September 2008

September 10-11
Midwest Interfaith Immigration Summit: Mobilizing for Humane Reform
The Ohio Council of Churches is joining an Interfaith Immigration Coalition to sponsor this event to work towards educating and mobilizing in support of fair and humane immigration reform.  Each day will feature speakers and workshops dealing with immigration issues such as: legislation, detention and justice, root causes and moving from education to advocacy.  Early bird registration: (until August 15) is $95.00 per person.  Full registration details. Scholarship assistance Scholarship information.  Lodging will be at Fort Rapids Resort, Columbus, OH.   Each registrant must make reservations at www.fortrapids.com or (877) 337-7527.

September 8-12
Pedaling Parsons 2008 Project and Rides
The Pedaling Parsons of East Ohio Conference will be supporting Sam’s House – A Nepalese orphanage during their rides this year.  Sam's House embraces the future by providing a home, family, education, and love to abandoned and orphaned children in Nepal.  As Nepal works to overcome its present challenges, Sam's House teaches respect, friendship and love of country.    Roadbike Ride will be September 8-12 (Registration Deadline: August 11) that will be a Southeast Ohio Road Tour: North Canton, Cadiz, Coshocton, Mt. Vernon, Wooster.  Ride bike-friendly roads and paved trails through some of the most beautiful areas in our state with lakes, hills, quaint little towns and Amish buggies.  This is a great way to see and appreciate the state and meet some folks in the towns and churches we will visit.  This ride is recommended for cyclists with road bikes and experience in riding on roads with some traffic.  Cost of the tour is $130 and includes support services, breakfast and lunches during the tour.  The East Ohio United Methodist Foundation has proudly sponsored the Pedaling Parsons for the past thirteen years.  Each year the foundation has provided grants for brochures and publicity of the tours.  These grants make it possible for 100% of every dollar donated to go directly to the project we are riding for.  These grants help us get the word out to more people so we can raise more money for mission.  Anyone interested in more information or riding with the Pedaling Parsons can email or call (330) 499-2330.   Donations for the project can be sent to Pedaling Parsons, 1720 Schneider St. NW. North Canton, Ohio 44720.

September 12-14
East Ohio UMW 2008 Schools of Christian Mission:
“Living the Sacred” is the 2008 theme for the UMW Schools of Christian Mission.  The spiritual growth study is “I Believe in Jesus” which every participant will experience.  The geographic study is “Israel and Palestine” and the social impact study is “Giving Our Hearts Away: Native American Survival.”  The Lakeside event is Friday – Sunday, September 12-14 and is a Weekend Event for Adults.  Lakeside registration deadline is August 15.  Some of the presenters for these events are Rev. Dr. Charles Yoost, Dr. George Johnson, and Dr. Gloria Brown.  For further information contact the registrar, Regina McAlister at mcalisterregina@yahoo.com or 330-637-9586. 

Sept 15 and Sept 18
Educational Opportunities Trips
You are invited to learn more about traveling with Bishop and Elaine Hopkins on a Wesley Heritage Tour to England departing July 14, 2009 and/or the Alpine Wonders (Oberammergau Passion Play, which occurs only every 10 years) departing July 13, 2010.  There are two introductory times to learn about these Educational Opportunities trips: Monday, September 15, for a 12:00 noon lunch at the Holiday Inn, Belden Village, Canton, OH or Thursday, September 18, for a 9:00 a.m. breakfast at Johnson UMC 3409 Johnson Road, Norton, OH.  Reservations are required.  Reservations for the September 15 luncheon are due by September 11 and for the September 18 breakfast by September 15 to Bill McFadden at mcfelyria@aol.com or 440-934-5676.

September 16
Coffee Klatch: Hispanic Ministry
Want to enhance Hispanic ministry in your church? Need practical ideas from someone successfully immersed in Hispanic ministry? If so, this conference sponsored event is meant for you. Join in a discussion related to Hispanic ministries in your church. Facilitated by Rev. Ken Gifford, Time: 9:00-11:00 am at Grace United Methodist Church, 1720 Schneider St NW North Canton, OH 44720. For further information, contact Shawndelle Griffin, (800) 831-3972, Ext. 132.

September 16
A New Paradigm
The Christian Educators Fellowship will host this event.  Topic is A New Paradigm for Christian Education in the East Ohio Conference. For more information contact eastohiocef@yahoo.com

September 19-20
MTSO Fall Open House:
The Methodist Theological School in Ohio will hold a Fall Open House on the campus in Delaware.  There will be campus tours, a faculty panel presentation, academic program presentations, a scholarship and financial aid seminar, as well as networking with current and future MTSO students.  Registration deadline for the open house is Sept. 12.  Visit www.mtso.edu for more details or email admit@mtso.edu for information.  MTSO offers degrees in Master of Divinity, Master of Theological Studies, Master of Arts in Counseling Ministries, Master of Arts in Christian Education, and Doctor of Ministry.

September 20
Festival of Caring
The East Ohio Festival of Caring will be held at the Richland County Fairgrounds in Mansfield.  Now is the time for your church to decide how you might wish to participate in this mission promotion opportunity.  The goal of the Festival of Caring is to support local and global missions through education and fund raising.  Your church may want to have a fund raiser at the festival or you may want to simply plan to attend.  Every local church should have a Festival of Caring book with the listed fundraising ideas.  Deadline for registering for a fundraising activity is August 22.  There are also many activities that you or your church can participate in on September 22.  For a booklet  contact (800) 831-3972, ext. 135 or lmartin@eocumc.com. 

September 20
After The Caring Concert
The Conference Council on Youth Ministries is adding a new feature to the Festival of Caring  on Saturday, September 20.  The “After the Caring Concert” featuring Christian rockers The Afters with Matt Maher will be in concert at the fairgrounds grandstand.  Tickets go on sale July 1 and will be $15 pre-sale and $20 at the gate.  There is a $2 parking fee per car.  For more information contact  (800) 831-3972. ext. 132 or email.

September 26 -27 (Part 1)
Re-vitalize Your Congregation for Mission and Ministry in your Local Community
The Town & Rural Resource Program (TARRP) in partnership with United Theological Seminary is offering clergy and laity from small and medium size churches in rural, urban or suburban settings, an opportunity to learn how to re-vitalize a congregation for mission and ministry in its local community. As part of UTS's WINGS program, the three session program features Dan Dick as keynote presenter, addressing the topic of congregational health and vitality. He is the author of the popular book "Vital Signs: A Pathway to Congregational Wholeness."

In addition, particpants will learn how to assess their leadership style, how to initiate congregational revitalization, barriers to health and vitality in a congregation, how to identify and address dysfunctionality in a congregation and other topics related to congregational health and vitality.

The program will be offered in three, day-and-a-half sessions, starting with the first one which is Sept. 26-27, 2008 in Zanesville. Both individuals and teams of individuals from churches are invited to attend; the total cost for all three sessions is $150 for individuals, $125 each for two people from the same church and $100 for teams of three or more.

For registration or more information, contact Rev. Jerry Lewis, PO Box 98, Mt. Cory, OH 45868; Rev. Tim Reeves, phone 937-465-3732 or Email to TARRP1@aol.com. Registration is limited to the first 20 individuals who apply.

September 27
East Ohio United Methodist Volunteers in Mission banquet:
The East Ohio UMVIM Mission Banquet is a time for the conference to recognize churches and teams for outstanding mission work.  The banquet will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Camp Wanake.  Bring a simple display of the mission work your church provides. The evening concludes with a keynote speaker.  Questions may be directed to thansan@yahoo.com or (440) 471-4160.  Registration and the $15 registration fee should be sent to East Ohio Conference of The United Methodist Church, Atnn: Jenni Dodge, 8800 Cleveland Avenue, N.W. North Canton, Ohio, 44720.  Registration deadline: September 12.

October 2008

October 2-3
Stewardship Academy
An intensive examination of local church stewardship theory and practice, involving three two-day events, extending over a full year of study and involvement begins October 2 & 3 at Montrose Zion UMC in Akron.  Sponsored by the East Ohio United Methodist Foundation and the East Ohio Stewardship Committee. Academy will be led by Rev. Dr. Wayne Barrett, president and executive director of the UM Foundation of the West Michigan Conference, and Rev. Denny Buwalda, a former district superintendent and currently the vice-president of Development of the UMC Foundation of the West Michigan Conference.  The Stewardship Academy will be held October 2&3, 2008, March 12&13, 2009, and October 1&2, 2009.  Registration fee of $150 include all three 2-day sessions and registrants are expected to attend all three sessions.  Deadline for registration is September 1.  For more information or registration contact the East Ohio UM Foundation, PO Box 2800, North Canton, OH 44720; (800)-831-3972, ext. 138 or brian@eoumf.org.

October 7
Filipino Coffee Klatch
Join in a discussion related to Filipino Ministries in your church facilitated by Rev. Armando Arellano.  The location will be Garfield Hts. UMC, 11611 Granger Rd., Garfield Hts., OH.  Time is 9-11 a.m.  Sponsored by Racial-Ethnic Ministries.  Contact (800) 831-3972 ext. 132 or sgriffin@eocumc.com

October 8-9
Get Jazzed About Your Life!  Sounding the Song of the Soul:
This spirituality event to nurture, refresh, and re-energize ministry professionals will take place October 8 at 7:30 p.m. and October 9 from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. featuring Harry Pickens, an inspirational professional speaker and renowned jazz pianist.  Harry Pickens is an enthusiastic and engaging speaker able to blend words, wisdom and music in a way that will speak to your heart.  This is a clergy wellness event of the Program in Pastoral Care and Counseling – A ministry of the East Ohio Conference.  For questions and additional information contact (866-) 56-3600 or email.

October 10-11
East Ohio United Methodist Women Annual Celebration
Gather Friday night to register at 6:15 p.m. at Thoburn UMC, St. Clairsville.  Saturday will feature a speaker and worship. Bring Bucks for Buckets to support the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR)     You may bring a financial contribution in cash or checks made payable to East Ohio United Methodist Women.  Full details and registration.

October 11
Vital Mergers Information Meeting
The East Ohio Area Center will be the location for this meeting from 10 a.m.-3 pm.  The meeting will cover basic information on mergers and vital mergers, procedures and process for Vital Mergers.  Pastors and church leaders and those who are interested in learning more about Vital Mergers should attend this event.  For more information contact (800) 831-3972 ext. 133 or dodgej@eocumc.com

October 12
Alpha At Your Church  
Alpha is a ten-week practical introduction to the Christian Faith.  Each week there is a simple meal, a video presentation, and small group discussion.  Churches of every size and setting are using Alpha to reach new people with the Gospel.  Come to Bannock UMC from 2-6:30 p.m. to learn more.  $10 per person or $15 per church.  Dinner is included.  Bannock UMC is located on SR 331 in Bannock, Ohio (near St. Clairsville). Please call (330) 499-2330 or e-mail dtailwind@aol.com to register by October 1st.  This event is sponsored by the East Ohio Conference UMC Evangelism Team.

October 12
Older Adult Ministry Day
This event sponsored by the Older Adult Ministry Task Force will feature the topic of Planning for Our Future.  Presenters and topics include: Brian Sheetz, East Ohio Foundation, Planned Giving; Gayle Reeves, attorney, Estate and Long-Term Care Planning and Eric Hempel, Funeral Planning.  A resource fair will be offered and lunch will be available.  Henrietta UMC, 52148 SR 113, Amherst, OH is the guest church location.  For more information contact (440) 965-7781 or (440) 233-6828.

October 12-14
Offering Christ in a Multi-Religious World
Methodist Theological School in Ohio will host "Offering Christ in a Multi-Religious World". This year’s Institute will focus on presenting Jesus in multi-religious societies of the 21st century with authenticity, sensitivity, and humility. The keynote speaker, Dr. Ajith Fernando, is a Methodist theologian and the author of 13 books published in 13 languages. He has been national director of Youth for Christ in war-torn Sri Lanka since 1976, living his entire life among people of other faiths. Rev. Jeff Marian, lead pastor at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Burnsville, Minn., will also present seminars. For more information, please visit www.mtso.edu or contact  jpark@mtso.edu or (740) 362-3367.

October 14
Special Needs Ministries
The Christian Educators Fellowship will host this Special Needs Ministries: Working with Disabilities in Your Ministry event.  Presenters will be Jean Lewers-Brail, Trudy Jones and Bev Pancoast.  For more information contact eastohiocef@yahoo.com

November 2009

November 7-8
Accountable Discipleship Through Unity and Diversity
This event is sponsored by Racial-Ethnic Ministries and will take place at the First UMC, Cuyahoga Falls, OH.  This is a gathering of church leaders to explore and celebrate common missions making disciples of Jesus Christ through multicultural, inclusive ministries.  Full details.

November 20
Wonderful One Day
The Christian Educators Fellowship is sponsoring this event to be held at North Canton Faith UMC. Theme will be Celebrating Sabbath, with presenter Rev. Amy Shaw. For more information contact eastohiocef@yahoo.com

January 2009

January 17
Training for Treasurers and Finance Committee Members
Mark your calendar!  Finance Training for treasurers and Finance Committee members will be held on the morning of Saturday, January 17, at the Area Center.  More information to come later in the fall.  Questions, call Jessica at (800) 831-3972, ext. 123.

September 2008

September 21-24
Empowering Ministries of Health – Connecting Around the World
is the theme of the 4th Annual National Congregational Health Ministries Conference to be held at Lake Junaluska, North Carolina.   More information can be found at www.gbophb.org (click events & education).

September 22-24
Renewal of Old Downtown First Church Seminar:
 Renewal of Old Downtown First Church seminar will be held at Broadway United Methodist Church in Council Bluffs, Iowa sponsored by the Bishop Rueben Job Center for Leadership Development.  Rev. Marvin Arnpriester and the staff and leadership of Broadway UMC will share their learnings, successes, failures, principles, and models that are still helping the church they serve to have effective and exciting ministry.  Additional presenter will be Rev. John Flowers,part of a clergy couple that co-pastor at Travis Park UMC in San Antonio, TX.   For more information and registration visit www.bishopruebenjobcenter.org

September 30-October 2
Leadership Defined
Leadership Defined is the topic of the 10th Annual Leadership Institute sponsored by The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas September 30 – October 2.  Speakers will include Rev. Adam Hamilton, Jim Wallis, and Paul Baloche.  More information and registration can be found at www.cor.org/li2008

October 2008

Various Dates in October and November
National Youth Worker Convention
Quality training is so important to all who work in youth ministry.  There are many opportunities to get training in various aspects of youth ministry through your annual conference, The General Board of Discipleship’s Source Events, and other organizations.  Youth Specialties has offered United Methodist youth workers a special rate for their National Youth Worker Convention through the General Board of Discipleship.  The discounted price of $275.00 is $100.00 off the regular individual rate!  In order to get this special price, all you have to do is enter the special denomination code below into the “Special Code” box when you register. The code is NDUMCY1.  The General Board of Discipleship will be hosting special United Methodist events at each convention.  These events will be taking place in the following cities: Sacramento, October 10-13; Pittsburgh, October 31-November 3; Nashville, November 21-24.  Visit http://www.nywc.com for more information and registration.

October 9-12
Discipleship University:
Discipleship University is one of the key strategies of GBOD for addressing revitalization of congregations.  DU is designed to assist congregational leaders to focus and align their efforts for making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.  Central to Discipleship University is Burning Bush.  We will be launching the Burning Bush experience with an inaugural class starting October 9-12,  in Nashville, TN.  Through this two-year process (five weekend experiences), congregational teams will design and begin implementing a discipleship plan for their congregation.  As part of the experience, congregations will also have a GBOD staff member assigned to them as a guide to work with them in between the scheduled meetings. The October 9-12 event is designed for mid-size congregations with a weekly average attendance in worship of 100-250.  The registration fee is $225.00 per team member (3-5 persons on a team) per weekend.  $125.00 scholarships to each team member are available.  For more information, please go to   www.gbod.org/du. or call (877) 899-2780, ext. 1760, or e-mail mmcdonald@gbod.org.

October 16-18
Finding The Church's Voice on Immigration
Bishop Minerva Carcaño of the Desert Southwest Conference of The United Methodist Church will be a featured speaker at “Welcoming the Sojourner — Finding the Church’s Voice on Immigration" at the Lisle Hilton in Naperville, Ill.  Carcaño is chair of the United Methodist Council of Bishops committee on immigration.  "Welcoming the Sojourner" is co-sponsored by the North Central Jurisdiction of The United Methodist Church and the denomination’s General Board of Church & Society (GBCS).  Other featured speakers include Bishop Hee-Soo Jung of the Northern Illinois Conference; the Rev. Mark Sills, executive director of FaithAction International House, Greensboro, N.C., an interfaith, interracial, non-profit organization working to form a united community of many cultures; and José Oliva, an organizer for Interfaith Worker Justice in Chicago.  Workshops at "Welcoming the Sojourner" will include: The Bible and Immigration, Organizing United Methodists for Comprehensive Immigration Reform, The Local Church as a Place of Outreach and Ministry, Immigration and Racism, The New Sanctuary Movement, and INS Raids and Your Community.  Registration fee is $95.  To register online, go to www.umc-gbcs.org/ncjimmigration.  For more information, cchilders@umc-gbcs.org or (202) 488-5642.

October 24-25
Change the World
The United Methodist Committee on Relief will co-sponsor the Change The World Conference at Ginghamsburg UMC in Tipp City, Ohio (north of Dayton).  Featured speakers include the Rev. Adam Hamilton, pastor of Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas; author and church consultant, Brian McLaren; Sojourners magazine editor and author, Rev. Jim Wallis; and Rev. Mike Slaughter, pastor of Ginghamsburg UMC.  Nearly 30 breakout sessions and workshops will be offered, including two led by UMCOR staff.  A high school track and a Ministry by Strengths intensive are also available during the conference. For information and registration.

October 24-27
Blessed to Be a Blessing - A National Conference for Christian Educators and Preachers:
The Christian Educators Fellowship and Preaching from the Center joint conference, "Blessed to Be a Blessing," will bring together two great events – the CEF national conference and Preaching from the Center (sponsored by the General Board of Discipleship) in Albuquerque, NM - Hyatt Regency Hotel and Albuquerque Convention Center. Clergy and laity, professional staff and volunteers, preachers and those involved in any form of Christian education are invited.  For details visit http://www.cef2008.org.

October 28-29
Coaches Training and Certification
The Bishop Rueben Job Center for Leadership Development will offer Coaching Foundations 1 at the East Ohio Conference Office in North Canton, OH.  Training will include: key coaching skills, coaching instruments and ways to introduce and practice coaching.  Presenters are Suzanne Goebel and George G. Howard.  For more information contact (800) 831-3972 ext. 133.

November 2008 

November 15
The Source for Adult Workers with Young People:
A national training event from the General Board of Discipleships Division on Ministry with Young People will be held at the Methodist Theological School in Ohio.  This event is hosted by East and West Ohio Conference Youth Ministry programs.  For more information contact (800) 831-3972, ext. 116.

January 2009

January 15-18, 2009
Worship, Preaching, and Music From The Center:
This event for pastors, musicians, and worship leaders sponsored by The General Board of Discipleship’s Discipleship University will be held at the GBOD in Nashville, Tennessee.  Complete event and registration information is available at http://www.gbod.org/worship/wmpc/ .  You may register and pay online or download the form and mail it in with your payment.  For information or questions contact ( 877) 899-2780, ext. 7070, or email jmusterman@gbod.org.

AUGUST 2008

August 31- September 3
Revival Services
Thompson United Methodist Church 6578 Madison Road, Thompson, Ohio is sponsoring this service with Jeremiah Bolich, full-time evangelist with Crossstyle Ministries.  For more information contact  (440) 298-3033,  tumc29@alltel.net or  Thompson UMC.

September 2008

September 6 (rain date Sept. 20)
Motorcycle Ride and Concert
The Beach City, Dundee and Justus United Methodist Churches are sponsoring a motorcycle ride and free concert. Registration 10:30 a.m., first bikes out at 11:00 a.m.  Starting at Dundee UMC with finish point at Dundee UMC at 3:30 p.m.  The ride will be approximately 90 miles  Pleasant Valley and Gnadenhutten U.M.C. are the two designated stops. There will be  live music, guest speakers and an afternoon luncheon following the ride. Asking for school supplies as donations to fill the shelves at the Fairless Food Cupboard in Brewster. For early registration, call Justus UMC, (330)767 3636. 

September 7
Sixth Annual Mission Auction
Mission Auctions at York Church in the past have helped save lives by providing much needed transportation to missionary Beth Ferrell.  They’ve also helped to provide life saving drinking water by funding a well in Africa.  There will be hundreds of items available for silent auction, plus a live auction and puppet show.  Some of those items include: flowers, painting services, jewelry, baskets of goodies and a shop vacuum.  12:30 p.m. starting time – silent auction begins at 8:30 a.m.  Proceeds go to Nothing But Nets, a global, grassroots campaign to save lives by preventing malaria, a leading killer of children in Africa.  Every $10 buys a net and can save a life. For more information contact yorkchurch@zoominternet.net

September 7
Nim’s Island
Nim's Island, a film for all ages, will be shown at 7:00 p.m. in the River of Life Community Center directly behind Christ United Methodist Church located at 648 Oak St., Newcomerstown.  Movie Nights at Christ UMC are free and refreshments are available.  Donations are always appreciated to help offset cost.   If you have any questions please contact the church at (740) 498-8134.

September 8
First Place 4 Health
Do you want to improve your relationships with others?  Do you desire to be physically fit?  Are you tired of being tired?  Would you like to know God in a more intimate way?  The answer is coming. First Place 4 Health, a Christ-centered total-wellness program will be offered beginning on Monday evenings, September 8 at East Shore Church, 23002 Lakeshore Blvd., Euclid.  To find out how to achieve emotional, physical, mental and spiritual wellness, contact  (216) 287-4518.  You will need to attend the orientation meeting Wednesday, 20 August 2008, at 6:30 p.m. in the Spirituality Room across from Fellowship Hall. 

September 13
Four Miler 4 Kids
Northampton UMC is sponsoring this benefit for Royal Family Kids Camp. Details and registration.

September 13-14
Centenary UMC Celebrates 90 Years:
The Centenary UMC in Youngstown invites the public to share in a two day historic celebration of religious growth . A banquet will be held on September 13 at 6:00 p.m. at The Georgetown, 5945 South Ave., Youngstown with guest speaker Mr. J. Derek Penn speaking on his journey from Youngstown to Wall Street.  Tickets are $40 adults, $30 children (5-10), or buy an eight table seating for $300.  For tickets and reservations call (330) 744-5509 or (330) 759-7278.  On September 14 a worship celebration will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the Centenary UMC 1413 Belmont Ave., Youngstown with guest pastor, Rev. Dr. Myron F. McCoy, president of the Saint Paul School of Theology in Kansas City, Missouri.  Dr. McCoy is the first African-American president of a United Methodist seminary.  For more information or email chharvey@ameritech.net.

September 14
Homecoming
McDonaldsville UMC,7641 Wales NW, North Canton will be celebrating Past, Present & Future!  Small Groups- 9 a.m. for all ages.  Worship-10 a.m. with Jim Stafford, pastor of Christ UMC, East Springfield.  Carry-in luncheon and ice cream social, 11:30 a.m.  Some of the church's former pastors will be in attendance. For more information contact (330) 499-6971  or e-mail: mcdchurch@sbcglobal.net


September 14
Andrew Berg Concert
McDonaldsville UMC,  7641 Wales NW, North Canton will host Andrew Berg.  The church is located between Portage and Strausser Streets.  Berg is a graduate of Malone College and has performed at the Alive Festival and has led worship at the CYF Camp. Doors open at 5 p.m., opening acts start at 6.  Bring lawn chairs or blankets. In case of rain the concert will be moved inside.  Free!  Contact: (330) 499-6971 or e-mail: mcdchurch@sbcglobal.net mcdchurch@sbcglobal.net

September 18
CUMC Coffeehouse
To kick-off the grand opening of the new ministry, CUMC Coffeehouse, at 7:00 p.m., husband and wife comedic team, Kerri Pomarolli and Ron McGehee will perform live in the River of Life Community Center.  Tickets will go on sale August 10th.  Pre-sale tickets will be 5 tickets for $20.  Tickets at the door will be $5.  Reserved seating will be $10.  Plan to come early for the Comedy Outreach and visit the Coffeeshop where proceeds from the donations will benefit our Care and Share program to help less fortunate then ourselves with food and utilities. The Coffeehouse Grand Opening Weekend will also include a 5th Quarter on Friday, September 19 immediately following the Newcomerstown/Malvern game. On Saturday, September 20 at 9:00 a.m. we will be having SLIME TIMEfor kids with something for the adults in the coffeehouse while they wait. 
For more information contact Christ UMC at christnct@sbcglobal.net

September 23
Financial Peace University
Imagine yourself debt free. Financial Peace Universityis a 13-week, video-based small group study that teaches families how to beat debt, build wealth and give like never before. Fall classes begin Tuesday, September 23rd from 7:00-9:00pm at Brecksville United Methodist Church, 65 Public Square. You are invited to attend a free preview session on Tuesday, September 2 or Tuesday, September 9 at 7:00pm. For more information please contact (440) 627-6224. To register online, visit www.daveramsey.com/fpu.

September 28
Fall Fashion & Accessories Extravaganza
The Senior Ministry at Manchester UMC will present this event at 3 p.m.
The event will feature fall fashions, hors d/oeuvres, jewelry and accessories. There will be an opportunity to purchase items seen in the show. Suggested donation: $2.00.  The MUMC Senior Ministry will receive a percentage of all jewelry sales.  The church is located at 5625 Manchester Rd., Akron, OH 44319 (corner of Manchester Rd. and Center Rd., next door to New Franklin Fire Dept. & Town Hall) or call (330) 882-4818 for more information. Free parking and handicap accessible.

October 2008

October 11-12
Red Bird Mission Craft Show
 Granger UMC, Medina County is hosting Red Bird Mission Crafts on Saturday from 10AM to 4PM and Sunday from 12 to 2PM.  The Red Bird Mission, located in Southeastern Kentucky is an agency of The Red Bird Missionary Conference related to the General Board of Global Ministries of the UMC.  Red Bird Mission has a school, medical center, community outreach, community housing improvement and economic opportunities. Items will include baskets, woven rugs, handmade dolls,  corn-shuck items, candles, jewelry, jams and jellies and wooden crafts.  For more information Email