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11/01/2017
Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for the Week of November 1, 2017
Stronger and better together: Joining Jesus in the restoration of the world
MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND PLAN TO ATTEND THESE UPCOMING SYNOD EVENTS!
All Ohio Rostered Ministers Retreat-REGISTER TODAY!
This year's All Ohio Rostered Ministers Retreat's theme is Life in the Spirit: Let's pray. Prayer will be a big part of this retreat, as will worship and fellowship. Early bird registration ends November 14, so register today!
November 5, 2017
7:00PM
Joint Prayer Service in Commemoration of the Reformation
with Archdiocese of Cincinnati Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Binzer and ELCA Southern Ohio Synod Bishop Suzanne Dillahunt
Epiphany Lutheran Church, 6430 Far Hills Ave, Centerville, Ohio
Synod News
Pr. Emily Beckering shares her and her congregation's story about why we are stronger and better together!"
This letter was mailed to congregations on October 12. The Stewardship Committee wants to make sure everyone has a chance to read it, so we're publishing Pr. Beckering's letter here as well.
Letter and video for congregations demonstrating your mission support at work
This letter was mailed to all congregations on October 19. Check out the video today!
Details for the 2018 Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal Programs are now available
In the 2018 Lilly Endowment National Clergy Renewal Program and the 2018 Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal Program for Indiana Congregations, eligible congregations will be able to apply for grants of up to $50,000 each to support a renewal program for their pastor.
SOS Youth and Family Ministry
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The Bishop's Meet & Greet Thursday December 7, 2017. Are you a paid youth ministry staffer or a primary volunteer in a church without a paid staff person? If so, the Bishop would like to invite you to a Meet & Greet. Simply her chance to say "thank you" for all that you do. Two opportunities this year. The event is free of charge. Questions or RSVP by November 20th to Gary at gpecuch@southernohiosynod.org
1. From 10:30 am to noon (followed by lunch) at The Proctor Center 11235 State Route 38 SE, London, OH 43140 OR
2. From 6:30 to 8:30 pm (Refreshments) at The Synod Office 300 S. 2nd Street Columbus, Ohio 43215
ELCA News
The Rev. Pedro Suarez elected bishop of the ELCA Florida-Bahamas Synod
The Rev. Pedro Manuel Suarez, Pompano Beach, Fla., was elected Oct. 13 to a six-year term as bishop of the Florida-Bahamas Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). The election was held during the Synod Assembly Oct. 12-14.
Fall ELCA Disabilities Newsletter shares how this ministry is making our church stronger
This edition of the newsletter is focused on demonstrating how Disability Ministries along with young adult leaders like Emily Schmidlin ally and advocate, and how members of the Advisory Table have been working to achieve the goals of our program.
Partners and Affiliates
Family Advent Retreat Making Room for Jesus--December 1-3
Christmas planning can quickly turn from fun to frustrating. Camp Mowana is excited to offer its annual escape from the Christmas chaos.
West Virginia needs your help to complete disaster recovery projects still not complete from 2016/17 floods
The West Virginia-Western Maryland Synod's social ministry agency, Community Lutheran Partners (CLP), has been integral in organizing long-term disaster recovery efforts in West Virginia in wake of the devastating summer flooding that occurred in 2016 and 2017. Please consider serving our neighbors to the south.
Employment Opportunities (Find this page under the new 'Who We Are Vision and Mission' tab on our website home page.
Associate Director of Praise Worship
Epiphany Lutheran Church, Centerville, Ohio
6430 Far Hills Ave, Centerville, Ohio
Director of Music Ministry-Part time
Messiah Lutheran Church, Fairview Park, Ohio
Fairview Park, Ohio
Music and Arts Director
First Lutheran Church
1208 Race Street, Cincinnati, Ohio
If your ELCA-affiliated organization or congregation has an open position you'd like to advertise, please send the position description, contact person information and a deadline for submitting applications to sbarton-nonno@southernohiosynod.org. You may also access our online form by clicking here.
Prayer Requests
People of New York City regarding the recent terrorist attack that claimed 8 lives
Pr. Alicia Nierman and family as they mourn the loss of her sister
Congratulations to Rev. Pedro Suarez on being elected bishop of the Florida-Bahamas Synod
Pr. Tom Bernlohr and family regarding the death of his father, Pr. Fred Bernlohr
Congratulations to John Pyron and his wife on the birth of their 2nd child
Congregational Vacancies
(Click on link above to see current congregational vacancies in the Southern Ohio Synod and celebrate with those who have received calls to our congregations. Updated October 31, 2017)
Check out the upcoming Reformation 500 Events in our synod! Click HERE to view them all! There's still more to come in November.
Upcoming Events in and Around Our Synod
November 2-5, 2017
ELCA Youth Summit
Houston, Texas
November 2, 2017
8:15AM
Northwest Cluster Meeting
Jacob's Porch, OSU Campus--Pr. Grant Eckhart, host
November 5, 2017
7:00PM
Joint Prayer Service in Commemoration of the Reformation
with Archdiocese of Cincinnati Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Binzer and ELCA Southern Ohio Synod Bishop Suzanne Dillahunt
Epiphany Lutheran Church, 6430 Far Hills Ave, Centerville, Ohio
November 9, 2017
9:30AM-12:00PM
Cincinnati ELCA Pastors Conference Meeting
First Lutheran, 1212 Race St., Cincinnati, OH
November 9, 2017
9:30AM-12:00PM
Columbus Conference Gathering
Dr. Mark Powell, presenter
Trinity Lutheran Seminary, 2199 E Main Street, Columbus, Ohio
November 9, 2017
12:00-2:00PM
Youth Ministry Cluster
Trinity Seminary (3rd Floor)
November 11, 2017
10:00AM-12:00PM
German North Church Task Force
Shouvlin Center, Wittenberg University, Springfield, Ohio
November 11, 2017
5:30PM
Wittenberg Choir Reunion Concert
Weaver Chapel, Wittenberg University, Springfield, OH
November 16, 2017
Youth Gathering Regular Registration Opens
November 16, 2017
10:30AM
Dayton Conference Gathering
TBD
To see all events on the synod website calendar click HERE.
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