West Ohio Annual Conference

God’s miracles were abundant at the 43rd Session of the West Ohio Annual Conference, evidenced through the breakthrough spirit, unity and faithfulness of its members. Held at Lakeside Chautauqua, June 10-13, 2012, the focus was global health: eliminating the diseases of poverty.


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