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Leading Congregations Through Transition at Camp Tawakoni

Leading Congregations Through Transition Training sponsored by Kansas & Oklahoma regions was held recently at Camp Tawakoni, in the Kansas Region.

Leaders Kathy & Don Bryant and Steve Bridwell equipped 18 gifted, talented, and wise ministers from OK & KS to serve the church as interim ministers. Exceptional event! Beautiful place!

Rev. Larry Metzger, Rev. Don Bryant, Rev. Kathy Bryant, Rev. Pam Holt, Pastor Tim Kowalski, Pastor Russ Brown, Rev. Leslie Dotson, Rev. Allison Longman, Rev. Cecilia Tolley, Rev. Rob Crawford, Rev. Sarah Combs and Rev Debi Maxwell attended from Oklahoma.

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Thank You! For Your Gifts to the Annual Fund

Your generosity to the Region’s Annual Fund helps us connect, empower and equip Disciples of Christ to love and serve like Jesus.

Children and Youth Ministry

Teaching the language of faith and the practice of Christianity

This ministry is vital to the life of the church in shaping young Disciples for leadership in the church and community.

The Region provides fun summer camp experiences for grades k-12 and offers a new “Grand Camp” for children grades k-4 and their grandparents. Age appropriate camp curriculum helps campers explore their beliefs and claim the ministry of reconciliation of which we are all ambassadors. Regional training of volunteer camp directors and counselors helps to provide a safe space for children to explore their spirituality.

The Regional Youth Council plans and leads weekend retreats for Chi Rho (junior high) and CYF (high school) youth.

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Mission Abroad

Caminante Partnership in the Dominican Republic

In the seaside town of Boca Chica, Dominican Republic, the Christian Church in Oklahoma has established a partnership with Caminante to help support its “homework schools” ministry. It offers remedial education and social services to street children. This year 16 Disciples have participated in mission programs providing school and craft supplies, dental and hygiene items, clothing, sports equipment and most of all “hope”…through encouraging words, smiles and prayer.

Sister Denisse Pichardo, who started Caminante, has been called the Mother Teresa of the Caribbean. She has created a safe haven and witnessed transformation of children, some who have since grown and returned to assist this vital ministry serving “even the least of these.” The children and teenagers we serve are friendly and very giving. Vulnerable children of all ages often work as day laborers and in other occupations to support their families. Some are sexually exploited by the tourism industry.

La Cosona, a vocational school run by Caminante, provides trade skills. It helps young adults train for employment in cooking, cosmetology, hotel services, pharmacy tech, and computer technology. They take pride in learning English.

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Oct. 23, 2018: Central Area Disciples Women Fall Meeting

The Central Area Disciples Women will meet on October 23, 2018 at Western Oaks Christian Church located at 8100 NW 23rd Street, Oklahoma City, OK. The program includes speaker Jenna Howard, LCSW, BA, MSW discussing “Nurturing a Healthy Mind”.

9:30am Coffee
10:00am Meeting
Lunch at Noon ($8)

Reservations deadline is October 16th. Please call 405-789-8812 to make your reservation.

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Reconciliation Sunday Pulpit Exchange

In observance of Reconciliation Sunday on September 30, 2018, Rev. Daniel U’Ren of Western Oaks Christian Church (DOC) and Rev. Dwayne E. Rodgers of Wildewood Christian Church (DOC) exchanged pulpits.

Pastor U’Ren preached his sermon about “The Table is Ready” Psalm 23.

Pastor Rodgers preached his sermon about “Can We Walk Together” Amos 3:3.

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Central Area Clergy Minister Appreciation Luncheon

Greetings Pastors,

On October 11th at 11:00 A.M. we will have the opportunity to come together as spiritual leaders of the Christian Church throughout the Central Area. October has been designated as “Ministerial Appreciation Month” and our Area/ Regional leadership is so very grateful for the work done, the lives changed, and the mission of the church carried out through the efforts that each of you put forth in the name of Jesus Christ.

Therefore, on October 11th New Hope Christian Church will be hosting a Central Area Clergy Appreciation Luncheon at 11:00 am. The lunch will be catered by members of New Hope Christian Church located at 12323 South Pennsylvania, OKC.

Since it is an “appreciation luncheon” the meal will be provided at no cost. All we ask is that you RSVP to New Hope by Tuesday, October 9th so adequate preparation can be made for the meal.

At your convenience you may RSVP either by email or telephone to [email protected] or (405) 691-5366 by Tuesday, October 9th, 1:00 pm.

We look forward to the time of sharing and saying “Thank You” for your ministries and leadership. (Please remember to RSVP so we don’t stress out our executive chef!)

Blessings!

Steve Chambers, Central Area Moderator
[email protected]
cell (903) 920-9988

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October 11: Central Area Disciples Men Gathering

Putnam City Christian Church will host the Central Area Disciples Men gathering on October 11th at 6:30 p.m., beginning in the sanctuary, then gathering for the meal at 7:00 pm in the fellowship hall north and across the street from the church. Meal cost $6.00.

Please RSVP Rev. Keith Spaulding at [email protected] or call (405) 473-7441 no later than October 4th in order to prepare for the meal.

A business session will consider officers for next year and dates for upcoming meetings.

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Announcement
Meeting Agenda

We look forward to gathering with the men from your congregation.

CCOK3012019-03-12T09:47:42-05:00Oct 2, 2018|Congregations, Disciples Men|Comments Off

Invitation to Brite’s Free Open House Event October 23, 2018

Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas invites you to a free event on campus. Brite is hosting their annual Open House on October 23, 2018.

Brite is offering any Disciples of Christ member a $100 travel stipend as well as any overnight lodging. Continental breakfast and lunch are provided on the day of the event which lasts from 8:30am to 1:30pm (with optional meetings following).

Click HERE to register and see more information about the event.

CCOK3012019-03-12T09:47:49-05:00Oct 2, 2018|Congregations|Comments Off

Free Children’s Resources Available: FaithWeaver Curriculum

First Christian Church Edmond has free Children’s Resources available in hard copy form. If you are interested, please contact Jennifer Humphrey at 405-341-3544 or [email protected]

FaithWeaver Curriculum contains leader guide, 5-6 student guides, cd’s, some gadgets in the leader box, the following seasons:

2015 – Fall (Superset – 0m-6th Grade), Winter (Superset – 0m-6th Grade)
2016 – Spring (Superset – 0m-6th Grade), Summer (PreS/3 and 4’s; 1st/2nd; 3rd/4th), Fall (Superset – 0m-6th Grade), Winter (Superset – 0m-6th Grade)
2017 – Spring (Superset – 0m-6th Grade), Summer (PreS/3 and 4’s; 1st/2nd; 3rd/4th), Fall (Superset – 0m-6th Grade), Winter (Superset – 0m-6th Grade)
2018 – Spring (Superset – 0m-6th Grade), Summer (PreS/3 and 4’s; 1st /2nd; 3rd/4th)

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Kathy and Don Bryant Retirement Celebration

Regional Minister Pam Holt had the joy and honor of worshiping at Central Christian Church in Enid Sunday, September 23, 2018, as Rev. Kathy Bryan and her husband Rev. Don Bryant ended their interim ministry there.

They each received the Honored Ministers Pin as they enter retirement. The Bryants will be moving to Arizona. The Region is very grateful for their work in interim ministry and the Oklahoma congregations they served over the last few years.

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Global Ministries Accepts All Types of Vehicle Donations

Did you know that Global Ministries accepts all types of vehicle donations? They received their first moped this year. While cars are the most frequently donated vehicle, you can also donate motorcycles, trucks, RVs, motorhomes, and boats.

To find out more information on donating a vehicle, continue reading here.

CCOK3012019-03-12T09:48:16-05:00Sep 24, 2018|Regional News|Comments Off

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Your generosity to the Region’s Annual Fund helps us connect, empower and equip Disciples of Christ to love and serve like Jesus.

Children and Youth Ministry

Teaching the language of faith and the practice of Christianity

Make an online gift to the Oklahoma Region!

Mission Abroad

Caminante Partnership in the Dominican Republic