September 5, 2007
Email Address for Rev. Daniel Busch, Association Minister dlbusch@nwoa.org
Rev. Daniel Busch will be preaching at Zion UCC-Fireside, this Sunday, September 9th with worship beginning at 10:00 am.
If you have clean up kits or personnel care kits please make sure they are taken to the following locations for pick up.
NWOA office at Tiffin
Memorial UCC, 1301 Starr Ave. (corner of Plymouth St.), Toledo, OH (419-691-5675). Secretary is there summer hours 8a-11a. Call before coming. There are stairs either up or down.
St. Paul UCC, 101 S. Perry St., Wapakoneta, OH, (419-738-2215) Secretary is there from 9a-5p, Mon-Th, and 9a-12p Fri.
Prayer Requests
Please keep all the flood victims in your prayers.
Rev. Gale Gebhart, Westminster is having ankle surgery on Friday, Sept 7. Please keep Gale in your prayers.
Maggie Maher, Park Congregational UCC, Toledo Youth Minister, had a manipulation procedure done on her shoulder August 28th. Continued prayer for Maggie as she found her way to enjoy VBS, four out of the five days.
Northwest Ohio Needs Your Congregation’s Help
Needed (in order of priority):
1. Prayer of concern and support for the survivors, first responders, government and other organizations, volunteers working endlessly for recovery.
2. Volunteers to clean out basements (call NWOA and we will link you with specifics of what, where, who to contact, what is needed, etc. as soon as we have it). Volunteers for the long term recovery effort (gutting/rebuilding) will also be need "down the road".
3. Money (marked "flood" or "disaster" recovery and sent to the NWOA office. We will forward it to the Ohio Conference UCC Disaster Response Fund to be used for long term recovery.
4. Cleaning Kits and Personal Care Kits:
To insure enough supply and replace those used. Check the Ohio Conference Disaster Relief website: <click here> ; or go to the Ohio Conference website: www.ocucc.org and then to the link for Disaster Relief. Download the basic <brochures> for instructions of what to include.
Timely Topics
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) Rev. Daniel Busch
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 http://www.nwoa.org/professionalEvent07.pdf
The Lakeshore Regional Fall Gathering – October 27, 2007 - St. Stephen UCC-Sandusky
See flyer and registration card attached.
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,
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 October 6th, November 3rd or December 1st we'd love to hear
from you. (You can also book any first Saturday of the month in 2008 since
they are ALL available.
)
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 nuvizionoffice@sbcglobal.net
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.
OHIO Conference – United Church of Christ
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
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
Bible Study on Colossians and Ephesians
Trinity UCC in Tiffin is offering a 3 session Bible study on Colossians and Ephesians on October 18, 25 and Nov. 1. In order to maximize attendance participants may attend one of two sessions offered. Each day will offer an afternoon session beginning at 4:00 pm and an evening session beginning at 7:00 pm.
Dr. Philip Harner, retired professor of Religion at Heidelberg College, will teach the class. The class will be using the study book, Paul For Everyone: The Prison Letters, by Tom Wright which may be purchased through Cokesbury bookstore or online at amazon.com. You may register by calling the church office at 419-447-3191 or emailing the church at trinityucc3@sbcglobal.net. All are invited to participate in this most interesting study.
Announcing Environmental Justice Internship Opening
Environmental Justice Program
Justice and Witness Ministries
Information attached!
PRESS RELEASE
June 24, 2007
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Deadlines and Meeting Dates
Upcoming
September
6 Small Church Cluster - Bloomville UCC
7 Monthly Mailing Deadline
10 Sandusky Valley Clergy 11:30 am
11 Church Development Team 10:00 am
12 Timely Topics 10:30 am at the Association Office
13 Auglaize Valley Clergy in Defiance College 11:30 am
13 Lakeshore Regional Coordinating Team – Congregational UCC - Castalia 5:30 pm
16 St. Paul’s, Bellevue 1:30 – 4:00 pm Workshop on Christian Education
Dr. Marian Plant, Defiance College
20 Faith Formation MT 10 – 2 pm
20 Sandusky Valley Regional Coordinating Team 5:00 pm Trinity UCC, McCutchenville
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
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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