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        The 2008 West Ohio Annual Conference was held June 9-12, 2008 at Lakeside, Ohio, and more than 2600 United Methodists from West Ohio attended. The week was an informative and exciting one, with passionate worship, dynamic speaking, and generous spirits.
        Bishop Bruce R. Ough, resident West Ohio Bishop, presided over the conference and delivered the Episcopal Address. Special guests included Bishop William Willimon, Rev. Rudy Rasmus, and Bishop Rueben Job. On this website you’ll find lots of information about our week at Lakeside including videos, photos, news stories, and other links of interest.
        We invite you to share your comments and thoughts about this year’s Annual Conference on the blog below. If you have any questions about Annual Conference or this website, please contact Lisa Streight, Director of Communications.

"Love First" is the theme of the 39th Session of the West Ohio Annual Conference.
Why Love First?

UMC.org News

Church members can address trafficking locally
Advocates against human trafficking urge local churches to educate themselves and make a difference to end "human retail."

Human trafficking becomes ecumenical target
Representatives from 15 church denominations hear stories of child abductions, beatings and forced sex—all done in the name of profit.

Clergywomen break new ground in large churches
More than 50 years after receiving full clergy rights, United Methodist clergywomen are trying to break through a new stained glass ceiling.

United Methodists plan campaign to ‘rethink church’
“What if ‘church’ were a verb and not a noun?” asks the Rev. Larry Hollon. A new campaign aims to change people’s thinking about church.

Lack of donations challenges Ike relief
U.S. economic setbacks and lack of media attention hurt contributions, United Methodist official says.

Pastor stayed behind in hurricane to minister to flock
After riding out the storm, the Rev. Marty Boddie and his wife, Nicole, were able to help area residents in need.

Bayous, bays and oceans sent waves of destruction
Texans in hurricane-whipped coastal cities clean up their churches, homes and businesses.

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