Come Transform Lives with Us through

The United Methodist Church. #Be UMC.

Rev. Laura White shares why she is United Methodist:

“It’s in The United Methodist Church that I have found connection which has enabled me to continue to grow in my discipleship journey and it’s in The United Methodist Church where I know I get to participate in ministry around the globe. Even though I can’t be physically present, I know that I am there spiritually, emotionally, and through my tithes and my offerings,” said the superintendent of the Southern Hills District and the co-superintendent of the Ohio Valley District.

White is the first of many East Ohio Conference clergy and laity who will share how their lives continue to be transformed through The United Methodist Church. Their stories are part of the denomination-wide #BeUMC campaign that calls us to embrace our Wesleyan heritage and honors these core values that connect each of us in The United Methodist Church:

• Disciple making
• Belonging & inclusion
• Influence, connection & impact
• Experiencing God through The United Methodist Church

The United Methodist Church is founded on a Wesleyan theology of grace, anchored in Scripture, and based in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and the continuing movement of the Holy Spirit. Our mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Every day offers a chance to live into this mission and to strive to #BeUMC — to be the church our communities so desperately need.

Learn more about the EOC #BeUMC campaign.

Confirmation Retreats at East Ohio Camps 2023

Confirmation Weekend at Camp Asbury

February 3 - 5, 2023

COST: $140/youth; $133/adults. 

Registration Deadline: January 25, 2023

Confirmation Weekend at Camp Wanake

February 24 - 26, 2023

COST*: $140/youth; $133/adults. 

Registration Deadline: February 15, 2023

We’ll explore our United Methodist understanding of the sacraments, ways we talk about and experience God, ways we can connect with God in prayer, our United Methodist heritage and organization. One adult chaperone is required for every 6 youth. 

Online Registration: https://eastohiocamps.campbrainregistration.com/ 

For more info contact the East Ohio Conference Camping Office at 1-330-499-3972 extension 108, Camp Asbury at 330-569-3171, or Camp Wanake at 330-756-2333. 

24-Hour Youth Leader Retreat | January 20-21, 2023

Embassy Suites Akron Canton Airport



Come enjoy the fellowship and support of others who work with young people while having the opportunity to experience different ways to engage in scripture that you can take back to your churches. We will set aside intentional time for silence, sleep, and connecting with one another.

Details and Registration

East Ohio E-News

Looking for all the news that is happening around the Conference? Subscribe to their biweekly newsletter delivered to your inbox! The newest edition can be found by clicking this LINK for the November 28 edition.

Stephanie is in the Rockside Road office each Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. –

and will continue to remote Tuesdays through Thursdays.

CALENDAR AT A GLANCE:

Stephanie is primarily remoting for office hours (M-Th 8:30 - 4:30) unless otherwise indicated below. If you need to stop by the office, please make an appointment. Emails are always welcome, and voicemails returned as quickly as possible.

December

12/1: 2023 Church Budgets due to District Office

12/7-9: Rev. Hitchcock at Cabinet

12/26-27: District Office Closed

January

1/2-1/6: District Office Closed



FROM THE NEHEMIAH MISSION (click on each page to read):

Greetings North Coast District!

Flat Rock Homes is very busy collecting Christmas gifts from those churches who have adopted a home. The residents and Flat Rock staff are busy decorating their homes and purchasing gifts for their special friends and family. Yesterday we enjoyed visiting with Santa via Zoom. It is the season of celebrating the birth of Jesus and that isn’t lost in the midst of all the excitement at Flat Rock Homes. The Christmas story was read and Christmas Carols sung during our Zoom celebration. Please click on the image of our newsletter to open up the full document and read more specifics about all of the wonderful things happening at Flat Rock especially during the Christmas season!

In regard to Church & Community Engagement, December will be a time of reflection on what worked and what didn’t while Pastors are in their pulpits during Advent. Rose and I were blessed to be invited to share Flat Rock Homes with a cumulative total of 73 churches in 2022. We are now ready and willing to fill our 2023 calendars. We ask that pastors please contact us if you need pulpit supply as you plan for vacations, continuing education, or mission Sunday. It would be our honor to share Flat Rock Homes and have the opportunity to meet more of our East Ohio Conference church families. You will find our contact information in the attached Faith Connections Newsletter.

God bless your Christmas and Happy New Year to All!

Gratefully,    

Sherri

Sherri Buehl, Deaconess

Church & Community Engagement Coordinator

Flat Rock Homes

(567) 228-9105

PLANNING FOR 2023

 www.campwanake.org

Avon UMC: PT Contemporary Worship Leader

Avon UMC is looking for a part-time person to guide our Contemporary service in worship. If you are interested in the position, please email [email protected] to receive a full job description. More information can also be found on the Avon UMC website HERE.

Westlake UMC: PT Director of Urban Ministries

Westlake United Methodist Church is seeking to hire a Director of Urban Ministries who will be responsible for leading the ministries of the Church in its mission field in the greater Gordon Square area of Cleveland. This is a 20-28 hours a week position. Hours are flexible, with some weekends, holidays, and evenings required. The Director of Urban Ministries will be a committed follower of Jesus Christ who has a passion for reaching new, younger, and more diverse people and for building relationships in the LGBT community. Interested candidates please submit resume by December 1, 2022 to [email protected]

Elyria First UMC: PT Music Program Coordinator/Choir Director

Elyria First United Methodist Church is currently seeking a Music Program Coordinator/Choir Director. The role of this individual is to bring our Musical Program aligned post COVID shutdown. It includes planning programs for the weekly Sunday  service. This will include directing adult choir, leading Bell Choir, coordinating Monthly Brass Choir, and securing soloists to compliment presentations.

Candidates need to be innovative to plan church presentations. They will coordinate rehearsals as needed. The position will collaborate with paid organists to compliment presentations.

Submit resume and or contact for more information:

First United Methodist Church, 312 Third St., Elyria OH 44035

Email: Julie Joy in church office at [email protected]

Phone (440) 322-6622

Lakewood UMC: Office Administrator

Lakewood United Methodist Church (LUMC) is looking for an Office Administrator. This position provides effective leadership and oversight of the operational activities that includes office tasks, financial management, and human resource administration. Works closely and in cooperation with the Pastoral Staff and key church committees and teams. For a complete job description and how to apply, please see THIS document.

Cleveland Mount Pleasant UMC: Musician

A pianist is needed at Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church. They must be familiar with The United Methodist Hymnal and The Songs of Zion Songbook. The musician will direct and maintain the Adult and Children's Choirs. They should be prepared to play Sundays, special holidays, and funerals. If interested, send resume and request an application:

Mt. Pleasant UM Church, 3232 East 128th Street at Abell, Cleveland, Ohio 44120,

ATTN: Sandra Green.

Cleveland Mount Pleasant: PT Administrative Assistant/Secretary

We have an opening for a part-time Administrative Assistant/Secretary. They will be responsible for preparation and printing of the church bulletin, newsletter printout, and stuffing envelopes.They should have a knowledge of bulletin fonts and make social media posts. If interested, please send resume and request an application to:

Mt. Pleasant UM Church, 3232 East 128th Street at Abell Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44120

ATTN: Sandra Green

Rocky River UMC: Children's Choir Director

Rocky River United Methodist Church is seeking a highly qualified, energetic Children’s Choir Director. RRUMC has a long-standing tradition of high-quality music, with a chancel choir two handbell choirs, a praise team and a children’s choir. The position is part time, approximately 4-10 hours per month plus 20 hours for the week of Vacation Bible School (June 19-23, 2023).

For a full job description and how to apply, please see THIS document, or go to the RRUMC website.