Keep Growing

Continued growth is always part of following Jesus. Christianity is not a religion where you believe once, agree once, and then coast through life on that entry-level experience. Discipleship is a life-long journey of growing in our knowledge and experience. When we keep learning more about the Scriptures, experiencing the power of the Holy Spirit, and engaging in community, our faith becomes more personal, powerful, and peaceful. 

As we grow, we discover the living and active nature of our faith. God’s design is that we live in an ongoing state of reliance and communication with him. We are created not just to worship Him, but to live in relationship with him. Our closest relationships are typically the ones that receive most of our time and attention. The same is true with our faith. As we spend time with God in Scripture, prayer, study, service, and community, we grow closer to him. The closer we are, the more we reflect his character and align our lives with his kingdom. 

When we engage in a growing faith, it’s not just for us, but also for others around us. A growing believer is a one who is discovering and using their gifts to build up the church, encourage other believers, and is a witness to the word. As God pours knowledge and experience into us, we can’t help but share it with others as it overflows into our speech and actions. 

At Christian Chapel, we hope every believer is growing in their faith. We don’t want to build a crowd; we want to build a community of growing believers! There are opportunities throughout every week for every age to grow in their knowledge and experience of faith. Sunday morning worship experiences, HomeGroups, Wednesday discipleship groups, Chapel Youth, Chapel Kids and so many other events are designed to connect us to God and each other in a living, active, and growing faith!

Chris Dow

Lead Pastor

Eileen and her husband, Dave, have spent their lives following God’s call to the nations. They met at Christ for the Nations, though each had sensed a call to missions long before they met. Three months after marrying, they stepped into that call—first by visiting and supporting missionaries who were smuggling Bibles into Czechoslovakia. Soon after, they moved with their young family to Poland, where they served as church planters and youth workers. Later, they spent twelve years in India, helping to empower women, train pastors, and support education for children from the Dalit (“untouchable”) community.

From there, God opened doors in South Africa, where Eileen led outreach to women in prostitution, offering dignity, community, and a path to freedom through Christ. Whether in Europe, Asia, or Africa, the heart of their ministry has always been the same: meeting people where they are and pointing them toward the hope of Jesus.

Today, that calling continues here in Tulsa. Through International Student Ministries (ISM), Eileen comes alongside international students at TU, OU, OSU, and NSU. Every week, she and other volunteers share meals, lead English clubs, and simply provide friendship to students far from home. Many of these students arrive curious about faith, with over 40 percent indicating they would like to talk with someone about Jesus when they sign up with ISM. Through this community, students from all over the world are hearing about Christ in a safe and relational way.

When asked why she serves, Eileen’s answer is simple: “The world has come to Tulsa. God has brought the nations to our doorstep, and what an opportunity we have to share His love.”

ISM always needs volunteers who are willing to build friendships, serve meals, and welcome international students. If you would like to learn more, please contact Eileen at eileen.kadlec@om.org.

If you see Eileen or Dave at church, ask them about their missions stories. They are fascinating and inspiring. God has used and continues to use this couple in a mighty way.

https://ism.world/ 

Upcoming events with ISM:

• Free International Lunch at TU every Friday 12:00-1:00

• Pumpkin Painting women's event Oct 18th, TU campus  1:00-3:00

• ISM volunteer training Nov. 2nd  12:30-2:30 (lunch provided)

• Bon fire and picnic Nov. 8th

• Progressive Christmas dinner Dec. 6th

• Game Nights

• English Clubs

• Discovery Bible Studies