All across Ohio, churches are mobilizing around the “2023 Initiative” to see 2,023 Ohio baptisms by the year 2023! Fred Shoemaker, pastor of the Wilmington, Hillsboro and Middletown church district, shares how they have experienced renewed passion for evangelism. 
Tyler Roberts, a young man in his twenties, was searching for truth. He learned of the Adventist message on Facebook after interacting with an Adventist named Chris Hamilton. Roberts soon visited the Wilmington church and members quickly adopted him. They made sure he had a ride to church events and Sabbath worships. Roberts also connected with Shoemaker’s Zoom Bible study and soon decided to dedicate his life to Jesus through baptism.

The crowning event of 2021 outreach at the Wilmington church happened at their fall “Welcome Home Sabbath.” Leading up to this weekend, members focused on reaching inactive and former members as well as recent visitors. Members sent out more than 50 cards to this specific group. That Sabbath, attendance more than doubled to 77, with non-members numbering over 30. The highlights of the day were a baptism, profession of faith and a baby dedication.

The 2023 Initiative is about more than just a numeric ministry goal. For Ohio, it is these stories of churches across the territory rallying together in community to share the gospel.
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Pictured above left to right: Tyler Roberts, Pastor Fred Shoemaker and Jessica Halye celebrating Robert’s baptism and Jessica’s profession of faith at the Wilmington church.
Anyone can participate in a 31-day overview of the Scriptures at any time this year by downloading the Ohio and Allegheny West’s 31-day reading plan in the “Bible.is” app.

Click the link above using a mobile device to download and link to the reading plan. As well, you can view the daily reading schedule here to print and follow along in your Bible.
The Ohio Conference's Main Phone Number has changed from 740-397-4665 to 937-741-0236. Visit our website for our new staff phone directory to reach us directly.
Stereo Adventista Spanish Radio will be celebrating its 3rd anniversary Saturday Jan. 29, 2022 at the Toledo First Adventist Church. Save the date and join in celebrating this important ministry broadcasting to hundreds around our state and across the globe!
The "Welcome to the Family" Retreat is coming Apr. 22-24, 2022! Held at Camp Mohaven, this new believer retreat is open to both new and seasoned members as we learn together about the Adventist church family. Mark your calendars and save the date!
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International Camporee is moving locations! The 2024 International Camporee Executive Advisory Committee recently announced the 2024 "Believe the Promise Camporee" is moving from Oshkosh, Wisconsin to Gillette, Wyoming. The new dates are: August 5-11, 2024.
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Columbia Union Visitor--January/February, 2022



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