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Over fifty youth leaders from more than thirty churches and organizations converged on the Ohio Christian University campus for the second annual Youth Leadership Conference. Anticipation for the conference was met with engaging and relevant information applicable to those in attendance. The subject of the day was the importance of actively engaging youth with the reality of Biblical Truth in these formative years. Dr. Walt Mueller, expert in youth culture and President of the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding, began the conference with a dive into youth culture and practical ways of engaging that culture.
The sessions for the conference covered topics, such as, mental health and suicide, building a Christian worldview, practical ways of working with church leadership, and other topics. Participants were able to network with one another, share best practices, and engage others in their field. Dr. Mueller concluded the events of the day with insight into how media is shaping the youth of the day.
The youth culture of today is different than previous generations, notably because they have the world at their fingertips. They can be, say, and do anything they want with just a few keystrokes. Teen culture is hard to contend with, and even harder to break through. This generation of young Christians embraces the idea that being young is a strength – they are bold and are true to themselves, making it critically important for them to find their identity in Christ. Ministry leaders, youth leaders, and educators’ prime responsibility is to ensure students know exactly that.
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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.
Matt Hunnell, VP of University Advancement commented: “Despite a little
rain, we had a great turn out. It was wonderful to see smiling faces on
campus, and our friends enjoying music, a good meal, and time together. We
look forward to many more events and gatherings on campus in the
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.
Matt Hunnell, VP of University Advancement commented: “Despite a little
rain, we had a great
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
29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament Raises $30,000 for Students
Published: November 13, 2020
Ohio Christian University’s 29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Friday, October 2nd at the Pickaway Golf Course. Twenty-five
four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $30,000 to fund
scholarships for current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to
current campus students each spring at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The golf tournament is one our major fund-raising events for student
scholarships,” explained OCU President Dr. Jon Kulaga. “The engagement
and generosity of each of the golfers is critical to our ability to assist
OCU students with
Ohio Christian University’s 29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Friday, October 2nd at the Pickaway Golf Course. Twenty-five
four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $30,000 to fund
scholarships for current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to
current campus students each spring at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The golf tournament is one our major
Ohio Christian University’s 29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Friday, October 2nd at the Pickaway Golf Course. Twenty-five
four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $
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Celebrate 25 years of Southern Gospel music with the Guardians on Nov 16 | A Passion for Christian Higher Education
Published: October 31, 2013
On March 23rd of this year Ohio Christian University dedicated the 30,000
square foot, $6 million Dean and Diana Hickman Student Center. The Center,
which includes a cafeteria, café, bookstore, intramural gym space, game
room, classrooms and offices, was built to help support and develop the
rapidly growing student body at OCU.The building is named for Dean and Diana
Hickman in gratitude for their very generous support of the university and
this project. The Hickman Student Center adjoins the Maxwell Center and the
Science and Logistics Center. These beautiful facilities not only
On March 23rd of this year Ohio Christian University dedicated the 30,000
square foot, $6 million Dean and Diana Hickman Student Center. The Center,
which includes a cafeteria, café, bookstore, intramural gym space, game
room, classrooms and offices, was built to help support and develop the
rapidly growing student body at OCU.The building is named for Dean and Diana
Hickman in gratitude for
On March 23rd of this year Ohio Christian University dedicated the 30,000
square foot, $6 million Dean and Diana Hickman Student Center. The Center,
which includes a cafeteria, café, bookstore,
OCU Hosts Second Annual 9/11 Memorial Service
Published: September 9, 2013
The second annual Lest We Forget ceremony remembering the victims of the 9/11
attacks will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 11 in the Maxwell Center at Ohio
Christian University.“The city leaders and I have all come together because
we wanted to honor first responders and the military on the anniversary of
9/11,” said Pastor Timothy Throckmorton, organizer for the event.The
evening, free for guests, will feature former congressman Bob McEwen, as well
as performances by the Circleville Pumpkin Show Band and the Community Church
Choir.Throckmorton said he picked McEwen because of his abilities as
The second annual Lest We Forget ceremony remembering the victims of the 9/11
attacks will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 11 in the Maxwell Center at Ohio
Christian University.“The city leaders and I have all come together because
we wanted to honor first responders and the military on the anniversary of
9/11,” said Pastor Timothy Throckmorton, organizer for the event.The
evening, free for guests,
The second annual Lest We Forget ceremony remembering the victims of the 9/11
attacks will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 11 in the Maxwell Center at Ohio
Christian University.“The city leaders and I have
Fall Revival Week at OCU - Live Online!
Published: September 9, 2013
The OCU Fall Revival begins September 10, 2013, and live broadcasts will be
available online at www.ohiochristian.edu/live. Services will feature special
guest evangelist, Rev. Susie Shellenberger. Rev. Shellenberger created and
edited Brio, a Focus on the Family publication, for 19 years. She also
co-hosted a national weekly call-in radio show for teens called "Life on the
Edge Live" that was produced by Focus on the Family for a number of years.
Rev. Shellenberger has written over 40 books, as well as being the editor and
namesake of the magazine SUSIE.Rev. Shellenberger is an
The OCU Fall Revival begins September 10, 2013, and live broadcasts will be
available online at www.ohiochristian.edu/live. Services will feature special
guest evangelist, Rev. Susie Shellenberger. Rev. Shellenberger created and
edited Brio, a Focus on the Family publication, for 19 years. She also
co-hosted a national weekly call-in radio show for teens called "Life on the
Edge Live" that
The OCU Fall Revival begins September 10, 2013, and live broadcasts will be
available online at www.ohiochristian.edu/live. Services will feature special
guest evangelist, Rev. Susie Shellenberger
LifeTraks Students Meet Grammy Award-Winning Vocalist David Phelps
Published: July 25, 2013
Students in the LifeTraks School of Leadership had the opportunity to meet
Grammy Award-winning vocalist David Phelps in a question and answer forum
last Friday (July 19, 2013) at Indianapolis First Church of the Nazarene in
Indianapolis, IN. The night, full of distinct vocals and a high-octane live
band, was capped off by words of insight from the highly acclaimed
tenor. “If I had to give any advice for obtaining your dream, I would say
that perseverance is foundational,” said Phelps. “But when you
accomplish them, you will look back on the tougher times and know that you
were in
Students in the LifeTraks School of Leadership had the opportunity to meet
Grammy Award-winning vocalist David Phelps in a question and answer forum
last Friday (July 19, 2013) at Indianapolis First Church of the Nazarene in
Indianapolis, IN. The night, full of distinct vocals and a high-octane live
band, was capped off by words of insight from the highly acclaimed
tenor. “If I had to give
Students in the LifeTraks School of Leadership had the opportunity to meet
Grammy Award-winning vocalist David Phelps in a question and answer forum
last Friday (July 19, 2013) at Indianapolis
OCU Professor Contributing Across the Country
Published: May 20, 2013
Ohio Christian University is blessed with an outstanding faculty and staff
who not only impact OCU students, but are also actively influencing their
academic disciplines nationally. Earlier this year, Dr. Krista Stonerock,
Writing Center Director and Professor of English at the main campus in
Circleville, was selected to serve on the McGraw Hill Freshman Composition
Symposium in Boca Raton, Florida. Additionally, in March of this year, Dr.
Stonerock was asked to serve on a panel at the College Composition and
Communication national conference in Las Vegas, NV where she met with 15
Ohio Christian University is blessed with an outstanding faculty and staff
who not only impact OCU students, but are also actively influencing their
academic disciplines nationally. Earlier this year, Dr. Krista Stonerock,
Writing Center Director and Professor of English at the main campus in
Circleville, was selected to serve on the McGraw Hill Freshman Composition
Symposium in Boca Raton,
Ohio Christian University is blessed with an outstanding faculty and staff
who not only impact OCU students, but are also actively influencing their
academic disciplines nationally. Earlier this
