Oak Creek United Church of Christ
"...where faith in Jesus comes alive by nourishing you on life's journey."
5280 Bigger Road (between Whipp and Rahn)
Kettering, OH 45440


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Phone #: (937) 434-3941
Email the Church Office: office@oakcreekucc.net
Email Rev. John Konz, Pastor: jkonz1@woh.rr.com

Sunday Worship Schedule:
8:30 A.M. Faith Conversation Service
10:15 A.M.- Traditional Service with Choir & Children's Sunday School
Church office hours: 9:00-12:00 and 1:00-5:00 Tuesday - Thursday



Senior Lunch Program

February Menu (pdf file)

Senior Resource Connection
(flyer pdf file)




Cajun Mardi Gras Dinner

Tuesday, February 16th @ 5:30 P.M.

Chef Mike Carman will be preparing Chicken Sausage Gumbo over rice, fruit cup, corn bread with King Cake for dessert.

Invite your friends and neighbours. Reservations must be called into the office by Friday, February 12th.




The Sunday School themes for February are:

2/7- Ruth
2/14-Good Samaritan
2/27-Four Friends
2/28-Love Letter



Question: How many members are going to camp this year? Are you? Did you know that Dunkirk is offering first time campers 50% off their admission price?

Make a commitment THIS year to go! It's never too early to think about summer and summer camps. The camps are Pilgrim Hills, Temple Hills and Dunkirk. They are offering weekend, weekday and special camps for all ages. Fundraisers are being planned to help out our youth to go again this year. Camp info will be posted on the bulletin board in the hallway. CHECK IT OUT and sign up early- slots will fill up fast with this great deal!



CAN DO Sunday February 21

No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave.
Items needed are: Suggestions: bleach, box mixes (potatoes, brownies, desserts), cleansers, cocoa mix, cooking oil, crackers, diapers & wipes, flour, meal helpers, rice, soups (canned & dry), canned tomatoes.



Notes of Appreciation

I would like to thank all of Oak Creek and especially the 2009 Consistory for their wonderful support and encouragement during my term as President. It was a great year of change and growth. Everyone worked very hard and made my job especially easy. Thank you for the lovely flowers, card and $50 gift certificate to Hobby Lobby. The flowers looked lovely on my dining table, the card was very sweet and I will make excellent use of the gift certificate. Many blessings to all of you and especially Mary Fannin as she begins her year as Consistory President. Thank you. Elva Blatt



New Horizons' Women's Prayer Group
By Judy Hudson

The New Horizons Women's Lunch for February(due to possible inclement weather conditions) will be postponed until March. Look for signup sheets on the Fellowship Hallway Bulletin Board for our next luncheon in 2010.



JOY Circle
By Judy Hudson

In January, because of conflicting schedules, we will hold our meeting on MONDAY, February 8th, 7:30 p.m. at the home of Sara Maxwell. As always, we would be delighted to welcome anyone who would like to join us at our evening JOY Circle meeting. We view a pertinent topic narrated by a well-known author and engage in discussions afterwards. The evening comes to a close with fellowship over a light dessert and beverage. If you would like additional information, please feel free to contact Judy Hudson.



Circle 2

Circle 2 will meet on Wednesday, February 10th at 10:30 a.m. in the parlor. Rev. John will show the video "Open" by Rob Bell for discussion. It is a program about prayer - Why does God answer some prayers and not others.



Men's Luncheon
By Gary Gravette

The Oak Creek Men's Luncheon group will meet for lunch on Tuesday, February 16th at the Starlight Diner on Wilmington Pike at Woodman Drive. We will meet at 11:30 a.m. We can order from the menu. This is a good opportunity to have good conversation with your church friends. If you have any questions, contact Gary Gravette or Jacque Schneider. See you at the Starlight.



Dunkirk Family Camp

The dates are July 11-17 for this year's journey of fun, fellowship and inspiration at our Dunkirk Conference Center in Dunkirk, New York. Oak Creekers of all ages and family arrangements have been deepened, strengthened, encouraged and blessed by God's love at this beautiful site for over twenty years. Early Bird discounts in effect until April 15 and first time campers receive 50% discounts. See Mary & Bob Fannin, Cristie DeBuhr, Sherri Fyffe, and Marilyn Priser for more information.



ESTATE SALE in the making:

Do you have items of antique or collectible quality that you would like to sell? We are planning an ESTATE SALE in the Fellowship Hall on March 20th (probably 9-2). Each 8' table or space would rent for $10 (you might want to share one space with a friend if you don't have lots to sell.) The fee will be put toward advertizing for the event and the church. If interested, please let Martha know so you can be put on the list. You will be contacted in early March. This is a great opportunity to clean out the attic. Let's make this a huge success! Contact Joan Raine or Linda Konz for more information.



Thank You to our Oak Creek Angels

Remember: YOU can recognize an Angel on the Bulletin Board!

-- To Terri Tyson for leading the caroling party on December 12th.

-- A big thanks for the new communion table and preparation for it on its 1st Sunday.

-- To our 2009 Consistory members for their leadership and dedicated service.

-- To our does and un-doers who put up and tucked away our Christmas decorations for another year.

-- To the ladies of the Guild who visited our homebound members in the days following the Candlelight Dinner to deliver homemade goodies and gifts and stayed to chat.

Notes of Appreciation

In appreciation to Oak Creek UCC for their support of the work of SONKA through their contributions to Our Church's Wider Mission. Rev. Ruth Brandon, Association Minister. We are "A 5 for 5 Church', because we have donated to all 5 national UCC funds this year.

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Thank you so very much for the beautiful shawls/throws! They will bring much comfort to those here. Thank you for caring to make a difference!
Hospice of Dayton

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Thanks for including the Fairmont High School Fusion Choir in your holiday planning. David Bodary (included were the signatures of all the singers)




Operation Christmas Child
By Gayle Chrisler

Our total for Operation Christmas Child shoe-boxes was 53. Your participation in this ministry will bless many, little children. You who donated money or contributed items for the boxes, Member Outreach says THANK YOU. Giving is what the holiday is all about. Member Outreach Committee whishes our Oak Creek family a blessed Christmas and a Happy Healthy, New Year!!!



Journey UCC and Common Grounds have started a new Ministry Initiative of Dayton's Interfaith Community
For more details visit Journey UCC



ECUMENICAL YOUTH WORSHIP
Spread the word! Details are at Journey UCC and Journey's MySpace.

Here are links to past bands' myspace pages!




Our Mission: We live in a world where people are looking for a Bible-based value system that will give meaning to life. Here in Oak Creek Church, we welcome you to join with us as we seek to live out the commandment of Christ for us to love one another as he loved us from the cross.

"We welcome you to Oak Creek United Church of Christ, where faith comes alive. We are a growing church committed to following Jesus wherever he takes us.  So if you're ready for an adventure, why not give us a call, or, better yet, join us for an event.  We're here to help you make your life the best it can be. We hope you will find the information on this website helpful. If you have any questions or feedback, don't hesitate to contact us."

On behalf of our entire church family, we sincerely welcome you to the fellowship of Oak Creek United Church of Christ.

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