Thank you for checking out the life groups and activities that are available this winter. 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 winter months and beyond.

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Wednesday Night Activities Resume

January 7


Hockey Night

January 9


Cups of Cheer Brunch

January 10


Welcome Party!

January 14


Upward Games Begin

January 17


Night of Worship

January 18

MONDAYS

Men's Monday Morning Bible Study

meets weekly @ 7:00am

resumes January 5th

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

resumes January 5th

Facilitators: Keith & Nancy Kolar


The group will be finishing the DVD driven study of Unleashed! Experiencing the Power of the Holy Spirit by Dr. Robert Jeffres. All adults of any age are welcome (singles or couples). Each week we will watch the DVD, have discussions, then break into groups of just men and just women for further discussion and prayer. A new study will follow after Unleashed concludes. Topic to be determined.


Location: at the Smart home in Ontario

Community Builders

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

begins January 5th

Facilitator: Phil Hendrickson


The group will be covering the topic Journey Out of Egypt - a study of Joshua by presenter Louie Giglio.


Location: at the Hendrickson home in Fruitland

TUESDAYS

Men's Bible Study

meets weekly @ 6:30pm

resumes January 13th

Facilitator: Jim Skeesuck


This group will be focusing on the book The Promise of Heaven, by David Jeremiah. "See with fresh eyes how heaven has come near and the forces of darkness do not stand a chance, Heaven has already won!"


Location: the Skeesuck home in Ontario

Women's Bible Study

meets weekly

begins January 13th

Facilitators:

Mavis Skeesuck & Karyn Gray


This study will be based on the Old Testament book of Hosea. However, the Francine Rivers novel of Redeeming Love will be the study book focus. The story setting is during the California 1800’s gold rush era and is “a timeless story of love between God and man and His unconditional love, a redeeming love.”


Hosea video lessons are included by Jennifer Rothschild. This is a discussion type study, however, a homework book is available if desired. Books can be purchased on ThiriftBooks.com. ChristianBooks.com, and Amazon.com.

 



Location & Times

9:00am OFCN Scott Conference room

or

6:30pm at the Cox home

in Ontario

WEDNESDAYS

Children's Life Groups

meets weekly @ 6:45pm

resumes January 7th

Facilitator: Pastor Connie Blastock

               

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


Location: OFCN Children's Wing

The Edge

meets weekly @ 6:45pm

resumes January 7th

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

resumes January 7th

Facilitator: Kate Larson


Come join us as we begin the year with a study on Sabbath. We will continue the year drawing closer to Jesus through a variety of topics. Our desire is to follow Jesus, live surrendered lives, and learn how to listen to Holy Spirit.


Location: OFCN Scott Conference Room

Community on Mission

meets the 1st & 3rd Wed @ 6:45pm for onsite group gatherings

meets the 2nd & 4th Wed @ 6pm off site to serve in the community

resumes January 7th

Facilitator: Pastor Loren Fairbanks


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)

Discipled By Jesus

meets weekly @ 6:45pm

begins January 7th

Facilitator: Dean Coon


Discipled by Jesus is a life group driven around Hal Perkins' model of discipleship using 5 questions to grow and deepen your walk with God by exploring eight core values developed by the International Leadership Team. We will use a workbook to help walk us through these core values.


Location: OFCN upstairs room 215

Starting Point

meets for 8 weeks @ 6:45pm

begins February 25th

Facilitator: Loren Fairbanks


For those new to faith, just checking things out, or coming back to church after some time away, Starting Point is a great first step. This 8-week group meets weekly to explore faith and experience community.  



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

FRIDAYS

Meeting with 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

What the Church Believes

meets weekly @ 11:00am

begins January 18th

Facilitator: Lois Knight


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.


Location: OFCN Sanner Center

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 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

resumes January 4th

Facilitator: Pastor Levi Lewis


The high school life group meets most Sundays throughout the school year. The first hour is fellowship and fun, then a transition into topical discussions relevant to youth culture.

 

Location: the Poe home in New Plymouth

Rivers Edge Life Group

meets weekly @ 6:00pm

ongoing


Facilitators: Ed & Charla Wheeler


This life group is a work in progress and will meet weekly to discuss the sermon, encourage and pray for one another.

 

Location: OFCN Scott Conference Room

Stepping Out Life Group

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

ongoing


Facilitator: Joy Saunders


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

 

Location: the Gray home in Ontario

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Church Elections

February 1


Ash Wednesday

February 18


Upward Awards

March 1



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