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March 11, 2020Dear West Ohio Pastors, At this writing, there have been 3 confirmed cases of the Coronavirus in Ohio. As concerns are mounting, we are very aware that you may experiencing... continue reading
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May 28, 2020On a whim, Judy Robinson purchased a bucket of wire at a farm auction for 25 cents. She had no use for it at the time. Later, however, she would use the wire for a mission to... continue reading -
May 28, 2020Many of the repair and rebuilding needs of Dayton's tornado survivors were put on hold when the pandemic hit. Now, skilled adult volunteers are needed for day-only work... continue reading -
May 28, 2020On Tuesday, June 2, 1-2:30 pm, All In Community will offer a webinar on "Volunteering from 6-Feet Away: How to Activate your Community Mission Ministry During the COVID-... continue reading -
May 28, 2020"Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke?"... continue reading -
May 28, 2020Organizers have announced that the next General Conference will be Aug. 29-Sept. 7, 2021, in Minneapolis, despite pleas that the decision-making body not meet at the start of... continue reading -
May 28, 2020On Pentecost Sunday, we remember the day the disciples received the Holy Spirit in a special way. The story in Acts 2 describes a powerful wind and tongues of fire... continue reading -
May 21, 2020The Conference is navigating a challenging financial landscape, and our position reflects good financial stewardship in recent years. We have maintained reserve levels as... continue reading -
May 21, 2020Correctional facilities across the country have been hard-hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, and West Ohio is no exception. As returning neighbors are released from prisons... continue reading -
May 21, 2020In downtown Columbus, Manna Café has become a place of community to share a hot meal with an offering of prayer and Holy Communion. Manna Café at Broad Street United... continue reading -
May 21, 2020The Rev. Diane Dyson doesn't wear a clergy collar. If she did, no one would see it these days because of everything else she has on. Her work garb for 12-hour-plus... continue reading -
May 21, 2020As Ohio lifts the stay at home order, transition can remain a challenge. OhioHealth has resources available to help you navigate life after self-sheltering. Click here... continue reading -
May 19, 2020On May 13, 2020, the West Ohio Conference delegation to the upcoming General and Jurisdictional Conferences endorsed Rev. Dr. Todd Anderson as an episcopal nominee (Bishop)... continue reading -
May 19, 2020The enormity of a global pandemic can make some feel helpless. A team of women at Springboro First United Methodist Church decided to push that feeling aside and launch... continue reading -
May 19, 2020Going On Now: SPRING into a great deal! The United Methodist Financial Credit Union is partnering with Enterprise Car Sales to give our members a better vehicle buying... continue reading
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3/11/2020Dear West Ohio Pastors, At this writing, there have been 3 confirmed cases of the Coronavirus in Ohio. As concerns are mounting, we are very aware that you may experiencing... continue reading
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5/28/2020On a whim, Judy Robinson purchased a bucket of wire at a farm auction for 25 cents. She had no use for it at the time. Later, however, she would use the wire for a mission to... continue reading
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5/28/2020Many of the repair and rebuilding needs of Dayton's tornado survivors were put on hold when the pandemic hit. Now, skilled adult volunteers are needed for day-only work... continue reading
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5/28/2020On Tuesday, June 2, 1-2:30 pm, All In Community will offer a webinar on "Volunteering from 6-Feet Away: How to Activate your Community Mission Ministry During the COVID-... continue reading
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5/28/2020"Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke?"... continue reading
Rev. Barry Burns, Superintendent
Welcome to the website of the Northwest Plains District of The United Methodist Church! Our District includes 164 congregations in 11 counties in northwest Ohio. In all 11 counties, the members of our congregations are inviting God to use us to impact our communities and to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. From rural farm land, to small towns, to county seats, to cities like Findlay and Lima, we invite you to join us in asking God to deepen our faith and to use us in ministry to serve our world!
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