{e} Connections | September 20, 2022 | |
Bishop Nominating Committee members announced | |
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Earlier today, the Standing Committee issued a letter that includes the roster of the Nominating Committee for the Tenth Bishop of Southern Ohio:
For nearly a month, the Standing Committee has been engaged in the prayerful work of selecting the members of the Bishop Nominating Committee. From 26 applicants, all of whom offered considerable gifts and skills, we have selected a committee of 15 members, and have also appointed a chaplain. The group represents the rich diversity of our diocese, and we are grateful to each person who has agreed to serve. You can find the Nominating Committee's roster on the new bishop search website, along with news updates, the timeline for the search and other information about the process of seeking our next bishop.
We are also glad to announce that the Rev. Gia Hayes-Martin, rector of St. John’s, Worthington, has accepted our invitation to chair the Nominating Committee.
Read the entire letter on the new bishop search website at southernohiobishop.org.
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148th Annual Convention to be held November 19; Registration now open! | |
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The 148th Convention of the Diocese of Southern Ohio will take place on Saturday, November 19. Registration is now open until November 4. The convention will be a hybrid event – voting clergy and delegates can attend either in person at Christ Church Cathedral, or virtually via Zoom.
You may register for either the in-person or remote session using the online form. The form allows for individual registration or for congregation delegations. A box lunch will be available for in-person attendees who request one on registration. Cost is $10. Attendees may also choose to bring their own lunch.
You can find all the latest details about the convention on our convention website, DSOConvention.org. Watch upcoming issues of this newsletter for details and deadlines.
Important dates and deadlines
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October 5: (45 days prior): Deadline for proposed resolutions; nominations requested
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November 1: (18 days prior): Deadline for nominations
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November 2: Pre-convention meeting and Nominee Forum, 6:30 p.m.
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November 4: Registration closes
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November 12: (7 days prior): Deadline for 2022 Commission Reports
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Links
- Register here.
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See a list of open leadership positions here.
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Fill out a nomination form here.
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Submit a resolution here.
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Nominations for diocesan leadership now open
There are several elected leadership positions for which the Nominating Committee seeks nominees for election. Please consider submitting your name for one of the positions to be elected, or, if you know of a member of the diocese, either lay or ordained, who would be well suited for one of the positions, please encourage them to apply.
A list and description of all available positions is available on the convention website. Nominations are requested by October 5, but the absolute deadline is November 1. The nomination form can be found here. Questions can be directed to Jon B. Boss, chair of the Nominating Committee, at jbboss@fuse.net or (513) 761-2630.
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"Centered" discipleship circles begin next week | |
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Beginning September 27, people in the diocese are invited to participate in Centered, a new discipleship series that guides small communities to gather weekly over nine weeks to share a meal and prayer; view two short films; discuss questions about God, belonging, and living a meaningful life; and support each other in committing to follow Jesus and his Way of Love intentionally.
For the last fourteen months, Miriam McKenney of Calvary, Cincinnati and Forward Movement has worked on Centered with the Episcopal Church’s Office of Evangelism and a diverse team of lay and ordained leaders across the Episcopal Church.
Centered will take place in 90-minute sessions on Zoom on Tuesday evenings (7 to 8:30 p.m.) or Friday mornings (10 to 11:30 a.m.) beginning Sept. 27. Limit 12 people per session. Sign up online.
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"Nourish" Campus Ministry Fall Retreat | The Campus Ministry Collaborative will hold its annual fall retreat October 7-10 at Hocking Hills' Lazy Bear Cabin in Logan. Young adults and students who would like to feed their soul through connecting, restoring and relaxing should register by Sept. 30. For more information or to register, contact the Rev. Deborah Woolsey, Campus Ministry Collaborative convener, at revdebwoolsey@gmail.com. | |
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Forms, policies, and other information for congregational management can be found on the resources hub on the diocesan website. | |
Webinars on human resources, church safety | |
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Human resources webinars
The Diocesan Finance Department, along with our partners at Strategic HR Business Advisors, will offer three webinars in the coming months covering Human Resources issues. Each webinar will be held from 12 to 1 p.m.
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Wednesday, September 21 at 12 p.m.: Basic Employment Law (specific to churches). Register online.
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Tuesday, October 4 at 12 p.m.: Managing Performance: Coaching, Corrective Action and Terminations.
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Wednesday, November 9 at 12 p.m.: Retention through Engagement and Recognition.
The webinars will be recorded and available for later viewing.
Learn more.
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Congregational safety webinars
Gregory Howard, a Protective Security Advisor with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) serving Southern Ohio, will present two webinars on church safety on September 28 and October 19. The webinars will be free of charge and are recommended for vestries and others in church leadership.
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Wednesday, September 28, 6 to 7:30 p.m.: CISA Physical Security Services and Best Practices for Church Security. Register online.
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Wednesday, October 19, 6 to 7 p.m.: Active Shooter Preparedness and Response Webinar.
These webinars will be recorded for later viewing.
Learn more.
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Diocesan Ministries & Initiatives | |
Becoming Beloved Community | |
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The Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio has committed to the call of Becoming Beloved Community, with deepening focus on the work of racial healing, reconciliation, and justice-making. Learn more and subscribe to the Diocese of Southern Ohio Becoming Beloved Community newsletter.
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Deep Green Church: Foundations for Ecological Discipleship | |
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On October 8 and 9, All Saints, New Albany will host a weekend event presented by Dr. Collin Cornell and the Rev. Jerry Cappel of the Center For Deep Green Faith. The weekend will include presentations, workshops and worship to deepen understanding of the theology that underpins our work of creation care.
Each person planning to attend must register. The suggested in-person donation is $10 per person. Childcare will be provided. Please register by October 1.
Learn more and register.
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Weekly advocacy updates are compiled by Ariel Miller, a long-time community advocate and member of Ascension & Holy Trinity, Wyoming.
In this week's update:
Two chances this week to advocate for immigrants, one national, one local
- Sept. 21, Love God, Love Neighbor: EPPN’s virtual advocacy training, 12 to 5 p.m.
- Sept. 22, Vote via Zoom for Immigrant Community Liaison proposal to Cincinnati City Council, 6 to 8 p.m. Read more.
Two chances NEXT week to delve into environmental policy
- Sept. 28: Faith community input on Cincinnati’s next Green Plan, 12 to 1:30 p.m.
- Sept. 29: Ohio Public Interest Environmental Law Conference. Read more.
Two threats to US Democracy
In a front-page story, “Democracy Challenged,” in the Sunday Sept. 18 New York Times, reporter David Leonhardt gives a data-rich analysis of reasons American representative democracy is in danger. Read more.
Read the full advocacy update.
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For more information about seasonal opportunities as well as ongoing opportunities such as Education for Ministry, Safe Church Training, and Anti-Racism Training, visit the Formation page on the diocesan website and subscribe to the Diocese of Southern Ohio Formation newsletter.
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"Slay: Being a Modern-Day Saint" Middle School Retreat | |
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Procter Center and the Formation Team invite all 6 to 8th graders to join for an amazing weekend retreat Oct. 28-30 at Procter.
Join old friends and new to play games, eat food, and explore what it would look like if middle school students were the saints of their communities! Registration is coming soon, but be sure to save the date and save your spot by texting "SLAY" to 812.430.4464!
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Interfaith Youth Gatherings with Cincinnati Kids4Peace | |
Do you want to spend. time with friends? Make. new friends? Eat snacks, learn, and grow together? Then come join us as we build community around love and understanding. You can identify with any faith, religion, spirituality, or none at all. All teens are welcome.
"Kids4Peace is a way to first make friends and then become more aware and educated on different types of people," Shanaz, a Kids4Peace participant, says.
The gatherings will take place at the ish Garage in Northside (4113 Langland St., Cincinnati, OH 43223) on the following Sundays from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.:
- October 2 and 16
- November 6 and 20
- December 4 and 18
Contact Adam Hayden for more details via email or at 812.430.4464.
Register online.
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Weekly youth ministry meet-ups with Adam
Ready for some new ideas for your youth ministry? Excited to share what is working and brain-storm where it can go from here? Interested to hear what others are doing?
Join Adam Hayden, director of youth and campus ministry, on Tuesdays anytime between 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Teams. Stop in at any time for any length of time to share what’s on your heart or listen in to what others are up to. Join the conversation here.
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If your congregation would like to have news or an event notice published in the newsletter, email Julie Murray. | |
Transformations CDC Tutors Needed | |
Jammin' at the James presents Saffire Express | |
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Saturday, September 24
6 to 10 p.m.
Jammin' at the James is a free summer concert series held on the lawn at St. James, Westwood. For the final concert this summer, join us for an Oktoberfest feast and great dance music with Saffire Express. Food and fun starts at 6 p.m., music starts at 7.
St. James is located at 3207 Montana Ave. in Cincinnati.
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Praying and Learning Together: An Interfaith Perspective on Immigration | |
The Southern Ohio Synod, ELCA, and the Catholic Diocese of Columbus will offer Praying and Learning Together: An Interfaith Perspective on Immigration, on Tuesday, Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Gloria Dei Worship Center at Trinity Lutheran Seminary.
All are welcome to join for an evening of music, hearing testimonies of individuals from Afghanistan, Cuba, and the Congo who have lived the immigration experience, and interfaith speakers sharing their communities’ stands on immigration. Light refreshments will be provided.
Learn more here.
| "Are We There yet?" film screening Oct. 6 | |
When the Christians are storming the Capitol, sexually abusing parishioners, and protecting power over people, something’s gotta change. St. Stephen's, Columbus, and Trinity, Columbus, will sponsor a screening of the documentary short film, "Are We There Yet?", at the Gateway Film Center, 1550 N. High Street, on Thursday, October 6 at 7 p.m. The film examines the roots of Christian nationalism and asks honest questions about if change is possible. A Q&A with the filmmakers will follow. All are welcome!
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Updates from Christ Church Cathedral | |
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Music Live at Lunch
Music Live at Lunch is a free, weekly concert series featuring a variety of music. Bring your own lunch or buy one at the cathedral. Concerts are held on Tuesdays, September through May, at 12:10 p.m. Convenient parking is located in the Queen City Square Garage across the street from the cathedral’s Fourth Street entrance.
Upcoming performers:
Sept 27: Wild Carrot
Oct 4: Dan Culnan (piano) & Rebecca Culnan (violin)
Oct 11: The Bacchanal Steel Band
Oct 18: James Meade (guitar)
Oct 25: Vernon McIntyre’s Appalachian Grass
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Our Desire for Life
Sunday, September 25
3 p.m.
Members of Collegium Cincinnati and the Cathedral Choir under the direction of Stephan Casurella perform a program of music written by composers facing persecution: Thomas Tallis’s Lamentations of Jeremiah, William Byrd’s Mass for Four Voices, and Viktor Ullmann’s String Quartet No. 3 in A. Tickets available here.
Image: Jeremiah Lamenting the Destruction of Jerusalem - Rembrandt
Choral Evensong
Sunday, October 2
5 p.m.
Pre-service organ recital begins at 4:30 p.m. with organist Jason Gunnell. Evensong begins at 5 p.m. Canticles The Truro Canticles – Dobrinka Tabakova Anthem Oculus non vidit – Rihards Dubra
Hymns and Improvisation
Sunday, October 9
3 p.m.
Organist William Porter leads a hymn festival, in which the voices of the Cathedral’s Richard Fowkes organ join with the voices of the audience to sing favorite hymns with improvisations interspersed throughout. No admission charge. Suggested donation: $15.
Northern Kentucky University Philharmonic Orchestra
Monday, October 12
7 p.m.
The NKU Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Amy Gillingham Culligan is joined by organists Stephan Casurella and Daniel Grotz in a program featuring Rheinberger’s Organ Concerto No. 1, Holst’s The Planets, and Saint-Saëns’ “Organ Symphony.” No admission charge.
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Christ Church Cathedral 2022-23 Music Brochure now available
We are pleased to announce the publication of the new Christ Church Cathedral music brochure with its wealth of music offerings for the coming program year.
If you would like a printed copy of this brochure mailed to your home, please email hello@cccath.org with your mailing address and a note requesting a music brochure. Or download an electronic version.
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Fall Harvest Boxes from Procter Farm | |
Each fall, the farm at Procter Center is overflowing with delicious, fresh vegetables, and also has fresh-to-frozen pork and chicken that is pasture and humanely raised for the most nutrient-dense and tastiest cuts. Order a Fall Harvest Box for one week or save by purchasing boxes for multiple weeks.
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See all job opportunities on the diocesan website.
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Nursery Attendant (part-time), St. Andrew's, Pickerington
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Director of Music, Trinity Lutheran Church, Cincinnati
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Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries, Trinity Lutheran Church, Cincinnati
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Communications and Office Assistant (part-time), St. Patrick's, Lebanon
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Financial Administrator, Trinity Church on Capitol Square, Columbus
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Rector, Christ Church, Springfield
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Music Director, St. Andrew's, Ft. Thomas, KY
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Director, Transfiguration Spirituality Center
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Chaplain and Spiritual Services Lead (part-time), Episcopal Retirement Services
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Parish Administrator (part-time) St. Andrew's Pickerington
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Youth Minister, St. Barnabas, Montgomery
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Communications Associate (part-time), Trinity, Hamilton
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Nursery Supervisor, La Iglesia Episcopal del Espíritu Santo
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Administrative Assistant, Holy Trinity, Oxford
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Priest-in-Charge (part-time), St. Philip, Columbus
Email Julie Murray to add a job listing.
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