July 25, 2007
Email Address for Rev. Daniel Busch, Association Minister dlbusch@nwoa.org
Rev. Daniel Busch will be preaching this Sunday, July 29th at First UCC-Marblehead at 10:30 am.
Prayer Requests
Take a look on your book shelf!
If your church has searched for a pastor in the last couple years and you have a green 3 ring binder titled A LOCAL CHURCH SEEKS A PASTOR, would you please see that it is returned to the NWOA office? The national office is no longer printing this 3 ring binder and it is helpful to other churches in the search process.
The Hymn “God Our Maker, Whose First Summons” created by Rev. Carl P. Daw reflecting the theme of the United Church of Christ 50th Anniversary celebration, “Let It Shine” is available for use by UCC Congregations until February 7, 2008. If you need a copy call the office and we will get it to you.
Bridge Coffee House at the Oasis on West Elm United Church of Christ in Lima, OH
The dates of the Coffee House are as follows: July 26 August 2, 9, 16 7:00 p.m.
Calendar of Performers
July 26 – Shawnee Dulcimer Band
Aug 2 – Songbyrd
Aug 9 – Jenny Grace & Ryan Gierhart
Aug 16 – Tim Dawson & Jim McPhail
Nu-Vizion UCC, Toledo
Needs list attached to this email
Dear Friends,
Our CHEEP Store (Clothing Helps Everyone Exchange Program) continues to be a vibrant and successful outreach program providing clothing to individuals in the neighborhood at no cost, providing opportunities for outreach and evangelism and providing time for fellowship.
In order to staff the program effectively we need volunteers able to come on the first Saturday of the month for 4 hours, 9 am to 1pm. If you are able to help as an individual or have a group that would be able to help on August 4th or September 1st we'd love to hear from you.
God's Grace and Peace to You, Kathryn Helleman <><
Director of Discipleship
"Sharing Hope, Seeking Healing, Building Community..."
Nu-Vizion United Church of Christ
2014 Cherry St.
PO Box 80145
Toledo, OH 43608
Office: (419)241.9358
Peace Bubble comes to Northwest!
Singer-Songwriter Jerry Leggett, a UCC minister, will share a musical menu that includes classic peace standards by the Beatles, Bob Dylan and Tracy Chapman, plus a mix of his own soul-stirring Leggett originals. Jerry began a yearlong, nationwide peace mission in January, with stops at 50 UCC churches in observance of the denominations 50th anniversary celebration. His rousing, live music will take place on an intimate sound stage-a converted, tear-shaped, vintage RV that has been christened “The Peace Bubble.”
The tour is “a nonsectarian, nonpartisan effort to celebrate the ideals that make for peace in the heart and peace in the world,” says Leggett.”
sample music can be found at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=II4kyCOsllA
For more information about the concert and Jerry Leggett go to www.peacebubble.org
The Peace Bubble will be at First Congregational UCC in Sandusky on August 11th. From 11am to 2pm there will be a Jerry Gravenhurst chicken barbeque. The concert will begin at noon with a peace pole dedication. There will be games for the kids, ice cream provided by Big Brother/Big Sisters, and a mission fair.
"Church Finance, Giving and Growing Generosity” Workshop by Margaret Mills and Nancy Ackley will be held at Spencerville UCC, Spencerville, OH, Sept 8, 9:30am-2:30pm, lunch included, $15. It is being sponsored by the Auglaize Valley Region Coordinating Team. Click here to print a registration www.nwoa.org
Church Professional Event! Mark your calendar October 1, 2007
Speaker Rev. John Thomas, General Minister and President of the UCC
Location: Heidelberg College, Tiffin registration flyer at www.nwoa.org
2007 Ohio Conference Annual Gathering Saturday, July 28
Villa Milano Conference Center, Shrock Road, Columbus
Nomination of the new Conference Minister
On Saturday, May 19th the Ohio Conference Board of Directors approved the nomination of the Rev. Robert Molsberry to be the new Conference Minister for the Ohio Conference. Bob will be called by election to this position at the Conference Annual Gathering on Saturday, July 28 at the Villa Milano Conference Center in Columbus.
In recommending Bob to the Board of Directors the search committee wrote: “The Rev. Robert Molsberry brings many gifts and skills to the Ohio Conference that are particularly appropriate during this transitional time and will serve the church well throughout his tenure, if called. He is a person of strong faith. He has demonstrated an ability to adapt well to new situations. He is adept at working with diverse communities and is able to build consensus among those with whom he works. He is a strong communicator. The Committee is convinced that the Rev. Molsberry is the right person at the right time to lead our Ohio Conference.” Plan to be at the Annual Gathering to meet and call Bob as our next Ohio Conference Minister. An informal gathering to meet Bob will be held on Friday evening, July 27th at Westerville Community UCC, 770 County Line Road, Westerville.
OHIO Conference – United Church of Christ
Make a Difference Grant Application Form
This application form can be found on the Ohio Conference web site www.ocucc.org under Services to Our Members. Application deadline is September 1.
Outdoor Ministries Sponsored Fall Work Days
Pilgrim Hills Saturday September 22, 2007 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Templed Hills Saturday October 6, 2007 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
As we get closer to the work dates we will update the web site concerning specific work projects for each site, tools and/or supplies that would be helpful to bring. Lunch will be provided for the volunteers. Please let us know how many volunteers will be attending from your church or in your group. You may contact us by email campregistrar@ocucc.org or by phone 1800 282-0740 ext. 209 or 207 Helen Schultz, Registrar
The Ohio Conference Disaster Response Team is looking for some men and women who would be available with a 2-3 day notice to travel to an area of need (such as flooding), to help with the supervision of volunteers (who have been trained) and to ensure that all of the equipment which has been used makes its way back to the mud out trailer (which has already been outfitted by the team). These people could be helping with the actual cleanup, but their main responsibility would be as described above. If you would be willing to share your time and talents to help occasionally in a time of great need, please contact Mr. Jim Ditzler, 330-262-3242, jditzler@sssnet.com, or Mr. Terry Tangeman, 419-657-2196, tangeman@ohiolink.net
READY FOR A LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCE??
WHAT: Join the work group going to our UCC Back Bay Mission, Biloxi, MS. for hurricane recovery.
WHEN: Oct. 6-14, 2007
WHAT WILL WE DO: The group, led by Rev. Jeanette and Mr. Terry Tangeman, will be working on home rebuilding in the neighborhood of the mission, while sleeping and eating at the very pleasant trailers provided for volunteers on the mission site. Back Bay Mission works to find housing for the homeless, helps with utility bills, has a food pantry, and works in the community as an advocate for the homeless. Following Hurricane Katrina, the low cost housing was wiped out, so even after nearly 2 years, people are still sleeping in the woods.
COST: provide own transportation (car pool, fly)
$50 per person for the week to Back Bay, plus dividing $150 group fee; meals on the way down and back, plus around $35 for the week per person to purchase food; $7.50 for insurance; $10 T shirt.
WHO: Must be at least 16 years old.
MORE INFORMATION: tangeman@ohiolink.net, or 419-657-2196. We have a limit of 28 people and some spaces are already filled, so let us know soon if you are interested.
We will be collecting the following items to take with us on our October trip to Back Bay Mission. If you have new or gently used items on this list to donate, please contact Rev. Jeanette Tangeman, tangeman@ohiolink.net, or 419-657-2196
Men's pants sizes 28-36 ONLY (no other clothing)
Backpacks, Small tents, Duffel bags, Sleeping bags
Hygiene supplies: soap, shampoos, razors, floss, toothpaste, deodorant, toothbrushes, bug spray
We will also be making a stop in New Orleans to drop off school books and supplies, and the following items needed for the 20+ schools that are opening this summer:
Band instruments (they have someone for cleaning and repairs)
Mouthpieces, reeds, valve oil
Music stands, Drum practice pads, Drums--any
All kinds of balls (ie: soccer, basketballs, footballs, base balls, etc.)
Ball gloves, Cleats, Jump ropes
Glass slides (for science labs)
And of course: Gift cards to Wal-Mart and Home Depot as well as cash donations (all cash distributed at the mission)
If you have any other items, please call us to check before sending them as storage continues to be a problem in both places.
Defiance College Senior High Event OCT 6.
Defiance College will be holding a college day entitled, "Jesus Counts on
Character(s)", October 6 from 9:30am to 9:30pm. The day will involve fun, learning, presentations, drama, film, entertainment, and more. More details will be mailed to local churches on July 20th. This event is geared toward youth in their junior and senior years of high school. Please mark your calendar for this great day.
Keyboard Artist Needed
Seeking versatile musician/keyboard artist to play Steinway piano, Hammond
organ and /or Rolland digital piano for regular church services and choir.
Applicant should be willing to play all types of music and be comfortable
with a variety of worship styles.
Please contact First Congregational Church, PO Box 66, Berlin Heights, OH
44814.
Call 419-588-2102 for an application.
Wanted: Part time administrative Assistant at Park Congregational Church in Toledo. Responsibilities include publishing and mailing of church newsletter, typing and copying of the Sunday bulletin, bookkeeping, and general office duties. Computer skills required. Email resume to parkchurchtoledo@bex.net.
Congregational Library of the American Congregational Association, Massachusetts has sent the NWOA Association a booklet on Records Management. It was created by this organization expressly for churches with roots in the Congregational tradition. This booklet addresses many common records management problems faced and a few that may not have been considered. One of the goals of the Library is to assist all Congregational Churches in their role as record keepers. The Library is open to the public Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:30. Staff is available to respond to emails, phone calls, or mail on various topics including anniversary preparation, historical queries and genealogy. Please visit the web site www.congregationallibrary.org for more information.
The 2008 Ohio Ministries Convocation January 28-29, 2008 at University Plaza Hotel, Columbus, OH
Update your web page
would you like to update your church webpage, ask
webinfo@nwoa.org for help. Visit
www.nwoa.org
for more Association information.
Monthly Mailing
The monthly mailing will be sent over the email by request only. If you would like to receive the mailing by email please contact Joan Davidson at joan@nwoa.org.
Deadlines and Meeting Dates
Upcoming
July
28 Ohio Conference Gathering Villa Milano Conference Center Shrock Road, Columbus
August
7 Church & Ministry Mtg
8 Monthly Mailing Deadline
9 Auglaize Valley South Clergy
Old Barn Outback Rest., Lima 11:30am & Auglaize Valley RCT at 1:30 pm
22 Maumee Bay Clergy 12 Noon Bangkok Cafe
23 Witness & Proclamation MT
25 All Team Meeting St. John’s UCC, Tiffin
All Team Event, August 25, 2007 at St. John’s UCC- Tiffin See registration in the monthly mailing.
September 8, 2007 “Church Finance, Giving and Growing Generosity” Workshop – Margaret Mills and
Nancy Ackley Spencerville UCC, Spencerville 9:30 – 2:30 pm
October 1, 2007 A Church Professional Event – Rev. John Thomas, Speaker
Heidelberg College, Tiffin
November 10th Auglaize Valley Kinderfest Children’s Event, St. Paul UCC, New Bremen
Theme “Let’s Go Fishing”
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