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This Sunday at Open Arms

Current Series:Gratitude in Every Season

What if the key to experiencing more gratitude isn't changing your circumstances, but changing what you notice? In Gratitude in Every Season, we'll explore what the Bible teaches about thankfulness, recognizing God's blessings, and cultivating a grateful heart—even when life isn't going as planned. Whether you're navigating challenges, relationships, family struggles, or seasons of uncertainty, discover how shifting your focus can help you recognize God's goodness, grow in faith, and find reasons to give thanks in every season.

"Rejoice always, pray constantly, give thanks in everything; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. "
- 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Catch Up on Last Sunday

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Don't Miss This.

A few things worth bumping to the top of your list.

Interest Meeting

Your Easiest Way to Serve!
Join us immediately after service on November 15th to learn about the easiest way to get involved at Open Arms.  Your hello and smile can make the difference in someone's day and their experience on Sundays.

Baptism is coming!

Are you ready to show the world
you've been made new?

Baptism is coming and it's your chance to outwardly express what God has been doing in your life./baptism-signup

November 21, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
6400 Prosperity Church Road
Charlotte, NC 28269

Sabbatical Sunday

Rest is part of the rhythm.
There will be no in-person service on Sunday, November 29, the Sunday after Thanksgiving.

Use the morning to rest, recharge, enjoy time with family, and give our volunteers a well-deserved Sunday off.

Coming Up

Mark your calendar. There's always something to look forward to.

Serve at RMHC

MONTHLY SERVE
Breakfast at Ronald McDonald House
4th Saturdays · 8:00–10:00 AM · Ages 16+
Cook breakfast and bring comfort to families whose kids are in the hospital. Sign up. Show up. Love people well.

Thanksgiving Serve

Love looks like showing up.
Join us Sunday, November 22nd, immediately following service in the cafeteria as we pack Thanksgiving meals and write encouraging notes for Ridge Road Middle School families.  Want to help cover the cost of the food? You can give through the Giving link in the Open Arms app or website and select Outreach as the fund.

Christmas at OA

Two special ways to celebrate the season together.
Youth Christmas Program — Sunday, Dec. 20 at 9:45 AM during service. Rehearsals are underway, so parents, please make sure your child is there each Sunday.

Christmas Eve Service — Thursday, Dec. 24 at 5:00 PM. Join us for worship and a special Christmas message from Pastor Justin.
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midweek refresh

Wednesdays · 7:45 AM ET · Facebook Live

Need a reset before the weekend? Join Pastor Justin for a 15-minute word and prayer to carry you through the week.

Take the Next Step

Wherever you are in your faith, there's a next step waiting for you.

Connect Groups

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Serve Teams

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Give

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