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 LorainJune 2026
(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 ...
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 ...
Membership Class – Lorain
This membership class is for those who are interested in taking their next step of belonging to the Open Door Church family. We believe God is at work in His Church in Northeast Ohio, and we are here to invite you to join in the adventure! As we eat lunch together, we will walk through our membership manual and you’ll ...
What A Mess! VBS
When: June 15-19 | 6–8PM Who: Grades K–5; Ages 3–5 (fully potty trained; space is limited) Where: Elyria Campus Jesus loves messy people! What a Mess! VBS is about how Jesus deals with our messes; our sins, our mistakes, and weaknesses. Here’s a glimpse at some of the weeks big ideas: • Why is the world such a messy place? ...
(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 ...
America’s Birthday Breakfast
Where: Sugarcreek Restaurant, 5196 Detroit Rd, Sheffield, OH 44035 When: June 20 | 9:30-11:30 am Who: Adult Ministries, everyone is welcome! Cost: $14.99 + Beverage (All you can eat buffet. Pay as you enter) Pastor Bob Wickens will be hosting and leading us in prayer as we give thanks for God’s blessing and grace that has been given to us ...
Soccer Camp
When: June 22–25 | 6–8PM Who: Ages 8–14 Where: Lorain Campus Cost: $10 Build Soccer Skills & Christ Values At our Christ-centered Youth Soccer camp (ages 8-14), your child will grow both on and off the field. Through fun drills, team competitions, and skill-building sessions, kids will improve their game while also learning what it means to live with purpose, ...
Open Door Booth Volunteers (at Lorain International Festival)
Who: Anyone! Where: Lorain International Festival (Black River Landing, Downtown Lorain) When: Friday, June 26 | 5pm to 11pm Saturday, June 27 | Noon to 11pm Sunday, June 28 | Noon to 5pm Volunteers needed for 2-hour slots Open Door is hosting a booth at this year’s Lorain International Festival! We are looking for volunteers to take 2-hour blocks to ...
July 2026
Family Summer Bash
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, Lorain When: July 18 | 12–3PM Who: Everyone is invited! Save the date… Live Local Music & Performances • Games & Activities for Kids • Food Trucks …AND MORE! Join us in downtown Lorain for the annual Family Summer Bash on Saturday, July 18! This community event offers fun and activities for all ages with live ...
September 2026
Aspire Women’s Event
When: Friday, September 18th | 6:00pm (Doors Open) / 7:00pm (Show Starts) Where: Live at our very own Elyria campus! Who: All women! Cost: $25 General | $35 Reserved / VIP Church of the Open Door is hosting “Aspire” —a one-night event for women on Friday, September 18th at the Elyria campus. It will be a “ladies night out” full ...
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Service Times
Sundays at 9AM & 11AM
