UPDATE: HHRC DEVELOPMENT The views at Hocking Hills Retreat Center have been stunning this Fall! While the days grow shorter and the weather begins slowing things down just a bit at the camp, there are MANY things going on behind the scenes as we make preparations to continue our development. The construction documents for the…
2026-2027 Teen Bible Quiz Kicks Off Saturday, October 24, 41 teens gathered at Chillicothe First church to participate in the first teen bible quiz tournament of the 2026-2027 season covering the Gospel of John, chapters 1-6. These teens represent eleven churches – 8 Nazarene, 1 independent, and 2 CCCU. They participated in team, individual, and…
THREE WEEKS UNTIL THE LEADERSHIP TOUR COMES TO YOU! Mark your calendars: In just three weeks, the South Central Ohio District Leadership Tour rolls out to four churches across our district. If you lead a congregation—or serve on a board or in ministry—this is for you. Here’s the schedule: November 8 – Cornerstone (Wheelersburg) November 9 –…
Honoring Our Shepherds: October Is Pastor Appreciation Month As the leaves begin to turn each October, we are reminded of the gift our pastors are to each of us. They pray for us, preach Good News to us, administer the sacraments, officiate at weddings, funerals, and baptisms, sit with us in hospital rooms, and call…
Ministry Assessment Weekend In my role as District Administrator, I actually wear a few different hats. I serve as the District Secretary (if you’ve been to District Assembly, you’ve seen me on the platform), helping organize the Assembly, keep our statistical records accurate, and process the transfers of pastors as they come and go. As…
More Than Numbers: The Ministry of the Church Treasurer Serving as a local church treasurer is an important ministry, but it is not always an easy one. Between counting and recording contributions, paying bills, processing payroll, preparing reports, reconciling accounts, managing budgets, and keeping up with denominational and government requirements, the responsibilities can quickly become…
So often, when the district hosts a leadership gathering, our churches drive to us. This November, we’re flipping that script: the district team is loading up and coming to the four corners of the South Central Ohio District for a four-night Leadership Tour. Mark your calendar: November 8–11, 2026 6:30–8:30 p.m. – At a church…
South Central Ohio District: As we prepare for the 31st General Assembly in June of 2027, the SCO District is accepting resolution submissions through October 1, 2026 to be reviewed by the SCO District Advisory Board. A resolution is a proposed change in government, practice or organization of the church. Resolutions can be submitted by…
BEFORE YOUR TANK RUNS DRY A few months ago I went to fire up our gas grill so I could cook a delicious salmon dinner. But the click-click of the igniter announced the tragic truth: there was no fuel left in the propane tank! Cheryl and I settled for leftovers until I could exchange it…
Nazarene Youth International 2026 Salt Lake City More than 10,000 students and leaders gathered at NYC in Salt Lake City for an incredible event. SCO’s NYI experienced incredible worship sessions, packed Wonder Kits, and a huge prayer walk for revival in Salt Lake City. 40 students who are exploring a call to ministry showed up…
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