06/26/2019

Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for the Week of June 26, 2019

Stronger and better together: 
Joining Jesus in the restoration of the world! 

Synod News

Southern Ohio Synod Assembly summary of actions and events--2019 The Spirit was on the move and felt by all in various ways and at various times throughout our assembly. Read this summary to find out what happened.

 

Situation update--Memorial Day 2019 Tornadoes On June 18th, President Trump issued a Presidential Disaster Declaration (DR-4447) for federal assistance for individuals and businesses after 21 tornadoes touched down during storms that passed through Ohio during the evening of May 27th and early morning of May 28th. The declaration includes 10 Ohio counties: Auglaize, Darke, Greene, Hocking, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Muskingum, Perry, and Pickaway.

 

Steps for Your Congregation to Participate in Thrive There was a lot of excitement at the Synod Assembly about the Thrive Campaign and how it will benefit congregations and rostered leaders of the Southern Ohio Synod. Here are steps every congregation is asked to take in order to seriously consider taking part in the campaign … and join in the growing excitement.

 

Parish Paper for June 2019 ready for download and sharing--'Overcoming volunteer burnout by building capacity' Vital congregations reach out to strengthen the communities where they are located. But where do congregations get the strength for mission?

 

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ELCA News

Download and read Bishop Elizabeth Eaton's column in the June issue of 'Living Lutheran' Gathering, word, meal, sending.

 

 

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Partners & Affiliates

Nationwide Children's Hospital hosting 'Hot Topics' workshops for clergy and lay leaders September 13, 2019: Hot Topics For Religious Professionals And Youth: Suicide, Cannabis, Sexuality/Gender

 

 

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Prayers

• Pr. Mel Musser and family as they mourn the loss of his brother-in-law

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