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Capitol Area South District
Weekly Updates November 15, 2017
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A Bias Opinion
A Call to Release People for Incarnational Ministry
I think the church is stuck.
We are stuck in a model of church that is based on attracting people to programs. To complicate matters even more, we often hire staff to plan and implement ministry programs but fail to equip the whole people of God for the work of ministry.
Before you click away from this page because I've touched a nerve, please allow me to explain. Keep reading...
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2018 Quick Reference Guide and Conference Health Insurance Meetings
The Conference Board of Pension and Health Benefits has set details for the 2018 Active and Retiree Health Insurance Plans. There are changes from the 2017 plan that you will want and need to know about.
The agenda for each meeting is the same so attend the one in the West Ohio Conference that best fits your schedule.Please continue reading...
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Winter Camp 2017
Thursday - Saturday, Dec 28 - 30
Drop-0ff 5pm, Pick-Up 7pm
Cost $89 students$45 adults with group
Ages: 7-17
Enjoy God's creation in winter, with winter games, ice blocking and plenty of hot chocolate.
Warm worship studying (theme it be decided)
Register by December 21, online or download forms at westohiocamps.org
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Mental Health Training Available to Church Leaders.....
Columbus Area Integrated Health Services offers mental health training for church leadership and members, community resource materials, and links to services available in the community. CAIHS's faith based outreach services bridge the gap between community services and faith-based organizations.
More information or for training and crisis prevention call 614-251-6954 or click
here
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Local Church Events
- Asbury South UMC Golden Jubilee
On November 19, Asbury South United Methodist Church will celebrate its past and begin the adventure into its future with a Golden Jubilee. Asbury has been serving God read more
Holiday Bazaar and Cookie Walk, December 2, 9am to 3pm. Fellowship Hall filled with crafters, Toy Box, Lunch Room and, of course, thousands of handmade cookies. Location:1480 Zettler Road, Columbus
December 2, 2017 -
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM -
Faith and Fellowship Book Festival
Several nationally known best-selling authors will join local authors to present a message of faith and hope to Central Ohio. Find ou
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The next meeting of the Retired Ministers will be Thursday, December 14 at 11:30 am at MCL Cafeteria, 3154 Kingsdale Center, Upper Arlington 43221.
After lunch we will share personal memories (three minutes each) of a meaningful Christmas season experience. Give some thought to a special recollection (humorous or serious) from sometime in your ministry. All who wish to share will have the opportunity. This should be a fascinating, memorable, and fun time together!
All Retired Clergy and Spouses are invited to attend. For more information, contact Bill Tolliver at 614-620-6556
- Reynoldsburg UMC - Fresh Grounded Faith
WOMEN'S EVENT
Friday, March 9, 2018 7:00-9:30 pm & Saturday, March 10, 2018 9:00 am-12:30 pm
Jennifer Rothschild, best-selling author and nationally-recognized Bible study teacher
Lisa Whelchel actress, call or please RSVP for Kick-Off Rally:
Jeanne Bruce, Local Conference Director
jeanne@rumc.org or
614-866-5864, Ext. 115
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Please share these updates with others in your congregation!
If you have anything you would like to have shared or posted in our Newsletter, feel free to email your request to me by Wednesday at Noon.
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