A Guide for VisitorsWe know it can be intimidating to visit an unfamiliar church.
We hope the information below will make you feel more comfortable at Oakland Christian Church (OCC). If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us! 217-346-2256 or [email protected] |
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ENTERING THE BUILDING
The main entrance is the door on the right side (east side) of the front of the building.
The main entrance is the door on the right side (east side) of the front of the building.
Worship Service
The praise & worship time is led by a worship band that includes multiple singers, guitars, keyboards and drums (instrumentation may vary). Each week, communion is served, a monetary offering is taken up, and a message from God's word is shared.
The praise & worship time is led by a worship band that includes multiple singers, guitars, keyboards and drums (instrumentation may vary). Each week, communion is served, a monetary offering is taken up, and a message from God's word is shared.
Sunday School
We have classes for all ages. The hosts and hostesses will be happy to explain the various classes available and guide you to the classrooms.
We have classes for all ages. The hosts and hostesses will be happy to explain the various classes available and guide you to the classrooms.
Communion
Communion is a symbolic form of worship that Jesus instituted before his crucifixion; it is taken as a means of remembering the sacrifice he made for us on the cross.Typically, communion servers will distribute trays with grape juice and small crackers. We welcome all believers to join us in partaking of Communion.
Communion is a symbolic form of worship that Jesus instituted before his crucifixion; it is taken as a means of remembering the sacrifice he made for us on the cross.Typically, communion servers will distribute trays with grape juice and small crackers. We welcome all believers to join us in partaking of Communion.
- What is communion, and where did it begin? Luke 22:7-20
- How should communion be taken? 1 Corinthians 11:23-29
OFFERING
Offering is a time of worship when we give a portion of what God has given us back to him. See 2 Corinthians 9:7.
Members and regular attendees of Oakland Christian Church are encouraged to participate in this time of worship.
Guests are not expected to participate in offering, but are welcome to if they wish. Offering is collected at a box in the back of the santuary.
Offering is a time of worship when we give a portion of what God has given us back to him. See 2 Corinthians 9:7.
Members and regular attendees of Oakland Christian Church are encouraged to participate in this time of worship.
Guests are not expected to participate in offering, but are welcome to if they wish. Offering is collected at a box in the back of the santuary.
