Faith and Church Vitality

Opportunities to Serve

Town&Gown Club seeking members!

Email Campus.ministries@ottawa.edu if you are interested:>)

Prayer requests for this week.

Greetings and blessings.  With the seasons change we ponder and pray… reflecting on lasting questions, budding hopes and hopeful prayer. The wonder of Easter joy is fading into blessed assurance of Spring’s promise--with the lingers of motivation and celebration from the Easter miracle still bearing witness and the charge to do God’s good. We join, at the top of this broadcast to offer soul-deep concerns and heart felt rejoicing at the heavenly altar and we raise up the following prayers… 

For hope and healing to the family and friends of a fellow student killed in a car crash.

For my sister and her new husband to be as they plan their move and life together.

Give courage to those facing war, hunger, hatred and political unrest. 

Give me reminders to positively impact my team mates. 

Fuel harmony in our country and extra grace to those running in the elections. 

God be especially present in the lives of those dealing with impacts from flooding.

Help those in Israel who are dealing with the impacts of politics and terrorism. 

God keep the Grandma of a dear friend snuggled in your embrace as she convalesces,

Please pray for my mom as she deals with some bad news on her health. 

For a work friend and his family as they deal with the loss of a grandpa.

Help me stay better connected with my family so they don’t think I am forget their love.

Please give me more patience, especially with my dad and are differences in opinions.  

Jesus, give peace to those dealing with mental illness and their families.

Give me more patience as I deal with my roommates and their bickering.

Help my family’s political differences not keep us angry with each other all the time.

Please keep me motivated in my classes and give me a safe trip during break. 

Grant grace and strength to those impacted by war in Ukraine. 

Help my parents and all farmers impacted by the cold snap. 

God may I find some new friends.

Thank you for a friend’s successful surgery on his arm. 

Please help my family be more positive in their outlook and actions.

Give calm and healing to those in my town dealing losses from the tornado. 

For my friends leg injuries, give them fast healing.

May you work through us to comfort anyone who feels afraid or alone.

For my brother as he evaluates school and next steps. 

Help me to not hold grudges with those who hurt me.

 

Heavenly Father, Hear the prayers of our blended community as well as the intentions only fully known in the depths of individual hearts.  Be with and direct us in our ongoing ponders towards a better understanding of your eternal promise.  As you tangibly manifested in the resurrection miracle, help us to tangible give of our talents in our fueling of your Easter promise.  We praise you and look towards best serving your purpose and our part in your plan, in the now and always.    Amen.  

 

We need you!

Contact numbers

OU Faith Programming and Contacts

Church Relations  (Advancement) 

(785) 248-2334                           

Center for Faith and Church Vitality

(Atkinson Basement)  (785) 248-2575

Campus Ministries  (Fredrikson Chapel) 

(785) 248-2397

T.A.U. (Keith) and Chaplain (John) 

(785) 248-2578

University Wide Theatre 

(623) 278-5922

(Follow the Prompts to select location) 

 

Click the link to learn more

 

by contacting    campus.ministries@ottawa.edu

OR

For information and sign up, click the links below!

 

You are Loved 

Elves and Angels

Angel Tree

Thank you to all who participated!

Fredrikson Student Clubs

"We would love to have you join in the work and play!"  Student Leaders for this semester are still needed*.  Click on the links to find out more information or volunteer. 

 * Fredrikson Clubs (this are funded through grants and donations and require the interest from at least 3 students.  If a club is more than 3 years old, it may convert to a permeant club, under support and supervision of  the Student Activities Office.

Community of Prayer              Proctor (Lead Student) Needed   Facebook Page    Webpage      Sponsor:  John Holzhüter     

History Club      (University Wide)        Club President , Blake Ermis      Proctor  Fredrikson GA   Sponsor:  John Holzhüter      Facebook Page     Webpage     

International&Exchange Connection (University Wide)        Club President Ashan Jordan     Sponsor  Wynndee Lee   Proctor:  John Holzhüter     Facebook Page

Paisano's Club (University Wide)    Club President Needed!     Sponsor:  John Holzhüter     Community Host:  Academy of TaiQi 

Theatre Club  KS) Club President, Jessa Greuter      Facebook Page    Webpage      Sponsor:  John Holzhüter   

Theatre Club  AZ)  Facebook Page

Campus Ministries   Club President, J.C. Swartz         Facebook Page                Webpage      Sponsor:  John Holzhüter     

Educator's Cadre                      Fredrikson Ambassador Needed!  Webpage            Sponsor:  Amy Hogan       PE Coordinator:      NEEDED

Connect with Chaplain John    Request prayers or set up a meeting... 

Partnership Events

ABC Mission Summit               Fredrikson Ambassador Needed!       Facebook Page    Coordinator  Sponsor: Janet Peters, VP of Advancement           Host: ABC-USA 

Festival of Young Preachers   Facebook Page  Sponsor: John Holzhüter     Host: ABC-USA

Opportunities

Caregivers Network               Fredrikson Ambassador Needed!              Webpage              Sponsor:  John Holzhüter   Host: ECKAA 

HomeTeam (community-student connections) Proctor Needed(Lead Student)= Fredrikson GA

  Sponsors:  John Holzhüter  and Wynndee Lee   Lead  Host: The Winter Center 

HeavenlyHosts                                   Proctor (Lead Student)+Fredrikson GA

 Sponsor:  John Holzhüter     Host: The Winter Center   Sponsors:  John Holzhüter  and Wynndee Lee   Lead  Host: The Winter Center

Indigenous People's Cultural Club    Sponsor:  TBD             Rodgers  (This is now a student activity club!)

Justice Café   Facebook Page    Sponsor:  John Holzhüter    Host:Intercommunity Peace & JusticeCenter                     

Sunday Clubs      Sponsor:  John Holzhüter   

T.G.i.F. (Together, Grieving in Fellowship)   Webpage     Sponsor: JoAnne Gibson Lucas

Disaster Relief                        Fredrikson Ambassador Needed! Sponsor:  John Holzhüter        Website           Host: The Winter Center 

Elves and Angels                       Proctor (Lead Student) Needed    Facebook Page     Webpage      Sponsor:  John Holzhüter      Proctor 

Exemplars (RoleModels & Mentors)       Proctor (Lead Student) Needed    Sponsor: John Holzhüter     Proctor

Finishing School                       Proctor (Lead Student) Needed    Sponsor: Donald Anderson  Trainer: John Holzhüter    Proctor

Women's Self Defense OU Sponsor:  John Holzhüter   Community Sponsor Ottawa Academy of TQ

Student Activities and Student Senate Sponsored Clubs  (Braves)

Phone: 785-248-2401 | karlie.oller@ottawa.edu

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Archery Club is dedicated to the education and enjoyment of archery.

Be Brave was established to cultivate Agents of Change within the Ottawa University community. The purpose is to 1) Critically examine social issues impacting college students; 2) Develop resources to educate, empower, and assist members of the Ottawa Community; 3) Promote personal responsibility and ownership in situations where it is important to take action; 4) Advocate respect, kindness, and healthy interactions.

Biology Club increases interest in the field of biology through discussion of relevant topics and taking field trips to educate participants, at the same time raising awareness in the community.

Black Student Union unites OU students, increases awareness of Black culture, and supports Black students. The group plans activities to promote diversity, friendship, and understanding.

Champions of Character encourages the exercise of sportsmanship and integrity in OU athletics.

Campus Activities Board (CAB) plans activities to develop a well-rounded social, educational, and multi-cultural environment for OU students, faculty, and staff.

DECA helps members increase their leadership abilities through resources provided by DECA, Inc. The organization also provides a real world experience through competitive events, projects, and community service as well as connections to DECA Inc.’s wide range of partner corporations.

Diversity Activities Board facilitates a shared knowledge of diversity and cultural competency on the Ottawa Campus and in the Ottawa Community.

Hungry for Change encourages students, faculty, and the community to join the fight against domestic and global hunger through service and programming that highlight OU’s vision and goals.

Math Club provides a social outlet for intellectual members studying and/or relatively interested in mathematics.

Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is a national organization for students interested in public relations and communications. Membership will help students from all fields enhance their education, broader their networks, and launch their careers.

Student Senate represents the students’ voice to the faculty and administration. The membership of the Senate is comprised of a total of 12 senators and a four member executive team. The Student Body Vice-President presides over the Senate. The Student Body President serves as the liaison among faculty, administrators, and students.

The Student Senate meets regularly to discuss and take action on issues facing OU students. Student Senators work in a committee format to serve the interest of all OU students.

Student Welcoming and Affirming Network (SWAAN) works to enhance the cultural and social climate at Ottawa University and to improve and enrich the lives of those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning (LGBTQ), and straight allies of the community by organizing successful educational, social, outreach, advocacy, and cultural programs and serving as an effective supportive environment for these programs and the organization’s targeted populations.

The Whole Earth Club provides opportunities for cross-cultural experiences on campus and at the same time to promote closer relationships between all students. The club is open to any student, faculty, or staff member of Ottawa University.

Volunteer Services: Many individuals and organizations benefit from OU students who give of their time. The OU campus encourages students to apply their faith through involvement in service opportunities; thus, they are found working with Boy and Girl Scout troops, Big Brothers and Big Sisters organizations, social agencies, nursing homes, churches, etc.

Concluded Events

 MLK Day of Service!

“Living Christmas Cards”

Thanks to all who were involved last year and please sign up again!

Fredrikson's TAU participants and OUTheatre is again presenting “Living Christmas Cards” (a holiday ‘production’ where homebound folks or those in nursing homes can go to their lobby or look out their window and see a Christmas show and hear some carols (and then we give them a Christmas card:>) if you would like to ‘play’ please Contact one of the Fredrikson Team Members your can also check out a rehearsal from last year:>)