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03/11/2020
Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for Rostered Ministers for the Week of 3.11.20
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Synod News
COVID-19: A Lutheran response as we walk along and minister in this timeWe have been attempting to give you information about how to navigate through this virus threat. Sometimes it can be overwhelming. How do we respond? ---------------------------------------------------- See our homepage for a central location for links, news and resources regarding the Coronavirus epidemic. |
The SOS Bishop's Convocation on March 16 is still being held. We have no plans at this time to cancel the event based on current public health guidelines. We will be following procedures to limit the sharing of germs, including changes to the passing of the peace and communion. If you have registered for this event, please plan to attend if you are healthy and otherwise feel comfortable doing so. If anything changes, look for notifications on our FB page, website and in your email. |
Round up your voting members for the 2020 SOS Assembly-Registration now open!The Southern Ohio Synod Assembly is May 16 at Epiphany Lutheran Church in Centerville...Register soon and come be a part of this worship-filled day! |
Recruitment for the 2020 cohort for Stewardship for All Seasons (SAS)-Deadline for enrollment is April 15This is our 3rd cohort and your opportunity to be a part of this special program that is seeing amazing results in congregations of all sizes. |
How you can help with recovery efforts in Nashville area after the recent tornadosBefore you call or send anything, please visit the Southeastern Synod's website to read updates on the current recovery efforts and the best way you can help now. |
We have a NEW PO BOX! Please start using immediatelyThe Southern Ohio Synod has switched payment lockbox providers. Please begin sending your mission support donations to... |
Reminder! Deadline to submit resolutions for the synod assembly is March 15 |
Prince of Peace, Dublin invites you to join in on a special lunch & learn on immigration March 15As part of AMMPARO, Prince of Peace in Dublin is offering an opportunity for members of our synod to hear from people who experience both the joys and challenges of trading one homeland for another. |
Youth & Family News
Announcing two Youth Gathering spring workshop to help congregations with all the pre-registration stuff and to talk about travel/transportation options. Saturday March 28: At Trinity Seminary, Columbus Meet in the upstairs lobby at Trinity. You will be greeted and guided towards the assigned room Note: You do not need to attend the Connect Retreat (which will be going on at the same time) to come to the Informational Meeting
Saturday April 25: At Good Shepherd, Cincinnati |
ELCA News
ELCA presiding bishop addresses concerns about COVID-19In 1527, Luther emphasized the duty to care for the neighbor, the responsibility of government to protect and provide services to its citizens, a caution about recklessness, and the importance of science, medicine and common sense. |
ELCA Church Council votes to remove “Vision and Expectations”The ELCA Church Council voted today to remove "Vision and Expectations" from use in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Disciplinary standards for rostered ministers are outlined in "Definitions and Guidelines for Discipline." |
Take and Eat.Presiding Bishop Eaton's column in Living Lutheran...Bishop Elizabeth Eaton reflects on Paul’s stormy journey to Rome and the Lord’s Supper. |
Prayers
Family and friends of Margaret Boss regarding her passing
Family and friends of Pr. Robert Jones regarding his passing
Pr. Larry Bannick regarding knee surgery
Family and friends of Rev. Richard Walston regarding his death
Sr. Sally Burk as she mourns the loss of her sister, Martha
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