Joy is one of the surest signs of the kingdom of God. Joy, deep joy, not simply happiness or gladness but joy. Isaiah 35:1-10 Psalm 95 Romans 1:7, 15:13 Matthew 1:18-25 Luke 2:1-14
This Messiah will demonstrate and embody Love. Jesus, the Messiah, loves in a way that that goes far beyond how we often view love. His love extends to all. Psalm 146:5-10 Luke 1:46-55 James 5:7-10 Matthew 11:2-11
The promise of the coming Messiah is that he will bring Peace – not just the wish for peace, but a peace that includes justice, breaks down the walls between people, and declares that there is a new way of living. Isaiah 11:1-10 Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 Romans 15:4-13 Matthew 3:1-12
The "No Room At The Inn Project" gives us a fun way to connect outside the church walls by symbolizing the journey of Mary & Joesph from Nazareth to Bethlehem. Our Mary and Joseph figures want to visit as many homes as possible on their way to OCC’s Christmas Eve service! So … You sign up to have the Mary and Joseph figurines stay for a night at your home.
Here is the video we played on Sunday
As we begin Advent we look forward with Hope. The Old Testament readings point forward to the coming of Messiah. The New Testament readings remind us that Jesus is coming back Isaiah 2:1-5 Psalm 122 Romans 13:8-12 Matthew 24:36-44
Are you looking for a resource you can use with your little ones this Advent season... Here is a free resource: Jesus Storybook Bible Advent Guide
Sign up at the welcome centre at OCC
On Dec 9 OCC is looking after the Salvation Army Kettle at Walmart Sign up at the welcome centre at OCC (1 hour shifts) There are a few spots left
We have put this course off until January 2020 OCC is offering a free money course that will help you get more in control of your finances so you can save, give, and prevent debt. This is not designed for investing but is a basic money course in non-technical language that is for everyone. If you’re interested, jot a note on your bulletin tear-off on a Sunday and drop it