West Oneonta Baptist Church

Men’s Ministries

• Power Cells: Men of the church are encouraged to belong to a small group (2-4 men) to enhance accountability and spiritual growth.
• Men’s Conference: Each year in January, WOBC hosts a men’s conference complete with a challenging speaker and great food.
• Sunday School: There are two options for men during the Sunday School hour: a class specifically for men and the Berean Class which includes both men and women.
• Wednesday Nights: Every Wednesday at 6:15 p.m. there are two options for adults: a Bible Study and WIPS (Warriors in Prayer Service – a meeting based specifically around prayer).
• Special Events: Periodically there are special events for men (i.e. a barbeque, Iron Sharpens Iron, Letters From Dad, an overnight camping trip)
• New Commandment Men’s Ministry: The third Saturday of every month men of the church meet at the McDonalds on Chestnut Street at 7:00 a.m. After a short devotional, they leave in their assigned groups for the home of a single mom, widow, or other person who has a need. The group might paint or do fix-it jobs. This is a great way to live the love of God! If you are interested in being involved, please contact the church.

Women’s Ministries

• Sunday School: There are two options for women during the Sunday School hour: a class specifically for women and the Berean class which includes both women and men.
• Women’s Conference: Each year in September, WOBC hosts a women’s conference complete with a challenging speaker, Fellowship and great food.
• Women’s Retreat: Every fall the women travel to Word of Life at Schroon Lake for a relaxing, spiritually-challenging weekend.
• Wednesday Nights: Every Wednesday at 6:15 p.m. there are two options for adults: a Bible Study and WIPS (Warriors in Prayer Service – a meeting based specifically around prayer).
• Seasons of the Heart: Every season women from our area communities are invited to a relaxing Saturday morning filled with a speaker, fellowship, and a seasonal craft. This is a wonderful time to invite your friends to a non-threatening event.
• Apples of Gold: Apples of Gold is a national ministry in which WOBC participates. Based on Titus 2:3-5, this ministry brings older women and younger women together to learn biblical truths and practical tips on being a wife, mother and woman.

Youth Ministries

• Sunday School: The Junior and Senior High Students meet together on Sunday mornings from 11:00 a.m. to noon. They study the Bible and discuss how it pertains to their lives. 

Children's Ministries

• Sunday School:
  • Nursery: There is a Nursery provided for every child 0-2 years old.
  • Children’s Class: Children meet downstairs in the “Noah’s Ark” room for discussion, a Bible lesson and age-appropriate activities.
• A W A N A

News: We are following the Oneonta School District Calendar for our AWANA schedule.

• Cubbies: (3 years old – Kindergarten) The Cubbies enjoy a Bible story, games, snack, and the stories.
• Sparks (1st – 3rd Grade): The Sparks all meet together for a Bible lesson, game time and snack time. .
• Truth and Training (4th – 6th grade): The T&T all meet together for a Bible lesson, game time and snack time.