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01/31/2018
Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for the Week of January 31, 2018
Stronger and better together:
Joining Jesus in the restoration of the world
Bishop's Theological Convocation March 12
All rostered ministers in the Southern Ohio Synod Mission Territory are invited to join Bishop Suzanne Dillahunt and guest speaker, Bishop Craig Satterlee, for a day of conversation, fellowship and worship, focused on this year's theme 'Preaching the Gospel.'
Synod News
Two excellent Lay School of Theology courses lined up for spring semester--Evangelism & the Gospels
Reading the Gospels-Taught by The Rev. Dr. Wray Bryant, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Religion and Philosophy at Capital, in Greek and Biblical Theology at Trinity Seminary & From Survivin’ to Thrivin-Taught by Pastor Katie Kerrigan who serves as Assistant to the Bishop and ELCA Director for Evangelical Mission, focusing on helping congregations find new purpose and vitality in these changing times.
Save the Date - Hunger Leader's Day April 21
Mark your calendar now for a Congregational Hunger Leaders' Day to be held Saturday, April 21, 2018, at All Shepherds Lutheran Church, Lewis Center, Ohio. Guest speaker, Mr. Ryan Cumming, ELCA World Hunger Program Director.
ELCA Candidacy Discernment Retreat for Region 6--March 2-3
Consider attending this Discernment Retreat to explore your calling and future ministry leadership--spouses encouraged to attend!
Facebook news feed changes to impact nonprofits ability to connect with followers
In the coming months, Facebook will be granting less priority to Pages from businesses and publications and begin favoring posts its ranking algorithm finds to be more engaging — namely those that spark debate and discussion among a user's friends and family.
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.
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.
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
Coming up at Capital University in Columbus:
Capital Open House
March 24 at 9:00 a.m.
Register at: http://www.capital.edu/visit
Capital University’s Summer Seminary Sampler (for high school students)
July 15 - 21 (Interfaith Dialogue theme)
More information at: www.capital.edu/summersampler
Capital/Seminary Age Visit Opportunities:
Seminary Virtual Information Session
February 21 at 12:30 p.m.
More information at: http://apply.capital.edu/portal/seminary_events
Explore Trinity Seminary Admission Event
March 13 -14
More Information at http://apply.capital.edu/portal/seminary_events
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
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ELCA News
ELCA Yearbook now online directory
The 2018 ELCA Yearbook is now online and known as the ELCA Directory.
International Women's Day is March 8
Get involved with a congregational toolkit and bulletin insert from the ELCA!
Partners and Affiliates
Unite to End Racism Rally April 3-5 in Washington, D.C.
'ACT NOW: Unite to End Racism' is both a rally and a call to action, organized by the National Council of Churches with partners: the National African American Clergy Network, Conference of National Black Churches, Sojourners, Franciscan Action Network, Churches Uniting in Christ, and Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, and its member communions.
LOMO camps hiring for summer 2018
College age young people are invited to apply for the exciting and rewarding positions available this summer at a LOMO camp.
Upcoming LOMO activities you won't want to miss!
Retreats, festivals and camps...Read the story now and sign up before it's too late!
Full and part-time church musicians invited to 'February Flourish' on Feb 24
The Columbus Chapter of the American Guild of Organists has planned a full day of workshops and inspiration to help you in your music ministry.
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.
Vice President for Administration
Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago
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 requests.
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Family and friends of Mrs. Jean Shugert as they mourn her loss
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Pr. Tim Iseringhausen as he recovers from a heart attack
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New bishop in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land
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Family and friends of The Rev. Leslie Schulz regarding his passing
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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 22, 2018)
Upcoming Events in and Around Our Synod
February 1, 2018
8:15AM
Northwest Cluster Meeting
Clinton Heights Lutheran Church, Columbus--Pr. Ralph Wolfe, host
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
February 8, 2018
9:30AM-12:00PM
Cincinnati ELCA Pastors Conference Meeting
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Cincinnati
February 9-10, 2018
Something More High School Equipping Event Session II
Wittenberg University
February 15, 2018
9:30AM-12:00PM
Columbus Conference Gathering
Dr. Wally Taylor, presenter
Trinity Lutheran Seminary, 2199 E Main Street, Columbus, Ohio
February 15, 2018
10:30AM
Dayton Conference Gathering
TBD
February 16, 2018
Youth Gathering Late Registration Fee Begins
February 17, 2018
10:00AM-2:00PM
Mission Interpreter Gathering and Training
David Lutheran Church, 300 Groveport Road, Canal Winchester
February 20, 2018
10:00AM-12:00PM
Central Ohio East Side Cluster Meeting
Epiphany Lutheran Church, Pickerington
To see all events on the synod website calendar click HERE.
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