09/07/2011

UPDATED E-bulletin for the Week of September 14, 2011

Please make note of two additions to this ebulletin, one in the prayers section regarding Pr. Joe Bradley and the other in the calendar section regarding a visit by Bishop Mark Hanson to Epiphany Lutheran in Pickerington on September 18.

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Synod News

Celebration! Worship! Called to Common Mission!
Come for worship, celebration and discussion on the future of the Church with our Episcopal colleagues as we gather as full communion partners in our common mission to share the Gospel in Southern Ohio and the world.

Reminder! Upcoming ELCA Session II Youth Ministry Training Events
All youth ministry teams are invited to attend this FREE training opportunity and stay for additional planning details regarding the 2012 National Youth Gathering.

Opportunity for State of Ohio Employees to Give to Lutheran Agencies through Combined Charitable Campaign
The State of Ohio offers its employees the opportunity to contribute funds through its annual Combined Charitable Campaign. Employees may contribute funds to a variety of organizations, including five Lutheran agencies serving our area.

September Issue of Reflections on Congregational Life Ready for Download and Distribution
The September 2011 issue of Reflections on Congregational Life discusses how we spend out time and is titled Four Ways to Spend Time©.

Haven't Applied for the SOS Leadership Institute Yet? Deadline Approaching. Apply Now!
The Southern Ohio Synod Leadership Institute is now taking applications for its 2012-2013 Session. Please download the application and brochure to review with your congregational council. The Leadership Institute is an excellent opportunity to build and strengthen rostered and lay leadership in your congregation.

ELCA News

Mission Investment Fund Assists ELCA Congregations with Flood Recovery
The Mission Investment Fund of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) contributed a $25,000 grant to the ELCA Western North Dakota Synod to support congregations rebuilding after floods damaged church buildings and homes in the Minot area.

ELCA Members Commemorate Sept. 11 with Ecumenical, Interfaith Partners
As members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) commemorated the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, many gathered for prayer and remembrance with ecumenical and interfaith partners.

Affiliate/Agency News

Lutheran Social Services Annual Meeting-Come Be Part of the Celebration Sept 25
As part of our shared ministry of service, we invite you to be part of the completely redesigned 2011 Lutheran Social Services Annual Meeting, "A Celebration of Service." This year's event is all about fellowship and thanksgiving as we celebrate the successes of the past year made possible by our partnership.

Prayers

Friends and family of Pr. Joe Bradley regarding his sudden death

Pr. Miriam Schreck as she waits for a liver transplant

Pr. Carl Rayburn and family regarding the death of his mother

Update 9/12/11: Mr. Raleigh Guapfel, Father of Pr. June Fryman

Upcoming Events

September 15, 2011, 8:15-10:00AM
Northwest Clergy Cluster Gathering-Hosts Prs. John Morris, Craig Swanson & Gail Swanson, Intern Amber Kendel
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

September 17-18, 2011
Leadership Institute: Communications
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 5901 Pfeiffer Rd, Cincinnati OH

September 18, 2011
50th Anniversary Worship Celebration at Epiphany, Pickerington--Bishop Mark Hanson preaching
Services at 9 and 11 am, 268 Hill Rd. N., Pickerington 43147

September 18, 2011, 1:30PM
Northwest Conference Get-Together
St. John, 120 W. Water St, Sidney

September 20, 2011, 6:00PM
ELCA Session II Youth Ministry Training Event
Trinity, Marysville

September 24, 2011
Southern Ohio Synodical Women of the ELCA Convention
Epiphany Lutheran Church, Centerville

September 24, 2011
Mission Interpreter Training
Synod Office, 300 South 2nd St, Columbus 43215

September 28, 2011, 10:00AM
Celebration and Commemoration of 10th Anniversary of Called to Common Mission
Trinity Lutheran Seminary, 2199 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43209

September 29, 2011
Candidacy Committee Interview Day