Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
In preparation for worship,
we encourage you to read the Scripture passage
and reflect on what God’s word might be to you.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7-15
Message: "As You Excel"
JOIN us for WORSHIP from HOME or in the SANCTUARY.
on Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
and activities to nurture faith
(Note on image above: Steeple of the Seminary Church, photo by Marcia Perry)
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Ministry News and Upcoming Events |
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REGISTRATION for WORSHIP NO LONGER REQUESTED |
Worship registration is no longer requested.
All are invited to join us for worship in-person
on Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
as you feel comfortable doing so.
As we continue to love and cherish one another throughout this pandemic, please read here about what you may expect in worship together.
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Hearing Devices Available |
Now available in the sanctuary of the Memorial Church are hearing devices to enhance amplification during our worship services. If you are hearing impaired and would like some auditory assistance during the worship services, see an usher in the Narthex before the service.
A new sound system was installed at the Memorial Church last fall. As part of the sound system these hearing devices are now available to our parishioners to use during worship. Presently, there are four devices. If you think you could benefit from the use of a device, please tell an usher. These devices are kept charged and come with a lanyard and a piece that fits over the ear. Headphones could be used with the device. Please return the device to an usher in the Narthex at the close of the service.
The worship and music committee hopes these devices may help those who have trouble hearing during the service. More devices can become available if there are many who desire to use this assistance. At home using livestream you can adjust the volume. Using the lanyard, you will also be able to adjust the volume. Now the hearing impaired will have access to auditory assistance in worship at Oxford Presbyterian Church.
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Christian Education Survey |
The Christian Education committee would like to hear from you! We would appreciate your feedback about current programming and possible future programming opportunities. Please take a moment to complete this Christian Education Survey.
THANK YOU!
- OPC Christian Education committee members
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Eradicating Systemic Poverty - The Community Meal |
The Community Meal is back on June 30. We plan a delightful "cook-out" style meal with brats, sausages, hot dogs provided. All we ask for from the congregation is salads, chips and cookies. If you can come by to help "grill," set up or serve, that would be great.
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A new Bible study “Adventure” coming this summer
“THE STORY” is a novel of the Bible, but in 31 chapters rather than 66 books, that see the progression of characters as you would in any novel. And you get all the intrigue, drama and romance you would expect from any “good book.”
Since this will be your adventure as well, we’d like to know:
* If you as an individual/ couple/ family are interested
* What dates and times would work best for you this summer
A copy of this delightful and informative book is available, for your interest, in the church office and will soon be available for $5 each. You may also find this book reviewed on Amazon.com, where a hardcover currently goes for $15.05 (plus shipping and taxes).
or 513-325-8313 ASAP with your interest and if you have any questions. Wednesday, June 30 is the deadline to place your order.
- The Connections Committee
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Summer Reading Opportunity! |
On behalf of OPC members, the ESP team has purchased copies of a book, available now, at no cost, for summer reading, in preparation for a late summer/early fall book discussion group that focuses on poverty and scripture. The title of the book is: Always With Us? What Jesus Really Said about the Poor by Liz Theoharis.
This book is challenging, informative and ultimately inspiring. The author reaches as far back in time as the early teachings of Jesus to the era of now, when poverty and inequality face so many in a land of relative wealth.
You may pick up a copy of the book in the church office.
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Creating a Healthy Community |
Be a part of a lifesaving team.
Oxford Community Blood Drive
Friday, July 9 from 8:30am – 4:00pm
Seminary Community Room
104 E. Church St. (white building on the corner of Church and Poplar)
Appointments Encouraged | Sponsor Code 321
CORRECTION: The article that appeared in the June/July newsletter regarding the blood drive contained a misprint advertising the wrong date and time. That correct date and time has been updated here.
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Connecting as the Beloved Community |
Bridgite Dickerson adjusted to the challenge of working from home for three months, early on, but is thankful to have returned to the office, interacting with everyone. Charles, along with Bridgite, utilized his Facebook page to share video messages of hope and encouragement. Bridgite has been working as a Wedding Coordinator with her sister, participating in Zoom Women’s Bible Studies, and reading. On weekends, Charles and Bridgite rise early to see the sunrise and take nature walks. “Through it all, we have learned to see the blessing in this storm, and have a strategy to enjoy life right at home.”
Jan and Gene Krebs, being polar opposites in some ways, reacted differently to the pandemic. Jan, a self described recluse, did not find the pandemic to be so difficult. She filled her time cooking - finding creative ways to use what was in the freezer or the cupboard, “Oh, look what I can do with pickles and squash!” Gene, the Gregarious, kept busy via Zoom. He is working on bringing ranked choice voting to Ohio and stays very involved with trying to do right by Ohioans. They have a building project at home, that has been in progress for 35 years, according to Jan, which the pandemic did not do a whole lot for.
Dave and Amy Kraushar, with Emily a spring graduate of Ohio University, David at Purdue and Ethan at Ohio State have experienced the pandemic as empty nesters. Amy, a teacher in the Talawanda District, vented her frustrations by going to nearby Hanover Park, sometimes meeting friends and walking…and walking……and walking some more. "I never expected to be a computer tech guru.” Trying to work out the stumbling blocks of the internet world, for herself and her students, brought much frustration. Dave, a veterinarian, continued his work, a fair bit outdoors, and did lots of yard work at home. Making the most of getting out of the house was a great stress reliever for both of them.
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Filled with the Spirit of Pentecost, the grateful life is a generous life.
Actions born out of gratefulness are not compulsive, rather free;
not somber, rather joyful;
not fanatical rather liberating.
When gratitude is the source of our actions,
our giving becomes receiving and
those to whom we minister become our ministers.
- Anonymous
With the return of worship without prior registration, our giving practices in support of the congregation’s ministry may continue to evolve. In the church narthex you will find offering plates in which you may place your weekly offering.
To give via QR code, scan the code in the image below with your phone and follow the brief prompts. View a video tutorial here on giving through QR code.
To give via text message, text opc1825 and your designated amount to 73256. For example, text "opc1825 25" to 73256 for an offering of $25 and follow the prompt. View a video tutorial here on giving via text message.
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Living Into Hope
The most beautiful people we have known
are those who have known defeat,
known suffering, known struggle, known loss,
and have found their way out of the depths.
These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity,
and an understanding of life that fills them
with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern.
Beautiful people do not just happen.
- Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
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Oxford Presbyterian Church | 101 N. Main Street, Oxford OH 45056
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