Sixth Sunday of Easter
In preparation for worship,
we encourage you to read the Scripture passage
and reflect on what God’s word might be to you.
Scripture: John 15:9-17
Message: "The Fire Infolding Itself in Us"
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: photo of creation’s grandeur by Marcia Perry)
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Ministry News and Upcoming Events |
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Join Us for Worship on Mother's Day! |
Join us in-person as we live-stream our 10:00 am. Sunday Worship Service from the Memorial Church Sanctuary. Registration is open for everyone at this link. Registration to attend in-person is open for worship through Sunday, May 30.
Questions about registering? Contact us here.
Join us and invite a friend, relative, acquaintance or neighbor to share in our worship, mission and ministry.
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Hello everyone! My name is Kate Trybus and I have been the soprano choral intern here at OPC for the past two years. As my time at Miami quickly comes to a close, I am so excited to announce my senior recital. I am looking forward to showcasing everything I have learned in the past 4 years here at Miami. My recital will feature Mozart, Schubert, Fauré, L. Boulanger, Debussy, Moniuszko, and Duke and will last about an hour.
Please join me on the live stream on May 8 at 5:00 pm! I would love to have my Oxford Presbyterian Church family with me virtually!
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New Members Experience this Spring! |
If you are interested in learning more about membership at Oxford Presbyterian Church, we invite you to join us for a New Member Experience facilitated by Pastor Marc. We will be meeting in the Molyneaux Lounge directly following worship Sunday, May 9. New Member Sunday will be May 16. If you are interested in learning more or would like to register, please contact the church office for more information.
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The OPW eighth Zoom Horizons Bible Study using Into the Light, Finding Hope Through Prayers of Lament will meet on Monday, May10th at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Marc van Bulck. The focus of Lesson Eight is God Laments. All are welcomed to join in this discussion.
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 861 2745 1953
Passcode: 435554
Dial by phone: 929.205.6099
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Confirmation Faith Statements Due on May 10th! |
Confirmation Class will be meeting on Monday, May 10th from 7:45-9:00 p.m., and it's time to bring your faith statement art projects to class! Check the confirmation email this weekend for more information. |
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Youth and Campus Scholarships Available! |
Scholarships are available to students for full or part-time study toward their first undergraduate, associates, or vocational degree or toward their first master’s degree programs for church vocations at approved and accredited theological institutions. All students who are members of Presbyterian Church (USA) churches within the Synod of the Covenant are eligible to apply. Scholarships will be awarded up to $1500 for full-time students, and up to $750 for half-time students. For more information, please check the weekly youth group e-mail blast, or contact Pastor Marc.
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Connecting as the Beloved Community |
Matt and Emily Lykins have found the adjustment of balancing home and school a challenge. Matt and Emily were both teaching from home. Rori, Isabel, and Spencer were online in their classes. Lots of computer time in their house. Matt, coaching baseball at Talawanda High School, is encouraging players to avoid group transportation to away games, instead use individual cars. Spencer, particularly, missed the social interaction with his friends. The video games that parents used to abhor, have become a positive because it is a way to connect with friends. Emily was creative in finding ways to be with friends with driveway gatherings, use of the garage (incentive to clean it!) and joining a few friends to watch a movie at home. Matt feels thankfulness for the little things and sees the resiliency in many people.
Carla Blackmar Rice and Andy Rice continue a busy life, having more time to do things that were put on the back burner. Carla is picking up some Continuing Education courses; took piano lessons online; learning more about midwest gardens. Oliver had a great sixth grade year. Carla feels that the teachers have been amazing during this unconventional year of teaching. Oran has been at the McGuffey Montessori School in kindergarten - a cool experience. Andy’s students have been enthusiastic about a documentary course he has been teaching on Star Wars.
Richard and Becky Quay have not found the pandemic to be stressful. They have found time (probably because Becky is doing less volunteering) to take walks together on the Black Bridge Trail. This gives them the chance to see the spring wildflowers, and the odd sighting of the fox that has crossed their path. Becky has resumed her volunteering at McCullough Hyde - still waiting to visit the Knolls with OPC worship service videos. Dick is again meeting with his Miami Library fellow retirees for lunch and he is reading A LOT.
Their family all gathered recently and celebrated birthdays, Christmas, Easter all in one day. Wonderful to be together under one roof.
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Navigating the process required to schedule a vaccine appointment may take persistence and patience. As a result, volunteers from our church family are ready to assist and guide you through the appointment process. If you encounter any difficulty in this endeavor, please contact the church office.
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Creating a Healthy Community |
Butler County Rent and Utility Assistance
Butler County has $11.4 million in funds to pay rent and utilities for those impacted by the pandemic. If you or someone you know may qualify, click here.
For any questions regarding emergency assistance applications, please contact self at info@selfhelps.org or 513-868-9300.
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As Presbyterians we are connected with churches at the local level through the Presbytery, the regional level through the Synod, and the national level through the General Assembly. Our Per Capita supports the mission and ministry carried out in our name AND provides significant resources so that we may more effectively engage in our mission and ministry.
The investment of Per Capita returns to Oxford Presbyterian Church through many Christian Education and worship resources developed by the PC(USA); supporting the vital work of committees within our Presbytery such as the Committee on Ministry; sustaining the work of over 100 mission co-workers embodying the gospel in 50 countries; and advocating on our behalf for peace and justice throughout the world in Christ’s name.
To sustain these relationships, our Session is required to send $52.23 per member for 2021 whether or not that member has contributed toward the Per Capita. If each member of Oxford Presbyterian Church contributes the amount needed to cover the Per Capita contribution, a greater portion of our operating budget may support the programs and mission of our own church. Please join with Presbyterians all across the church by contributing towards your per capita.
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Noble Toney, a member of Oxford Presbyterian Church passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021, at Greenbriar Nursing Center, in Eaton, Ohio.
A funeral service will be conducted today, Friday, May 7 at 1:00 p.m. at Showalter Blackwell Long, Fosdick Chapel in Liberty, Indiana.
The eternal God is your dwelling place,
and underneath are the everlasting arms. Deut. 33:27
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It’s not how much we give
But how much love we put into giving.
- Mother Teresa
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
Grow flowers of gratitude in the soil of prayer.
- Verbena Woods
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Oxford Presbyterian Church | 101 N. Main Street, Oxford OH 45056
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