Dialogues in Faith will explore the question, "Does the church matter in today's world?" in a discussion series from Jan. 12-March 1. Meet Sundays at 10:15 a.m. in the Advent Room.

Jan. 19: How Can the Church Reclaim and Reframe Her Calling?

Jan. 26: RIC at OSLC

Saturday, Feb. 1: Introduction to the Inclusive Bible. Join the pastors and DIF in Fellowship Center from 9-11 a.m. to engage with the Inclusive Bible.

Feb. 9: Caring for Creation

Feb. 16: Caring for Creation

Feb. 23: Reflections on "Sacred Conversations: Art from the Global Church." Join us in the OSLC art gallery to discuss art from Pastor Brian's collection. 

Saturday, March 1: The Book of Acts and Early Christian Community. We will meet from 9-11 a.m. in Fellowship Center to do a deep dive into the Acts of the Apostles and how we are to live in community. 

Starting Jan. 15, join The Well for a weekly exploration of “Dancing in the Darkness: Spiritual Lessons for Thriving in Turbulent Times” by Rev. Dr. Otis Moss. Drawing on the teachings of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Howard Thurman and Jesus, the book offers ways to practice spiritual resistance by linking love and justice. Curious or anxious about the new year unfolding in your faith and in the world? Join this meaningful weekly discussion! Meet at 6:30 p.m. in Room 104 (new time/location for 2025!) at Celebration Campus.

Get ready for an exciting and unforgettable Children’s Ministry outing: We Rock the Children! On Sunday, Jan. 26, from 2-4 p.m., we'll play at We Rock the Spectrum in Naperville (5019 Ace Lane, Ste. 179). Whether you drop off your kids or stay and join in the fun, it’s sure to be a fantastic time for all! We Rock the Spectrum offers a unique, safe, and playful environment where children of all abilities can explore, learn, and enjoy sensory activities. Find more information and sign up HERE.

Women's Ministry's annual book discussion will take place Friday, Jan. 31, at 7 p.m. in Fellowship Center. Come for fellowship and discussion of Rachel Held Evans' "A Year of Biblical Womanhood."

Feel free to bring an appetizer and/or beverage of choice, and all are welcome to join for discussion even if they haven't read the book! Questions? Contact Kris Reenstjerna at k2r123@aol.com. All are welcome to join the conversation, regardless of whether they have read the book. Questions? Contact Kris Reenstjerna at k2r123@aol.com.

OSLC's pastoral team and Dialogues in Faith will present three opportunities to dig into Scripture using the Inclusive Bible translation! Workshops will take place Feb. 1, March 1 and April 5 in Fellowship Center from 9-11 a.m. Coffee and a light breakfast will be served.

Workshop schedule:

February 1 - Inclusive Bible Workshop (Inclusive Bibles will be available for a $25 donation)

March 1 - Understanding Acts and Christian Community Using the Inclusive Bible

April 5 - Having a Healthy Relationship with Your Bible  

On Wednesday, Feb. 5, Carolyn Wahlskog (LCSW) of Youth Outlook will give a presentation on Improving Allyship with LGBTQIA+ Youth. Geared toward parents, youth mentors and teachers but open to all, the discussion will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Celebration Conference Room.

Grab your dancing shoes! The annual Sweetheart Dance (formerly the Daddy-Daughter Dance), which benefits Mozambique Mission, will take place Saturday, Feb. 8, from 6-8 p.m. in the gym at Celebration Campus. All kids and parents are welcome! Get your tickets HERE.

Save the date for our next blood drive with Versiti, happening Tuesday, Feb. 18, from 12-5 p.m. in Fellowship Center. Every donation can save up to three lives! Registration coming soon. Share love by sharing life this February!

Mozambique Mission's Food Safari & Drum Experience Dinner takes place Saturday, Feb. 22! This year, hear from special guests Newton and Gertrude Matienga, pastor/principal and teacher at the AKA Power School in Chimoio, Mozambique. Details and tickets HERE.