Aug. 22, 2007
Email Address for Rev. Daniel Busch, Association Minister dlbusch@nwoa.org
Rev. Daniel Busch was the preacher at Sycamore UCC last week, Aug. 19th and will be joining Rev. Candy Thomas in her Farewell Service this Sunday, August 26th at Zion UCC-Fireside at 10:00 am.
Prayer Requests
Please keep all those suffering from the flooding waters in your prayer.
Emails (via Central Southeast Ohio Association) from Rev. Char Burch, Interim Conference Minister of the Missouri Mid-South Conference about the shooting at the church in Missouri on August 12. Char served as the interim Northwest Ohio Association Minister before moving to Missouri. She wrote: "Many people across the country heard the news of Sunday’s tragic shooting at First Congregational Church, Neosho, MO. This is to confirm that the Micronesian (United Church of Pohnpei) congregation where the deaths and injuries occurred is, in fact, a congregation that had planned to join in fellowship with the Western Association of the Missouri Mid-South Conference next month. (First Congregational Church is not affiliated with the UCC, but is the nesting church for the Micronesians.)
One of those killed is Rev. Kernel Rehobsen, pastor of the church. Rev.
Rehobsen is well known among our Missouri Mid-South Conference family,
having spoken at several gatherings.
In case you missed it, at approximately 1:54 p.m. Sunday the
gunman entered the sanctuary where worship was underway. He confronted
church members brandishing weapons. He opened fire, killing at least three
people and wounding several others.
Associate Conference Minister Rev. Dale Parson was in Neosho on
Monday, August 13, providing support to church members and gathering more
information.
Please pray for all of the members of this congregation. They do
need our love, support and prayers."
I urge you to keep in prayer the families of the three persons
who were killed: Rev. Kernel Rehobson (pastor), Kuhpes Ikosia, and Intenson
Rehobson. Also, keep in prayer those who are still hospitalized: Jim Handy,
Kandy Handy, Danny Jack, Docina Jack, and Melina Davis. And please keep our
colleagues in ministry in the Missouri-Mid South Conference, Char Burch and
Dale Parsons, in your prayers.
Called to Park Congregational UCC in Toledo
Rev. Ed Heilman has been called as Pastor of Park UCC, Toledo, and will begin on October 1st.
At the Ohio Conference Annual Gathering on July 28th, the Rev. Robert Molsberry was elected Conference Minister. Bob will be starting his ministry on September 1. We welcome Bob and his wife Ann to our Conference and look forward to his visits with NWOA. We welcome them into our midst. Go to the Office Conference Web site to learn more about Bob. www.ocucc.org
Take a LOOK! http://www.nwoa.org/communication.htm#staff
This link to the NWOA web page holds many email address for NWOA churches and clergy. Please take a look at your email address for the church and also your personal email address if listed. If you see a mistake please email joan@nwoa.org with the correction.
Lay School Dean: We are searching for a Dean for the Association’s Lay School. Interested people may contact Rev. Wendy Schindler-Chasney for a list of duties and requirements. She can be reached at 419-359-1662 or by e-mail at revwendy@thewavz.com.
NWOA Lay School 2007 Fall Semester
(FOR ALL LAY PEOPLE INTERESTED)
“Preaching”
1. Rev. Rick Dorsch – Lectionary Preaching
2. Rev. Alex Gondola – Theme Preaching
3. Rev. Sue Keller – Story Telling
4. Rev. Elaine Mikesell – Character/Role Playing Preaching
5. Rev. Wendy Schindler-Chasney and Rev. Wayne Chasney – Dialogical Preaching
In addition to reading assignments, students will prepare and preach a sermon.
Classes will be held at the Northwest Ohio Association office, in Tiffin. Class Cost $40+books
Registration information coming soon!
Timely Topics are Back for Another Year!
Learn About Issues that Matter to You & The Church!
At the NWOA Association Office, 416 Wentz St., Tiffin, 10:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Bring a Sack Lunch – Drinks Available
Tentative Topics for This Coming Year Include..
· Follow Up To General Synod (September 12th)
The Lakeshore Regional Fall Gathering – October 27, 2007 - St. Stephen UCC-Sandusky
See flyer attached.
THIS IS CANCELLED "Church Finance, Giving and Growing Generosity” Workshop
Just to let you know that the "Church Finance Giving and Growing Generosity" event that had been scheduled for Sept. 8 at Spencerville UCC had to be cancelled due to the unavailability of Margaret Mills. She has a family matter that needs her attention. It was the decision of the Coordinating Team to cancel at this time and discuss rescheduling or not at our next meeting. Please inform anyone in your congregation who may have been planning to attend. Thanks and blessings, Jeanette Tangeman
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
Invitation to Workshop
On Sunday, September 16 all Sunday school teachers, Boards/Committees of Christian Education and pastors are invited to a workshop led by Dr. Marian Plant of The Defiance College at St. Paul’s UCC, 428 Kilbourne St. Bellevue, OH 1:30-4:00 p.m. Marian will be addressing new trends in Christian Education – Cradle to grave.
The Miami Erie Women's Fellowship Fall Rally will be held on Wednesday, September 26 with registration beginning at 9:30 and the meeting beginning at 10 a.m. St. Paul’s U.C.C., Rockford will be our host church with Rev. Catherine Costello leading the afternoon worship and communion. Our morning will include three mini sessions with guest speakers, Rev. Roger Perl sharing information about Back Bay Mission, Kyle Zanker from Crossroads, and Pastor Sue Keller of Buckland enlightening us about prayer and meditation. The cost is $6.50 which includes breakfast snacks during registration and lunch. We will be collecting our annual Love Gift.
Send registrations and payments (made payable to Miami Erie Women's Fellowship) to:
Carol Presar, 11973 Co. Rd. 33A, Wapakoneta, OH 45895
Nu-Vizion UCC, Toledo
Dear Friends,
During our spring work day, one of our members marveled at all the people who had come to help Nu-Vizion from the greater community and from our churches near and far. She wondered why they helped us, and more importantly, "do we ever help them?"
Pastor Will preached this last weekend at Buckland UCC about being "Stupid for Jesus." As Christians, we often do things society would consider "stupid", like driving two hours to help clean up an inner city church or donating 10% of our income to Christ's church.
In the spirit of our young member's idea of helping our supporters, and in the spirit of doing God's will by being "Stupid for Jesus", Nu-Vizion is launching an effort called:
Giving Back the Vizion
We are seeking opportunities from our churches to give back our time and talent through service to reflect our gratitude for what God has done for us in Nu-Vizion UCC. This week a group of seven women traveled to Sylvania UCC to cut and sew uniforms for Love INC. and had a fabulous time working and fellowshipping! Can we help you? Here are some ideas of what we can do:
--Help serve at your church's dinners or events
--Cleaning
--Yard work
--???
Our group works hard and is willing to learn new things. If we can help you, please email Shelley at loveneverfails@netzero.net or call (419) 241-9358 and leave a message.
Thanks for all that you do and we look forward to Giving Back the Vizion soon!!
All Peace, Love & Blessings;
your brother & servant in Christ-Jesus,
-will-
Will Stuart, pastor
"Sharing Hope, Seeking Healing, Building Community..."
Nu-Vizion United Church of CHRIST
Location: 2014 Cherry Street/Toledo, OH 43608
Mailing Address: PO Box 80145/Toledo, OH 43608
Office: (419)241.9358 Fax: (419)241.5740 NuVizionCF@sbcglobal.net
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
A Day with God and Self
A day-long retreat offering an opportunity for re-connecting to the Holy. Leadership will be Janet Burkhart a licensed minister, is a graduate of Shalem Institute of Spiritual Formation’s small group leaders program. She is a retired Christian Educator and a member of Trinity UCC in Wooster, OH. Rev. Suzanne Lehosky will also be part of the leadership. Suzanne is a UCC pastor who is serving Woods Field and Buchanan Presbyterian churches. This event is held at Pilgrim Hills’ Prettyman Center, 33833 Twp. Road 20 Brinkhaven, OH Registration begins at 9:30 am & Departure at 5:00 pm. The Next Days with God and Self are: Tues. Sept. 18, 2007; Sat. Nov. 10, 2007; Tues. March 11, 2008; Sat. May 3, 2008. $25 per retreat. If you plan to arrive the night before, add $34. for lodging. Register with the Ohio Conference, UCC, 6161 Busch Blvd., Suite 95, Columbus, OH 43229
For the UCC Back Bay Mission Trip
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. More information attached.
Fall Lantern Fellowship – September 21, 22, 23 – Pilgrim Hills
Leader – Jane Aerie, Jan serves as executive for mission education and interpretation for wider church ministries and global ministries of the UCC. Her responsibility is to tell the story of our denominations work in the world. Her vocational calling is to bring the needs of people and the mission of Christians together in partnership and service. Cost $110. Register with the Ohio Conference.
Ohio Conference Senior High Fall Youth Event November 16-18 at Pilgrim Hills.
Go to the web page for more information. http://www.ocucc.org/YouthEducation/FallYouthEvent.htm
Chicken BBQ – St. John’s UCC, Rt. 587 South of Fostoria, Saturday, Sept. 8th 4:30 – 6:30 pm
The Church Development Committee of the Southwest Ohio Northern Kentucky Association of the United Church of Christ presents: I Refuse to Lead a Dying Church! with Paul Nixon
A workshop for all church leaders who love their church! Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at the Kings Island Resort and Conference Center, 5691 Kings Island Drive, Mason, OH 45040. $75 for up to three people from the same church, $30 per person.
Schedule for the day:
2-5 Sessions I and II
5- 6:30 Dinner Break (meal provided in registration)
6:30-9 Sessions III and IV
For more information, please call 937-438-8050
For on-line registration and payment, please go to http://www.eventbrite.com/event/67745629 or you may pick up a registration form at NWOA.
Mission Interpreters Training Event to be Held in Cleveland October 19-21, 2007
Interested in telling the story of Global Ministries and helping congregations get connected to the work we are doing around the world, as Disciples and UCC? Consider coming to the next Ministries and Mission Interpreters (MMI) training in Cleveland October 19-21, 2007. Scholarships are available for those who want to serve in this capacity in their Conference or Region and have a need. For more information and to download the registration form, click here: MMI Training
If you would like to receive directly to your inbox these weekly Global Ministries updates, please send your name, e-mail address, physical address, phone number, and home church to: bshebeck@dom.disciples.org
INTERESTED IN PEACE, ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, AND OTHER ISSUES?
Find out how you can learn more and get involved by logging onto ucctakeaction@ucc.org .
This web site will keep you posted on the bills that are being debated in Washington. You will also be informed about many other issues of present day concerns, such as poverty, hunger, and energy. You will be able to contact your senators and representatives to voice your support or opposition to actions which will affect your life and the lives of others. Pray for Peace,
Submitted for the Witness and Proclamation Team by John Gilberg
Basic Parish Nurse Education Course
Sponsor: Congregational Nurse Project Dates: October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2007
Time: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Location: Lourdes College, Sylvania, Ohio
Fee: $400 Registration: Required
Contact: Cathy Hunter, Sylvania United Church of Christ, Sylvania, Ohio
Cathy@sylvaniaucc.org or 419 882 0048
For More information: visit our Web site www.cnpnwo.org
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Deadlines and Meeting Dates
Upcoming
August
25 All Team Meeting St. John’s UCC, Tiffin
September
3 Office Closed – Labor Day
4 Church & Ministry Meeting
6 Small Church Cluster - Bloomville UCC
7 Monthly Mailing Deadline
10 Sandusky Valley Clergy 11:30 am
12 Timely Topics 10:30 am at the Association Office
16 St. Paul’s, Bellevue 1:30 – 4:00 pm Workshop on Christian Education
Dr. Marian Plant, Defiance College
18 Stewardship & Caring Meeting 3:30 – 5 pm Tiffin
20 Faith Formation MT 10 – 2 pm
22 Cabinet Meeting 9:30 am
26 Lakeshore Clergy Mtg 9:30 am The Community at Parkvue, Sandusky
26 Miami Erie Women's Fellowship Fall Rally – St. Paul’s UCC, Rockford
All Team Event, August 25, 2007 at St. John’s UCC- Tiffin
CANCELLED September 8, 2007 “Church Finance, Giving and Growing Generosity” Workshop –
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”
2008 Ohio Ministries Convocation – January 28-29, 2008 University Plaza Hotel, Columbus, OH
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