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For more than 20 years, OKC First Church of the Nazarene has dreamed and hoped for a facility like the Cole Community Center – a place to reach out to those around us and a place for growth and fellowship. Now that hope is in the neighborhood! The total cost to build the Cole Community Center is just over $3 million. Thanks to the generosity of Wilma Cole, all the initial architectural plans, site preparation, and external construction has been completed. What an amazing gift this is to OKC First for the glory of God and the benefit of our community!
 
In March 2010, the church asked its members to pledge towards the cost of the building beyond the normal tithes and offerings. This added an additional nearly half a million dollars from a vast majority of our families and individuals, even including some seed faith gifts from our children. They can already see that their lives will be impacted and improved through the Cole Community Center!
 
The church board is committed to pay for the building without incurring long-term debt, a prudent decision in this economy. We believe God will use all of us, including some unknown to us now, to accomplish this as God continues to provide for the church and the community.
 
Now we need your help. We invite members and former members, as well as citizens who simply care about the community, to step forward and invest in completing the Cole Community Center. Together we can bring this long-awaited dream to reality. If you would like to speak to someone about making a difference through the Cole Community Center construction, contact Pastor Jon Middendorf at the church office, 405-843-9588 or John Martin at 405-659-2131. Through your gift, you may also choose to remember a loved one through a fitting memorial. If giving by check, please make checks payable to OKC First Foundation. Or if you prefer, you may give online.
 
Hope is in the neighborhood!

Creative Giving Options

Recognizing that the initial gift for the Cole Community Center was not cash; but land from the estate of Wilma Cole we want you to be aware of the many creative ways you might contribute to this exciting project. Find out how to contribute in unique and creative ways that do not involve writing a check!
click here to explore Creative Giving Options
The Cole Community Center is a ministry of OKC First Church of the Nazarene