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NWOA Marshallese JRD UCC
Established on June 17, 2026, with the Northwest Ohio Association. Rev. Randon Jello serves as pastor. UCC Marshallese is the largest denomination among the Marshallese & on the islands. Many are descendants of Pacific Islanders displaced after U.S. nuclear testing in the Marshall Islands during the 1940's & 1950's. The islands are being affected by climate change that had caused rising sea levels. Programs provide language classes, cultural celebrations, events for the wider community, & intercultural understanding. Preserving the spiritual & cultural heritage of the Marshallese.
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NWOA Grace Community Center, Toledo
The Grace Community Center (GCC) offers year round education and social development programs to young people, family case management, employment and career development, GED preparation for adults, youth development and leadership programs, countless recreation programs, and collaboration with many social service organizations, to better the lives of hundreds of families in the Center's service area. In addition, the Center has recruited the assistance of numerous volunteers in the area. Besides, adult volunteers, many high school student volunteers are being trained through this process.
The Center's mission is "to encourage personal development and self actualization of individuals. Promoting and supporting social action efforts, that supports and promotes the growth of individuals and families." The work of Grace Center is family focused, creating both self-sufficiency and self-actualization. The Center focuses on educating low income single moms, developing self esteem opportunities, seeking and providing opportunities to assist them to become more employable and therefore more stable. Grace is also dedicated to preserving the neighborhood, where Grace is located, promoting and advocating the building and renovation of homes, safe streets and community partnerships.