A Disciples Of Christ community in Enid, Oklahoma
Ministries
Growing in Faith
The Vision of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
To be a faithful, growing church, that demonstrates true community, deep Christian
spirituality and a passion for justice.
- Micah 6:8
We are here to worship, nurture, and share.
Sunday School Classes 9:00 to 10:00 A.M.
The Christian Education programs at Central provide opportunities for members of our congregation and visitors to discover and nourish their understanding of and relationship with God through appropriate curriculum to help all ages to learn and apply faith to their lives. Any member or visitor is welcome in any class.
We understand that one of our most important responsibilities is to teach children about the important stories of the Bible in fun and exciting ways. We also want them to learn that the church is a place where they will be cared for, affirmed and accepted.
Children
Newborns Education Wing, Main Floor Room # 102
Toddlers Education Wing, Main Floor Room # 104
Ages 3 & Preschool Education Wing, Downstairs Room # 16
What better place to start teaching children that the church is a place of fun and caring than in the nursery. The nursery is open from 8:45 until the close of worship and is always staffed with experienced childcare workers. Child care is provided for children up to second grade during worship as well. Preschool Sunday School (Ages 3 to 5 years) Main Floor Room # 110
Kindergarten Education Wing, Downstairs Room # 18
Elementary age (Grades 1st-5th grade) Education Wing, Main Floor Room # 103
After an opening session in “Kids Time”, the children will attend classes that cater to various learning styles. In this exciting workshop style Sunday School, we teach the same Bible story for several weeks, but each week we involve the children in very different activities. Our goal is for the children to have fun while they learn these stories. Art, story time, cooking, movies, science, drama, computers, music, and games are some of the exciting ways we help our children learn the important lessons of our faith.
Additional Growth Opportunities
Wonderful Wednesday Night Fellowship
5:15 Meal--Fellowship Hall
6:30 Pre-CCF (ages 3-5)
6:30 CCF–(grades K-2nd grade)
6:30 J.Y.F. Choir (grades 3-5)
Children's Handbells: Handbell choir for third through sixth graders rehearse on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:00 P.M. in the bell choir room. The choir performs once a month during sanctuary worship. No music background is required to participate..
Kristal Bells: Bell choir for ages three years through second grade practices at 9:45 A.M. on the morning of the performances. The playing method is based on color, so any child who recognizes his or her colors can play. The choir performs one Sunday a month.
Children's Choirs: The Children's Choirs prepare and present musical numbers during the 10:15 worship once each month and special services like Christmas Eve. They also present an annual Christmas program and other projects throughout the year. The JYF Choir (third through sixth grade) R\rehearses are on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 P.M. Students in this choir practice reading music and singing multi-part arrangements.
Children's Choir includes three-year-olds through second grade. It meets on Sundays during Children's Church.
Vacation Bible School (VBS: Held every summer, VBS is a time for Bible-based learning and fun.
Acolytes: Two children each week light the chancel candles during worship.
Children's Library
Youth
Our intent is to provide a fun atmosphere that encourages individuality and strengthens our oneness with each other, but also to build spiritual growth, leadership, understanding, and acceptance as Christ first accepted us. It is our goal to learn more about God, God’s people, and ourselves.
As a young person grows in our program, he or she will become well acquainted with the Bible and experience God in a personal way, be it through camps and conferences, service and missions, or through development of individual spiritual practices. We encourage leadership, fellowship, service, and, most of all, discipleship with the Lord our God.
Sunday School Classes 9:00 to 10:00 A.M.
Grades 6-8 Chi Rho Education Wing, Downstairs Youth Room
Grades 9-12 CYF Education Wing, Upstairs Room # 202
Additional Growth Opportunities
Sunday Evenings
3:30 Junior High (Chi Rho) Education Wing, Downstairs Youth Center
4:45 Youth Choir Choir Room
5:15 Snack Supper
5:30 High School (CYF) Education Wing, Downstairs Youth Center
Wonderful Wednesday Night Fellowship
5:15 Meal--Fellowship Hall
6:00 Fellowship Service --Chapel
6:30 CYF & Chi Rho Education Wing, Downstairs Youth Center
Youth Choir: Rehearsals are each week on Sunday at 4:45 P.M. in the Choir Room. The youth sing in sanctuary service once a month.
Camps, Retreats, & Rallies These district and state events are age appropriate and provide opportunities to meet with youth from other areas. Central helps fund participation in these camps and other opportunities so that all who wish may attend.
Musical Drama
Talent Show
Adult Classes
Sunday School Classes 9:00 to 10:00 A.M.
Adult Bible Study Class Education Wing, Parlor Room# 105 & 106
Taught by various class members, the Bible study is based on Standard Lesson Commentary. All ages of adults are welcome to the discussion format.
Boomer Class Upstairs Education Wing, Room # 200
Discussion of various scriptures and their application is shared teaching by Rev. Johnson and class members.
Genesis Education Wing, Room # 109
Rotating teachers lead the discussion format in studies that include issues of faith, life, and religion. The age bracket is generally for adults with school age children.
Seekers Upstairs Education Wing, Room # 208
This class for young adults primarily in their twenties & thirties is led by Rev. McLemore and Harry Hammonds. The class uses a discussion format on issues of life and faith.
Sooner Class Fellowship Hall
Rev. Don Angle, former missionary to the Congo, teaches the Bible study based on the Uniform Sunday School Lesson materials in a lecture format. Participants are primarily senior adults.
Crusaders Upstairs Education Wing, Room # 207
A presentation/discussion format is taught by class members. Currently they are studying the Bible texts used in the Revised Common Lectionary. Rev. Jack Weston will lead a Lenten Study beginning in February on the "24 Hours That Changed the World".
Additional Growth Opportunities
Wonderful Wednesday Night Fellowship Fellowship Hall
5:15 Meal--Fellowship Hall
6:00 Fellowship Service --Chapel
6:30 Adult classes On January 12, Rev. McLemore will teach a video based study entitled Beginnings: The Spiritual Life Beginnings a spiritual journey for seekers, new believers, and longtime Christians who want to explore the basics of Christianity in a relaxed, nurturing environment.
6:30 Chancel Choir Rehearsal
6:30 Adult classes
7:30 Chancel Handbell Choir Rehearsal
Tuesday Noon Bible Study Church Library
Rev. Johnson leads a discussion of various topics. Currently this group is studying the Gospel of John. Participants are welcome to bring a bag lunch.
1st and 3rd Thursday Bible Study 9:30-11:30 Church Library
This study was founded by Jim and Peggy Goodrich and taught by Mary Ruth Cooper. Various Bible topics are discussed.
Monday Prayer Service 12:00 noon Chapel
Rev. Johnson leads a group that gathers to pray for the joys, concerns, and missions of our church. Communion is celebrated on the first Monday of each month.
Wednesday Noon Bible Study Church Library
Rev. Johnson leads a discussion of various topics. Beginning the end of January, this group will begin studying the Gospel of Matthew. Participants are welcome to bring a bag lunch.
Music ministry
Chancel Choir: Rehearsals are every Wednesday at 6:30 P.M. in the choir room and on Sunday at 9:45 A.M. to prepare for the 10:15 A.M. worship service. The choir also prepare Christmas and Easter Cantatas.
Chancel Handbell Ringers: Rehearsals are every Wednesday at 7:30 P.M. in the Bell Choir Room. They play monthly during the 10:15 A.M. sanctuary service and on special occasions.
Adult Library
Disciples 101 New Member Orientation
Available as needed (group or individually) for all seeking baptism or denominational information.
Christian Spirituality Classes
Available as needed for groups seeking Spiritual Gifts training, identification, and service.
