DENOMINATIONAL MEMBERS
The Ohio Council of Churches Mourns the Passing of Pope Francis
The Ohio Council of Churches joins 1.4 billion members of the Roman Catholic Church in mourning the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis.
While Pope Francis served as the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church, he was respected and honored by Christians of many traditions, people of other faiths, and people of no faiths at all for his commitment to universal human dignity, compassion for the poor, devotion to peace, and enthusiasm for justice.
The Governing Board of the Ohio Council of Churches who represent the Council’s 17 member communions, and the Council’s staff give thanks to God for the vibrant life and impactful witness of His Holiness Pope Francis. Collectively we offer prayers for each Roman Catholic Diocese in Ohio and for Catholics throughout the world.
With deep respect,
The Reverend Dr. David Long-Higgins
President, the Ohio Council of Churches Governing Board;
Conference Minister, the Heartland Conference of the United Church of Christ
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The Ohio Council of Churches (OCC) is a partnership of 17 Christian denominations in 23 different organizational configurations or judicatories throughout Ohio. While our administrative offices are in Columbus, the Ohio Council of Churches is much larger than any office; it is all of us, together, across Ohio!
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The Ohio Council of Churches Mourns the Passing of Pope Francis
The Ohio Council of Churches joins 1.4 billion members of the Roman Catholic Church in mourning the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis.
While Pope Francis served as the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church, he was respected and honored by Christians of many traditions, people of other faiths, and people of no faiths at all for his commitment to universal human dignity, compassion for the poor, devotion to peace, and enthusiasm for justice.
The Governing Board of the Ohio Council of Churches, who represent the Council’s 17 member communions, and the Council’s staff give thanks to God for the vibrant life and impactful witness of His Holiness Pope Francis. Collectively we offer prayers for each Roman Catholic Diocese in Ohio and for Catholics throughout the world.
With deep respect,
The Reverend Dr. David Long-Higgins
President, the Ohio Council of Churches Governing Board;
Conference Minister, Heartland Conference of the United Church of Christ
The Reverend Dr. Jack Sullivan Jr.
Executive Director, the Ohio Council of Churches
Faith Leaders Legislative Luncheon
When: Thursday, May 1 from 11:00AM-1:00PM
Ohio Statehouse Atrium
Luncheon will feature an overview of the Ohio budget and important steps we can take to guarantee that our communities have access to nutritious food, affordable housing, and a great quality of life. Have lunch with legislators and staff to discuss these important issues in the community with one another.
