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E-NEWS May 29, 2020

5/29/2020

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​Sisters and brothers,
As always, new information is included in this so please read the entire e-news.
 
Here is the link for the Salem Pastor YouTube page. This Sunday's service will be available Sunday morning. If you are unable to connect to any services on your computer let us know, and we can make a DVD or CD for you. You can also view previous services on this page. Online services and additional messages can be accessed via our website or Facebook. Check out salemcob.org .
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy2lR7-Re6vMQ092LxcLvyA
 
Additional Announcements
Don't forget if you need pastoral care or anything else, the contact list is below. Please continue to communicate your needs to Pastor Lee and the Deacons.
Pastor Lee Saylor; 937-540-4533; iamleebob@gmail.com
Tom Hissong, Board Chair 937-931-3099; Tanger15@aol.com
Randy Schaurer, Deacon Chair; 937-231-7627; rshaurer@aol.com
 
We have been gathering via Zoom on Wednesday evenings to just say hi and connect. You are invited to join us using this link each Wednesday from about 7:00-8:00pm.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85143803031?pwd=MXlCZHI1S092TzIzbVk1M01Bb0dkZz09
Meeting ID: 851 4380 3031
Password: 022471
One tap mobile
+19292056099,,85143803031#,,#,022471# US (New York)
 
Carrie Smith is back in the office from 9:00am-12:00noon, Monday-Friday. Don’t hesitate to call her if you need anything. Carrie will be on vacation from June 16-22 & June 24-July 3. The July newsletter will go out on July 6.
 
Salem Pandemic Quilt
Salem members and friends can help create a quilt to remember this time. The quilters will compile squares from members and friends representing this time in our lives. The square needs to be 10.5 inches with an additional inch border on all sides. The fabric does not have to be stitched. You can use markers, fabric paint or some other way to make a square to represent you or your family during this time. If you have any further questions, please reach out to Carol Shroyer.
 
Offerings and tithes can still be mailed to the church or put in the church mailbox. Your offering supports the work of Salem in the community and world! 
 
Much continues to be sent out via One Call. If you are not on One Call, have changed your number, need to add a number, or know of someone who needs to be added, please respond to this email or call the church office at 937-836-6145.
 
If you have a prayer request you’d like to go through the prayer chain, please call Deacon Sue Wampler at 937-286-4590. If she cannot be reached, please call Pastor Lee at 937-540-4533.
 
Leadership continues to be in conversation about when worship can move back into the building. Until then, extend grace, patience, and prayers; and find ways to continue to connect to your church family.
 
Most District events have been suspended or cancelled including traditional Summer Camp. There will be an “online camp” for all ages! Check out sodcob.org for information. The flyer is attached as well! The District June Newsletter is attached!

Annual Conference Virtual Choir
Recently, Annual Conference Moderator Paul Mundey announced plans for a denominational virtual choir. Three hymns are projected to be a part of the overall project: “Blessed Assurance,” “I See A New World Coming,” and “Move In Our Midst.”  The three hymns will be used in the Virtual Denominational Worship and the Virtual Denominational Concert on July 1 and 2. You can find more information about them at: www.brethren.org/news/2020/denominational-worship-service-to-be-virtual-event.html Now we need your participation, as we join together to worship the Living God, in Christ, during these challenging days! In summary, a virtual choir is produced by each individual person recording themselves singing along with the hymn, and then all those submissions are painstakingly put together into one grand compilation that includes all the voices. Each of us gets to contribute our small part to help make up the whole (much like with the church!). As it is with large choirs, individual voices will not be heard, just all of us together. We’ve set ambitious goals for this project, and are working on three hymns at once. We welcome your submissions as soon as possible
The Early-Bird Deadline is June 7, 2020; 
The Final Deadline is June 14, 2020. 
Please pay careful attention to these deadlines for sending in your submissions, because we are on a very tight timeline as we hope to have the final choir pieces ready for our worship celebration July 1. To make your submission go to the following web link: www.brethren.org/VirtualChoir For general questions about the Virtual Choir project, please contactcobvirtualchoir2020@gmail.com.  For technical assistance, please contact: assistance@LivingStreamCOB.org. Please pray for the project overall, and the project core team consisting of Enten Eller, Paul Mundey, and Dave Sollenberger.

Prayers
John E.-recovering from major eye surgery on May 28. Please be in prayer for him and Sue.
Genevieve F.-fell and broke her hip and a vertebrae
Bonnie L.-Sam P.'s sister in Florida has been diagnosed with Covid-19
Joy M.-recovering from kidney an infection and kidney stones. She had a stint removed on May 28.
Phyllis W.-recovering from a stroke
 
Other Prayers: Barbara C., Janet H., Bill L., Leon & Waneta M., Kasey S.
 
Long Term Needs: Elois C., Shirley C., Aaron M., Sam P., Chad P., Reta S.

Churches and more: Our district churches, Trinity Presbyterian Church, Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (Godiya Bitrus), Bethany Theological Seminary, for those struggling in various ways during this pandemic

Our shut-ins could use letters and cards. Addresses can be found in our current directory or by emailing or calling Carrie in the office.
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E-News May 22, 2020

5/22/2020

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Sisters and brothers,
 
As always, new information is included in this so please read until the end.
 
Here is the link for the Salem Pastor YouTube page. This Sunday's service will be available Sunday morning. If you are unable to connect to any services on your computer let us know, and we can make a DVD or CD for you. You can also view previous services on this page. Online services and additional messages can be accessed via our website or Facebook. Check out salemcob.org .
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy2lR7-Re6vMQ092LxcLvyA
 
Additional Announcements
Don't forget if you need pastoral care or anything else, the contact list is below. Please continue to communicate your needs to Pastor Lee and the Deacons.
Pastor Lee Saylor; 937-540-4533; iamleebob@gmail.com
Tom Hissong, Board Chair 937-931-3099; Tanger15@aol.com
Randy Schaurer, Deacon Chair; 937-231-7627; rshaurer@aol.com
 
We have been gathering via Zoom on Wednesday evenings to just say hi and connect. You are invited to join us using this link each Wednesday from about 7:00-8:00pm.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85143803031?pwd=MXlCZHI1S092TzIzbVk1M01Bb0dkZz09
Meeting ID: 851 4380 3031
Password: 022471
One tap mobile
+19292056099,,85143803031#,,#,022471# US (New York)
 
Carrie is back in the office from 9:00am-12:00noon, Monday-Friday. Don’t hesitate to call her if you need anything.
 
Salem Pandemic Quilt
Salem members and friends can help create a quilt to remember this time. The quilters will compile squares from members and friends representing this time in our lives. The square needs to be 10.5 inches with an additional inch border on all sides. The fabric does not have to be stitched. You can use markers, fabric paint or some other way to make a square to represent you or your family during this time. If you have any further questions, please reach out to Carol Shroyer.
 
Offerings and tithes can still be mailed to the church or put in the church mailbox. Your offering supports the work of Salem in the community and world! 
 
Much continues to be sent out via One Call. If you are not on One Call, have changed your number, need to add a number, or know of someone who needs to be added, please respond to this email or call the church office at 937-836-6145.
 
If you have a prayer request you’d like to go through the prayer chain, please call Deacon Sue Wampler at 937-286-4590. If she cannot be reached, please call Pastor Lee at 937-540-4533.
 
We are continuing to follow the State and Federal guidelines for this pandemic. This is a fluid situation and we will continue to communicate and make changes as necessary. Sunday Worship, Sunday School, Salem Bells, Shepherding Prayer Group, Sew What, and Wednesday Activities will resume at a later date. Watch for more information.
 
I've received a lot of positive feedback about the "celebrating community section" in the last two newsletters. 
For June...
Why is Salem your church home? Or what do you love most about Salem?
Please submit ASAP. All are welcome and encouraged to submit a response!
 
Most District events have been suspended or cancelled including traditional Summer Camp. There will be an “online camp” for all ages! Check out sodcob.org for information. 
 
The Brethren Retirement Community (BRC) has an immediate need for PPE gowns. Sewers are needed to help meet this safety measure for staff and residents. BRC has purchased fabric, and Barb Brower is making kits for sewers to use. Each kit contains instructions, cut-out fabric, and binding for five gowns. Make arrangements to pick them up in Eaton or to have them delivered to your home. Contact Barb by email at barbbrower51@yahoo.com. Your assistance in meeting this urgent need is greatly appreciated!
 
Prayers
John E.-will be having major eye surgery on Thursday, March 28. Please be in prayer for him and Sue.
Genevieve F.-fell and broke her hip and a vertebrae
Bonnie L.-Sam Parker's sister in Florida has been diagnosed with Covid-19
Joy M.-recovering from kidney an infection and kidney stones
Phyllis W.-recovering from a stroke
Other Prayers: Barbara C., Shirley C., Janet H., Bill L., Leon & Waneta M., Kasey S., Phyllis W.
Long Term Needs: Elois C., Aaron M., Sam P., Chad P., Reta S.
Churches and more: Our district churches, Trinity Presbyterian Church, Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (Godiya Bitrus), Bethany Theological Seminary, for those struggling during this difficult time, for essential workers
 
Send a letter of encouragement...
Our shut-ins could use letters and cards as well. Addresses can be found in our current directory or by emailing or calling Carrie in the office.
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E-NEWS May 15, 2020

5/15/2020

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Here is the link for the Salem Pastor YouTube page. This Sunday's service will be available Sunday morning. You can also view previous services on this page as well. 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy2lR7-Re6vMQ092LxcLvyA

Online services and additional message can be accessed via our website. Check out salemcob.org

If you are unable to connect to any services on your computer let us know, and we can make a DVD or CD for you.​

Additional Announcements
Don't forget if you need pastoral care or anything else, the contact list is below.
Pastor Lee Saylor; 937-540-4533; iamleebob@gmail.com
Tom Hissong, Board Chair 937-931-3099; Tanger15@aol.com
Randy Schauer, Deacon Chair; 937-231-7627; rshaurer@aol.com

Please continue to communicate your needs to Pastor Lee and the Deacons.

We have been gathering via Zoom on Wednesday evenings to just say hi and connect. You are invited to join us using this link each Wednesday from about 7:00-8:00pm. 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85143803031?pwd=MXlCZHI1S092TzIzbVk1M01Bb0dkZz09
Meeting ID: 851 4380 3031
Password: 022471
One tap mobile +19292056099,,85143803031#,,#,022471# US (New York)


Carrie, the secretary, will start back in the office on Monday, from 9:00am-12:00noon. Her office hours are 9:00am-12:00noon, Monday-Friday.

We will have a special Board Meeting on Thursday, May 21, 7:00pm via Zoom. A link will be sent out next week. Information will go out to Board members very soon.  

Goodie Bags
We have an opportunity along with Happy Corner and Trotwood to show our appreciation for the work of the staff at Brethren Retirement Community. They have put in many hours to care for and keep the residents safe. You have an opportunity to provide a goodie bag for them. Each BROWN PAPER BAG should contain:
1 sweet snack
1 salty snack
1 energy bar
1 note of encouragement 

These bags should be dropped off to Salem CoB on Monday, May 18 or Tuesday, May 19, between the hours of 10:00am-12:00noon at the kitchen door.

Salem Pandemic Quilt
Salem members and friends can help create a quilt to remember this time. The quilters will compile squares from members and friends representing this time in our lives. The square needs to be 10.5 inches with an additional inch border on all sides. The fabric does not have to be stitched. You can use markers, fabric paint or some other way to make a square to represent you or your family during this time. If you have any further questions, please do reach out to Carol S.
Offerings and tithes can still be mailed to the church or put in the church mailbox. Your offering supports the work of Salem in the community and world! 

Much continues to be sent out via One Call. If you are not on One Call, have changed your number, need to add a number, or know of someone who needs to be added, please respond to this email or call the church office at 937-836-6145.

If you have a prayer request you’d like to go through the prayer chain, please call Deacon Sue Wampler at 937-286-4590. If she cannot be reached, please call Pastor Lee at 937-540-4533. 

Sunday Worship, Sunday School, Salem Bells, Shepherding Prayer Group, Sew What, and Wednesday Activities will resume at a later date. Watch for more information. 
We are continuing to follow the State and Federal guidelines for this pandemic. This is a fluid situation and we will continue to communicate and make changes as necessary.

Most District events have been suspended or cancelled including Summer Camp. Check out sodcob.org for information.

I've received a lot of positive feedback about the "celebrating community section" in the last two newsletters. For June...
Why is Salem your church home? Or what do you love most about Salem?
Some ideas-the people, the location, the preaching, the welcoming smiles, etc.
Send me a sentence or two. You may also send a photo along with your sentence.

Prayers
Joy M-recovering from kidney an infection and kidney stones
Genevieve F-fell and broke her hip and a vertebrae
Bonnie L-Sam P's sister in Florida has been diagnosed with Covid-19
Phyllis W-recovering from a stroke
Other Prayers: Barbara C, Shirley C, Janet H, Bill L, Leon & Waneta M, Kasey S, Phyllis W
Long Term Needs: Elois C, Aaron M, Sam P, Chad P, Reta S
Churches and more: Our district churches, Trinity Presbyterian Church, Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (Godiya Bitrus), Bethany Theological Seminary, for those struggling during this difficult time, for essential workers


Send a letter of encouragement...
Our shut-ins could use letters and cards as well. Addresses can be found in our current directory or by emailing or calling Carrie in the office.
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E-NEWS May 8, 2020

5/8/2020

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Sisters and brothers,
Here is the link for the Salem Pastor YouTube page. This Sunday's service will be available Sunday morning. You can also view all previous services on this page as well.
 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy2lR7-Re6vMQ092LxcLvyA 
Online services as well as Pastor's Lees recent pandemic message can be accessed via our website. 
If you are unable to connect to any services on your computer let us know, and we can make a DVD or CD for you.
 
We have been gathering via Zoom on Wednesday evenings to just say hi and connect. You are invited to join us using this link each Wednesday from about 7:00-8:00pm. 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85143803031?pwd=MXlCZHI1S092TzIzbVk1M01Bb0dkZz09
 
Meeting ID: 851 4380 3031
Password: 022471
One tap mobile
+19292056099,,85143803031#,,#,022471# US (New York)
 
Additional Announcements
Don't forget if you need pastoral care or anything else, the contact list is below.
Pastor Lee Saylor; 937-540-4533; iamleebob@gmail.com
Tom Hissong, Board Chair 937-931-3099; Tanger15@aol.com
Randy Schauer, Deacon Chair; 937-231-7627; rshaurer@aol.com
 
Please continue to communicate your needs to Pastor Lee and the Deacons.
 
Carrie, the secretary, continues to work mostly from home, but does come into the office a couple times a week. Please feel free to send an email or leave a voicemail on the church phone for non-emergency items. I will be checking both email and voicemail regularly. 937-836-6145 or salemcob@gmail.com

We would like to have a Salem Quilt created during this time of pandemic.  Those who are interested in doing this would be asked to create a 10.5 inch square, with a 1 inch space on all sides.  The quilt square can reflect whatever you would like it too.  Some suggestions may be creating a square that reflects something you have experienced during this pandemic, an activity that you and your family have done during this time, something that you are looking forward too when we can gather back together again.  The goal of this quilt is to have it be something that we create together, while apart, and are able to celebrate when we are joined together again.  This quilt will be blessed and be a fixture in our building.  If you have any questions, please contact Carol Shroyer.

Salem, Trotwood and Happy Corner would like to work together this upcoming week to create support bags for the employees of BRC.  These bags would contain snacks and a note of encouragement.  The snacks would be a salty snack, a sweet snack, and an energy bar.  We are asking for members to put these bags together in whatever number they can.  If you are interested in doing this, please contact Pastor Lee for further information no later than Friday May 15.
 
Offerings and tithes can still be mailed to the church or put in the church mailbox. Your offering supports the work of Salem in the community and world! 

Much continues to be sent out via One Call. If you are not on One Call, have changed your number, need to add a number, or know of someone who needs to be added, please respond to this email or call the church office at 937-836-6145.
 
If you have a prayer request you’d like to go through the prayer chain, please call Deacon Sue Wampler at 937-286-4590. If she cannot be reached, please call Pastor Lee at 937-540-4533. 
 
Sunday Worship, Sunday School, Salem Bells, Shepherding Prayer Group, Sew What, and Wednesday Activities will resume at a later date. Watch for more information.
 
We are continuing to follow the State and Federal guidelines for this pandemic. This is a fluid situation and we will continue to communicate and make changes as necessary.
 
Most District events have been suspended or cancelled including Summer Camp. Check out sodcob.org for information.

A thank you from Norma H.- It was sure good to hear from friends at Salem Church. I miss all of you so much. I surely was blessed with cards, telephone calls and so forth. Guess you all know that I am quarantined up here, because of the Coronavirus. It sure is not fun being in your room for so long by yourself.  Gets pretty lonely.  Several of you have sent cards, pictures and so forth, which really helps. Just remember that when this virus is over, my door is always open for you to come see me at BRC room number 272." 

Prayers
Joy M.-kidney infection and kidney stones
Genevieve F.-fell and broke her hip and a vertebrae and is currently at Miami Valley Hospital
Bonnie L.-Sam P.'s sister in Florida has been diagnosed with Covid-19

Barbara C., Shirley C., Janet H., Bill L., Leon & Waneta M., Kasey S.
Long Term Needs: Elois C., Aaron M., Sam P., Chad P., Reta S.
Churches and more: Our district churches, Trinity Presbyterian Church, Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (Godiya Bitrus), Bethany Theological Seminary, for those struggling during this difficult time, for essential workers

Send a letter of encouragement...
Our shut-ins could use letters and pictures. Addresses can be found in our current directory. 
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5/1/2020

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