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Oakdale Student Ministry (OSM) is a place where students in grades 6–12 can belong, build meaningful friendships, and grow as  followers of Jesus. Through weekly gatherings, biblical teaching, worship, small groups, and caring adult leaders, we help students become obedient disciples of Jesus who help others do the same.


Our Vision: Raising up life-long lovers of Jesus; not only hearers of the word but doers.

Oakdale Student Ministry (OSM) is a place where students in grades 6–12 can belong, build meaningful friendships, and grow as  followers of Jesus. Through weekly gatherings, biblical teaching, worship, small groups, and caring adult leaders, we help students become obedient disciples of Jesus who help others do the same.


Our Vision: Raising up life-long lovers of Jesus; not only hearers of the word but doers.

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Student Gatherings

Sundays 11:00AM
Wednesdays 7:00PM

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Sundays @ 11AM

  • Meet in the main Oakdale Sanctuary (come sit with us in the front rows on the left side) as we join the 11AM worship service.


  • After opening songs, all middle and high school students will head to the Student Center with their leaders for a message created specifically for teenagers, followed by time to connect with one another. Pickup is at 12:15 PM.


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Wednesdays @ 7PM

  • Meet in the Student Center for games, worship, biblical teaching for middle and high school students.


  • Then we break up into gender-specific small groups based upon grade for conversation, prayer and encouragement as they learn to follow Jesus. We will end at 9:00PM.


New to OSM?

Visiting a new student ministry can feel like a big step, but your student does not have to walk in alone. Our leaders will be ready to welcome them, introduce them to other students, and help them know what to expect.


On Sunday mornings, students meet in the front left rows of the main Oakdale Sanctuary at 11:00 AM. On Wednesday nights, students meet in the Student Center, located on the back side of the white historic chapel facing the playground.


Your student’s safety matters deeply to us. Every OSM volunteer completes a background check and Child Safety training designed to protect students and maintain a safe, caring environment.


Whether your student is already following Jesus, has questions about faith, or is simply looking for a place to belong, they are welcome at OSM.


Have questions or want to let us know your student is coming? Email Pastor LaThania at students@oakdale.church. She would love to connect with your family and help make your student’s first visit a great one.

Meet our Student Ministry Pastor!

LaThania Barrett

Student Ministry Pastor
Email Students@oakdale.church

Student Events

Emerging Adults

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Emerging Adults

This small group is for anyone 18-23 years old — whether you are starting your career, going to college nearby, home during school breaks, or figuring out what's next. 


Let’s meet together and with God to grow as obedient disciples of Jesus by reading the Bible and praying together. 


Emerging Adults is not currently meeting please reach out to LaThania, students@oakdale.church with questions.