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November 30, 2022This advent, explore what it means to live with the hope of Christ. The promise of Christ’s coming again is a commitment to look for Christ's presence today. As a... continue reading -
November 22, 2022Do you need a title to be a leader? Do you need to be elected or appointed to a role to be a leader? In this final episode of this miniseries, we explore the... continue reading -
November 22, 2022Ministries across the West Ohio Conference were celebrated for their creative and innovative ways they engage with their communities at the 2023 Bishop’s Go Awards... continue reading -
November 22, 2022“One part of the world does not know what the other suffers. Many of them do not know, because they do not care to know: they keep out of the way of knowing it; and... continue reading -
November 22, 2022Giving Tuesday this year is Tuesday, November 29 - a day set aside to give back and support organizations doing vital work in our communities and around the world.... continue reading -
November 22, 2022Dates have been set for the 2023 Regional Leadership Training Days. Each region looks forward to hosting training events that will be full of educational and informative... continue reading -
November 22, 2022What You Need to Know: Same healthcare plan, no plan or insurance carrier changes! If you are not making ANY changes, you do not need to complete a new... continue reading -
November 22, 2022Please click here for Available Clergy Courses Article By now, you would have received a letter from Wespath if you contributed at least 3% of your compensation (before... continue reading -
November 22, 2022West Ohio clergy are encouraged to take advantage of two new courses and a two-day conference that will be available in 2023 through the support of the United Methodist... continue reading -
November 22, 2022Online giving is an important tool for church stewardship and a recommended practice for creating a culture of generosity in your church. The United Methodist Foundation... continue reading -
November 16, 2022This week we’re continuing our series about the question behind the question. This week the question is focused on leaders experiencing suffering and overwhelm. Or is... continue reading -
November 9, 2022Church leadership is exciting, challenging, and filled with questions. This mini-series, “The question behind the question,” seeks to explore how Christian... continue reading -
November 8, 2022Please join together in welcoming the return of Bishop Gregory V. Palmer and his wife, Cynthia, to West Ohio. Bishop Palmer has been the Resident Bishop of the Ohio West... continue reading -
November 8, 2022After electing 13 new bishops during their Nov. 2-5 meetings, the denomination’s five U.S. jurisdictional conferences announced episcopal assignments effective Jan. 1.... continue reading -
November 8, 2022The Commission on the General Conference announced today that the 2024 United Methodist General Conference will be held April 23 – May 3, 2024, at Charlotte... continue reading
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11/30/2022This advent, explore what it means to live with the hope of Christ. The promise of Christ’s coming again is a commitment to look for Christ's presence today. As a... continue reading
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3/14/2017Welcome to our Capitol Area Districts website! Bias Opinion Leading with the Heart of Christ This first week of Advent, Isaiah... continue reading
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11/22/2022Do you need a title to be a leader? Do you need to be elected or appointed to a role to be a leader? In this final episode of this miniseries, we explore the... continue reading
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11/22/2022Ministries across the West Ohio Conference were celebrated for their creative and innovative ways they engage with their communities at the 2023 Bishop’s Go Awards... continue reading
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11/22/2022“One part of the world does not know what the other suffers. Many of them do not know, because they do not care to know: they keep out of the way of knowing it; and... continue reading
Rev. Dr. Timothy L. Bias, Superintendent
Welcome to our Capitol Area Districts website!Bias Opinion
Leading with the Heart of Christ
This first week of Advent, Isaiah announces, “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness— on them light has shined. For to us a child is born, to us a son is given…” (Isaiah 9:2, 6)
Isaiah announces the coming of the Messiah, the Christ, the one we know as Jesus. As a Christ-centered leader, you are a follower of Jesus, and your leadership is centered upon Jesus. So, what does Isaiah’s announcement mean for you and for your leadership? What difference does Jesus, the Christ, make in your...continue reading