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01/17/2018
Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for the Week of January 17, 2018
Stronger and better together:
Joining Jesus in the restoration of the world
Synod News
Submit resolutions to be considered by the SOS Assembly by March 15
Resolutions should be submitted by midnight on March 15 for review by the Reference and Counsel Committee.
Attention Treasurers: New Congregational Remittance Forms ready for download
Please download the 2018 Congregational Remittance forms and begin using them in February.
Attention Treasurers: Important information you need to know regarding submitting mission support and other donations
The following information is provided by our synod accountant, Mrs. Joy Hacker regarding year end closing of synod records, auditor information and a reminder about the remittance forms.
Current and interested Mission Interpreters invited to attend gathering and training session on Feb 17
Led by the ELCA's Mission Interpreter Ministry Coordinator, Denise Ballou. Open to all Mission Interpreters or those interested in becoming a Mission Interpreter in their congregation.
'Fishing for People--Evangelism for all the Baptized' workshop, Feb 3 led by Pr. Katie Kerrigan
'Fishing for People' is designed for all baptized members of our congregations, not just the ordained or specially trained. You’ll receive real-world, hands-on training and tips you can take back to your congregation to share, plus meet others from our mission territory who also want to share the Good News in their communities. You’ll walk out of this workshop excited and prepared to ‘fish for people’ and will have made a few new friends in the process.
IRS increases standard mileage rate for business mileage in 2018
The Internal Revenue Service issued the 2018 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.
SOS Stewardship Events
One-day Stewardship Academies coming to a location near you in 2018!
Sponsored by the Southern Ohio Stewardship Team, the Stewardship Academy is an opportunity for congregational leaders (rostered and lay) to "retool" their congregation's stewardship ministry.
Saturday, Mar 3 Zion, Hamilton
Saturday, May 5 Peace, Beavercreek
Saturday, September 15 St. John’s, Zanesville
October 6, St. Paul, Westerville
SOS Youth and Family Ministry
Last Call for...
The Synod's first High School Faith Skills Training event of the new year (Something More), January 20 from 10 am to 3 pm at Epiphany, Centerville. This theme is "UP"--our relationship with our creator!
Then, next session dates: Feb 9-10, March 17. Each one is a stand alone event.
The Synod's first educational youth event of the new year (Bishop's Youth Ambassador Program), February 4 from 12:30 pm to 3 pm at Epiphany, Pickerington. Bring your group to a session led by the Bishop and High School students to learn about Churchwide and Synodical Ministries. Contact Gary to RSVP by Monday January 29th.
Or, come to the next one on March 18th from 3:30 to 6 pm at Trinity, Marysville.
And for the High School Capital Bowl. This is a good inexpensive overnight option for High Schoolers. February 2/3. Contact Campus Pastor Drew Tucker at Capital University for details: dtucker@capital.edu
Don't miss these Youth Gathering Informational Meetings:
All meetings are identical based on current information. Contact Diane Schwinger-Alexander for details at dsaministry1@gmail.com
- Thursday March 15 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Good Shepherd, Cincinnati
- Tuesday March 20 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at All Saints, Worthington
- Monday April 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at St. Peter's, Lancaster
- Saturday April 14 from 10 am to noon at St. John's, Vandalia
It is Southern Ohio Synod Youth Gathering T-shirt ordering season. Need details? Email Gary gpecuch@southernohiosynod.org
If you wish to receive all of Gary's monthly information, please contact Gary Pecuch at gpecuch@southernohiosynod.org to be added to his distribution list.
ELCA News
Church speak
Read Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton's column in 'Living Lutheran' even is you don't speak 'church.'
Important updates from Portico
New member cards should be used at medical offices and at the gym!
Partners and Affiliates
Lenten resources from Lutheran World Relief
Season of Hope resources and Eco-Palms available for order now.
Making an impact on human trafficking in Zanesville
Human Trafficking Awareness Month continues with one task force member's story of the good work being done in Zanesville.
Lutheran Men in Mission invite to attend Capital U basketball game Feb 17
Men will meet for lunch at the Rusty Bucket at noon and then tour the campus center before the game. Meeting time updated to 11 am. Basketball game at 1 pm.
House of Worship Security Program Training in Dayton/Cincinnati Area in February
The presentation will cover topics to educate members, staff, leadership, and clergy on how to protect people and property; preventing accidents, injury, and neglect, safeguarding against loss from crime and theft of funds, protecting members and staff from abuse, liability, false claims, and lawsuits.
Employment Opportunities
This link is now located on the lower left-hand side of the synod home page in the quick links box.
Praise Team Leader
Peace Lutheran Church, Beavercreek
3530 Dayton-Xenia Rd, Beavercreek, Ohio
Pastoral Care Specialist
Graceworks Lutheran Services
Campus Ministry/Church Office Administrator
Christ Lutheran Church, Athens, Ohio
69 Mill Street, Athens, 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
Below are prayer requests for people in our synod or people connected with our synod. Please remember these brothers and sisters in Christ in your prayers.
Click HERE to read the full prayer request.
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Prayers for racial justice and equality
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 January 4, 2018)
Upcoming Events in and Around Our Synod
January 16-18, 2018
All Ohio Rostered Ministers Retreat
Life in the spirit: Let us pray
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr, Huron, Ohio
January 16, 2018
10:00AM-12:00PM
Central Ohio East Side Cluster Meeting
Hope Lutheran Church, Columbus
January 20, 2018
10:00AM-3:00PM
Something More High School Equipping Event Session I
Epiphany, Centerville
January 26-29, 2018
Youth Ministry Extravaganza 2018
Houston, Texas
February 2-3, 2018
The Capital Bowl Youth Ministry Retreat
Capital University
February 3, 2018
11:00AM-2:00PM
'Fishing for People--Evangelism for all the Baptized' workshop
Calvary Lutheran Church, 74 W. Main Street, Chillicothe, Ohio
February 4, 2018
12:30-3:00PM
Bishop's Youth Ambassador Program Session
Open To All
Epiphany, Pickerington
To see all events on the synod website calendar click HERE.
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