“Get Out Of The Boat”
2022 Theme
2022 Speaker
Bob Hawker
Bob Hawker currently serves as an Associate Pastor at Salem Church of God in Clayton Ohio. Bob is married to his with Alison who is an Elementary PE teacher and has 2 daughters Ansley and Aria. He has a desire to lead people to become Disciples who then make Disciples, and to see men of God leading their families, friends, and coworkers into new and deeper relationships with Jesus. Bob speaks with passion, excitement, and with real and practical examples that can help you take your next steps with Jesus. Bob loves to fish, play basketball, and enjoys all things outdoors. He loves growing green grass and believes dandelions are of the devil!
2022 Musical Guest
GloryWay
Our special musical guest this year! GloryWay was founded in Mansfield, Ohio by lead singer, Justin Crank. Raised on good old-fashion gospel music, Justin developed a love for four-part harmony. What began as four friends singing around town was blessed by God and has blossomed into a powerful full-time ministry. GloryWay has the privilege of working with several prestigious agencies in the world of Gospel Music entertainment. GloryWay is signed with Capitol Artists as one of their booking agents and is also on the Gateway Management label, a highly-respected management agency. GloryWay travels over 60,000 miles annually, all across the United States, sometimes booking engagements over a year in advance. Every weekend of the year, plus some, is packed full of exciting ministry opportunities for GloryWay. GloryWay songs can be heard on nationwide radio, including “Nobody,” “God You’re Amazing,” “End of the Story,” and “Nothing He Cannot Do.” Many GloryWay fans have found comfort in “Just a Little While,” a ballad written by GloryWay’s own John Cole. All of these songs can be found on the most recent, groundbreaking project titled, “God You’re Amazing.” GloryWay has participated in numerous showcases at the National Quartet Convention. In 2016, they were a part of the American Gospel Celebration hosted by Pastor John Hagee. In 2017 and 2018, they were nominated for “Sunrise Quartet of the Year” for SGN Scoops Diamond Awards, taking home the honor in 2018. GloryWay has also been named Southern Gospel Artist of the Year by Southern Gospel New York. They were honored guests on the nationally syndicated radio program “Paul Heil and the Gospel Greats” and they’ve presented their ministry at the Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg, Virginia. GloryWay has been honored to perform at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee many times over the years. They've been blessed to record in several studios with some elite producers and talented musicians who can be heard on the many projects that they have recorded, including a Christmas CD. GloryWay puts on a unique and versatile performance that blends classic four-part harmony with exciting and inspiring new sounds and styles. They look forward to each and every opportunity to share their ministry. Each performance is sure to delight and encourage all who listen.
2022 Worship Leader
Casey Liston
I am honored and so excited to be bringing music and leading worship this year at the Ohio Christian Men’s Fellowship! I was raised in a preacher's home, and I have always been a part of worship in some way. As a kid, my family would gather around and we would sing hymns of faith for hours! I grew up learning how to sing from my mother. She would spend hours forcing us kids to sing and would critique us when we messed up. At the age of 11, I came to know Christ as my savior. I began learning how to play various instruments and began getting involved in our church worship band. As my talent grew so did my heart for worship and for Christ. I have spent time leading at multiple churches over the years, as well as travelling with a contemporary worship band. For the past 10 years I have attended Dayspring Church of God in Cincinnati, Ohio where I continue to lead and be a part of our worship ministry. I met the love of my life Sarah at Dayspring and we have been married for 5 years. God blessed me with two beautiful children Levi (3), and Lorelai (2). I absolutely love all styles and types of worship music. My heart and goal is to give all the honor and praise that is due to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Again I am so excited to be a part of this great fellowship and I look forward to what God has in store for us.
Activities
Golf Tournament, Cornhole Tournament, Fishing Tournament, Horseshoe Tournament
The Ohio Christian Men's Fellowship is an event, offering a variety of outdoor activities. There is something for everyone, from individual tournaments to group competitions to activities just for fun. These events provide an opportunity to meet and socialize with other church members while enjoying the great outdoors.
Who We Are
When the Ohio Church of God Men's ministry began in 1976, the members had a vision for all men in Ohio. They would seek to live out the message and ministry of reconciliation through corporate fellowship and mission by the grace of God. For many years, the men's ministry hosted a spiritual retreat known as the Ohio Men’s Ox Roast. Today, the fellowship, mission, and retreat continue as the Ohio Christian Men's Fellowship.The Ohio Christian Men's Fellowship is an event, in which Christian men gather to engage in fellowship with one another. This event has many different activities that younger and older men can enjoy. The event is broken into two days of activities with cabin accommodations included. Friday is the lighter of the two days and offers a more relaxed schedule. The highlights of Friday include the annual fishing tournament and the evening bonfire and hotdog roast. Saturday has a packed schedule that includes: three meals, devotional sessions, a sermon from an accomplished Christian speaker, worship with professional musicians, athletic tournaments, and loads of recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, horseshoes, and corn hole. The Ohio Christian Men's Fellowship is a time for men to grow in their faith, meet and fellowship with brothers in Christ, and invite others in your life to experience the love of Jesus Christ.
Through the Ohio Christian Men's Fellowship, Christian men across the state of Ohio have raised money for ministry outreach and challenged countless numbers of men and boys to serve the Lord. The OCMF council meets multiple times per year, under President Lance Rose, to plan the annual retreat and to continue the fellowship.
