In 2008 Charles Walker, and a group of committed Jesus followers, felt compelled to form a community for people who don't go to church as well as for people that attend but are tired of church politics or hierarchy. The Oasis is focusing their efforts on growing a church for people who say it's too boring, too political, or just not relevant to their stressed-out, hectic lives. People sometimes say, "Why bother? There are plenty of churches in West Michigan." Our answer is the same, again and again; "People are thirsty, even if they don't know what they are thirsting for!"

The Oasis Church is going to meet people in their comfort zone with Biblical teaching and messages that deal with their everyday obstacles, hopes and griefs. And we're going to communicate using ways in which they can relate - movies, books, music, media, theater, and creative arts. We do this because God is present in all types of communication and arts!

That's what The Oasis Church is all about. Not only are we passionate about the music and arts, but also our children and students. We believe them to be some of the greatest influencers of our church today and definitely the future leaders. We also treasure our seniors - they mentor us and give us the wisdom we need to stay on track with God's plan for our community.

Whatever your circumstances - single, married, single again, with or without children, retired - and no matter where you've been or what you've done, you matter to God and you will experience the difference here.