Operation Dough-Nation

It has been several weeks since we began working with Panera Bread in Perrysburg to bring Operation Dough-nation to Oregon Nazarene Church. This new ministry has been such a blessing already, in just a short time. We would like to share a couple of brief testimonies about this ministry: "Our daughter has a friend who knows a family with 16 foster children and they would love to have some of the bread from Wednesday nights. Also, George asked his mailman who in his work neighborhood was in need and got two names. He went to their houses, introduced himself and distributed some bread there also. All three of these families were very greatful and would like more, so he will be picking up more this week."


"I took some bread to my neighbor across the street who has three little girls. She was not home the first night so I put in her door. Later this week, I saw her door open, so I went over and introduced myself to her. She was So thankful. I took her some more tonight. Again she was so thankful. This time I also included a church bulletin so she would know which church we attend."


"I picked up a couple bags of bread on Wednesday. One for me, and one for a woman I work with. She supports a family of 5 (including 2 teenagers) on her income, which is less than mine. It made her day! I have been trying to get her to try out our church, and she even said "you're gonna make me want to go to church!". Please continue this ministry, I really think it is a good thing."

Operation Dough-nation happens on Wednesday nights at Oregon Nazarene Church. Women's Ministries facilitates this ministry however participation is open to anyone. At 6:45 pm, during Caravans you can pick up a grab bag of bread, pastries, and bagels for someone you know could use it! Or for yourself! This is a first come, first serve basis. Please join us in blessing our neighbors! Also if you would like to serve in this ministry by picking up from Panera or sorting the bread - let Women's Minsitries know! We could always use the help!

Are you ready?????

How time flies! We have been anxiously awaiting to begin Beth Moore's Daniel Bible Study and in just 4 short weeks we will be doing just that! How exciting! On Wednesday nights, beginning November 7th - this Bible Study will begin. We are going to be meeting at Christ UMC on the corner of Starr and Stadium - there will be child care - Caravan's will be meeting there as well. There is a cost to this study: $14.95 - this is the price of the book which is essential to the study. Women's Ministries has begun taking orders for this book. To place your order, please make your check payable to ONC Women's Ministries and give it to either Lin or Sharon. We will be available in the foyer starting this Sunday Oct. 14th .

This is not just an enriching Bible study - it is a LIFE-CHANGING Bible study! Please make plans to attend - you won't want to miss it! For Preview of this Study - click here

The study is divided into two six week sessions. The first session will start Nov. 7th. We will take a break for Christmas and then restart the second week of January with the second session!

Other BIG NEWS!!!

Mark your calendars!! Saturday, December 8th, Women's Ministries Christmas Celebration @ St. Charles Hospital Oregon Room at 5 pm. Guest Speaker: Karen Alexander-Doyel!!!! We are so honored to be able to invite Karen back to ONC and thankful that God has continued to use her in her weakness! If you missed her at our Daughters of the King Banquet or if you had a friend that you wish could have seen her and if you saw, you know you would love to see her again - well, now's your chance! Her topic theme is: GOD'S WORD / GOD'S SON - MY GUIDE, LIFE, JOY, LOVE (A study of Psalm 119)

Our intentions were for this event to be at our current building and be a potluck - however, God is GOOD and our building has sold! This has caused a modification our plans. Again this event will be at the Oregon Room in St. Charles Hospital. With this we have had to move from a potluck to a catered meal. Therefore there will be a $10.00 cost for the event. This isn't so bad, had we all made dishes it would have cost about that anyways. This way we get to just come and enjoy what the Lord has prepared for us! The other benefit that God has provided in selling our building is that our building would only hold 120 women in our sanctuary - the Oregon Room can hold up to 200!!!! What a chance we have to show love to our family and friends! Like the group of friends who brought the sick man to Jesus, we need to bring our family and friends to Christ. There will be door prizes, a meal, a speaker, Christmas joy, and much more! Please plan on attending and bringing a couple of friends!

Tickets go on sale - OCT. 21st - Get them quickly!

Also if you would like to help out with this event please contact Lin or Sharon.

Dinner & A Story

This evening Women's Ministries had our second Dinner & A Story. All I can say - next time we are bringing tissues!!!! We'll have them on the tables for everyone. Ladies, it's not that it was sad. There is nothing like sitting in a room with women who are laughing, crying and growing in Christ together. If you have missed our Dinner & A Story's, we encourage you to come to the next.

The atmosphere is always safe. It is a place that you can connect with the women at ONC. It is a night that you are able to get to know one woman in a very personal way through her testimony. Tonight, Kim Donofrio spoke for us. (And yes, I left my camera at home! Sorry!) Kim has attended ONC for about 9 months and we have been so blessed by her families attendance. Her family has definitely been grafted into the family at ONC.

Every women in the room was able to relate to Kim's story. We have entered the room one way and have left forever changed. Words cannot express the depth of fellowship this evening. God was truly there with us this evening! There's no denying!

Thank you Kim from the bottom of our hearts! Your courage to share has inspired us all!!!!! We are truly blessed to have you as a Sister in Christ!

GROUNDBREAKING & DEDICATION

This past Sunday, September 16th was a monumentous day in the life of Oregon Nazarene Church. After several years of anticipation, we were finally able to dedicate our 38 acres on Starr Ext. in Oregon as holy land and break some ground there on the property.

It was an exciting day. After our Sunday morning service, the congregation piled into our cars and caravaned to our new property - police escort and all! It was quite a thing to be a part of. Once on the Starr Ext. we all parked down the road about 1/2 mile and began to walk (and ride golf carts) to the new property. I can only imagine the neighbors thoughts as they watched nearly 200 people parading down the street and gathering in the soybean field that is soon to be ONC's new ministry center.

Our District Superintendent, Larry Fairbanks, joined us for the day. He had the privilege of dedicating the land to the Lord's use. Our church board were the first to break ground. Second, came the children. We all brought shovels for the kids to break ground, since this ministry center is the legacy we are building for them. Everyone took part after that!!!

God is SO GOOD! Here are some pictures of the day. Including pics of some of our very special women at ONC. Look close and you will see the joy of the day expressed on their faces.

Stepping out on FAITH!

WOW! How great is our God? Well, we are learning more and more each day that words cannot express just how great He is!



ONC has been for about three years now planning to build a new ministry center on property we had purchased on the Starr Ext. in Oregon, OH. Our current building had not sold yet, however, we as a congregation took a LEAP of Faith and said let's break ground on the new building and build what we can afforded and trust God to do the rest. Well, if you haven't heard already - within weeks of that decision, after years of no buyers for our current building, God sent a buyer knocking - we have a buyer for our existing property.

You may be asking "what does this mean for Women's Ministries?" Well, here's the answer:

This changes (in an exciting) way everything - As of Nov. 11th we will not have our current building at our disposal for events, activities, etc. So we are going to get creative!!!! Women's Ministries will still have every event on our schedule during our transition. We are looking for sites to continue our festivities at! Nothing will be left out - and Women's Ministries will still go on! (YEAH!)

This is why it is important for you to stay connected in all ways possible. If you have email and would like to be on the Women's Ministries email list - please email Sharon at mcqueary1@bex.net , if you aren't on the Nazarenes in Prayer email prayer chain - again let us know and we will get you on it. Remember the church website www.onaz.org. There are plenty of ways to remain in the "know." Please last, but certainly not least PLEASE REMEMBER TO PRAY FOR OUR CHURCH - this is an exciting time and we need God's power for every bit.

Looking for YOU!!!

Women's Ministries is looking for YOU!!!!

We need your help! This is your chance to get involved in the planning and preparation for many upcoming events.
We are looking for dedicated women (or just creative women!) to join our planning teams for the United Day of Prayerful Fasting on Sept. 20th, our Christmas Celebration on Dec. 8th (there is BIG NEWS about this - you will not want to miss it!) and for our winter retreat in February.

This is an exciting time in Women's Ministries. There are so many things in the works. Our council is energized and ready to help you connect with our faith community, as well as come alongside you on your faith walk to help you grow and change in Christ.

Please come on aboard and join the fun!