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We celebrated Jacy’s first birthday last night, even though she doesn’t turn one until Monday. Happy Birthday Jacy! Below are some pictures. Enjoy!

One of my favorite chapters in the book is chapter 4. It’s entitled “EXCELLENCE: Do Your Best in Every Area of Service.” Bob Russell (see picture above) shares that in a recent survey 90% of Southeast members (that’s 90% of 14,000 people) said they had invited someone to come to church with them in the [...]

On Monday I went golfing with three other guys from the church. We played at Auman Timbers in Dover. It was interesting! The course wasn’t in very good shape, but the scenery was unbelievable. I’ve posted a few pictures below (click on pictures to enlarge). They really don’t do it justice. If you’re a golfer, [...]

On Saturday, September 26th OCC will be hosting an Angels & Demons seminar with Dr. Johnny Pressley from Cincinnati Christian University. Below is a tentative schedule.
8:30 – 9:45 a.m. – Session #1
9:45 – 10:00 – Break
10:00 – 11:15 – Session #2
11:15 – 11:30 – Break
11:30 – 12:00 – Q & A
You can RSVP by contacting [...]

Over the past few months the staff and elders, along with a graphic designer, have worked on creating a new logo. The goal is to come up with something that communicates our mission – Win, Train, Send – in a simple and eye-catching way. Above is our current logo. Below are a few drafts we’re considering for the new logo. Please [...]

It has been an interesting 48 hours. I was in my office Thursday afternoon working on my sermon and the next thing I know I’m in ER at Wooster Hospital. From about 2:30 to 8:30 p.m. I don’t remember anything. Pretty weird, huh? I had numerous tests done at the hospital and everything checked out [...]

In chapter 2, Russell makes a case for balancing musical styles in Sunday worship services. Under the section Why Sing Old Hymns? he writes:
The hymns are familiar to many of our guests. Many church leaders are so wrapped up in reaching the culture with modern music that they never stop to think about what might [...]

In chapter 1, Russell encourages preachers to use a lot of Scripture in their sermons. He shares a story about a preacher that came to his home church growing up:
Once an arrogant young preacher delivered a sermon in our church that contained almost no Scripture. My mother, who rarely spoke a negative word to anyone, [...]

On September 20th OCC is having “Back to Church” Sunday. We want every member and regular attendee to invite their friends and family “back to church.” Most people in Wayne County, Ohio have been to church at least once. So let’s invite them back on September 20th!
Invitation postcards will be available this Sunday. You can [...]

I’ve been rereading When God Builds a Church by Bob Russell the last few weeks. It’s filled with great stuff that’s applicable for any church or church leader. Over the next week I’m going to post some of my favorite quotes and/or concepts. If you haven’t read the book, you can get it at the OCC library [...]