Church Helps Grant a Second Chance to High School Students in Danger of Dropping Out

By Brett Hetherington* The vision of the East Ohio Conference calls churches to “being disciples, making disciples, and maturing disciples of Jesus Christ; being God’s agents of transformation in our communities and throughout the world; and being bold and courageous leaders in reaching new people, younger people, and a more diverse people.” To catch this [...]

Easter Egg Hunt Brings Joy for Children with Special Needs

By Brett Hetherington* Inside the fellowship hall of Huron United Methodist Church (West Plains District) on Palm Sunday afternoon dozens of colorful plastic Easter eggs were scattered around, waiting for a special group of children to come and find them. The children were the guests of honor at a now annual Easter Egg Hunt for [...]

Project Feed Packs Thousands of Meals and Builds Connection Among East Ohio Youth

By Pastor Christy Suffecool* On a very cold Saturday in January, East Ohio youth showed up and stepped up to help feed thousands of people around the world. Project Feed 2024 was a collaborative partnership of the Conference Council on Youth Ministry, the United Methodist Church of Berea (Northern Waters District), and Midwest Missions. More [...]