GROW UP

Connecting with God through weekly worship and spending time daily in the Word with God

LET’S DO THIS! - 40 DAYS OF SERVING CHALLENGE

It's not too late to join in!

Mark Muenchow, mmuenchow@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

You were made for more than just believing and existing until you die. You were made to serve. Just like Jesus. Sign up today to participate in this 40 Day adventure. Pick up your 40 Day Devotion Book in the Narthex. Please contact Pastor Mark if you have questions.

Sunday Worship In-Person or Live at 8:15am or 10:45am on I Heart Messiah OKC on Facebook

GROW IN

Connecting in the Word with other believers

 Sunday School Classes

2year olds - 5 year olds - Child Care Area

Kingdom Kids (1st - 5th Grade) - Art Room 13W

Middle School (6th, 7th & 8th Grade) - Youth Room

High School Youth (7th - 12th Grade) - Youth Room

Adult Sunday Morning Bible Classes

Serving Challenge, Pastor Mark Muenchow, Oak Room 20E

Serving Challenge, Pastor Myron Harms, South Pod 7E

Intentional Parenting, Linda Stark, South Pod 8E

Luke-Unique Contributions to the Gospels, Mike Marino, South Pod 9E

The Book of Acts, Linda Hinkle, Conf. Room 15E

Young Adults Bible Class, Angee Allen, Church Prayer Chapel

Sunday Morning Bible Class

Intentional Parenting Class - Linda Stark - South Pod 8E - Always Room and Time to Join - Now thru May 12

Linda Stark, lstark@messiahokc.org or Amber Runge, arunge@messiahokc.org, 405-501-1706

It’s never too late to become an intentional parent. Remember, you are the greatest influence on the life of your child (no matter their age!). And it can all begin with these resources. Let’s walk this important journey - together. Nursery and Sunday School class will be available for all ages of children, so bring them along, too! This class is open to all. For additional info contact Linda or Amber.

Serving Challenge - Pastor Myron Harms - South Pod 7E OR Pastor Mark Muenchow - Oak Room 20E 

Join us as delve deeper into our call to serve and our 40 Day sermon series. 

Women of the Word Class - The Book of Acts - Linda Hinkle - Conference Room 15E

This class is currently studying The Book of Acts. Acts covers the founding of the Church under Peter, as well as the missionary journeys of Paul. All women are welcome to participate.

Luke-Unique Contributions to the Gospels - Mike Marino - South Pod 9E

This class is studying the Book of Luke. It will explore the Gospel story as presented in Luke. All are welcome to participate.

Young Adults Bible Class - Angee Allen - Church Chapel

The Messiah Young Adults Bible Class is meeting in the chapel, just off the church lobby. All are welcome!

Weekday Bible Class Opportunities

Men with a Mission - Tuesday, May 21 - 6pm - S. Pod

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 946-0681

On this night we will use this evening to continue planning our next Serving Event, talk about our Fall Retreat, and do some Bible Time together. Contact Pastor Myron if you are interested in helping out.

Thursday Evening Bible Class - Seeing Jesus in the Old Testament - 6pm - South Pod

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

Please join in on this weekly Bible Study as we dig and discuss God's Word together.  

Men's Thursday Morning Devotional Breakfast - Thursdays - 8:00 am - Scissortail Diner

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

This weekly event is open to any and all men. Come and join us at 50th and Portland for good food and good company.

40 Day Serving Challenge - Weekday Opportunities - Oak Room 20E

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

These are weekday chances to delve deeper into our call to serve and our 40 Day Sermon Series. Pick one that works for you!

Thursdays, 12:30pm-1:30pm - Pastor Myron Harms, leader

Tuesdays, 6:30pm - 7:30pm - Jon Wilson, leader

Saturdays, 3:00pm-4:00pm - Amy Loechner, leader 

GROW OUT

Connecting people in my life to Christ through the Word

VBS IS COMING! - SAVE THE DATE - VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED - M-Th, June 10-13

Amber Runge, arunge@messiahokc.org, 405-501-1706

VBS is one of the biggest events we do all year for our children. Please pray and consider serving in some capacity either during the week or behind the scenes. All hands are needed. Watch for additional info coming soon. To sign up to volunteer, contact Amber.

Serving the Homeless in OKC - Saturday, May 18

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

You are invited to join the Men with a Mission group as well as the Wed. Evening Serving Challenge class as we work together to provide a meal and a backpack of supplies for the homeless of our community. If you or your group would be interested in helping to contribute towards this effort please contact Pastor Myron.

Our Free Little Food Pantries in Need of Replenishment

Kelly Baker, sewsweet_bk@hotmail.com, 250-9425

Messiah’s public food pantries - located at the church office entrance - are getting a lot of use lately and are currently running low on food. Donations can simply be placed in the cabinets whenever you are at the Messiah building. Non-perishables, snacks, easy to open foods, toiletries and bottled drinks are all needed.

MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL & MESSIAH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

NOW HIRING TEACHERS FOR 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR 

Sara Cage, School Administrator, scage@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0462

Messiah Lutheran School is seeking OK State Accredited teachers for the school year that begins in August 2024. We are seeking both Elementary and Middle School candidates that are interested in joining us on our mission here at Messiah. Interested individuals should contact Sara Cage for application and interview information. 

NOW ENROLLING 2024-2025!

Sara Cage, School Administrator, scage@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0462

We are now accepting applications for the 24-25 school year, which begins in August. Our wonderful Messiah Lutheran School offers education for students from Preschool 3 through the 8th Grade. Take a virtual tour and meet our teachers at messiahlutheranschool.com. Or call Sara and schedule a tour today. All of your questions and need for information can be directed to our School Administrator, Sara Cage. 

Seeking Teachers, Substitute Teachers & Closers - Messiah Early Childhood Center 

Linda Stark, Director, lstark@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0605

Our Early Childhood Center is seeking loving, dependable and hard-working caregivers to care for and educate children ages 6 weeks to 3 years old. Part-time substitutes and workers that can cover the end of the day are needed. Training and benefits are provided. To set up an interview, contact Linda Stark.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Messiah Lutheran School Spring Musical - Esther-Ordinary Faith - Tuesday, April 30 - 6:30pm

Come see our school children in the Messiah Gym tell the story of the faith of Queen Esther. This musical uses gritty songs and witty dialogue to help us understand the sovereignty of God and the confidence we can have in trusting Him with the greatest of problems by displaying our own Esther-Ordinary Faith.

Monthly Prayer Group - Thursday, May 2 - 6pm - Messiah Prayer Chapel

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

You are invited to join us for a time of prayer the first Thursday of every month. Have a prayer request? Send them to Pastor Myron to be included in the group’s prayers.

S.O.A.R. Monthly Activity - American Pigeon Museum Trip - Thurs, April 25 - 9:30am

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

We have a special trip planned for our April get-together. We will be meeting at the church at 9:30am and taking a trip to visit the OKC American Pigeon Museum followed by lunch at a local favorite restaurant. Please call the church office by April 22, if you plan to attend so that we can add your name to the list.

100th Anniversary Oklahoma District LCMS Celebration - Watch Live Online - May 19 - 4pm

Mark Muenchow, mmuenchow@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

Registration has closed for attending in-person for the 100th Anniversary Celebration, but you can still view the worship service and dinner program through the district’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/oklahomalutherans. Orders of Worship will be available upon request very soon.