Join Us Sundays
Serve
We encourage all members of Oakwood to find a place to serve. We ask that you join us and "Do Something" to further the kingdom of heaven. Below is a list of ministries seeking volunteers. If you are interested in starting a ministry, please contact .
Bakers & Takers
One of the purposes of this ministry is to show the genuine care and friendliness of the Oakwood family in a non-threatening way. We do this every Sunday by delivering a fresh baked good to our visitors’ homes. Bakers: Call to volunteer to bake a fresh item attractively wrapped for Sunday delivery. Takers: Call to arrange to help deliver baked goods to our visitors’ homes one Sunday after church. For more information contact Pastor Rusty at .
Baptismal Ministry
Bereavement Assistant
In the event of a death in the church family, this ministry helps meet the needs of the grieving family by providing a meal following a funeral service. Team members call on the church members to provide different vegetables, salads and desserts to accompany meat and bread provided by the church. The team is responsible for having the meal ready in the Student Worship Center and to provide the cleanup after. For more information contact Debbie Sorensen at
Children’s Ministry
Choir
Coffee
One of the most important jobs on Sunday morning. Be a part of the team that prepares coffee for our worshiping congregation. For more information please contact Misty Smith at
First Impressions
High School Ministry
Library Ministry
Lord’s Supper
Special Needs - MARK 9
Children of all ages with special needs are invited to attend Bible Study. A buddy will accompany each child to their regular class or to our special needs room, depending on his/her needs. They will feel loved and safe while learning about their Savior. If you are interested in participating in this ministry, please contact Amy Rose at
Men’s Ministry
Men’s Small Group Leaders
Middle School Ministry
Mission New Braunfels
Kids Club
Partner with New Braunfels Christian Ministries to multiply possibilities in the lives of local elementary students by listening to kids read, serving food, or helping with homework. For more information visit nbcm.org
Volunteers in Medicine
Partner with New Braunfels Christian Ministries to multiply possibilities for local uninsured residents by leveraging your medical, dental, or administrative skills. For more information visit nbcm.org
Praise Team
Prayer Ministry
The Intercessory Prayer Ministry provides one of our most vital support ministries and is staffed by volunteer Prayer Warriors. Our members commit to one hour each week to pray for the needs of our church, our staff, our members, the local community, the state, the country, and missions and missionaries. For more information contact Mary Ford at 210-273-8571.
Preschool Ministry
We dedicate ourselves to leading children to look toward Jesus and His teachings. Opportunities to serve are: Sunday AM & PM Bible Study Teacher or Assistant, Sunday AM Information Counter Worker, Monday BLEND (Women’s Ministry) Worker, Wednesday PM Bible Study Teacher or Assistant, Parents Night Out, Heart of Hope. Contact Paula Means at if you are interested.
Re|engage Group Facilitator
Orphans Ministry
Sewing Ministry
Oakwood Sewing Ministry comes together every Tuesday night from 5:30-7:30pm. We meet in room 104 of the Adult Education Building. Our ministry is to make baby quilts for Options for Life and we also make Prayer Quilts to provide to those with long term illnesses. Proverbs 31:13, “She seeks wool & flax, and WORKS with willing hands.” If you are interested in being a part of the Oakwood Sewing Ministry please contact Roxann Wendell at
Small Group Leader
Sunday Night at Oakwood
Our Sunday Night service starts at 6:30pm in the Branch (Student Worship Center). Coffee Bar Team: Arrive Sundays around 4:45pm to brew coffee and set-up the coffee bar area. Team members help clean up and take everything down at the conclusion of the service. Includes all the free coffee you want! For more information contact Will Stevens at . Praise Team: If you play an instrument or like to sing, you are welcome to contact Will Stevens for more information at
Technical Arts Team
TLC – Tender Loving Care
TLC is a ministry that exists to spread some tender loving care to the elderly in our community. We visit nursing homes and shut-ins and have periodic luncheons and Bible studies at the church. For more information contact Misty Alva at 830-822-7519.
Ushers
Oakwood has only one opportunity to make a good impression for our first time guests. The usher ministry is a vital link in establishing a great first impression. The primary responsibility is to make the worship experience enjoyable for our guests. Pass out worship guides with a smile and a handshake and help collect the morning offering. For more information contact Pastor Rusty at