NEWS AND INFORMATION
WEEK OF NOVEMBER 9
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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. 


NOTEWORTHY NEWS

  • WELCOME TO OTTERBEIN CLASS | TODAY - Are you new to Otterbein? Join Pastor Mike TODAY (Sunday, November 9) for our Welcome to Otterbein Class. In the class, you will learn more about who we are at Otterbein Church and how to take your next step. The class will be offered at 9:30 a.m. in the OC 45 building (beside the white tent building). Register HERE, on the OC App, or stop by Connection Point. You are welcome to join the class even if you didn’t register. We are looking forward to meeting you!  
  • GRIEF SHARE: SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS | NOVEMBER 18 - The holiday season is fast approaching. 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 this emotional time. The group will meet on Tuesday, November 18, 7:00-8:30 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. Sign up by November 16- HERE, on the OC App, or stop at Connection Point. Feel free to invite others.
  • OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOX COLLECTION 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 23. You can also PACK A BOX ONLINE FOR $30 ($36 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 for more information and resources for packing a shoebox, or to build a shoebox online. 
  • TIMELESS TREASURES CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON | DECEMBER 8 - Timeless Treasures, our senior adult group, will have a Christmas luncheon at Hickory Bridge Farm Restaurant on Monday, Dec. 8 at noon. The meal of baked ham, oven-fried chicken, and sides will be served family-style. The cost is $30 per person. Sign up with payment on Sunday, November 23 & 30 at Connection Point, ocregister.org, or on the OC App.  
  • OTTERBEIN COMMUNITY PARK UPDATE - Please note: The park restrooms are CLOSED for the winter season. During this time, restroom key cards will be temporarily deactivated. Hold onto your key cards—they will be reactivated when the restrooms reopen in the spring.


OC CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLES

  • JOIN OUR CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION CHOIR - We will be having a special Christmas Celebration Weekend on December 13 & 14 that will include a special worship choir. We invite anyone to participate, regardless of previous choir experience or ability to read music. There will be rehearsals on December 3 & 10 with a full rehearsal on December 11. If you would like to join or learn more, click HERE, visit the OC App, or stop at Connection Point. The music/tracks for each ensemble will be sent out in early November. For any questions about the worship choir, contact Rachel Weaver at rachel.weaver@otterbeinchurch.org, or 717.762.7147 x227.
  • DO YOU PLAY A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT? We are planning to have an orchestra on December 21 during our Sunday morning services. There will be rehearsals on December 3 & 17 with a full rehearsal on December 18. If you play an instrument and have the ability to sight read music, complete the form HERE, visit the OC App, or stop at Connection Point on Sunday morning. The music/tracks for each ensemble will be sent out in early November. For any questions about the orchestra, contact Rachel Weaver at rachel.weaver@otterbeinchurch.org, or 717.762.7147 x227.


OC EVENTS
  • COLLEGE AGE (18-25) | NOVEMBER 9 - If you are a young adult (18-25) and want to connect with others your age and grow spiritually, join us on Sunday evenings. We connect each week over food, fellowship, and Bible study. On Sunday, November 9, join us at the OC Youth Building at 6:00 p.m. Take your turn at the mic or cheer on your friends, we're having Karaoke Night! Questions? Email dwight.karkan@otterbeinchurch.org.  
  • 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.


THE BIBLE JOURNEY

  • The Bible Journey is our new churchwide Bible reading plan—one chapter a day, with helpful podcasts, resources, and a place to ask questions along the way. It’s a great way to grow closer to God by spending time in His Word. You’ll find the daily reading plan on the OC App, our website, and at facebook.com/groups/ocdevotionals (click “join” to have it show up in your feed). If you have notifications turned on in the OC App for “Bible Journey,” you’ll get a reminder each morning at 7:00 a.m. with a direct link to that day’s reading. You can also download a weekly copy of the plan HERE. New! We have added an audio link on the OC App to LISTEN to each daily reading.

    • Bible Journey journals with your first resource are available for $5 at Connection Point. In addition, stop by to pick up your free copy of “The Character of God." More new resources! Pastor Mark has compiled some great questions and the answers from Matthew and Mark. Remember to check the Resource page HERE or on the OC App, often. We will continue to add resources as they are developed. Join us on the journey!


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.  
  • OC YOUTH & PARENTS - We’ve got exciting news! Your go-to spot for everything OC Youth is on the OC App! Just head to the “Sunday” section and tap on the OC Youth page. You’ll find upcoming events, registration forms, social media links, and much more—all in one place. Check it out and stay connected!
  • 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.