Dear Members,
We are six days away from Election Day, Tuesday, November 3. If you have not cast your vote, we encourage you to exercise your right and Christian responsibility as a Kingdom citizen to vote. No matter who wins this election, the days ahead will be difficult. Now, more than ever, the Church must unite to confront profound societal crises with a Kingdom agenda.
Pray for our Senior Pastor, Dr. Evans, our Church, our nation and its leaders as we call on Heaven to touch earth, guiding us to repentance, healing and restoration.
Click or tap below to hear from Dr. Evans.
Wednesday Night Bible Study
TONIGHT at 8 pm on Zoom, tune into Wednesday Night Bible Study. Dr. Evans will answer your questions on God, Justice and Righteousness. After the Q & A, you will break off into smaller groups to discuss the sermon more. Men and women will meet on separate Zoom calls.
Harvest Fest Drive-Through
Drive through the Education Center this Saturday, October 31, from 10 am to 1 pm for our annual alternative to Halloween. You can stay in the car as you navigate through a 12-tent maze to receive lots of candy, other goodies and surprises!
Time to Fall Back
Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 am on Sunday, November 1. Don’t forget to set your clocks back an hour before going to bed on Saturday Night.
The Turn⋅Around Agenda (TTA) Food Pantry
In preparation for our Thanksgiving Food Distribution Event, TTA Food Pantry needs 2,000 cans of corn (15 oz) and 2,000 cans of green beans (14.5 oz) by Saturday, November 7. Drop off donations at the Outreach Center at 7140 Library Lane, Dallas, 75232, on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm. Click here for a list of additional food items needed.
Outreach Food Distribution
On Monday, November 2, from 8 to 11 am, The Turn·Around Agenda, in partnership with the North Texas Food Bank, will distribute food boxes to families in need in our community. If you or a family you know needs food, please have them come to the OCBF Worship Center parking lot to receive a food box.
Commit 2021
November is the time for Ministry Commitment & Changeover. If you are not changing your ministry volunteer assignment, NO ACTION IS REQUIRED. However, if you would like to begin volunteering in another ministry, log in to add your new ministry. Email membership@ocbfchurch.org if you want to remove yourself from a ministry. Call 214-672-9185 if you have limited internet access.
Clergy Appreciation Month
We have a few days left in October, and it’s not too late to express your appreciation to our amazing Senior Pastor, Dr. Tony Evans. Please visit ocbfchurch.org/clergyappreciation to find out how you can do just that.
Sunday Morning Broadcast
Tune in Sunday, November 1, at 10 am, as Dr. Evans continues his powerful series on Kingdom Voting. What does it mean to vote your conscience? Find out this Sunday when Dr. Evans addresses God and Conscience from Romans 14:1-12.
After service, you can go to OCBFChurch.org/KingdomVote or text KingdomVote to 797979 to submit your questions. You have until 11:59pm on Sunday to send in your questions.
Additionally, please get with the people you’ve invited to view the broadcast with you to discuss the sermon using our study guide. View the weekly worship broadcast via:
Tithes & Offerings
Your financial commitment to our ministry is extremely important. We appreciate your faithfulness in keeping our church strong in ministry.
You can pay your tithe and/or offering in one of four ways:
- Mail: OCBF, 1808 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas, TX 75232
- Website: OCBFChurch.org/Give
- Text OCBF to 797979
- OCBF Church Mobile App
OCBF Bookstore Temporary Hours
The holiday season is approaching, and the OCBF Bookstore offers a wide variety of high-quality merchandise that will make perfect gifts for your loved ones and friends. The new temporary hours of operation are on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 am – 6 pm. You can do in-store shopping or pre-pay phone orders with curbside pickup by calling 214-672-9119.
Kingdom Collegiate Academies
Parents, if you are looking for a private school that offers flexible program options and an exceptional collegiate education grounded in a kingdom worldview, look no further than Kingdom Collegiate Academies.
We are now enrolling students 18 months through grade 12. Parents can choose from three program options for instruction: in-person classroom, remote classroom or self-paced online. To apply, visit KCAcademies.org/Apply.
Small Groups
Small groups meet VIRTUALLY for members only. Visit us at ocbfchurch.org/smallgroups if you are interested in hosting and/or joining a small group.
Members, don’t forget you can access our weekly study guide on Kingdom Voting at ocbfchurch.org/studyguide.
Youth and Children’s Ministry
If your kids are not involved in OCBF Kidz and the NextLevel Youth Ministry, they are missing out on fun and meaningful activities that keep our young people grounded in their faith.
Our children’s programs (nursery – grade 6) are via Zoom Wednesdays at 6:30 pm and Sundays at 12:30 pm. Visit ocbfchurch.org/children to register your child to participate in OCBF Kidz!
NextLevel Youth (grades 7 – 12) can join us each Sunday at 5 pm on the OCBF Facebook and YouTube platforms.
Thursday Night Prayer Service
Our commitment to prayer is proof of our dependence on the Holy Spirit. At OCBF, we believe in the power of prayer. Join other prayer warriors each Thursday at 8 pm on Zoom. Click here to access the Zoom link for tomorrow’s prayer service.
Technology, Education & Career Courses
Achieve success by learning technology to virtually exist in today’s world. Make yourself more marketable, improve existing skills or learn something new! Courses include Computer/IT Basics, Microsoft Office, GED Prep, navigating Zoom and more! Find success today by registering for a course at turnaroundagenda.org/success. Classes run through December 8.
Life On Life Women’s Bible Study
Ladies, you can still register for the Fall session of Life On Life Women’s Bible Study! Join us each Tuesday at 9:30 am on Zoom. Register today at ocbfchurch.org/LOL.
Kingdom Agenda Bible Institute
As our world goes virtual, it’s now easier than ever to study to show yourself approved! Get the tools for the wisdom you need at Kingdom Agenda Bible Institute (KABI). KABI offers courses that focus on Bible & Theology, Christian Living, Ministry Training and topics specifically for women in the Ladies Collection of classes. Registration is now open for the fall semester at ocbfchurch.org/BibleInstitute. Classes run through November 25.
Stay Connected
We want to keep you updated! Help us do that by making sure we have your information. If you or a member(s) you know are not getting our emails, text and/or app notifications, please visit the following links to update your email, opt in to text messages and download our app and sign up for app notifications.
Share Five
We want to see more people involved in the life our ministry. We encourage you to invite five people to view the Sunday morning broadcast with you this Sunday and each week – the same five people. Use Zoom, Facebook watch party or some other technology to watch the service together. After each Sunday broadcast, use the study guide to engage your guests in a discussion about the sermon. Find resources here to get you started.
Become a Member
Online pre-membership classes are going on right now! If you know anyone who has expressed interest in joining our church, please have them visit ocbfchurch.org/membership.
Counseling
Remember you don’t have walk alone in times of difficulty. Our Counseling Center offers telehealth counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Please reach out to us at ocbfchurch.org/counseling or call 214-672-9152.
As always, we look forward to worshiping with you this Sunday!
