THRIVE! RENEWED – HOPE FOR THE FUTURE!

Thrive! has brought hope to congregations across the synod by providing training and resources for lay and rostered leaders, even helping many grow their ministries during uncertain times. Thrive! Renewed brings that promise of hope into the future.

Designed for congregations that had to put campaigns on hold due to the pandemic, Thrive! Renewed is easy to run, builds on what was already accomplished, takes only four weeks to complete, includes new digital tools for virtual services, and inspires generosity toward your own congregation.

• Week 1 — Brief review of campaign goals already shared before the pause
• Week 2 — Temple talk given by lay leader inspires generosity
• Week 3 — Inspirational sermon and invitation to make commitments
• Week 4 — Follow-up

For information on how to join in, please contact Pastor Larry Donner, Thrive! Campaign Manager, at Thrive@SouthernOhioSynod.org.

SPIRIT LEADING AT ZION, HAMILTON

Admittedly, Zion, Hamilton, entered its Thrive! Renewed campaign last year with some apprehension due to COVID-19 and the economy. Yet, venturing forward in faith, they learned about the power of the Spirit to transform lives and whole congregations. To date, Zion members have committed to donating $13,385 to Thrive! – surpassing their goal of $12,000!

“The Holy Spirit continues to guide us through things we had never accomplished before!” writes Patti Eaton, Zion’s campaign leader. “I have delivered 4 sermons, an act of worship that I never dreamed of doing. God had other plans! I have grown so much in my faith journey…”

We are deeply grateful for Zion’s generosity and for the Spirit that empowers us to do more than we ever thought we could accomplish!