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06/09/2020
Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for the Week of June 10, 2020
Stronger and better together:
Joining Jesus in the restoration of the world!
Even now, especially now, the SOS Bishop and Staff are at work carrying out the mission and ministry of the Southern Ohio Synod mission territory. Much of our work is behind the scenes since we can't yet meet with you physically in your congregations. So, please check out our SOS Calendar for a look at what we have going on via online meetings as we continue to lay the ground work for our work together as we Clarify, Collaborate and Cultivate. We are stronger and better together, even on Zoom!
Synod News
ELCA reaffirms commitment to combatting white supremacyA note from Bishop Dillahunt and the ELCA Conference of Bishops statement. Please share with your congregations. |
2020 Reports to the Synod AssemblyEven though we didn't meet in person, we share with you the important reports from our various teams, partners and affiliates that represent, in part, the diverse work we do together in the Southern Ohio Synod mission territory. |
NEW E-News sign-up for the #2021ELCAYGPlease use the google form link to sign-up and also to provide your Synod Coordinators with additional information. Thank You!!
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Mark your calendar for the next set of Youth Gathering Information Meetings.Note, all three sessions will provide identical information.
In-person sessions will be held if possible. If not, we will meet online.
Updates will be communicated through the Synod Youth Gathering Informational Distribution System. To be added to the list Click Here
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ELCA News
Worship and resources remembering the Emanuel 9 Martyrs and the work that still needs doneOn June 17, 2015, Clementa C. Pinckney, Cynthia Marie Graham Hurd, Susie Jackson, Ethel Lee Lance, DePayne Middleton-Doctor, Tywanza Sanders, Daniel Lee Simmons, Sharonda Coleman-Singleton, and Myra Thompson were murdered by a self-professed white supremacist while they were gathered for Bible study and prayer at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church (often referred to as Mother Emanuel) in Charleston, South Carolina. Look for video links from the Southern Ohio Synod Bishop's Office and ELCA on June 17. |
This is the DayA message from The Rev. Elizabeth Eaton, Presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America |
Revision of Definitions and Guidelines for Discipline: Digital Town HallsThe committee is seeking input from across this church so the document can better provide clear and uniform application of the rules, protect people from harm and prevent impediments to the proclamation of the gospel. |
Affiliates and Partners
You're invited to the Faith Friday Ask the Experts: Reentry Roundtable, June 12The Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives in partnership with OSU College of Social Work and Chosen4Change is hosting a reentry round-table discussion about the impact of COVID-19 and specifically those involved in the criminal justice system, as well as their families and the community. |
LOMO Camp Home--Discover what camp has for you this summer!LOMO has put together a comprehensive program for you and your young people to bring camp home this summer! |
Double your gift to LWR to provide needed water to the most vulnerableFrom Kenya to Uganda to El Salvador, something as essential as water is not readily available. And our poorest neighbors — often women and children — must risk their lives hiking miles to collect water. Here's how you can help! |
The staff of the Southern Ohio Synod is here for you as you need us. Please reach out to us as you always have if your congregation's leadership needs guidance or support.
Prayers
Pr. Larry Novak regarding healing
Family and friends of Pr. Charles Mayer regarding his passing
Pr. David Eidson regarding health issues
Family and friends of Mrs. Carol Swank regarding her passing
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