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By Francis Tuffour 17 Mar, 2024
Mansfield Elementary School's team, the Cooking Cows, won the ultimate prize in the Ohio Conference's fifth Robotics Competition today at Spring Valley Academy. Two other schools that took the second and third spots were Sparks of Toledo Junior Academy and the Ascent team of Spring Valley Academy, respectively. All three qualified to advance to the Adventist Robotics Championship at the national level in Florida. The Core Values Award went to Star Bots (Worthington Adventist Academy) for their remarkable enthusiasm, belief in teamwork over individual effort, and consistent respect for each other and competitors. Ascent of Spring Valley Academy picked the Innovation Project Award for harnessing various resources for their project, enabling them to dig deeper to understand the problem they found and use creativity to resolve it. The Robotics Masterpiece team from Spring Valley Academy, who exhibited excellence in programming and engineering principles to create an efficient and durable robot to complete their challenge missions, took the Robot Design Award. The Cooking Cows also won the Robot Performance Award. They got the highest score in the robot game; all other teams had 2 minutes and 30 seconds, and the judges chose the best score count. The Masterminds of Collegedale Academy Elementary, who traveled from Tennessee, did not leave Ohio empty-handed; they garnered the Rising- All-Star Award, which was dedicated to a team that the judges saw something unique in them and expected outstanding accomplishments from in the future. Besides the team awards, everyone who participated in the competition received medals. Local organizations that sponsored the event were Kettering College, Ohio Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Spring Valley Academy, and supported by Wright Patterson Airforce Base Education Outreach. Rick Bianco, Education Superintendent of the Ohio Conference, preceded the event, thanked teachers, Pathfinder drum corps, chaperones, sponsors, volunteers, and the participating teams, and offered the closing prayer.
By Francis Tuffour 17 Feb, 2024
Toledo Junior Academy held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open its new gymnasium today in Toledo officially. Shaun Lazarus, the school's principal, in his welcome address, acknowledged some guests and introduced his team of co-workers. Kojo Twumasi, church pastor for Toledo First Seventh-day Adventist Church, welcomed the guests, including pastors from the nearby churches who attended the event. President Bob Cundiff Oswaldo Magaña, Executive Secretary, and Roy Simpson, Treasurer from the Ohio Conference, graced the dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony. Dr. Gerald Marsa shared a vision for the academy and expressed an appreciation for the school's support so far. Still, he encouraged people to continue to give so that needed additions could be made to the facility. Rick Bianco, Education Superintendent of the Ohio Conference, emphasized the importance of education that goes beyond academics. He said, "Today is the day we can celebrate the whole child Toledo Junior Academy that gives them the experience of what's to truly be educated fully on a daily basis, not only spiritually, which is first and foremost, not only academically, not only social but also physically." He also commended each person who contributed to the project. On behalf of the Ohio Conference administration, Roy Simpson presented a check of $100,000 to Toledo Junior Academy for its expansion project. Katie and Gary Swackhamer appreciated the school board, building committee, and others for their immense contribution to the building project. Dave Pate was honored for his exceptional leadership and dedication to overseeing the construction of the building. There was a slideshow of visual moments from the ceremonial groundbreaking, with people digging with shovels, structural framework, and roofing to the facility's completion. Pastor Mike Fortune delivered the dedication message and focused on the foundation of Christian education. He stressed, "It's the cross of Christ and the love of God that is on full display that forms the foundation of Christian education. So more and more students, parents, members, and guests will be drawn closer to Jesus because it's Jesus and the teachings of Jesus that matter, that are foundational and still worth sharing." Following the ribbon cutting, Pastor Bob Cundiff invited all the children at the ceremony to join him and offered the dedication prayer. Guests toured the new facility with a gym, classrooms, offices, a warming kitchen, and restrooms.
By Ohio Conference 13 Feb, 2024
Danville, Ohio - The Multilingual Ministries Department of the Ohio Conference successfully conducted its first Elders' Meeting of 2024 from February 9th to 11th at Camp Mohaven. This annual event, aimed at strengthening and training church elders and leaders, saw an impressive turnout of over 100 participants, including 30 newly named elders, marking a significant milestone for them. Dr. Roger Ruiz enriched the weekend with his insightful presentation on theological issues. Pr. Ruben Ramos, Vice President for Multilingual Ministries from the Columbia Union, graced the event with his presence, supporting and encouraging the gathering. Pastor Peter Simpson, director of multilingual ministries of Ohio Conference, unveiled new plans, initiatives, and projects for 2024 and beyond, setting a visionary path for the department's future endeavors. Attendees left the meeting inspired, with many expressing their gratitude for the spiritual nourishment they received. "Hallelujah! We were so blessed this weekend," shared one of the leaders, reflecting the overall sentiment. "We praise the name of the Lord, who strengthens us to continue lighting the world with the gospel," another added.
By Ohio Conference 24 Jan, 2024
On Sunday January 21, the Stereo Adventista Internacional team, Ohio Conference Officers, and distinguished guests gathered to celebrate a significant milestone - the sixth anniversary of the radio station's journey through virtual space. Commencing its broadcast on January 26, 2018, Stereo Adventista Internacional has steadfastly delivered a message of hope uninterrupted for six years. Stereo Adventista Internacional, comprising four stations across major Ohio cities, operates thanks to the dedication of over 50 volunteers from various Hispanic churches within the Ohio Conference. The heart of this endeavor lies in its volunteer staff, whose commitment and effort drive the station's success. Under the leadership of Pastor Peter Simpson of the Multilingual Ministries Department, and with the support of the Ohio Conference Administration - Elder Bob Cundiff, President; Elder Oswaldo Magaña, Secretary; and Mr. Roy Simpson, Treasurer - a special gala dinner was organized. This event served as a celebration and an expression of gratitude towards the volunteers who have contributed tirelessly to the station's mission. The evening's program highlighted the crucial roles of live program presenters, radio controllers, correspondents, and editors, acknowledging their voluntary yet meticulous contribution to Stereo Adventista. Following the awards ceremony, attendees were treated to a sumptuous banquet, reflecting the appreciation and respect held for these dedicated individuals. Stereo Adventista Internacional extended heartfelt thanks to God for His unwavering guidance, the Ohio Conference administration, the director of Multilingual Ministries, each volunteer, and the global audience. Their collective support has been instrumental in enabling the station to be a "Voice of Hope" reaching the world's farthest corners.
By Francis Tuffour 16 Dec, 2023
Today, the Centerville Church held an installation ceremony for a new youth and children pastor, José L. Medina Jr., and his family. Micheal Goetz, the church's lead pastor, expressed gladness for the presence of the new pastoral family. Goetz stated that when the search committee met, they claimed Ephesians 4:11, "So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers," he read out. He continued, "And so we claim, Lord, we don't want to pick our own pastor. We want you to pick our pastor. You promised Christ himself gave. And so we claimed it for the Centerville Church. Christ, will you give us the right pastor? Look at this name. Look at this family." When it came to José's family, they asked, "What about this? And God opened the door, and we stepped in." Centerville Church was looking for a pastor with a passion for mobilizing members to share Jesus and, at the same time, "looking for an opportunity to serve in a church family with a vibrant youth ministry." Goetz shared that José had his bachelor's degree in Theology and minors in public evangelism and biblical languages from Union College, Nebraska, and his Master's of Divinity (M.Div.) with an emphasis in youth and adult ministry and preaching. José's primary responsibilities include the youth, children, young adults, and media ministry. Pastor Oswaldo Magaña, the Executive Secretary of the Ohio Conference, presented a ministerial credential to the new pastor. He said. "It is a privilege and a pleasure to grant you your credential, to be able to be authorized, to fulfill your duties as an ordained pastor here in the Centerville Church and throughout Ohio and the entire world." Pastor Oswaldo later prayed for José and his family.
By Francis Tuffour 14 Oct, 2023
Today, Ohio Conference celebrated its first church planting festival at Spring Valley Academy in Centerville, Ohio, in recognition of the new status of 25 churches. Following a welcome address from Peter Simpson, who doubles as Multilingual Ministries and Church Planting Director of the Ohio Conference, there was a series of songs from the praise team and sisters Harline and Denia Tucker. There was a colorful congregation parade where all the 25 churches with their representative that took part in the event lined up and walked through the middle aisle of Fritzsche Center for Worship and Performing Arts. The churches, with a leader holding specially designed banners with the name of the church boldly inscribed on the banner, marched majestically to the main stage when Javier Santana and Wanda Lugo, who emceed and served as English and Spanish interpreters took turns to call the churches. Today's event was the crowning celebration of a church planting caravan held on October 6 and 7, 2023, when a conference-wide mass of church plants and organization ceremonies for 25 churches were held simultaneously. During the caravan ceremony, six new groups officially became church plants, five churches attained mission church status, and 14 churches became organized churches. The church planting festival drew special guests from the North American Division, Columbia Union Conference, and Ohio Conference. José Cortes Jr., Associate Director of the North American Division Ministerial Association, said, "The Division has 1.2 million members. North American division is the largest division when it comes to geographic territory. Now, out of all this big territory, there is not one place where the church is multiplying faster than in Ohio Conference." On behalf of the North American Division, he thanked the members and the Ohio Conference leadership for contributing to church growth. He also commended Peter Simpson for his remarkable role in church planting. Bob Cundiff, Ohio Conference president, delivered a sermon titled "You Will See Greater Things Than These" and shared how the conference exceeded its evangelism goal through God's leading. He reported that in 2021, the conference recorded 830 baptisms. The baptisms jumped to 907 in 2022; the current baptism was 944. He was optimistic that in 2023, the conference would witness its first 1,000 baptisms in a single year. He stressed, "When we rest in Jesus, when we commit our lives to Him, when we are faithful to Him, we have great things, but we will see greater things than these." He noted the conference's mission, "I believe this is only the beginning. As wonderful things as we have seen, there is more blessing, and there is more joy. We have 14,500 members in the Ohio Conference. So, there are many people around us who still need to experience salvation. They still need to have their hearts connected with their Heavenly Father." There were short video testimonies and historical overviews of how some of the 25 churches started and the roles of key people. Some churches, lay church planters, mother churches, and pastors received certificates of recognition, medals, pins, and other awards for their unique contributions to church planting in the territory of the Ohio Conference. In his speech, Frank Bondurant, vice president for Ministries Development of the Columbia Union Conference, thanked the Ohio Conference administration and Peter Simpson for their vision and what God has been doing through them. "Brothers and sisters in Ohio, this has been a great day, but the best is yet to come. Stay faithful. Keep moving forward. Jesus is coming soon," he added. Pastor Rubén A. Ramos, Multilingual Ministries Director at Columbia Union Conference, talked about the need for a church on every corner, appealed, and invited people who would like to plant new churches. Those who responded to the appeal received replica church buildings.
By Ohio Conference 12 Oct, 2023
The Camp Mohaven project, Building for Eternity, got significant momentum this morning with foundation concrete footers pouring. Please continue to pray for the campaign as we build together. Here are some of the pictures.
By Ohio Conference 11 Oct, 2023
The Ohio Conference has postponed its planned trip to Israel due to the ongoing conflict in the region. Read the complete statement here:
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