News
In this News section of our website you’ll find various stories, updates, and other snippets throughout the year that we want to share with you. Check out some highlights below and check back often for more!
Pastor’s Day Invite 2020
Okoboji Bible Conference Pastor’s Day Tuesday, September 29th We want to encourage and inspire our regional pastors and spouses! Location: Arrowwood Resort in Okoboji Times: 9:30 am to 1:00 pm (Lunch included) Stick around for Optional Golf at Brooks Golf Course in the afternoon. A special rate is being given for Pastors Day. You can…
Read MoreRevised 2020 Conference Schedule
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Read MoreAdult Community Change
2020 is a Year of Change Two of our Communities were rescheduled. The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective with Lisa Vischer and Renovation of the Heart with Ryan Harmon will both take place next year. In their place are the great communities listed below. Communities happen weekdays from 10:30 to 11:45. Due to COVID and social…
Read MoreConference 2020 Frequently Asked Questions
Friends, We look forward to gathering a few weeks for Conference 2020 both in person and online! Given all the adjustments to Conference this year a list of Frequently Asked Questions is below. Have more questions? Reach out to our office 712.332.2883! -Jon Will masks be required at Conference? Masks/Face coverings will be highly encouraged…
Read MorePre-Conference Letter and Schedule
Hello Friends, Please click the link below to view or download the pre-conference letter and schedule. OBC20_8.5×11-Letter-digital (2) Blessings!
Read MoreThe Space
Dear OBCM Family and Friends, Below is a post that I shared on my personal Facebook Page. It shares a bit of my story. I shared it when I shared Phil Vischer’s recent viral video on Race in America that stemmed from a class that Phil and Rob Vischer taught here in Okoboji three summers…
Read MoreConference 2020 Decision Annoucement
Below is the script to the video —- June 1 Conference Announcement Here we are on June 1st. I told you that today we would be announcing a decision for Conference this summer. As you know nothing in the last few months has been typical. The good news is that in close consultation with our…
Read MoreConference 2020 Planning Update
Friends and Family of OBCM, Our annual gathering for the Okoboji Bible Conference is a rhythm of faith and family for many every summer. The global pandemic and corresponding government, state and local responses have brought our annual gathering into question this August. I wanted to give you an update on our plans relating to…
Read MoreEncouragement from Kelvin Walker
Thanks to longtime Conference friend, Kelvin Walker, for encouraging us amidst COVID-19. Lean in to what new thing God might be doing.
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