Thank you for checking out the life groups and activities that are available this fall. These groups exist to help us connect with God, with each other, and with our community. It is our desire that this catalog will help you find ways to stay connected with your church family during the fall months and beyond. | |
Coming Up!
Wednesday Night Activities Resume
August 28
Women's Retreat
September 13-15
Memorial Roll Sunday
September 15
Welcome Party!
September 18
Cider Party
October 5
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Men's Monday Morning Bible Study
meets weekly @ 7:00am
begins Sept. 9th
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Facilitator: Robert Douglas
This is a time for men to gather together, read and discuss the Bible, and pray for personal needs as well as supporting others through prayer.
Location: OFCN Scott Conference Room
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Prayer Study
meet weekly @ 6:30pm
begins Sept. 16th
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Facilitators: Keith & Nancy Kolar
This group will participate in a 12-week study on Dr. Robert Jeffress "America and the Bible." All adults are welcome (no child care). The group will watch the DVD, discuss it, then break into smaller groups for prayer. New participants are always welcome!
Location: at the Smart home in Ontario
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Community Builders
meets the 1st & 3rd Monday's of the month @ 7:00pm
start date TBD
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Facilitator: Phil Hendrickson
This group will focus on biblical history and truth.
Location: at the Hendrickson home in Fruitland
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Men's Bible Study
meets weekly @ 6:30pm
begins Sept. 10th
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Facilitator: Jim Skeesuck
This group will start the season studying Jack Hibb's book/DVD "Living in the Daze of Deception: How to Discern Truth from Culture's Lies."
Location: OFCN Scott Conference Room
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Women's Tuesday Bible Study
meets weekly
begins Sept. 10th
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Facilitators:
Mavis Skeesuck & Karyn Gray
This group will start the season studying "Missing Pieces" by Jennifer Rothchild. It will be a 7-week study that examines the "messy, mysterious uncertainties of faith." Books are $15.
Location & Times
9:00am OFCN Scott Conference room
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6:30pm at the Skeesuck home
in Ontario
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Freedom Fight
offsite group @ Christian Life Fellowship in Ontario
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Freedom Fight is a 25 week Christ centered program designed to help break free from sexual & porn addiction. It is based off biblical principals to help understand and change the heart, as well as utilizing scientific information to help understand our body and the brains wiring system. Freedom Fight has accountability, videos, daily check-ins, is private and secure, includes next steps for more than recovery but discipleship.
Please reach out to Pastor Tim (tbrewer@ontariofirst.org) for more information and getting connected.
Leader: Garret Amerson (206) 930-5475
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Children's Life Groups
meets weekly @ 6:45pm
begins August 28th
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Facilitator: Pastor Connie Blastock
We are super excited for this year! Our elementary age kids will learn all about the book of Acts and our younger kids will begin the year in a series called Bible Zoo!
Location: OFCN Children's Wing
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The Edge
meets weekly @ 6:45pm
begins August 28th
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Facilitator: Pastor Levi Lewis
During the school year, students meet in the Expedition Room for a high energy, exciting and fun night. Students participate in games, hear a message designed for their culture, and participate in small group discussions.
Location: OFCN Expedition Room
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Coffee Talk
meets weekly @ 6:45pm
begins August 28th
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Facilitator: Kate Larson
Come join us as we walk through life together. We will study different topics and books of the Bible and apply what we learn to our marriages, parenting, and general life.
Location: OFCN Scott Conference Room
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Community on Mission
meets every other week @ 6:45pm for onsite group gatherings
every other week off site to serve in the community
begins August 28th
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Facilitator: Pastor Loren Fairbanks
Community on Mission is a new life group that intentionally gathers together to grow in faith and live out our faith through serving others. We believe in impacting lives through meaningful presence, authentic community, and meeting real needs. Whether you normally join us in-person or online, you are invited to join this Community on Mission.
Location: OFCN Sanner Center (when onsite)
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Colossians Study
meets weekly @ 6:45pm
begins September 4th
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Facilitators: David & Sharyl Holm
You are invited to join us for a 7-week study of Colossians. This passionate and encouraging letter to the early church will help us learn a routine of engaging with the Bible. A key to imitating Christ is knowing who He is! This is a Wednesday night discussion group for both men and women, which will bring connection, encouragement and accountability. RSVP is encouraged!
Location: OFCN upstairs room 215
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Membership Class
meets weekly @ 6:45pm
begins August 28th
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Facilitator: Pastor Tim Brewer
A 4-week small group that learns what the Church of the Nazarene is both globally and locally. At the conclusion, individuals will have the opportunity to officially join Ontario Nazarene if they desire to do so. do so.
Location: OFCN upstairs room 212
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GriefShare
meets weekly @ 6:30pm
begins September 11th
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Facilitator: Donna Griffin
Grief Share is a 13-week support group for those who have lost a spouse, child, family member or friend. These groups are facilitated by people who understand what it is to lose someone close to them. They are not teachers or counselors, they are just men and women who have experienced grief and want to help you as you walk through the journey of grief. No registration fees, just purchase the $20 workbook.
Contact the church office at 541-889-2155,
go to griefshare.org or
email ofcngriefshare@ontariofirst.org
Location: OFCN upstairs room 214
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Welcome Party!
September 18th @ 6:45pm
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Facilitator: Pastor Loren Fairbanks
Are you new to Ontario Nazarene Church? You're invited for a time of fun, food and fellowship! Come and meet a pastor, learn about our church, and make some new friends!
Location: OFCN Atrium
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GriefShare
meets weekly @ 10:00am
begins September 12th
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Facilitator: Loretta Neuberger
Grief Share is a 13-week support group for those who have lost a spouse, child, family member or friend. These groups are facilitated by people who understand what it is to lose someone close to them. They are not teachers or counselors, they are just men and women who have experienced grief and want to help you as you walk through the journey of grief. No registration fees, just purchase the $20 workbook.
Contact the church office at 541-889-2155,
go to griefshare.org or
email ofcngriefshare@ontariofirst.org
Location: OFCN upstairs room 214
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Senior Adult Life Group
meets the 3rd Thursday of the month @ 11:00am
ongoing
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Facilitators: Pastor Rod Tegethoff & Pastor Lois Knight
Come at 11:00 for a time of fellowship, a Word of encouragement, and hymns. Please bring something to add to our meal together.
Location: OFCN Scott Conference Room
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Meeting with Jesus
meets weekly @ 7:30am
ongoing
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Facilitator: Pastor Eddie Wheeler
Come and practice meeting with Jesus by personalizing scripture and journaling our dialogue with the Lord.
Location: different area coffee shops
(text Eddie to find out the location of the week)
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Men's Breakfast
meets the 3rd Saturday of the month @ 7:30am
ongoing
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Facilitator: Bryan Hewett
This group gets together monthly, typically over breakfast, to fellowship and dive into God's Word. Come join us to be challenged and have some great times together!
Location: OFCN Scott Conference Room
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Sunday Morning Worship
every Sunday @ 9:30 & 11:00am
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Worship Onsite
9:00am Pre-Service Prayer (Shalom Prayer Room)
9:30am/11:00am Morning Worship Services
Are you connecting online?
Watch live here:
9:30am (MST) YouTube
11:00am (MST) Facebook
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Pre-Service Prayer
meets weekly @ 9:00am
ongoing
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Facilitator: Marvin Newell
Come to church early for pre-service prayer to lift up the pastoral staff and Sunday’s service.
Location: Shalom Prayer Room
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Children's Church
weekly on Sundays @ 9:30am & 11:00am
ongoing
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Facilitator: Pastor Connie Blastock
For those ages 4 through grade 5. Children are dismissed during each worship service to hear a message at their level.
Location: OFCN Children's Worship Center
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Fusion
weekly on Sundays @ 9:30am & 11:00am
ongoing
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Facilitator: Pastor Levi Lewis
For those in grades 6-8. Students worship with their families and are dismissed partway through each service to go to the Expedition Room for some fun, fellowship and teaching.
Location: OFCN Expedition Room
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Wheeler Family Life Group
meets weekly @ 5:30pm
ongoing
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Facilitators: Pastor Eddie & Robin Wheeler
Meet for food, conversation, worship, and prayer! This will be a family-style life group, so it may be loud and chaotic at times, but gives a chance to focus on Jesus and families. Open to families with kids. Kids will be included in what we do!
Location: at the Wheeler home in Ontario
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High School Life Group
meets weekly @ 6:00pm
begins September 8th
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Facilitator: Pastor Levi Lewis
The high school life group meets most Sundays throughout the school year. The first hour is fellowship and fun, they then transition into topical discussions relevant to their culture.
Location: TBD
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Practicing the Way Life Group
meets weekly @ 6:00pm
begins September 15th
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Facilitators: Bryan & Michelle Hewett
In the inaugural year of this small group, we will explore being with Jesus, doing with Jesus, becoming like Him and doing as He did. Using resources from practicingthepathway.org, we will look deeply into the life and practices of Jesus as we pursue what it really means to be a disciple or apprentice to Him.
Location: the Hewett home in Ontario
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Rivers Edge Life Group
meets weekly @ 6:00pm
begins September 8th
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Facilitators: Pastor Tim & Nancy Brewer
This life group meets weekly to discuss the sermon, encourage and pray for one another.
Location: the Brewer home in Fruitland
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Stepping Out Life Group
meets the 1st & 3rd Sunday's of the month @ 6:00pm
begins September 8th
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Facilitator: Joy Saunders
This life group will be continuing with the series "the Chosen."
Location: the Gray home in Ontario
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Online Book Study
meets weekly online
begins the week of September 29th
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Facilitator: Pastor Loren Fairbanks
Decisions are hard – especially the big ones – the ones that can really impact the direction and quality of your life and the lives of your loved ones. We want to help. Instead of being overwhelmed by the weight of those decisions, set yourself up for success in every season of life, for the rest of your life. Discover five game-changing questions to ask every time you make a major decision regarding your finances, relationships, career, and so much more. Whether you normally join us in-person or online, you are invited to be a part of this book study. We will be studying the book "Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets" by Andy Stanley.
Location: online on the OFCN private Facebook group
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Events to Watch for!
Spiritual Renewal
Trunk or Treat
Angel Tree
Church Decorating
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