Otterbein United Methodist Church 156 Beaver Avenue NE New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663 Phone 330-343-4131 office@otterbein-church.org

Come Worship with us! *Inside Service: 10:30am *Parking Lot Service via your car radio 88.1FM *View our service on *You Tube at Worship otterbein-NP *or on Facebook Otterbein United Methodist Church

Pastor John Armstrong Phone: 330-343-4131 pastorjohn2013@yahoo.com office@otterbein-church.org

Thought for Today "At this Christmas when Christ comes, will He find a warm heart? Mark the season of Advent by loving and serving others with God's own love and concern." - Mother Teresa The second candle of the Advent Wreath represents peace and preparation. As we prepare our hearts for the coming of the Christ Child, and also the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, we do so in a spirit of peace and love. For it was through love that Jesus came to save us from our sins, and through love we spread the Good News of His coming; and prepare for the day of His return.
  • Being the Church The church is not a building, but a body of believers with a specific nature and purpose.
    Bible Studies We have, in conjunction with our Dellroy church family, been discussing various concepts in a relation to the Bible - everything from forgiveness, to Angels, to the Holy Spirit. Join us at 6 each Tuesday evening for interesting discussions and good fellowship. We meet in the Fellowship Hall to discuss God's Word. It's not too late to join in!
    Community We work in our Community to get God's Word Out to Everyone. We provide community events throughout the Year.
  • Praise & Worship
    We are the Church! While we take worship seriously, we also take time to connect with one another. Pictured is our Rural Life Sunday picnic after our service at Atwood Lake Park.
    Missions
    OUMC provides many mission projects throughout the year in our area and beyond. Salvation Army, Homeless Shelter, Harbor House, East Elementary School-NP, Dress-a-Child, Share-a-Christmas, Heifer International, Food Pantry
    Group Fellowship
    Otterbein Faith Fellowship, Senior Lunches, Prayer Groups, United Women in Faith, Bible Studies. All are ways to care for each other and grow in our commitments to God.
  • Faith
    Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. Psalm 46:10 Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth! John 8:24 unless you believe that I am who I claim to be, you will die in your sins.
    Hope
    Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. Jeremiah 29: 11 11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
    Love
    1 Corinthians 13:4-5: Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 1 Corinthians 13: 13 So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, show us how to love like Jesus. Teach us what true, unconditional love really looks like. Help us to remember that we are loved in a deep, abiding way; and that everyone we meet is too, and we should treat them accordingly. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

Fellowship Time is immediately after church. Coffee / Cookies / Snacks

Upcoming Events

United Women in Faith We will meet December 4th at the church at 7:00 pm. Becky Chenevey is the hostess, and Phyllis Pollock has the program. Attendees are asked to bring cookies for that evening to share with each other afterwards, allowing each to take a variety home. All ladies of the church and their guests are welcome. Pick up for the Otterbein UWiF candy and other goodies is on December 14th, after church in the Fellowship Hall.

Seniors Lunches In December, our seniors will be dining at Dutch Valley Restaurant, off Route 39 outside of Sugarcreek. We'll meet at noon on December 10th. Everyone in the church and their guests are invited. Plan to join us for some good food and fun. Missions Thank you to all who contributed funds for Thanksgiving Baskets. The money collected went toward Aldi's gift cards for members of our church, East School families, and the Food Pantry at Kent State - Tuscarawas who otherwise would not have had a bountiful Thanksgiving. Our December project will be providing a cash donation to the Dover-New Phila. Food Pantry. There are many in our community who struggle daily to find nutritious food. During this season of giving, let's give generously to help our neighbors.

Church Service is held at 10:30am Sunday Mornings. All are Welcome! There are no strangers here.

Sunday, December 7th, 2025 "A Matter of Trust" "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3:5-6

Pastor John Armstrong

Heritage Members - over 50 years of membership.

Bishop Hee-Soo Jung Visit

The Bishop for the Ohio Episcopal Area of the United Methodist Church, Bishop Hee-Soo Jung paid a visit to Otterbein in February 2025 as part of his goal of visiting all 1,000 churches under his authority. He was eager to get to know a little about us and to pray with us for what we feel we need going forward. We felt very honored and blessed by his presence, as this is the first time that any of us remember getting a visit from our Bishop.
Contact info
Address: 156 Beaver Avenue NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
The place where Thankful Hearts gather.
Who we are:
Otterbein United Methodist Church is open to everyone. We worship at 10:30am Sunday mornings. Dress is casual. Our mission is to serve others. "I've never been to a more welcoming and caring church." The service is available to those attending church, sitting in the parking lot listening to their car radio on 88.1FM, or on Facebook or You Tube.

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