Sundays at 9AM
Avon Lake321 Lear Rd, Avon Lake, OH 44012
Welcome
We're glad you're here.Wherever you’re at in life, we would love to help you take your next steps in following Jesus or discovering Him for the first time.
Sunday Resources
Weekly Bulletin
A Place for Families
Our Avon Lake campus has a place for your family.
a place for kids to learn about Jesus
Here you can feel safe leaving your children in our care. Each classroom offers age-appropriate activities to help children learn about God, connect to others and have fun doing so.
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'AXIOS' Student Ministry explores more about jesus' love for all
Our Student Ministry is a place where anyone and everyone is welcome. We have a culture of inclusive students who love to bring others in and love them well. We are excited to see what God has in store for your family! We currently meet on Wednesday at 6:30 pm.
Our Staff
Avon Lake Leadership Team
Commonly Asked Questions
Got questions? We have answers!We want you and those attending with you to feel welcomed! As you arrive, please just let one of our greeters know that you are “new here.” They will direct you to the Welcome Counter to help you get comfortable, get you a free cup of coffee/tea, and answer any questions you may have.
Upcoming Events
Here's what's happening next at Avon LakeJanuary 2026
Pastor Jim Announcement & Lead Pastor Succession Info
Update: January 2026 Dear Church Family, As we enter a significant season in the life of our church, we are both grateful and expectant. With deep appreciation for the faithful leadership of our current pastor, Jim, we now look ahead to what God has next for our congregation. The baton is being passed, and we have formed a pastoral search ...
Childcare Workers Wanted
Who: You or someone you know When: Various opportunities are available during the days and evenings. Please reach out to us to find the right fit. Here at Open Door, we have a variety of ministries and Bible studies that meet during the week that people love to be a part of, and these ministries are making a difference in ...
Special Needs Ministry
We are seeking to establish a ministry for individuals with special needs at each of our campuses. If you are interested in helping in our special needs ministry, please click the button below to let us know. Thank you for being a friend! I’D LIKE TO BE A FRIEND
Book: Room For Jesus
Click button below to order Pastor Jim’s Christmas children’s book, Room For Jesus ORDER HERE
(ALC) AXIOS Students – Weekly
AXIOS Student Ministry<h/3> When: Axios meets Wednesday Evenings at 6:30 pm. Where: Avon Lake Student Center Who: Students grades 7-12 At the Avon Lake campus, our “Axios” Student Ministry is a place where anyone and everyone is welcome. We have a culture of inclusive students who love to bring others in and love them well. We are excited to see ...
MomCo at Open Door
We understand that being a mom can be challenging. But we know it helps when moms gather together in a community to help and support each other as they share their lives and parenting journey to realize their potential as mothers, women, and leaders in relationship with Jesus. We believe in this simple but revolutionary idea that remarkable things happen ...
Celebrate Recovery: Women’s Step Study
When: Special introductory for women starts Thursday, January 8 at 5:30PM Where: Elyria Campus Student Center (Formerly 800 Building) Just show up, no registration needed! Celebrate Recovery (CR) is not just for people wanting help with a drug or alcohol addiction, it is for anyone dealing with a hurt, a habit or a hang-up. No one who has ever completed ...
Women’s Meet-Up – Perkins (AL)
Who: Avon Lake Women Where: Perkins restaurant (1503 Traveler’s Point, Avon, OH 44011) When: 4th Sunday each month after 9AM service All women are invited to meeting up for lunch for a time of fellowship and encouragement. Children are welcome.
The Cohort: Module Five
Where: Elyria Campus, Room 200 When: Every Monday, 6:30-8:30pm, beginning January 19. (Every third Monday is online) Who: Those who are interested in learning to teach, lead, and dig deeper into their faith in an academic style. Module 5 Content • Old Testament Survey The Cohort is a comprehensive look at Christian Theology and biblical studies, broken down into a ...
February 2026
Monday Moms Meet-up!
When: Every 1st Monday | 9:30-11:30am Where: McDonald’s at Walker & 83 in Avon Lake Who: All moms! No matter your age or stage of life, we welcome all mothers to join us! We’ll gather at McDonald’s while the kids play. This is an opportunity to encourage one another by talking about life, Jesus, and everything in between. See you ...
Adult Ministries Annual Valentines Breakfast
Where: Sugarcreek Restaurant, 5196 Detroit Rd, Sheffield, OH 44035 When: February 7 | 9:30-11:30 am Who: Adult Ministries Cost: $14.99 + Beverage (All you can eat buffet. Pay as you enter) Let’s make Valentine’s Day extra special at our Adult Ministries Valentine’s Breakfast. Pastor Bob will be hosting and leading us in prayer as we savor the joy of being ...
2026 Night To Shine
Join us for a special prom night experience you will never forget! We are so excited to celebrate with you (for the first time) on Friday, February 13, 2026, in Elyria. We can’t wait to see you at Night to Shine at Church of the Open Door in partnership with Open Door Christian Schools (8287 West Ridge Road, Elyria)! We ...
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Service Times
Sundays at 9AM
