Who We Are

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We are an “open and affirming congregation,” and have made a public covenant of welcome to persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

Based in Penticton, Oasis is a member congregation of the United Church of Canada. We offer both in person and online participation in our services.

Oasis United Church was formed in 2008 as a response to a community’s vision. This is our mission:

  • Rooted in Christian hospitality, we are an oasis for all who seek a safe place for spiritual deepening.
  • We welcome all to this community of inclusion, learning and compassion.
  • People matter.
  • We commit to the wellness of our world, and work for reconciliation with all of creation.

Our Leadership Team holds decision making responsibility and is committed to ensuring that the mission and values of the congregation are supported.

Minister

Keri Wehlander

Keri is an author and editor of several books. She is also a hymnwriter, and her hymns are included in collections in both Canada and the U.S.

She is a spiritual director and enjoys exploring the ways that faith and creative expression intersect.

Feel free to contact Keri for spiritual support, questions about Oasis, or questions about the United Church of Canada in general.

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Worship Team

The Worship Team takes turns leading worship at Oasis.

Karen Coogan
Karen Coogan
Gail Dennis Moisey
Gail Dennis Moisey
Margot Newton
Margot Newton
Nancy Wyse
Nancy Wyse

Office Administrator

Ryan Allsbrook

Please contact our Office Administrator, Ryan Allsbrook, regarding:

  • donations
  • room rentals
  • building maintenance concerns
  • communications
  • Oasis’ events
  • our contact information in general

Musician

Sandy Andres

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Worship Tech

Fisher Green

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