Oasis
O.A.S.I.S
(Outstanding Adult Still In Service)
Motto: Service and Leadership
They shall still bear fruit in old age; they shall be fresh and flourishing – Psalm 92: 14
Introduction
O.A.S.I.S is an acronym that stands for Outstanding Adult Still in Service. Pastor Christopher Timi established the ministry on December 30, 2018; for the growing outstanding adult (60years and older) population of the church. It is a higher decade of life ministry.
Vision
Fellowship of outstanding adults who are committed to utilizing their lifelong acquired and God-given gifts, skills, experience, wisdom, and faith to further the work of the Kingdom of God.
Mission Statement
To inspire Outstanding Adult of Divine Hope Assembly International to participate in activities that promote spiritual growth and health, age-level educational pursuits, and evangelism and take part in various fellowship events.
OASIS Leadership
Florence Raymond | Coordinator
Gloria Lilly | Assistant Coordinator
Olaitan Kowobari | Secretary
Novlett Drummond | Treasurer
Isabela Wickinson | Welfare
Akershure Adigun | Assistant Secretary (and her Husband)
John Turay | Social
Goals:
- Turning attributes into assets
- Ministering to individual needs
Objectives:
- To encourage members to be both listeners and doers of the word
- To move members from the level of success to the level of significance/relevance.
- To encourage others to minister to the needs of members and vice versa.
- To encourage members to participate in activities that will enhance their spiritual, physical, mental, and social well-being.
- To recognize and celebrate the diversity that exists within the group.
Characteristics of O.A.S.I.S
The word Oasis is a Greek version of an ancient Egyptian word, meaning a fertile place in the desert.
Webster’s New World Dictionary defined oasis as:
- A fertile place in a desert, due to the presence of water.
- Any place or thing offering welcome relief as from difficulty or dullness.
- A thriving area in an arid desert region that provides refuge and/or relief.
A) Attributes:
There exist similarities between the characteristic features of the DESERT OASIS and some attributes of DHAI OASIS
| Attributes | Desert OASIS | DHAI OASIS |
| Life | Supports life of sand and gravel | Have the gift of life |
| Hope | Gives hope to the desert population | For to him that is joined to all the living there is hope: Eccl.9:4 |
| Resource |
Provides rest, support, shade, relief, food & water
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Have skills, talents, gifts, wisdom & experience that could be of benefit to others |
| Survival | They have been in existence since prehistoric times (e.g. Dakhla oasis of Egypt has existed for more than 10,000 years) |
They are survivors (Blessed with longevity)
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| Endurance | Survived harsh desert weather | Endured various life experiences |
| Vulneability | Site of military and men of the underworld activities | An elderly is prone to experience ageism, abuse and morbidity |
B) Diversities:
Outstanding adults have unique diverse characteristics: They are heterogeneous in their life experiences, background, stages of life and needs.
C) Needs:
Below is a summary of outstanding adult needs:
- Spiritual
- Health
- Financial
- Physical
- Social, Educational, Legal: [aging and age-related changes; age-related stage/season of life: loss, pain, retirement, dying/death, “empty nest”, widowhood, homebound, etc]
Activities that Model: “S.E.N.I.O.R.S”
S= Spirituality: To grow spiritually, outstanding adult can be ministered to and they can minister to others through. Bible study group; Prayer group; worship; Pastoral care; fellowship/worship participation, etc.
E= Enrichment: Outstanding adult need to continue the life-long process of growing and learning in areas of specific needs (e.g. Community issues and current affairs; financial, legal and medical concerns; health).
N= Nutrition and Fitness: Health maintenance activities and healthy nutrition.
I= Intergenerational: Emphasize the interdependence of all people both young and old (Children and youth visiting homebound and residents of health care facilities; Outstanding adult sharing faith with children and youth and young families).
O= Outreach: Participation in the church outreach and evangelism programs.
R= Recreation: Outstanding adult need creative self-expression as well as opportunities to develop and maintain self-confidence and enhance both physical and mental well-being through recreational activities. Outdoor activities (e.g. movies; trips; concerts; tournaments; golf; fishing; picnic; bowling; walking etc.).
S= Service: Serving the needs of others (Motivating/Encouraging; Modeling; Mentoring; Multiplying; Ministry/Mission (Psalm71:18, 2Corinth 4:16).
Fellowship Meetings
O.A.S.I.S fellowship meetings take place on the third (3rd) Sunday or second (2nd) to the last Sunday of every month at 6.00 pm.
These meetings take place either by Zoom or in the church premises. New O.A.S.I.S member will be introduced at the fellowship meeting
Fellowship meeting objectives:
- To effect personal and spiritual growth, enrichment, and empowerment
- To build relationships
- To build support, unity, and strength
- To celebrate the gift of life, attributes, and diversities
- To encourage networking
- To engage in recreational activities
Giving:
- In contributing and sharing O.A.S.I.S funds, the biblical principle is followed which is: contributing to a common purse for the benefit of all.
- Financial contributions are not regarded as the sole requirement to be a member of O.A.S.I.S.
- While we encourage each member to make a small monthly contribution of $10.00 in order to support the needs of the ministry, no individual shall be denied benefits of membership due to the inability to meet such financial obligation.
- However, O.A.S.I.S will recognize, acknowledge, and cherish those who give their time, talents, gifts, and substance to serve God from time to time.
- God that loves a cheerful giver will also reward accordingly.
Organizational Structure
O.A.S.I.S’ Organizational structure involves a breakdown into the following units. It provides opportunities for unit members to work together as a team as they use their gifts, talents, and skills to serve God in the areas of their choice.
The units are designed also to meet their needs. The unit head coordinates activities within that unit.
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Ministers
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Coordinator & Assistant Coordinator |
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Secretary & Assistant Secretary |
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Treasurer |
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Social
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Welfare
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O.A.S.I.S Leadership Contact Info:
1. Florence Raymond | Coordinator| Tel: 301-254-6430
2. Gloria Lilly | Asst. Coordinator | Tel: 443-848-9778
3. Olaitan Kowobari | Secretary | Tel: 202-438-9451
4. Akershure Adigun | Assistant Secretary | Tel: 443-762-9074
5. Novlett Drummond | Treasurer | Tel: 515-633-2242
6. John Turay | Social | Tel: 703-568-0249
6. Isabela Wickinson | Welfare | Tel: 704-287-4204
SAMPLE OF ANNUAL PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES
January Business Meeting
February Fellowship (Bible study)
March Fellowship (Bible study)
April Fellowship (Bible study)
May Outstanding adult Month: Heath Talk/Screening
June Fellowship (Prayer meeting)
July Recreational (Trip or Concert or Picnic)/Leadership meeting
August Recreational (Trip or Concert or Picnic etc.)/Business meeting
September Recreational (Trip or Concert or Picnic etc.)
October Fellowship (Bible study)
November Fellowship (Bible study)
December Fellowship (Prayer meeting)/Concert
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* Flexible to accommodate DHAI major programs.
