Bishop Hee-Soo Jung is hosting five days in the districts across the Ohio Episcopal Area in February and March. Clergy and laity are invited to attend.
The focus of each gathering will be the Five Strategic Pillars of the Ohio Episcopal Area Missional Direction. Those unable to attend in their district are encouraged to attend this event at one of the other locations.
Clergy Schedule 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Gathering will begin at 9:30 am. Worship will be at 10:00 am, followed by Bible Study. Lunch will be served at noon. From 1:00 - 3:00 pm, the bishop will lead a discussion on the Five Strategic Pillars of the Ohio Episcopal Area Missional Direction.
Laity Schedule 11:00 am* - 3:00 pm
A special training for the laity on leadership skills, with the opportunity to make connections. Laity traveling with their pastors are invited to attend opening worship at 10:00 am.
Maumee River District and Western Lakes District - Saturday, February 21, 2026
at Shawnee UMC, 2600 Zurmehly Road, Lima, Ohio 45806
Registration deadline is February 16, 2026.
Hocking River District and South Forest District - Thursday, February 26, 2026
at Grace UMC, 161 Shinnick St., Zanesville, Ohio 43701
Registration deadline is February 20, 2026.
Olentangy River District and West Plains District - Wednesday, March 4, 2026
at Church of the Cross, 236 Otterbein Drive, Lexington, Ohio 44904
Registration deadline is February 23, 2026.
Scioto River District and Great Miami River District - Saturday, March 7, 2026
at Resurrection Mason UMC, 6315 S. Mason Montgomery Rd., Mason, Ohio
Deadline to register is March 1, 2026.
Central Valley District and Northern Waters District - Saturday, March 14, 2026
at Faith UMC, 300 Ninth Street NW, North Canton, Ohio 44720
Deadline to register is March 7, 2026.