By Brett Hetherington* This year has been one where many Ohioans have been forced to examine their own limitations, in resources. Yet Faith United Methodist Church (Tuscarawas District) in North Canton has found a way to share from its abundance to ensure that 160 families in the community will not go hungry this Thanksgiving. “It [...]
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Perspectives: Acknowledging Our Past This Thanksgiving
By William Jones & Rev. Dr. Daniel Hawk* The East Ohio Conference creates Perspectives events throughout the year because it’s important that each of us broadens our understanding by viewing life from the perspectives of others. As we prepare to give thanks on Thanksgiving Day by spending time with family and friends while eating turkey, [...]
EOC Benefits Manager Betsy Stewart Will Retire at Year’s End after 26 Years of Faithful Service
By Rick Wolcott* Since 1994 Betsy Stewart has walked beside both the clergy who shepherd our East Ohio Conference congregations and faith communities and the Conference staff who equip and support them. As Benefits Manager she has been the liaison between benefit carriers and the Conference as the plan sponsor. She’s worked with the EOC [...]