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Dr. Ben Carson puts the greatest value on his relationship with God."The most important thing for me is having a relationship with God. To know that the owner, the creator of the universe loves you, sent His Son to die for your sins; that's very empowering. Knowing Him and knowing that He loves me gives me encouragement and confidence to move forward.”― Ben Carson Dr. Carson will be featured at Ohio Christian University's 2014 Leadership Forum on April 21, 2014.Seating is limited so get your tickets today at www.OhioChristian.edu! The 700 Club talks to the world-renowned neurosurgeon about his life becoming a television movie starring Cuba Gooding, Jr.
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Reunion 2022 to Culminate with OCU Night at Mount of Praise
Published: May 24, 2022
Ohio Christian University alumni, their family and friends are invited to
Reunion2022: an all-day event on Saturday, June 25. Through alumni athletic
games, class reunions, our Trailblazer Celebration and dinner, our goal is to
build and cultivate stronger alumni engagement and relationships throughout
the OCU community. The evening will culminate with OCU Night at Mount of
Praise followed by our annual Ice Cream Social.
“This is always an exciting event, where alumni and their friends get to
celebrate the accomplishments and valuable contributions of Ohio
Christian’s own. We’ve
Ohio Christian University alumni, their family and friends are invited to
Reunion2022: an all-day event on Saturday, June 25. Through alumni athletic
games, class reunions, our Trailblazer Celebration and dinner, our goal is to
build and cultivate stronger alumni engagement and relationships throughout
the OCU community. The evening will culminate with OCU Night at Mount of
Praise followed
Ohio Christian University alumni, their family and friends are invited to
Reunion2022: an all-day event on Saturday, June 25. Through alumni athletic
games, class reunions, our Trailblazer
C.S. Lewis is Coming to Ohio Christian University
Published: December 22, 2021
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing Arts Center
(MPAC). This Fellowship for Performing Arts production has toured the United
States from New York to California and played on campuses such as Princeton,
Vanderbilt, Wheaton, UNC-Chapel Hill, and many other esteemed institutions of
higher learning. Using C.S. Lewis’ own words, award-winning actor Max
McLean brings the brilliant Oxford fellow to life, taking us on his
extraordinary
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing Arts Center
(MPAC). This Fellowship for Performing Arts production has toured the United
States from New York to California and played on campuses such as Princeton,
Vanderbilt, Wheaton, UNC-Chapel
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing
Columbus Symphony to Perform in Ministry & Performing Arts Center
Published: November 19, 2021
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the Columbus Symphony in
performances of “Winter Wonderland,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,”
“Sleigh Ride,” “All I Want for Christmas is You,” and many more.
About The Columbus Symphony Orchestra:
Since 1951, the Columbus Symphony (CSO) has been proud to serve as central
Ohio’s flagship music performance organization. The CSO’s musicians,
conductors, chorus, and world-renowned guest artists
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the Columbus Symphony in
performances of “Winter Wonderland,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,”
“Sleigh Ride,” “All I Want for Christmas is You,” and many more.
About The Columbus Symphony Orchestra:
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the
2021 Summer Celebration Picnic
Published: August 6, 2021
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food, Friends and Fellowship. In
spite of some scattered storms, many people of all ages gathered together.
OCU’s on-site dining service, Simply Delicious by Hallmark, provided a
wonderful picnic dinner, while guests enjoyed the music ministry of The Lore
Family (Portsmouth, OH) and Richard Jordan (Nashville, TN).
University faculty and staff members also stayed for the evening event.
Worship
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food, Friends and Fellowship. In
spite of some scattered storms, many people of all ages gathered together.
OCU’s on-site dining service, Simply Delicious by Hallmark, provided a
wonderful picnic
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food
30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament Raises Over $40,000 for Students
Published: July 1, 2021
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising over $40,000 to fund scholarships for
current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to current campus
students each year at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The annual OCU golf tournament is one of our major fundraising events for
student scholarships – and is also a great way to connect with donors who
love golf and love our students", explained OCU President Dr. Jon Kulaga.
"With over
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising over $40,000 to fund scholarships for
current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to current campus
students each year at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The annual OCU golf tournament is
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising
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Big Givers Boost OCU Program Support!
Published: November 2, 2017
The Columbus Foundation 2017 Big Give campaign on October 11th gave a big
boost to Ohio Christian University.
Generosity of contributors enables OCU to continue supporting student success
and to sustain academic programs that are creating a new generation of
faith-filled leaders in many fields of endeavor that contribute to bettering
society in local communities and beyond.
The Columbus Foundation amplified the campaign gifts made in support of this
work. Ohio Christian raised over $252,000 through your generosity!
OCU’s faculty, staff, and administration extend our heart-felt
The Columbus Foundation 2017 Big Give campaign on October 11th gave a big
boost to Ohio Christian University.
Generosity of contributors enables OCU to continue supporting student success
and to sustain academic programs that are creating a new generation of
faith-filled leaders in many fields of endeavor that contribute to bettering
society in local communities and beyond.
The Columbus
The Columbus Foundation 2017 Big Give campaign on October 11th gave a big
boost to Ohio Christian University.
Generosity of contributors enables OCU to continue supporting student success
and to
Mentor Leaders' Rev. David Whetstone Speaks during OCU Mission Week
Published: October 23, 2017
Rev. David Whetstone, founder of Mentor Leaders, is a featured speaker during
OCU’s Missions Week, October 23-26, on the university's main Circleville
campus.
Mentor Leaders, based in Nolensville, TN, is a nonprofit organization
using community-based efforts to bring aid, restoration, and sustainability
to global neighborhoods.
Mission Week presentations are being held in OCU's Detty Chapel.
Mentor Leaders has teams in Togo and Haiti who are providing emergency aid,
restoration—supported by education, financial investment, and relational
development—, and sustainability training
Rev. David Whetstone, founder of Mentor Leaders, is a featured speaker during
OCU’s Missions Week, October 23-26, on the university's main Circleville
campus.
Mentor Leaders, based in Nolensville, TN, is a nonprofit organization
using community-based efforts to bring aid, restoration, and sustainability
to global neighborhoods.
Mission Week presentations are being held in OCU's Detty
Rev. David Whetstone, founder of Mentor Leaders, is a featured speaker during
OCU’s Missions Week, October 23-26, on the university's main Circleville
campus.
Mentor Leaders, based in Nolensville
10th Annual Leadership Forum a Huge Success
Published: April 18, 2016
Ohio Christian University hosted its 10th annual Leadership Forum on April
19, 2016, in the Maxwell Center on its Circleville campus featuring
speakers: leadership expert, Dr. John Maxwell; NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback,
Jim Kelly; and special guest Senator David Perdue. More than 1300 people
gathered for the main event, and hundreds more participated in smaller
sessions throughout the day.
When asked about the impact of events like Leadership Forum, John Maxwell
said, "Developing quality, Christian leaders is the only way to ensure that
the future is better than today."
Ohio Christian University hosted its 10th annual Leadership Forum on April
19, 2016, in the Maxwell Center on its Circleville campus featuring
speakers: leadership expert, Dr. John Maxwell; NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback,
Jim Kelly; and special guest Senator David Perdue. More than 1300 people
gathered for the main event, and hundreds more participated in smaller
sessions throughout the day
Ohio Christian University hosted its 10th annual Leadership Forum on April
19, 2016, in the Maxwell Center on its Circleville campus featuring
speakers: leadership expert, Dr. John Maxwell; NFL
Annual Dinner Concert Features The Guardians and Booth Brothers
Published: March 19, 2016
The annual Ohio Christian University Spring Dinner Concert was held on
Saturday, March 19, 2016. Hundreds of Southern Gospel Music fans enjoyed a
premium buffet, and additional guests joined for a delightful night of gospel
music featuring The Guardians and The Booth Brothers.
The proceeds of the annual dinner concert support the Dean and Diana Hickman
Scholarship Fund. Our gratitude is extended to all who contributed
financially to make it possible for students to attend Ohio Christian
University.
The annual Ohio Christian University Spring Dinner Concert was held on
Saturday, March 19, 2016. Hundreds of Southern Gospel Music fans enjoyed a
premium buffet, and additional guests joined for a delightful night of gospel
music featuring The Guardians and The Booth Brothers.
The proceeds of the annual dinner concert support the Dean and Diana Hickman
Scholarship Fund. Our gratitude is
The annual Ohio Christian University Spring Dinner Concert was held on
Saturday, March 19, 2016. Hundreds of Southern Gospel Music fans enjoyed a
premium buffet, and additional guests joined for a
Record Attendance at 10th Annual Festival of Carols
Published: December 3, 2015
More than 700 community members turned out for this year's Festival of
Carols, a new attendance record. Attendees also donated a record-breaking
amount of food to Pickaway County Emergency Clearinghouse, a local food
pantry — more than 1,000 pounds!
Thank you to all those who attended and participated. This event would not
be possible without your continued support.
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Original article:
Ohio Christian University will host its tenth annual Festival of Carols and
Messiah concert on December 5, 2015, in the beautifully decorated Maxwell
Center. Guests will be
More than 700 community members turned out for this year's Festival of
Carols, a new attendance record. Attendees also donated a record-breaking
amount of food to Pickaway County Emergency Clearinghouse, a local food
pantry — more than 1,000 pounds!
Thank you to all those who attended and participated. This event would not
be possible without your continued support.
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More than 700 community members turned out for this year's Festival of
Carols, a new attendance record. Attendees also donated a record-breaking
amount of food to Pickaway County Emergency