Reminder, the district office has a new email, [email protected] and went into effect on January 1. The old Tuscarawas District email will be monitored for 30 days. Please make sure that you update your address books within your email system.
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Cara's Weekly Calendar
January 3: Sabbath
January 4: Cabinet Retreat
January 5: Cabinet Retreat
January 6: Cabinet Retreat
January 7: Cabinet Retreat
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Megan's Weekly Calendar
January 3: Work from Home
January 4: Office Day
January 5: Work from Home
January 6: Work from Home
January 7: Work from Home
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January 8: Bill Eckert
January 9: Larry Malterer
January 10: Brandon Keck
January 23: Don Ackerman
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EOC Office of Finance and Administration ~ 2021 Apportionments |
In keeping with the notice in the East Ohio Annual Conference Journal, the final payment of the 2021 apportionment year must be received at the EOC lockbox on or before January 5, 2022, to be credited as a 2021 payment. Checks received in the lockbox after January 5, 2022, regardless of the postmark date on the envelope, will be counted as having been received in 2022.
For more information about paying apportionments, see the EOC website HERE.
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Beginning on January 1, 2022, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be:
- 58.5 cents per mile driven for business use, up 2.5 cents from the rate for 2021
- 18 cents per mile driven for medical, or moving purposes for qualified active-duty members of the Armed Forces, up 2 cents from the rate for 2021
- 14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations; the rate is set by statute and remains unchanged from 2021
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Each January, new lay servants enter into ministry with the church through our committees and teams. Providing training for persons who generously serve in this way honors their gift of time, energy and resources.
In this link you will find some helpful guides for training.
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Journeys of Paul in Turkey & Greece
September 26 - Oct 5, 2022
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Bishop Tracy S. Malone and the Methodist Foundation of Ohio will lead an Educational Opportunities Journeys of Paul in Turkey & Greece tour September 26 – October 5, 2022. The trip is open to all East Ohio Conference laity and clergy.
“On this trip, we will retrace some of the missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul and see many significant sites of the New Testament. The Scriptures will take on new meaning as you visit the ancient communities where Paul established churches, including Colossae, Corinth, and Ephesus,” Malone shared.
During the 10-day journey, visit Istanbul, Philippi, Athens, Corinth, Cappadocia, Laodicea, Ephesus, and more. The trip starts at $3,698* departing on September 26, 2022 from Cleveland or Columbus, OH or from Pittsburgh, PA.
*Price reflects a 4% discount and does not include the $50 Turkish Visa.
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East Ohio Conference E-News |
Find the information about what is happening throughout the East Ohio Conference through the biweekly newsletter. From appointments to mission opportunities to events....
See the latest E-News from HERE.
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Spiritual Formation Trainings |
Trainings Available for Your Local Congregation
The purpose of the East Ohio Conference Spiritual Formation and Christian Education Committee is to support the discipleship ministries of East Ohio congregations in the areas of Christian Education and Spiritual formation for all age groups. We currently have the following topics available for training in your local congregation:
1. Safe Sanctuaries for the Local Church
2. Getting Messy Church Started in Your Setting
3. Offering Worship Engagement Manipulatives in Your Congregation
4. How Can Your Congregation Offer Sensory Sensitive Inclusiveness?
5. Creating a Race and Religion Forum in Your Congregation
6. Offering Outdoor Discipleship as a Way to Reach More People in Your Community
7. Hitting the Milestones with Children and Youth in Your Congregation
8. What Every Child and What Every Youth Should Experience
9. Training Effective Teachers
10. Developing a Discipleship Pathway for Your Congregation
A few other topics are in the works and will be available in the future:
1. Spiritual Formation and Christian Education in the Small Membership Church
2. Digital Discipleship
If you are interested in any of the above topics/training opportunities, please reach out to Rev. Gary Jones, Director of Spiritual Formation in the Connectional Ministries Office - [email protected] or 330-499-3972 ext. 120. |
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Wanake Camp & Retreat Center (in Beach City, Ohio) is seeking positive, flexible staff who love God, love people and love the out-of-doors to help share the Good News of Jesus in maintenance, housekeeping, lawn care, and food service (kitchen assistants and dish washers). These are year-round, part-time (20 hours or less/week) positions with flexible hours. Wages are based on skills and experience. Wanake serves retreat guests year-round and runs an overnight summer camp program.
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Now Hiring for Summer Positions at Wanake – Full-Time – Must be 18 years old or older – May through Early-August – applicants must be positive, flexible people who love God, love children/teens, and love the out-of-doors to help share the Good News of Jesus as counselors, lifeguards, support staff, and food service workers.
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Christ UMC in Louisville is actively seeking a new Director of Music Ministry. Responsibilities include leading two vocal choirs, and three hand bell choirs both for weekly rehearsals and one Sunday morning Worship Service. Please send resume and references to: Christ United Methodist Church, Attn: Bruce Lautzenheiser, 600 East Gorgas Street, Louisville, Ohio 44641
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Dueber UMC in Canton is seeking a Pianist to assist in leading Sunday morning worship. This position would involve playing for Sunday morning and other special worship services with an Organist. Duties also include playing for choir rehearsals on Wednesday evening and playing with the choir on Sunday mornings. It is not necessary, but would be preferred, if this position could also fill in on keyboard with the contemporary worship team when needed. Interested candidates may contact the church via e-mail or by calling (330) 456-8357.
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First (Massillon) UMC has openings for three part-time positions:
The Treasurer must be computer literate. Handles all financial duties, including yearly budget. Provides financial reports to Pastor and Finance Chairperson. Attends quarterly meetings. Works 3-4 hours per week.
The Financial Secretary records all contributions made by church members. Maintains yearly Pledge cards. Sends out year-end giving statements to church members. Works 2-3 hours per week.
The Pianist accompanies and rehearses with the Sanctuary Choir at weekly Thursday evening rehearsals. Accompanies the Sanctuary Choir at the 2nd service, three times each month. Does not play in June, July, or August (29 week schedule).
If interested in any of these job openings, please send your resume to: 301 Lincoln Way E, Massillon, OH 44646 or send via e-mail.
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Mt. Zion Community Church (a UMC Fellowship) in Canton is seeking a part-time Secretary/Treasurer. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Publisher and have bookkeeping skills. Please contact the church at (330) 484-1156, or via e-mail. Resumes can be mailed to Mt. Zion Community Church, 2637 Baum St. SE, Canton, OH 44707.
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North Industry UMC in Canton is seeking an part-time Administrative Assistant/Secretary. Must be proficient in Word and Publisher. Please contact the church via e-mail or by calling
330-484-3283.
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Simpson UMC in Canton is actively seeking an Organist. Please contact Simpson via email.
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Fairhope UMC has a free Black Toner Print Cartridge MP6054, for a Ricoh MP 4054 Copy Machine. Please email Fairhope for more information.
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Fairhope UMC is seeking extra round tables, about 5 ft. round, the size for a fellowship hall/banquet size, that no longer need, and in good condition. Contact Fairhope United Methodist Church at (330) 875-2028 or email us at [email protected]. |
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Tuscarawas Connexions. Please be aware that the less words the better and please note that flyers are not always easily readable in this format.
Please share this newsletter widely and encourage those that would like to receive it directly to share their contact email with the District Office.
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Tuscarawas Connexions
Official Publication of the Tuscarawas District East Ohio Conference —
The United Methodist Church
Tuscarawas District Office
8800 Cleveland Avenue NW, North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 499-3972 ext. 106
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