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"Blessings Always"
Rev. Daniel L. Busch
Association Minister Message
April 13, 2022
“Why do you look for the living among the dead?
He is not here, but has risen” Luke 24:5
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“Ancient words, ever true, changing me and changing you.
We have come with open hearts, O let the ancient words impart.”
(Written by Lynn DeShazo)
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May the stones of your tombs be rolled away.
May the message of Resurrection be your joy.
May the Living Christ bring you peace.
May you be filled with God’s Spirit of hope.
Christ Is Risen…
Christ Is Risen INDEED!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia.
Blessings Always!
Easter greetings to you
from your Northwest Ohio Association Staff:
Rev. Daniel Busch, Association Minister; Joan Davidson, Office Administrator;
Deb Long, Bookkeeper; Gib Adams, Custodian
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2022 NWOA
ANNUAL MEETING
April 30, 2022
9:30 am – Noon
Via Zoom
Theme:
“Peace in Exile”
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Scripture
Jeremiah 29:11-14a (CEB)
“I know the plans I have in mind for you, declares the Lord;
they are plans for peace, not disaster, to give you a future filled with hope.”
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Keynote Speaker
Rev. Dr. Cheryl Lindsay
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Minister for Worship and Theology
United Church of Christ
Pastor, First Congregational Church UCC of Wellington, OH
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INVITATION
“Change in the Making”
2022 Disaster Kit Collection
Church World Service Buckets & Hygiene Kits
In partnership with Church World Service,
NWOA will again be collecting Disaster Kits,
“Emergency Cleanup Buckets (large) and Hygiene Kits.”
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For those creating buckets, the CWS list has changed slightly.
One NEW item - pump spray air freshener.
Please adjust and follow this list provided.
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Extra supplies available in the Lima/Buckland area.
garbage bags, sponges &
12 x 12 x 12 boxes to hold hygiene kits or school bags.
Call Mary Ann Ewing for more details. 419-302-4554
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Deliver to the
NWOA Office
416 Wentz Street, Tiffin, Ohio
by May 16, 2022
NWOA CHALLENGE
For every bucket filled by your church,
NWOA Disaster Gift Account
will pay you to fill another bucket,
matching your cost up to $75 per bucket.
Requests extra funds by contacting
NWOA Office @ 419-447-8323.
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HEARTLAND CONFERENCE DISASTER CHALLENGE IN 2022 |
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WHAT IS IT? Hurricanes, floods and other disasters are happening more frequently. When our neighbors around the world experience these unforeseen circumstances, we can make the road to recovery easier with CWS (Church World Service) Cleanup Buckets. These buckets are full of essential home recovery supplies that are needed after a disaster strikes.
HOW CAN WE PARTICIPATE? Anyone is welcome to participate by gathering buckets and items from the links below. Whether you’re an individual or a team, we want to celebrate you as you collect and drop off your buckets! Send us photos for our social media at office@heartlanducc.org
More info:
· Drop off your buckets throughout the year at The Templed Hills camp, 5734 Durbin Rd, Bellville, OH 44813.
Willing To Respond info in the Vine periodically…leading up to the annual mtg? If so, can it or pulled off the April 4 Fast Five and inserted?
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Is Your Church “Willing to Respond” in a Disaster?
Does your congregation desire to be more prepared for disasters, both to protect yourselves and to extend love to your neighbors in time of crisis? Then Willing to Respond is for you!
Equip your congregation to love your neighbor in time of disaster This free, new and rapidly growing network is providing congregations with practical tools, training and relationships, including online resources and connection to your Conference Disaster Coordinator and to denominational, ecumenical and other disaster response resources. It’s simple to access and has an easy three-step process to register.
Willing to Respond is a United Church of Christ collaboration with Disciples of Christ Week of Compassion, and Houston Responds.
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Travel with Rev. Daniel Busch, Association Minister |
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Apr 17 - Preaching at St. Paul UCC, Wapakoneta
Apr 24 - Attending Farewell at Buckland UCC, Buckland
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Prayer Concerns/Request
Continuing prayer for : Pastor Dee Schroer, Pastor Bill Kerr, Pastor Tom Kagy, Rev. Marty Stiffler, Rev. Daniel Johnson, Rev. Adrian Sunday, Rev. Bob Jencks, Rev. Jim Garner, Pastor Pat Danner, Nelda Madama (Shelly)
Please keep in your prayers:
Barb Osborn, Supply pastor for Zion UCC-Bettsville & Union UCC-Bascom had surgery recently and is recovering.
Nora Brooks, former NWOA Support Staff - failing health.
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NWOA Periodic Support Consultation
Saturday, October 15
9:00 am to noon
Zoom Event
Option to attend in-person on April 7th
if internet is not available at your location.
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THANK YOU
FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS
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2022 OCWM Giving Goal - $260,000
2022 Giving through the month of March - $45,127
CHURCH TREASURER
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Northwest Ohio Association
Lay School of Religion
Present Class:
UCC History & Polity
Class is virtual
using Zoom
6:00 pm - 9:00pm
Upcoming
Fall 2022 - Caring Ministries (Pastoral Care)
Spring 2023 - Faith Formation
Fall 2023 - Liturgy & Worship
Spring 2024 - Preaching
Fall 2024 - Theology, Ethics & Morals
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Find offered classes by visiting the NWOA
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Millennials and the Church - Workshop |
SAVE THE DATE
May 16, 2022 9:15 am - 12:15 pm
Free and Open to All
Presenter: Rev. Steve Lawler
Founding Director of the Walker Leadership Institute
Eden Theological Seminary
Hosting: NWOA Lay School Board
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***From the NWOA Stewardship and Generosity
Ministry Team
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Your Stewardship and Generosity Team is gathering stories of the many ways that churches make real their practices of Stewardship and Generosity. Here is an article from
Emanuel United Church of Christ, Upper Sandusky, that moves from noticing a need, to meeting a need.
Send your story to
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If you want to jump start your thinking about Stewardship and Generosity, our 5 videos collection of topics covered with noted consultant Don Hill is available. As you click on the resource page, a short synopsis of each video is available. Can be used effectively in small group settings or you can take a segment for use in worship.
Permission is granted for the churches of Northwest Ohio Association to use the series as they wish with proper credit given."
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The Stewardship and Generosity Team continues to work hard at finding ways to give you and your church resources for enhancing the giving of your congregations. We encourage you to explore the following links:
To donate to Ukraine:
Resources from the Heartland Conference
Conference Stewardship Newsletter
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***From the NWOA Witness and Proclamation Ministry Team
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One of the stories from the gospel of Matthew of the early childhood of Jesus is the flight from Bethlehem to Egypt to escape the violent murder of young children at Herod’s order.
We, today, have families fleeing with their children to escape violence in their home countries. Many are seeking asylum as refugees in the United States. One faith community that helps thousands of legal refugees every year is the Humanitarian Respite Center in McAllen, Texas. It is run by our brothers and sisters in Catholic Charities. To support the families who go through the center they have an Amazon wish list where you may make purchases that are delivered directly to the Center. (a very efficient way of giving). Here is the link to Catholic Charities and the Amazon Link: https://www.catholiccharitiesrgv.org/Donations.aspx
The Witness and Proclamation Team of Northwest Ohio invites all congregations to share this information through their newsletter. Let’s make a difference. And, in this season of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany, let’s welcome some holy families who are seeking safety!
Stay informed through Facebook page
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***From the Pastoral Relations Working Group
of the NWOA Church and Ministry Team
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Covid Resources
The coronavirus pandemic has revealed and exacerbated places of pain and injustice throughout our institutions and communities, and clergy have borne the weight of this. The Pastoral Relations working group has listened to the pain that exists in our local clergy and have been trying to pay close attention to mental health and family concerns. Included here are links to resources for clergy and churches to be aware of. Read more
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Anti-Racism & White Privilege
Attached to the end of the newsletter is an additional list of available resources.
We hope that these resources meet the needs of pastors looking for resources to begin conversations regarding anti-racism within their congregations. If you have other ideas for how we may assist in bringing resources / training to you regarding this topic, please contact Nanette Warnecke-Flood at Nanettef@syctelco.com
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Church Van for Sale
St. John's UCC, Tiffin
Call the church for more information 419-447-4372
2009 Ford E-Series Wagon E-350 Super Duty XLT van
98,110 miles, 8 cyl 5.4 liter fuel injected
Automatic transmission, Power windows, mirrors and locks
Silver clearcoat color
Keyless entry system, Cruise & A/C, Good condition
$14,500 Pricing
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Free Christian Concert starring "The Scalley Brothers"
St. John's UCC, 1213 Washington Street, Genoa
Saturday, April 23rd - 7:00 pm (doors open 6:30 pm)
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Pork Tenderloin Dinner (Drive Thru Only)
Trinity UCC, McCutchenville
April 23, 2022 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ticket event only for $12 each
Call 419-981-5808 by April 20th to order tickets
Pork, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, sauerkraut, roll & butter
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Rigatoni Dinner - (drive thru only)
St. Paul's UCC, Bellevue
Mother's Day - Sunday May 8th, 11 am to 1 pm
Presale tickets $10 for all, order by calling 419-483-6490 M-Th, 10-2pm
Rigatoni, Salad, Roll, Cookie
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Healthy Practices for Ministry:
Pastor Burnout and Self Care
Wednesday, May 4, 10am-1pm via Zoom
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Festival of Homiletics
May 16-20, 2022
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Want to attend this year’s Festival of Homiletics (FoH) in Denver but are unable to make that trip? Join us as we livestream the sessions from Colorado and enjoy a time with friends and colleagues!
$200 will cover meals and lodging at Camp Christian May 16-20. There are also partial Camp attendance options. In addition to registering for the time at camp, all participants will be responsible for registering for virtual attendance with the FoH at www.festivalofhomiletics.com.
Online registration for attending in person at Camp Christian is available here
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Leading Faithfully
Being Present to the Dying and Those Who Love Them
May 18, 2022 In-Person - Registration begins at 8:30 am - Event from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: :Leading Age Ohio, 2233 North Bank Drive, Columbus, OH 43220
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Your generous gift makes our ministry possible |
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Stay Connected
Rev. Daniel Busch, Association Minister
cell: 419-934-5386 email: dlbusch@nwoa.org
Joan Davidson, Office Manager/Search Coordinator email: joan@nwoa.org
Deb Long, Bookkeeper
email deb@nwoa.org
OFFICE PHONE 419-447-8323
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