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.

Let's stay connected!

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


MONDAYS

Men's Monday Morning Bible Study

meets weekly @ 7:00am

begins Sept. 9th

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

Prayer Study

meet weekly @ 6:30pm

begins Sept. 16th

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

Community Builders

meets the 1st & 3rd Monday's of the month @ 7:00pm

start date TBD

Facilitator: Phil Hendrickson


This group will focus on biblical history and truth.


Location: at the Hendrickson home in Fruitland

TUESDAYS

Men's Bible Study

meets weekly @ 6:30pm

begins Sept. 10th

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

Women's Tuesday Bible Study

meets weekly

begins Sept. 10th

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

or

6:30pm at the Skeesuck home

in Ontario

Freedom Fight

offsite group @ Christian Life Fellowship in Ontario

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

WEDNESDAYS

Children's Life Groups

meets weekly @ 6:45pm

begins August 28th

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

The Edge

meets weekly @ 6:45pm

begins August 28th

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

Coffee Talk

meets weekly @ 6:45pm

begins August 28th

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

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

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)

Colossians Study

meets weekly @ 6:45pm

begins September 4th

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

Membership Class

meets weekly @ 6:45pm

begins August 28th

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

GriefShare

meets weekly @ 6:30pm

begins September 11th

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

Welcome Party!

September 18th @ 6:45pm

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

THURSDAYS

GriefShare

meets weekly @ 10:00am

begins September 12th

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

Senior Adult Life Group

meets the 3rd Thursday of the month @ 11:00am

ongoing

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

FRIDAYS

Meeting with Jesus

meets weekly @ 7:30am

ongoing

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)

SATURDAYS

Men's Breakfast

meets the 3rd Saturday of the month @ 7:30am

ongoing

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

SUNDAYS

Sunday Morning Worship

every Sunday @ 9:30 & 11:00am

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

Pre-Service Prayer

meets weekly @ 9:00am

ongoing

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

Children's Church

weekly on Sundays @ 9:30am & 11:00am

ongoing

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

Fusion

weekly on Sundays @ 9:30am & 11:00am

ongoing

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

Wheeler Family Life Group

meets weekly @ 5:30pm

ongoing

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

High School Life Group

meets weekly @ 6:00pm

begins September 8th

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

Practicing the Way Life Group

meets weekly @ 6:00pm

begins September 15th

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

Rivers Edge Life Group

meets weekly @ 6:00pm

begins September 8th


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

Stepping Out Life Group

meets the 1st & 3rd Sunday's of the month @ 6:00pm

begins September 8th


Facilitator: Joy Saunders


This life group will be continuing with the series "the Chosen."

 

Location: the Gray home in Ontario

Online Book Study

meets weekly online

begins the week of September 29th

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

Events to Watch for!



Spiritual Renewal


Trunk or Treat


Angel Tree


Church Decorating



Sunday Morning Worship


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11am - On site/Facebook Live





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