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North Coast District News
JULY 5, 2019
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“Do all the good you can. By all the means you can. In all the ways you can.
In all the places you can. At all the times you can. To all the people you can.
As long as ever you can.”
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The District Office will be CLOSED for vacationing and merriment
from Thursday, July 4 through Friday, July 12.
We will re-open for usual hours on Monday, July 15 at 8:30 a.m.
Please note that Dr. Bailey is on vacation throughout July and will not be back to the office until August 1.
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CALENDAR AT A GLANCE
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6/26 - 7/8:
Dr. Bailey in Cambodia
7/4: Independence Day!
(District office closed)
7/7:
First Sunday for new clergy in the pulpit!
7/8 - 7/12:
District Office Closed
8/24:
Bridges Out of Poverty training
9/11-14:
Sexual Ethics training (more details TBA)
(September will bring charge conference forms training and review -- times/places TBA)
11/9:
Charge Conference (time & location TBA)
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HAPPY NEW [CHURCH] YEAR!
Welcome to the New Church Year! We'd like to extend a hearty
Welcome
in the North Coast to the new incoming pastors to the District -- those who have shifted within the North Coast and those who arrived from elsewhere!
- Rev. Curt Bissell at Garfield Memorial UMC
- Rev. Mar Bruner at Columbia UMC
- Rev. Gerald Cameron at Celebration UMC
- Pastor Sheena Cameron at Cleveland Mt. Pleasant UMC
- Rev. Mikayla Kovacik at Pleasant Hills UMC
- Rev. Lorrin Radzik at Rockport UMC (and her beautiful newborn, Sophia Grace!)
- Pastor Juan Ramirez to Lakewood UMC
- Rev. Heidi Welch at Brecksville UMC
- Rev. David Whitt at Twinsburg Faith UMC
- Rev. David Wilcox as interim pastor at Rockport UMC through 8/31
- Rev. Hoyte Wilhelm at North Olmsted UMC
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KEEP AN EYE OUT!
2019 Charge Conference info coming your way soon!
Seriously?!? Are we talking about this NOW? Well, yes, because in only two short months we will get rolling on the most exciting time of the year! So this is a friendly note to let you know that info will be on its way in July regarding clergy consultations, SPR consultations, and general directions/reminders for all paperwork. Stay tuned! (And in case you didn't already see -- in the calendar above you will note the date to hold for the annual Charge Conference meeting.)
District Directories in process!
Stephanie is working through all updates to churches and clergy, committees, and representatives... organizations, maps, and graphics. If you are serving a church, on a District committee, or are a retired or extension ministry clergy and have had a change of address, phone, email, name, or just want a new picture (if you are clergy), please contact Stephanie by July 15th. Please note that paper copies of the directory will not be distributed, only a PDF version to print at your leisure.
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*Please remember that the District Office is
always
closed on Fridays*
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Deadline extended for MTSO’s pledge to help UM candidates cover full seminary tuition
For a second academic year, Methodist Theological School in Ohio is helping candidates for United Methodist ministry cover their full seminary tuition. MTSO has just extended the deadline to July 15 for those who wish to apply and begin school in the coming Fall Semester.
“In the midst of challenging times for the church, our supporters continue to step up in faith to make it possible for us to ensure full tuition coverage for students pursuing United Methodist ministry,” said MTSO President Jay Rundell. “This has allowed us to extend our previous deadline for this pledge by two weeks.”
MTSO’s tuition pledge has two parts. First, the school’s financial aid experts will assist each applicant in locating and applying for scholarships from numerous sources. Second, if scholarships from those sources don’t cover an applicant’s full tuition, MTSO and its donors will make up the difference – dramatically reducing the financial burden of pursuing a graduate theological degree.
The pledge applies to every qualified prospective student who pursues United Methodist candidacy as an elder or deacon and applies to a master’s degree program by July 15 for the 2019-20 academic year.
Interested prospective students are invited to learn more by contacting an MTSO admissions counselor at 800-333-6876 or
[email protected]
.
Methodist Theological School in Ohio provides theological education and leadership in pursuit of a just, sustainable and generative world. In addition to the Master of Divinity degree, the school offers master’s degrees in counseling, theological studies and practical theology, along with a Doctor of Ministry degree.
CONTACT
Danny Russell, communications director
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FROM CONGREGATIONAL VITALITY AT EOC:
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POVERTY SIMULATION FOR YOUTH
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Join us for a poverty simulation coordinated by the East Ohio Conference and begin to experience what it's like for typical low-income families trying to survive from month to month. This free public event is a simulation, NOT a game.
Sunday, September 22, from 3-6 pm.
You can register by September 15
HERE
. There will be time for reflection and discussion after dinner.
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Upward Basketball Administrator
at Church of the Saviour UMC
We are seeking an Administrator for our Upward Basketball League who will support and ensure the effective operation of the program. You should be a self‐directed, experienced administrator skilled in organizing work and solving problems. The successful candidate must be committed to the Upward ministry, be adaptable, and detail‐oriented. For details and how to apply, click
HERE
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Part-time
Pianist/Organist
at East Shore UMC
East Shore United Methodist Church, located in Euclid City, OH, is looking for a part-time organist/ pianist/ accompanist.
Responsibilities include but not limited to weekly Sunday services throughout the year, weekly choir rehearsals (Thursdays), and special services as needed.
- Must be able to play “Three-Manual Schantz” organ and Baldwin grand piano.
- Excellent organ and piano, and sight-reading skills are required.
- Degree in Music preferred.
- Previous experience as a church organist and accompanist desired.
Interested persons should send their resume to:
East Shore UMC
23002 Lakeshore Boulevard
Euclid, OH 44123
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Contemporary Worship Leader
at Rocky River UMC
Rocky River UMC is seeking a passionate, Christ-centered individual to lead our contemporary worship service.
For over the past 18 years, we have built a strong contemporary worship service to help people meet Christ in the midst of their story. As the music leader of this service, you will be responsible to organize and to create a cohesive worship experience in coordination with our Pastors and the Director of Music.
This is a part-time (15 hours per week) position and previous experience is preferred. Please review the detailed job description
HERE
for more information.
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Childcare Ministry Worker
at Good Shepherd
Purpose:
To provide dependable, safe, secure, and nurturing care and biblical education to the children ages one through four years old while at our church on Sunday. The employee needs to be a responsible and dependable person who enjoys working with young children.
Work Schedule:
Every Sunday from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Additional opportunities to work may become available throughout the year. For example: church events, i.e. Christmas Eve Service, Special Services, or Bible Studies.
For more info, click
HERE
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Custodian
at Elyria Community
Community United Methodist Church, located at 680 N,. Abbe Rd. in Elyria, Ohio is seeking a custodian.
Resume is appreciated.
Pay is commensurate with experience.
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Know someone headed to Columbus this fall for college?
Whether they’re a first year, transfer, or coming back ready to graduate, we’d love to connect and welcome them.
Central City Church
is a new United Methodist in Columbus. We meet just south of OSU’s campus, and we’re easy to get to from other schools as well. We’d love to connect with your child or grandchild who’s headed to school. In fact, we have a gift that we’d love to get to them. It’s a coffee tumbler, filled with gift cards and information about UM Campus ministries in Columbus. If you know someone headed to Columbus, we’d love to connect. You can reach Renee at
[email protected]
or call/text Renee at (614) 323-8262 or Adam at
[email protected]
. They’d love to meet any students around this summer for orientations.
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Join Reverend Dogba Bass and Mrs. Marcia Gill-Bass of the Aldersgate United Methodist Church on this historical trip to Ghana, West Africa.
Note: When signing up, please note that they heard about the trip from Rev. Bass
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Interested in what is going on throughout the East Ohio Conference? Check out all the news, events, and more at:
eocumcnews.com
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Submit your request for publication of an event, job ad, or need to Stephanie at
[email protected]
by Wednesday at 12 noon to run in the Friday NCD News. Please be aware that the less words the better! Grab attention with basic W facts (who, what, when, where, why), and if possible, provide a link to more information online. Flyers are not always easily readable in this format.
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North Coast District of The United Methodist Church
4700 Rockside Rd., Suite 300
Independence OH 44131
http://www.eocumc.com/northcoast/
NCD Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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