Diocese of Southern Ohio

Clergy Family gathering
2026-07-18 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Caesar Creek State Park, 8570 E State Route 73, Waynesville, 45068, United States
More information TBA.

Eastern Regional Staff Work Day
2026-07-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Church of The Good Shepherd Athens, 64 University Terrace, Athens, OH, 45701-2913, US
In 2025, we took important steps in reinvigorating connections across churches at the regional level in the Diocese of Southern Ohio. We experimented with Regional Staff Work Days, in which diocesan staff traveled together to sites around the diocese, increasing access to in-person meetings and fellowship with local leaders. At the same time, a task force met and gathered with lay and clergy leaders for conversation and input about the ways we gather across geography, a process that resulted in the creation of four new regions.
As a continuation of that investment in accessibility and connection, the diocesan staff will once again hit the road in 2026, offering opportunities to meet, learn, celebrate, and connect beyond the walls of your own church.
In each region of the diocese, the diocesan staff will be present for Staff Work Days, offering the opportunity for drop-in fellowship and appointments with local leaders, reducing barriers for face-to-face connection.
Eastern Region: Friday, July 24, Good Shepherd, Athens
10-11 am – Drop-in Fellowship Hour with light snacks and coffee.
11-3 pm – Staff available for pre-made appointments.
No RSVP required to join the Regional Staff Days, but please make an appointment if wanting to meet with staff.
Schedule with staff member

Eastern Region Vestry and Wardens Day
2026-07-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Church of The Good Shepherd Athens, 64 University Terrace, Athens, OH, 45701-2913, US
All returning and newly elected vestry members, junior and senior wardens, and their clergy are invited to spend a day at Good Shepherd, Athens, reflecting on Scripture through prayer and conversation, considering together their charge as leaders of congregations, building connections with leaders from across the diocese, learning content from the College for Congregational Development, and more.
All vestry members, senior and junior wardens, and their clergy are invited to attend. There is no cost for this event.
Registration coming soon.

Threshold
2026-08-20 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-17 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-15 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-11-19 12:00 - 15:00, 2027-02-18 12:00 - 15:00, 2027-03-18 12:00 - 15:00, 2027-04-15 12:00 - 15:00, 2027-08-19 12:00 - 15:00 and 3 more dates | Procter Center, 11235 St. Rt. 38 SE, London, OH, 43140, United States
Threshold is a fresh focus on leadership for priests who are new to the diocese, and resident clergy who are transitioning into new leadership roles in one of our parishes.
Participants are invited to attend eight sessions that run on a rotating basis throughout the course of one year covering a wide range of topics to prepare you well to step into your new roles with confidence and care.
In our sessions, we will cover: Trust Development, Communication and Conflict Resolution, Culture Building and Vision Casting, Church Finances and Property Stewardship, Who to Call on the Diocesan Staff, Worship & Liturgy, Collegial Relationships, and Health and Wellness. To graduate from the program, participants are asked to attend each of these eight sessions once.

Women Clergy Respite Day
2026-09-10 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-12-03 09:30 - 12:00 | Transfiguration Spirituality Center, 469 Albion Ave, Glendale, Ohio, 45246
Transfiguration Spirituality Center (TSC) is excited to present four morning gatherings specifically for women clergy this year!
As women clergy and faith-leaders, we will gather for mutual support, encouragement, and inspiration. You are invited to take time to pause, reflect, and honor our lives and ministry. Grounded in God’s love, the mornings will include refreshments, reflection, prayer, sharing, and ritual, followed by lunch at a nearby restaurant.
Details

TSC, 495 Albion Ave., Glendale, OH 45246
March 5, June 4, Sep 10, Dec 3

9:30 AM – Gather
10:00 AM – Noon – Program

Look for more information and registration opening February 1 at: www.ctretreats.org/events
Registration is only so we have numbers. This event is free, though please consider a donation to cover costs.
The programming for these mornings will be Christian based.
Questions? Contact Liz Keuffer at liz@ctsisters.org
Women clergy of all faiths are welcome to join us for Rest and Rekindle, our Women Clergy Retreat being held October 5 – 8, 2026 at TSC. We will send out an email, or you can keep checking the above website for details as we get closer.

Holy Cross Clergy Day
2026-09-16 | Procter Center, 11235 St. Rt. 38 SE, London, OH, 43140, United States
Clergy are invited to participate in a retreat day at Procter Center for Holy Cross Day. More information TBA.

Threshold
2027-01-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Diocesan House, 412 Sycamore Street, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202
