By Rick Wolcott* Bishop Tracy S. Malone announces that two members of the East Ohio Conference Executive Staff Team have submitted their requests to retire from active ministry. Assistant to the Bishop the Rev. Dr. Gary George and Director of Connectional Ministries the Rev. Steven Court each intend to retire effective June 30, 2021. “As [...]
Church Provides Thanksgiving Meals and More
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 [...]
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, [...]
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