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Connecting with God through weekly worship and spending time daily in the Word with God

Special Sending Service for Ken Simon - Sun., June 2 - 10:00AM

On this Sunday, we will have a special sending service and music celebration to recognize all that Ken has done for Messiah as our Music Director and to send him off to his new adventure with love. On this day we will have one worship service. All Messiah music groups will be participating in worship.

Fathers Day - Sunday, June 16 - Send In Your Photos of Dad

Mark Muenchow, mmuenchow@messiahokc.org, 946-0681

We will be celebrating and honoring our fathers on Sunday, June 18. We will be sharing a special video of our fathers during the worship servivces. If you have a photo you would like to be included, please send that in to Pastor Mark as soon as possible. There will be a special Fathers Day reception on this Sunday, too. For more information, contact Pastor Mark. 

Sunday Worship In-Person or Live at 8:15am or 10:45am on I Heart Messiah OKC on Facebook

GROW IN

Connecting in the Word with other believers

 Sunday School Classes

2year olds - 5 year olds - Child Care Area

Kingdom Kids (1st - 5th Grade) - Art Room 13W

Middle School (6th, 7th & 8th Grade) - Youth Room

High School Youth (7th - 12th Grade) - Youth Room

Adult Sunday Morning Bible Classes

Serving Challenge, Pastor Myron Harms, South Pod 7E

Luke-Unique Contributions to the Gospels, Mike Marino, South Pod 9E

The Book of Acts, Linda Hinkle, Conf. Room 15E

Young Adults Bible Class, Angee Allen, Church Prayer Chapel

Sunday Morning Bible Class

New Study - Pastor Myron Harms - South Pod 7E 

The Crossways Bible class will begin a new summer study on Sunday, June 16. Join us for this new summer series. 

Women of the Word Class - The Book of Acts - Linda Hinkle - Conference Room 15E

This class is currently studying The Book of Acts. Acts covers the founding of the Church under Peter, as well as the missionary journeys of Paul. All women are welcome to participate.

Luke-Unique Contributions to the Gospels - Mike Marino - South Pod 9E

Mike Marino's class continues the exploration of the Gospel story as presented in the Book of Luke.

Young Adults Bible Class - Angee Allen - Church Chapel

The Messiah Young Adults Bible Class is meeting in the chapel, just off the church lobby. All are welcome!

Weekday Bible Class Opportunities

Men with a Mission - Tuesday, June 18 - 6pm - S. Pod

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 946-0681

On this night we will meet for a meal, fellowship and follow-up to our homeless mission project. Contact Pastor Myron for additional information.

Thursday Evening Bible Class - On Break Through June

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

We will be picking up again at 6pm on Thursday evenings starting July 18.  

Men's Thursday Morning Devotional Breakfast - Thursdays - 8:00 am - Scissortail Diner

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

This weekly event is open to any and all men. Come and join us at 50th and Portland for good food and good company.

GROW OUT

Connecting people in my life to Christ through the Word

Seeking VBS 2024 Donations - Every Little Bit Helps - Donate at messiahokc.org

Amber Runge, arunge@messiahokc.org, 405-501-1706

Make your donation today to make this year’s VBS a success. Gifts can be made online, in the offering plate (mark gifts “VBS”) or they can even be mailed in. For questions call Amber. 

VBS IS COMING! - SAVE THE DATE - VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED - M-Th, June 10-13

Amber Runge, arunge@messiahokc.org, 405-501-1706

VBS is one of the biggest events we do all year for our children. Please pray and consider serving in some capacity either during the week or behind the scenes. All hands are needed. Watch for additional info coming soon. To sign up to volunteer, contact Amber.

Our Free Little Food Pantries are Always in Need of Replenishment

Kelly Baker, sewsweet_bk@hotmail.com, 250-9425

Messiah’s public food pantries - located at the church office entrance - are getting a lot of use lately and are currently running low on food. Donations can simply be placed in the cabinets whenever you are at the Messiah building. Non-perishables, snacks, easy to open foods, toiletries and bottled drinks are all needed.

VBS Volunteer Information Meeting - Wednesday, June 5 - 6pm

Amber Runge, arunge@messiahokc.org, 405-501-1706

For all those who wish to be volunteers for this summer’s VBS that begins on June 10 AND for those who have already signed up to volunteer. We need you please attend this important meeting to go over the week’s plan and procedures so that we can have a smooth and successful Vacation Bible School. Contact Amber for all your VBS questions.

VBS Decorating - Helpers Needed - Come and Go

Friday, June 7 9am - 6pm, Saturday June 8, 9am-6pm, Sunday, June 9, 12noon - 6pm 

Amber Runge, arunge@messiahokc.org, 405-501-1706

We need all hands on deck to help us set the party mood for VBS. Everyone is invited to give as much time as you can during the weekend. Contact Amber if you have questions.

MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL & MESSIAH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

NOW HIRING TEACHERS FOR 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR 

Sara Cage, School Administrator, scage@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0462

Messiah Lutheran School is seeking OK State Accredited teachers for the school year that begins in August 2024. We are seeking both Elementary and Middle School candidates that are interested in joining us on our mission here at Messiah. Interested individuals should contact Sara Cage for application and interview information. 

NOW ENROLLING 2024-2025!

Sara Cage, School Administrator, scage@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0462

We are now accepting applications for the 24-25 school year, which begins in August. Our wonderful Messiah Lutheran School offers education for students from Preschool 3 through the 8th Grade. Take a virtual tour and meet our teachers at messiahlutheranschool.com. Or call Sara and schedule a tour today. All of your questions and need for information can be directed to our School Administrator, Sara Cage. 

Seeking Teachers, Substitute Teachers & Closers - Messiah Early Childhood Center 

Linda Stark, Director, lstark@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0605

Our Early Childhood Center is seeking loving, dependable and hard-working caregivers to care for and educate children ages 6 weeks to 3 years old. Part-time substitutes and workers that can cover the end of the day are needed. Training and benefits are provided. To set up an interview, contact Linda Stark.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Start the Party at VBS This Summer! - June 10-13 - 9am-12:30pm - Register: messiahokc.org

Amber Runge, arunge@messiahokc.org, 405-501-1706

Send your kids - pre-k - 5th grade) to a party they will take home for the rest of their lives. Bible stories, songs, crafts, games and friends are all a part of the celebration. All kids are invited to participate in this free week of fun. Register today. For more info, contact Amber!

Monthly Prayer Group - Thursday, June 6 - 6pm - Messiah Prayer Chapel

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

You are invited to join us for a time of prayer the first Thursday of every month. Have a prayer request? Send them to Pastor Myron to be included in the group’s prayers.

S.O.A.R. Monthly Activity - Navigating Today's Technology - Friday, June 21 - 11am - South Pod

Myron Harms, mharms@messiahokc.org, 405-946-0681

For the month of June, our senior event will feature our own Diana Giles. She will be with us and share some of the challenges and safety issues of living in today's world of internet and technology. Join us at 11am for our program and lunch. Please call the church office by Wednesday, June 19 if you plan to attend so that we can get your name added to the list.