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Open Arms Church in Bradford, PA. Open Arms Church exists to Love God and Love People. We invite you to find a spiritual family here among us!

Our vision is to see Restored Lives in Christ and we are seeing Jesus accomplish this in our midst! Our mission is to be a Real People Helping People Become More Like Jesus as a Family, and we seek to do that each week through our many Microchurches that meet locally across the region and through Sunday morning gatherings. At Open Arms, you will find an environment that is Accepting and Authentic, but holding ourselves and others Accountable to our growth in Christ, committed to Abiding in Him while we pursue Action to serve Him together.

10/29/2026

Live on a street that doesn’t get many trick-or-treaters? Bring your candy and your creativity to Congress Street!

That’s part of why Trunk or Treat began: to give people a place to hand out candy and connect with kids and families.

We’d love to have you host a trunk this Saturday at Open Arms. A few decorations and a friendly face can help make a child’s evening. Families, businesses, churches, clubs, and teams are welcome to participate.

October 31 • 6:00–7:30 p.m.
71 Congress Street, Bradford

Sign up: https://openarmscommunitychurch.org/trunk-or-treat/

10/29/2026

👀 Someone Is Watching How You Get Through This

Your children. A coworker. A friend who hasn’t said much.

Someone is learning from the way you respond when life gets hard.

In 1 Thessalonians, believers facing suffering became examples of faith, hope, and love. Their response pointed people toward Jesus. ❤️

You don’t need a platform to have influence. Your everyday life already reaches someone.

What are they learning from you?

Catch the Full Service on our youtube channel: openarmsbradford

Helga Zoe Hatcher

10/29/2026

Bradford families: get those costumes and candy buckets ready! 🎃

Trunk or Treat is this Saturday, October 31, from 6:00–7:30 p.m., and we’d love to see your family.

IMPORTANT: We have a NEW LOCATION this year!
Open Arms Community Church • 71 Congress Street, Bradford

Come enjoy decorated trunks, candy, and a warm welcome. Admission is free, and families don’t need to register. You don’t have to attend Open Arms—or any church—to join us.

Invite a friend and help us spread the word about the new location!

https://openarmscommunitychurch.org/trunk-or-treat/

10/28/2026

✝️ Why Does Christianity Depend on the Resurrection?

Why does it matter whether Jesus actually rose from the dead?

Because our hope rests on a living Savior who defeated death. 🌅

In this clip, Pastor Zoe explains why the resurrection was central to the Thessalonians’ faith—and why it still matters for ours.

If you’re exploring Christianity or wrestling with what you believe, this is a question worth taking seriously.

What questions do you have about the resurrection? 💬

Catch the Full Service on our youtube channel: openarmsbradford

Helga Zoe Hatcher

10/28/2026

A bag of candy is a simple way to help us welcome a lot of families. 🍬

We’re collecting individually wrapped candy for Trunk or Treat! Drop off a donation at Open Arms Community Church, 71 Congress Street, before Saturday’s event.

Every donation helps our trunk hosts keep handing out treats and sharing a little kindness with the kids who come through.

Trunk or Treat is Saturday, October 31, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. at Open Arms. It’s free and open to everyone!

Details: https://openarmscommunitychurch.org/trunk-or-treat/

10/28/2026

You don’t have to see
the whole road
to take the next step.

What’s one step you can take toward Jesus today? Maybe it’s an honest prayer, asking for help, or making time to listen. Start there. ❤️

10/28/2026

🙌 What If Your Hardest Chapter Isn’t the Last One?

The first believers in Thessalonica had a reason to keep going: they believed Jesus was coming back.

That hope shaped how they loved, served, and lived—even through suffering. 🌱

The promise of His return gives us a future to look toward and a reason to live faithfully today.

What would change in your everyday life if that hope sank a little deeper?

Catch the Full Service on our youtube channel: openarmsbradford

Helga Zoe Hatcher

10/28/2026

Your car. A little creativity. A whole lot of smiles. 🎃

We’re looking for people to host trunks at Trunk or Treat this Saturday! You can decorate with your family, team up with friends, or bring a crew from your business or organization. Keep it simple or go all out. We’d love to have you.

This year’s suggested theme is Fairy Tales, but any family-friendly idea is welcome. Let’s fill the parking lot with creativity, kindness, and light!

Saturday, October 31 • 6:00–7:30 p.m.
NEW LOCATION: Open Arms Community Church, 71 Congress Street, Bradford

Register your trunk: https://openarmscommunitychurch.org/trunk-or-treat/

10/27/2026

Who could use
a little help today?

Start with someone
you already know.

A meal. A ride. Help carrying something heavy. A phone call when someone’s been quiet.

Following Jesus gives us everyday opportunities to care for the people around us. What’s one way you could help a neighbor this week? ❤️

10/27/2026

⚓ How Do You Hold On When Hope Feels Far Away?

Waiting can wear you down. Especially when you’ve prayed, trusted, and still haven’t seen things change.

Pastor Zoe reminds us to keep holding on to Christ—and to keep holding one another up in prayer. 🙏

One practical idea from this message: write down the names of people you’re praying for. Thank God for them. Notice how He is working in their lives.

Who can you encourage and pray for today? ❤️

Catch the Full Service on our youtube channel: openarmsbradford

Helga Zoe Hatcher

Address

71 Congress Street
Bradford, PA
16701

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 3pm
Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Sunday	9am - 12:30pm

Website

https://www.oachurch.com/

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