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Ted Oatts Joins SCBO as Ohio Baptist Foundation Consultant Ohio Baptist churches, pastors, and church members often need expert advice in areas such as fi - nancial issues, estate planning, real estate acquisition or liquida- tion, insurance, and legal matters. SCBO has a new resource person to meet these needs. On January 1, Ted Oatts joined the state By Stephanie Heading, managing editor
“My gifts, skills, and talents include music, administra- tion, problem solving, knowledge, discretion, and wis- dom,” he said. “Delivering the message of the OBF that the more you give, the more good we can do to help oth- ers is a message I believe I can effectively carry to pas - tors, churches, and SCBO members around the state.” Oatts is planning an OBF Summer Seminar in 2026. The seminar, “Leaving a Legacy,” will make stops in Cin- cinnati in May, Dayton in June, Cleveland in July, and Columbus in August. More information will be released when it becomes available. As Oatts begins this new position, he also has a person- al goal. “The older I get, the more focused I am on finishing well. It has been my passion to see the OBF grow so that more people become aware of the opportunity to give a gift that leaves a lasting legacy,” Oatts shared. “My hope is to make the OBF a first thought rather than an afterthought to all who are interested in wise estate planning, financial planning, giving to your loved ones, and to the kingdom. Help yourself, your loved ones, and the kingdom at the same time. For more information, contact Oatts at toatts@ohiobaptistfoundation.org.
convention as the Ohio Baptist Foundation (OBF) Con - sultant. Oatts is the CEO and Broker/Owner of Worthing- ton Realty and a member of Dublin Baptist Church. Oatts has years of experience in the public square and with the Ohio Baptist Foundation (OBF) and looks for - ward to using it to help Ohio Baptists. “Having been involved with the OBF as a volunteer and as a donor for the last four decades, I have seen the good that comes from the donations of people who care about Ohio churches, pastors, and ministries that lift up the name of Jesus and help others,” Oatts said. As the OBF consultant, Oatts plans to develop regional groups of experts and partnerships with like-minded or - ganizations to assist pastors and churches, in addition to using social media, videos, and seminars to share in- formation.
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