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The Council’s Governing Board is comprised of each bishop and/or executive leader or proxy of the 24 denominational governing bodies.  The Board meets two times each year. In addition, the Ohio Council of Churches Foundation supports the accomplishment of our vision and mission.  The Foundation is entrusted with the fiduciary responsibilities of our endowment and investments. Its' Board of Trustees consists of representatives from the 24 judicatories. The Council enjoys productive and meaningful relationships that create partnerships with Christian and interfaith organizations as well as civic agencies. In fact, our table has expanded to converse with all who are committed to advancing the common good.

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The Reverend David Long-Higgins

President

Conference Minister of the Heartland Conference of the United Church of Christ which includes Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and West Virginia.

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The Reverend Melanie W. J. Slane

Vice-President

Associate Rector for Mission, Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Cincinnati.

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The Reverend Adam B. Sornchai

Treasurer

Pastor of St. John Lutheran Church Cardington.

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The Reverend Allen V. Harris

Secretary

Regional Pastor and President, The Christian Church in Ohio (Disciples of Christ).

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