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Upcoming Events

Mar 9

Nominating Board

Friday, March 9, 2012

Mar 10

Christian Education Board

Saturday, March 10, 2012

Mar 16

16-18 Re-Connect Youth Leaders Retreat

Friday, March 16, 2012

Mar 16

Youth Board, (Location and Time, TBA)

Friday, March 16, 2012

Mar 17

16-18 Re-Connect Youth Leaders Retreat

Saturday, March 17, 2012

Recent Website Updates:


 

Women's Missionary Fellowship

WMF 2011 Fall Retreat was held in September.

A photo gallery from the weekend is now available!

Click here to review.


The Autumn Circle of Friends is now on-line.

Check out the most current information from the

Women's Missionary Fellowship at their homepage.

 


 

Yearbook supplement:

We apologize for the misprint in the Statistical Report for the Yearbook. Click here to download a complete copy of the pastor's compenstation statistics (pages 188-189).

 


 

Photo Highlights

Check out photos from recent events as they become available:

 

2010 WMF Fall Retreat photos are on line!

 

Click below to see more.


 

Newest Newsletters on line!

Barnabas Express by clicking below:

The Barnabas Express includes a note of encouragement from Dr. John along with current information pertaining to Eastern Region Friends churches.

Facing Bench

NOW Available on line!

The Facing Bench Newsletter is produced twice a year to feature the activities and outreaches of Evangelical Friends Churches across Eastern Region.


A Webmasters' Area is online for those designing local Friends websites. The page includes a banner graphic that can be used for linking to the EFC-ER website.

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A Look back at Yearly Meeting 2011

Below is a 5 minute video reflection of Yearly Meeting, 2011.

Thanks to the many photographers and our videographer, Christy Williams.

 

 


 

Click here to read the 2011 Outgoing Epistle, a summary of events and business decisions made during the EFC-ER Annual Sessions.

 



   Look back at summer camp. Photos from Camp Gideon are available on their website.         www.campgideon.org/Camp2011

 


 
2011 Calendar of Events and Retreat information

now available on line.

The Calendar of Events includes board meetings and region-wide activities. Retreats listed are also region-wide events.

Check back regularly for updated information as it becomes available. There's a retreat for every age and ministry level!

Click here for a direct link.
 


2011 Yearbook supplement:

2011 Yearbooks have been mailed to EFC-ER leaders. We apologize for the misprint in the Statistical Report for the Yearbook. Click here to download a complete copy of the pastor's compenstation statistics (pages 188-189).

 


News & Notes
Plan now to attend the retreat designed just for you!
 

Click here for a direct link to the calendar & events section.
 

 
Camp Gideon - A retreat center for all ages and all weather!

Now is a GREAT time to plan an overnight retreat for your church staff, youth group or small group...
Camp Gideon’s facilities provide quiet, back-to-nature, comfortable facilities for very reasonable prices.

If you or your church are interested in renting the facilities for a retreat anytime in the near future, please note the updated contact information:
• All reservations and correspondence pertaining to the campgrounds will be handled through the WOC: (1-800-334-8863).



 
  • 1 Welcome to the 2011 WMF Fall Retreat!


  • 2011 WMF Nametags


    Nametag competition can be fierce. Most churches provide custom, theme-based name tags for their women. Each nametag reflects an aspect of their local church or their expression of the retreat theme.

  • A Worship Team


    Thank you to the worship team who prayerfully led the ladies in times of singing, prayer and worship.

  • Amy & Laurel Notturno


    Two generations of Notturno women enjoyed the retreat.

  • Arun with Melissa Massey at jewlery table


    Melissa and Arun Massey set up their table of jewelry to be sold. Beautiful pieces of hand-crafted necklaces, and more were available.

  • Bags and Embroidery items from Nepal


    The Global Missions Sales table offers handbags, linens and assorted items from Nepal, India, and Hong Kong.

  • Carol Williams with Dr. Rose Anne Colemen


    Carol Williams with guest speaker, Dr. Rose Anne Coleman.

  • Cleveland Community Friends Women


    Cleveland Community Friends in their matching t-shirts.

  • Cleveland Community Friends Women


  • Doris Ferguson with Celesta Rae and Linda


  • Dr. Coleman explaining her cowboy boots


  • Dr. Coleman showing her cowboy boots


  • Guest Speaker with CO-Chairs of Retreat


    Kathy Johnson (Co-Chair), Dr. Rose Anne Coleman (Guest Speaker), and Sue Reese (Co-Chair)

  • Joyce Sams with Shobha Massey


    Joyce Sams interviewing Shobha Massey.

  • Joyce Sams with Shobha Massey


    Joyce Sams with Shobha Massey.

  • Joyce Sams, Carol Williams and Donna Neff


    Joyce Sams (EFC-ER WMF President) Carol Williams (EFC-ER CE Consultant) and Donna Neff (EFC-ER Publications Dir.).

  • Members of the EFC-ER Christian Ed Board


    The retreat is always a great time to touch base with Friends.

  • Missionary to Hong Kong, Celesta Rae


    Missionary to Hong Kong, Celesta Rae enjoyed spending time with her daughter during the retreat.

  • Moments with Missionaries


    Several women shared about their cross-cultural experiences. Celesta Rae has spent time in Hong Kong and Linda has spent time in Asia as well.

  • Moments with Missionaries


    Heather Graham praying with the guest speakers.

  • Praying for Mission fields around the world


    Individually and in small groups, women focused for 10 minutes on a mission field and specific prayer requests.

  • Praying for Mission fields around the world


  • Praying for Mission fields around the world


  • Praying for Mission fields around the world


  • Roseanne signing books


    Guest Speaker, Dr. Rose Anne Coleman took time to sign her books.

  • Samples from the Silent Auction


    Silent auction baskets come in all shapes and sizes... many are not even baskets!

  • Samples from the Silent Auction


  • Samples from the Silent Auction 1


  • Samples from the Silent Auction 2


    This "basket" included tickets to an Ohio State Football game!

    The signs say it all.

  • Samples from the Silent Auction 3


  • Samples from the Silent Auction 4


  • Some even had a little fun!


    Not everyone wanted their picture taken...

  • Sound Team enjoying the banquet


    Marlene McCormick and Cindy Neiswanger. Thank you, ladies, for your hours of hard work. You make everyone sound great!

  • Winona Friends


    Winona Friends women looking pretty in pink!

  • Winona Friends 2


    Winona Friends women... times of fellowship with sisters in Christ.

  • WMF Retreat


    Each session included extra information about missionaries from around the world.

  • WMF Saturday evening banquet


    Times of prayer for mission fields were encouraged during the Saturday evening banquet.

  • Worship time at the Retreat


  • Worship time at the Retreat


 
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