Welcome!
We’re So Glad You’re Here
Thanks for checking out Otley Church!
We know it can be uncomfortable going to a new place—especially a church. We are thankful you are considering our fellowship! Below, we have provided some information which will answer some of your basic questions about what to expect. After the service, stick around for some coffee, cookies and fellowship at Linger Longer.
Childcare is available during the service year-round, with Sunday School {Discovery Hour} for ages Preschool - 5th grade following the service at 10:30am (September - April).
Sundays @ 9:30am | Wednesday @ 6:30pm
Frequently Asked Questions
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Otley Church worship services are on Sunday Morning at 9:30 am. Each service runs around an hour long. Bible Discovery Hour (Sunday School) begins following the service (10:30ish) and ends at approximately 11:15 am. Discovery hour runs from September through April.
If you are coming for your first time, we would recommend coming around 9:15 am, especially if you are checking a child into the nursery.
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We have an ample sized Parking lot on our property. In addition, at every entrance of the building, there are spots set aside for guests which are yours to use.
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We worship in a relaxed setting. We ask that you wear what you feel comfortable in. You will see everything from a suit to a polo shirt and jeans to shorts and a T-shirt. Come as you are!
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Otley Church loves our children and their families. We place a premium on providing safe, secure, and fun programming that communicates the Gospel. Our children's ministry is for infants through 12th Grade.
During the Service:
Activity bags are offered by our coffee center. Activity bags include coloring pages, books, crayons, and other activities. We also offer children’s bulletins (3+ and 7+ options) and have a children’s sermon during the service that are based on the message for the day.
For our younger children (3 and under) we offer a nursery during the worship service as well.
After the Service:
September - April, we have Sunday School opportunities for kids 3yr - 12th grade.
Discovery Hour- 3yr - 5th grade
Ignite - 6th - 12th grade
Wednesday Nights:
Our Wednesday night program is called Revolution. Kids 3yrs. - 2nd grade are part of Take T.W.O. {Teach, Worship @ Otley}. Girls 3rd-8th grade participate in GEMS {Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior}, and boys 3rd - 8th grade participate in Cadets {Calvinist Cadet Corps}.
You can learn more about what we offer for kids and students by connecting with our Children’s Ministry Coordinator, Jenn Beyer.
For More Information About Our Youth Programs:
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At Otley Church, we believe...
The Bible is God's Word speaking to us.
Jesus Christ died and paid the price for our sins.
The Holy Spirit is transforming us into the image of Christ.
For a deeper dive into our beliefs and values, check out the vision and values page.
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Otley Church is a member of the Sending Network, holding closely to the creeds (Apostles Creed, Athanasian Creed, Nicene Creed) and Confessions (Belgic Confession, Heidelberg Catechism, Canons of Dort and Belhar Confession).
For more information on the Sending Network, visit their website at https://thesendingnetwork.org/
“Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you.”
Who’s Who on Sunday Morning?
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Derek Van Kooten
Worship Coordinator
Derek is our primary worship leader. He is in charge of all the music and technical portions of our service. He is an accomplished musician and singer, playing both the guitar and the banjo!
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Jenn Beyer
Children's Ministry Coordinator
Jenn cares for and leads our children and youth from birth through high school. She plans and coordinates all children’s & youth programming and is passionate about helping young people grow in their faith.
