Ohio Christian University's Religion Department will host a presentation and discussion on “Divine Healing” on February 28, at 7:00 pm in OCU's Maxwell Library.
Presenter Dr. Edward Williamson is author of No Other Name, a book that chronicles his late wife Loretta’s battle with cancer. Dr. Williamson is father of OCU Religion Professor Ben Williamson.
Dr. Williamson is General Superintendent of the Evangelical Methodist Church and chair of the Board of Trustees for OMS International. The Evangelical Methodist Church has churches in Southeast Asia, Europe, Mexico, and Canada, in addition to those in the United States.
All freshman students enrolled in the Department's "Worldviews" course are required to read this book and write a reflection paper that wrestles with the question: “If God is all powerful and good, why do bad things happen to good people?”
No Other Name is a powerful testament to God’s power to rescue us from anything that stands in the way of his purposes for our lives, and his comfort and love when the moment comes when we must say "Good Bye" to those closest to our hearts until Christ returns.
Very few people go through life without being touched by cancer, whether they experience the diagnosis or someone they love does. Dr. Williamson has walked through this experience while allowing his faith to grow. He has a pastor’s heart, knows how to intercede for others, and would be happy to pray for you. He believes God still heals today and has witnessed it.
All students are encouraged to attend and meet Dr. Williamson. The Circleville community is cordially invited to attend.
No Other Name may be ordered at www.noothername2013.com.
Articles of Interest
Dr. Caleb Friedeman Publishes Major Reference Work
Published: April 1, 2021
Ohio Christian University is pleased to announce that Dr. Caleb Friedeman,
David A. Case Chair of Theology and Ministry and Assistant Professor of
Biblical Studies, has published A Scripture Index to Rabbinic
Literature(ASIRL) with Hendrickson Academic. This volume is a comprehensive
Scripture index to classical rabbinic literature in English that contains
approximately 90,000 entries and represents over 2,500 hours of work by a
seven-person team over the course of two and a half years. In addition to the
work of the editorial team, a group of OCU staff and students assisted in
Ohio Christian University is pleased to announce that Dr. Caleb Friedeman,
David A. Case Chair of Theology and Ministry and Assistant Professor of
Biblical Studies, has published A Scripture Index to Rabbinic
Literature(ASIRL) with Hendrickson Academic. This volume is a comprehensive
Scripture index to classical rabbinic literature in English that contains
approximately 90,000 entries and
Ohio Christian University is pleased to announce that Dr. Caleb Friedeman,
David A. Case Chair of Theology and Ministry and Assistant Professor of
Biblical Studies, has published A Scripture Index
Students Serve Alongside WGM in Uganda
Published: October 16, 2019
At the end of May, a team from Ohio Christian University traveled to Uganda
to serve alongside World Gospel Mission missionaries already working in the
area. This trip would best be described as a vision trip rather than the
typical mission work some may think of. The team got to see many different
ministries the missionaries are working with as well as support them through
fellowship and prayer.
During the two weeks the team was abroad, they worked with a wide range of
ministries, one of which is known as the Dignity project, providing women and
girls with reusable feminine products
At the end of May, a team from Ohio Christian University traveled to Uganda
to serve alongside World Gospel Mission missionaries already working in the
area. This trip would best be described as a vision trip rather than the
typical mission work some may think of. The team got to see many different
ministries the missionaries are working with as well as support them through
fellowship and
At the end of May, a team from Ohio Christian University traveled to Uganda
to serve alongside World Gospel Mission missionaries already working in the
area. This trip would best be described as a
Gerald Murphy Encourages Revival
Published: October 16, 2019
Gerald Murphy (’13) had one goal in mind for the campus of Ohio Christian
University as he spoke during Fall 2019 Revival Week, and that was to have an
encounter with Christ.
Murphy, a graduate of Ohio Christian, encouraged students to let go of their
former selves and take on their new identity as sons and daughters of God. In
order to take on this new identity, Murphy said that one must first stop
self-identifying as a sinner saved by grace. “If you continue to call
yourself a sinner,” he said, “you’re going to keep acting like one.”
Next, one must stop relying on their own actions
Gerald Murphy (’13) had one goal in mind for the campus of Ohio Christian
University as he spoke during Fall 2019 Revival Week, and that was to have an
encounter with Christ.
Murphy, a graduate of Ohio Christian, encouraged students to let go of their
former selves and take on their new identity as sons and daughters of God. In
order to take on this new identity, Murphy said that one must
Gerald Murphy (’13) had one goal in mind for the campus of Ohio Christian
University as he spoke during Fall 2019 Revival Week, and that was to have an
encounter with Christ.
Murphy, a graduate of
Ohio Christian Hosts Youth Explosion
Published: July 29, 2019
Ohio Christian University was happy to host the Youth Explosion camp on July
25 through 28. The camp was organized by the Marion Christian Center’s
Youth Ministry. The event was meant to provide the opportunity to experience
God in a real and impactful way.
“This year, the theme is that God made them special and how to discover
their gifts and talents to glorify Him” said Marion Christian Center Lead
Pastor Perry Payne.
Each day of camp kicked off with a student led devotional going over the
Beatitudes of Jesus followed by real life breakout sessions. After lunch,
students
Ohio Christian University was happy to host the Youth Explosion camp on July
25 through 28. The camp was organized by the Marion Christian Center’s
Youth Ministry. The event was meant to provide the opportunity to experience
God in a real and impactful way.
“This year, the theme is that God made them special and how to discover
their gifts and talents to glorify Him” said Marion Christian
Ohio Christian University was happy to host the Youth Explosion camp on July
25 through 28. The camp was organized by the Marion Christian Center’s
Youth Ministry. The event was meant to provide
Easter - the Extraordinary Found in the Ordinary
Published: April 18, 2019
By Rev. David Brown, Associate Professor, Religion
By Rev. David Brown, Associate Professor, Religion
By Rev. David Brown, Associate Professor, Religion
Archived Articles of Interest
Seniors honored at Awards Chapel 2016
Published: April 22, 2016
Ohio Christian University held its inaugural Awards Chapel on April 21, 2016.
More than 100 people were in attendance for a time of worship and
recognition.
Students in the top percentage of their class were inducted into Sigma Beta
Delta, Delta Epsilon Chi, and Epsilon Pi Phi. OCU was also pleased to
announce the Josias Rodriguez scholarship award recipient, Victoria Bobb.
Dr. Dave Garrison was awarded the Faith and Liberty award for his efforts in
establishing the School of Business and Government. This high honor is also
held by various other faith leaders, such as Dr. James Dobson
Ohio Christian University held its inaugural Awards Chapel on April 21, 2016.
More than 100 people were in attendance for a time of worship and
recognition.
Students in the top percentage of their class were inducted into Sigma Beta
Delta, Delta Epsilon Chi, and Epsilon Pi Phi. OCU was also pleased to
announce the Josias Rodriguez scholarship award recipient, Victoria Bobb.
Dr. Dave
Ohio Christian University held its inaugural Awards Chapel on April 21, 2016.
More than 100 people were in attendance for a time of worship and
recognition.
Students in the top percentage of their
Students Honored at Ministerial Banquet
Published: April 11, 2016
Ohio Christian University took an evening to honor students and faculty in
the Ministry department at the annual Ministerial Banquet on April 11, 2016.
Over 50 guests were in attendance for dinner, worship lead by the
Intercultural Department, and an awards ceremony.
Various students were scholarship recipients, thanks to multiple generous
donors. In addition, top students were nominated for titles such as Ministry
Student of the Year, as well as up and coming Ministry Student of the year
(for underclassmen).
Ohio Christian University took an evening to honor students and faculty in
the Ministry department at the annual Ministerial Banquet on April 11, 2016.
Over 50 guests were in attendance for dinner, worship lead by the
Intercultural Department, and an awards ceremony.
Various students were scholarship recipients, thanks to multiple generous
donors. In addition, top students were nominated for
Ohio Christian University took an evening to honor students and faculty in
the Ministry department at the annual Ministerial Banquet on April 11, 2016.
Over 50 guests were in attendance for dinner
Students Participate in Poverty Simulation
Published: April 7, 2016
The Ohio Christian University’s Intercultural Department was pleased to
have VISTA (Volunteers In Service to America) facilitate The Poverty
Simulation on last month. The Poverty Simulation is intended to be an
“immersive experience that helps participants increase their knowledge and
understanding of the dynamics of poverty.”
According to their website, “The Poverty Simulation is a unique,
enlightening experience that helps individuals begin to understand what life
is like with a shortage of money and an abundance of stress. It moves people
to think about the harsh realities of
The Ohio Christian University’s Intercultural Department was pleased to
have VISTA (Volunteers In Service to America) facilitate The Poverty
Simulation on last month. The Poverty Simulation is intended to be an
“immersive experience that helps participants increase their knowledge and
understanding of the dynamics of poverty.”
According to their website, “The Poverty Simulation is a unique
The Ohio Christian University’s Intercultural Department was pleased to
have VISTA (Volunteers In Service to America) facilitate The Poverty
Simulation on last month. The Poverty Simulation is
OCU Welcomes WGM Coordinator to Campus
Published: March 25, 2016
Ohio Christian University’s Global Café was pleased to welcome Dr. Joy
Phillips as a guest speaker on February 25, 2016, as she shared her passion
for reaching out to those in Kenya and South Sudan.
Phillips currently serves as World Gospel Mission’s Coordinator of
Compassionate Ministries.Having worked with WGM for almost 30 years, Phillips
explained how her perception of the mission field changed over time. While in
college, she prayed, “God, I will do whatever you want me to do – but
please don’t send me to Africa!” Obviously, her life took an unexpected
turn when she felt the call
Ohio Christian University’s Global Café was pleased to welcome Dr. Joy
Phillips as a guest speaker on February 25, 2016, as she shared her passion
for reaching out to those in Kenya and South Sudan.
Phillips currently serves as World Gospel Mission’s Coordinator of
Compassionate Ministries.Having worked with WGM for almost 30 years, Phillips
explained how her perception of the mission field
Ohio Christian University’s Global Café was pleased to welcome Dr. Joy
Phillips as a guest speaker on February 25, 2016, as she shared her passion
for reaching out to those in Kenya and South Sudan
OCU Welcomed Siran Stacy to Campus
Published: March 22, 2016
Ohio Christian University was pleased to have former University of Alabama
football star Siran Stacy as a guest speaker on Tuesday, March 15. Siran
delivered a message in chapel services, urging students to make changes to
their lifestyles in accordance with scripture.
“God wants me to tell you: put your life in order!” Siran said; he went
on to describe inconsistencies among the recent generation. He suggested that
some students may be struggling with living orderly lives for Christ. “Some
of you are masquerading as Godly people on weekdays, while acting like
sinners on the weekends
Ohio Christian University was pleased to have former University of Alabama
football star Siran Stacy as a guest speaker on Tuesday, March 15. Siran
delivered a message in chapel services, urging students to make changes to
their lifestyles in accordance with scripture.
“God wants me to tell you: put your life in order!” Siran said; he went
on to describe inconsistencies among the recent
Ohio Christian University was pleased to have former University of Alabama
football star Siran Stacy as a guest speaker on Tuesday, March 15. Siran
delivered a message in chapel services, urging
