BOARD OF HEALTH AND WELFARE

Space for Grace

The East Ohio Health and Welfare Committee Task Force on Clergy and Congregational Wellness has provided opportunities at annual conference to practice wholeness of mind, body and spirit for the last two years. Close to 400 people participated in the Space for Grace competition for “passport stamps” to health and wholeness by committing to healthier habits during annual conference.  

Participants were encouraged to take advantage of walking trails, relaxation and yoga classes and self care opportunities including chair massage, enjoying healthy local fruits and vegetables, attending Self-Care Covenant presentations, the new program for clergy and laity to promote self care and accountability for one’s whole health. Completion of the annual conference health check earned an additional passport stamp.

All ten East Ohio districts were well represented in the friendly district competition but Tuscarawas won first place with 73 participants.

Newly appointed Health and Welfare chair Rev. Lenore Robinson explains the need for balance and completeness in our lives, “God’s grace is always available but to receive its fullness, we need to make space for Grace in our lives.”