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Formation Opportunities

The diocesan office of formation supports people of all ages and vocations in our diocese. From Procter Summer Camp to licensed ministry training, the formation team works with congregations to make disciples and to further the ministry of healing and reconciliation in our relationships with God, each other, and all of God’s creation.

Formation Opportunities

Procter Summer Camp

Procter Summer Camp

Procter Camp, a ministry of the Diocese of Southern Ohio, is a place for children, youth, and families to grow in faith, sing, learn, play, and pray together. Programs are offered for children in elementary school, middle school, and high school. Family camp and “silver camp” for adults are also offered. Learn more.

Education for Ministry

Education for Ministry (EfM) is a four-year distance learning certificate program in theological education based upon small-group study and practice. Contact the Rev. Cameron O’Riley for more information.

The Way of Love

The Way of Love, an offering from the Episcopal Church that provides resources to practice a justice-centered life. Learn more

Children and Youth

The Diocese of Southern Ohio provides support and resources for children, youth, young adult and family ministries. Learn more.

Licensed Ministry

Lay ministry comes in many forms, but some ministries require a license from the ecclesiastical authority in the diocese. Currently in the Diocese of Southern Ohio, worship leaders, preachers, and eucharistic ministers and visitors. Learn more.

Faith in Life Grants

The Faith in Life Committee acts as the trustees of an endowment from the Second Century Fund to provide grants for programs for christian education. Learn more.

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The Office of Formation Team

The Rev. Canon Jason Oden
Canon for Formation and New Episcopal Communities
email 513.885.5654 (mobile)

Adam Hayden
Director of Children, Youth, and Young Adult Ministry
email 812.430.4464 (mobile)

Emma Helmz-Steinmetz
Director of Formation Projects and Family Ministry
email 513.477.8184 (mobile)

The Rev. Joseph Kovitch
Missioner for New Episcopal Communities
email 614.499.6588 (mobile)

Miriam McKenney
Director of Dismantling Racism
email

Jake Otte
Latino Ministries
email
513.335.3536 (mobile)

The Rev. Christopher Richardson
Associate for Curriculum Development
email 614.499.3810 (mobile)