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09/28/2020
Southern Ohio Synod e-bulletin for Rostered Ministers for the Week of September 30, 2020
Stronger and better together:
Joining Jesus in the restoration of the world!
Education Opportunities for Leaders
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This workshop is designed for Lay leaders in congregations, but Rostered Ministers are invited to attend! Please pass along to your ministry teams and register TODAY! Register now...cost is FREE...potential impact is priceless. Christmas During COVID is the 2nd of a 3-part online only conference series made possible by the gifts and talents of the SOS Vibrant Church Conference team and your mission support contributions. To learn more visit the SOS Vibrant Church Conference page. |
Synod News
'God had a plan and we were called to carry it out.’Online VBS reaches over 300 families across 14 states & pushes congregation to take huge ‘virtual’ leap of faith |
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Common Good Story #5: When ideas and talents align......the Vibrant Church Conference is born! |
ELCA News
Don't miss out on a Daily Bread Matching Grant from ELCA-Deadline Oct 14As a continued response to the pandemic, this fall more than 300 grants are available to congregations who feed our neighbors. |
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Political activity and church leaders--Guidance from ELCA ChurchwideWith election season in full swing, the ELCA General Counsel, Tom Cunniff, asked that we share with you, and your leadership, the following reminders regarding what churches and church leaders can and cannot do in regard to political activity. |
A Pastoral Word on the Grand Jury Decision in LouisvilleA note from Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton and Bishop of the I/K Synod, The Rev. William Gufkajen |
New Advent resources from ELCA World HungerAs congregations across the ELCA creatively find new ways to worship online and in person, and continue to support the work of important ministries including ELCA World Hunger, we want to equip leaders with useful resources this season. |
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Government and Civic Engagement Social MessageThis project was called for at the 2019 ELCA Churchwide Assembly, with an intention that it be ready to read before the election this fall. |
Stories of Faith in Action 2021 EditionThis publication and the resources that accompany it illustrate how your congregational offering sustains and advances the work of this church. |
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Partner/Affiliate News
Rockin' the Front Porch by Pr. Jake Jacobson available now through Lulu PublishingThose who attended the All Ohio Rostered Ministers Gathering in January heard Pr. Jake Jacobson share his insights on practical evangelism in a post-Christian society. His new book, Rockin' the Front Porch, is out now. The description of Pr. Jacobson's book on Lulu.com says:
'Sharing the faith in the "new normal" that we find ourselves in can sometimes be a daunting task for pastors and laity alike. For the past 15 years I have been developing a process called Front Porchin' as a simple way of looking at the work of sharing our faith stories with others. This book includes an expanded version of that work as well as suggestions for the implementation of that process within the life of a congregation to develop a comprehensive outreach program.'
Check it out at Lulu.com
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Prayers
Peace and justice for all communities and families torn apart by racism
Pr. Aaron and Marcie Layne as they mourn the death of Marcie's dad and brother
All of those impacted by Tropical Storm Beta and those who will help them recover & rebuild
We give thanks for the life and work of Rev. Robert Graetz
Pr. Mark Nodo and Kathy Nodo as they recover from COVID-19
Continued prayers for those in our western states battling wildfires
Pr. Lorne and Becca Hlad and family regarding their baby
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