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Gallery of Fall Festival Favorites from Adventist Fellowship
Adventist Fellowship Church in Tulsa welcomed approximately 600 people to its Fall Fest this past Sunday! They follow-up it up with a program entitled “Trick or Truth”, where something of the guests attended with several sharing plans to return for Adventurers and Pathfinders next week! We’re grateful for the leadership of Pastor Rick Mercer, Brian Ham, and the main event organizer Brandi Williams, along with the large team of church volunteers who helped set up, serve food
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two dedicated leaders join the Oklahoma Conference team!
Please welcome Hitzel Javier as our Children's Ministries Coordinator and Jason Diehl as our Executive Pathfinder Coordinator. Hitzel brings a heart for nurturing children in their walk with Jesus and helping churches create vibrant, faith-building experiences for young disciples. Her passion for children's ministry will help strengthen and expand opportunities for our youngest members to grow, serve, and thrive. Jason is a passionate Pathfinder leader committed to mentoring
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Nora Lita Lara-KunkeL Obituary
With heavy hearts we share the obituary of Nora Lita Lara-Kunkel (1964–2026). Nora was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, church member, and friend who built a life centered on faith, family, and service. Nora Lita Lara-Kunkel, age 62, passed away on September 21, 2026, in Antlers, Oklahoma. She was born on May 19, 1964, in Loma Linda, California, to Jose Lara Jr. and Adelina Lara. On September 3, 1989, Nora married the love of her life, Kevin Kunkel, in Corpus Christi
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Sabbath School Go - Revelation & Inspiration
Enjoy all 5 parts of this series playlist on this page! To find Sabbath School Go videos from the past, visit the Sabbath School Go Page by clicking the button below! Join us as we explore revelation and inspiration, showing why only inspired words—words from the Creator to His creation—can reach and restore every part of us, using the toaster-and-dealership analogy to illustrate why the Maker knows best how to make us over. Part two of this inspiration and revelation study e
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God's Masterpiece: 2026 Oklahoma Conference Outdoor School
The 2026 Oklahoma Conference Outdoor School for all 5th and 6th grade students was held October 21-23 at Wewoka Woods. It was a truly special experience filled with learning, friendship, spiritual growth, and a deeper appreciation for God's creation. We were blessed by the participation of wonderful students, dedicated teachers, and selfless volunteers who helped make the event meaningful and memorable for everyone involved. This year's theme, "God's Masterpiece," was based o
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Multiple Ministries Lead Tulsa Couple to Baptism
TULSA, Okla. - The baptism of James and Carmen at Adventist Fellowship recently highlighted how multiple ministries can work together to lead people to Christ. The couple first connected with the congregation through outreach efforts launched during the Pentecost 2025 evangelistic series. The church's transportation ministry, started as part of that campaign, helped them begin attending services regularly. Carmen was also introduced to the church through the Tulsa Community
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Shawnee Church Celebrates Recommitment Baptism
Shawnee, Okla. — Members of the Shawnee Seventh-day Adventist Church rejoiced as Tyler Hood publicly reaffirmed his commitment to Christ through baptism during a special service held Sabbath. According to Pastor Carlos de la Cruz, Hood's decision was the result of personal reflection and a desire to fully follow through on a conviction he had carried for some time. "Tyler Hood came into the church through profession of faith and always thought he should have been baptized," s
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Elk City Church Celebrates Homecoming Sabbath with Former Pastors and Reconnected Members
ELK CITY, Okla. — The Elk City Seventh-day Adventist Church welcomed former pastors and longtime friends during a special Homecoming Sabbath that drew approximately 50 attendees for a day of worship, fellowship and renewed connections. Among the guests were former pastor Wes Via, who now pastors in Richardson, Texas, along with spouse Lauren and children Jaime and Clay. Former Elk City pastor Dan Johnson and spouse Sylvia also joined the celebration, giving members an opportu
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Woodward Church Connects with Community Through Record-Breaking Outreach
Members of the Woodward Seventh-day Adventist Church recently experienced their strongest participation in five years during a community outreach event in Woodward, Oklahoma. Church members gathered to share literature, offer prayer, promote healthy living, and invite community members to upcoming Bible studies and evangelistic meetings. The outreach featured a well-attended church exhibit staffed by volunteers of all ages. Literature on health, Bible prophecy, family life, a
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From Planting Seeds to Reaping the Harvest: Three Angels Church Completes the Cycle of Evangelism
Four years ago, when traditional methods of evangelism were not producing the results our church had hoped for, the Three Angels Seventh-day Adventist Church in Owasso decided to take a different approach. Recognizing that some people might be hesitant to attend church-sponsored events because of preconceived ideas or religious prejudice, we launched Owasso Events, a community-focused outreach platform designed to connect with people in a welcoming and non-threatening environ
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Sabbath School Go - New Testament Prophets
Enjoy all 5 parts of this series playlist on this page! To find Sabbath School Go videos from the past, visit the Sabbath School Go Page by clicking the button below! Discover why Jesus is the greatest prophet of all: He is the bridge between God and humanity, knowing our pains and speaking the Father's message, and His willingness to come Himself proves how deeply God wants to reach you. Jesus warned that Satan is willing to use anyone to destroy everyone, so learn to recogn
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Volunteers Needed for Oklahoma's 100,000 Meal Packing Event
Last year, Native Ministries partnered with Tulsa Adventist Academy, churches across the Oklahoma Conference, Ozark Adventist Academy, and a dedicated team of volunteers to pack 50,000 meals for families and communities throughout Oklahoma. Churches were able to take meals back to their local communities and use them as a powerful outreach ministry. The event was such a success that this year organizers are doubling the impact. On Tuesday, October 27, and Sunday, November 1,
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Oklahoma Pastors Convene for Workers’ Meeting at Midwest City Spanish Church
On October 13, Oklahoma pastors gathered for their annual workers’ meeting, held for the first time in the largest Adventist sanctuary in the state—the Midwest City Spanish Church. The event brought together ministers from across Oklahoma for a full day of training, collaboration, and strategic planning. Ministerial Director Richard Piñero and Evangelism Coordinator Edward Bryan opened the meeting with an overview of the 2027 One Voice initiative, a statewide effort designed
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Sabbath School Go - Old Testament Prophets
Enjoy all 5 parts of this series playlist on this page! To find Sabbath School Go videos from the past, visit the Sabbath School Go Page by clicking the button below! Join us as we wrap up our study of prophets by examining Elijah's darkest moment in the wilderness, learning that even the greatest men and women of God face depression and fear, and that God's goodness carries ordinary people through their hardest fights. Join us as we examine what Scripture says about false pr
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One Hundred Years of Proclaiming God’s Love — Sand Springs Church Celebrates Its Centennial
The Sand Springs Seventh‑day Adventist Church marked a historic milestone October 9–10, 2026, celebrating One Hundred Years of Proclaiming God’s Love with a weekend of worship, fellowship, and homecoming joy. Members, former pastors, families, friends, and Ozark Adventist Academy alumni returned from across Oklahoma and beyond to honor a century of ministry that began in 1921 with a small Sabbath School group meeting on land donated by philanthropist Charles Page. The celebra
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Bartlesville Adventist Church Celebrates 122 Years of Faith, History, and Hope
BARTLESVILLE, OKLAHOMA — One hundred twenty‑two years of memories cannot easily fit into a single day, yet somehow, this Sabbath in Bartlesville felt complete. It was a celebration of history, community, and God’s faithfulness—woven together in a way that honored the past while inspiring the future. Long before Bartlesville became an oil‑booming town, this region was home to the Osage Nation. In 1870, Jacob Bartles opened a trading post here, and a large corn mill operated al
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Sand Springs Adventist Church TO Celebrate 100 Years of Proclaiming God’s Love
The Sand Springs Seventh‑day Adventist Church will celebrate a historic milestone on October 10, 2026, marking 100 years of proclaiming God’s love to the Sand Springs community. Members, former members, pastors, families, and friends are warmly invited to join this special weekend of worship, fellowship, and remembrance. As part of the centennial celebration, organizers welcome additional stories, photos, documents, and memories from anyone connected to the congregation. Thos
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Weatherford Adventist Church Invites Community to Grand Reopening and Ribbon‑Cutting Ceremony
Three years after a devastating attic fire forced the Weatherford Seventh‑day Adventist Church to close its doors, the congregation is preparing to open its doors once again—this time with joy, gratitude, and a renewed sense of mission. On Saturday Sabbath, October 17, 2026 at 11:15 a.m., the church will host its Grand Reopening Celebration and Ribbon‑Cutting Ceremony, welcoming city leaders, families, neighbors, and students from Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU
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Sabbath School Go - The Call of A Prophet
Enjoy all 5 parts of this series playlist on this page! To see the entire Sabbath School Go video archive, visit the Sabbath School Go Page! This concluding study explores how God's promise to Abraham reveals the new covenant of faith in Jesus Christ, demonstrating that whenever God raises up a prophet, He is calling His people to trust Him and to place their faith in the Lamb of God. This study explores how John the Baptist fulfilled prophecy by preparing the way for the Lor
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SOME UNION Camporee MOMENTS HighlightS
Oklahoma Conference Youth Director Pastor Israel Mora baptized two Pathfinders at the camporee. Oklahoma pastors supporting their Pathfinders at the (muddy) Union Camporee. It rained a bunch! Pastor Gio Marin's Pathfinders stopped to search for crystals on their way to the camporee. Pastor Mark Dubon's Enid "Arrowheads" Pathfinder Club stopped to pose with the Beaver at Buc-cees on their way to the Union Camporee. A group of uniformed Pathfinders from Tulsa proudly showcase
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