NEWS AND INFORMATION
WEEK OF MARCH 30
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TO DO TODAY

  • LET US KNOW YOU'RE HERE - Please take a moment and let us know you’re worshiping with us— whether in-person or online. CHECK-IN for Sunday services HERE or the easiest way to check-in is on the OC App directly from the Sunday tab. Select who is here and which service you’re attending. Please Note: Services are available for check-in on the App two hours prior and 30 minutes after the service time. It’s quick & easy!! If you choose not to use the OC App and you're with us in-person, just complete the Welcome Card in the seat back pocket. Then drop the card into one of the baskets outside the Worship Center doors. If you experience any issues with check-in from the App, please stop by Connection Point for further assistance.   
  • FRIENDSHIP COMPANY MUSICAL | MARCH 29 & 30 - Limited seating is available! We have added more seats to the room! If you’d like to see the show but don’t have a ticket, come anyway! We’ll do our best to accommodate you. If you’d still like to see the show but don’t have a ticket, come anyway! We’ll do our best to accommodate you. Join us as our talented 2nd–6th grade performers present "The Born Again Identity"—a thrilling adventure where elite agents race to decode a mysterious message about being “born again” and the promise of eternal life. Showtimes: Saturday 3/29 at 4 & 6 p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m. Don't miss this action-packed faith-filled performance!


OC EASTER

  • EASTER OUTREACH MEAL - We are providing Easter meals to people in our community who are struggling financially. People can choose a bag of food that includes ham, potatoes, dinner rolls, corn, green beans, macaroni and cheese, fruit, butter, and cookies OR they can request individually packaged meals that can be heated up in a microwave. Here are ways that you can be involved in helping our church serve our community in Jesus’ name:
    • 1) Give $35 for an Easter Meal bag which will feed an entire family, $12 for the purchase of a single-serve meal, or give a gift in any amount for the breakfast and/or other expenses related to the Easter Outreach Meal.
    2) Donate home-baked cookies to be included in the bags. Chocolate chip and sugar cookies are most appreciated— please, no nuts.

    We were blown away by the incredible response from those eager to serve! Our volunteer roster is now full—thank you for your support!

    If you would like to give to the Easter Outreach Meal or donate home-baked cookies, click HERE. 
    Click HERE to request an Easter Meal for someone in need.
  • EASTER SERVE OPPORTUNITIES - Easter is an exciting time in the life of the church. We are looking for volunteers to serve in the Nursery or as Greeters during our Saturday services on Palm Sunday weekend (April 12) and Easter weekend (April 19). Don't worry, with extra service times you won't miss out on what's happening in the Worship Center. If you would be interested in serving, complete the form HERE, on the OC App, or stop by Connection Point on Sunday morning. 
  • EASTER EGG HUNT | APRIL 12 - Make plans to hop on over to this year's OC Easter Egg Hunt at our Otterbein Community Recreation Park (13375 Welty Rd.) in Waynesboro, PA. The Egg Hunt will take place on April 12. Kids ages 2 through 5th grade, bring a bag or basket and come early! We have lots of eggs but don't be late or you'll miss all the fun! The egg hunt will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. See you there! 
  • PALM SUNDAY WEEKEND | APRIL 12 & 13 - Join us on Palm Sunday weekend for a special Easter celebration that will include our adult choir, worship team, children’s dance ministry, and a message by Pastor Mike. There will be two Saturday evening services, at 4:00 & 6:30 p.m. Childcare will be available for children from birth—preschool. We will have our regular schedule on Sunday morning with services at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 a.m. Click HERE to invite a friend!
  • COMMUNION | APRIL 17 - On Thursday, April 17, we will have two communion services (6:00 & 7:30 p.m.) in the Worship Center. Childcare will be available at 6:00 p.m. for children from birth—preschool. Both services are identical and will last approximately 60 minutes. The service will include an intimate time of worship and reflection as we focus on Jesus’ death and share communion. 
  • EASTER WEEKEND | APRIL 19 & 20 - We will have a Saturday evening service on Easter weekend at 6:30 p.m. to make room for additional guests who will join us as we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. Childcare will be available on Saturday evening for children from birth—preschool. We will have our regular schedule on Easter Sunday at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 a.m. Click HERE to invite a friend!


NOTEWORTHY NEWS

  • EASTER CANDY DONATIONS REQUESTED - On Saturday, April 12, at 11:00 a.m. our OC Kids Ministry will be having our annual Easter Egg Hunt at the OC Recreation Park on Welty Road. We encourage you to consider donating a bag or bags of individually wrapped candy for our egg hunt (no Smarties or lollipops, please, as they do not fit inside the eggs). Bags of candy can be dropped off in marked bins by Connection Point in the church lobby now through April 6. 
  • TIMELESS TREASURES LUNCH & MOVIE | APRIL 10 - If you’re 50+ consider joining us for a special gathering of Timeless Treasures. On Thursday, April 10, we are hosting lunch followed by an inspiring movie. Lunch will be served at noon in the OC45 Building with the movie, Letters to God, showing in the OC Youth Building to follow. Cost is $7 per person. Sign up on March 30th at Connection Point. You may also register HERE or on the OC App. Don’t miss this wonderful time of fellowship, food, and film! 
  • ATTENTION SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS - Would you be interested in helping Faith Builders Day Care this summer by periodically driving a bus for our school-age summer program? Hours are flexible. If you would like to apply, complete the form HERE, on the OC App, or stop by Connection Point.


OC EVENTS
  • COLLEGE AGE ADULTS (18-25) | MARCH 30 - Join us at the OC Youth Building on Sunday, March 30 at 6:00 p.m. We're having a Bible Study! We connect each week over food, fellowship, and Bible study. Questions? Email dwight.karkan@otterbeinchurch.org. 
  • FIRST TUESDAY PRAYER GATHERING | APRIL 1 - We will have our First Tuesday Prayer Gathering at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1. We will be meeting in Room 402. Park on the south side of the building and use the Groups Entrance. Everyone is invited to join in this time of prayer for our church, community, and world. 
  • OTTERBEIN QUILTERS | APRIL 2 - The Otterbein Quilters gather on the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 9:00-11:00 a.m. in the OC 45 Building. Their mission is to “sew stitches" of faith, fun and friendship with one another. Quilters of any skill level are welcome to attend. Bring a project in progress or one to show. If you have any questions, reach out to Kay Fitz at jkfitz2@comcast.net. 
  • OC YOUTH CREW | APRIL 2 - Join us at the OC Youth Building from 6-7:30 p.m.
  • WATOTO CHILDREN'S CHOIR | APRIL 6 - Come join the Watoto Children’s Choir for a powerful time of worship as the children bring the vibrant sounds of Africa to Otterbein Church and share their personal stories of hope and faith. They will perform a song during each worship service on April 6. Additionally, they will present two concerts later that day at 4:00 & 6:30 p.m. While these concerts are free, a love offering will be collected to support the Watoto Child Care Ministry. Don’t miss this uplifting experience! 
  • FREEDOM RIDERS MOTORCYCLE GROUP | APRIL 13 - Join a group from Otterbein for a group ride on Sunday, April 13. The group will leave from the church parking lot at 1:00 p.m. EVERYONE WHO RIDES IS WELCOME whether they attend Otterbein Church, or not. If you are interested in going on the ride, learning more about the March 16 route, and/or seeing the dates of future rides, sign up HERE, on the OC App, or stop by Connection Point. If you have questions, call Steven at 301-991-4848. 
  • BAPTISM WORKSHOP | MAY 4 - The next Baptism Workshop will be held on May 4 at 11:00 a.m. in the OC Groups wing, Room 402. Baptisms are planned for May 25. This workshop will help you record your salvation journey and teach the meaning of baptism. It is a requirement for all high school students and adults who wish to be baptized. Click HERE to learn more. 
  • HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS - We are excited to introduce a new initiative to help local non-profit organizations share their upcoming events, camps, and retreats with the community! We believe in the power of connection and want to provide a platform where organizations can reach more people and make a greater impact. The link to the community bulletin board is located on the OC Events page on both the OC website and the OC App. Check it out HERE— and join us in building a stronger, more connected community!
  • OC EVENTS - In addition to our Sunday morning services, we offer groups and special events to allow you to get to know one another with similar interests. Be sure to check out the OC Events page to see what's happening at Otterbein.


BIBLE READING PLAN

  • Join us as we read through the book of HEBREWS. The Daily Bible Reading Plan is available on the OC App and at facebook.com/groups/ocdevotionals. Simply click "Join" to have it appear on your newsfeed. If you’ve enabled notifications for “Bible Reading Plan/Devotions” in the OC App, you’ll receive a daily reminder at 7:00 a.m. with a link to that day’s devotional. You can also download a copy of the Bible Reading Plan each week at otterbeinchurch.org/bible-reading-plans. Join us as we grow together in God’s Word!


OTHER NEWS & INFORMATION

  • OTTERBEIN SMALL GROUPS - Otterbein has many different small group environments where people connect with others and learn biblical principles for life. Groups include Men's Base Camp, Men's Groups, Women's Groups, Sunday Message Discussion Groups, and Adult Bible Classes. Groups meet on various days and at different times, some meeting weekly and others meeting less frequently. 
  • TEXT ALERTS AND OC APP NOTIFICATIONS - The best way to get notifications regarding service and event cancellations/changes is to sign up for TEXT ALERTS and/or have notifications turned on in the OC APP. You can sign up for TEXT ALERTS by texting 94000 (enter where you would type a phone number or the person’s name) and putting the keyword OCINFO In the OC APP, go to the profile section and click on the icon that looks like a stack of paper under the “My Giving” icon. Be sure to select GENERAL notifications and any other categories from which you want to receive messages.
  • ALL THINGS OTTERBEIN AT YOUR FINGERTIPS - We encourage you to download the OC APP where you can complete the Welcome Card, give online, read the announcements, share a prayer request, find message notes, register, and sign up for events, watch last week’s service, and much more! Click HERE, text "APP" to 833-921-6237, or search "Otterbein Church Waynesboro" in any of the app stores.  
  • RAMSEY+ FINANCIAL RESOURCES - Otterbein has partnered with Dave Ramsey to offer a great tool for helping you take control of your money and get rid of your debt for good. With Ramsey+, you get a step-by-step plan and the tools to help you pay off debt faster, so you can finally spend and save how you want—worry-free. Ramsey+ includes the Financial Peace University course (on demand) along with many other great resources. Sign up HERE for this free resource. Contact Rick Duesler at rick.duesler@otterbeinchurch.org if you have questions or need assistance signing up. 
  • CHECK OUT RIGHTNOW MEDIA - Otterbein has partnered with RightNow Media to provide you free access to a huge, streaming, online, access-on-any-device library of over 10,000 video Bible studies, leadership videos, kids shows, and more. To sum it up — it’s like the Netflix of Bible study videos and Christian entertainment. You will have FREE access to thousands of video resources to help you with parenting, marriage, finances, spiritual growth, leadership development, and more. It includes content for all ages and stages of life, and all of your family members are invited to set up their own accounts. Click HERE to start watching right away. 
  • PACKS OF OFFERING ENVELOPES AVAILABLE - Packs of offering envelopes are available at Connection Point in the Church lobby for anyone desiring to use them to give their offering or you can contact the church office at info@otterbeinchurch.org or 717.762.7147 for more information or to request envelopes. 
  • Have you joined the "OTTERBEIN ONLINE" Facebook group? Facebook has made some changes to its algorithms over the past several months and there is a good chance you are not seeing information from Otterbein Church on your newsfeed. The best way to make sure you see Otterbein News when it is posted on Facebook is to be part of the OTTERBEIN ONLINE group. If you are, anything posted will appear near the top of your newsfeed. Here is a link to the group. If you need help finding the group or aren't sure how to join, contact us at info@otterbeinchurch.org and we will assist you.
  • The Otterbein Church Park Community Center Gym on Welty Road is open Monday-Friday mornings from 7:45-9:45 a.m. for anyone interested in walking for exercise. If you have any questions, please contact the church office by phone at 717-762-7147 or by email.