News
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
We look forward to seeing you later this week in Dayton for the 54th Session of the West Ohio Annual Conference.
Information about the destination, meeting schedule and other conference details can be found on the 2023 Annual Conference page of the West Ohio Conference website.
Join us for Worship and Special Sessions of AC 2023
Plan to tune in to the 2023 Annual Conference livestream from the Dayton Convention Center. All worship services, the learning ses... continue reading
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Bishop Julius C. Trimble and Bishop Daniel G. Beaudoin will be participating in the upcoming 54th Session of the West Ohio Annual Conference.
Bishop Daniel G. Beaudoin, Episcopal leader from the Northwestern Ohio Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA), will participate in the Celebration of Ministry Service on Saturday, June 3 with Bishop Gregory V. Palmer.
Bishop Julius C. Trimble, Episcopal leader of the Indiana Annual Conference, will b... continue reading
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
In the latest episode of the West Ohio's podcast Times Like These, Rev. Wade Giffin and his son Alex discuss the ups and downs of ministry.
The two share a conversation about growing up a "PK", how pastoral ministry has evolved and how each of their journeys informs the way they live out their ministry today.
Times Like These is a West Ohio Conference podcast featuring people of faith sharing stories of transformation while responding to God's call in ministr... continue reading
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Join All In Community Ministry for a Fellowship Fiesta at Grace United Methodist Church on Friday, June 2 at 6:30 pm for a Fellowship Fiesta at Grace UMC.
We will be serving up a taco bar, drinks, and dessert prepared by Dayton Cooks, a ministry partner of Grace UMC. It will be a time to relax with friends and get acquainted with new co-laborers.
You will be introduced to some of our Four Friends Speakers and get updates on the growth and impact of All In Com... continue reading
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Another opportunity to join a GHX Cohort begins this summer on July 14, 2023! GHX is a new approach to revitalization, bridging your established church to those in your community. In the GHX Cohorts clergy and laity teams are trained to dream new ideas for new ministries to connect with people outside the walls of the church. GHX Cohorts last three months. There is an in-person opening meeting, three coaching sessions via zoom, an in-person closing meeting, fol... continue reading
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
The United Methodist Foundation of West Ohio has been awarded $6500 from the Clergy Financial Well-Being Initiative to provide support to West Ohio clergy to participate in two upcoming events. The funds will provide up to eight Clergy Financial Well Being Fellowships.
These fellowships include:
A $500 stipend to Fellows who complete the Saving Grace Clergy Cohort, online, July 10-Sept 10, 2023.
Free registration and one night of housing for the two-day Ge... continue reading
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Fear+Less Congregations Initiative (FCI) is a life-changing experience. Learning through an experiential process how our fears impact every conversation, changes how we see and hear other people.
The mission of the Initiative is to move congregations to see the people in the communities they serve, remove barriers of fear to learn from each other and create enriched relationships.
Your congregation is invited to bring a team of clergy and laity to participate... continue reading
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
All are invited to attend Mission u this year which will be held in-person June 16-18, 2023 at the Bergamo Life-Long Learning Center in Beavercreek, OH.
A virtual Mission u will also be held during the month of July. Adults and youth (6th-12th grades) will participate in dynamic discussions, meditative worship, engagement with the natural world and reflection on the lovely grounds of the Bergamo Center on the theme: "Living the Good News...Reflecting God's Lo... continue reading
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Preschool Training Day is an opportunity for West Ohio preschool teachers, administrators, and teachers’ aides to get necessary continuing education in a content area that is not readily available.
Nikki Buskirk, a trainer for Godly Play, will lead us through a morning of experiencing and learning how we can apply Godly Play in the classroom. Following lunch, there will be extended training in Faith 5, prayer time, and chapel time. Learn best practices for co... continue reading
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Registration is now open for the Sit, Soak, Shine Lay Staff (paid and unpaid) retreats!
Six retreats are planned throughout the conference for laity to be with others in your district who are co -laborers in your area.
If you are unable to attend the event scheduled in your district, please feel free to attend a Sit, Soak, Shine in another district.
Bring your whole self and encounter God in a renewing way. Suzanne Bandy is the keynote speaker and will lea... continue reading