The excitement is building as the members of Ohio Christian University’s Chamber String Ensemble prepare for their musical ministry trip to Japan from August 11-29, 2016. “My wife and I have always had a love for the Japanese people and a strong desire to share the message of Jesus and salvation with them,” says Roger Stieg, the ensemble’s director and founder.
“The opportunity that the Chamber Strings have to perform in Japan is a wonderful new door that God is opening for the music students at Ohio Christian University”, commented Dr. John Anthony, the Music Department Chair.
“In the future, it is my dream to see more of our students traveling abroad, using their musical talents to spread the gospel.” For some of the students in the ensemble, like violinist Madeline Sifford, the opportunity to minister in Japan was an answer to prayer. “Lately I have been thinking and praying about being a missionary, commented Ms. Sifford. “I had been asking God to open the door for me to go on a summer missions trip when this opportunity presented itself.”
The Japanese have a great appreciation for classical music. Japanese people who would otherwise never enter a church will attend a classical concert. The Chamber String Ensemble will be performing sacred and classical music in various settings in the towns of Karuizawa and Matsumoto. In the concerts, the gospel and Christian literature will be presented. “The main goal of the trip,” says Mr. Steig,” is to connect the local churches with the people of their communities.” Please pray that God will prepare the hearts of the Japanese people, for safety in travel, and God’s blessing on the ministry of the ensemble.
Articles of Interest
Trailblazer Baseball Hosts Local Student Battling Cancer
Published: April 8, 2020
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Back in February, the Ohio Christian Baseball team helped
host a local student battling cancer in the community. Sam, who currenlty has
spinal ependymoma, came to campus on February 24th to hang out with the team
and experience a practice.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Back in February, the Ohio Christian Baseball team helped
host a local student battling cancer in the community. Sam, who currenlty has
spinal ependymoma, came to campus on February 24th to hang out with the team
and experience a practice.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Back in February, the Ohio Christian Baseball team helped
host a local student battling cancer in the community. Sam, who currenlty has
spinal ependymoma, came to campus on
Jazz Ambassadors Concert CANCELED (due to COVID-19 concerns)
Published: February 28, 2020
In compliance with Governor DeWine's announcement (3/12/20) concerning
coronavirus precautions and a ban prohibiting mass gatherings of more than
100 people, Ohio Christian University has canceled the April 4 Jazz
Ambassadors concert that was scheduled in the Ministry & Performing Arts
center on campus.
To ensure that information provided to all staff, faculty, students, family
members, and community members be the most up to date, Ohio Christian
University launched a Center for Coronavirus Updates on the university
website.
In compliance with Governor DeWine's announcement (3/12/20) concerning
coronavirus precautions and a ban prohibiting mass gatherings of more than
100 people, Ohio Christian University has canceled the April 4 Jazz
Ambassadors concert that was scheduled in the Ministry
In compliance with Governor DeWine's announcement (3/12/20) concerning
coronavirus precautions and a ban prohibiting mass gatherings of more than
100 people, Ohio Christian University has canceled
Audition Day for Performing Arts Scholarships
Published: January 28, 2020
The Ohio Christian University Department of Music is holding a Performing
Arts Audition Day following Scholars Day on February 29th to allow
prospective students to audition for a Performing Arts Scholarship.
High school seniors and juniors and incoming transfer students planning to
major in one of the Music programs or those who just plan to participate in
Band, Orchestra, Choir and/or Theater are all invited to audition.
“We are proud to offer significant scholarships to music and worship
leadership majors, and to any student who participates in our performing arts
activities,” said
The Ohio Christian University Department of Music is holding a Performing
Arts Audition Day following Scholars Day on February 29th to allow
prospective students to audition for a Performing Arts Scholarship.
High school seniors and juniors and incoming transfer students planning to
major in one of the Music programs or those who just plan to participate in
Band, Orchestra, Choir and/or
The Ohio Christian University Department of Music is holding a Performing
Arts Audition Day following Scholars Day on February 29th to allow
prospective students to audition for a Performing Arts
Ohio Christian Hosts A New Leaf Inc. For Afternoon of Fun
Published: December 17, 2019
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - On December 8th, Ohio Christian University hosted an
afternoon of games and inflatables in the Maxwell Center gymnasium for A New
Leaf Inc., a local foster care center. In total, 400 kids attended the annual
holiday party.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - On December 8th, Ohio Christian University hosted an
afternoon of games and inflatables in the Maxwell Center gymnasium for A New
Leaf Inc., a local foster care center. In total, 400 kids attended the annual
holiday party.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - On December 8th, Ohio Christian University hosted an
afternoon of games and inflatables in the Maxwell Center gymnasium for A New
Leaf Inc., a local foster care center. In total,
Festival of Carols Shares Message of Christ
Published: December 10, 2019
The Ohio Christian University Music Department shared an impactful message of
Christ’s birth in its annual Christmas concert, Festival of Carols. The
concert presented this story of glory to audiences of almost 500 on both Dec.
7 and 8 in the Ministry
The Ohio Christian University Music Department shared an impactful message of
Christ’s birth in its annual Christmas concert, Festival of Carols. The
concert presented this story of glory to audiences of almost 500 on both Dec.
7 and 8 in the Ministry
The Ohio Christian University Music Department shared an impactful message of
Christ’s birth in its annual Christmas concert, Festival of Carols. The
concert presented this story of glory to
Archived Articles of Interest
Church Service Day 2018 – Goodwill Trumps Rain!
Published: September 26, 2018
Church Service Day is an annual opportunity for Ohio Christian University
(OCU) students to practice giving back to area churches and charities through
hands-on work projects completed all on a single day!
Church Services Day 2018, undertaken on September 26, proved a worthy
addition to this traditional service-above-self event! About 400 students
lent their energies to 31 work projects in local churches, residences, and
charity organizations.
After an early breakfast, students formed into teams and received directions
to and instructions for their projects. Eager teams headed out to
Church Service Day is an annual opportunity for Ohio Christian University
(OCU) students to practice giving back to area churches and charities through
hands-on work projects completed all on a single day!
Church Services Day 2018, undertaken on September 26, proved a worthy
addition to this traditional service-above-self event! About 400 students
lent their energies to 31 work projects in
Church Service Day is an annual opportunity for Ohio Christian University
(OCU) students to practice giving back to area churches and charities through
hands-on work projects completed all on a
Students Serve in British Columbia
Published: September 19, 2018
By Amber Ginter ‘19
When three Ohio Christian University students first considered summer job
plans, traveling to British Columbia, Canada, to work at Malibu Club, a Young
Life Youth Camp, wasn’t on their radar.
Boarding the flight across the continent, senior Amber Ginter and sophomores
Liam Benson and Benjamin Johnson took a leap of faith to see what God had in
store for them. Completing 2,650 miles of airplane, ferry, and car travel,
the students arrived at Malibu Club situated on the bank of a remote British
Columbia island. Choosing to serve high school juniors and seniors for a
By Amber Ginter ‘19
When three Ohio Christian University students first considered summer job
plans, traveling to British Columbia, Canada, to work at Malibu Club, a Young
Life Youth Camp, wasn’t on their radar.
Boarding the flight across the continent, senior Amber Ginter and sophomores
Liam Benson and Benjamin Johnson took a leap of faith to see what God had in
store for them. Completing
By Amber Ginter ‘19
When three Ohio Christian University students first considered summer job
plans, traveling to British Columbia, Canada, to work at Malibu Club, a Young
Life Youth Camp, wasn’t
Dr. Brent Nolte Leads Music Department
Published: September 5, 2018
Dr. Brent Nolte has joined Ohio Christian University (OCU) as the new Music
Department chair. He will teach Music History and Music Appreciation.
Previously, Nolte served as Music Department Chair and College Organist at
Talladega College where he taught courses in music theory and played the
organ for convocations and commencement. Talladega College is located in
Talladega, AL, and is a private, SACS-accredited, liberal arts college. Nolte
also served at Martin Luther College in New Ulm, MN, as an adjunct organ and
brass instructor. Earlier, he was band and chorus director for St.
Dr. Brent Nolte has joined Ohio Christian University (OCU) as the new Music
Department chair. He will teach Music History and Music Appreciation.
Previously, Nolte served as Music Department Chair and College Organist at
Talladega College where he taught courses in music theory and played the
organ for convocations and commencement. Talladega College is located in
Talladega, AL, and is a
Dr. Brent Nolte has joined Ohio Christian University (OCU) as the new Music
Department chair. He will teach Music History and Music Appreciation.
Previously, Nolte served as Music Department Chair
OCU Leads the Way at Local Alzheimer's Event
Published: August 25, 2018
AlzheimerGroupPhoto.jpg
Sixty faculty, staff, and students, including President Dr. Jon Kulaga and
his wife Lena, participated in the Circleville, Ohio, 2018 Walk to End
Alzheimer’s, one of over 600 similar events held annually nationwide.
Ohio Christian University (OCU), the top local sponsor, was tasked with
underwriting the spinning flowers along the route, earning the title Promise
Garden Sponsor. Team captain, Kelsey Cutright, Director of Student Life at
OCU, had this to say of the event, “It was an upbeat atmosphere. There was
exciting music, and everyone walked in a
AlzheimerGroupPhoto.jpg
Sixty faculty, staff, and students, including President Dr. Jon Kulaga and
his wife Lena, participated in the Circleville, Ohio, 2018 Walk to End
Alzheimer’s, one of over 600 similar events held annually nationwide.
Ohio Christian University (OCU), the top local sponsor, was tasked with
underwriting the spinning flowers along the route, earning the title
AlzheimerGroupPhoto.jpg
Sixty faculty, staff, and students, including President Dr. Jon Kulaga and
his wife Lena, participated in the Circleville, Ohio, 2018 Walk to End
Alzheimer’s, one
2018 Summer Camps Underway
Published: June 12, 2018
Twenty-two Ohio Christian University students are participating in the
University’s 2018 summer camps counseling program.
These students have completed over 50 hours of training over the course of
their spring semester to prepare them to effectively and confidently serve at
16 camps for children in over five states this summer.
Student team leader Hunter Petty shares the group’s excitement about
becoming camp counselors, “As a kid, my life was impacted through OCU camp
counselors. Now that I am a student, I have the chance to impact kid’s
lives and it is an amazing opportunity! Being
Twenty-two Ohio Christian University students are participating in the
University’s 2018 summer camps counseling program.
These students have completed over 50 hours of training over the course of
their spring semester to prepare them to effectively and confidently serve at
16 camps for children in over five states this summer.
Student team leader Hunter Petty shares the group’s excitement
Twenty-two Ohio Christian University students are participating in the
University’s 2018 summer camps counseling program.
These students have completed over 50 hours of training over the course of
