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Worthington Christian Church

Volume 18, Issue 24 | June 11, 2025

Please welcome Michael Dove, our new Worship Minister!

We are excited to officially welcome Michael Dove as our new Worship Minister! Michael has been serving as a part-time worship leader for our church for the last few years, and we are so thankful for his faithfulness and heart for worship.

Michael has been leading others into life-changing experiences with our One and True God through the creative arts, including music, drama, and media. He has led worship ministries at Discover Christian Church, McDonough Christian Church (Georgia), and Beechwold Christian Church.

He has also been a music educator, most recently serving as the vocal music teacher, show choir director, and musical director for Benjamin Logan Local Schools. We are so grateful that the Lord has led Michael back into full-time ministry!

Michael graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor's degree in Music Education and from The University of Florida with a Master’s degree in Music Education. He was ordained in 2011, and in addition to worship ministry, he has led discipleship training and served as a small group leader facilitator.

Michael and his wife, Emily, have four children – Sadie, Clara, Braden, and Nolan. Please join us in welcoming the entire Dove Family!

Fill a baby bottle with change for the PDHC!

The Pregnancy Decision Health Center (PDHC) needs your prayers and financial support. Baby Bottles will be available in the Atrium for you to pick up this Sunday! All you need to do is fill it with change and return it to the church by this Sunday, June 15 (Father's Day).

You may drop off your coin-filled baby bottle at the Welcome Center on any Sunday morning or anytime Monday through Friday during office hours (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM).

Questions? Please contact Alison Morrow.

You can also "fill a bottle" online!

The PDHC has a special donation page for Worthington Christian Church's 'Bottles for Life' campaign. Please visit their website to donate online today!

Fill a bottle online!

Men's Event: Priority

Guys, join us on Sunday, June 29, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM for our next Men’s Event in the WCC Backyard!

Outreach Minister Jay Scott and Mike Dickson will lead the evening. We will focus on Matthew 6:33 and Priority. There will be discussion, encouragement, and (of course!) food! (We’re grilling hot dogs and hamburgers.)

Please RSVP by Friday, June 27. Don't forget to bring a lawn chair to sit on!

Colonial Hills: Donation Drive

We are partnering with Colonial Hills Elementary School to support their C3 Program.

This outreach program for underprivileged children attending Colonial Hills Elementary is collecting sports equipment to encourage them to get outside and play this summer!

Requested items include soccer balls, footballs, basketballs, and jump ropes. An Amazon wish list is available. If you choose to order through Amazon, you may ship directly to the church!

Just send it to: Worthington Christian Church, Attn: Alison Morrow, 8145 N. High St, Columbus, OH 43235.

Amazon Wish List

Donations may be dropped off in the blue bin in the Atrium this Sunday.

NOTE: Donations are due by Sunday, July 6.

Photographers Needed

If you've been looking for a way to serve the church and enjoy taking photos/video, we have a service opportunity for you!

Photographers are needed to help capture upcoming events, such as Vacation Bible School, 50th Anniversary Celebration, Habitat Build, Fall Fest, Thanksgiving Meal, Kids' Christmas Program, and Hunger Bowl (among others).

As a volunteer photographer, your goal is to capture the event's highlights, not the entire event. You may be asked to cover an hour of a specific event with an emphasis on a particular area (e.g., the Opening or Closing Ceremony for VBS, volunteers framing walls for the Habitat Build, etc.).

The photos (or videos) you take may be used on the WCC website, social media pages, and/or in various promotional materials. High-quality (full-resolution) photos are preferred as they may be used in print.

Interested? Please contact Kristie McGlaughlin for more information.

Mission Opportunity

Christian Missionary Fellowship is seeking individuals who may be interested in joining the team of mission workers now serving in Ethiopia.

Our mission partners in that country, Aaron and Morganne Weeks, will be with us from June 10 to 12 and would love to start a conversation and provide more information.

If you are interested, please contact Tom Sherrod to schedule a meeting time with Aaron and Morganne

Honoring Our Military

On Sunday, June 29, we will take time during each worship service to recognize and honor WCC members who have served or are currently serving in the military with a special slideshow.

If you are current or former military, we invite you to participate!

To help us identify you, please fill out the form on our website and upload a photo of yourself in uniform!

Participate in our Military Slideshow!

NOTE: If you participated in last year's military slideshow, there is no need to resend your photo! However, if you'd like to opt out of being in our slideshow again, just let us know!

Young Adult Cookout

Join us for an evening of food, games, and a good old-fashioned campfire on Sunday, July 6, at 7:00 PM in the WCC Backyard!

This event is FREE, and anyone from post-high school through their early 30s is invited to attend. Be sure to bring a friend and something to sit on (camp chair, blanket, etc.). Food and drinks will be provided!

RSVP Today!

NOTE: Childcare is not available.

Cookout and Potluck at Highbanks Metro Park!

Join us as we kick off the summer with a Cookout & Potluck at Highbanks Metro Park on Wednesday, July 2 at 11:00 AM in the Mansion Shelter House!

We kindly ask that everyone bring a side dish or dessert to share. Hot dogs, hamburgers, tableware, and drinks will be provided. Following lunch, we will have a Hymn Sing. Food will be provided.

RSVP today!

Worthington Resource Pantry

We have partnered with the Worthington Resource Pantry since 2020 by collecting non-perishable food donations, toiletries, and various supplies as needed. If you can donate, please check the list below for current pantry needs:

Peanut Butter
Canned Chicken or Tuna
Cereal
Rice (in 1lb. bags)
Diapers (sizes 2 and up)
Personal Hygiene items (maxi pads, etc.)

NOTE: The WRP also accepts donations of dog and cat food.

Remember, you can drop off your donations at any time! A blue donation bin is available at each of the church's entrances, and we regularly empty the bins to make room for additional items. If you have any questions, please contact Alison Morrow.