Another Leadership Choice: Speak or Listen
Hi, Welcome! Another Leadership Choice: Speak or Listen Posted by Jack Warren, Chase Oaks Executive Pastor, on Apr 07, 2022 Another Leadership Choice: Speak or Listen People want to hear from their leader, right? Yes…and no. There are times, especially in times of crisis, that people need to hear from...
Hero or Hindrance: Choosing When To Help
Hi, Welcome! Hero or Hindrance: Choosing When To Help Posted by Jack Warren, Chase Oaks Chief of Staff, on Mar 22, 2022 Hero or Hindrance: Choosing When To Help There’s a reason that the Marvel Cinematic Universe has become so successful. I think we all have a desire, whether small...
Christmas and the Courage of Mary
Hi, Welcome! Christmas and the Courage of Mary Posted by Greg Holmes, Pastor of the Arts and Cultural Engagement on Dec 23, 2022 Christmas and the Courage of Mary I think we have misunderstood Mary, the mother of Jesus. And by doing so, we risk missing some valuable lessons she...
An Update from Anatoliy Prokopchuk of Ukraine
Hi, Welcome! An Update from Anatoliy Prokopchuk of Ukraine Posted on May 22, 2022 An Update from Anatoliy Prokopchuk of Ukraine Chase Oaks Church has joined countless communities around the world in praying for the people of Ukraine. Recently, Pastor Greg Holmes was able to catch up with Anatoliy Prokopchuk,...
Finding Ways to Influence the 800,000
Hi, Welcome! Finding Ways to Influence the 800,000 Posted by Lisa Reiss, Contributing Writer, on Mar 01, 2018 Finding Ways to Influence the 800,000 Called to Influence the 800,000 One of the important roles of the church is to influence the un-churched by reaching out to people in the community...
Three Reasons Why Healthy Community Is Important
Hi, Welcome! Three Reasons Why Healthy Community Is Important Posted by Tsedey Tadesse, Contributing Writer, on Feb 13, 2019 Three Reasons Why Healthy Community Is Important From the beginning of our creation, we see healthy community at work. When God created us, He said “ Let us make man in...
Loving My Neighborhood
Hi, Welcome! Loving My Neighborhood Posted by Ed Hager, Contributing Writer, on Jun 27, 2018 Loving My Neighborhood What Is Love? When we think of ways to impact our neighborhood, we should think about how to love our neighbors. But what is love? How do you define love? Is it...
How to Neighbor During the Christmas Season
Hi, Welcome! How to Neighbor During the Christmas Season Posted by John Stanley, External Ministries Pastor, on Nov 30, 2017 How to Neighbor During the Christmas Season The Christmas “season” spans a length of time that seems to change depending on whom you are talking to. We all know the...
Chasing Down Patience
Hi, Welcome! Chasing Down Patience Posted by Barbie Millner, Chase Oaks Adult Ministry Resident, on Oct 18, 2022 Chasing Down Patience Is it just me, or has anyone else begged God for patience and then regretted getting what you asked for? When someone remarks “I need patience,” we look at...
How Birds Can Teach Us To Pray
Hi, Welcome! How Birds Can Teach Us To Pray Posted by Jason Lee, Sloan Creek Adult Ministry Pastor, on May 23, 2024 How Birds Can Teach Us To Pray I can approach my time in prayer like I approach my salad. I know it’s good for me, but it’s just...
5 Reflection Questions To End Each Day
Hi, Welcome! 5 Reflection Questions To End Each Day Posted by Matt Johnston, Contributing Writer, on Jul 10, 2022 5 Reflection Questions To End Each Day Our news feeds are full of reminders that mental and emotional health are more important than ever. But how do we prioritize health given...
Five Ways To Deepen Your Relationship with God
Hi, Welcome! Five Ways To Deepen Your Relationship with God Posted by Don Ramsey, Contributing Writer, on Feb 21, 2019 Five Ways To Deepen Your Relationship with God If you Google “ways to deepen your relationship with God ,” you will discover that there are 15,100,000 results. That is a...
Understanding the Power of Prayer
Hi, Welcome! Understanding the Power of Prayer Posted by Tsedey Tadesse, Contributing Writer, on Nov 30, 2018 Understanding the Power of Prayer According to The Gospel Coalition , there are about 650 prayers with 450 answers to prayers recorded in the Bible. Jesus was recorded praying 25 times throughout His...
Meet Artist Marla Morrison Fucich
Hi, Welcome! Meet Artist Marla Morrison Fucich Posted on Mar 31, 2022 Meet Artist Marla Morrison Fucich Meet Marla Morrison Fucich, the artist behind the mesmerizing poured acrylic artwork that embodies our "Overflow" Easter theme. Her life and work reflect a beautiful, ongoing exploration of art, faith, and the possibilities...
Finding Our Calling and Purpose
Hi, Welcome! Finding Our Calling and Purpose Posted by Ed Hager, Contributing Writer, on Sep 01, 2021 Finding Our Calling and Purpose Oftentimes, we hear the words calling and purpose in church, but we do not always understand what they mean. How can we discover our calling and purpose ?...
Growing in Service
Hi, Welcome! Growing in Service Posted by Janice Robb, Contributing Writer, on Sep 13, 2017 Growing in Service Each of us has gifts, and as good stewards of those gifts, we serve others. To help us be good stewards, Chase Oaks Church provides a variety of opportunities to meet individual...
I Am Asian-American
Hi, Welcome! I Am Asian-American Posted by Stanley Wang, Contributing Writer on Mar 24, 2021 I Am Asian-American As I’ve tried to gather my thoughts and feelings over the horrific events of last week, I keep coming back to this basic, unchangeable reality. I am Asian-American. As with so many...
Happy Double Anniversary!
Hi, Welcome! Happy Double Anniversary! Posted by Marjorie Chang, Copy Editor, on Sep 23, 2020 Happy Double Anniversary! This season, Chase Oaks is celebrating the anniversary of two unique campuses: En Español Campus , and Richardson Campus . En Español launched its first Spanish-speaking services seven years ago, and Richardson...
Burt Moncrief: A Volunteer Who "Excels" at Serving Others
Hi, Welcome! Burt Moncrief: A Volunteer Who "Excels" at Serving Others Posted on Apr 19, 2023 Burt Moncrief: A Volunteer Who "Excels" at Serving Others “We Excel at this!” (Burt Moncrief, volunteer Excel class teacher) On any given day, Burt Moncrief is hard at work on behalf of others, dedicating...
How Shoes Taught Me About Gratitude
Hi, Welcome! How Shoes Taught Me About Gratitude Posted by Greg Hendrix, Contributing Writer, on Aug 25, 2022 How Shoes Taught Me About Gratitude Local Good Center Volunteer Greg Hendrix reflects on saying “yes” to a serving opportunity which helped remind of how much more is gained than given. “If...
How To Survive a High School Lock-In
Hi, Welcome! How To Survive a High School Lock-In Posted by Sam, Contributing Writer, on Aug 03, 2022 How To Survive a High School Lock-In I went to a high school lock-in with the church recently. You know, a lock-in, an event where you’re locked in overnight in a place...
On Assignment: Meet High Schooler Callie L.
Hi, Welcome! On Assignment: Meet High Schooler Callie L. Posted on Apr 27, 2022 On Assignment: Meet High Schooler Callie L. High school student Callie L. proves that you can do good and make a real difference, no matter what your age and stage in life. By completing a very...
Four "Party People" Making a Difference
Hi, Welcome! Four "Party People" Making a Difference Posted on Apr 19, 2022 Four "Party People" Making a Difference Party People are easy to spot—they’re the ones who bring the fun wherever they go. The ones who work tirelessly to serve others and do so with dedication, energy, and joy....
Trusted World: Helping People Who Help People
Hi, Welcome! Trusted World: Helping People Who Help People Posted by Vince Ellwood, Contributing Writer, on Mar 02, 2021 Trusted World: Helping People Who Help People Trusted World quietly serves the people and organizations who provide services on someone else’s behalf. They are a behind-the-scenes provider to providers, committed to...
God Is Close to the Brokenhearted
Hi, Welcome! God Is Close to the Brokenhearted Posted by Jeff Jones, Chase Oaks Lead Pastor, on May 13, 2023 God Is Close to the Brokenhearted Our community is different today than it was a week ago. On Saturday, May 6, there was a mass shooting in Allen about 3...
Hope Fuels Endurance
Hi, Welcome! Hope Fuels Endurance Posted by Katy Bailey, Sloan Creek Next Gen Pastor, on Mar 27, 2022 Hope Fuels Endurance Hope fuels endurance. Anyone out there a marathon runner? I’m not. I do run. Ehm. Well, I trot. I’ve even run races every now and then and at the...
Thanksgiving Through the Psalms
Hi, Welcome! Thanksgiving Through the Psalms Posted by Susan Harms, Contributing Writer, on Nov 19, 2021 Thanksgiving Through the Psalms My sister Lin endured eight painful years of infertility before giving birth to her oldest son (who was followed by triplets two years later). I asked her once about her...
(Not) Strong Enough
Hi, Welcome! (Not) Strong Enough Posted by Stacey Worthington, Contributing Writer, on Mar 16, 2021 (Not) Strong Enough “You must be so strong to handle this.” I nearly spewed coffee all over my well-meaning friend. Little did she know I was barely brushing my teeth and getting dressed each morning....
Wisdom in Crisis From Dr. Henry Cloud
Hi, Welcome! Wisdom in Crisis From Dr. Henry Cloud Posted by Jack Warren, Executive Pastor, on Mar 26, 2020 Wisdom in Crisis From Dr. Henry Cloud Here we are on March 26, 2020, and we are in the middle of a pandemic. The news, guidance, and restrictions seem to change...
Women's History Month: Women of Influence, Part 2
Hi, Welcome! Women's History Month: Women of Influence, Part 2 Posted on Mar 30, 2021 Women's History Month: Women of Influence, Part 2 In the second part of our two-part series in celebration of Women’s History Month, female Chase Oaks staff share their views on the changing roles and influence...
Behind the Song: "All of My Heart"
Hi, Welcome! Behind the Song: "All of My Heart" Posted by Chris Opie, Chase Oaks Worship Development Coach, on Aug 10, 2022 Behind the Song: "All of My Heart" Get ready! On August 12, Chase Oaks Worship will release their new original song, “All of My Heart.” Below, Chris Opie,...
Behind the Scenes with Chase Oaks Worship
Hi, Welcome! Behind the Scenes with Chase Oaks Worship Posted on May 15, 2022 Behind the Scenes with Chase Oaks Worship We see the Chase Oaks Worship Team members up front every week, using their gifts to help lead others into a deeper experience of God through music. But how...
Backstage with the Chase Oaks Worship Team
Hi, Welcome! Backstage with the Chase Oaks Worship Team Posted by Chase Oaks Worship Team on Oct 15, 2021 Backstage with the Chase Oaks Worship Team We see the Chase Oaks Worship Team members on stage every week, using their gifts to help lead others into a deeper experience of...
Easter
Hi, Welcome! Service Times Easter services in Plano Fairview Sachse 中文 Español When God looks at you, what does he see? We’d love for you to celebrate Easter at one of our 15 services at any of our North Dallas locations. You’ll experience a welcoming...
Guided Discussions Details
Hi, Welcome! Why is Life Like This? Group Guide February 2025 DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Choose some questions for your group; no pressure to use all of them. T his week’s message is about a big-picture perspective on life. Take a moment to share about where were you born and where you...
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Hi, Welcome! Quiet the Noise Group Guide February 2025 DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Choose the right questions for your group; no pressure to use all of them. Icebreaker How good are you at sitting still? Is it easy or hard for you? When was the last time you were still on purpose,...
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Hi, Welcome! The Power of No Group Guide January 2025 DISCUSSION QUESTIONS CHOOSE THE BEST QUESTIONS FOR YOUR GROUP; NO PRESSURE TO USE THEM ALL. Icebreaker Tell us about a time you said yes to something that was not your best “yes.” Did you ever want to be a rock...
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Hi, Welcome! Local Weekend Group Guide November 2024 Happy Thanksgiving! What was one of your highlights over Thanksgiving, and what was one of your lowlights? This weekend, Peter shared about what his childhood was like: changing schools many times, growing up shorter than most of his classmates, and focusing on...
7 Ways the Armor of God Can Protect Your Children Right Now
Hi, Welcome! 7 Ways the Armor of God Can Protect Your Children Right Now Posted by Amber Coughlin, KidzKlub Director, on Apr 16, 2020 7 Ways the Armor of God Can Protect Your Children Right Now During these uncertain times, we believe that if our children aren’t being prepared, then...
Three Easter Traditions to Do With Your Family at Home
Hi, Welcome! Three Easter Traditions to Do With Your Family at Home Posted by Maggie Coffey, Contributing Writer, on Mar 31, 2020 Three Easter Traditions to Do With Your Family at Home Easter is coming! Are you ready to add to your families’ Easter traditions? Our residents have shared with...
Three Common Questions About Christmas
Hi, Welcome! Three Common Questions About Christmas Posted by Eric Torrence, Communications Pastor, on Dec 08, 2022 Three Common Questions About Christmas If you have a young child in your life, you know they all possess a particular gift: asking questions. And, if you’re an adult like me, this makes...
How Can Christians Better Love the LGBT+ Community?
Hi, Welcome! How Can Christians Better Love the LGBT+ Community? Posted on Jun 30, 2022 How Can Christians Better Love the LGBT+ Community? What does it look like for Christians and the church to love the LGBTQ community like Jesus does? Or to just do better caring for our family,...
#LoveDoesTheUnexpected Opportunity Fund Supports Panther Pride
Hi, Welcome! #LoveDoesTheUnexpected Opportunity Fund Supports Panther Pride Posted by Greg Holmes, Communications Pastor, on Feb 18, 2020 #LoveDoesTheUnexpected Opportunity Fund Supports Panther Pride Last fall, Chase Oaks Church challenged everyone to think big about creative ways to show others how #LoveDoesTheUnexpected . After receiving some incredible ideas of how...
Choosing Your Friends Wisely
Hi, Welcome! Choosing Your Friends Wisely Posted by Maggie Coffey, Communications Resident, on Feb 11, 2020 Choosing Your Friends Wisely Friends are easily one of the most important relationships in our lives! We grow up recognizing that we need people around us to have fun with, encourage us, and to...
The Importance of Having a Mentor
Hi, Welcome! The Importance of Having a Mentor Posted by Maggie Coffey, Contributing Writer, on Sep 20, 2019 The Importance of Having a Mentor When going through life, we need people to stand next to us through the thick and thin. I’m not talking about our friends, our family, or...
Leadership Is Hard
Hi, Welcome! Leadership Is Hard Posted by Jeff Jones, Senior Pastor, on Jul 16, 2021 Leadership Is Hard Leadership is not for sissies. The task of a leader is to help people or organizations move from where they are to the better place they need to be. In Christian leadership,...
A Leadership Choice: Connection or Isolation
Hi, Welcome! A Leadership Choice: Connection or Isolation Posted by Jack Warren, Chase Oaks Chief of Staff, on Jan 31, 2022 A Leadership Choice: Connection or Isolation You have likely heard me say this or write this before: “We are made for connection.” In other words, we are wired for...
A Challenge I Didn’t See Coming
Hi, Welcome! A Challenge I Didn’t See Coming Posted by Jack Warren, Executive Pastor, on Jan 19, 2022 A Challenge I Didn’t See Coming We don’t always see what is coming our way, both in life and in leadership. Last month, I laid out an entire blog topic calendar for...
My Favorite Books? I Am Glad You Asked.
Hi, Welcome! My Favorite Books? I Am Glad You Asked. Posted by Jack Warren, Executive Pastor, on Jan 20, 2021 My Favorite Books? I Am Glad You Asked. Periodically, someone will ask what books have shaped my thinking and impacted me greatly. Books have unlocked key concepts for me in...
8 Things I Am Doing During the Coronavirus Season
Hi, Welcome! 8 Things I Am Doing During the Coronavirus Season Posted by Jack Warren, Executive Pastor, on Mar 17, 2020 8 Things I Am Doing During the Coronavirus Season As we navigate the cultural adjustments going on right now, I wanted to share some things that are helping me...
Five Foolish Things Leaders Do
Hi, Welcome! Five Foolish Things Leaders Do Posted by Jack Warren, Executive Pastor, on Apr 01, 2019 Five Foolish Things Leaders Do It is April first, and no one has fooled me yet, and I stress the word “yet.” I love practical jokes and have had the privilege of executing...
Navigating the Path of Foster Parenting
Hi, Welcome! Navigating the Path of Foster Parenting Posted by Jennifer Rogers, Contributing Writer, on Jul 28, 2018 Navigating the Path of Foster Parenting With nearly 400,000 children in our foster care system, there is a great need for foster parents who are willing to provide a safe, loving, and...
How We Can Support Our Frontline Workers
Hi, Welcome! How We Can Support Our Frontline Workers Posted by John Stanley, External Ministries Pastor, on Apr 18, 2020 How We Can Support Our Frontline Workers Every day, men and women are risking their lives as they work on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis. Our healthcare professionals,...
#LoveDoesTheUnexpected Opportunity Fund Supports Single Mom
Hi, Welcome! #LoveDoesTheUnexpected Opportunity Fund Supports Single Mom Posted by Greg Holmes, Communications Pastor, on Dec 17, 2019 #LoveDoesTheUnexpected Opportunity Fund Supports Single Mom This fall, Chase Oaks Church challenged everyone to think big about creative ways to show others how #LoveDoesTheUnexpected . After receiving some incredible ideas of how...
5 Interesting Facts About Juneteenth
Hi, Welcome! 5 Interesting Facts About Juneteenth Posted by Maggie Coffey, Contributing Writer, on Jun 13, 2025 5 Interesting Facts About Juneteenth Juneteenth marks the date of June 19, 1865 in celebration of the day that troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to announce and enforce emancipation for enslaved people. Although...
Who or What Is the Holy Spirit, And Why Does It Matter?
Hi, Welcome! Who or What Is the Holy Spirit, And Why Does It Matter? Posted by Peter Park, Legacy Campus Pastor, on May 26, 2025 Who or What Is the Holy Spirit, And Why Does It Matter? Ever heard someone mention the Holy Spirit and thought, “Wait…what does that actually...
How To Handle Stress When Life Feels Out of Control
Hi, Welcome! How To Handle Stress When Life Feels Out of Control Posted by Shanda Gunter, Chase Oaks Care Pastor, on May 23, 2025 How To Handle Stress When Life Feels Out of Control The Gunter house has been a little crazy these days. It’s no longer because of potty...
From a Graduate's Dad: Advice to Parents of New Graduates
Hi, Welcome! From a Graduate's Dad: Advice to Parents of New Graduates Posted by Todd Baughman, Executive Pastor of Multisite Ministries on May 16, 2025 From a Graduate's Dad: Advice to Parents of New Graduates I've enjoyed the opportunity to speak to several graduating seniors and their parents at our...
When Mother's/Father's Day Is Hard
Hi, Welcome! When Mother's/Father's Day Is Hard Posted by Shanda Gunter, Chase Oaks Care Pastor, on May 08, 2025 When Mother's/Father's Day Is Hard Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are just around the corner. While these holidays are meant to be a time of joy, celebration, and opportunities to honor...
3 Ways We Are Like Judas
Hi, Welcome! 3 Ways We Are Like Judas Posted by Eric Torrence, Executive Pastor of Creative Expressions on Apr 16, 2025 3 Ways We Are Like Judas Most of us recognize the name “Judas.” We think of him as the bad guy in the Easter story, almost like Darth Vader...