Think about this....

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As we are getting ready for Christmas, please remember to keep CHRIST in Christmas! He is the reason for the season. Christmas isn't all about the babe in the manger, it is really about what that baby meant for us, it was about the baby who grew up and became a man and died for our salvation! For YOU and for me! (John 3:16) It didn't stop there - He died and rose again! He is our God in heaven!!! Who offers us redemption and eternal life with Him. He is the God of second chances!!!!! He loves you and me even with all our blemishes! He loves us in spite of our imperfection! He loves us in spite of our sins!!!! Tell someone Merry CHRISTmas today! Share the gospel with them!!!!!

Psalm 23 For Today By: Dena Dyer

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I found this video tonight and I had tears as I watched it. From the mouths of babes sometimes come words from God.

Psalm 23 is probably close to your heart, like it is mine. This video reminded me of a version of Psalm 23 that I had read in a book called Grace for the Race: Meditations for Busy Moms by Dena Dyer.

Psalm 23 for Today

The Lord is my Shepherd--
In the midst of the war on drugs,
the war on terrorism,
and the spiritual warfare in my soul.
I shall not want--
with Him as my Savior and provider,
I'm perfectly content.
While others strive for and worry about
a bigger house, a newer car, designer clothes, and jewels,
I will rest in my calling and purpose--
knowing God and making Him known
in this hurting, harried world.

He leads me beside still waters--
Cool, clear streams of peace
in the midst of orange alerts,
space shuttle disasters, stock market fluctuations,
and baggage inspections.
When emotional baggage threatens my sanity,
He renews my mind.
When grief and despair descend,
He heals my heart.
When doubts and fears assail my tranquillity,
He restores my soul.

Yea, though I walk through the valley
of the shadow of death--
filled with threats of biological and chemical warfare,
nuclear bombs and ghosts of past regrets--
I will fear no evil.
Not AIDS or smallpox,
not child abductors or doomsayers.
Thou art with me--
even when I feel alone in a crowd.

Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me--
especially when I read the paper or watch the news.
(Why do I read or watch? I know the ending!)
Thou anointest my head with oil--
the oil of gladness and peace,
with a calling to be
light and joy in a dark, fear-filled world.

Help me to be a peace-full, grace-full person, Lord,
in the midst of a chaotic world.
Truly, my cup runneth over.
You have blessed me so much!
I have friends and family who love me,
a warm bed, freedom, grace, (more than) enough food,
and a fulfilling purpose.

Surely goodness and mercy--
Your grace, love, forgiveness, and compassion--
shall follow me all the days of my life.
Every second, every minute, You are before and
behind me, with Your arms of love outstretched.

And one day--when all wars and pain,
terror and shame
will come to an end...(Come quickly, Lord Jesus !)
I will dwell in the house of the Lord,
Your glorious kingdom,
where You've prepared an eternal home for me.

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We hope this will put a smile on your face! And perhaps give you a little hope!

A Christmas Celebration

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.