MISSIONS TEAM
Below are the missionaries that Oaks Bible Church supports financially and more importantly through prayer
Our MISSIONS TEAM led by Pastor Craig is composed of those who have a special heart for missions
Gayle - Jane - Marina - Anna Mae
They choose, support and communicate with our missionaries
THE MISSIONARIES WE SUPPORT
The Vivancos — Mexico
Manuel and Laura, pastor Bethlehem Baptist Church in Chiconautla Mexico an impoverished suburb of Mexico City. They work under the umbrella of United World Mission and have helped grow the church to the largest evangelical voice in their community. Their church has launched satellite churches in surrounding areas. Manuel is also president of region churches of the Mexican Regional Baptist Convention. VIDEO
The Tayler Norris Family — Mozambique
Tayler and Lorin have the following objectives toward the people of Mozambique. They live, minister and raise their four children there.
Language School
Soul-Winning
Discipleship
Church Planting
The Oggs — Papua New Guinea
David and Shari are church planters and Bible translators with Ethnos360 to the Simbari people of Papua New Guinea. We are privileged to help them finish strong in their life-long commitment to help this people group know of Jesus their Savior. BLOG
The Lockwoods — Germany
Ron and Michelle are missionaries living in Germany. Ron aids the Bible translation team specializing in new technology and ways to bring the Word to the people in their own heart language. Michelle is presently an online life coach to those who desire to grow in their leadership skills as Christians.
The Staits — Washington D.C.
John is a former U.S. Senate staff member. As Assistant to the Chaplain, United States Senate, he got involved with helping National Legislators, State Legislators and County Commissioners. He helps them with coming to faith through Prayer Breakfasts. As a Navigator staff he continues those growing efforts. Sandy sings at State Legislator and County Commissioners Conventions. The Staits have made friends at the highest levels of government. DONATE
The Severson Family — Santa Barbara
Colleen, with support from her husband Tod and their sons Caleb, Josiah and Noah are serving the Chi Alpha Campus Ministry at UCSB. Colleen has been serving there for 30 years.
They have a multifaceted ministry as Colleen actively disciples a group of Christian students, they have two bible studies weekly and they work with International students. They meet with this group weekly and plan many activities sharing the love of Jesus. Todd also serves as the Chaplain for the UCSB baseball team.
Child Evangelism Fellowship — Santa Barbara
A Bible-centered, worldwide organization of believers who share the Gospel with children, ages 5-12. The ministry began in 1937, and is the largest evangelistic outreach to children in the world. It is active in every state in the U.S. and in over 175 countries worldwide.
In Santa Barbara CEF sponsors: Good News Club, a 1-1/2-hour after-school program during the school year on school campuses, churches and parks. 5-Day Club, a 3-hour summer club for five weekday mornings (similar to Vacation Bible School) held in churches and open spaces. Each club features a special activity; hiking, LEGOs or soccer.
Trained volunteers use dynamic Bible lessons, songs, and games to share the Gospel in an engaging way. All programs are free. We have a Board of Directors and three staff, Sharon Jegottka, Pamela Van Dyk, and Marina King. Learn more about CEF, our ministries, and prayer needs at cefsantabarbara.org
Dan Gaither — Santa Barbara
Head Chaplain County Jail
The Chaplains provide bibles and other biblical reading sources for the inmates. Pray that all Chaplain services will be restored as soon as it is safe to do so.