About Osceola Community Church
The Founding of Osceola Community Church
Osceola Community Church’s history began in the late 1970s, when God placed a burden on Jack and Leda Kiefer’s hearts to restore the old, abandoned Presbyterian church building in Osceola. With the help of friends, neighbors, and generous contributions, the building was repaired, cleaned, and rededicated for the Lord’s service on December 18, 1977.
From its very beginning, OCC was established as a non-denominational church, warmly welcoming all who wished to join. The church has never incurred debt, relying instead on God’s provision and the faithful generosity of its people.
Growth and Ministry Expansion
As the congregation grew, the church expanded its facilities, building additions in 1979 and 1985 to provide more space for fellowship and Sunday School. Osceola Community Church has always had a strong heart for missions, offering prayer, encouragement, and financial support to workers around the world.
Leadership Through the Years
In the church’s early years, Pastor Jack led the congregation with dedication until health concerns required him to step back.
In 1991, Greg Mangum—who had been involved with OCC since its beginning—was ordained and became the church’s pastor. Brother Greg faithfully shepherded the church for more than three decades, recognized for his devotion to God’s Word, his service to the community, and his care for people both inside and outside the church. He led until his passing in October 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Following Pastor Greg’s illness, Karry Phillips, a Gideon and member who had been filling the pulpit during Pastor Greg’s health struggles, was called to become OCC’s third pastor in late 2023. Pastor Phillips’ inspiring leadership and vision were essential to the church during a time of transition.
Tragically, Pastor Karry passed away in December 2025. He remains a larger-than-life figure, forever remembered and cherished in the hearts and minds of the church community.
Our Enduring Mission
Through both seasons of growth and times of loss, the mission of Osceola Community Church has remained unchanged:
- To preach and teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ
- To welcome all who come
- To give God the glory in all things
What We Believe
The Bible:
We believe the Old and New Testaments are the inspired, trustworthy Word of God.
God:
We believe in one true God, revealed as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Jesus Christ:
We believe Jesus is the eternal Son of God, fully God and fully man, who lived a sinless life, died for our sins, rose again, and now intercedes for us in heaven.
The Holy Spirit:
We believe the Spirit convicts of sin, gives new life, indwells believers, and empowers us to live holy lives.
Humanity:
We believe all people are sinful by nature and choice and are in need of salvation.
Salvation:
We believe salvation is by God’s grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone—not by works—and that those who are truly saved are secure in Him forever.
Christian Living:
We believe righteous living and good works are the fruit of salvation, not the means of it.
Satan:
We believe Satan is real and active in opposing God and His people.
Christ’s Return:
We believe in the personal, visible return of Jesus Christ.
Eternity:
We believe in the bodily resurrection of all people, with eternal life for the saved and eternal judgment for the unsaved.
Church & State:
We believe the church and civil government have distinct God-given roles and should remain separate.
Priesthood of All Believers:
We believe in the priesthood of all believers, that Christ is our Great High Priest and through Him every born-again person has direct access into God’s presence without the need of a human priest; that the believer has the right and responsibility to personally study and interpret the Scriptures, guided by the Holy Spirit.
The Lordship of Jesus Christ:
We believe in the Lordship of Jesus Christ; that He alone is Head of the Body of Christ.
The Importance of the Local Church:
We believe in the importance of the local church; that a New Testament church is a local assembly of born-again baptized believers united to worship, pray, fellowship, teach, and give testimony, and to actively engage in carrying out the Great Commission.
The Ordinances Given to the Local Church:
We believe the ordinances given to the local church are two: Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
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Pastoral Leadership
Osceola Community Church is currently in a season of transition as we prayerfully seek the next pastor God has prepared for our congregation.
Our church remains firmly committed to the preaching and teaching of God’s Word, fostering Christ-centered relationships, and serving our community with faithfulness and love. During this time, pulpit supply and church leadership are working together to ensure continuity in worship, ministry, and care for our church family.
We are in the process of finalizing our pastoral job profile and beginning the search for a permanent pastor. We invite you to join us in prayer as we seek the Lord’s guidance for the next chapter in the life of Osceola Community Church.
If you are interested in being considered for the pastoral position, please submit your résumé and any supporting materials to info@osceolacc.org.
Join Us
We would love for you to join us for worship this Sunday!
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