NEWS AND INFORMATION
WEEK OF NOVEMBER 17
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TO DO TODAY

  • LET US KNOW YOU'RE HERE - Please take a moment and let us know you’re worshipping 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.  


NOTEWORTHY NEWS
  • GRIEFSHARE, SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS | Nov. 19 - The holiday season is fast approaching. This might be the first holiday after your loved one’s death or maybe it’s your second, third, or beyond. In the coming days, you are going to be facing some tough emotions. With the holiday focus on family, traditions, social events and “cheer,” emotions can blindside you. Knowing what to expect and being prepared can be an immense help. Surviving the Holidays is a one-night event designed to help you navigate the emotions of the holiday season. The group will meet on Tuesday, November 19, 7:00-8:45 p.m. in the OC 45 Building. We will begin with some light refreshments as we introduce ourselves to one another. Then we will watch a video, participate in a brief discussion, and encourage one another. 
  • OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOX INFORMATION - We are once again partnering with Samaritan’s Purse in their Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Collection. Information, labels, and shoeboxes are available in the lobby today. ALL boxes must be returned to the church by Sunday, November 24. You can also PACK A BOX ONLINE FOR $25 ($31 if you add the Bible Study material to the box). You can choose the items you want to put in your box or have Samaritan’s Purse do it for you. Click HERE to pack your shoeboxes online. More information and resources for packing a shoebox can be found on the Sunday page of the website or the OC App.
  • ADVENT BLOCKS AT CONNECTION POINT - Create a meaningful Christmas tradition with Advent Blocks. This themed set of blocks with included devotional makes a great resource for families that tangibly points to Jesus, not just on Christmas Day, but throughout the whole Advent season. We are offering a standard set of Advent Blocks at a discounted rate for Otterbein families. Purchase your set for just $20 at Connection Point beginning today, while supply lasts. CLICK HERE to watch a video that explains how to use Advent Blocks. 
  • NEED ASSISTANCE WITH CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR YOUR CHILDREN THIS YEAR? OC Local2Global would like to assist families who attend Otterbein Church and who are struggling financially to purchase Christmas gifts for their children (birth-grade 12). If you need assistance or know a family who needs assistance, please complete the Gift Assistance application HERE, or on the OC App. If you have any questions, contact Rick Duesler (rick.duesler@otterbeinchurch.org). Applications must be submitted by Sunday, December 1.
  • THE GIFT OF SERVICE - As we prepare for the Christmas season, we are adding more service times to accommodate newcomers and guests to Otterbein Church. More services give YOU more opportunities to offer the gift of service. We are looking for friendly folks to serve as greeters. Additionally, we need some more volunteers to serve with Nursery and Preschool childcare. Learn more HERE, on the OC App, or stop by Connection Point.
  • SAVE THESE DATES—OC CHRISTMAS - More details will be available next week when we launch the OC Christmas page on the OC App and otterbeinchurch.org. That will be your go-to resource for all things Christmas at Otterbein!
    • Christmas Worship Celebration | December 14- 4:30 & 6:30 p.m. and December 15- 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
    Christmas Eve services | 1:00, 2:30, 4:00 & 5:30 p.m.


HURRICANE RELIEF
  • UPDATE - We have received an overwhelming response for volunteers to serve with hurricane recovery efforts-- thank you! For that reason, we have closed our interest form. If you would like to make a donation directly to Samaritan's Purse U.S. Disaster Relief, click HERE. 


OC EVENTS
  • MAMA BEAR SMALL GROUP | Nov. 17 - The Mama Bear Small Group will meet on Sunday, November 17 at 11:00 a.m. in Room 401A (Groups Wing). The group meets on the first and third Sunday of each month.
  • OC YOUTH THIS WEEK
    • 6th & 7th Grade Girls Book Club | Sunday, November 17 from 11:00-12:15 in the OC Youth Building
    All OC Youth CREW | Wednesday, November 20 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the OC Youth Building (Last one for 2024. CREW will resume again in January.)   
  • COLLEGE AGE (18-25) | Nov. 17 - Join us at the Otterbein Community Center on Sunday, November 17 at 6:00 p.m. for Bible Study! We meet EVERY Sunday night with food, fellowship, fun, and a Bible study. Times and locations vary from week to week. Questions? Email dwight.karkan@otterbeinchurch.org for more information.  
  • SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS | Nov. 19 - This one-night event is designed to help you navigate the holidays following the death of a loved one. The group will meet on Tuesday, November 19, 7:00-8:45 p.m. in the OC 45 Building.
  • OTTERBEIN QUILTERS | Nov. 20 - Our quilting group 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.
  • INDOOR SOCCER | Nov. 20 - A group that plays Indoor Soccer will gather each Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Otterbein Community Center Gym. Anyone in 9th grade or older is welcome to attend. All skill levels are welcome. Come join us for a great time of exercise and fellowship!
  • TIMELESS TREASURES CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON | Dec. 9 - Timeless Treasures, our Sr. Adult group, will be having a Christmas luncheon at Hickory Bridge Farm on Monday, December 9 at noon. The cost of $30.00 includes a family-style meal of oven fried chicken, ham, sides, dessert, drink, and tip. Following the meal, we will have a Christmas carol sing-along with Dave Besecker. Sign up with payment begins November 24-- on the OC App, online at ocregister.org, or stop at Connection Point on a Sunday morning. 
  • JEFF ALLEN COMEDY TOUR | Jan. 10 - Jeff Allen’s rapid-fire, clean comedy about marriage and family life has made him a favorite with audiences of all ages. His five Dry Bar Comedy specials have racked up nearly a billion views, and he's appeared on major platforms like America’s Got Talent, Netflix, Amazon, Huckabee, PureFlix, Showtime, Comedy Central, and VH1., He will be making a stop in Waynesboro to take the stage at Otterbein Church on Friday, January 10 at 7:30 p.m. His 2025 tour blends his signature standup comedy with a heartfelt message of redemption. Jeff’s tour aims to unite audiences from all walks of life. This would make a great date night! Learn more HERE, on the OC App, or stop by Connection Point.
  • 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 JUDGES. The Daily Bible Reading Plan is available on the OC App and at facebook.com/groups/ocdevotionals (click on “join” to have it appear on your newsfeed). If you have notifications turned on in the OC APP for “Bible Reading Plan/Devotions,” you will get a daily reminder at 7:00 a.m. with a link to the day’s Bible reading. You can also download a copy of the Bible Reading Plan each week at www.otterbeinchurch.org/bible-reading-plans. 


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. Click HERE to contact us to learn more about any of the groups.
  • 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.
  • 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.