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.

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Wednesday Night Activities begin

August 26


Night of Prayer

August 30


Women's Retreat

September 11-13


Cider Party

October 3


Night of Worship

October 25


MONDAYS

Men's Monday Morning Bible Study

meets weekly @ 7:00am

begins Sept. 14th

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

meets weekly @ 6:30pm

begins Sept. 21st

Facilitators: Keith & Nancy Kolar


The focus for this group in the fall will be a 9-week DVD driven study by Dr. David Jeremiah that will remind us what Jesus Himself told His disciples (& us) to expect from this season in history; and how to live a successful Christian life in the midst of it all. Jesus delivered His significant sermon that scholars have called “the most important single passage of prophesy in the Bible.” Join us as we learn more about it. Open to adults. No childcare provided.

 


Location: at the Smart home in Ontario

Community Builders

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

begins Oct. 5th

Facilitator: Phil Hendrickson


This group will be studying "Romans: Part 1" by JD Greear on the Right Now media platform.


Note: This group will meet for an informal kick off meeting at Idaho Pizza in Fruitland Sept 17th at 6:30pm. The group will then officially start October 5th.



Location: at the Hendrickson home in Fruitland

TUESDAYS

Women's Bible Study

meets weekly @ either 9am or 6:30pm

begins Sept. 15th

Facilitators:

Mavis Skeesuck & Karyn Gray


How Much More, a new bible study by Lisa Harper.

 

In this 7 week Bible study, you’ll discover the divine love of God in often overlooked and misunderstood passages in Scripture. You’ll be delighted to find that the Jehovah of the Old Testament is the same redemptive and compassionate God we see through Jesus Christ in the New Testament. He has always been and will always be for us!

 

Registration will begin Sunday, Aug 23

Books will be available on the first day of class and are $17. 

 



Location & Times

9:00am OFCN Scott Conference room

or

6:30pm at the Cox home

in Ontario

WEDNESDAYS

Children's Life Group

meets weekly @ 6:45pm

begins August 26th

Facilitator: Pastor Connie Blastock

               

We are super excited for this year! Our elementary age kids will learn all about the book of Exodus and our younger kids will have their own lesson exploring God's Word.


Location: OFCN Children's Wing

The Edge

meets weekly @ 6:45pm

begins August 26th

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 26th

Facilitator: Kate Larson


This year, we will take a couple of weeks to do a few studies to help us prepare our hearts for the year ahead. Beginning Sept. 9, we will dive into a series called “Raising Emotionally Strong & Worry– Free Kids”. This curriculum comes from the Raising Boys & Girls organization. During this course, we will talk about practical ways kids can name and navigate their emotions, understanding what worry and anxiety look like, and offer practical strategies to fight worry and find hope.

 


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 26th

Facilitator: Max Arvidson


Community on Mission is a 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)

Griefshare

meets weekly @ 6:30pm

begins September 30th

Facilitators: Donna Griffin & Maria Clark

               

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. 


Go to griefshare.org, email ofcngriefshare@ontariofirst.org or

contact the church office at 541-889-2155 to register. 

 


Location: OFCN upstairs room 214

THURSDAYS

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

56:7 Prayer Gathering

meets weekly @ 7:00pm

ongoing

Facilitator: Pastor Eddie Wheeler


"My house will be called a house of prayer." When Jesus speaks this, He is quoting Isaiah 56:7. He desires His church to be committed to prayer, coming together in petition, praise, intercession, and thanksgiving. Come spend time with us in His presence as we allow the Holy Spirit to lead us in strategic prayer.

 

Location: OFCN

Koinonia

meets the 2nd & 4th Thursday's of the month @ 7:00pm

begins September 24th

Facilitators: Robert & Karen Douglas


Our group meets to have fellowship and food, sharing life, prayer and have a short devotional type study.

 

Location: the Heritage home in Fruitland

FRIDAYS

Discipled by Jesus

meets weekly @ 7:00am

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)

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

Young Women's Bible Study

meets weekly on Sundays @ 11:00am

ongoing

Facilitator: Nicole Holm


A welcoming space for young women to grow in faith together. Join us as we study the Bible, pray, and encourage one another. Come as you are - you belong here.

 

 

Location: OFCN upstairs room 216

Teen Quizzing

meets weekly on Sundays @ 11:00am

begins August 30th

Facilitator: Robin Wheeler


Teens in 6th-12th grade are invited to study the book of John with us. We’ll have a game or activity, read and discuss the chapter, and answer questions using the jump seats! Attendance at our monthly quiz meets is optional.

 

 

Location: OFCN upstairs room 217

Wheeler Family Life Group

meets the 1st & 3rd Sunday's of the month @ 5:30pm

begins September 6th

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 as 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 13th

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: the Poe home in New Plymouth

Brookdale Worship Service Ministry

meets the 3rd Sunday of the month @ 1:00pm

ongoing


Facilitators: Ed & Charla Wheeler


This group will meet once a month to lead worship services for the residents of Brookdale Assisted Living. 

 


Location: Brookdale Assisted Living in Ontario

Stepping Out Life Group

meets the 2nd & 4th Sunday's of the month @ 6:00pm

begins September 13th


Facilitator: Joy Saunders


This group will be doing a video study that is yet to be determined. 

 

Location: the Gray home in Ontario


Sunday Morning Worship


9:30am - On site/YouTube Live


11am - On site/Facebook Live





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