CCOK301, Author at Christian Church in Oklahoma

MidAmerica Center for Ministry Update from Phillips Seminary

MidAmerica Center will have new life as of January 1, 2018, the ministry of the Center will be transferred to Phillips Theological Seminary. The boards of both the Center and the seminary agreed the seminary will be a good place for the next phase of the Center’s ministry. Under Phillips’ auspices, the seminary will continue the work of ministry training. In addition, the seminary will offer ministry training students some new resources, such as access to an extensive library and hospitable librarians, as well as a broader base of support for their education.

Courses will be offered through Phillips Seminary beginning in January. Registration is open on the seminary’s website at www.ptstulsa.edu/ministrytrainingprogram. The cost has been lowered per course cost, as was the case in the last few years of the Center’s life, the program remains completely online.

For more information please go to Phillips Seminary website.

CCOK3012019-03-18T15:44:37-05:00Dec 13, 2017|Congregations|Comments Off

Midwest Blvd Christian Church Hosts Annual “Christmas for Others”

Midwest Blvd. Christian Church, an Oklahoma Disciples Foundation grant recipient, hosted its annual “Christmas for Others” ministry event on Saturday, December 9^th. Over 70 families received free groceries, Bibles, children’s Christmas gifts and pet food as well as an opportunity to take home donated used clothing and household items. The children in each family also received new shoes, socks and underwear.

On Monday, December 11^th until 3 p.m. and on Wednesday, December 13^th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Midwest Boulevard Christian Church is opening the doors of its Activities Center (the large building behind the church and next to the Food Pantry) to anyone wishing to take home items from the remaining donated clothing and household items.

All are welcome, no proof of income or identity is required. Stop by the Activities Center located behind the church at 320 N. Midwest Blvd in Midwest City, OK on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

CCOK3012019-03-18T15:44:42-05:00Dec 12, 2017|Congregations|Comments Off

CANCELLED: Central Area Disciples Men Meeting Jan. 11th at 6:30pm

Due to Oklahoma’s famous unpredictable weather, the gathering this evening of the Central Area Disciples Men has been cancelled for everyone’s safety. Please share this announcement on your church’s FaceBook page or other social media. A new date will announced soon. Thanks!
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Rev. Keith SpauldingPlan to join the Central Area Disciples Men Meeting on January 11th at 6:30pm at FCC Shawnee located at 1625 N. Broadway, Shawnee, OK 74804.

RSVP to Rev. Keith Spaulding (405) 473-7441 or email: KLS1010@cox.net

CCOK3012019-03-18T15:44:48-05:00Dec 11, 2017|Disciples Men|Comments Off

Death of Former Regional Minister Rev. Eugene Frazier

Rev. Dr. Eugene “Gene” Frazier
October 24, 1928 – December 8, 2017

Eugene Norman (Gene) Frazier was born on October 24, 1928 in Ursa, Illinois, the son of J. Norman and Esther Frazier. He dedicated his life to ministry as a teenager and preached his first sermon at the age of seventeen. While attending college in Eureka, Illinois and Phillips University and Seminary in Enid, Oklahoma, he served student congregations in Reese, Kansas; Lorraine, Illinois; Taloga and Jet, Oklahoma. He held B.A., B.D., and D.D. Degrees; and was ordained Into Christian ministry in 1949. After seminary graduation, he served First Christian Church in Chillicothe, MO, followed by a staff position for the Christian Churches in Missouri. His ministries consisted of strong emphasis on evangelism, reconciliation and outreach. As a promoter of stewardship, he and Bonnie went far beyond tithing in their own giving.

In 1959, he became pastor of Park Place Christian Church, Hutchinson, Kansas. During his 7 ½ years there, the sanctuary and education expansion were built; the congregation doubled in membership; and outreach giving more than tripled. While in Hutchinson, he was awarded a trip to the Holy Land in recognition of his leadership in the church and community. He then served for 11 ½ years as senior minister at Countryside Christian Church, Mission, Kansas. Dr. Frazier gave strong leadership to lay leadership development and stewardship, while the church’s budget reached 49% to outreach and the building debt was retired. His record of service throughout his ministry is extensive in all manifestations of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), including numerous offices, boards, committees and interdenominational bodies. In local pastorates he was additionally involved in Scouts, YMCA, mental health, hospitals and many areas of community service.

Dr. Frazier was installed as Executive Regional Minister for the 200 Christian Churches (Disciples of Christ) in Oklahoma in 1977, a distinguished position he held for sixteen years until his retirement to Foxwood Springs Living Center, Raymore, Missouri, where he served as chaplain from 1993 to 1998. He was an active member of Raymore Christian Church and the Foxwood Springs community, volunteering in many capacities.

He and his wife, Bonnie, were married for nearly 68 years (Dec. 26th, 1948). They served faithfully in ministry, traveled extensively, led groups, and witnessed the mission of the church throughout the world. Five surviving children blessed their marriage: Linda Sue, San Juan Pueblo, New Mexico; Cynthia Lou (Steve Summers), Springfield, Missouri; James Kevin (Judy Bryan), Overland Park, Kansas; Jeffrey Alan, Atlanta, Georgia; and Joy Lynn (Kelly Dwyer), Olathe, Kansas; 14 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren and one on the way.

Preceding Eugene in death were his parents, a brother Richard Lee, and sisters, Ola Mae and Wanda June.

A service of memory and celebration will be held at Raymore Christian Church, 500 Peace Dr., Raymore, MO on December 27, 2017 at 10:30 AM.

Memorial gifts may be made to: Raymore Christian Church, PO Box 680, Raymore, MO 64083; Park Place Christian Church, 2600 N Adams St, Hutchinson, KS, 67502; or Countryside Christian Church, 6101 Nall Ave, Mission, KS 66202.

The body has been donated for medical research. The cremains will be laid to rest at a later time in New Providence Cemetery, Ursa, Illinois.

Cards of care and concern may be sent to Bonnie at her home.

Mrs. Bonnie Frazier
508 N. Long Blvd.
Raymore, MO 64083-9148

CCOK3012017-12-11T11:06:12-06:00Dec 11, 2017|Regional News|2 Comments

Two 2018 Caminante Mission Trips – Find Out How to Get Involved!

The Oklahoma Region is planning two mission trips to Caminante in the Dominican Republic in 2018. These mission trips not only change the lives of the participants but they also change the lives of the children we minister to in the Dominican Republic. These mission trips show the value of churches working together.

The first trip is scheduled for July 21-30, 2018. Those traveling will spend their time working with the Caminante staff as they minister to children in their summer community fairs. These fairs are similar to our Vacation Bible Schools. They will play games, make crafts, and help with lessons. They will serve snacks and lunch daily to around 300 children.

They will also take this fair to one or two villages where Haitian immigrants live and observe the different programs at the vocational school. The group will visit Santo Domingo, the capital city of the Dominican Republic and spend time with Sister Denisse and her staff.

The second mission trip will take place in April, after Easter and before the Regional Assembly. The exact dates have not been finalized. Those traveling will spend 7 or 8 days visiting the different ministries of Caminante.

This mission trip is more educational in nature. They will observe the different programs at the vocational school and visit Santo Domingo. They will also work with children in the homework rooms and make coconut jewelry with local teenagers as well as spend time with Sister Denisse and her staff.

Are you interested in participating in one of these mission trips? These trips are safe and secure, the lodging is in a nice, clean hotel, and there are age appropriate activities for recent high school graduates as well as older adults.

The trips cost between $1600 to $1800 per person. Participants can receive help raising money for trip expenses. Scholarships are available.

Call Don Johnson (580-402-2612) or Loma Sullivan (405 –206-7437) for more information.

CCOK3012019-03-18T15:44:52-05:00Dec 5, 2017|Mission|Comments Off

Dealing With Conflict Webinar: January 17, 2018

As friends of AdminIsMinistry, we want to keep you in the loop on the latest offerings. Please read the Press Release – Dealing with Conflict Jan 2017 to find out more about the latest webinar titled “Dealing With Conflict”. Rev. Christy Drechsel will be facilitating this webinar which may be beneficial to many congregations.

This webinar will take place on January 17, 2018 from 10am-11am.

Cost is $20 a person. If cost is an issue, email micah@adminisministry.com for assistance.

For more information contact:
Micah James
405.694.1818
micah@adminisministry.com

CCOK3012019-03-18T15:44:57-05:00Dec 5, 2017|Congregations|Comments Off

Winter Talk 2018

You are invited to the 5th annual Winter Talk. Winter Talk 2018, is a three-day conversation on the Christian Doctrine of Discovery and Indigenous Justice, and how both influence Disciple theology and polity. Hosted by Yakama Christian Mission’s Council and Brite Divinity School, Winter Talk is dedicated to furthering the conversation on the Christian Doctrine of Discovery and its dismantling.

This year’s keynote speaker is Chase Iron Eyes, a member of the Lakota People’s Law Project and a co-founder of the Native American news website Last Real Indians.

Chase Iron Eyes

Winter Talk 2018 is held January 8-10, 2018 at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas. Registration and more information can be found at https://yakamamission.org/winter-talk-2018

CCOK3012019-03-18T15:45:02-05:00Dec 5, 2017|Clergy News|Comments Off

Announcing NBA Mission and Ministry Grantees!

National Benevolent Association Funds 21 Grants to Support Older Adults and At-Risk Children and Youth in 2018. Through its Mission and Ministry Grants Program, the National Benevolent Association of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is granting a total of $150,250 to 21 Disciples projects and ministries working with older adults and at-risk children and youth. This year’s grantees are located across 12 Disciples regions and 4 areas. Of the 21 selected projects, 14 are focused on at-risk children and youth; 5 are focused on older adults; and 2 are intergenerational, serving both communities.

Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

Pre-Register for Feb. 10th Disciples Women Encounter

The Oklahoma Disciples Women will meet for the Statewide Meeting “Encounter/Preview” on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Theme: “Disciples Women Have Heart“
Where: Wildewood Christian Church, 6900 N. Kelley OKC 73111
Cost: $20 includes lunch
Speaker: Dr. Nathan Grantham will discuss “Women’s Heart Health” followed by a panel to discuss nutrition including dietitians.

Your choice of one of two workshops:

Rev. Noel Gray: Prayer Preparedness
Sandy Moyers: Prayer Beads (Bring additional cash if you want to purchase prayer beads.)

Installation of State Disciples Women Officers: by Rev. Pam Holt and Rev. Leslie Dotson

Communion Service: by Rev. Zenobia Mayo

For more information contact: Marilyn Bohlender, ODW President 580-483-5110 or email mbohlender1@gmail.com or Cheryl A. Factory, Coordinator, 405-694-3344

Please pre-register by emailing: odw2018meeting@gmail.com (Pay $20 at door)
(Include name, church, and the best way to contact you if needed)

CCOK3012019-03-18T15:45:11-05:00Nov 28, 2017|Disciples Women|2 Comments

Please Give to the Annual Fund 2017

Dear Regional Church Family,

As we enter the last quarter of 2017, please remember the great Region of Oklahoma with a gift to the Annual Fund. This year your generous giving to the 2017 Annual Fund has been remarkable. The Region’s goal for 2017 is $130,000, and thus far you have given a total of $58,556 to support your Region’s ministry and mission! We are almost halfway there!

Your gifts matter because our mission and ministry to be present in all of the Region’s varied circumstances really represents YOU showing up to be a part of God’s work of healing and wholeness. A pastor dies, you are there. A pastor retires. You are there. A congregation searches for a new pastor. You are there. A new pastor is called. You are there. Camp is “happening.” You are there. A pastor is diagnosed with cancer or has surgery. You are there. A congregation returns to the fold. You are there. A student graduates and is ordained. You are there. A congregation celebrates a milestone anniversary. You are there.

Disciples are grateful for your presence and your prayers through us, the Regional Staff. This is what makes us unique. The Regional Staff can only do this work of connecting, empowering, and equipping Disciples of Christ to love and serve like Jesus with your generous support. We serve you so that you can serve God, and together, we give thanks.

Every Gift Counts

Will you help us reach our goal by the end of the year with a tax-deductible gift to the Annual Fund? Every gift counts — large or small. I invite you to be among the good and faithful Oklahoma Disciples who always give with generous hearts to be a part of God’s work in making all things new.

Blessings and peace for the seasons of Thanksgiving and Christmas!

Rev. Pamela G. Holt
Regional Minister