ALL
GENERATIONS
The body of Christ is made up of God’s people of all generations. We seek to be in ministry with people in all ages and stages of life, while also valuing the many ways we can all learn and grow in our faith together across generations. Continue reading for information about LOGOS (intergenerational ministry), children, youth, young adults, older adults, and adult small groups.
Worship Time
LOGOS MINISTRY
At Opequon, children, youth, adults, and families are nurtured into a lifetime of Christian discipleship through the LOGOS Ministry. The only rule of LOGOS is: Everyone will treat everyone else as a child of God. No one will treat anyone else as if they do not matter. LOGOS is a Midweek Lift on Wednesdays, September-March, 4:30-7:30pm. Registration is open for 2024-2025! Select the button below to learn more.
CHILDREN
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Children’s worship bags, worship bulletins, puppets, wiki sticks, felt boards, mindfulness finger labyrinths, & children’s bibles for use during worship
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Fourth Sunday GIFT Events at 9:45am: Generations in Faith Together is an intentional time when all ages and classes come together for a worthwhile time of praying, playing, eating, listening, pondering, & blessing each other. All are welcome!
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Summer Vacation Bible School 2025: June 16-19 focus, "Changing the World with Lovingkindness!" Register here: https://forms.gle/sR8pNMKQY1k9iktW7
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Wednesday K-12 LOGOS: Please find details above
Storytime Station
Talent Show
Storytime Station
VBS Group Guides
YOUTH GRADES 6-12
We typically meet once a month for an activity together with a meal provided by parents and volunteers. We explore & experience God’s love through faith, fun, & fellowship. Relationship building is key & we invite our young people to live out their faith in action.
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March 30-Car Vacuuming Fundraiser
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April 6-Confirmation Sunday
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April 15-Bowling
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June 1-Youth Families' & Graduates' Lunch
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June 16-19-Vacation Bible School
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June 25-Hersheypark Trip!
FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN & YOUTH
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Opequon is part of the GenOn Ministries Christian Parent & Caregiver Project!
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Caregivers & Parents are emailed simple spiritual practices each week that help them live into the values that Jesus modeled for us
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Families (biological & chosen) receive activities each week they can do in their home related to wonder, creativity, prayer, and exploration as they grow closer to God & one another
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Check out GenOn's Podcast for Parents
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If you would like to receive resources or want to learn more, please reach out to Rebekah Witt or the Church Office at office@opequonchurch.org
Hiking
YOUNG ADULTS AGES 18-35
We seek to connect our Young Adults between the ages of 18-35 by helping them grow in their faith through various opportunities for fellowship, study, & service.
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We welcome all Young Adults in their various stages of life including young professionals, newlyweds, young parents, college-age students, and graduate students as we gather for monthly events.
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Friends Eating & Sharing Together (FEAST) & other Activities:
- March 21-Fondue Party, 6:30pm
- April 22-Bowling, 6:30pm​
- May 6-Cook & Serve Ministry Team Meal
- February 23-Youth Families' & Young Adult Sunday at 8:30am & 11:00am
OLDER ADULTS
“Happy Days” – Monthly Gathering
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An Older Adult group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at noon for a covered dish lunch & programs of interest & entertainment
Older Adult Trips
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Scheduled throughout the year to local places of interest & other attractions, shows, museums, etc.
Older Adult Leadership Team
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Meets the first Monday each month for planning & discussion
Fellowship & Fun
Welcoming Children To LOGOS
Health Ministry
Fellowship & Fun
Leading Worship
LOGOS Dinner Fun
Worship
LOGOS Dinner Fun
ADULT SMALL GROUPS
ADULT VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
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A class for adults focused on compassion will be offered on June 16-19 at 6:30pm-7:30pm each evening with dinner available at 5:45pm. The schedule will be slightly different the first evening because of our opening picnic. Register for Adult VBS here: https://forms.gle/vsgms6pnCrxtS5qd7
HANDS AND HEARTS
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A crafting and praying small group, we are dedicated to learning about and experiencing prayer of all kinds, as well as exploring the connection between the work of our hands and the prayers of our hearts, as we create visible reminds of God’s love & care for people in our congregation
MOO – MEN OF OPEQUON
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A fellowship and service-focused group that seeks to build up one another, the church, and the community. MOO meets monthly on the second Monday of each month for brown bag dinner & fellowship at church at 6:00pm
GLOW – GOD-LOVING OPEQUON WOMEN
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Opequon’s Women Group meets the second Tuesday each month (except January & February) at 6:00pm at church. All aged women come together for Devotions, Prayer, interactive activities, conversation, projects, & enduring friendship as we glorify God
LIFE GOES ON
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Supporting one another who have lost a significant other. Meets monthly on the second Monday at 12:00pm for lunch and conversation
TUESDAY MORNING MISSION
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Meets on the second Tuesday of each month to make a meal and deliver it to those in our congregation and community who would benefit from a home-cooked meal
OPEQUON PRAYS (PRAYER CHAIN)
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Prayer and support of the church family, friends, community and the world via email and phone calls. Contact opequonprays@gmail.com
FEAST (Friends Eating & Sharing Together) Groups
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Small groups gather monthly to eat in homes or eat at restaurants together
BOOK CLUB
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Adults gather each month to discuss a book. Contact the Church Office for more information
TAI CHI
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Every Thursday at 10:30am a group gathers to enjoy the gentle movements of tai chi. Contact the Church Office about the cost
JAVA WITH JULIA
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Join Pastor Julia & others for coffee once a month at local shops. Contact the Church Office for scheduled dates