The services at Oak Hills Presbyterian Church are designed so that we, the congregation, can enjoy the worship of our Triune God through singing, prayer, the preaching of the Word and the sharing of the Lord’s Supper.
We meet together as a body on Sunday mornings to worship through the offerings of various musical styles and genres that include the singing of psalms, hymns and spiritual songs (Colossians 3:16). Our intention is to meet with the Lord through a living balance of formality and frankness.
Musicians
We regularly use instruments and vocalists on Sunday mornings and always desire to have those who are musically gifted participate in service playing.
Audio/Video
Likewise, those with skill in setting up or operating audio and video equipment are always appreciated and encouraged to use their abilities to enhance our times of corporate worship.
Artistic Design
We often use those skilled in artistic design to help us create atmospheres for special worship services. This may include interior decoration, stage design, print or video design, and more.
If you are interested in serving in any of these areas, please contact Heidi Toren
Oak Hills Presbyterian Church is solidly based on the teaching of Scripture, which mandates our mission both to bring the Gospel to the ends of the earth and to serve one another in love. Oak Hills seeks to be a congregation of believers who long to know and make known the message of God’s astonishing grace! We do this in three primary ways:
Oak Hills Missionaries
Our congregation sends missionaries into the world, which involves encouraging, recognizing, and supporting individuals and families on the mission field. The support Oak Hills provides is not only financial but relational and, most importantly, prayerful. Please use the links below to learn more about Oak Hills’ missionaries and pray for them regularly. We also encourage you to send a card or letter when you can.
- Chris and Mary Granberry, Sacred Road Ministries, Yakama Native American Reservation, White Swan, WA
- Chase and Sha Johnson, World Harvest Mission, Cluj, Romania
- Mark & Tracy McElmurray, The Navigators, St. Louis, MO
- Chase & Jillian Pettus, The Navigators, East Asia
- Matt and Kori Podzus, The Navigators, Campus Ministry at KU
Mission Trips
Adults and students participate in mission trips that share the message and mercy of God’s love in very practical ways. Each summer, a team spends a week on the Yakama Native American Reservation in White Swan, WA making badly needed home repairs and offering Vacation Bible School to children at a local housing project.
Deacons Mercy Ministries
Deacons Mercy Ministries draw on basic home repair and maintenance skills from people within the Oak Hills family to make a world of difference for senior adults, single mothers or others who need help. The deacons ministry welcomes those willing to share their time and abilities to complete basic tasks in areas like automotive maintenance and repair, carpentry, electrical work, yard work (planting, trimming and raking), painting, plumbing, and general clean-up. We also welcome and encourage the people of Oak Hills to communicate their needs for this kind of assistance so we can have the privilege of serving others in our church body.
Deacons Mercy Ministries
The Deacons understand their call as officers of Oak Hills to serve the needs of the congregation and to lead the congregation in serving others—both inside and outside of the church. The deacons meet monthly to discuss the business of planning projects and to assess specific needs of which they have become aware. They are committed to rolling up their sleeves and getting their hands dirty in order to foster the attitude of serving and bearing one another’s burdens within the congregation of Oak Hills.
One vehicle the deacons have established in an effort both to serve and to lead others in serving is the Helping Hands Ministry. This ministry involves connecting people who have specific needs with those within our congregation who are able to help. The deacons draw on basic home repair and maintenance skills from people within the Oak Hills family to make a world of difference for senior adults, single mothers or others who need help. The deacons welcome those willing to share their time and abilities to complete basic tasks in areas like automotive maintenance and repair, carpentry, electrical work, yard work (planting, trimming and raking), painting, plumbing, and general clean-up. They also welcome and encourage the people of Oak Hills to communicate their needs for this kind of assistance so we all can have the privilege of serving others in the church body. To communicate either your ability to serve, or specific needs, contact the deacons
Community is an essential part of being an authentic place for the Gospel to have its work in our lives. We work hard to create and foster community for those who call Oak Hills their home. If you attend Oak Hills, you will be encouraged to be engaged in the community around you through some of these various ways.
After Service Fellowship
Every Sunday directly following the service we stack our chairs and the sanctuary transforms into a fellowship hall, complete with coffee and snacks. This time is one of the richest opportunities to get to know one another in the church. Many will linger well past the conclusion of the service talking, praying, encouraging and enjoying time with one another.
Community Groups
Community Groups provide an opportunity for Oak Hills members and friends to connect relationally with each other, to learn about and worship God, and to act as a service arm for the church. As Community Group members get to know each other more deeply, they become better able to meet the needs of individuals within the group, within our church, and throughout our community. If you want to get plugged into Oak Hills, a Community Group is the place to be! To learn more about the Community Group ministry, or find the Community Group that meets nearest to you, please contact the Church Office at 913.341.4500 or email our ministry.
Sunday School for All Ages
The Sunday School hour prior to the service is a time where many people opt to be in weekly fellowship, exploring a range of topics together. This hour is a great time for parents and children of all ages to make connections with other people in the church in a context centered on growing together in a knowledge of God’s Word. Classes are available for ALL ages, from preschoolers to Adults.
Men’s and Women’s Retreats
Each Fall, the men of Oak Hills take a retreat to experience fun with a purpose! Likewise, the women have a late winter retreat.
Social Events
We often have special events that are for the purpose of creating community. Some of these include summer picnics, concerts, New Year’s Eve party, SuperBowl party, etc.
Hospitality
Our Women’s Ministry actively cares for those needing meals and other tangible needs due to new babies, sickness, loss, or financial hardship.
The Men’s Ministry of Oak Hills desires to equip and encourage men to glorify God. We also desire to provide opportunities for men to build friendships with each other. The men at Oak Hills come from different walks of life: students, tradesmen, business professionals, and doctors, to name a few. We span multiple life-stages—from college students to fathers of adult children, and every step in between. What we have in common is a desire to know Christ and make him known in our homes, workplaces, and community. If you have questions about men’s ministry or one of the events listed below, please contact the Church Office at 913.341.4500 or email mensministries@ohpchurch.org.
2nd Saturday Men’s Breakfasts
As the name suggests, these breakfasts happen on the second Saturday of each month (excluding December). About 20-35 men meet at the Church Office or in men's homes from 8:00 – 9:15am to enjoy a meal and hear a brief presentationon a range of topics from a speaker, usually someone from our congregation. Men’s breakfasts provide Oak Hills Men an opportunity to enjoy fellowship and build friendships, all while learning about how God is working in and through Oak Hills men. This is one of the best connection points for men in our congregation to meet other guys and become more involved in the church. Friends are welcome and fathers are encouraged to bring their sons. ($5 suggested donation to cover food costs.)
Annual Men’s Weekend Retreat (Late October)
Men’s Retreats afford a rich opportunity for in-depth Bible study and extended men’s fellowship. The retreat begins on a Friday evening and ends by Saturday afternoon—so they fit into a demanding schedule. Past study topics have included glorifying and enjoying God in all areas of life and confronting the “ordinary” sins we often tolerate. Retreats take place in a rustic setting that offers comfortable rooms, a campfire pit, canoeing, paddle-boating, and a taste of the great outdoors. For those interested, a down-home rib dinner at a tavern near the retreat center is a great optional kickoff to the weekend.
Men’s Monday Night Football (Seasonal)
Throughout the fall, men in the church get together twice a month for Monday Night Football. It doesn't matter if you are a huge football fan or not, these events are fun and a great opportunity to get to know other guys in the church. Bring a bag of chips or an appetizer and a 2-liter and come on out. Come by yourself. Bring a friend. Make it a father-son thing. There’s no age limit and you’re free to root for any team you like. This is an opportunity for men to cultivate friendships and connect in the midst of what can often be busy lives. Men’s Monday Night Football meets in homes every other Monday during the season. Check listings for kick-off times.
Bible Studies
In the last several years, Men’s Bible studies at Oak Hills have provided a great mid-week opportunity to touch base with other Oak Hills men while seeking to stay grounded in God’s Word. Come for thought-provoking discussion and wisdom you can take to work and use throughout your day.
Softball Team (Seasonal)
If you’d like some fresh-air fellowship, join the Oak Hills softball team and play slow-pitch softball in a local parks and recreation league. Whatever your skill level, you’re welcome to come out and play. It’s all about the fellowship (and winning).
TEAM Women, which stands for Teach, Equip, Act, and Minister encompasses all of the Women’s Ministries at Oak Hills. It is our prayer that we help teach women more of God’s Word, equip them to act on what they learn, and thereby minister to them and others. Please use the links below to learn more about the different areas of TEAM Women at Oak Hills. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Church Office at 913.341.4500 or email womensministries@ohpchurch.org.
Evening Bible Study
Oak Hills has had a women’s evening bible study for many years for the purpose of learning, fellowship and prayer. In the past our study has included books by Beth Moore, Susan Hunt, John Piper, and Joanna Weaver, along with specific Scripture books. This study typically takes place weekly, please see the calendar link for specifics on time and location to join this great group!
Morning Bible Study
Oak Hills also offers a morning Bible Study that typically meets every other week with play dates on the off weeks for those participating with young children. It emphasizes solid biblical teaching along with fellowship. This study seeks to be flexible in its amount of required preparation and childcare is usually available for a minimal cost. Please see the calendar link to find out when and where these fine ladies will be meeting!
Hospitality Ministry
This ministry helps individuals and families in our church when needs arise. In particular Hospitality coordinates the supply of meals when new babies are born/adopted and helps in any way needed when an illness or death in the family occurs. We also coordinate wedding showers and baby showers for first-time mothers. If you are interested in helping with this ministry or know of a need within our congregation please contact this ministry leader.
Women’s Retreat
The Oak Hills Annual Spring Women’s Retreat offers both a wonderful time of learning, and a valuable opportunity for Oak Hills women connect on a deeper level. The retreat’s location varies from year to year—sometimes we have met at a hotel in the Kansas City area and at other times we have headed to a more rural camp setting. Some retreats have featured outside speakers, while others have involved women from within our church sharing their stories of God’s grace working in their lives. Regardless of the location or speaker, the retreat provides a rich time of fun, fellowship and learning.
Social Ministry
This ministry is for all things related to fun fellowship! The Annual Christmas ornament exchange is one of our highlights. We also have had craft nights, movie nights, and other great times. Watch the calendar for coming events or contact this ministry leader to help plan some fun for our Oak Hills Women
The mission of Oak Hills Student Ministries is to speak the Truth of the Gospel into the lives of students, calling them to: Embrace the unflinching love of God through Christ, Love His Church, and Serve His kingdom in the world —all by the grace of God and for His glory.
We desire to walk with young people as they pursue God through His Word, relationships with one another, and service to the people around them. Students are encouraged to live this out as a part of the greater church—by serving in the nursery, on the Worship team, on a Set-up team, and in a variety of other ways. At the same time, there are regular events directed specifically towards the students and their relationships with one another as they seek to know God. Click on the links below to find out more. If you have questions about our student ministries, or one of the events below, please call the church Office at 913.341.4500 or email Pastor Jon.
Wednesday Nights
Students in grades 7 – 12 are invited to come on out for Bible study, prayer, and hangin’ out Wednesday evenings most weeks of the year. We meet in the homes of Oak Hills’ families around the area. To find specific meeting places and times, email Pastor Jon.
Sunday School
On Sunday mornings, we have varied opportunities for students to receive solid biblical teaching that engages their hearts and minds while equipping them for Kingdom service. In the past this has included a some combination of a middle school class (grades 7-8), a high school class (grades 9-12), a class for all students, and a joint class with the adults, For more information on the current options, please contact Pastor Jon or see check the Sunday bulletin.
Social Events
We regularly gather for fun events that allow us to get to know one another better and to reach out to others. Some of the students’ favorite events in recent years have included days at the lake, trips to amusement parks, scavenger hunts, and attending concerts.
Service Projects
Part of "serving the kingdom" involves learning to pursue truth, beauty, and justice wherever God is working those things out in His world. This means that we regularly look for ways to get involved in these pursuits. Sometimes this means helping an individual or family within the church who can use a tangible reminder that God’s love is real. Other times this means partnering with a local ministry that is committed to serving people in need. We are always looking for more opportunities to serve others and see God work through us.
Oak Hills is blessed with an abundance of children. We delight in the joy and energy they bring on Sunday mornings and we take seriously the responsibility God has placed upon this church for their spiritual nurture. Our prayer as a church is that each of us would somehow be involved in this nurturing of future generations. For some this will be in a classroom setting; for others it’s a smile and a kind word on a Sunday morning. We desire that in all aspects of Oak Hills Children’s Ministry, God will be glorified in the way we invest in the precious lives He has entrusted to parents within this church, and therefore to the church itself.
Nursery
The Oak Hills Nursery exists to serve the congregation of Oak Hills Presbyterian Church by providing a safe and nurturing environment for the youngest among us. With this in mind, the Nursery ministry has two primary goals: to love children through meeting their spiritual, emotional, and physical needs by offering a safe and secure place for them and to love parents by loving their children and communicating clearly our policies and procedures. Based on our current needs, the nursery is divided into three rooms: Infants (not yet walking), Toddlers (starting to walk), and Preschoolers (walking through age 3).
PromiseLand (Children’s Church)
PromiseLand meets every Sunday morning during the sermon portion of the worship service. It is designed to give children ages four through eight years-old an opportunity to interact with the Word of God using a curriculum specifically developed for their age group. The two main divisions are 4 and 5 year-olds, and 6-8 year-olds (classes may be subdivided as needed). During this time, teachers lead the children through a time of prayer, a Bible lesson, and an activity page which helps the children apply what they have learned.
