OVCC - A Very Jewish Christmas - 12/20/09 - Paul Bergmann

December 20, 2009. Pastor Paul gives context and depth to the Christmas story.

OVCC - Abraham & Isaac: THE Sacrifice - 12/13/09 - Paul Bergmann

December 13, 2009. Pastor Paul continues through Genesis and the calling of Abraham. In one of the most important chapters to world religion, we begin the study of Abraham's sacrifice of his son Isaac.

OVCC - Hospitality in Sodom and Gomorrah continued - 11/29/09 - Paul Bergmann

November 29, 2009. Pastor Paul continues in Genesis with Sodom and Gomorrah. Hospitality is a key theme to understanding God's message about the destruction of the fabled cities.

OVCC - Abraham, Lot, Sodom and Gomorrah, Oh my! - 11/22/09 - Paul Bergmann

November 22, 2009. Pastor Paul continues in Genesis with the calling of Abraham. Today's sermon takes an alternative viewpoint in the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, and the actions of Lot, Nephew of Abraham.

OVCC - Abraham Continued: From Circumcision to Baptism - 11/15/09 - Paul Bergmann

November 15, 2009. Pastor Paul continues in Genesis with the calling of Abraham. The rituals of circumcision and Baptism are introduced to enter into covenant with God.

OVCC - Abraham-What's in a name? - 11/08/09 - Paul Bergmann

November 8, 2009. Pastor Paul explores the role and meaning of names, as we continue in Genesis with the calling of Abraham.

OVCC - Doubting the Stars - 10/25/09 - Paul Bergmann

October 25, 2009. Pastor Paul continues in Genesis with the calling of Abraham. God's promise of blessing the world through Abraham's offspring is met with doubt, confusion, and finally Belief. Abraham's responses to God speak to us today in our own response to God's call and promises.

OVCC - He is sufficient reward. - 10/18/09 - Paul Bergmann

October 18, 2009. Pastor Paul continues in Genesis with the calling of Abraham, and discusses the blessing and promises of God.

OVCC - The Thinker - 10/11/09 - Paul Bergmann

October 11, 2009. Pastor Paul breaks from his series on Abraham to discuss the Arts, the Pastor's role, and Christians in the Ojai community.

OVCC - Fellowship: Caring, Sharing.-10-04-09 - Ryan Smith

October 4, 2009. Pastor Ryan discusses fellowship and eating together as one of the highest forms of sharing in community.

OVCC - The call of Abraham continued - 09/27/09 - Paul Bergmann

September 27, 2009. Pastor Paul continues in Genesis with the calling of Abraham.

OVCC - Abraham: Hearing the Call - 09/20/09 - Paul Bergmann

September 20, 2009. Pastor Paul moves forward with the story and journey of Abraham, and explores the idea of "Hearing the Call of God".

OVCC - Return to Genesis - 09/13/09 - Paul Bergmann

September 13, 2009. Pastor Paul reviews the Book of Genesis, leading us back into the study at Chapter 11, where the journey of Abraham begins.

OVCC - Talking Teen: Love Languages - 09/06/09 - Paul Bergmann

September 6, 2009. Pastor Paul talks about the "Love languages" of teens, and how different styles of communication are so important to understand.

OVCC - Holy Spirit continued: Raw, fresh, moving. - 08/30/09 - Paul Bergmann

August 30, 2009. Pastor Paul and the Ladies of Teen Challenge offer more thoughts on the mystery of God's Spirit, moving through individuals, churches, and the world.

OVCC - Breathing God, The Spirit - 08/23/09 - Paul Bergmann

August 23, 2009. Pastor Paul offers more concepts relating to the Spirit of God, revealed to us even in our own breath.

OVCC - The Holy Spirit: Confusing and Comforting - 08/16/09 - Paul Bergmann

August 16, 2009. Pastor Paul continues to tackle the definition and identity of the Holy Spirit.

OVCC - The Holy Spirit: Confused? Me too. - 08/09/09 - Paul Bergmann

August 9, 2009. Pastor Paul begins to dig into the concept of The Holy Spirit. What is it? Who is it? Can we even understand it? There are many fascinating and diverse opinions on the subject and we will explore several ideas. This important aspect of God's being is mysterious, but holds great weight in our understanding of God's relationship to the world.

Family Service August 2, 2009 - No podcast

This week was our Family service at OVCC. A brief message was presented by Pastor Richie in 2 parts, surrounding Communion and the Children's presentation. We were also visited by Missionaries from Morocco: Maher & Suhair Haddad.

For a complete copy of the service on DVD, please contact the church office. There is no audio recording posted this week.

OVCC - Living the Kingdom - 07/26/09 - Ryan Smith

July 26, 2009. Pastor Ryan Smith explores the "work" of the Kingdom of God and what it means to be a part of it.

OVCC - Citizenship of the Kingdom - 07/19/09 - Paul Bergmann

July 19, 2009. Pastor Paul introduces the idea of citizenship: not of country, but of the Kingdom of Heaven. Also a preview of teachings on the Spirit of God, the Holy Spirit.

OVCC - Personal Story-God is there - 07/12/09 - Paul Bergmann

July 12, 2009 - Pastor Paul shares his own story and family history. Looking back through our own stories and journeys in life we see that God is there at all times.

OVCC - Economy and Faith - 07/05/09 - Paul Bergmann

July 5, 2009. Pastor Paul speaks on the Economy, America, and the Christian worldview on money in general. Will we be all right?

OVCC - The Good News in Action - 06/28/09 - Paul Bergmann

June 28, 2009. Pastor Paul continues his Summer "conversation" with stories and updates about the "Good News" in action. OVCC brings the love of God to the community in many ways, and this Sunday message explores the many facets of putting our beliefs into action.

OVCC - Waking Up! to God - 06/21/09 - Paul Bergmann

June 21, 2009. Pastor Paul explores the idea of "Waking Up" to God. This Father's Day Message focuses on the story of the Prodigal Son. (This podcast contains only the sermon portion of the service. For a full copy of the Sunday 10 am service, please call the church office for a DVD.)

OVCC - Genesis to Revelation, God's Plan Revisited - 06/14/09 - Paul Bergmann

June 14, 2009. Pastor Paul revisits the overall story of God's revelation and plan for the World. From Genesis to Revelation, the mission of God to heal and reconcile the world to himself is ongoing, and we are invited to be part of the restoration of Shalom.

OVCC - Tired, Lord, DEEP tired. - 06/07/09 - Richie Litonjua

June 7, 2009. Pastor Richie speaks on being "tired" in a physical and spiritual sense. Today's family service and communion remind us to focus on the true hope that is in Christ.

OVCC - Genesis, Book of Beginnings - 05/31/09 - Paul Bergmann

May 31, 2009. Pastor Paul continues his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings! Today Pastor Paul wraps up his series at Chapters 10 & 11, to be continued following a Summer of exploring various topics.

OVCC - Genesis, Book of Beginnings - 05/24/09 - Paul Bergmann

May 24, 2009. Pastor Paul continues his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings! Here we find Noah "rebooting" the plan of creation and civilization, and the introduction of Kosher practices given by God.

OVCC - Genesis, Book of Beginnings - 05/17/09 - Paul Bergmann

May 17, 2009. Pastor Paul continues his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings! This week we continue to explore the implications of Noah's Ark and the Flood.

OVCC - Genesis, Book of Beginnings - 05/10/09 - Paul Bergmann

May 10, 2009. Pastor Paul continues his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings! Today's teaching includes discussion of the Noah's Ark / Great Flood story.

OVCC - Family & Community Service - 05/03/09 - Paul Bergmann, Ryan Smith

May 3, 2009. Pastors Paul Bergmann and Ryan Smith present and discuss recent events. Testimony from the OVCC Women's Retreat and the monthly Children's story begin the service.

OVCC - Genesis, Book of Beginnings - 04/26/09 - Paul Bergmann

April 26, 2009. Pastor Paul continues his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

OVCC - Genesis, Book of Beginnings - 04/19/09 - Paul Bergmann

April 19, 2009. Pastor Paul continues his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

OVCC - Fishing, Drifting - 04/05/09 - Richie Litonjua

April 5, 2009. Pastor Richie Litonjua prepares us for the Easter week with his Palm Sunday message about re-focusing on the central message and purpose of Jesus.

OVCC - Genesis, Book of Beginnings - 03/29/09 - Paul Bergmann

March 29, 2009. Pastor Paul continues his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

OVCC - Genesis, Book of Beginnings - 03/22/09 - Paul Bergmann

March 22, 2009. Pastor Paul continued his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings! Mike Greenslit gives testimony and talks about Prayer watch 2009.

Pastor Paul Bergmann

March 15th, 2009, Pastor Paul continued his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Paul Bergmann

March 8th, 2009, Pastor Paul continued his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Paul Bergmann

March 1st, 2009, Pastor Paul continued his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Ryan Smith

February 22nd, 2009, Pastor Ryan continued our series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Paul Bergmann

February 15th, 2009, Pastor Paul continued his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Paul Bergmann

February 8th, 2009, Pastor Paul continued his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Paul Bergmann

February 2nd, 2009, Pastor Paul continued his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Paul Bergmann

January 25th, 2009, Pastor Paul continued his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Paul Bergmann

January 18th, 2009, Pastor Paul continued his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Paul Bergmann

January 11, 2009, Pastor Paul continured his series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Paul Bergmann

January 4th, 2009, Pastor Paul began his new series from the book that began it all, Genesis. Whether you are Christian, Jew, Muslim, or non believer, you will find our study of Genesis illuminating as we explore the Jewish book of all beginnings!

Pastor Richie Litonjua

December 28th, 2008, Pastor Richie helped us prepare for the new year by challenging our "Passion for God", through the book of Nehemiah.

Pastor Paul Bergmann

December 21st, 2008, Pastor Paul completes his series, "The Seven Oy's of Jesus".