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06/24/2020
Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for the Week of June 24, 2020
Stronger and better together:
Joining Jesus in the restoration of the world!
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
The Southern Ohio Synod Office is moving! Effective July 1, 2020, Bishop Dillahunt and the SOS Staff will call a new location home. Our new office and mailing address is: 9200 Worthington Rd We're excited for you to see our new space when it is safe to do so. Look for invitations to visit in the near (we hope) future! Please update your address books today! Remember...We also have a P.O. Box (that is processed by our bank) for our Mission Support donations only. P.O. Box 0604, Lewis Center, OH 43035 The P.O. Box is for checks only, NOT for correspondence. |
Important! New pulpit supply process and listsThese weeks away from our sister and brother worshippers have been difficult. We all yearn for the days of gathering together as God’s people. As congregations begin resuming corporate worship, it is important to talk about pulpit supply. |
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!!
Google Link: https://forms.gle/
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
You are invited to sign the 'ELCA Anti-Racism Pledge' and commit to one or more of the action items providedAs church we are called to confess the sin of racism, condemn the ideology of white supremacy, and strive for racial justice and peace. Beyond statements and prayers, we are called to also act and respond to injustices. |
'Witnesses'--Bishop Eaton's June/July column in Living Lutheran“Restrictions imposed by the pandemic have made it clear that people are searching for hope and meaning and love.”
ELCA presiding bishop responds to Supreme Court decision on DACA programToday I rejoice in the renewal of dreams and the transformation of heartbreak into hope that today's Supreme Court decision brings to our nation's more than 700,000 Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients, their families and their communities. |
Action items from the ELCA Advocacy OfficeThe ELCA Advocacy Office offers several action items for ELCA members who wish to have their voice heard on specific issues. Read the story to find out what issues are currently underway. |
Affiliates and Partners
LOMO Camps to re-open July 10!We are thrilled to share with you the exciting news that LOMO is opening July 10th on a limited basis for families, retreat groups, environmental education, volunteers and day use. |
Lombard Mennonite Peace Center offers seminars on leadership and conflict resolution starting in JulyWe are pleased to announce the return of one of our more popular seminars: Leadership and Anxiety in the Church on August 19, 2020 via Zoom video conferencing, plus Conflict Transformation Skills for Churches (July 18). |
Church Mutual offers webinar on safely coming back together as a congregationThis is an on-demand webinar and can be watched at anytime, even if you are not a Church Mutual customer. |
The Department of Health and Human Services offers to source face coverings for businesses, including congregationsAs American businesses begin to open again, it’s important we continue to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and keep members of our communities healthy and safe. Wearing a cloth face covering, practicing social distancing, and washing your hands are good practices that will continue to protect us and our neighbors as our economy reopens. |
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. Carey Hovland's dad, Russell, as he is treated for a head injury
Pr. Dan Fant and family as they mourn the loss of his wife, Joan
Pr. Peter Ray and family as they mourn the loss of his dad
Deacon Dr. Timothy Guenther regarding ongoing health issues
The Rev. Dr. Jerome Taylor as he undergoes back surgery
Congratulations to Pr. Varney Yarkpazuo and his wife, Dorothy, on the birth of their son
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