Hope in Life is a microchurch centered on encouragement, life skills, and practical hope.
This community walks together through life’s challenges while pointing one another toward healing and purpose.
🗓️ Fridays
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
đź“Ť Open Arms Community Church
Tribe of Lions is a men’s microchurch focused on brotherhood, growth, and real-life discipleship.
Men gather to sharpen one another through faith, service, and shared purpose.
🗓️ Mondays
⏰ 6:30 PM
đź“Ť Downstairs at Open Arms Community Church
June is packed with incredible opportunities to connect, grow, and take your next step at Open Arms Community Church in Bradford, PA! From a brand new teaching series to special guest speakers and community events, there’s something for every age and stage. Here’s a look at what’s ahead:
All month long, we invite you to be part of our new series, Action Required. Each Sunday, you’ll be challenged to move beyond belief and step boldly into a life of practical faith. Bring a friend and come ready to be inspired!
Sunday, June 1 | 6:30 PM | Pleasantville Camp
Join us as we celebrate a sacred milestone—regional leaders will be ordained at the Keystone Annual Conference. Let’s support and pray for these leaders as they step into their calling!
June 17–24
We’re honored to welcome Bishop John and Rev. Pamela Okinda for a full week of ministry. Make plans to join us on Sunday, June 22 when Bishop John will bring a special message to the church family.
June 20–21
Don’t miss this powerful, Spirit-filled weekend! Encounter Weekend is designed to help you discover your calling and take your next step as a disciple-maker. It’s the perfect chance to seek God, connect with others, and grow deeper in faith.
Sunday, June 29 | 10:00 AM | Parking Lot at 71 Congress Street
Worship with us outdoors and stay for a free community lunch immediately following the service. This is a fantastic event to invite your friends, neighbors, and the Bradford community!
Looking for smaller groups or gatherings during the week?
Check out what’s happening this month with our Open Arms Microchurches!
👉 See the full Microchurch June schedule here
We’d love to see you every Sunday at 9AM & 11AM at 71 Congress Street in Bradford, PA. For event details and the latest updates, visit oachurch.com or follow us on social media @openarmsbradford.
This June, discover hope, healing, and purpose at Open Arms Community Church in Bradford, PA—your place to take the next step in your journey of faith.
Looking for real connection, spiritual growth, and a place where you can truly belong? Open Arms Microchurches meet in homes and unique spaces all around Bradford, PA—and there’s a seat at the table for you! Here’s everything happening in June:
No matter who you are, there’s a group for you to plug into this June!
Want to learn more or get connected? Visit openarmscommunitychurch.org/microchurches for all the details and locations.
Find friendship, faith, and a true sense of community at Open Arms Microchurches—part of Open Arms Community Church in Bradford, PA.
Sunday, June 8 | 6:30 PM | Pleasantville Camp
Every year, the Keystone Annual Conference brings together Free Methodist churches from across our region for a time of worship, fellowship, and important milestones. This year’s conference is extra special for Open Arms Community Church, as some of our own members will be recognized and commissioned to step into new ministry roles.
The ordination service is a powerful moment to witness leaders being prayed over, blessed, and officially appointed to serve in their unique callings. It’s also an opportunity for all of us to rally around them with encouragement, prayer, and our presence.
We encourage everyone from Open Arms to come out, show support, and celebrate this exciting chapter for our church family!
Event Details:
Let’s fill the room with love, gratitude, and hope for the future as we cheer on those answering God’s call to ministry. Whether you’re a regular attender, new to Open Arms, or simply want to celebrate with us, you are welcome!
Saturday, May 31 | 5:30–7:00 PM | Ignite Church, Lewis Run, PA
We’re excited to invite you—and the whole Bradford area—to a special Night of Praise and Worship at Ignite Church in Lewis Run!
This event is a beautiful opportunity for our Open Arms family, along with other local churches and the community, to come together and celebrate what God is doing in our region. We’ll lift our voices, worship together, and enjoy a powerful evening focused on unity and gratitude.
Whether you attend Open Arms Community Church, Ignite Church, another congregation, or are simply looking for a meaningful night of encouragement and connection, you’re welcome to join us. Let’s fill Ignite Church with joyful praise and support one another as the greater church family.
Event Details:
Invite your friends and neighbors—let’s make this a night to remember. We can’t wait to worship with you in Lewis Run!
Monday, May 26 | Parade at 10:00 AM | Ceremony at Veterans Square, Bradford, PA
As Memorial Day approaches, we invite our Open Arms family and the Bradford community to gather in remembrance of the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.
The annual Memorial Day Parade begins at 10:00 AM and leads to Veterans Square. Immediately after the parade—usually around 11:00 AM—the community Memorial Day ceremony will take place.
This is more than just a tradition; it’s a moment to pause, reflect, and express our gratitude for those who made the ultimate sacrifice. It’s an opportunity for us to show up together, honoring our fallen heroes and supporting their families.
Pastor Zoe Hatcher will be part of this year’s service, and we encourage everyone from Open Arms to attend and support our community. Let’s stand united in gratitude, honor, and remembrance.
All are welcome—bring your family, invite a friend, and join us as we honor our heroes together.
Life is full of little things every man should know—but too often, we don’t get the chance to learn them. That’s why Tribe of Lions, one of Open Arms Community Church’s microchurches, is teaming up with Manlihood to host a special Forge Night all about basic car maintenance.
Monday, May 12 at 6:30 PM, men and teen boys from across the Bradford area are invited to gather in the Open Arms parking lot at 71 Congress Street for a no-pressure, hands-on experience that will leave you feeling more equipped and confident under the hood.
Forge Nights are a unique part of Tribe of Lions’ rhythm—monthly gatherings where men come together not just for spiritual growth, but to sharpen one another in practical ways, too. Whether it’s learning to grill a steak, defend yourself, or change your oil, the goal is the same: community, brotherhood, and purpose.
This month’s Forge Night will be led by Brian Mahaney, a longtime mechanic who’s passionate about passing on what he’s learned. But this isn’t a lecture—it’s a shared experience. Other men will also be contributing what they know as we tackle real-world skills like:
Whether you’ve never popped the hood before or just want a refresher, this night is for you.
Tribe of Lions is more than just a men’s group—it’s a microchurch. That means it carries the full mission of the church in a smaller setting, with an emphasis on worship, community, and mission. We believe that real discipleship happens not just in rows, but in circles—and sometimes even under the hood of a car.
We also believe in meeting men where they are. That’s why Forge Nights are intentionally designed to be open to any man or teen boy in the community—whether you’ve been walking with God for years or you’re just looking for some solid guys to connect with.
These events are co-hosted by Manlihood, a men’s movement and podcast founded by Josh Hatcher. Manlihood’s mission is simple: to help men become better men—and Forge Nights are one way to bring that mission to life in our own backyard.
“We know that when men grow stronger—spiritually, emotionally, and practically—families and communities grow stronger too,” says Hatcher. “Forge Nights are about giving guys a space to connect, learn, and walk out their faith in real, tangible ways.”
This is just the beginning! Future Forge Nights will include:
So whether you’re a gearhead or a total beginner, join us on Monday, May 12 at 6:30 PM for Forge Night: Basic Car Maintenance. Come ready to learn, connect, and get your hands a little dirty.
Want to join Tribe of Lions?
Learn more and explore our microchurch network here:
Date: Thursday, May 1st, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM Noon
Location: Veterans Square Gazebo, Downtown Bradford
Each year, on the first Thursday of May, Americans across the nation unite in prayer during the National Day of Prayer. This year, we invite you to join the Bradford Area Ministerium—a coalition of local churches and ministry leaders—for a community-wide prayer gathering in downtown Bradford.
The event will take place at 12:00 PM on Thursday, May 1st, at the Veterans Square Gazebo. Open Arms Community Church is honored to participate in this meaningful time of collective prayer and reflection.
The theme for this year’s National Day of Prayer is inspired by Romans 15:13 (NASB):
“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
This theme encourages us to pour out our hearts to God, seeking His hope, joy, and peace in our lives and communities. It’s a call to trust in the power of the Holy Spirit to fill us as we believe and pray.
For more information about the National Day of Prayer and its mission, visit the official website.
In times of uncertainty and challenge, coming together in prayer strengthens our faith and unites our community. This gathering offers an opportunity to:
Whether you’re a longtime member of our church or new to the community, your presence and prayers are valued.
Bring a friend, neighbor, or coworker, and join us as we lift our voices in prayer. Let’s come together to seek God’s presence and guidance for our lives, our community, and our nation.
“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.” – Psalm 33:12
To take the bus to the 11 AM service at Open Arms Community Church (at our new location at 71 Congress Street)
The bus makes the following stops:
Then the bus arrives at Open Arms Community Church at 71 Congress Street in time for Service at 11AM
The bus then leaves after the service and drops off at those locations.
(updated 4/30/25)
