Summer Sermon Series
You won't want to miss a
Sunday of Pastor Terry Heck's Summer Sermon Series,
Answers that Matter.
Each week we will explore a different question as we journey through the
Gospel.
West Ohio Conference
2009 Annual Conference
At Lakeside, Ohio
It's not too late to check in
and see what all of the excitement is about.
Follow this link to
see videos of special services, photos, and read all about the business
conducted at this annual event.
Pastor Peggy was Commissioned
as a Provisional Elder at the Celebration of Life and Ministry Service
on Wednesday afternoon. Click here
to see photos of that service and find out what that means.
Construction Update
We're Raising the Roof!
Take a look at the photo
album posted for this week to see the roof going up. Check the New Building Updates
for the link. Be sure to drive by this week as big changes
will be taking place daily. If you have any photos from the groundbreaking
or of the construction, please email or drop off at the church office.
We are compiling a photo archive of the work as it progresses.
The United Methodist Church Says
NO To Casino Gambling In Ohio!
Race track and bar owners are asking the Ohio Legislature to allow
slot machines at the seven race tracks and in bars. It is important
to let our elected leaders know that slot machines and casinos are
not the answer to our economic problems.
Together, we can
make a difference! Take
Action.
Be Warned of Shady Practices - Signatures are
being gathered for Penn National's proposal to bring four
casinos to Ohio. Some of those who are gathering signatures are
being dishonest in their practices. The West Ohio Conference
office has heard from several people that they have been asked
to sign a petition to keep gambling out of Ohio. This is
NOT true. They are actually gathering signatures to
place the issue on the ballot. Before you sign a petition,
always ask to see the petition. Be aware....some people will use
shady tactics to achieve their goal.
We are in the midst of hurricane and tornado season and UMCOR is busy
helping communities who have been affected. Through local United Methodist churches and
trained disaster response workers, UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on
Relief) provides immediate relief, assistance with cleanup and
rebuilding, pastoral counseling, and support for children and youth. In
the past UMCOR has responded to many natural disasters around the world
from tornados and hurricanes to forest fires.
Click here for
additional information. Remember 100% of your donation goes
to support relief efforts.
Start Reading the Bible More in 2009!
Is one of your New Year's
resolutions to pay more attention to your spiritual growth? A great way
to get started is to read the Bible regularly. If you are looking for a
place to start we invite you to check out our suggested weekly Bible
readings. Click here or follow the link
above for suggested weekly readings.
