07/29/2020

Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for Rostered Ministers for the Week of July 29, 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!

SOS Calendar

Synod News

Printable Worship Companion for August 2-November 22 2020 A free printable, yes you read that correctly, Worship Companion for your leadership to share with your congregation (and anyone they wish to also share with) to make sure the Gospel is preached, even if you can't be in person or on the web!

New bishops elected in historic virtual assemblies. Find out what the SOS is doing to be prepared. For many reasons, including state by-laws and synod constitutions, bishop elections in many synods are continuing, but with the help of online tools and lots of training of voting members.

Governor DeWine Issues Statewide Mask Order, Travel Warning: How this impacts SOS congregations There's a lot in the order, and you should take time to read it and understand what is being required and what is not, but we've provided a summary of items in the orders that should be taken into consideration by congregations as they plan to meet in person, whether it is for worship, weddings, funerals, youth groups, Bible studies, etc.

New 'COVID-19 Event Risk Assessment Planning Tool' from Georgia Tech This is an interactive risk assessment tool that examines current estimates for COVID-19 spread levels in counties across the U.S. Use the map to hone in on your county to provide you and your leadership team with more information to make better risk assessments for in-person worship and other church events.

Strategic Plans Map The Post-Pandemic Way Forward Article from GSB Fundraising to help your congregation create a plan to move forward--especially now.

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

Pastor Bill Kerrick and his wife Jean Kerrick regarding illness

Frank, husband of Margaret Dill, Music Director at Trinity, Brookville regarding a serious fall

Family, friends and students of Rev. Peter Steinke regarding his passing

Family, friends and partners in the ministry at FELC in Columbus regarding the death of Mr. Jon Swanson

Family and friends of Pr. Isabelle Steele regarding her passing

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