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Call for Workshop Proposals for SynodFest 2012 Due Dec 15, 2011
The Education Committee for SynodFest 2012 is issuing a Call for Workshop Proposals from lay and rostered leaders in the Southern Ohio Synod who have an expertise to share with other members of our synod.
Updated Model Constitution for Congregations Available on ELCA Website
Changes approved by the 2011 ELCA Churchwide Assembly have been updated in the Model Constitution for Congregations.
Deadline for Application for the Southern Ohio Synod Leadership Institute is Nov 18. Get Your Application in Today!
Download the Leadership brochure and application below today!
Your Help is Needed Reaching Your Congregation & Community About the Importance of the Flu Vaccine
Please share the educational material provided by the CDC with your congregation and consider reaching out to your community to encourage and educate those at greatest risk, including the homeless, shut-ins, uninsured/underinsured, immigrants and refugees.
Article by Pr. Michael Weaver Published in The Lutheran
The November 2011 e-bulletin edition of The Lutheran features an article by The Rev. Michael Weaver, pastor at All Saints Lutheran Church in Worthington. His article is titled, "All Pastors are Liars," based on a comment a congregation member made to him one Sunday.
First ELCA Member Installed as National Council of Churches President
Kathryn M. Lohre was installed as president of the National Council of Churches November 9, 2011 at a service held at the Lutheran Center here. A member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), Lohre is the first Lutheran and ELCA member to serve as president of the council and the youngest woman to serve in that role.
ELCA Board of Pensions Trustees Announce Annuity Adjustment for 2012
Trustees of the Board of Pensions of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) announced adjustments in 2012 ELCA Participating Annuity payments and the interest crediting rate for bridge accounts.
ELCA Bishop Visits White House to Discuss Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
The Rev. Mark S. Hanson, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), attended a November 8, 2011 meeting at the White House as part of a group of ecumenical faith leaders.
Winter Safety Awareness Week is November 13-19: Share these tips with your congregation and be prepared for winter 2011-2012!
The Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness (OCSWA) encourages everyone to take the time now to prepare themselves and their homes for the upcoming season.
LOMO Bulletin Insert for December Ready for Download: Note Date Change for Journey to Bethlehem
This month's bulletin insert highlights LOMO's December retreats and events, including Journey to Bethlehem, which will be held Saturday, December 3, 2011 only. Earlier bulletin inserts listed the event as December 3 and 4.
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First English Lutheran Church, Columbus
Rachel Spry Lammi and family as they mourn the death of her grandmother
Congratulations to Pastors Todd and Sara Cutter on the birth of their daughter
UPDATE: Rev. Dr. Paul Andrews recovering at home