NW Ohio District Nazarene

Exponential Conference 2025
2025-11-18 - 2025-11-20
Exponential 2025
Chicago
November 18–20, 2025

Join us and take your team to the Exponential Conference in Naperville, IL! We have purchased 50 tickets (value of $99 per ticket) for pastors and church leaders in our district to get immersed in what it means to become a multiplying church that makes disciples and sends out teams to start new works. We’ll also cover one night of your hotel room so you only need to pay for one night (estimated cost is $145).
Our goal is that every district pastor and their teams attend at least one of these catalyzing events over the next 3 years. We’ll coordinate a couple of large shuttle buses for transportation so the only cost for your team is hotel accommodations.
Watch the sneak peek video of a prior event HERE to see what it’s all about.
To register click this link: Register Now
Questions? Contact Mark Coulter at mark.coulter@nwoteam.church or Andy Monnin at andy.monnin@nwoteam.church

Pastor's Leadership Day
2025-11-11 09:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Pastor’s Leadership Day
November 11, 2025 | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Register Here

We believe MVNU is uniquely poised for this next chapter in the life of the Church of the Nazarene. Together with you, our pastors, we want to explore how we can best equip:

Lead Pastors through flexible, accessible pathways of training.
Pastoral Staff who long to serve their congregations and communities with deeper biblical and theological grounding.
College students as they discern their call and prepare for ministry.

Whether through the Course of Study, internships, residency programs, or graduate degrees, MVNU is committed to strategic and innovative ways of equipping ministry leaders across our field. The Way Forward is about partnership—bringing together the university, the local church, and pastors like you. We are especially excited for you to hear from Dr. Doug Matthews, our new Chair for the Division of Christian Ministries, Dr. Colleen Derr, our Executive Vice President & Chief Academic Officer, and Dr. Carson Castleman, our President.
We would love for you to come, learn, and join the conversation as we discern together what God is calling us to in this next season.
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Location: Foster Hall, Ariel Arena – Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Cost: $49
Together, we’ll shape the future of theological education and strengthen the church for generations to come.

Register Here

Healthy Church Workshop - Mental Weariness
2025-11-11 09:30 - 11:00 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Healthy Church Workshop – Mental Weariness
November 11

District Resource Center / Cross Oak Camp
Register Now!

This 90-minute workshop is part 1 of a 4-part workshop series designed to address the very real challenges YOU told us you are facing. This is FREE for NWO Pastors and staff. Non-NWO can attend for $25.

The reality of Mental Weariness stems from pressures that feel ever-present over a long period of time. These stressors can stem from being constantly needed, always “on”, seeking and failing to meet expectations, dealing with an unpredictable schedule, navigating frequent conflict, decision fatigue, walking through multiple losses, and feeling disappointment with people or progress. You were not called by God to be the most stressed pastor or leader. You were called to model the hope of following Jesus by leading as a healthy shepherd! This workshop will equip pastors, staff and faith leaders with practical tools and processes to shift from mental weariness to a mind set on the Spirit that is life and peace!
Attendees will:

Gain education on the neuroscience behind mental weariness
Bring into the light hidden factors that contribute to mental weariness
Be equipped with healthy coping, thinking and action strategies
Create a next step strategy to move into the reality of a mindset and rhythm that bring
life and peace
Become healthier pastors leading healthier churches!

Register Now!

Night of Worship
2025-11-09 18:00 | Lima Community, 2945 N Cole St, Lima, OH, 45801
Night of Worship – MVNU on the Road at Lima Community
November 9 | 6pm
Lima Community Church
Experience an evening of worship and community with:

MVNU Collegians Chorale
Music & Ministry group “Transformed”
Alumni Quartet
Worship, led by Jon Nicholas – ’98 Grad
Special message from Dr. Carson Castleman, MVNU President

Don’t miss this powerful night of praise and community!
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Fall Retreat 2025
2025-10-31 18:00 - 2025-11-02 11:00 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Fall Retreat 2025
October 31-November 2, 2025

Cross Oak Camp

Greetings on behalf of the Fall Retreat 2025 Staff. We are excited to present to you the details for Fall Retreat 2025! This event has grown into something really special, and we are looking forward to that again this year. Our theme for this year is Revival! We are still finalizing lots of details and will be releasing those details as we finalize them. For now, though, REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

When Is Fall Retreat?
October 31-November 2, 2025
Check in is 6:00-7:00 Friday Evening **PLEASE REMEMBER: DINNER WILL NOT BE SERVED AT RETREAT FRIDAY NIGHT. EACH GROUP WILL EAT ON THEIR OWN BEFORE ARRIVAL**
Dismissal is at 11:00 AM Sunday

What Ages Can Attend?
Any student who is currently in 6th grade through current seniors in high school. (Whether or not 6th graders are invited is up to each church.)

Where Does Fall Retreat Take Place?
Cross Oak Camp and Conference Center
272 Jack Oak Road
St. Marys, OH 45885

What Are We Going To Do At Fall Retreat?
First and foremost, we are going to work toward a deeper relationship with Christ. We are devoting this weekend to allowing God to Revive us. But we’ll do lots more including hearing challenging messages, fun and games, concerts and more. Oh, and we’ll keep the Cross Oak crew busy cranking out milkshakes.

Registration Deadlines

Regular Registration
October 5, 2025
Students $145
Adults $100

Late Registration
October 12, 2025
Students $170
Adults $125

More Information:
All information, registration links and graphics package for promotion can be found at www.nwonyievents.org

What's Included?

Entrance to all Sessions and activities

Breakfast Saturday through Breakfast Sunday

Late night snacks

Retreat T-Shirt

How to Register
All registrations are done online through our Camp Toolkit registration system. This can be found at camps.nwoteam.church/go. Each church leader will get a login to be able to manage that church’s registration. If you did not create this account for a previous NYI Event, please reach out to josh@thewellnaz.org.
*Leaders – please help us out by keeping track of your church’s registrations through the above login. With this large of a group, it is really hard to make adjustments upon realizing that your church is missing registrations after the registration deadlines. Logging in on your own and knowing who has not completed registrations is extremely important.
Payments for retreat will be done via invoices to each church. Churches will be responsible for collecting payments from individuals, then submitting one payment to the district.

Refund Policy
Because certain aspects of retreat must be paid in advance, we are unable to issue full refunds. Churches will be responsible for payment of all registrations. Cancellations up to 2 weeks prior will be responsible for a $50 payment. Cancellations less than 2 weeks prior will be responsible for full registration payment.

How Many Adults Should We Bring?
We are requiring a minimum of 1 adult per 6 students and one adult per gender. So if you have 5 girls and 1 boy, you’ll need both a male and a female chaperone. “Adult” is defined as over 20 years of age.
*if you are a small church with a few teens, but don’t have an adult to send, please reach out to josh@thewellnaz.org. We’d like to help make it work for you!

What Should I Bring?
Yourself, Bible, Writing Utensil, Clothes, Extra Cash for Snack Bar, Laundry Bag, Toiletries, Bed linens, towels. Plan for every kind of weather (you just never know in early November)! Also some sleeping areas are separate from shower facilities. Plan accordingly.

What Should I Not Bring?
Normal contraband: Weaponry, Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, Fireworks, etc.
Student Vehicles: Students driving during event will be sent home! Electronics: Please don’t bring items that aren’t absolutely necessary
*This is an incomplete list and we reserve the right to confiscate items deemed inappropriate until the end of the event. Thanks for your understanding.

Action Pak'd Day
2025-10-27 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Action Pak’d Day

September 27, 2025 | Starting at 9:00am

Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center

For ages 4-104! The NWO NMI District invites you to worship, connect, & serve by packing supplies for neighbors near & far.
Breakfast, lunch, and t-shirt included.
$15 for ages 4-12. $25 for ages 13 thru adult.
Registration open now!

Ministry Discovery and Assessment Center (MDAC)
2025-10-10 13:30 - 2025-10-12 12:00 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Ministry Discovery and Assessment Center (MDAC)
October 10-9, 2025

Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center

The Ministry Discovery and Assessment Conference is a weekend for district-licensed ministers to help you discover your greatest gifts, develop you as a leader, provide peer learning and encouragement, all the while helping you gain a better understanding of your leadership style and providing self-aware of areas needed for growth and greater effectiveness. MDAC is a required step in the journey toward ordination.
Both the candidate and spouse (if married) must participate in the entire weekend event.
There is a significant amount of preparation for the event.
An application for both the candidate and the spouse must be filled out ahead of the event, plus three separate assessments for both the candidate and the spouse. The deadline is Monday, August 18.
The weekend begins at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Friday and will go through Sunday at approximately noon.
Email Chip Bullock at ChipBullock@limacc.com to register.

The Power of One
2025-10-07 18:30 - 2025-10-09 21:00
The Power of One
OCTOBER 7, 8 & 9, 2025
Evenings 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
HOSTED IN 3 LOCATIONS ACROSS NWO DISTRICT

October 7 – Springfield High Street Church

October 8 – Lima Community Church

October 9 – Napoleon Church of the Nazarene

THE POWER OF ONEA Call to Make Disciples Who Make DisciplesMission: We are not called to wait for people to come to us—we are called to go.
This evening is for your entire church.You, your leadership teams, and your congregation are invited to a district-wide experience where evangelism meets discipleship in a powerful and personal way.It’s time to step beyond the Christian bubble and intentionally seek the one—the lost person God has placed in your life.
What to Expect

A clear challenge to rediscover the mission of the Church
Real stories and biblical teaching that will awaken your passion
Simple, practical tools to help you and your church make disciples
A renewed sense of purpose—and action steps to walk it out

EVENT DETAILS6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

October 7 – Springfield High Street Church
October 8 – Lima Community Church
October 9 – Napoleon Church of the Nazarene

Snacks and drinks provided. Bring a group of at least 10 people ready to disciple others.

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Meet Daryl Cripe who will lead the Impact of One
From a dairy farm in Indiana to the creative corridors of Universal Studios, Daryl’s story is a powerful testament of God’s redirection. After coming to Christ in his mid- 20s, Daryl left the entertainment industry to step into full-time ministry, serving on executive teams of large, mission-driven churches. Now with over a decade of experience equipping churches worldwide—from the U.S. to Europe and the Middle East—he helps leaders reclaim their missional purpose. A lover of great coffee, dark chocolate, and creative arts, Daryl is passionate about helping churches find simple, practical ways to live out the Great Commission.
Want to get a taste of what you’ll experience?Watch or listen to Daryl’s interview with Carey Nieuwhof:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuQb58jedxQ orSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6f0sQxEgwqneWBCrcXHGan?si=714a9c7e542c424b
From District Superintendent Andy Monnin:“We just don’t need another event. We need a movement of disciple-makers. This is it. Let’s step into it together.”
If you have any questions, you can email andy.monnin@nwoteam.church or the District Resource Center at kellie.anderson@nwoteam.church.

KidzMatter Conference
2025-10-07 - 2025-10-09
KidzMatter Conference
October 7-9, 2025

Evansville, Indiana

Join NWO District Children’s Pastors and Leaders as they head to Evansville, Indiana from October 7-9, 2025 at the leading event for Children’s Ministry Leaders and their teams. We have a select amount of tickets reserved for our district at the rate of $95 while supplies last. Additional expenses will include housing and meals. You will be required to get those on your own but we will do our best to connect you with others from the district if you are interested in sharing expenses.

In 2024, 26 individuals from the district attended and returned to their local churches encouraged and equipped in their efforts to reach the youngest disciples.

We believe so much in equipping Children’s Ministry Leaders, that we pre-purchased 20 tickets at the low rate of $95 and have them available to NWO leaders while supplies last. If you’d like to reserve one of those select tickets, register here.

If you would like more information about the conference including offered breakout sessions, visit the conference site here: The KidzMatter Conference 2025.

2025 Global Leadership Summit
2025-08-07 - 2025-08-08 | Lima Community, 2945 N Cole St, Lima, OH, 45801
2025 Global Leadership Summit
August 7-8, 2025

Hosted in Northwestern Ohio at Lima Community Church

The Global Leadership Summit was created to help increase our leadership capacity so we can realize the dream of moving the team to reach the vision God has given us.
The Global Leadership Summit is August 7-8, 2025, and is being hosted in Northwestern Ohio for you at the AXIS building at Lima Community.
This event gathers some of the best visionary leaders from around the world for two days of immersion in effective leadership strategies, profound insights, inspiring stories, and strategic collaboration and networking.
Want to see who is going to be leading? Check out the Global Leadership Summit page.
It’s not enough just to pastor – we are called to lead our teams, people, and churches somewhere so we can do the thing God has called us to do. And there are skills and leadership mindsets we can learn and build that will make us more effective in doing just that.
You get to sit in the room with leaders who have made the kind of impact we want to make and who have done some of the hard things we need to do.
Click Here to Register for GLS.The price for the event is $149 through May 7 and $169 from then on.
If you have any questions, you can email BradTaylor@limacc.com or theDistrict Resource Center at kellie.anderson@nwoteam.church.

Leader Development Program
2025-07-30 - 2025-08-02 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Leader Development Program
July 30-August 2

Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center

Students (Ages 16 – 22) will have the opportunity to study and develop leadership skills while serving as a junior counselor or support staff at the Anchored in Christ Skippers Camp for kids in grades 1 – 3. It all begins with Boot Camp where students will begin to learn how God has uniquely created them to lead and then launched to serve both at summer camp and in their local churches.

Children's Summer Camp (Grades 1-3)
2025-07-30 - 2025-08-02 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Children’s Summer Camp
Grades 1-3

July 30-August 2

Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center

This summer, send your kids on an adventure where kids will learn how they can be Anchored in Christ through both the calm and the storms of life. Kids will also have the opportunity to build friendships and connect with others by participating in a variety of fun camp activities such as engaging worship services, crafts, games, swimming, snacks, Bible Quizzing, Science Experiments, cabin competitions, Missionary Moments, and much, much more!

Children's Summer Camp (Grades 4-6)
2025-07-27 - 2025-07-30 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Children’s Summer Camp
Grades 4-6

July 27-30

Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center

This summer, send your kids on an adventure where kids will learn how they can be Anchored in Christ through both the calm and the storms of life. Kids will also have the opportunity to build friendships and connect with others by participating in a variety of fun camp activities such as engaging worship services, crafts, games, swimming, snacks, Bible Quizzing, Science Experiments, cabin competitions, Missionary Moments, and much, much more!

NWO Teen Camp 2025
2025-07-09 - 2025-07-13 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
RESTORED | NWO Teen Camp 2025
July 9-13, 2025
Cross Oak Camp

Information Packet- HERE

We are excited to invite you and your students to Teen Camp 2025! This is always an unforgettable week of spiritual growth, powerful worship, impactful messages, meaningful community, and of course, epic fun.
This year’s theme is RESTORED, drawn from 2 Corinthians 5:16–17. Throughout the week, students will be reminded that through Christ, they are made new—restored in identity, purpose, and relationship with Him. Because of what Christ has done, we believe students will walk away knowing they are—restored in identity, purpose, and relationship with Him.
In addition to times of worship and teaching, camp will include exciting activities, late-night fun, and creative theme nights like Hawaiian Night, Movie Night, and Tie-Dye Night.
Registration opens May 1st. Please review all deadlines and details to ensure your group is ready to register on time.
Below you’ll find a link to the full Camp Info Packet as well as a downloadable graphics package to help promote Teen Camp at your church.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to one of our camp co-directors:

Taylor Mabry – taylor.mabry@thevalley.church
Austin Hill – austinhill@msnazarene.org
Joe Hurst – joehurst@limacc.com

We are looking forward to an amazing week at Teen Camp 2025!
Information Packet- HEREGraphics Packet- HERE

District Advance 2025 | SENT
2025-06-20 - 2025-06-21 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
District Advance | SENT 2025
St Mary’s, OH
June 20-21, 2025

This impactful two-day event includes practical teaching, breakout sessions, inspiring preaching, powerful life-change stories, great news from around the world, and moving times of worship and celebration, all moving toward a powerful Celebration of Ministry service.
This SENT Conference at NWO’s District Advance will inspire and equip our teams to make disciples and will model what all of us want to see happen in our local churches. From the teaching to the connections made and celebration of the great things that we are seeing across our churches, it will prepare our teams and churches for the new things God wants to do in Northwestern Ohio and beyond.
This event will feature keynotes and breakouts from:

Jon Ferguson, Co-founding pastor of Community Christian Church, NewThing, and Exponential
Jad & Jamie Levi, Founder of Trinitas, Decentralized Networks of Churches and former Alpha Director
Dwayne Mills, Appalachia Reach Out
Dr Fili Chambo, Mission Catalyzer and General Superintendent
Rondy Smith, Founder of Rest Stop Ministries and | Missional Community Engagement Catalyzer
David Mills, Vice President of Spiritual Life at Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Chip Bullock, Lead Pastor and Disciple-Maker from Lima Community
Dan Spaite, Professor in Medicine and Disciple-Maker
Andy Monnin, Disciple-Maker and District Superintendent

There is no charge for this event is but registration is required. Individuals can register on their own, or someone on your team can register your group all at once – whatever is easiest.
Register for District Advance 2025
Visit NWO’s District Advance 2025 Website for complete event details and to download promotional materials to share with your church or friends.
Questions? Please contact Kellie.Anderson@nwoteam.church.

NWO Camp Gathering 2025 | MADE FOR MORE
2025-06-15 - 2025-06-19 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Camp Gathering 2025 |MADE FOR MORE
St Mary’s, OH
June 15-19, 2025

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MADE FOR MORE
Sunday Kickoff Service6:00pm with Evangelist and Pastor, Lindsey MurphyWorship MusicThe Worship Leader for all the services at Made for More Camp Gathering will be Pastor Mike McKenzie, Urbana NazareneMORNING SERVICES, Monday – Thursday @ 10:30 amMonday: Pastor Marty DennisTuesday: Pastor Justin BraunWednesday: Pastor Jared BurgessThursday: Pastor Brian RichardsonEVENING SERVICES, Monday – Wednesday @ 7:00 pmMonday – Wednesday: Evangelist and Pastor, Lindsey Murphy
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Coffee and Conversations @ The Shelter House with Pastor Carol RetcherMonday-Thursday 8:30 am
FOOD SERVICE:Snack Shack: open Monday – Thursday, from 12:00 – 1:00pmDining Hall: open Monday- Wednesday from 5:00 – 6:00pmCost of dinner will be $6/adult and $3/child. Credit/Debit accepted.Snack Shack will also open each night following the evening service.
CHILDREN’S SCHEDULE:Children’s programming will be available for all Camp Gathering services.

Staffed Nursery, 0-2 yrs old, located in the Auditorium (Tabernacle)
Preschool Age, 3 yrs.- Kindergarten, located in Albea Hall (must be potty trained)
Elementary Age, 1st-5 th Grades, located in the West Dining Room

RECREATION:

Open gym on Monday-Wednesday from 1-4:00pm
Pool will be open Monday-Thursday 1-4:00pm
Free S’mores, campfire, and a family movie at the Pergola Thursday at 9:00 pm.

Bring your own chairs.
The Camp Gathering ends Thursday after the morning service. District Advance begins Friday Morning.
LODGING:
To make a reservation for RV Camping Spots/ with hookups pleasecontact john.schwieterman@crossoakcamp.com or call/text 234-759-0625.Check out our facilities here: Cross Oak Camp Accommodations.

Dorm-style rooms are still available (Families will be given an entire room)
Inn-style rooms and cabins – only a few are still available
RV Park – Spaces with 30/50 Amp Hookups are available

Important Note: Checkout is at 10:00 am on Saturday, please return keys at the shelter house.
QUESTIONS? Contact Kellie.Anderson@nwoteam.church.

Field (Regional)
2025-05-17 | Mount Vernon Nazarene University, 800 Martinsburg Rd., Mount Vernon, OH, 43050
Dig Sites 1-20 Time TBD

Children's Ministry Leader Connect
2025-04-07 | Defiance Church of The Nazarene, 1656 S. Jefferson Ave., Defiance, OH, United States
Children’s Ministry Leader Connect
Monday, April 7 | 11:00 AM

Defiance Church of the Nazarene

Connect, Collaborate, and Celebrate Ministry to Children along with other leaders from our district.

Big Serve
2025-04-05 - 2025-04-06
Big Serve
April 5-6, 2025

Every NWO Church

Big Serve is a weekend for every church in Northwestern Ohio to join together and serve their communities. Projects can vary from community to community and may include assisting local non-profit organizations such as shelters, food pantries, and senior adult services. Churches can also volunteer with local schools and parks to assist with projects such as weeding, painting, and maintenance. Churches may also take this opportunity to bless and show appreciation to first responders, teachers and veterans.
Choose your projects (it doesn’t have to be complicated – pick-up trash along a walking path or give away quarters at a laundromat! Bless your community!
Our goal is that every church joins in the Big Serve in some way.
Blessing Our Community Resources

District Quiz
2025-04-04 13:00 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Dig Sites 1-20 1pm

Zone/Network
2025-03-08 10:00 | Tipp City, 1221 W. Main St., Tipp City, OH, 45371
Dig Sites 1-20 10AM

Global KidMin Day
2025-03-01
Global KidMin Day
Tuesday, March 1

An free online training event for children’s ministry partners available from KidzMatter Ministries. Visit here (Global KidMin Week) to register to attend and find out more details about the opportunity.

Children's Ministry Leader Connect
2025-02-27 | Quest Community Church
Children’s Ministry Leader Connect
Thursday, February 27 | 10:00 AM

Quest Community Church

Connect, Collaborate, and Celebrate Ministry to Children along with other leaders from our district.

M25 Conference
2025-02-10 - 2025-02-12 | Kansas City, Kansas City, MO, United States
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Click to get a glimpse of the M25 Conference.
The M25 Conference, designed to inspire, connect, and equip pastors and church leaders from across the United States and Canada, will be held February 10-12, 2025 in Kansas City. The M25 Conference will help pastors and church leaders grow in their ability and effectiveness to share the saving grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Attendees will be encouraged, equipped, and empowered in new and creative ways to share the gospel! The agenda for the conference includes plenary speakers, break-out workshops, affinity group meetings, and corporate worship time. Participants will be encouraged, equipped, and empowered to engage in new ways to bring people to Jesus. Jesus is calling all people to Himself and as believers, we are co-workers in the work of evangelism. We encourage you to being a whole group to this conference. More details coming soon.

Practice Meet 3
2025-02-01 10:00
Dig Sites 1-15 10am

NWO District Team Christmas Party
2024-12-02 18:00 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
NWO District Team Christmas Party
Monday, December 2 | 6:30 PM

NWO District Activity Center

This festive celebration is hosted by the district for all those who serve as pastors, key directors, or are retired ministers in the local church. It includes their spouses. The doors open at 6:00 pm and the event starts at 6:30 pm. We’ll have some great fun, eat really well, and celebrate Jesus!
We need team registrations by Friday, November 22. Click this registration link to reserve a spot for you and your team.

Practice Meet 2
2024-11-23 10:00
Dig Sites 1-10 10am

Church Planting/Multi-Site Campus Pastor Assessment
2024-11-14 - 2024-11-16 | The Valley Church, 1400 Seidel Pkwy, Piqua, OH
This 2-1/2-day assessment is designed to evaluate future Church Planters & Campus Pastors’ readiness and capacity for launching new starts–either through church planting or through a multi-site approach. (Spouses of those being assessed are required to attend the assessment and participate in all activities, but are not being assessed themselves.)

The cost of the assessment is $250. This will cover part of the cost of accommodations, food, snacks, and materials. Note: most districts will cover all or part of the cost of the assessment. Meals will be provided on-site for Friday (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and Saturday (breakfast and lunch). Hotel rooms will be provided Thursday and Friday evenings.

To register, fill out this Church Planting Assessment Form If you have questions or need help registering, please reach out to Stacey Widney.

You can learn more about the assessment here: Church Planting Assessment

Download information HERE

Fall Retreat 2024
2024-11-01 18:00 - 2024-11-03 11:00 | Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys, OH, 45885
Fall Retreat 2024
November 1-3, 2024

Cross Oak Camp

Greetings on behalf of the Fall Retreat 2024 Staff. We are excited to present to you the details for Fall Retreat 2024! This event has grown into something really special, and we are looking forward to that again this year. Our theme for this year is Pour it Out, based on Psalm 62:8. Sometimes in life we get so caught up in the ins and outs of our daily lives that it’s hard to focus on emptying ourselves in worship of God. Every year, Fall Retreat provides that opportunity. Students will be encouraged to take a step back, take a deep breath, and pour out their hearts to God, who is our refuge.

When Is Fall Retreat?
November 1-3, 2024
Check in is 6:00-7:00 Friday Evening **PLEASE REMEMBER: DINNER WILL NOT BE SERVED AT RETREAT FRIDAY NIGHT. EACH GROUP WILL EAT ON THEIR OWN BEFORE ARRIVAL**
Dismissal is at 11:00 AM Sunday

What Ages Can Attend?
Any student who is currently in 6th grade through current seniors in high school. (Whether or not 6th graders are invited is up to each church.)

Where Does Fall Retreat Take Place?
Cross Oak Camp and Conference Center
272 Jack Oak Road
St. Marys, OH 45885

What Are We Going To Do At Fall Retreat?
First and foremost, we are going to work toward a deeper relationship with Christ. We are devoting this weekend to creating space to pour out our lives to God. But we’ll do lots more including hearing challenging messages, fun and games, concerts and more. Oh, and we’ll keep the Cross Oak crew busy cranking out milkshakes.

Registration Deadlines
Regular Registration
October 6, 2024
Students $125
Adults $95
Late Registration
October 13, 2024
Students $150
Adults $120

More Information:
All information, registration links and graphics package for promotion can be found at www.nwonyievents.org

What's Included?

Entrance to all Sessions and activities
Breakfast Saturday through Breakfast Sunday
Late night snacks
Retreat T-Shirt

How to Register
HOW TO REGISTER
All registrations are done online through our Camp Toolkit registration system. This can be found at camps.nwoteam.church/go. Each church leader will get a login to be able to manage that church’s registration. If you did not create this account for summer camp, please reach out to josh@thewellnaz.org.
Payments for retreat will be done via invoices to each church. Churches will be responsible for collecting payments from individuals, then submitting one payment to the district.

Refund Policy
Because certain aspects of retreat must be paid in advance, we are unable to issue full refunds. Churches will be responsible for payment of all registrations. Cancellations up to 2 weeks prior will be responsible for a $40 payment. Cancellations less than 2 weeks prior will be responsible for full registration payment.

How Many Adults Should We Bring?
We are requiring a minimum of 1 adult per 6 students and one adult per gender. So if you have 5 girls and 1 boy, you’ll need both a male and a female chaperone. “Adult” is defined as over 20 years of age.
*if you are a small church with a few teens, but don’t have an adult to send, please reach out to josh@thewellnaz.org. We’d like to help make it work for you!

What Should I Bring?
Yourself, Bible, Writing Utensil, Clothes, Extra Cash for Snack Bar, Laundry Bag, Toiletries, Bed linens, towels. Plan for every kind of weather (you just never know in early November)! Also some sleeping areas are separate from shower facilities. Plan accordingly.

What Should I Not Bring?
Normal contraband: Weaponry, Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, Fireworks, etc.
Student Vehicles: Students driving during event will be sent home! Electronics: Please don’t bring items that aren’t absolutely necessary
*This is an incomplete list and we reserve the right to confiscate items deemed inappropriate until the end of the event. Thanks for your understanding.

Practice Meet 1
2024-10-12 10:00
Dig Sites 1-5
