7201 W Britton Road
Metropolitan Events
Below you'll find all scheduled events for the upcoming 30 days at Metropolitan Baptist Church. Use the filter to the left to get more specific information, or use the full calendar and browse the coming months. If an event is missing or in error, please contact the webmaster.
Sunday Morning Programs
Sunday, September 07 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
TRADITIONAL SERVICE (8:30am in the Sanctuary):
The service consists of congregational hymns and special music accompanied by an orchestra and choir, followed by a message by one of our pastors or a guest speaker.
SUNDAY SCHOOL HOUR (9:45am-10:45am):
There are a wide variety of Sunday School classes to choose from, as well as programs for students and children.
CONTEMPORARY SERVICE (11:00am in the Sanctuary):
The service consists of contemporary music led by the praise band, followed by a message by one of our pastors or a guest speaker.
Children's Church
Sunday, September 07 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
CHILDREN’S CHURCH IS AN EXCITING TIME of learning and fun for children first through fifth grades. During the first worship service the children sit with their families and are escorted to Children's Church just before the morning message. Children who attend the second service are escorted to Children's Church directly after Sunday school.
4-Week Elective Sunday School Classes Begin September 7
Sunday, September 07 9:45 AM
Beginning September 7 during the Sunday School hour: “Just Walk Across the Room,” led by Charles Mooney in room FLC 223-224. “How We Got Our Bible,” led by Ron Wilkins in room FLC 225. If you are interested in being a part of either class, please call the church office at 722-2550.
Espresso Self
Sunday, September 07 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Every Sunday, come fellowship with other young adults from 9:45am–10:45am in FLC #220-222. Enjoy music, food and conversation with others your age over a hot beverage with a coffee house ambiance. If you attend the 8:30am worship service – join us after the service is over. Those of you who attend the 11:00am service, come join us before Sunday School begins.
Next Level
Sunday, September 07 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
"Next Level" is worship for Students, both Middle School and High School, and meets upstairs in the Family Life Center.
Student Music
Sunday, September 07 11:00 AM
Rehearsals for Middle School and High School students will be on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month at 11:00 a.m. in the Choir Room. Students who normally attend the 11:00 service are asked to attend the 8:30 service on those days.
Sunday Evening Programs
Sunday, September 07 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday Evening Programs begin at 6:00pm. There are programs for Children, Students, and Adults. Please visit the events section to find out more information.
Singles' Sunday Night Study begins September 7
Sunday, September 07 6:00 PM
“Mount St. Helens: Explosive Evidence for Catastrophe” and “Incredible Creatures That Defy Evolution” are two of the video titles, from the Institute for Creation Research, which will be discussed at SNL this Fall. This study is held in Trudy Hoffsommer's home.
Financial Peace University
Sunday, September 07 6:00 PM
Have you ever wondered where your money is being spent? Do you hate the thought of creating a budget, let alone using one? How are you with credit cards? Do you know how to improve your credit report? For the average person, it seems that we spend more than we make and the idea of using a budget or even giving up a credit card can be a nightmare. If you fall in to this category, what about going through Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University this fall at MBC? No matter what your level of understanding of money might be, you will learn something that can help you in everyday life.
The class begins Sunday, September 7. We will be using the new, updated curriculum.
Cafe Metro on Sunday Nights
Sunday, September 07 6:00 PM
STUDENTS! On Sunday nights, all youth meet at 6:00 p.m. upstairs in the Metro Café for food, fun and fellowship. Bring a friend!
Middle & High School Wednesday Night Activities
Wednesday, September 10 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
ON WEDNESDAY NIGHTS at 6:30pm, middle school and high school students get together for fellowship, musical worship, and a short message. Then they break into adult-led Discipleship Groups (D-Groups), which challenge the students to grow deeper in their faith. For further information, contact Pastor Casey Oliver or Matt Menhennett.
Wednesday Evening Programs
Wednesday, September 10 6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday Evening Programs begin at 6:45pm. There are programs for Children, Students, and Adults. Please visit the events section to find out more information.
DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K)
Wednesday, September 10 6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
This Christ-centered program, for children (ages 5-12) struggling with the hurt and pain of divorce and separation, will begin a new class on Wednesday, August 20, 6:45 - 8:15 p.m. in FLC #132. This 13-week series is designed to give children the tools to develop healthier relationships within their own families and to give each child of divorce hope for the future. Through the use of dramas, videos, music, puppets, stories, fun games and activities, children will learn to process the breakup of their once intact family, which will help them live happier, healthier lives in the future.
Weekly Prayer Group
Thursday, September 11 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Please join us for prayer on Thursdays from 12:00-12:30 p.m. in Room 123 as we pray for our families, cities, state, nation, and our leaders at every level. This will be a come-and-go time as your schedule permits until the elections.
Women's Retreat
Friday, September 12
When: September 12 & 13, 2008
Where: NCED Conference Center & Hotel
2801 E. Highway 9 Norman, OK 73071
Cost: Each room has One Queen Size Bed
$105—Sharing a bed
$135—Single room
Our Speaker: Angie Tingle
For more information, please see the Metropolitan Times
Paintball!
Saturday, September 13 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Meet at the Church Saturday morning September 13th at 7:30am to go test each other's skills in the paintball courses at Dodge City Paintball. We will be back at the church by 1pm. Please bring $40 to cover your gun rental and paint for the day.
Vehicle Maintenance Group Free Maintenance Day
Saturday, September 13 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Vehicle Maintenance Group offers free light maintenance today. They meet the second Saturday of every month from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon. They are located on the NW corner of the MBC campus in the green garage building. They can do "LIGHT" maintenance such as oil changes, light bulbs, some fan belts and other simple projects. You supply the parts-they supply the labor. They can also do an inspection, advise you of problems and recommend solutions. This service is great for those who are not mechanically inclined, want to save money, or need unbiased diagnostics of problems.
Sunday Morning Programs
Sunday, September 14 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
TRADITIONAL SERVICE (8:30am in the Sanctuary):
The service consists of congregational hymns and special music accompanied by an orchestra and choir, followed by a message by one of our pastors or a guest speaker.
SUNDAY SCHOOL HOUR (9:45am-10:45am):
There are a wide variety of Sunday School classes to choose from, as well as programs for students and children.
CONTEMPORARY SERVICE (11:00am in the Sanctuary):
The service consists of contemporary music led by the praise band, followed by a message by one of our pastors or a guest speaker.
Children's Church
Sunday, September 14 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
CHILDREN’S CHURCH IS AN EXCITING TIME of learning and fun for children first through fifth grades. During the first worship service the children sit with their families and are escorted to Children's Church just before the morning message. Children who attend the second service are escorted to Children's Church directly after Sunday school.
Next Level
Sunday, September 14 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
"Next Level" is worship for Students, both Middle School and High School, and meets upstairs in the Family Life Center.
Espresso Self
Sunday, September 14 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Every Sunday, come fellowship with other young adults from 9:45am–10:45am in FLC #220-222. Enjoy music, food and conversation with others your age over a hot beverage with a coffee house ambiance. If you attend the 8:30am worship service – join us after the service is over. Those of you who attend the 11:00am service, come join us before Sunday School begins.
Cafe Metro on Sunday Nights
Sunday, September 14 6:00 PM
STUDENTS! On Sunday nights, all youth meet at 6:00 p.m. upstairs in the Metro Café for food, fun and fellowship. Bring a friend!
Sunday Evening Programs
Sunday, September 14 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday Evening Programs begin at 6:00pm. There are programs for Children, Students, and Adults. Please visit the events section to find out more information.
MOPS Meetings to Resume September 16th
Tuesday, September 16 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
This year the MOPS International theme is “Adventures in Mothering.” It is our hope that all Mothers of Preschoolers would grasp “how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ” (Ephesians 3:18). Our first meeting is Tuesday, September 16, from 9:15-11:30 a.m. Cyndi Schatzman will be sharing about her own “Adventures in Mothering”.
With a new year of MOPS comes a new Steering Committee, including four ladies from Metropolitan: Julie Oxford, Tosha Tutt, Shari Wile and Sarah Williamson. It is so exciting to be working together planning our upcoming year! We want to invite all Mothers of Pre-schoolers (from infant to kindergarten) to come join us this year.
Tribal Night (Middle School)
Wednesday, September 17 6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
6th-8th Graders will encounter "Tribal Night" on Wednesday, September 17 from 6:45-8:15 p.m. in the Metro Cafe.
Come dressed like a crazy tribal warrior, and win some great prizes. This is an outreach event, so please bring your unchurched friends.
DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K)
Wednesday, September 17 6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
This Christ-centered program, for children (ages 5-12) struggling with the hurt and pain of divorce and separation, will begin a new class on Wednesday, August 20, 6:45 - 8:15 p.m. in FLC #132. This 13-week series is designed to give children the tools to develop healthier relationships within their own families and to give each child of divorce hope for the future. Through the use of dramas, videos, music, puppets, stories, fun games and activities, children will learn to process the breakup of their once intact family, which will help them live happier, healthier lives in the future.
Student Ministries Calendar 2008-2009
Thursday, September 18
Download the full 2008-2009 Student Ministries Calendar right HERE!
Baptismal Service
Sunday, September 21
If you would like to follow the Lord in the ordinance of baptism, September 21 has been set aside for this occasion. Please contact the church office (722-2550) and let one of our pastors know of your desire to participate.
Children's Church
Sunday, September 21 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
CHILDREN’S CHURCH IS AN EXCITING TIME of learning and fun for children first through fifth grades. During the first worship service the children sit with their families and are escorted to Children's Church just before the morning message. Children who attend the second service are escorted to Children's Church directly after Sunday school.
Sunday Morning Programs
Sunday, September 21 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
TRADITIONAL SERVICE (8:30am in the Sanctuary):
The service consists of congregational hymns and special music accompanied by an orchestra and choir, followed by a message by one of our pastors or a guest speaker.
SUNDAY SCHOOL HOUR (9:45am-10:45am):
There are a wide variety of Sunday School classes to choose from, as well as programs for students and children.
CONTEMPORARY SERVICE (11:00am in the Sanctuary):
The service consists of contemporary music led by the praise band, followed by a message by one of our pastors or a guest speaker.
Espresso Self
Sunday, September 21 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Every Sunday, come fellowship with other young adults from 9:45am–10:45am in FLC #220-222. Enjoy music, food and conversation with others your age over a hot beverage with a coffee house ambiance. If you attend the 8:30am worship service – join us after the service is over. Those of you who attend the 11:00am service, come join us before Sunday School begins.
Next Level
Sunday, September 21 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
"Next Level" is worship for Students, both Middle School and High School, and meets upstairs in the Family Life Center.
Sunday Evening Programs
Sunday, September 21 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday Evening Programs begin at 6:00pm. There are programs for Children, Students, and Adults. Please visit the events section to find out more information.
Cafe Metro on Sunday Nights
Sunday, September 21 6:00 PM
STUDENTS! On Sunday nights, all youth meet at 6:00 p.m. upstairs in the Metro Café for food, fun and fellowship. Bring a friend!
See You at the Pole
Wednesday, September 24 7:00 AM
Get to school early for "See You At The Pole" on Wednesday, September 24. Join other believers in prayer for your friends, fellow classmates and teachers. Ask God to move in their hearts and lives and bring them to Christ. Pray that God will make you an effective witness for Him this year among your peers. The effective prayer of a righteous [student] can accomplish much. (James 5:16 NAS )
Middle & High School Wednesday Night Activities
Wednesday, September 24 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
ON WEDNESDAY NIGHTS at 6:30pm, middle school and high school students get together for fellowship, musical worship, and a short message. Then they break into adult-led Discipleship Groups (D-Groups), which challenge the students to grow deeper in their faith. For further information, contact Pastor Casey Oliver or Matt Menhennett.
Wednesday Evening Programs
Wednesday, September 24 6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday Evening Programs begin at 6:45pm. There are programs for Children, Students, and Adults. Please visit the events section to find out more information.
DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K)
Wednesday, September 24 6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
This Christ-centered program, for children (ages 5-12) struggling with the hurt and pain of divorce and separation, will begin a new class on Wednesday, August 20, 6:45 - 8:15 p.m. in FLC #132. This 13-week series is designed to give children the tools to develop healthier relationships within their own families and to give each child of divorce hope for the future. Through the use of dramas, videos, music, puppets, stories, fun games and activities, children will learn to process the breakup of their once intact family, which will help them live happier, healthier lives in the future.
Missions Festival 2008 - "Find Lost People"
Sunday, September 28 -- Sunday, October 05
The 2008 Missions Festival will be held September 28 to October 5. This year's theme will be "Find Lost People". For more details please see the Metropolitan Times.
Our guest speakers:
Dr. Craig Ott
Speaking Sunday, September 28
He is Associate Professor of Mission and Intercultural Studies at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois. Dr. Ott has been a church planter in the USA and Germany. He was a missionary in Germany for 21 years and continues to travel internationally with ministry in more than 25 countries. He works hard to establish more effective links between mission agencies, the local church, and seminaries.
Dr. Jim Jeffery
Speaking Sunday, October 5
He is President of Baptist Bible College and Seminary in Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jeffery has a heart to care for and disciple people, and has a vision to encourage them in their pursuit of effectiveness in ministry leadership He leads the mission for the college, graduate school and seminary. He has a pastor’s heart in ministry to the students there, and we will certainly sense that here at Metropolitan.
This Year's Schedule:
Saturday, September 27
8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Continental Prayer Breakfast, FLC #138
Sunday, September 28
8:30/11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m. Dr. Craig Ott, Speaker; All Missionaries Presented
9:45 a.m. Missionaries in Sunday School Classes
12:15 p.m. Missionaries to Lunch with Members
Monday, September 29
Evening Home Dinner Meetings
Tuesday, September 30
Evening Home Dinner Meetings
Wednesday, October 1
6:45 p.m. All-Church Dinner with Missionaries
Thursday, October 2
11:30 a.m. Lunch for attending missionaries with Primetimers, FLC #138
Evening Home Dinner Meetings
Friday, October 3
Evening Home Dinner Meetings
Saturday, October 4
Morning Fellowship Breakfasts with Members
Sunday, October 5
8:30/11:00 a.m. Dr. Jim Jeffery, Speaker; All Missionaries Presented
9:45 a.m. Missionaries in Sunday School Classes
12:15 p.m. Missionaries to Lunch with Members
6:00 p.m. Steve Bryan, Speaker
Children's Church
Sunday, September 28 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
CHILDREN’S CHURCH IS AN EXCITING TIME of learning and fun for children first through fifth grades. During the first worship service the children sit with their families and are escorted to Children's Church just before the morning message. Children who attend the second service are escorted to Children's Church directly after Sunday school.
Sunday Morning Programs
Sunday, September 28 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
TRADITIONAL SERVICE (8:30am in the Sanctuary):
The service consists of congregational hymns and special music accompanied by an orchestra and choir, followed by a message by one of our pastors or a guest speaker.
SUNDAY SCHOOL HOUR (9:45am-10:45am):
There are a wide variety of Sunday School classes to choose from, as well as programs for students and children.
CONTEMPORARY SERVICE (11:00am in the Sanctuary):
The service consists of contemporary music led by the praise band, followed by a message by one of our pastors or a guest speaker.
Next Level
Sunday, September 28 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
"Next Level" is worship for Students, both Middle School and High School, and meets upstairs in the Family Life Center.
Espresso Self
Sunday, September 28 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Every Sunday, come fellowship with other young adults from 9:45am–10:45am in FLC #220-222. Enjoy music, food and conversation with others your age over a hot beverage with a coffee house ambiance. If you attend the 8:30am worship service – join us after the service is over. Those of you who attend the 11:00am service, come join us before Sunday School begins.
Cafe Metro on Sunday Nights
Sunday, September 28 6:00 PM
STUDENTS! On Sunday nights, all youth meet at 6:00 p.m. upstairs in the Metro Café for food, fun and fellowship. Bring a friend!
Ladies' Bible Studies
Wednesday, October 01
Below are the ongoing Ladies' Weekly Bible Studies...
Ladies’ Wednesday Night Bible Study
You Matter More Than You Think
Dr. Leslie Parrott
September 3 — October 29
6:45-8:15 p.m. — Room 111
Cost: $25 (includes book and workbook)
Leader: Joy Heidebrecht
Ladies’ Thursday Morning
Bible Studies
Precept Bible Study—Titus
Kay Arthur
September 4
9:15-11:30 a.m. — Room 113-114
Cost: $9
Leader: Jan Craycraft
What Does Jesus Say About
Happiness? Sermon on the Mount
September 4
9:15-11:30 a.m. — Room 111
Leaders: Karlann Wilks and Mary Lynn Murray
DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K)
Wednesday, October 01 6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
This Christ-centered program, for children (ages 5-12) struggling with the hurt and pain of divorce and separation, will begin a new class on Wednesday, August 20, 6:45 - 8:15 p.m. in FLC #132. This 13-week series is designed to give children the tools to develop healthier relationships within their own families and to give each child of divorce hope for the future. Through the use of dramas, videos, music, puppets, stories, fun games and activities, children will learn to process the breakup of their once intact family, which will help them live happier, healthier lives in the future.
Wednesday Evening Programs
Wednesday, October 01 6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday Evening Programs begin at 6:45pm. There are programs for Children, Students, and Adults. Please visit the events section to find out more information.
Sunday Morning Programs
Sunday, October 05 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
TRADITIONAL SERVICE (8:30am in the Sanctuary):
The service consists of congregational hymns and special music accompanied by an orchestra and choir, followed by a message by one of our pastors or a guest speaker.
SUNDAY SCHOOL HOUR (9:45am-10:45am):
There are a wide variety of Sunday School classes to choose from, as well as programs for students and children.
CONTEMPORARY SERVICE (11:00am in the Sanctuary):
The service consists of contemporary music led by the praise band, followed by a message by one of our pastors or a guest speaker.
Children's Church
Sunday, October 05 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
CHILDREN’S CHURCH IS AN EXCITING TIME of learning and fun for children first through fifth grades. During the first worship service the children sit with their families and are escorted to Children's Church just before the morning message. Children who attend the second service are escorted to Children's Church directly after Sunday school.
Espresso Self
Sunday, October 05 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Every Sunday, come fellowship with other young adults from 9:45am–10:45am in FLC #220-222. Enjoy music, food and conversation with others your age over a hot beverage with a coffee house ambiance. If you attend the 8:30am worship service – join us after the service is over. Those of you who attend the 11:00am service, come join us before Sunday School begins.
Next Level
Sunday, October 05 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
"Next Level" is worship for Students, both Middle School and High School, and meets upstairs in the Family Life Center.
Sunday Evening Programs
Sunday, October 05 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday Evening Programs begin at 6:00pm. There are programs for Children, Students, and Adults. Please visit the events section to find out more information.
Cafe Metro on Sunday Nights
Sunday, October 05 6:00 PM
STUDENTS! On Sunday nights, all youth meet at 6:00 p.m. upstairs in the Metro Café for food, fun and fellowship. Bring a friend!