Northwest Ohio
A regional cohort of pastors gathering to engage culture biblically and support one another in Northwest Ohio.
Join the Northwest Ohio cohort—a community of 6–18 pastors committed to cultural engagement and peer learning. Over two four‑month sessions each year, participants explore topics like Biblical cultural engagement, identity, and sexuality alongside readings, livestreams, and in‑person meetings. Guided by [Facilitator Name], fellows develop sermons, church curricula, and outreach strategies tailored to the region.
Enjoy the camaraderie of peer networking and end the year with an abundance of practical steps to take toward shepherding your congregation and a fellowship celebration at the Essential Summit in Columbus.
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Pastor John Hovan
Community Vineyard Church
John has been serving Community Vineyard Church faithfully in a wide variaty of ways since 2008. in April of 2022, he joined paid staff as a full time pastor. He stepped into the role of Senior Pastor officially in April of 2023, taking the torch from Pastor Tom Bloom, who now serves as our Missions Pastor. John met and married his delightful wife Cara right here at Community Vineyard Church (formerly Community of Believers). Together they parent 3 beautiful children on a very fruitful homestead they call Eden Orchard. We've asked Pastor John and other leaders to answer a few questions that will help everyone get to know them better.