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10/22/2018
Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for the Week of October 24, 2018
Stronger and better together:
Joining Jesus in the restoration of the world!
Synod News
Fruits of the faith grown through life in the church and participation in synod-sponsored training'I am writing this letter to let you know, as a lay person, how the Southern Ohio Synod has helped me grow in faith and bear fruit in these past few years.' Read on to learn more about this one person's journey of faith and ministry.
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How to Develop Habits for Well-Being'High demands and weak support systems can foster a toxic environment for clergy health.' What can you do to create an environment of good health and wellness? |
ELCA News
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The transformative power of giving thanksFindings, resources and books on the power of gratitude to transform our lives and our congregations |
'Mission support: The lifeblood of the ELCA'Living Lutheran's resource study guide provides simple exercises congregations can work through in small groups to identify the factors keeping us from fully participating in God's work in the world. |
World Aids Day December 1On December 1, the ELCA has the opportunity to join with our neighbors around the world in commemorating World AIDS Day. On this day, we remember all who have been and continue to be affected by HIV and AIDS. We also take this day to raise awareness and recommit to a faithful and dedicated response. |
ELCA Conference of Bishops, others focus on future directions goalsMeeting Sept. 27-Oct. 2 under the theme "While they were talking and discussing, Jesus himself came near," the conference engaged in discussions with senior leadership of the ELCA churchwide organization to explore in-depth the work that surrounds the five goals of Future Directions 2025 and the key priorities of congregational vitality and leadership.
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ELCA offers grants for new mental health ministries-apply today!Congregations are invited to develop a three to six month Mental Health Ministry Plan and receive up to $10,000 to assist in implementing such plan in 2019! |
Partners and Affiliates
Women of the SOS! You're invited to the SOS WELCA Fall Retreat, Nov 9-10, 2018Relax, revitalize, restore and nourish with your sisters at the Sisters of Charity at Mt. St. Joseph in Cincinnati! |
Employment Opportunities
This link is now located on the lower left-hand side of the synod home page in the quick links box.
Nursery Attendant (Sunday Mornings)
Redeemer Lutheran Church, Columbus
1555 South James Avenue, Columbus, Ohio
ELCA Global Mission Openings
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Varied
Part-Time Youth Director
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Dublin
5475 Brand Road Dublin, Ohio
Youth Director
St. John Lutheran Church, Sidney
120 W Water Street, Sidney, Ohio
Executive Director for Domestic Mission
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Chicago, Illinois
Director of Gift Planning
ELCA Foundation
Chicago, Illinois
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
Upcoming Events in and Around Our Synod
October 28, 2018
7:30PM
Festival Choral Eucharist for Reformation
Weaver Chapel, Wittenberg University, Springfield, Ohio
October 29-31, 2018
Youth Ministry Renew Retreat
Lutheran Memorial Camp
November 1-4, 2018
ELCA Youth Summit
Camp Carol Joy Holling
To see all events on the synod website calendar click HERE.
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