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.

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.

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Care Pastor

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

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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

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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

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

Wildwood Students Intern

Cici assists in planning out the Student Ministry at Wildwood.

Family:  Parents and 2 brothers

Education:  Enrolled at OCCC

On staff since:  2021

One thing you love about Wildwood: Wildwood’s dedication to preaching from scripture! I remember a student pastor telling me if I don’t open my Bible during a message it should be a warning sign about the teaching and I rarely don’t open my Bible at Wildwood! It assures me that what is being said is true because it is from God’s word.

Listening to: The Beatles, John Mayer, COIN, Maverick City, Chris Renzema

Hobbies: Music (Playing, listening to, writing), Anything art, Bullet Journaling, Coding, Reading, and making bread.

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 (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 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 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

This ministry dedicated to serving the administration and teachers who work tirelessly to teach and love on students of Kennedy Elementary. The goal is to encourage and show the love of Christ to these teachers through Scripture and appreciation gifts.

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

Baptist Collegiate Ministry is a Christian organization on OU’s campus. Their goal to is help students know, love, and glorify God. They do this through small groups, Bible study, and leadership training.

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

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 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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

Food and Shelter for Friends is a multi-faced program that hundreds of men, women, and children rely on for daily nutrition. Their mission is to give families a better life by providing access to their food pantry and shelter assistance.

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

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.

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.

Elementary Director

Lessye oversees the elementary programs on Sunday mornings.

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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.