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06/29/2018
Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for the Week of July 4, 2018
Stronger and better together:
Joining Jesus in the restoration of the world
Synod News
July 2018 Parish Paper--Inviting, Informing and Including Newcomers
Learn more about the 'Three Pillars of Evangelism'
The Collaborative: A new initiative by the Southern Ohio Synod created just for your congregation!
God is calling your congregation to new life. How are you going to respond?
'Bridges Out of Poverty' workshop on Sept 16 at Advent Lutheran Church
The hidden rules of class effect many aspects of life for all of us but especially for those who live at or below the poverty line. If you want to work with people in poverty or if you simply want a deeper understanding of the issues of poverty this information is eye opening.
Reminder! New Stewardship Development Opportunity Available to SOS Congregations
The Southern Ohio Synod is delighted to make available a new resource for congregations who would appreciate the support of professional fundraising services as they develop their stewardship ministries over the next two years.
SOS Youth and Family Ministry
School Year Save The Date Information--Mark Your Calendars!
September 9: God's Work Our Hands Day
October 14: Apple Butter Festival at Lutheran Memorial Camp
October 29-31: The Annual Renew Retreat at Lutheran Memorial Camp for those that work or volunteer with young people
November 1-4: The ELCA Youth Summit at Camp Carol Joy Holling, Nebraska (All expenses paid)
January 11-13: Middle School MiX at Lutheran Memorial Camp
January 25-27: Confirmation Retreat at Lutheran Memorial Camp
February 1-2: Capital Bowl Youth Retreat at Capital University
February 15-17: Confirmation Retreat at Lutheran Memorial Camp
February 22-23: Faith-in-Fun Elementary Retreat at Lutheran Memorial Camp
March 10: Maple Syrup Festival at Lutheran Memorial Camp
April 5-7: High School Connect Retreat at Camp Kern
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
ELCA presiding bishop responds to Supreme Court decision on travel ban
In a time … when an idolatrous allegiance to one’s own community endangers our oneness, we must voice with clarity the powerful vision of difference in unity.
Partners and Affiliates
None this week
Employment Opportunities
This link is now located on the lower left-hand side of the synod home page in the quick links box.
Director for Congregational Engagement
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, Washington
Student Ministry Leader (6-12th grade)
Peace Lutheran Church, Gahanna
455 Clark State Road, Gahanna, Ohio
Program Director, Advocacy Engagement
ELCA
Washington, DC
Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministries, Chaplains’ Office
Gustavus Adolphus College
St. Peter, Minnesota
Minister of Communication & Support
David Lutheran Church
Canal Winchester, 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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Chaplains and service men and women who receive our Prayer Books from assembly
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Families of the victims of the Annapolis, MD shooting
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Rev. Ray Branstiter as he mourns the death of his mother
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Family and friends of Rev. Dr. Fred Meuser
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Pr. Orinda Hawkins-Brinkley regarding surgery
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Amazing Grace Day Camps & LOMO Day Camps in our territory
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Pr. Hal Robarge as he recovers from a car accident
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. There are currently nine congregations in study and 18 in the interview process. Updated June 12, 2018)
Upcoming Events in and Around Our Synod
July 3-4, 2018
Synod Office closed for Columbus' Red, White and Boom and 4th of July holiday
July 8-13, 2018
Amazing Grace Day Camp
Good Shepherd, Kettering
July 8-13, 2018
Amazing Grace Day Camp
St. Mark's, Delaware
July 8-13, 2018
LOMO Day Camp
St. Jacob's, Miamisburg
July 8-13, 2018
LOMO Day Camp
Epiphany, Pickerington
To see all events on the synod website calendar click HERE.
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