The Ohio Council of Churches prepares its priorities for the next biennial budget.
Ohio Interfaith Power and Light is searching for a new Executive Director.
Dr. John Green's presentations at this year's Ohio Ministries Convocation.
In celebration of this milestone, the Council is developing a monthly devotional, starting in January.
Statement issued by the Governing Board of the Ohio Council of Churches.
Some of the important events in the life of the Ohio Council of Churches in the last 13 years.
A Place to Call Home - Immigrants, Refugees, and Displaced Peoples.
The deadline for applications is February 26, 2010.
The BWC Board of Directors passed a new rule regarding safety training for Group Rated Employers.
The Columbus Dispatch finds weaknesses in Ohio's laws dealing with domestic violence.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, January 18-25, 2010.
The Church of the Nazarene, East Ohio District has been granted Observer Status.
The U.S. House of Representatives voted 220-215 to overhaul the United States' health care system.
Suggestions on how to avoid the spread of the H1N1 virus.
A healthcare plan that would offer all Americans a public option as well as the private insurance plans that are available now.
President Obama may have made one critical miscalculation in his strategy to create healthcare for all Americans.
Casino promoters wrote their own petition contract with Ohio's 88 counties and local governments.
Show Penn National that $50 Million Doesn't Buy Your Vote!
Ballots issues are either put on the ballot by a 3/5ths vote of the Ohio General Assembly or are proposed by groups.
A sample of the TV Ads being shown and what they do not tell you about Casino Gambling.
March 16-20, 2010 - Limited Seating Available.
In 2009, the Ohio Council of Churches is celebrating 90 years of rich history and ministry.
Highlights: Slot Machines are the Crack-Cocaine of Gambling!, Edinburgh 1910---A centenary Celebration of Ecumenism, "Prepare the Future" Press Conference and Prayer Vigil.
What can you do about hunger?
Links related to Public Policy.
Created by Governor Strickland to help eligible low and moderate-income Ohioans claim tax credits and public benefits.
How to make health care reform a reality.
If the goal is to minimize private insurance rates, competition from a public option is the most effective method.
From the National Council of Churches of Christ.
In 1910, Edinburgh was the venue for the historic World Missionary Conference. 2010 marks 100 years of ecumenism around the world.
Local Non-Profit Agencies' links.
Information from the Ohio Department of Commerce for organizations that offer shelter.
Printed materials to be available through their website.
Other links and Presentations.
What can you do about health care?
The Ohio BWC Division of Safety and Hygiene offers educational and safety consulting services at no attitional charge.
Potential future revenue estimates are so weak that if the 10% cap is not waived, the state likely will exceed it and be required to stop spending money.
Wy would Governor Strickland, who has repeatedly spoken about the dangers of gambling, suddenly support slot machines?
Governor Strickland has proposed $2.4 billion in cuts in the biennial budget.
It appears that today, a major general concern is that healthcare in America costs too much for individuals and keeps milions from enrolling.
Projections report that if healthcare reforms are not enacted this year, the cost of health care for business could double within 10 years.
Lobbyist for the racetrack owners are trying to convince legislators that millions can be added to the next budget.
The Budget is only halfway to the finish line.
Highlights: 90th Anniversary of the OCC, pictures of the 09 Ohio Ministries Convocation, dates, theme, etc for the 2010 OMC.
A program that provides free education, publications and assistance to Ohioans.
Study resource on land stewardship issues.
What can you do? How might you prepare?
The Ohio Chapter of the Alliance of Baptists joins the Council as an Observer.
...that could restore voters clout on election day!
Helpful films challenging us.
The Interfaith Committee of the National Council of Churches encourages use of these valuable documentaries.
Educational and art resources.
Highlights: Black History Month, New OCC officers, Alvin Hadley's passing, Legislative Advocacy Day.
Features: Good Stewardship of Creation, Recap of the 08 OMC, National Ecumenical Advocacy Days.
Features: Vote NO on Casino Gambling, Digital Television Transition, Welcome and Farewell to Bishops & Executives.
Highlights: Immigration, Farewell and Welcome to Bishops, Action for Children, Ohio Interfaith Power and Light, Registration to the 2009 Ohio Ministries Convocation.
Penn National gambling campaign named "Ohio Jobs and Growth Development."
The budget appears to be $993 million short of the necessary funds to fully fund the education plan.
Al Staggs performs one-person characterizations.
How to support the critical hunger programs in Ohio.
..... if the State Toughens the Seat Belt Law! - March 6, 2009.
It is estimated that Ohio's share would total $8.2 billion.
Governor Strickland unveiled his 21st Century "transformational" plan to change how schools are funded.
The State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) is scheduled to expire on March 31, 2009.
Governors have asked President-Elect Obama for $100 billion to help with day-to-day operating costs.
Look for further information in these links.
Learn Best Practices to use when screening volunteers working with children.
How we can better help those amongst us who suffer from hunger.
A living peace church initiative for returning military personnel.
A ministry of the US Conference for the World Council of Churches, New York City.
The lame duck session is named after legislators who lost their bids for re-election or are term limited.
Issue 5: Payday Lending Issue 6: Casino Gambling
Ohioans are already aware that their state lags far behind most other states in recovering from financial recessions.
700 billion bailout measure asked from the governemnt checkbook.
Nearly 1.5 million Ohioans are living at or below the poverty level.
A booklet available for compiling information before one's death.
Advocacy does make a difference in confronting hunger.
Vote NO on Issues 6: Stop Casino Gambling. Vote YES on Issue 5: Stop 391% Loans.
Seven principles for Christian political involvement in the world:
Imagine a future free from gun violence.
Join Bob Erickson for Tuesdays at the Statehouse.
Vote NO on Issue 6 - Stop Casino Gambling!
A grassroots movement for education in Ohio.
Save money on Workers' Compensation Program by virtue of membership in the OCC.
Ways to receive affordable health care for all.
OCC adopted this policy on May 24, 2002 and is now available for wider church use.
A look at the moral and ethical dimensions of the human applications of current biotechnologies.
Highlights: "A Journey Toward Understanding", Creation Care Resources, Changing Ohio's Dismal Education Results.
Steps should be taken to eliminate gun violence against all persons in our society.
Overcoming Violence - Churches Seeking Reconciliation.
Articles that summarize the Environmental Justice situation.
Links to resources to assist present or past military members and their families.
Working together to create and promote a sustainable and healthful food and family system.
What might the picture look like for churches to support one another?
Suggestion put together by the North Carolina Council of Churches.
This site provides information about working with refugees.
Human health and the environment.
The Council has historically opposed the use of the death penalty.
Congress has finally voted favorably on a Farm Bill reauthorization.
The Governor shocked Ohio citizens by announcing his intention to begin Keno gambling in bars, clubs and restaurants throughout Ohio.
Another Casino Preoposal Brings More Half-Truths and Misrepresenations!
Throughout 2007, Congressional leaders on both sides of the aisle maintained a committment to reauthorizing the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) this year.
Picking a running mate for Vice-President, is it more important than what a tie a candidate should wear in a presidential debate?
A book about ecumenism in Ohio,1968-1992.
A book on religion across Ohio, published for the 2003 bicentennial.
Are Low Gas Prices Really In America's Best Long-Term Interest?
Digital Television Transition: Are you prepared?
Senator Obama correctly points to our Constitution that has at its core the ideal of equal citizenship under the law that promises its people liberty and justice.
The Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives (GOFBCI) works to strengthen the capacity of faith-based and community organizations committed to serving Ohio's most vulnerable citizens.
Ten simple steps we can take in our homes,work and neighborhoods to help stop global warming.
This Institute offers educational opportunities for those who desire an ecumenical search for spiritual truth and a deeper relationship with God.
What is Faithful Reform in Health Care?
Look at some possible activities.
Bread for the World (BFW) works on behalf of those who are hungry.
Discount card available in Franklin County.
Equality has been a struggle for all races and ethnic groups. Racism plays a key role in every aspect of our history.
Children are compassionate and nurturing, but at the same time, vulnerable because they are completely dependent upon us.
The Ohio Council of Churches is concerned about violent acts against persons or any act that demeans a group of people or makes a mockery of their beliefs.
The Ohio Council of Churches has long recognized the immorality of the death penalty.
The Ohio Council of Churches is concerned for justice, responsibility, and compassion to be seen in the world economic sphere.
Educate all students for full participation in the multicultural and multiracial life of our world.
The Ohio Council of Churches is concerned about the consumptive use of resources that affect the health of our environment and the people of our region, state, nation and world.
The Ohio Council of Churches believes that health care ministry is vital to the mission and ministry of God's Church on earth.
All citizens will need to become more educationally involved concerning the power of the medium that is central to our lives.
In the fourth commandment, we are directed by God to honor those generations that have gone before us.
The Christian Church hopes for world peace
We oppose on moral grounds the United States taking further military action against Iraq at this time.
The scriptures repeatedly proclaim equality among the people of God.
Poverty is a deprivation of life's essentials.
A Resolution in support of theTaco Bell Boycott.
Where does one go to find green clothing?
The NCC's Eco-Justice Program offers a new "green" building guide.
Learn what denominations have said about environment.
Learn what the Center is doing nationally.
The Ohio Council of Churches opposes slot machines and casinos.