Current Sermon Series

Afterlife

2008-03-07T14:02:00.002-05:00

What happens after we die? What happens when this body breaks down and gives up the ghost?

Is there an eternity? a heaven? a hell?

Hear stories from real people who have seen the other side.

Find out what God's word says about the afterlife, and what we can do in this life to prepare for life in the next.

Starting Easter Weekend, March 22 and 23.

Plugged In

2008-03-07T14:00:00.001-05:00

If you've ever wondered what Open Arms is all about, Plugged In will answer your questions.

For three weeks, Open Arms will talk about the three things that make us tick...

Community Through Cell Groups
Celebration through Corporate Worship
Caring through Compassion

Nuts and Bolts of Relationships

2008-03-07T13:55:00.001-05:00

Heart Condition

2008-03-07T13:52:00.002-05:00

Join Open Arms on a journey through the parable of the Four Soils. Are you hearing God? Is your life like a fruitful plant, or a barren field?

The real question to ask is, what's the condition of your heart? Is it hard like a rock, or is it like good soil?

Illuminate

2007-11-27T08:57:00.000-05:00

This holiday season, as the candles and Christmas lights shine on the rooftops and windowsills, their warm glow reminds us that we were meant to "be a light". This five week series will guide us through the concept of being a light.

Week 1: Called to Be a Light
Week 2: Being a Light
Week 3: Light Shines Brightest in Dark Places
Week 4: Shining Your Brightest
Week 5: Many Responses to the Light

Matthew 5:16 You're here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We're going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. If I make you light-bearers, you don't think I'm going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I'm putting you on a light stand. Now that I've put you there on a hilltop, on a light stand—shine! Keep open house; be generous with your lives. By opening up to others, you'll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven.
- The Message

Supernatural: The DARK SIDE of Spirituality

2007-09-25T13:59:00.000-05:00

All it takes is a look at some of the top shows in television right now (Supernatural, Medium, Ghost Whisperer, Charmed, and Ghost Hunters) to see that people find the paranormal and supernatural intriguing.

Everybody has questions about ghosts, psychics, witchcraft, and other paranormal phenomenon. Starting October 6 & 7 Open Arms Community Church will begin a series of messages discussing what God has to say about the supernatural, spirituality, and their role in our lives.

Open Arms Community Church
1289 East Main Street
Bradford, PA 16701

1 Mile North of Wal-Mart

Saturdays - 5:30PM - Sundays - 9:30 & 11:00 AM

If you have questions about your supernatural experience, we've got answers, check out our interactive forum.

Transformers

2007-06-27T08:48:00.000-05:00

With the release of the new Transformers movie, every 10 year old boy, and every 10 year old boy that's grown up is excited about cars and trucks that transform into robots.

At Open Arms, Transformation is big part of our lives.

Jesus never meant for people to be religious, he intends to transform your life and through you the lives of others. This series discusses some of the ways God wants to transform your life and some of the steps you personally take to experience the transformation and share it with others.

R.E.A.L. Men

2007-06-27T08:44:00.000-05:00

Throughout the month of June, Open Arms takes a look at REAL Men. Mike McAvoy uses real life application to make manhood make sense.

REAL Women

2007-05-01T17:37:00.000-05:00

Just in time to celebrate Mother's Day, Open Arms launches a series of messages geared toward women.

Looking at four things that REAL women do to live life to the full, Pastor Mike, with the help of some of the ladies at Open Arms will delve into the secrets of Relationships, Equipping, Attitude, and Leadership.

In a world of Barbie Dolls, Botox and Boob Jobs, it's important to find out what God has to say about keeping it REAL, and how to get the most out of this life we've been given.

Even if you are NOT a woman, there's always truth to be found in scripture for everyone.

The Power of One: Message Notes

2007-04-19T11:10:00.000-05:00

These are the notes for the series THE POWER OF ONE.

Feel free to download them to follow along with the message video/podcast, to help you in further study, or to use to teach others (Go preach them in your church, Bible Study, or work).

The Power of One (Part 1) : The Power of One Part 1

The Power of One (Part 2) : The Power of One Part 2

The Power of One (Part 3) : The Power of One Part 3

The Power of One (Part 4) : The Power of One Part 4

The Power of One

2007-04-04T17:14:00.000-05:00

Can one person make a difference? Can one person change the world?
Find out how Jesus changed the world, and how we can do the same.

Find out more about the Kindness Revolution.

Check out Onekindness.org

Sermon Notes:
The Power of One Part 1

Podcast:
Coming soon

Video:
A Kindness Revolution: HighLights from WESB Interview

Money For Dummmies: A Roadmap to Financial Freedom

2007-03-02T16:24:00.000-05:00

Pastor Mike McAvoy and Financial Advisor Scott Newton Team up to bring you a comprehensive guide for you to get your money under control, so that your money doesn't control you!

Message Notes:
Money for Dummies -Part 1
Money for Dummies Part 2
Money for Dummies Part 3
Money for Dummies Part 4

Podcast:
Money for Dummies: A Roadmap to Financial Freedom Part 1
Money for Dummies: Part 2
Money For Dummies: Part 3
Money for Dummies: Part 4

Relationships for Dummies

2006-10-04T09:07:00.000-05:00

A Reference for the Rest of us.

For four weeks, Open Arms will delve into the inner workings of interpersonal relationships, and give you practical tips to sharpen your relational skills.

Not only will Relationships for Dummies help you relate better with your family and friends, but it will give you truth you can apply to any relationship.
Sermon Notes:
Relationships for Dummies - Part 1
Relationships for Dummies - Part 2 (notes coming soon)
Relationships for Dummies Part 3
Relationships for Dummies -Part 4

Podcast:
Relationships for DUMMIES
Relationships for Dummies part 2
Relationships for Dummies part 3
Relationships for Dummies part 4