Congratulations on receiving a 2026 Go Grant!

Bishop Jung and our team would like to celebrate with you and 3 members from your church at his annual Go Awards on Sunday, February 1, 2026! This semi-formal celebration will start at 4:30pm at Powell UMC and end by 6pm. The OhioHealth Red Carpet Reception will begin at 3:15 with hors d’oeuvres and a team photo on the Red Carpet with Bishop Jung and your award.

We’re excited to celebrate the incredible ministries making an impact across West Ohio!

This year’s event will include:

• Inspiring Words from Our Guest Speaker: Jonathan Page, the new director of the Lewis Center for Church Leadership.
• Your Ministries in the Spotlight: Each recipient and their new ministry idea will be featured in the Go Awards Resource Booklet, a handy tool all participants will receive.
• A Musical Kickoff: Enjoy a mini concert to start the evening with energy and celebration.
• Special Recognitions:
  • Breakout Vision of the Year – Presented by the UM Foundation of West Ohio, with a matching grant.
  • District Award – Presented by the Christian Family Credit Union.
  • Bishop Gregory Vaughn Palmer Award for Social Transformation & Justice – Presented by Discipleship Ministries, honoring one exceptional church or individual.
  • New This Year – Resilient Ministry Award – Presented by the Ohio Public Risk Agency, celebrating a church that has experienced a major turnaround, revitalization, or comeback from a disaster.

It’s a night of celebration, inspiration, and connection—you won’t want to miss it!