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Wildwood Community Church

1501 24th Ave. NE Norman, OK 73071

(405-329-3939)

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Sunday Morning Worship Times

8:30 am Worship Service

9:45 am Worship Service & Livestream

11:00 am Worship Service

J.S. & J.S.

Reaching out to residents of a large city in the Middle East.

Chris & Anna Pratt

Living in Orlando, FL and providing leadership for Cru, including the “Destino project” which seeks to mobilize Latinos for missions.

Zac & Jennifer Malthaner

Church planting with an emphasis on evangelism and discipleship in Amealco, Mexico (northwest of Mexico City) with Avant Ministries.

Chris & Laurie Goree

Serving with Apollos Training International. They help to develop biblically-sound, contextually responsive training solutions for the advancement and health of the global church. With the goal to see healthy global churches and ministries led by well-equipped pastors and teachers.

John & Shannon Fitzgerald

Serving in Virginia where John provides leadership to the military ministry of the Navigators.

Craig Combs

Serving with VISA (Visiting International Students Assistance) at OU.

Phil & Marianne Chain

Serving in various locations with Mexico Missions, which they founded. Their focus is evangelism, church planting, and pastor training.

David & Jill Brown

Providing counseling and pastoral care for workers with The Navigators. The Browns reside in Colorado Springs, CO.

Kevin & Becca Bradford

Residing in Norman with ongoing ministry in Brazil with Commission to Every Nation (CTEN). There they seek to mobilize Brazilian Christians and local churches to embrace missions, and train leaders in partnership with Dallas Theological Seminary.

Jeff B.

Living in Orlando, FL, and serving with the Jesus Film division of Cru. Jeff helps equip hundreds of staff and others with the latest resources as they share the Gospel with others worldwide.

K.W.

Serving with Pioneers in Eastern Europe and reaching out to non-Christians with the Good News.

Talis Talbergs

Founder and director of Latvian Christian Radio (LKR).

Jacob & Karina Starnes

Serving with Stoneworks International in Romania with a focus on church planting among ethnic Hungarians.

Richard & Yolanda Oliveira

Richard serves as the director for the Word of Life Bible Institute in Hungary, where Yolanda also teaches.

K.M.

Serving as a team leader with Pioneers in Eastern Europe.

Kermit & Cheryl H.

Serving in France with Greenhouse in Paris with a focus on the evangelism of French in a culturally relevant manner.

Matt & Elizabeth B.

Evangelizing and discipling university students in northern Italy with Cru.

J.W. & A.W.

Leading an effort to start campus ministries in East Asia with Cru.

M.L.

Evangelizing and discipling young people in Japan.

Chris & Evie Jones

Serving with Ethnos360 in Papua New Guinea among the Pei tribe. While the entire family shines as the light of Jesus in pointing people to the Gospel, Chris is also engaged in translating the Scriptures into the native language.

S.H. & C.H.

Serving in the Middle East with a non-profit while engaging in Bible translation and outreach.

R.F. & H.F.

Coordinating Bible translation for minority peoples in Asia.

R.E. & M.E.

Serving in West Asia as the business administrator for an exportation company and seeking to evangelize their neighbors and friends.

A. C.

Evangelizing and discipling university students in West Asia with Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ).

Hitched

Hitched Group

Who: Open to engaged couples & young married couples

What: Study of Galatians

When: 11:00 am

Where: Room 2 downstairs

Leaders: Russell & Whitney Hollingsworth, Matt & Tana Schuermann, and David & Sharra Williams

Merge

Merge

Who: Open to young adults ages 18-30 (singles and couples)

What: Study of 1 & 2 Timothy

When: 8:30 am

Where: Room 4 downstairs

Leader: Craig Frisby

For more information on our Young Adult ministry click HERE

S.A.L.T.

SALT Group (Sharing And Learning Together)

Who: Open to adults of all ages (singles and couples)

What: Study of Galatians

When: 9:45 am

Where: Room 3 downstairs

Leaders: John & Susan Storm

Girls Night

Girls Night: Twice a year we gather all the girls, middle school and high school, to connect with each other through worship and teaching.

Guys Night

Guys Night: Each semester we gather the 6th – 12th grades for…..FIRE, FOOTBALL, & FONDUE.

*some of all of these things may or may not be happen at Guys Night.

WS MISSION TRIPS

Mission Trips: We offer both domestic and international mission trips for our Middle
school and High School Students each summer. We have traveled to Mexico, Nicaragua,
Denver CO, and Kansas City.

Dates and information regarding Mission Trips are released as registration becomes
available

HS RETREAT

High School Retreat, all high schoolers are invited to join us this FALL at for a weekend of community, fun, learning, and hanging out.

GREATNIGHTS

GREATNIGHTS is our largest middle school event of the year, it is the perfect event for your 6th – 8th grader to invite friends and build lasting memories with peers.

DNOW

DNOW is our SPRING weekend, in-town retreat. Each year we create a space for students
to unplug from the busyness of the semester and reset their focus on Christ. We bring in a
band, a speaker, and have an army of volunteers to help make worship, small groups, learning,
growing, and fun happen Friday night, all day Saturday, and Sunday morning.

WHO: 6th – 12th grade
WHEN: February 24th-26th, 2023

DNOW 2023 – Wildwood Students

DNOW 2023 Host Home

CAMP

CAMP is one of our favorite events of the year and we see the LORD do incredible things in students’ lives every year. Each Summer we create time for students to get away and reset their focus on Christ. We bring in a band, a speaker, REC competitions, & Late Nites like Tacky Prom and Gender Games.

WHO: Students who have finished 6th – 12th grade
WHEN: Mid-July

Studies for All Adults

Studies for All Adults

New year … new budget?  Many of us are beginning the new year thinking through financial adjustments to our plans.  How are those plans being shaped by perspective from God’s Word? 

Join Pastor Mark Robinson for a 5 week topical study entitled “Joyful Generosity:  Stewardship Principles from His Word for our Wallet.”  This study seeks to grow our stewardship through better understanding of what God says about finances in the New Testament. 

Join us from 6-7PM in the Worship Center on Wednesday nights from January 11 – February 8.

Topical Studies

Topical Studies Group 

Who: Open to adults of all ages (singles and couples)

What: Study of 1 & 2 Thessalonians & Titus

When: 9:45 am

Where: Room 1 downstairs

Leaders: Jeff Harwell and Dave Sabatini

Starting Point

Starting Point

Wildwood Church encourages membership through Starting Point. This class is also the first step to take if you want to get connected, lead a small group, or simply know more about Wildwood. You’ll hear our core doctrines & mission, discover ministry & serving opportunities, and receive a copy of our membership covenant to review. The next session begins January 22, 2023, at 9:45 am in Room 4 downstairs, and will meet for 4 consecutive Sundays. No registration is required. Just show up! We’d love to meet you!

Ciera Gregory

Student Ministry Associate

Ciera assists and supports the High School and Middle School ministries at Wildwood.

 

To contact Ciera, click here

Family:  Dylan (Husband)

Education:  Associates in Public Relations

On staff since:  August 2016

One thing you love about Wildwood:  The people.

Listening to: Needtobreathe

Favorite book: Anything by Jen Wilkin 

Favorite movie: You’ve Got Mail

One thing you might not know about Ciera:  I have been at Wildwood since I was born and met my husband in middle school ministry at Wildwood, this place is our home/family!

Tyler Maynes

Facilities Assistant

Tyler assists the Facilities Director in maintaining and improving our building.

 

Family:

Education: 

On staff since:  September 2022

One thing you love about Wildwood:

Something you might not know about me: 

Hobbies:

Myles Chandler

Pastoral Intern

Myles supports Senior Pastor, Mark Robinson.

 

Family: Mom, Dad and older brother

Education:  Senior at OU

On staff since:  September 2022

One thing you love about Wildwood: How personal and intimate everyone is.

Something you might not know about me: I am pursuing fluency in Spanish so that I might be more useful to the lord to reach Spanish-speaking people in my community.

Hobbies: Golf, Working Out, Reading, Spanish, studying the Word of God

Erin Gawne

College Life Intern

Erin assists in mentoring, planning, & supervising College Life at Wildwood.

 

Family:

Education:  Senior at OU

On staff since:  September 2022

One thing you love about Wildwood: The desire and push for you to get plugged in and serve with the spiritual gifts you have.

Something you might not know about me: I’ve been skydiving.

Hobbies: Reading, meeting people for coffee, traveling

Lauren Blashock

Wildwood Students Intern

Lauren helps plan events and promote growth within Widwood Students!

 

Family:

Education: Sophomore at OU

On staff since:  September 2022

One thing you love about Wildwood: I love the community. Throughout my entire life I have always felt so loved and cared for here.

Something you might not know about me: I’m dying to buy myself a Golden Retriever.

Hobbies: I love wedding videography and cooking/baking!

Jacob Wood

Wildwood Students Intern

Caden assists in facilitating student ministry programming with the Student Ministry team at Wildwood.

 

Family:

Education: Student at OU

On staff since:  June 2022

One thing you love about Wildwood: The Community.

Favorite book/movies: The Screwtape Letters, Whiplash

Hobbies: Sports, reading, watching movies, & legos

Naomi Reyes

Local Outreach Director

Naomi facilitates the church’s outreach in our community.

To contact Naomi, click here

 

Family: Married to Matthew and together they have three children: Abby, Jacob, and Robby

Education: BA in Public Relations with a minor in Business Administration from Baylor University, MS in Journalism from Texas A&M University

On staff since: June 2017

One thing you love about Wildwood: I love that Wildwood is Gospel-centered and that our heart as a church is to follow Jesus together for the glory of God.

Listening to: Shane & Shane, The Bible Recap podcast

Favorite movie: The Sandlot

Hobbies: Running, reading, and traveling

Favorite book besides the Bible: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah & The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom

You might not know about me: I love summer camp! Matthew and I met as counselors at Sky Ranch in Van, TX the summer after our sophomore year in college.

 

Click here to learn more about Local Outreach

Lead a Group

Lead a Group

Small groups are an integral part of what we do as a church. They are groups of 6-16 people who gather regularly for the purpose of spiritual growth and community, consisting of fellowship, prayer, and the conversational study of God’s Word. Wildwood offers personalized training and resources to new small group leaders. Click HERE for information videos on leading a Small Group at Wildwood

FIRST STEPS FOR NEW SMALL GROUP LEADERS:

  • Find a co-leader
  • Set a season for meeting (fall, spring, etc.)
  • Determine a meeting rhythm (weekly or every other week)
  • Set start date, time, location
  • Plan fellowship, study, and prayer times
  • Invite others

CURRICULUM OPTIONS:

  • Sermon Questions at pastormarkrobinson.com
  • LifeGuide Bible Studies
  • LifeChange Bible Study Series
  • RightNow Media (Free access for Wildwood small group leaders)

If you are interested in starting a group, or if you would like to schedule training, please contact Wildwood’s adult ministry team at adultministry@wildwoodchurch.org.

Bible Study Fellowship

Bible Study Fellowship (BSF)

Both a men’s group and a women’s group are hosted at Wildwood on Thursday evenings, Sept. 15 – May 11, 2022.  This year’s BSF study is “People of the Promise: Kingdom Divided.” Find group details and register at join.bsfinternational.org

G.I.F.T.

GIFT Group (Growing In Faith Together)

Who: Open to adults of all ages (singles and couples)

What: Study of Romans

When: 11:00 am

Where: Room 3 downstairs

Leaders: Kevin Bradford & Phil Kemp

Merge Small Groups

Merge Small Groups are environments of 6-16 young adults in their twenties or thirties gathering regularly for the purpose of spiritual growth within community. Groups fellowship, pray, study God’s word, and basically “live life” together in Christ. 

The day, time, and frequency groups meet vary. Our groups meet on different nights during the week. They either meet twice a month or once weekly at a time and location convenient to group members.  

If you’re interested in joining one of our existing Merge small groups or starting a new Merge small group, fill out our small group form. 

https://wildwood.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/254/responses/new

MIDWEEK

(6th – 12th grade)

Wednesdays 6-7:30 pm for Middle School & 7:30-9 pm for High School, starting September 14th | Teaching, Games, & Community

Sundays

(6th – 12th grade)

9:45 am & 11 am | Teaching & Fellowship

Merge: Young Adults

MERGE:  Wildwood’s Young Adult Ministry

Wildwood is FOR young adults following Jesus together to the glory of God. Adults in their twenties and thirties come from varying life phases. Merge exists to create a place for young adults to merge together, for connection, worship, service, and biblical study within the multigenerational church. Click HERE to learn more.

Howdy Form

If this is your first time joining us for worship, click HERE to fill out our Howdy form.

Giving

We would love to have you join us in giving to what the Lord is doing through Wildwood in Norman and around the world. Click HERE to partner with us financially.

Prayer Request/Praises

Let us know how we can be praying for you this week. It is an honor to bring our burdens before the Lord. Prayer requests & Praises can be submitted to our Pastors privately by clicking HERE

RightNow Media

RightNow Media

RightNow Media is a streaming library of more than 20,000 Bible study videos for both adults and children. As a leader or member of a Wildwood Church group, you may request access to our church’s RightNow Media account by emailing adultministry@wildwoodchurch.org with your name, email address, and the name of your Wildwood group.

For more information about RightNow Media, visit rightnowmedia.org.

Join a Group

Join a Group

Small groups are an integral part of what we do as a church. They are groups of 6-16 people who gather regularly for the purpose of spiritual growth and community, consisting of fellowship, prayer, and the conversational study of God’s Word. New groups typically form in Aug./Sept. and Jan./Feb. Please complete the following Small Group Signup Form if you are interested in joining a small group, and an adult ministry staff member will contact you.

Foundations

Foundations Group

Who: Open to both married and single parents of young children

What: Study of Topics Related to Parenting

When: 11:00 am

Where: Room 4 downstairs

Family Fellowship

Family Fellowship Group

Who: Open to adults of all ages (singles and couples)

What: Study of Exodus

When: 11:00 am

Where: Room 1 downstairs

Leaders: John & Lori Abernethy

Homebuilders

Homebuilders Group

Who: Primarily parents of elementary-age students

What: Study in Romans

When: 9:45 am

Where: Room 2 downstairs

Leaders: Stan & Cheryl Schuermann

Financial Peace University

Financial Peace University (FPU) is a nine-week class on money. Dave Ramsey (via video) and his teaching team will walk through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future, and much more! Details and registration for the next FPU session hosted at Wildwood in January 2023 will be posted here when available.

Legacy (adults 55+)

Legacy (adults 55+)

Legacy is Wildwood’s 55+ connection ministry. Its focus is to encourage Legacy adults in connecting people to Christ through worship, community, and mission. The group also gathers at noon on the 2nd Wednesday of each month for a luncheon. Those 55+ are invited to reconnect with friends and enjoy a meal. The lunch costs $5 per person to help cover food costs, and reservations are required. Sign up at the church welcome desk or by clicking this link: Legacy Luncheon SignUp

Anna's Friends

Anna’s Friends (widowed women)

Anna’s Friends Group desires to unite widowed women in a fellowship of love, laughter, friendship, and support. The group meets monthly for Bible study and social events. For more information, contact Wildwood Church at (405) 329-3939.

Studies for Men

Men’s Bible Study

wildwoodchurch.org/men-study

Studies for Women

Studies for Women

Women’s Bible Studies and The Well

wildwoodchurch.org/wow

Discipleship Network

DISCIPLESHIP NETWORK

We are so blessed to be apart of a multi-generational church! Godly adults consistently lead discipleship groups of 1-3 students, actively helping students use their life to glorify God. These groups create meaningful, authentic, Christ-centered relationships that provide accountability, confession, and guidance. Mentors set an example for what spiritual multiplication and gospel-centered discipleship looks like, modeling how to pour into the next generation and younger students.

https://wildwood.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/185/responses/new

Do I have to be an OU student to participate in a group?

Do I have to be an OU student to participate in a group?

No. Our vision is for every college student at Wildwood to be a part of a small group bible study. While our groups do meet on-campus at OU, they are open to all students. We would love to get you plugged in to one of our groups no matter where you attend classes.

How do I join the leadership team?

How do I join the leadership team?

Each Spring, we open up our application for a year-long leadership commitment to a specific team within College Life. This is open to Sophomores-Grad Students that are actively following Jesus and have a passion to build God’s kingdom. We would love to talk to you more about applying for our Events, Worship, Bible Study Hosts, Service, Care, and Sunday Morning teams. In the first few weeks of Fall and Spring, we also open up sign-ups for our Sunday Morning Team to all students (including Freshmen)!

What is the best way to stay up to date with College Life?

What is the best way to stay up to date with College Life?

Follow us on Instagram @wildwoodcollege for the most updated information! We also have a GroupMe with more opportunities for spontaneous events and announcements, such as tennis nights and lunch after church plans! Check out our LinkTree for all the current links!

You are always invited!

What are some other ways to get connected to Wildwood Church?

What are some other ways to get connected to Wildwood Church?

Beyond Sundays at Wildwood and College Ministry events, there are so many ways to jump into community at Wildwood! College students are encouraged to serve in any area of the church, join our teams that volunteer in the community, and participate in any adult opportunities. (https://wildwoodchurch.org/adult/)

What does a typical Sunday look like?

What does a typical Sunday look like?

We have a time specifically for college students to gather together at 9:45 am in Room 5, downstairs. Every week we eat breakfast, drink coffee, listen to Bible teaching, and discuss around round tables. We encourage students to worship with our church family at our Main Service at 11 am after College Life.

What does a typical Bible Study look like?

What does a typical Bible Study look like?

Weekly Bible Studies meet in students’ homes, led by a young adult, studying a book of the Bible alongside 5-12 students. We do not merely discuss the Scriptures but learn how to read our Bibles, understand its meaning, and actively apply it to our lives. Teaching and discussion last 1.5ish hours, with host homes encouraging students to come early and stay late to participate in closer community, games, and getting to know each other deeper!

Launch

LAUNCH

To help launch you into the Great Commission wherever you are called, we have compiled a document of trusted opportunities. Through research and interviews, this resource lists local and abroad, short-term and long-term ministry opportunities alongside helpful answers to common questions.
We are FOR the nations and follow Jesus into ministry and missions wherever we are.

COMING SOON: Check back August 2022!

Bible Studies

Bible Studies

One of the ways we follow Jesus is into His Word. We believe that environments in which college students can go deep into the Word of God are not only important but necessary for spiritual transformation. God uses his Word by the power of His Spirit to change his disciples (2 Tim 3:16, Rom 12:2, Eph 4:22-24). Weekly Bible Studies meet in students’ homes, led by a young adult, studying a book of the Bible alongside 5-12 students. We do not merely discuss the Scriptures, but we learn how to read our Bibles, understand its meaning, and actively apply it to our lives.

https://wildwood.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/240/responses/new

Sunday College Life

Sunday College Life

We invite all college-aged adults (17-25) to Room 5 for community, teaching, and discussion. Every week at 9:45am we sit around round tables to eat breakfast, drink coffee, listen to Bible teaching, and discuss. We encourage students to worship with our church family at our Main Service at 11am after College Life.

Bruce A. Hess

Teaching Pastor

Bruce teaches on Sundays and in other venues, leads Latvian missions, assists with adult ministry and global outreach, plus provides leadership on theological issues facing the church today. He has also served for 26 years on the national speaker team for the Weekend to Remember Marriage Getaways by Family Life.

To contact Bruce, click here

Family:  Janet (wife) and four grown kids – Rebekah (Nick), Emily, Kyle (Brittany), and Jennifer (Zac) – plus six grandsons, Aiden, Landen, Lincoln, Noah, Hunter, Luke, and two granddaughters, Kinsey and Summer.

Education:  BA in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Nebraska, Master of Theology in New Testament and Greek from Dallas Theological Seminary.

On staff since:  1979

Personal webpage: brucehess.com   Many of Bruce’s messages are available to be streamed, downloaded, or read via transcription.

One thing you love about Wildwood:  Great blend of folks who are committed to know, honor, and follow Jesus! I highly value the tremendous privilege of teaching God’s Word at Wildwood for four decades.

Listening to:  Mostly mid 60s oldies, along with Chris Tomlin & Matt Redman

You might not know ______ about Bruce: Bruce’s messages have been broadcast for 24 years (in the Latvian language) twice weekly on Latvian Christian Radio in the nation of Latvia. Also, there are internet listeners in the UK, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Spain, Germany, Czech Republic, Russia, Canada, Australia, and the USA. God is simply amazing!

Hobbies: College sports, especially football and basketball. Root most intensely for my alma mater and the Sooners. Follow the Thunder, Kansas City Chiefs, and Dallas Cowboys.

Madeline Berryhill

Adult Ministry Intern

Madeline works to build a Young Adult ministry at Wildwood with the support of the Adult ministry team.

 

Family: Husband: Colson, Son: Chandler, Dogs: Duke and Dakota

Education: Bachelor’s degree, major: organizational communication and minor in nonprofit management from OU

On staff since:  June 2022

One thing you love about Wildwood: Being a part of a multigenerational body of believers and our commitment to preaching the truth of God’s word.

Favorite Book/movie: The Lucky One, The Freedom of Self Forgetfulness
American Sniper, She’s the Man, August Rush

Hobbies: Cycling, reading, baking, scrapbooking

Mary Anderson

Adult Ministry Assistant

 

Family: Husband, Doug and children

On staff since:  2022

Chanae Abernethy

Chanae Abernethy

Chanae cultivates environments where College Students can be discipled, equipped, and sent to live on mission on their campus, in their community, and across the world.

Family: Husband, Chris

Education: OU Grad

On staff since: May 2021

Listening to: Vance Joy, Maverick City Worship, The Porch, Bible Project

One thing she loves about Wildwood: I immediately felt the sense of family when I started getting plugged in. I have been amazed by the passionate people here doing life for Jesus, understanding God’s word, and praising Him together! I also love our emphasis on “For the Nations” and God’s heart for all people!

Something you might not know about me: Sand volleyball, hiking, walks & coffee, and seeing new places

 

Bridges
The mission of Bridges of Norman is to empower high school students in family crisis to pursue education without obstacles. The goal of the Bridges program is to assist students by removing barriers to graduation, which includes help with food, clothing, shelter, and medical needs. The students also receive counseling in life skills and have advocates to help them graduate.  Volunteer opportunities include teaching life skills classes, serving as mentors or tutors, driving students to appointments, office help, providing items for the food pantry, and helping with events or other projects.  For more information about Bridges of Norman, visit https://bridgesnorman.org/ 

If you would like more information about how you can get involved, please email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org

Food & Shelter for Friends

Food & Shelter is a local organization with a simple mission: To feed those who are hungry and wrap our arms around the lost and alone, helping them find their way back home.  The services provided are the most basic needs of a human being: food & shelter.  A team from Wildwood serves lunch monthly at Food & Shelter and we would love to have you serve with us.

For more information about this ministry and how you can get involved, please visit foodandshelterinc.org or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.

Care Portal

Many churches and foster/adopt ministries want to do more, but simply lack the connection to vulnerable and isolated families in their community. CarePortal is a ministry that seeks to connect churches with the needs of families right in our own community. These needs, as identified by a social service worker, are passed onto the church through a database housed at careportal.org.

If you would like to sign up to receive notifications of needs when they arise, you can sign up here:
https://system.careportal.org/group/careportal-dhs-response-team/93055?kiosk=2d60d6c0-09ef-4537-9cb1-028e6dc3fa8e or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.
Lindsey Henley

Office Administrative Assistant

Lindsey oversees the daily financial transactions and communications for Wildwood.

 

To contact Lindsey, click here

Family: Aaron (husband) and 3 sons

On staff since: 2017

One thing you love about Wildwood: The people!

Favorite book besides the Bible: To Kill a Mockingbird or ANYTHING by Christine Caine

One thing you might not know about me: My grandmother and mother were both church secretaries.

Hobbies:Watching my boys play sports and game nights with friends and family

John Abernethy

Care Pastor

John cares for the members of Wildwood through counseling and referrals, hospital visitation and follows up with those in need.

 

To contact John, click here

Family:  Lori (wife) and children Chris, Elizabeth, and Anna

Education:  BA Communication University of Oklahoma, Master’s of Theology and a Doctorate of Ministry from Dallas Theological Seminary

On staff since:  2001

One Thing I love about Wildwood:  Our church family is eager to grow in their relationship with Christ and one another and to serve, love and encourage those around them.

Listening to:  KLove and Air1, mixed in with music from movies, a bit of country and whatever my teenage kids want me to sample 🙂

You might not know ______ about John:  He proposed to Lori in the old Worship Center downstairs at Wildwood.

Hobbies:  Being with Lori and the kids, coaching soccer, teaching and fishing

 

Click Here to learn more about the Care Ministry

Click Here to learn more about Campouts and Retreats

Braden Middleton

Facilities Assistant

Braden assists the Facilities Director in maintaining and improving our building.

 

Family:

Education: Studying to be an Architectural Engineer

On staff since: June 2019

One thing you love about Wildwood: I love the consistency of their biblical views and solid leadership. Wildwood is centered on biblical truth and doesn’t get divisive on opinionated subject matter.

Listening to: Tears for Fears, Stevie Ray Vaughn, ZZ Top, U2, Toto, Queen

Hobbies: Board games with friends, reading, and drumming

Hannah Gaines

Children’s Ministry Intern

Hannah assists the children’s ministry team in weekly activities involving teaching, facilitating classes, and organizing curriculum.

 

Family:  Parents and brother

Education:  Enrolled at OU

On staff since:  2021

One thing you love about Wildwood: The people! They are so kind and welcoming.

Favorite movie: Lilo & Stitch

Hobbies:  Traveling, Baking, Puzzles, and spending time with family and friends

Melanie McCollum

Children’s Ministry Director of Communication & Guest Services

Melanie manages administrative tasks and communications for Children’s Ministry, as well as oversees the Welcome Team and the Impact 5 program.

 

To contact Melanie, click here.

Family:  (husband) and three daughters:

Education: 

On staff since:  March 2021

Hobbies: 

Favorite books: 

Something you might not know about Melanie:

StuMo

StuMo (Student Mobilization) is a ministry focused on building spiritual leaders for Christ from college campuses all over the world. Their passion is to help young men and women embrace their faith and grow as spiritual leaders for future generations and to equip them to live for Christ wherever they may go.

For more information about StuMo and how you can get involved, please visit pioneerstumo.org or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.

CRU

CRU (Campus Crusade for Christ) is a Christian parachurch organization that was originally geared towards college students. Their mission is to win, build, and send believers who will multiply their faith in others. Since its founding, Cru has expanded its focus to include adults and even high school students.

For more information about CRU and how you can get involved, please visit cru.org or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.

Creation Care

Creation Care is a group at Wildwood dedicated to being good stewards of God’s creation. We created the group at Wildwood to increase awareness of environmental sustainability at the church through recommendations and actions regarding recycling, energy efficiency, education, and more.

If you are interested in assisting with these efforts, please email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org

Salvation Army

Salvation Army is a part of the Christian church that has an impact all over the world. This ministry is motivated by the love of God and its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

For more information about this ministry and how you can get involved, please visit salvationarmyusa.org or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org

Mission Norman

Mission Norman is a non-profit corporation organized and operated to minister to a hurting world, particularly to persons who are homeless, by providing transitional housing, clothing, food, counseling, and other services as a ministry founded upon and carried out for the love of God and His son, Jesus Christ. Each year Wildwood partners with other churches and Mission Norman to bring Christmas to those in our community who need some extra support. For more information on the Mission Norman Christmas Shoppe, click here – wildwoodchurch.org/missionnorman

For more information about Mission Norman and how you can get involved, please visit missionnorman.org or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.

YoungLife

YoungLife is a ministry that strives to provide life-changing experiences while preparing kids for a life-long relationship with Christ and a love for His word, His mission, and the local church. YoungLife introduces adolescents to Jesus Christ by helping them grow in their faith by meeting in groups at high schools, college campuses, and summer camps.

For more information about YoungLife and how you can get involved, please visit norman.younglife.org or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.

Search Ministries

The purpose of Search Ministries is to provide a safe place to ask life’s big questions. By developing authentic relationships built around these questions, they offer honest answers and initiate meaningful conversations. Their mission is simple: inviting adults to take the next step toward God and our vision is big: every adult in every city invited to know and share Jesus.

For more information about this ministry and how you can get involved, please visit searchnational.org or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.

Navigators

Navigators is a ministry that shares the gospel of Jesus and helps people grow by creating spiritual generations of believers. Its purpose is the discipline of Christians with a particular emphasis on enabling them to share their faith with others. Through Life-to-Life® relationships, The Navigators discipleship fulfills the message of 2 Timothy 2:2: “And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses, entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others (NIV).”

For more information about this ministry and how you can get involved, please visit navigators.org or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.

Moore Faith Medical Clinic

Moore Faith Medical Clinic provides faith-based free medical care and prescriptions to the uninsured and underserved in our area. The organization focuses on loving and serving the community while recognizing the God-given dignity of each human life. Are you a medical provider who could volunteer your talents? Would you enjoy greeting patients or assisting with clerical tasks? How about providing a meal for the medical professionals who often come to the Clinic directly from their regular jobs?

For more information about this ministry and how you can get involved, please visit moorefaithclinic.org or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.

Hi Neighbor! Block Parties

Wildwood is for our community, one neighbor at a time, and we’re here to support you as you reach out to yours! Our Hi Neighbor! Block Party Trailer is a one of a kind trailer outfitted with popcorn and sno cone machine, yard games, music, and much more. Hi, Neighbor! hosts are even provided with planning tips, checklists, promotion materials, and a gift card for food and supplies. You’ll have everything you need to throw the best block party your guests have ever attended, and it’s completely free! We hope you’ll sign up to host a block party on your street, in your home, or at your neighborhood park today!

For more information, email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org or click here to make a block party reservation.

Grace Home

Wildwood is proud to support Grace Home, a ministry home that provides a place for young mothers who find themselves alone and pregnant with few options to continue their pregnancies. The goal of this ministry is to provide a safe haven to expectant mothers with prenatal care, good nutrition, and exercise.

For more information about Grace Home and how you can get involved, please visit gracehomeok.org or email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.

Christian Pen Pals

Christian Pen Pals is a secure letter writing ministry which offers encouragement, guidance, and Christian friendship to incarcerated individuals through correspondence. Most of the inmates who are reaching out for a pen pal are already Christian, curious about Christianity, or just looking for a positive friendship. Your letters can make a difference in their lives for eternity.

For more information about this ministry and how you can get involved, please email outreach@wildwoodchurch.org.

Abe Mahner

Student Pastor

As the Student Pastor, Abe serves the community of Wildwood through overseeing our Student ministry to 6th – 12th graders.

 

To contact Abe, click here

Family: Korie (wife) and daughter Eleanor

Education:  Bachelors in Human Services from Washburn University & Mdiv from Midwestern Theological Seminary

On staff since: November 2018

Favorite Book besides the Bible: Celebration of Discipline by Richard Foster

Hobbies: Playing basketball, board games, building things! 

 

Click Here to learn more about Student Ministry (6-12 grade)

Kevin Choate

College Pastor

Kevin serves the community of Wildwood through overseeing our College Students.

 

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Family: Wife, Carley

On staff since: April 2019

Education: MTS at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary & BA in Communication at the University of Oklahoma 

Favorite Movie:  Star Wars, La La Land, Dead Poets Society

Hobbies: Reading, spending time with my wife and friends, watching OKC Thunder or OU, playing board games or video games

Click Here to learn more about College Ministry at Wildwood.

Brooke Harrison

Children’s Pastor

Brooke directs the Children’s Ministry Team.

 

To contact Brooke, click here.

Family:  JT (husband) and kids, Mabry, Harper, Hazel, & Henry

Education:  Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Oklahoma

On staff since:  2011

Hobbies: Spending time with JT & my 4 kids; traveling and shopping.

Something you might not know about Brooke: My first “job” was running “Brooke’s Playschool” out of my parent’s garage when I was in 4th & 5th grade.

Click here to learn more about Wildwood’s Children’s Ministry

Mark Robinson

Senior Pastor

To contact Pastor Mark, click here

Family:  Kimberly (wife), and son, Joshua

Education:  Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from University of Oklahoma, Doctor of Ministry and Master of Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary,

On staff since:  January 2001

One thing you love about Wildwood:  I love the people at Wildwood.

Listening to: Shane & Shane, Keith & Kristyn Getty

Favorite movie:  Les Miserables

Hobbies:  Following OU athletics and the NBA

 

Click Here to Read Pastor Mark’s Blog
Jolie Williams

Early Childhood Director

Jolie oversees children in nursery, toddler, and preschool ministries on Sunday mornings.

 

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Family:  Husband – Greg; Sons – Isaac and Hudson

Education:  Bachelor of Science in Nursing from East Texas Baptist University

On staff since:  September 2017

Hobbies:  Running my kids to their activities, running, and reading.

Favorite movie:  Little Women

You might not know about me: I love pens and paper calendars. My favorite day is when I get to put all of the dates for a new year into my new calendar.

 

Herschel Thompson

Church Administrator

Herschel helps Wildwood pursue excellence in being faithful stewards of all that God has blessed us with. This includes HR, finances, facility, communication, and the church office team.

 

To contact Herschel, click here

Family:  Alison & 4 kids (boy in college & 3 ballerinas)

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, with a minor in Communication, from the University of Oklahoma.

On staff since: October 2016

One thing you love about Wildwood: I love the long term faithfulness of staff and volunteers pursuing God together like the Bereans.

Listening to: This is Wildwood, Freakonomics, Coldplay channel on pandora

Favorite movie: Braveheart & Elf

Hobbies: Uber for my kids, hiking, cycling, and swimming

Lessye Cam

Elementary Director

Lessye oversees the elementary programs on Sunday mornings.

 

To contact Lessye, click here

Family: Michael (husband), Zoey, Addison, and Delaney (daughters)

Education: Bachelor of Science from the University of Oklahoma in Health & Exercise Science

On staff since:  November 2015

Hobbies:  Family time, exploring nature, staying active, listening to podcasts, drinking coffee

Favorite Movie:  Home Alone

One thing you might not know about Lessye: I’m very competitive and love a good board game.

 

Melanie Gladhill

Mid-Week Ministries Director

Melanie oversees Awana programming and Thursday morning childcare.

 

To contact Melanie, click here.

Family: Zac (husband) and daughter Parker and son Hayes

Education: BBA in Management Information Systems from University of Oklahoma

On Staff Since: 2013

Hobbies: Reading, running, home projects, going to the lake, spending time with my family and friends

Favorite Book: Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

Something you might not know about Melanie: She has run 5 marathons and 10 half-marathons!

Emily Grave

Special Needs Director

Emily serves and leads our special needs ministry for children.

 

To contact Emily, click here.

Family: Perry (husband), Cooper and Asher (sons)

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Family Development from Oklahoma Baptist University

On Staff Since:  May 2019

Hobbies:  Playing w/my boys, tennis, watching sports

Favorite Movie: Titanic

Something you may not know about Emily:  She loves to dance and make people laugh!

 

Jen Cochell

Adult Administrative Assistant

Jen assists & supports Adult Ministry at Wildwood.

 

To contact Jen, click here

Family: My husband Chad and I have been married 13 years and have been blessed with 2 boys, Keaton & Nolan

Education: BS in Elementary Education from the University of Oklahoma

On staff since: 2017

One thing you love about Wildwood: The community and support Wildwood has brought to our family!

Listening to: Lauren Daigle and Hillsong

Favorite movie: You’ve Got Mail

Hobbies: I love taking walks, hiking, traveling and watching my boys in the activities/sports they are involved with.

Favorite book besides the Bible: A recent favorite is Seamless by Angie Smith

You might not know about me: I taught dance classes for over 18 years and you can still find me in the studio every now and then.

Greg Hill

Worship Pastor

Greg plans and oversees the worship ministry at Wildwood.

 

To contact Greg, click here

Family:  Carolyn (wife) with three kids and grandkids.

Education:  OU graduate

On staff since:  2003

One thing you love about Wildwood:  People’s heart for serving others and the Lord.

Listening to:  Classic rock, acoustic, jazz, choral, pop, soundtracks…

Favorite book beside the Bible:  Knowing God by J.I. Packer

Hobbies:  Astronomy

 

Click Here to contact Greg about Worship and A/V team

Sherri Smittle

Adult Ministry Administrative Associate

Sherri provides organizational support to adult ministries.

 
To contact Sherri, click here

Family:  Bryan (husband) and daughter, Taylor & son, Josh.

On Staff Since:  June 2019

One thing you love about Wildwood:  The culture of building one another up in Christ!

Hobbies:  Reading and board games

Brian Hayes

Pastor of Adult Ministries

Brian serves Wildwood by overseeing our assimilation ministries and adult ministry groups.

 

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Family: Pam (wife) and three kids: Logan, Reagan, and Alex

Education:  BA in Commercial Art from Southwest Baptist University and MA in Christian Education from Dallas Theological Seminary

On staff since:  2009

Hobbies:  Hunting & fishing

Favorite Movie:  Sandlot

Listening to:  St. Louis Cardinal baseball game

Favorite book besides the Bible:  My Utmost For His Highest, Oswald Chambers

 

Click Here to learn more about Adult Ministry

Kevin Bradford

Global Outreach Director

Kevin serves the community of Wildwood through providing leadership to our global outreach.

 

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Family:  Becca (wife) and they have 3 children (Hannah, Sarah, and Christopher)

Education:  Undergraduate degree from OU, two Master’s degrees from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry from Trinity International University.

On staff since:  2013 (previously a Wildwood missionary in Brazil for 20+ years)

One Thing I love about Wildwood:  There are not many “sacred” traditions—so many people are committed to glorifying God and making changes as He leads them.

Listening to:  Brad Paisley, Avalon, Michael W. Smith, Hillsong United, Tchaikovsky, and random vocalists with great pipes.

You might not know ______ about Kevin:  He moved across the street so he could walk to the church!

Hobbies:  Hanging out with our kids and other internationals, traveling, Texas Rangers baseball, board games

 

Click here to learn more about Global Outreach

Garry Krueger

Facilities Director

Garry maintains and upgrades Wildwood’s facility.

 

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Family: Wife, Linda and grown sons Brad (& Chelsie) and Mark.  His grandchildren: Aubrey, Bradley and Emery.

On staff since: 2013

One thing you love about Wildwood: The community of the Pastoral and Support Staff

Listening to: Christian talk radio

Hobbies: Hunting and fishing, any outdoor activities

You might not know about me: I retired from GM after 24 years.

Rebekah Key

Ministry Assistant

Rebekah serves as a ministry connection & facility resource coordinator, and also as an assistant to Pastor Bruce Hess

 

To contact Rebekah, click here

Family:  Nick (husband) and 3 kids (Aiden, Landon, and Kinsey)

Education:  Rose State & OU

On Staff Since: 2000

One thing you love about Wildwood:  The Biblical teaching & the people!

Listening To:  Air 1

Hobbies:  Hanging out with family