[Ohio-Communities-of-Faith] Ohio Communities Of Faith Meeting Invitation

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Meeting Invitation 

Subject: Invitation: Ohio Communities of Faith Meeting with Rev. Dr. Carolyn Peters

Dear Members and Friends,

You are cordially invited to our upcoming monthly meeting of the National Federation of the Blind - Ohio Communities of Faith.

We are honored to welcome Rev. Dr. Carolyn Peters, President of the National Federation of the Blind Communities of Faith Division, as our featured guest speaker. This is a wonderful opportunity to come together in fellowship, share our experiences, and hear an inspiring message from one of our affiliate leaders.

Meeting Details:
   
   - Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
   - Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
   - Location: Ohio Zoom Room
   - Topic: Faith, Fellowship, and Forward Motion

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We look forward to seeing you there and sharing in this evening of empowerment and faith.

Warmly

President, Rev. Dr. Carolyn Peters, Ohio Communities of Faith Team

 Presentation Outline: NFB Communities of Faith

1. Opening & Welcome (5 Minutes)
   
   - Call to Order: A brief welcome to all attendees and a short opening prayer or moment of reflection (consistent with the group’s practice).
   - Mission Statement: Remind the group that the Communities of Faith Division exists to ensure that blind people can participate fully in their religious communities.

2. Introduction of Rev. Dr. Carolyn Peters (5 Minutes)
   
   - Highlight her Role: Mention her leadership as President of the NFB Communities of Faith Division.
   - Her Impact: Briefly touch upon her dedication to removing barriers in places of worship and her role in spiritual advocacy.

3. Keynote Presentation (25-30 Minutes)
   
   - The Intersection of Faith and Blindness: Moving beyond "charity" to "participation."
   - Accessibility in the Sanctuary: How to advocate for Braille hymnals, large print, and audio descriptions in religious services.
   - The Affiliate Vision: What the NFB is doing at a affiliate level to support people of faith.

4. Q&A and Community Sharing (15 Minutes)
   
   - Open the floor for members to ask Rev. Dr. Peters questions.
   - Allow members to share local wins or challenges they are facing in their own congregations.

5. Closing Remarks (5 Minutes)
   
   - Announcements for upcoming Ohio affiliate events.
   - Closing thought or benediction.
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