Hello, Oak Chapel Friends, The Epistle writer James tells us to “be doers of the word, and not hearers only” (1:22) and that “faith without works is dead” (2:26). On Sunday morning twelve people from our compass group of local United Methodist Churches will travel to northern New Jersey on a mission trip toContinue reading “In A Nutshell | July 25, 2014”
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In A Nutshell | July 18, 2014
Hello, Oak Chapel Friends, We have had a wonderful week of Vacation Bible School at Oak Chapel UMC! Each evening new children have come to join the fun of learning about the nature of God. Many thanks to those who volunteered and provided resources to make this a successful week. On Sunday we will showContinue reading “In A Nutshell | July 18, 2014”
In A Nutshell | July 11, 2014
Hello, Oak Chapel Friends, What a beautiful day! The sun is shining, the corn is growing, the wind is softly blowing, and two squirrels are playfully running up and down the trees in the parsonage yard. On days like this I am reminded of the amazing beauty of Creation and I can’t help but ponderContinue reading “In A Nutshell | July 11, 2014”
In A Nutshell | July 3, 2014
Hello, Oak Chapel Friends, Tomorrow we celebrate the birthday of our nation. Flags are flying and fireworks will light up the night sky. People will attend barbeques, parades and other gatherings with a heightened sense of patriotism. It is true that we are blessed to live, play and worship in a nation that values freedomContinue reading “In A Nutshell | July 3, 2014”
In A Nutshell | June 27, 2014
Hello, Oak Chapel Friends, This Sunday, we continue our summer schedule with two worship services. Heritage worship in the sanctuary at 8:30 and Celebration worship in the fellowship hall at 10:30. After the 10:30 service, the Outreach Committee is hosting a spaghetti dinner to raise funds for the New Jersey mission trip. The UnitedContinue reading “In A Nutshell | June 27, 2014”
In A Nutshell | June 20, 2014
Hello, Oak Chapel Friends, This Sunday begins our summer worship schedule with our Heritage service at 8:30am in the Sanctuary and our Celebration service at 10:30am in our air-conditioned fellowship hall. A combined adult Sunday School class will be held at 9:30am in fellowship hall. Given recent events and our congregation’s collective grief, I haveContinue reading “In A Nutshell | June 20, 2014”
In A Nutshell | June 13, 2014
Hello, Oak Chapel Friends, This has been a challenging week for our congregation as we grieve the loss of one of our members (Juanita Martin) and journey with the Braucher family through the highs and lows of news about Sue’s transplant and its complications. We desperately try to come to grips with such circumstances andContinue reading “In A Nutshell | June 13, 2014”
In A Nutshell | May 30, 2014
Hello, Oak Chapel Friends, Tomorrow Pam Domer and I will teach a class on United Methodism from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Those interested in joining Oak Chapel UMC are especially invited to attend. And even if you have been a member of Oak Chapel or a United Methodist your wholeContinue reading “In A Nutshell | May 30, 2014”
In A Nutshell | May 23, 2014
On Sunday morning we will have our traditional Memorial Day service at the Warner-Pioneer cemetery at 9:30 a.m. Many thanks to Arden Boyer who coordinates this service each year. Please join us as we honor those who have served our country. After the service at the cemetery, join us for worship at 10:30 a.m.Continue reading “In A Nutshell | May 23, 2014”
In A Nutshell | May 16, 2014
Hello, Oak Chapel Friends, We have an exciting mission-focused weekend ahead at Oak Chapel! Tomorrow we will participate in the United Methodist “Change the World” weekend. This day of service will challenge us to make a difference in our community. We will start the day with a time of reflection at 8:30 am, then splitContinue reading “In A Nutshell | May 16, 2014”