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Beeston Oasis Christian Centre
An Elim Pentecostal Church
Welcome to the Oasis Christian Centre, Beeston Website! We trust that you will find it informative and helpful.
We are here to serve and minister to you as we seek to fulfil our mission statement "To Be A Safe Place In The Community For The Community."
If you have a prayer request please click here.
May you have a fruitful day!
With every good wish,
Pastor Nigel
May The Lord Jesus Christ bless you.
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Summer 08 From The Pastor's Desk......
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It is with a great deal of joy, and a huge sense of anticipation that we are able to announce that we are appointing Ryan Gibson as Assistant Pastor.
Ryan is married to Vicky. They are in their mid twenties.
Ryan's Induction Service will be held at Oasis Christian Centre, Willoughby Street, Beeston on Sunday 7th September 2008 at 10.30am.
Rev Nigel Tween, a member of Elim Pentecostal Church's National Leadership Team and Director of Training, will be preaching.
Please pray for us all as we enter this period of transition and anticipation.
Details of forthcoming events are available from the Diary page.
Have a great Summer journeying with Jesus!!
Pastor Nigel
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Photos
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For the photos of the Summer Singalong 2008 please go the Gallery under Events 2008 - Can you guess who it is in the Gorilla Suit????
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May 08 From the Pastor's Desk
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On Sunday 4th May we welcome back Simon Foulds, Regional Director for the Bible Society. Our children and young people, in particular, have worked hard to raise money for Bibles, to be given to Ghanaian Secondary School Students.
We believe in having fun at Oasis!!! On Saturday 17th May, 7.15pm - 10ish, we are holding a Barn Dance. If you would like to come then, whilst we still have some, e-mail us to reserve a ticket using our contact form.
We are thrilled to rejoice with Pastor Steve Taylor, for whom, along with thousands of others, we have been praying. After treatment he has been given the 'All Clear' from Poems Syndrome. Praise The Lord!!!!
Pastor Nigel
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April 2008 From The Pastor's Desk......................
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We are living in exciting days of opportunity at the Oasis Christian Centre, Beeston!!!
On Sunday 6th April our children and young people are holding a Shoe Shine and Car Cleaning morning to raise funds for the purchase of Bibles, through The Bible Society, for Secondary aged children in Ghana, at a cost of £2 each. There is a real enthusiasm to make a difference!!
LF8 are taking the Morning Celebration on Sunday 27th April 2008.
Some of you, who attended Oasis as few years ago may remember Linda Chan. She has just married Daniel.
Locally - we are purchasing a house for an Assistant Pastor - everything is going through the legal processes and, as a fellowship, we are praying regarding an appointment.
With every good wish,
Pastor Nigel
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March 2008 From The Pastor's Desk.............
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As Easter approaches we are declaring The Truth that Jesus died; was buried and rose again on the third day. He is alive!!!
We had a visit from Simon Foulds of the Bible Society who shared a vision to give every young person in Secondary School in Ghana a Bible - at a cost of £2 per Bible. Many in our Junior Church were greatly moved by what they saw and heard. So, after the Sunday 9th Morning Communion Service they served tea; coffee & cakes - for a donation.
After Sunday 16th All Age Worship Service we are holding a fellowship lunch - donations again being taken to help fund Bibles. We are determined to, literally, spread The Word this Easter!!!
On Easter Sunday you are welcome to join us for breakfast at 9.30am. We have one service - our Morning Celebration 10.30am at which we will joyfully declare that Jesus is alive!!! Wherever you are this Easter make sure you celebrate this Truth too.
There are new sermons in our Gallery
With every good wish - Pastor Nigel
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February 2008 From The Pastor's Desk..............
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HOPE 2008 continues to be our message to Beeston and the nations! We held a morning of fellowship and have raised nearly £700 which will be forwarded to Pastor Irorakpur in Nigeria, through Elim's International offices to rebuild their church, which was recently burnt down.
We have just heard that Timerhi Elim in Guyana has just completed their extension! Congratulations Timerhi!!!
Colossians 1:27b "Christ in you, The Hope of Glory!" Let's continue to carry, express and declare The Glory & Presence of Christ!!!
With every good wish,
Pastor Nigel
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January 2008 from the Pastor's Desk
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Happy New Year!!!! May God richly bless you throughout this coming year as each of us seek to make 2008 great!! Our theme at Oasis for the year is "Hope 08".
We serve a great God of Hope and have the wonderful privilege of sharing that hope with our world.
Every Blessing - Pastor Nigel
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Present Surprise!!
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Visit Beeston on Saturday 15th December!!
Our church will be open for you to come along and see our walk-through 'Present Surprise'. Are you weary and loaded down with presents? Have a rest! Have a coffee or cup of tea and the kids can colour and see Santa while you relax and renew your strength!!
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Christmas 2007 From The Pastor's Desk.....
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On behalf of the Leadership, Members and Friends I wish you God's Richest Blessing for this Christmastime and New Year!!!
For all of us this is a busy time of year. We are seeking to make the most of every opportunity to spread the Good News about Jesus, through our Christmas Outreaches and Celebrations. Click Here to pre-view the diary.
Our theme for the coming year is "Hope 2008!!" We are joining together with churches locally and nationally with this evangelistic strategy.
The Lord Bless you!!!
With every good wish
Pastor Nigel
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From the Pastor's Desk (November 2007) ............
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We had a very busy and fruitful October - as you can see in the Gallery!
November is a busy and strategic time in the life of the local area of Beeston, Chilwell, infact for Nottingham.
We covet your prayers.
The Tram Enquiry begins this month, with the decision being made public in early 2008.
Also this month the Local Council begins to conclude the deliberations regarding Beestons Town Centre development.
On Thursday 22 November, at 7.30pm, we host the "Hope 2008" Celebration as we join with the local churches and look forward to some integrated evangelistic outreaches.
Details of our Monthly Diary can be found Here.
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From The Pastor's Desk.......................
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We are looking forward to a very busy month ahead with many opportunities for fellowship and outreach together with the support of different charities and ministries.
Please come along and join with us for any of these specials or for our weekly outreaches. You will always be made very welcome!!
We are looking forward to renewing fellowship with returning students and meeting new students in the coming weeks. If you are coming to Nottingham to study please pay us a visit!
Our Student Lunch is being served after the morning service on 21st October - please come along - to book for the free meal please Click here and leave us a message
Pastor Nigel recommences "The Equipping Station" on Sunday evening 6th October using John Maxwell's Leader Mandate material. The evening begins at 6pm with Praise and Worship. We are grateful to John for his vision and generosity in providing this excellent material.
The Oasis' diary is beginning to fill up for the coming months. For Full details see The Dairy.
We are looking forward to the visit of John Bowyer, Manchester United Football Club Chaplain. You are welcome to join him for a Jacket Pototo & Refreshments - 7.30pm on Saturday 6th October - just contact our Administrator, Sharon Asquith, Click here and leave a message or telephone the church office (0115) 925 5463 to assure yourself of a place - Admission Free!
On Thursday 11th October at 7.30pm to 9pm we have Eti Horesh from Israel who will sing accompanied by her husband Yaacov on piano. Free entry.
On Thursday 18th October we are hosting a Fashion Show in aid of "Forget Me Notts", at 7.30pm. Just come along - tickets will be £2.50 at the door.
Nia is with us on Thursday 25th October at 7pm as part of her "Cappucino Girls Tour" so come along for Coffee and Dessert with Nia. Click Here and leave a message to be assured of a place - admission free!
We are looking forward to all that The Lord will do in this coming season.
God Bless You!!!
Pastor Nigel
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From The Pastor's Desk...............
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We are entering the summer holiday period with the schools being broken up and the University year ended.
During the summer, from Sunday 29th July through to Sunday 2nd September, inclusive, we are meeting for Morning Celebrations only. We resume evening services "The Equipping Station" on Sunday 9th September, 6pm, with the first of a two part message "Being Culturally Aware." This will be given by Olu Ojedokun, who is a Regional Director for Friends International.
Please click here for details of Services and forthcoming events.
If you are taking a break during the summer our prayer for you is that you will be spiritually, physically, mentally and emotionally refreshed!!
With every good wish - Pastor Nigel
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From The Pastor's Desk..........
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July is always a fluid month, in the sense that there is always plenty of coming and going, with students leaving us for the Summer break or moving on permanently.
We seek to maximise every opportunity!!!
On Saturday 21st we are taking part in Beeston's Carnival portraying Noah and the Ark - this is no reflection on recent weather!! Nor a prophecy for the weather yet to come!!!
After the Morning Celebration on 1st July we are serving cake, coffee and tea as part of Multiple Sclerosis "Bake A Cake Week" - donations going to the M.S. Society.
For details regarding preaching please click onto the Diary page.
On Sunday 8th July we have as our special guests Tony & Ursula Wilson, Elim Missionaries to Thailand, whom we support as a fellowship financially on a monthly basis.
During the month we will welcome back Rachel Haigh as she completes her Gap Year with World Horizons.
Congratulations to the Chaplaincy Team and management of East Midlands Airport. The official opening of their new Prayer Room takes place at 10am on 18th July.
From Sunday 29th July through to 2nd September (inclusive) we are closing the evening Celebrations for the Summer period. Re-starting on Sunday 9th with a two part message from Olu Ojedokun at "The Equipping Station" entitled "Being Culturally Aware."
For all those students awaiting their results we are praying for you!!!
With every good wish
Pastor Nigel
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From The Pastor's Desk
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Pastors Nigel Yates and Trevor Partington had a great trip to Guyana!! They have safely returned!!!
It began with watching the World Cup Cricket Final in Barbados - in the airport - because their flight was delayed.
They travelled to many outlying districts - by speed boats; slow boats; ferry. Across the Berbice river (to Hampshire) across the Demerrara river (to Santa Mission) across the Essquibo river (to Devonshire Castle) and again (to Bonasika Creek).
They travelled by road to many churches in Georgetown and the outlying districts receiving wonderful hospitality, in this beautiful country, from their wonderful people.
It was a thrill to attend, and minister at, The National Convention and The National Conference of the Elim Pentecostal Churches in Guyana.
Pastor Nigel was bitten 33 times by mosquitos!
To hear more - come on Sunday 10th June at 6pm to their 'Guyanese Experience'.
For all Sunday services in June check out the Diary page.
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From The Pastor's Desk.......
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The Oasis has always had a heart for International Missions. Rachel Haigh continues to serve The Lord in France, with World Horizons, during her gap year.
On Saturday 28th April Pastor Nigel flies out, with Pastor Trevor Partington, to minister at the Elim Convention, Churches and Bible School of Elim Guyana, South America. Details of their Itinery are listed below. We would appreciate your prayers for a powerful move of The Holy Spirit!!
Guyanese Itinery of Pastors Nigel & Trevor
28th April: Arrival
29th April: General Convention
30th April: Settle In
1st May: Annual Conference
2nd May: Meet Ex. Co. Refine Itinerary
3rd May: Essequibo Region: Devonshire Castle View (a.m)
Parika: Ministry (p.m)
4th May: Essequibo Region: Bonasika: Visit and
Ministry
5th May: ECD/Berbise Region: Success Church
6th May: ECD/Berbise Region: Fellowship,
Acceptance of Foulis (a.m.)
ECD/G Town Region: Timeri Church (p.m.)
7th May: Bible School: Michael Sammy
8th May: Bible School: Michael Sammy
9th May: EBD/GTown Region: North East Church
10th May: EBD/GTown Region: Agricola Church
11th May: Rest and Review
12th May: Departure
Bob Rideout is helping to co-ordinate an Elim Missions Project - A Sponsored Cycle in Israel. For more details see Missions Page.
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From the Pastor's Desk...........................
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Bob Rideout is now back from his Missions Trip to Thailand. You can find details by clicking on International Missions. Photographs can be found in the Gallery under 'Other Activities' - 'International Missions'.
On Sunday 25th March and April 1st Pastor Trevor and Christine Partington are with us. Trevor is preaching at the Celebrations.
On Sunday 8th April we are celebrating Jesus' Resurrection with Communion at 10.30am. There is no evening Celebration.
Richard and Caroline are getting married on Saturday 14th April at 2pm.
John & Irene celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversity on that day too with a service at 6pm.
Mark & Mo Mulley, and Friends, are taking the All Age Worship Service on Sunday 15th April. The theme is "Facing Your Giants".
Pastor Nigel is attending the Elim Pentecostal Church National Conference, which commences on 15th April - 20th April, at Minehead.
Pastor Nigel and Trevor Partington fly to Guyana, on a Missions Trip, visiting Elim Churches and the Bible College in Georgetown, on Saturday 28th April. Returning on 13th May.
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From the Pastor's Desk.....
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On Sunday Evening, 18th February, 6pm, we commence "THE EQUIPPING STATION !!"
Over the past 18 months Pastor Nigel has been attending Dr. John C. Maxwell's "Million Leader Mandate" series of teachingsin Birmingham. Believing that everyone of us has Influence, and therefore leads and affects peoples lives, we will be adapting these teachings to help develop our personal and corporate walk with God. "To prepare ourselves for works of service."
The Kesher Course re-commences this Wednesday, 14th February, 7pm - 9.15pm. This Course looks at the Jewish Roots of our Christian Faith.
LF8, our Seniors in Junior Church, are preparing to take the Sunday Morning Celebration on 4th March, 10.30am.
Special Sports Event : "GO FOR IT !!" is being held at the Oasis, commencing at 6pm......Baked Potatoes with various fillings.....sports of differing kinds will be set up in different areas around our building......open to all ages and abilities.....Everyone Welcome !!!!!!
Pastor Nigel has now booked his tickets to travel to minister in Guyana, South America...28th April - 12th May 2007
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Shoebiz Appeal Update
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A Big Thankyou to everyone who helped to collect 375 pairs of shoes, along with
Chilwell & Attenborough Scouts, for the Blue Peter Shoebiz Appeal. This total has
purchased a bicycle for a Community Worker and a first-aid kit for orphans in Malawi.
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Welcome to the website of the Oasis Christian Centre, Beeston!!
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Pastor Nigel, the Leadership, Members and Friends are praying for you to have a Healthy, Fruitful, Joyful and Peaceful New Year!!!
The theme for this year at Oasis is:-
"Oh Earth As It Is In Heaven Throughout 2007!!"
You can see the sermon notes for Sunday 7th January, introducing the theme by clicking on "sermons".
On Sunday 28th January we commence a new morning series entitled "Prayers of Jesus".
On Sunday evening 18th February we commence "The Equipping Station, 6pm - 7pm......details to follow!!
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With Christmas approaching...
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Oasis has joined up with the First Chilwell and Attenborough Cubs to help with Blue Peter's Shoe Biz Appeal, supporting orphans in Malawi. Please donate any clean unwanted footwear in reasonable condition. Please tie them together with string or elastic bands before donating.
Also keep in mind that our Christmas day offering will be donated to the charity Shelter. In this country one in every seven children suffer homelessness or bad housing. Please give all you can to help.
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Welcome to the brand new Oasis site!
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Welcome to the new site! Feel free to look around and leave any feedback using the contact form.
With Christmas approaching, we've put together a list of all the activities that will be going on throughout December - take a look in the diary here.
Enjoy the new site!
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