NEW SERMON SERIES

So what’s important when we pray?  The right words, place or time?  As we examine the words of Jesus in Matthew 6:5-8, you’d be surprised at the answers. 

Get away to the cool country in Prescott for our District Women’s Retreat on March 12-14.  You will experience spiritual renewal and Christian fellowship.  Earlybird registration fee is due by February 15.  See Deb McGeary at the Women’s Ministry table in the amphitheater for more information.

The Kidz Zone is looking into starting a Special Needs Ministry here at our church.  If you are interested in helping, giving ideas, praying or just finding out what is going on... contact Pastor Genell for more information. 

We want to ensure the first impression of guests at our church are positive. We are excited about adding new team members to our welcome ministry. If you are currently serving or interested in serving, plan on attending our First Impressions Appreciation Breakfast and Training on February 20, from 9:00-10:30 am in the sanctuary.

We want to ensure the first impression of guests at our church are positive. We are excited about adding new team members to our welcome ministry. If you are currently serving or interested in serving, plan on attending our First Impressions Appreciation Breakfast and Training on February 20, from 9:00-10:30 am in the sanctuary.

*First Impressions ministry opportunities are: Parking Lot Attendant, Greeter, Usher, Guest Services Team Member, and Hospitality Team Member.
*Sign up in the amphitheater today! For more information, see Katy Scott at the table or contact her at 575-6177.

Enjoy a day with other ladies shopping at the Tubac Arts Festival on Saturday, February 13.  Meet at the church at 8:30 am and carpool together. 

Our church is sponsoring a Work & Witness team in  Hermosillo, Mexico, February 10-13.  If you have a passport and would like to do some painting and prep work, consider joining the team!  Individual cost will be around $200 and we need 10 to 15 workers.  Contact Sid Felker at 297-0145 or Dick Egolf at 818-0785 for more details.  

 We are offering a parenting small group on Wednesday nights during our kids’ program, KWND at 6:45 - 8:15 pm.  We will meet with our kids for the first thirty minutes and when they break for small groups, we will start the curriculum video by Dr. Kevin Leman.  Please RSVP to Pastor Genell or call the church at 297-8297.  Nursery age childcare is provided upon request.  Kids, 4 years old through 6th grade can participate in our Wednesday night program. 

Weekly events:

• Sunday 9:00am - Kidz Passport to Missions - Student Worship Center
• Sunday 10:30am - Sunday School -Children's Wing
• Sunday 5:00-7:00pm - King's Kids Choir - Meets in Hayslip Hall
• Dance Team meets in Hayslip Hall at 3:30pm
• Wednesday 6:45pm - KWND (Kids Wednesday Night Discipleship) 
• Kidz Zone Team Workers Needed! Come love on our kids by participating on our team. We have opportunities for teaching toddlers, pre-K and kindergartners, taking attendance, writing notes of encouragement, assisting Sunday school teachers, or helping with small groups on Wednesday nights.

This high octane, faith-based, fun family event is coming to our church on Friday, March 5 at 7pm.  You can purchase your tickets at the church office or in the amphitheater on Sunday mornings. 

-  All youth are invited to attend our Sunday morning Bible study at 8:30am in room 10 and our Tuesday evening Bible study is 6:30pm in Pastor Jeff's office.

We are off to a great year!

Teen Quizzing (resumes in the fall) meets in Hayslip Hall from 8:00-8:45am every Sunday morning. Please contact Susan Davis (572-3677) or Peggy Klein (797-8826) for more information.

For further information, please contact Pastor Jeff at 297-8297 or jeff@ovcn.org.

Small Groups have resumed and meet on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, here at the church at 5:30pm.

Basic Bible Study for youth meets on Sundays at 8:30am in room 10, and on Tuesdays at 6:30pm in Pastor Jeff's office.

Youth Group has grown so large that the Junior and Senior High groups will now meet on different days!
-Junior High (7th and 8th grade) meets on Sunday evenings at 5:30pm in the Student Worship Center.
-Senior High (9th - 12th grade) meets on Wednesday evenings at 6:45pm in the Student Worship Center.

We have a growing group of young adults, (ages 18-28) that meet throughout the week. For more information about YAM, contact Pastor Jimmy at 297-8297 or jimmy@ovcn.org.

Word - You are encouraged to meet with us on Sunday mornings as we study the book of I John. This class meets in room 10 of the south wing during first service.

Excel - Come on Tuesday at 6:45pm for our study by Erwin McManus, Chasing Daylight, on the life of Jonathan.

Outlook - On Monday nights at 7pm, join us for a small group study, Finding the Heart's True Home, by Richard Foster. This study is led by Matt Young.

Power Point - Join us for our once-a-month prayer meeting.

You are invited to attend a Sunday morning class that will deepen your faith and deepen your relationship with others. Newcomers are always welcome.

Faith Defenders (all age adults, single and married) - 9:00am in Hayslip Hall. Taught by Dave Burros. This class is studying "Faith Lessons" by Ray Vander Laan.

Y.A.M. (Young Adult Ministries) (ages 18-28) - 9:00am in Room 7 - Jimmy & Sandy Miller. They are currently studying the book of I John.

Home Improvement (young couples) - 9:00am in Room 10. Taught by Jason Clapero, this class is studying Age of Opportunity, by Paul Tripp.

Senior Adults (ages 50+) - 10:30am in Room 14 - Taught by Steve & Susan Davis, they are studying "What Does the Bible Say About...", examining the major principles of the Christian Faith.

Joint Venture (all age adults, single and married) - 10:30am in Hayslip Hall. This class, taught by Brent & Marty Michelson, is studying the book of Hosea along with lessons from other minor prophets. 

Transformers (ages 30-40ish, single and married) - 10:30am in the Administration Building Office. Neal & Erin Girdler are the teachers and they are studying The Sermon on the Mount.

1-1-3 Breakfast Class This adult class meets during second service. After hearing Pastor Craig's sermon during first service, they go off campus for breakfast, discussion, and further study of Pastor's sermon. For more information, contact Lee Shevel.

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You can still join a small group! If you would like to be part of one, you can see what groups are open, where and when they meet and a description by going to www.ovcn.org.  Follow the path of Ministries, Spiritual Formation, Small Groups, and then Browse Groups. For more information, contact the church office or Gail Bohlman at 818-3539.

If you knit, crochet or want to learn, consider coming to the next Prayer Shawl Ministry meeting on Saturday, February 20 at 9:30am in room 10. Contact Valerie Ritz at 297-7767 for more information.

Women's Ministry Council... If you are interested in serving on the Women's Ministry Council, please contact Cheri Shank at 237-4449 or email mustangcheri214@msn.com

Fellowship with other ladies as you assemble a “Pearls & Sparkle” necklace on Tuesday, February 16 at 6:30 pm in Hayslip Hall.  The last day to order your kit is today, January 24.  For more information and to sign up, go to the Women’s Ministry table in the amphitheater. 

 Women of all ages are invited to attend this semester study group for fellowship, food, encouragement and a teaching time. This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month. The Bible Studies we are doing this fall semester are: "Love Dare," "Greater Health God's Way," "S.I.P. - Study in the Psalms," and "Keeping the Secrets of Jesus." Contact Rebecca Lee at 579-2700 for more information.

Music Ministry Inviting New Participants to Join!

Choir rehearses in the sanctuary on Wednesday evenings at 6:45pm. Please contact Larry Vinyard at 297-8297 or larry@ovcn.org for more information.

Celebration BIG Band rehearses every Wednesday evening in the sanctuary at 8:30pm. Please contact Pastor Larry at 297-8297, or larry@ovcn.org if you are interested in participating.

*Please note that choir and band rehearsals will resume in March. Watch for details!

There are many other technical and support opportunities available for those interested. Contact Pastor Larry to hear how you can help out!

JOY Luncheon..(Just Older Youth) On Saturday, February 20, Prime Timers will enjoy hearing Sam Hall speak from his adventures while on several trips to Russia distributing Bibles.  Names beginning  with A-G bring dessert, H-P bring main dish, and Q-Z bring salad or vegetable.

Gather together with Prime Timers from all over the district for a great time of worship, challenging speakers and fellowship!

Mark your calendar and make plans to attend Carolina's Best: A Prime Time Celebration Tour. This is sponsored by the Arizona Prime District of the Nazarene Church and will take place on August 29-September 7, 2010. A discounted price is available until October 1! The rate package includes:

Billy Graham Conference at the Cove, Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, Broadway at the Beach,IMAX, Origainal Benjamin Calabash Restaurant, Myrtle Beach-South Carolina, Myrtle Beach Grand Strand, Biltmore Estate, Stone Mountain, Carolina Opry Show, Charleston, USS North Carolina, Lunch at Sticky Fingers, Ruby Falls, Lookout Mountain, and Airfare.

Call 1-800-825-7715 with questions. Contact Rollan Gongwer locally for more information at 825-2346.

Leave the church at 9 am and return at 5 pm.  Contact Bob Dreher at 296-9486 for more information.

Did you know that the Church of the Nazarene ministers in 155 world areas. The newest world areas entered are: Guinea, Conakry, Niger, Moldova and Norway. More than 790 missionaries were deployed from approximately 40 world areas in 2008. Your caring, praying and giving is impacting the world for Christ!

February 5 – Jeanne McCrory, Cliff Northrup, Diane Northrup, Floyd Taylor, Matt Pitts, Jackson Usborne, Benjamin Freeman

February 6 – Lena Laney, Marian Patterson, Mitchell Von Behren

February 7 – Cherryl Conley, Katie Cha, Brenda Baker, Dana Davis, Mikaila Harmon, Jordan Leonard

February 8 – Victor Reeb, Thomas Rambaud, Benjamin Dreher, Brianna Manard

February 9 – Jim Richardson, Jamison Capaccio, Camryn Quiroz

February 10 – Dorothy Smith, Glenn Songer, Shandi Maghran, Don Hernandez

February 11 – Debra Finn, Tricia Cortese, Juli Martin, Kyleigh Ingalls

February 12 – Stephen Locke, Michael Locke, Stephanie Phillips, Caleb Ritter

February 13 – Pat Poe, Sharon Wilson, Houston Huff, Helena Hurbon

February 14 – Leona Lewis, Elizabeth Rohlik

February 15 – Richard Egolf, Juanita Hudson, Ted Birchard, Elizabeth Toombs, Christy Smalley, Wendi Gaddis, Adam Townsend, Kendra Mooore, Sophia Reboza, Logan Majobian

February 16 – Nate Odom, Allie Quiroz, Katharina Cochran

February 17 – Alex Johnston, April Young, Wendy Odom, Aliyah Carr

February 18 – Krista Bush

February 19 – James Chang, Brittany Mumford

February 20 – Staci Burger, Tim Franco

February 21 – Gregg Eller, Marianna Hauglie

February 22 – Larry Burger, Trevor Whiteside, Javier Moncivaiz

February 23 – Joy Diehl, Seth Ritter, Briana Dohogne, Tre Edwards, Cristian Moncivaiz

February 24 – Gary Colldock, Nancy Ehorn, David Ribble

February 25 – Lori Clark, Adam Morgan, George Applegate, Sandy Rowley, Juan Carlos Castano

February 26 – Mitzie Lupo, Alex Holt, Valeria Liera

February 27 – Trevor Gillihan, Jeffrey Hicks, Chris Angus

February 28 – Ricky Cook, Darrin Baker, Laura McGeary

February 29 – Frank Santoro, Kimberly Seitzinger

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

.....and many

more to come!

February 3 – Darrin and Deanna Whiteside

February 4 – Jason Lindley and Lori Lindley, Ted and Georgene Birchard

February 9 – Bill and Wendi Gaddis

February 10 – Chris and Genell Cherryholmes

February 14 – Richard and Bonnie Welch, Rick and Kathy Huff, Terry and Bobbi Roth, Neal and Fran Patronsky, Steve and Brenda Moseley

February 23 – Mike and Deb Townsend

February 25 – Chris and Tonya Zanotti

February 26 – Bill and Liberty Simpson

February 28 – Jack and Conny Culver