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Oak Lawn Bulletin

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<b>Oak Lawn Bulletin</b> brings the heart of <b>Oak Lawn United Methodist Church</b> to your ears. Each week we share opportunities for you to participate with the <b>Oak Lawn</b> church community in Dallas, and online. We hope these events and activities bring you closer to God, and help you find connection with others.<br /><br />Church members and allies are welcome to submit bulletin items for the podcast by emailing office(at)olumc.org 🙏 Please donate if you are able: <b><a href="https://olumc.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">olumc.org/give</a></b><b></b>

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January 15, 2026

Rainbow Steps, Community Wins, and What Comes Next

This week at <b>Oak Lawn UMC</b>, we’re sharing a moment many in our community have been waiting for. <br />Rev. Ryan opens with celebrations from a full and meaningful week, including the <b>Dallas Landmark Commission</b>’s decision to grant the <b>Rainbow Steps</b> three more years as a public work of art and public witness. We also celebrate community partnerships, a packed sanctuary, a successful blood drive, and the growing presence of queer youth finding belonging at Oak Lawn.<br /> <br /><b>Rev. Rachel </b>then reads a letter from <b>Bishop Ruben Saenz Jr.</b> of the <b>Horizon Texas Conference</b>, offering gratitude and affirmation for Oak Lawn’s courage, faith, and visible commitment to love. The letter names the Rainbow Steps as art, testimony, and a promise to <b>LGBTQ</b> neighbors that they are seen, safe, and loved.<br /><b></b><br /><b>📅 Upcoming at Oak Lawn UMC</b><br /> <br /><b>February 1 and February 8</b><b></b> A two-week symposium, <b><i>Gender Diversity: Made in God’s Image</i></b>. Week one focuses on shared learning and resources. Week two features a Q&amp;A with gender-diverse people sharing their faith journeys. <br /><b>February 28</b><b></b> <b>Mark Miller</b> in concert at Oak Lawn UMC. Today is the final day to purchase discounted tickets before prices increase. Choirs from across <b>North Texas</b> are invited to join for this special evening.<br /><br /><b>Oak Lawn United Methodist Church Dallas, Texas</b><br />The Oak Lawn Bulletin is our weekly audio update for the wider community.<br />🌈 Check out the new Rainbow Stairs merch at <b><a href="https://olumc.org/shop" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">olumc.org/shop</a></b><br /><b>☕️ 🤝 <a href="https://olumc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/565882" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Connect Card </a></b><br /><br />🙏 Please donate if you are able: <b><a href="https://olumc.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">olumc.org/give</a></b>

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January 3, 2026

Epiphany, Rainbow Stairs Update, Community Events | January 2

Welcome to the <b>Oak Lawn Bulletin</b> for the first week of the new year. <br />In this episode, we share what’s coming up at Oak Lawn United Methodist Church in Dallas, including Epiphany Sunday and a full slate of worship, justice, music, and community events in January and February. <br /><br />You’ll hear about:<br /><ul><li><b>Epiphany Sunday worship</b> (Sunday, January 4 at 11 a.m.), centered on God’s love made visible through welcome, service, and justice</li><li>A <b>City of Dallas Landmark Commission public hearing</b> on the future of the Rainbow Stairs (Monday, January 5 at 1 p.m.)</li><li>The <b>Oak Lawn Blood Drive</b> with the American Red Cross (Saturday, January 10, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.)</li><li>A <b>free Winter Chamber Concert</b> with the New Texas Symphony Orchestra (Saturday, January 10 at 3 p.m.)</li><li><b>Baptism of the Lord &amp; Baptism Renewal</b> Sunday (January 11 at 11 a.m.)</li><li><b>Living with Loss: Queer and Beloved</b>, our weekly grief support group (Mondays at 7 p.m., with an online option)</li><li>Upcoming February events, including <i>Made in God’s Image: Gender, Diversity, and Sacred Belonging</i>, <i>Holy Hurt: Healing After Spiritual Trauma</i>, and a sing-in and concert with Mark Miller</li><li><b>The Orchard</b>, a new Thursday night gathering for 20-somethings looking for connection without pressure or pretense</li></ul><br />Oak Lawn UMC is an inclusive church in the heart of Dallas, known for public faith, radical welcome, and deep community care. Whether you worship with us in person, online, or are just curious about what church can look like, you’re welcome here.<br /> <br />Join us Sundays at 11am CST in person or on Facebook Live.<br />Services are posted later on YouTube.<br />📍 Oak Lawn United Methodist Church Dallas, Texas<br />🌈 All are welcome. Come as you are.<br /><br />🙏 Please donate if you are able: <b><a href="https://olumc.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">olumc.org/give</a></b>

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December 19, 2025

Joy That Shows Up: Carrying Faith Into the World | Oak Lawn Bulletin

Welcome to this week’s Oak Lawn Bulletin—a short, midweek check-in from Oak Lawn UMC in Dallas. <br />In this episode, <b>Reverend Rachel </b>reflects on Sunday’s sermon and invites us to think about <b>joy</b> not as something quiet or private, but as something we live out loud. Drawing from Mary’s song in Luke and the wisdom of Latina women of faith, she reminds us that joy can be an act of courage—especially in hard times—and that God often speaks through lived experience, not just from pulpits. <br />You’ll also hear what’s coming up in the life of our community:<br /><ul><li><b>Community Dinner</b> this Sunday at <b>4:00 PM</b> — everyone welcome</li><li>Queer &amp; Beloved <b>Grief Support </b>Meeting this Monday at <b>7:00pm</b> — register in advance</li><li><b>Christmas Eve Worship</b> on <b>December 24</b> at <b>7:00 PM and 11:00 PM CST</b></li></ul>If you’re looking for a progressive Christian church, a faith rooted in justice and compassion, or a place where belief turns into action, you’re in the right place. <br />Thanks for listening. We’re glad you’re here. <br />Learn more, connect, or support the work at <b>oaklawn.org</b><br /><br />🙏 Please donate if you are able: <b><a href="https://olumc.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">olumc.org/give</a></b>

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What is Oak Lawn Bulletin?

<b>Oak Lawn Bulletin</b> brings the heart of <b>Oak Lawn United Methodist Church</b> to your ears. Each week we share opportunities for you to participate with the <b>Oak Lawn</b> church community in Dallas, and online. We hope these events and activities bring you closer to God, and help you find connection with others.<br /><br />Church members and allies are welcome to submit bulletin items for the podcast by emailing office(at)olumc.org 🙏 Please donate if you are able: <b><a href="https://olumc.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">olumc.org/give</a></b><b></b>

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