NWOCO

Faith-driven outreach providing love, support, and essential training for those in need.

Compassionate support for all.

Northwest Ohio Community Outreach

Building Community Through Faith

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St. Joseph Commons – A Hub for Ministry, Training, and Community Impact

Originally envisioned as a banquet and conference center, St. Joseph Commons has grown into a vibrant, multi-purpose facility serving a wide range of ministries, training programs, and community initiatives. Today, it operates as the central hub for several faith-based and professional organizations that work together to serve Northwest Ohio and beyond.

The facility now proudly hosts:

  • Freddy Spaghettis – A permanent home base for their local restaurant and delivery service.

  • NWTI (Northwest Training Institute) – A remote training and conference site offering professional development and State CEU training for skilled trades and disaster response.

  • NWOCO (Northwest Ohio Community Outreach) – A non-profit ministry using the space for life skills training, charitable outreach, and community support services.

  • Black Swamp Conservation League – A community-focused conservation group that holds its meetings and events in our conference rooms.

  • Men of Virtue – A growing Apostolate and men’s ministry led by Deacon Dave Krempec and Kirk Ross, with Nick Getzinger as co-host, which gathers regularly at the Commons for formation, fellowship, and the recording of their new podcast.

  • Miracle Man Ministries – A faith-based evangelization initiative that hosts meetings, events, and ministry planning sessions on-site.

In support of media outreach and youth development, we have launched Faith & Fire Studios, a dedicated space for live-streaming, podcast recording, and video production. This studio serves as both a ministry tool and an educational platform, offering hands-on media training for youth and young adults.

Through a collaborative effort among NWOCO, NWTI, Freddy Spaghettis', the Black Swamp Conservation League, and the Order of Franciscan Seculars of Toledo, we have built a network of opportunity—providing free skills-based training, career advancement resources, and essential life skills education for individuals and families in need.

Bethlehem Kitchen – Feeding the Body and the Soul

Sponsored by NWTI, Freddy Spaghettis, the Black Swamp Conservation League, and the Order of Franciscan Seculars, Bethlehem Kitchen is our outreach mission to serve free-will donation meals to the community. Prepared and overseen by Freddy Spaghettis’ culinary team, these hot, nourishing meals will be offered once a month, as funding allows, right here at St. Joseph Commons.

If you can give, give joyfully. But if you’re struggling or simply in need of a warm meal—it’s on us. No one will be turned away.

St. Joseph Commons is more than a building—it’s where faith meets action, training meets purpose, and community is strengthened through service, fellowship, and hope.

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Community Services Offering

Empowering lives through compassion, training, and outreach for the vulnerable in our community.

Vocational Education Programs

Tailored training to equip individuals with essential skills for personal and professional growth.

A red sign with white text reads 'God's Servants at Work', placed on a grassy area in front of a residential house. The background contains a ladder, some paint supplies, and garden tools leaning against a structure, suggesting ongoing house maintenance or renovation.
A red sign with white text reads 'God's Servants at Work', placed on a grassy area in front of a residential house. The background contains a ladder, some paint supplies, and garden tools leaning against a structure, suggesting ongoing house maintenance or renovation.
Faith-Driven Meals

Join us for free community meals that foster connection and nourishment for all in need.

An open Bible lies on a surface, with the pages in focus. Resting on top is a bright green book titled 'DELIGHT!' in bold pink letters. The book cover includes cursive white text that reads 'Discipleship as a Way of Loving and...' The composition highlights religious and inspirational themes.
An open Bible lies on a surface, with the pages in focus. Resting on top is a bright green book titled 'DELIGHT!' in bold pink letters. The book cover includes cursive white text that reads 'Discipleship as a Way of Loving and...' The composition highlights religious and inspirational themes.
A blue tote bag with the words 'WE CARE' and 'RIVERCITY CHURCH' printed on it, filled with various items including snacks. The bag is placed on a black surface in an outdoor event setting. In the background, there are open tents with people sitting on the grass, enjoying the sunny weather.
A blue tote bag with the words 'WE CARE' and 'RIVERCITY CHURCH' printed on it, filled with various items including snacks. The bag is placed on a black surface in an outdoor event setting. In the background, there are open tents with people sitting on the grass, enjoying the sunny weather.

Gallery

Capturing love, compassion, and support in our community outreach.

A black and white photograph of a storefront window displaying the text 'Faith & Fat Loss' in bold letters. The window reflects the silhouette of trees and a passing vehicle on the street, and blinds hang behind the glass.
A black and white photograph of a storefront window displaying the text 'Faith & Fat Loss' in bold letters. The window reflects the silhouette of trees and a passing vehicle on the street, and blinds hang behind the glass.
A group of people, predominantly men, are engaged in a moment of prayer or reflection. One individual wears a camouflage uniform with a white belt, raising both hands, conveying a sense of devotion. Others are dressed in yellow jackets and traditional hats. Their expressions range from focused to emotional, with hands clasped or raised. The setting has a rustic backdrop with wooden and corrugated metal elements.
A group of people, predominantly men, are engaged in a moment of prayer or reflection. One individual wears a camouflage uniform with a white belt, raising both hands, conveying a sense of devotion. Others are dressed in yellow jackets and traditional hats. Their expressions range from focused to emotional, with hands clasped or raised. The setting has a rustic backdrop with wooden and corrugated metal elements.
Illustration of a rustic church with a cross atop, featuring arched windows and a wooden door. The artwork is complemented by an inspirational quote from Mark 9:23 in a handwritten style, set against a textured background.
Illustration of a rustic church with a cross atop, featuring arched windows and a wooden door. The artwork is complemented by an inspirational quote from Mark 9:23 in a handwritten style, set against a textured background.
The image features bold, hand-painted words in black on a white background. The words 'Faithfulness', 'Gentleness', and 'Self-Control' are prominently displayed in an expressive brushstroke style.
The image features bold, hand-painted words in black on a white background. The words 'Faithfulness', 'Gentleness', and 'Self-Control' are prominently displayed in an expressive brushstroke style.
A church entrance with an outdoor setup featuring a canopy tent over a table and a wooden podium. The area is decorated with white chairs adorned with light blue ribbons, facing the podium. There's a large stained-glass window on the building façade and several benches lined up beneath it.
A church entrance with an outdoor setup featuring a canopy tent over a table and a wooden podium. The area is decorated with white chairs adorned with light blue ribbons, facing the podium. There's a large stained-glass window on the building façade and several benches lined up beneath it.

Our Location

Visit us at St. Joseph Commons for community meals, vocational education, and support services rooted in faith and compassion.

Address

253 S. East St. McClure, Ohio 43534

Hours

Monday to Friday Call Us 419-575-2693

Outreach

Serving the community with love and compassion.

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419-575-2693

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