Stake President Quinn Coburn and his wife Denna are originally from the northwest part of the U.S. but have lived in Ohio for the past 25 years. They are the parents of four sons and four wonderful daughters-in-law. President Coburn served a mission in Kobe, Japan, before pursuing an education in finance. He holds an MBA … More A New Stake Presidency

The Akron Ohio Stake again donated a tree to the Akron Children’s Hospital Festival of Trees fundraiser at the John S. Knight Center. President Talley chose the theme of “Light the World” to share the service ideas associated with the Church’s Light the World initiative. The tree was adorned with handmade ornaments from several children … More Light the World

The New Philadelphia Ward Bishopric was reorganized on November 11, 2018.  Bishop Tim McKnight was serving as the elders quorum instructor prior to his call but has served in three past bishoprics.  He served a full-time mission to Vienna, Austria, and his wife, Karen, was a missionary in the Philippines. They have five adult children … More New Philadelphia Bishopric Reorganized

by Elizabeth Nielson On Saturday, September 8, the Church held a fireside concerning religious freedom. The fireside took place in Columbus and was broadcast live to all stakes in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. The speakers included Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Elder Lance B. Wickman, Sister Hannah Smith, and … More Religious Freedom Broadcast

As a young man growing up, my father would often remind me that I had been given a good name and that I should never do anything that would tarnish it. This was good advice coming from a man I truly loved and respected. I, like Nephi of old, was born of goodly parents, and … More Stake Presidency Message

by Elizabeth Nielson When Brother Terry Barnett of the Ashland Ward took a break from college after three semesters in his early 20s, he figured he’d be going right back to school a few months later. His dad had passed away from cancer, and Brother Barnett wanted to take some time off. He began making … More August Graduates Enjoy Pathway Experience

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