Sundays at 9AM | 11AM
Lorain1121 Tower Blvd, Lorain, OH 44052
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We're glad you're here.Lorain has a place for kids of all ages. A safe place to open God’s word, memorize scripture and be discipled.
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Our Lorain campus has a place for your family.
a place for kids to learn about Jesus
Lorain has a place for kids of all ages. A safe place to open God’s word, memorize scripture and be discipled.
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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 Sunday morning at 11am.
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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 LorainOctober 2025
2025 ISRAEL DISCIPLESHIP TOUR
Are you ready to embark on a life-changing journey through the pages of the Bible? We invite you to be a part of our 2025 Israel Tour! When: October 21-30, 2025 Deadlines: Register by July 16 Full Payment Due by July 23 Why make the trek to Israel? Immerse yourself in the land where the Bible’s events took place. Walk ...
(L) AXIOS Students – Weekly
AXIOS Student Ministry When: Axios meets Wednesday Evenings at 6:15 pm – 8 pm. Where: Lorain Campus Who: Students Grades 7–12 At the Lorain 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 ...
GriefShare – Weekly
Where: Elyria Campus, Room 200 When: Every Wednesday at 6:30 pm. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, you’ve probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. GriefShare is a special seminar and support group for people grieving the loss of someone close. This group is sponsored by people who ...
The Purple Book
Runs: September 10 – December 10 When: Wednesdays | 6:30–8PM Where: Lorain Campus This fall, we are devoting Wednesday nights to making disciples! Join us for the Discipleship Adventure as we will use “The Purple Book” to discover what it means to be a disciple and how we can then be equipped to make more disciples! The book is only ...
Pastor Jim Announcement & Lead Pastor Succession Info
Update: September 2025 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 ...
Info for Membership Vote: Revised Bylaws & Property Purchase
Both of the items below have been approved by the Church Governing Board and are being brought forward for a Members’ vote. Voting by church members will be held on November 9, after each service. Item 1 Church of the Open Door – Revised Bylaws • Vote will be on Sunday, November 9, after both services Read Bylaws Revision OverviewRevised ...
November 2025
Mission Trips 2026
We are excited to announce the dates for mission trips that you and your family can participate in for 2026. If you are interested in these trip opportunities, please let us know so we can supply you with information to help you decide if the trip is right for you. DR Winter Sponsor Trip January 21–26 ––– DR Summer Family/Sponsor ...
The Cohort: Module Four
Where: Elyria Campus, Room 200 When: Every Monday, 6:30-8:30pm, beginning September 8. Zoom only meetings: October 13, November 10, December 8 Who: Those who are interested in learning to teach, lead, and dig deeper into their faith in an academic style. Module 4 Content • Satan, Demons, Angels • Doctrine of the Church • Doctrine of the Last Days The ...
(L) Tuesday Morning Prayer – Weekly
Come and have devotions from God’s Word with the people of Open Door’s Lorain Campus as we lift up our people, our city, and their needs in prayer. Over the next few weeks, we’re planning on meeting in multiple locations to pray. Please refer to the dates and locations below: 4/30: Panera (8000 Oak Point Rd, Amherst, OH 44001) west ...
Lorain Family Fall Festival
CELEBRATE FALL WITH YOUR CHURCH FAMILY! When: November 5 at 6:00 pm Where: Lorain Campus Who: All Lorain attendees! As the leaves change and the air grows crisper, we invite you to our annual Family Fall Festival. Delight in our potluck extravaganza, engage in games and activities that promise laughter and camaraderie for all ages. As a token of our ...
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 ...
Night of Worship
When: November 23 at 6:00 pm (doors open at 5:30 pm) Where: Elyria Campus Auditorium Who: Anyone, All Campuses. Invite a friend! We are thrilled to invite you to a special and unifying event we simply call “Night of Worship.” This is where the entire Church of the Open Door family, from all campuses, will come together under one roof ...
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Service Times
Sundays at 9AM & 11AM
