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Friday, May 13, 2016
This year's annual Pride Service for reconciling United Methodists will be held on Friday, June, 17, 7:00 pm, at King Avenue UMC, 299 King Avenue. In addition to our celebration, we shall feature the multi-media "Pride" art exhibit by the students in the Queer Alliance at the Columbus College of Art and Design. If your church or group would like to bring literature for distribution, please let me know. We'll have tables for distribution. As to parking, both... continue reading
Friday, May 13, 2016
The UMRA Honorary Lifetime Membership award was given to Rev. Roger Grace, outgoing UMRA President, this week. The Honorary Lifetime Membership is reserved for carefully selected lay and clergy persons who, over an extended period of time, have invested themselves nationally or regionally in contributing to the life of the Church’s concern for mission and ministry in town and rural places. The purpose of the award is to recognize such persons in a dignified an... continue reading
Friday, Apr 22, 2016
On Sunday, April 10, St. Luke's confirmed 16 middle school students. It was a glorious celebration. Even more, each one individually and personally prayed a prayer of faith committing themselves to love God. You can imagine what a big day this is for St. Luke's, but even more, what a big day this is for the kids, and for God's kingdom on earth.
More good news. After a year of prayer, conversation, and preparation, St. Luke's is scheduled to vote on becoming a R... continue reading
Friday, Apr 22, 2016
Thanks to the efforts of a student's essay, the VFW post 4599 awarded $1,051 to the Personal Needs Pantry at the Milford Center UMC. Beyond this initial donation, the VFW plans to continue raising funds to support the Personal Needs Pantry.
Tuesday, Mar 29, 2016
What is the mission and ministry of the West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church? Together we accomplish so much! Read all about it in the 2014 Missional Impact Report.
Wednesday, Mar 16, 2016
Ms. Kim LaRue led an Advanced Lay Servant Training class on Leading Healthy Small Groups March 4 and 5 at Lewis Center UMC. For more information contact Kim at kimlarue [at] powellumc.org.
Wednesday, Mar 16, 2016
The Capitol Area North and South Districts awarded over $243,000 in grants within the districts during 2015. We are so thankful for missional giving made possible by the support of our churches. We want to share with you those ministries that you have generously supported. 2015 UMCM Grant Recipients
Monday, Mar 14, 2016
Click here for information on the recorded webinar: Transitions: Our Pastor is Moving - Next Steps
PRESENTERS: Jacqui King, Director of Leadership for Congregational Vitality
As the chair of the SPRC committee, you are preparing to share the news of a pastoral change. The SPRC team wants to know the next steps beyond sharing the initial announcement. This webinar will help leaders to gain insights about praying for their pastor, their family and the congrega... continue reading
Friday, Mar 11, 2016
Join us as we celebrate the ministry of Rev. Roger Grace as he retires from his position as Assistant to the District Superintendent. The celebration will be held on Tuesday, May 24th at 7:30 pm following the Capitol Area North District Conference at 6:30 pm, at William Street UMC, 28 W. William St., Delaware, Ohio, 43015. No RSVP is necessary. Everyone is welcome!
Friday, Mar 11, 2016
You will learn about the Theological Basis of Health Ministries, Setting up a Congregational Health Ministry, Nutrition and Staying Active, Congregational Education Resources, Health System Navigation, Supporting Congregants with Addiction Issues, and Medical Decision Making and End of Life Planning.This training will be held at Church for All People on Monday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00pm from April 4 – MAY 9, 2016. This training is meant for congregational vol... continue reading