spark talks

spark talks

Spark: Ideas to ignite your life
happening every weekend June 29-July 28

Spark is a series of inspiring talks from experts, thought leaders, and people like you with new speakers each weekend. Attend a location near you or stream online.

This week:

Former NFL player and Emmy Award-winning TV broadcaster, Solomon Wilcots is sharing his story. Brian Tome believes passivity is killing us and will bust the myth that being aggressive is a bad thing.

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crossroads
oakley

crossroads
oakley

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Also known as the Mighty Oak, we serve neighborhoods in the Greater Cincinnati area including Hyde Park, Mt. Lookout, Madisonville, Mariemont, Norwood, Oakley, Pleasant Ridge and Roselawn…or really, people from any neighborhood.

Service Times

Saturday: 4:30 & 6:15pm
Sunday: 9:15 & 11am

Address
3500 Madison Road
Cincinnati, OH 45209
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Sign Language ASL interpreting is now offered at the 9:30am service on Sunday mornings. The interpreter will be located in front of section 700 on the first level.

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Come as you are

Seriously. This is a real place for real people. Regardless of what you think about God, you are welcome here. In a nutshell, you can wear jeans, or dress up if you want. The coffee is free, so grab a cup before you sit down. The music is great and you’ll hear straight up Biblical truth that you can apply to your everyday life. The rest is up to you.

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Meet Chuck Mingo

Chuck is the Oakley Community Pastor. He spent nine years at Procter & Gamble before taking a leap of faith to work in ministry. He grew up in Philadelphia but now calls Cincinnati home. He even roots for the Bengals on occasion. He has been married to his wife Maria for 15 years, and they have three children, Nathan, Samuel, and Isabel. Chuck is passionate about his relationship with Jesus, his family, running, and performing as the lead singer with the Man Camp band.

Campus Hours

Our building is open to the public six days a week. Enjoy free coffee, wi-fi and plenty of couches. Come for a meeting, just to hang out with friends, or even for a quiet place to read or pray.

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 6am-9pm Friday: 6am-6pm Saturday: 7am-8pm

happening at oakley

Going Deeper Onsite Group

Going Deeper Onsite Group

If you have ever wondered what God has planned for you, why we have the struggles we do, and how to be an overcomer, this 5-week onsite group series is for you. Starts August 7.

Sign up here

Fall 2019 Camps

Fall 2019 Camps

Crossroads Camps are all about getting free. Get off the grid, make lifelong friendships, and connect with God in a way you never have before.

Learn more about Fall 2019 Camps

Oakley Summer Shutdown

Oakley Summer Shutdown

Crossroads Oakley will be closed July 15-28 for the annual summer shutdown- a time to deep clean, repaint, and make the building sparkle. Weekend services will happen as scheduled.

Volunteer with Kids' Club

Volunteer with Kids' Club

Jump in to volunteering with Kids’ Club. Help welcome families, build a tower with a toddler, and change the world one kid at a time. Sign up here.

Be a participant in UNDIVIDED

Be a participant in UNDIVIDED

UNDIVIDED is a six-week spiritual journey, bringing people together for meaningful conversation and experiences that can lead to growth and heal the racial divide in our city. The next round of UNDIVIDED starts in August. Sign up to be a participant here.

GO Trips

GO Trips

Make 2020 the year you GO somewhere and discover how you were born for adventure. Trips for next year are open now! Learn more about trips.

Third Saturday for Leaders

Third Saturday for Leaders

3rd Saturday of the Month
3pm at Oakley

For all current and aspiring Oakley group leaders. RSVP to hear rotating speakers and topics meant to encourage, equip, and engage you as a group leader.

Community Care Requests

Prayer requests, listening appointments, hospital visits, or questions about weddings or funerals– we're here to help.

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For Kids & Students

Your kids will love Kids' Club

A fun learning environment designed especially for kids (birth through fifth grade). It’s free, totally secure, and don't worry-we'll let you know if your child needs you at any point during the service.

Check out Kids' Club

Kids’ Club is available during all service times

Student Ministry

Middle School (grades 6-8) and High School (grades 9-12) students have a place to call their own. Students are challenged and encouraged through relevant teaching and fun events. Opportunities are provided for them to grow as they connect with God and with each other.

Middle School Ministry Hours: Saturday at 4:30pm Sunday at 9:15am (Student Section)

High School Ministry Hours: Thursday from 7-8:30pm

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Get Connected

Discover what it’s like to find a group of people who’ll bring you food when life gets rough, help you change a tire in the rain, or make you laugh until you pee your pants a little.

Wayfinder

Wayfinder is a spiritual growth tool to help identify a place in your life to focus your growth. Answer some questions to see where you are - not in a way to measure up, but to help you hear where God wants to take you next.

Give

Your generosity fuels the life change we experience around here. One way to show gratitude for what God is doing in our life is to give back to Him.

Download the App

Download the App

Build your spiritual fitness. Create a positive daily experience. Go deeper on a topic. Receive prayer. Journal your heart out. Never miss the live stream. Available on the App Store or Google Play.