THE CURRENT
May 19, 2023
Three Rivers District
The United Methodist Church
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Three Rivers Office Hours
During May the Three Rivers District office will have limited office hours as both Rev. Brown and Joy will be working remotely or attending conferences. Summer hours begin Memorial Day weekend. When working remotely, calls to the office will be forwarded and emails are checked regularly.
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Mon, May 22 - Thur, May 25. Office Closed. remote work & conferences
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Fri, May 26. Office Closed. Summer hours begin
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Mon, May 29, Office Closed. Memorial Day
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Tues, May 30 - Thur, June 1. Office Hours are 9a - 4p
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Fri, June 2. Office Closed. Summer hours
Summer Hours: Mon - Thur, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Closed Fridays until after Labor Day
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Redistricting Proposal Webinar
May 22 at 6:30 PM
East Ohio Conference laity and clergy are invited to participate in an informational webinar about the redistricting proposal that will be presented to Annual Conference 2023. The webinar will take place from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. on Monday, May 22.
Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions during the webinar and are encouraged to submit those questions in advance by e-mailing Rev. Ed Peterson, executive assistant to the bishop. The webinar will be recorded and available for later viewing on the East Ohio Conference website.
To participate on May 22, you can find the zoom link on the EOC website. You will find the link at the bottom left hand corner.
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Celebrate Aldersgate Day with Conesville UMC
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 7:00pm
Join Conesville UMC and Susanna Wesley (portrayed by Alice Hoover) to celebrate the night in 1738 when John Wesley had a spiritual awakening about the nature of God's grace and the potential of having an individual relationship with God through repentance, regular prayer, reading the Bible, and following the example of Jesus. Refreshments to follow.
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Lighthouse Churches & Oasis Groups
Bishop Tracy S. Malone, the Cabinet, and the Connectional Ministries team are shepherding an exciting ministry initiative in the East Ohio Conference – identifying Lighthouse churches and Oasis groups – so that clergy and laity can live into our shared vision and mission in a new way as we continue our journey of discipleship.
Lighthouse churches are established congregations that are dedicated to the mission and the connection of The United Methodist Church. The clergy and laity of Lighthouse churches have accepted the call placed upon them to welcome with enthusiasm and grace United Methodists who may be feeling dismayed and disoriented as they search for a new church home.
Oasis groups are intentional spaces where those on a pilgrimage searching for a new church home can connect, heal, and grow spiritually. The concept of pilgrimage deeply aligns to us as United Methodists as we move towards God in our process of transformation.
Lighthouse churches hosting information meetings in Three Rivers are:
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May 31- 7pm- Isleta UMC (58608 CR 9, Newcomerstown)
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June 1- 7pm- Loudonville UMC (124 N Market St, Loudonville)
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June 3- 10am- Gay St. UMC (18 North Gay St, Mount Vernon)
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East Ohio Annual Conference Updates
Young Adult Housing at Annual Conference
Housing is available for young adults (ages 18-35) who will be attending Annual Conference June 8-10. This will be shared housing with a variety of bed sizes and room options at an Air BnB in Cuyahoga Falls. The cost is $100 per person for housing Thursday evening through Saturday morning. E-mail Chasity Opphile to learn more.
Childcare During Annual Conference
Annual Conference attendees in need of childcare are asked to contact the Kozmic Korner Pre-School and Childcare Center in downtown Akron or the Wanake Camp and Retreat Center in Beach City. Those needing assistance with this childcare cost can apply for $100/child scholarships offered through the Connectional Ministries office by calling Melanie Thomas at (800) 831-3972 ext. 102 or sending her an e-mail by June 1.
Kozmic Korner provides childcare for children six weeks to 10 years of age. Parents wishing to enroll their child(ren) in Kozmic Korner those days must visit the Child Care Center’s website to complete paperwork before June 1 so that the Kozmic Korner team will know how many children to expect those days.
Wanake Camp Offers Housing and Day Camp Options during AC
Wanake is pleased to open its retreat centers and cabins for clergy, laity, and their families to stay during Annual Conference. The Camp has a shuttle to transport to and from the John S. Knight Center Annual Conference members who stay at Wanake. Children of those members ages 5-17 years of age can participate in day camp programming at Camp Wanake while their parents are at conference. Learn more and reserve your place at Camp Wanake during AC 2023.
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Camps Need Volunteer Teams, Too!
Conference camps are getting ready for the summer!
Camps across the jurisdiction are gearing up for summer adventures. You will find these sites on the US Project List. You can make a difference in the lives of campers this summer! Chances are good that you might even meet the NOMADS while you are there! Here's the story of one group preparing Lake Lucerne for the season.
Many camps are hiring for the summer! Contact your favorite camp and/or conference camping ministry to lean more about job openings and opportunities
to volunteer for a day or week this summer!
And don't forget to register for camp! There are many opportunities for everyone!
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NCJ Mission Academy
August 9-12, 2023
Epworth Forest Camp and Conference Center
8531 E Epworth Forest Rd
North Webster, IN 46555
Check out all the sessions here
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YAC Recharge Rally
Saturday, June 17 at Camp Wanake
This year’s Youth Annual Conference for students in grades 6-12 is a rally day of fellowship, fun, and worship at Camp Wanake on Saturday, June 17. The theme of YAC 2023 is Recharge, and the focus scripture is Matthew 11:28: “Come to me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”
Participating youth and their adult leaders will connect with peers from across the East Ohio Conference during this day of fun and activities that begins at 10:00 a.m. and will conclude at 10:00 p.m. following a time of worship, communion, and a candle-lighting service. The cost is $20/person, which includes a t-shirt, lunch and dinner.
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Three Rivers District
As Christ is alive in us, Three Rivers District is bearing fruit that last. We are called, committed and connected to living out God's love by working out our faith, laboring in love and remaining steadfastness with hope as we continue the mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
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