Thank You for Visiting Our Website!
We've been waiting for you! It's true, because we believe that every person who comes into the circle of this special fellowship was sent by God Himself. It's not by accident that you have visited our website. So, above all else, we want to express Christ's love to you with genuine, heartfelt warmth. We're eager to know you, and we're excited to share with you the marvelous ways God is working in our church.
If you visit us, it won't take long for you to discover that this is truly a family, rich in the relationships that matter most. Growing together, we worship, we serve, we laugh, we cry, we learn, and we reach out to our world with life-transforming truth. We reach out to you, as well. Our doors are open. Our hearts are open, too. If you've been thinking, praying, searching, and hoping for a place to belong, we say again -
Welcome!
Sunday: A Gathering for Worship that includes Children's Church & Sermon Application Groups - 10:00 AM
Wednesday: AWANA & WOL Student Ministries - 6:15 PM
Click Here to view the New City Catechism video for this week.
Children's Answer: Baptism is the washing with water in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
Quiet Time Reflections
Our weekly Sunday Morning Gathering includes a time of sharing during which our folks reflect on the passages we’ve read and studied over the last week of personal devotions from the WOL Quiet Time Diary.
The devotion passages for the week of October 27 - November 2, 2024 are:
Sunday: John 8:21-30 - Monday: John 8:31-38
Tuesday: John 8:39-47 - Wednesday: John 8:48-59
Thursday: John 9:1-12 - Friday: John 9:13-23
Saturday: John 9:24-34
Let's all get involved! You may download the Quiet Time App online at www.wolstore.org.
Or see Bob Blair for the spiral-bound WOL Quiet Time Diary.
Announcements
Oct 29
Kosal Baby Diaper Shower
Tuesday, October 29, 2024, we will celebrate Baby Kosal, with a Diaper Shower. It will be at the church at 6:30. A variety of sizes will be welcomed. Come share your love and encouragement.
Oct 31
Trunk or Treat?
Here's a service opportunity for you! Our Trunk or Treat event will take on a little different look this year. We are going to have a bonfire and pass out candy on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 5:30 PM in front of the church. No need to decorate your trunk, just bring your candy to share.
Nov 3
Community Hymn Sing
Come join us Sunday, November 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM at the church. There will be no preaching or teaching, other than what happens via the songs. We have invited churches from surrounding towns to share with us in this uplifting time of worship.
Nov 9
Art Classes with Friends & Family
On Saturday, November 9, 2024, Open Bible Church will host Art Classes with Friends & Family. Classes will be 12:30-6:00 PM.
Come and go as you wish. Continue working on what you’ve started or begin something new. Subject does not matter other than being mindful of our Core Rule, “Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”
Several pieces are on display in foyer, new restrooms, and downstairs that contain Jesus’ name somewhere within the art. Contact Joyce Girgenti to schedule art tour or “ALL for the Glory of GOD” Art Exhibit.
Nov 17
Operation Christmas Child
The deadline for Operation Christmas Child donations is Sunday, November 17, 2024. Check out the bulletin board in the auditorium for giving ideas and guidelines.
Nov 24
Thanksgiving Prayer & Praise Service
Our Thanksgiving Prayer & Praise Service will be on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 5:30 PM at the church.
This is a great time to pray for the life of the church and to receive all the latest updates on our missionary family. Prayer is the lifeblood of the church. Everyone should be there!
Nov 30
Chesterton Twilight Parade
The Chesterton Twilight Parade will be Saturday, November 30, 2024. This is a great opportunity for community involvement. See you there!
Dec 8
Candlelight Comunion
Sunday, December 8, 2024, we will have our Candlelight Communion Service at 6:00 PM. Join us for this special night of music and Scripture as we celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.
Wednesdays
AWANA & WOL
Click Here to Register! AWANA & Word of Life Student Ministries are at the church each Wednesday, during the school year, at 6:15 PM. There are Bible Study, games and treats. Students, grades K-12 will love it!
FYI: When the schools have a holiday or cancel due to inclement weather, our student ministries are also cancelled.
Jan 26
Last Sunday Lunch
Due to the Holidays, we will not have Last Sunday Lunch in November and December. Join us for our next Last Sunday Lunch, Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 12:15 PM, at a place yet to be determined. You can sign up on the bulletin board at church. This is a great time for fellowship and meeting new people.
Have you ever felt that something was missing from your life?
CLICK HERE to get God's answer to that question.
If you have questions about salvation, Biblical counseling or discipleship, baptism or church membership, please contact one of our elders:
Pastor Larry Starett, Bob Blair or Wayne Vanderwier
OPEN BIBLE CHURCH
1401 Porter Avenue
Chesterton, IN 46304
219.921.0033
pastor@openthebible.com
Facebook: Open Bible Church of Chesterton
