A Place of Refreshment in Moreno Valley
On a wide stretch of Alessandro Boulevard in Moreno Valley, two buildings - C and D - are the weekend home of Oasis Community Church, a congregation that takes its name from the image of a desert spring. The church describes itself as a spiritual refuge, a place of hope, encouragement, and transformation, where weary souls find refreshment in Jesus Christ. Whatever a person's social status, ethnicity, religion, or past, the welcome is the same: come as you are.
Oasis Community Church is part of the Christian Reformed Church (CRC), a denomination that puts great emphasis on the Word of God, the grace of God, and the Kingdom of God. The congregation is diverse, drawn from many different backgrounds of life, and united by the simple conviction that the good news of Jesus Christ needs to be shared with the entire world. Its stated purpose is to lead people who are without Jesus Christ or a church in their lives into a personal relationship with Jesus as their Savior and Lord.
What the Church Believes
Faith at Oasis is rooted in the Bible and centered on Jesus Christ. The church teaches that God's grace meets people where they are but never leaves them there, and that transformation comes through the saving work of Christ alone. A short statement of faith is repeated in both English and Spanish on the church's own pages.
- The Bible. The Bible is the infallible, inspired Word of God and the only rule for faith and daily living.
- The Triune God. One God is revealed in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
- Humanity's Need. All people are sinners and cannot restore fellowship with God by their own power.
- Jesus Christ. In love, God sent His only Son, Jesus Christ, who died for our sins, rose from the dead, and now mediates for us. He will return visibly to judge all people.
- Salvation. God accepts all who repent and trust in the finished work of Jesus Christ as the only basis of salvation.
- The Holy Spirit. Being filled with the Holy Spirit empowers believers to turn from sin and live lives that honor God.
Sundays in Two Languages
Worship at Oasis happens twice on Sunday, in two languages, across two connected buildings on the same property. The English-language Sunday service gathers at 10:00 AM in Building D, with the full band-led worship and practical preaching that the church calls "Heart of Worship." The praise and worship sessions are described as dynamic, the music contemporary, and the preaching grounded in Scripture. The entire service is also offered online at the same hour, so those who cannot be there in person can still join.
At 6:00 PM on Sunday evening, the same property comes alive again for Oasis en Español, the Spanish-language service held in Building C. The Spanish ministry is a complete expression of the church - the same mission and vision, the same statement of faith, and a parallel children's program for newborns through age 12. Music, prayer, and preaching are in Spanish, and families are invited to come exactly as they are.
The Four Drinks: Worship, Ministry, Small Groups, Community Service
Oasis describes its vision with a memorable image. Growing in faith is like drinking from four streams - what the church calls Worship, Ministry, Small Groups, and Community Service. The four show up everywhere, from the Sunday service to the smallest gathering.
Worship at Oasis centers on contemporary Christian music and preaching that is both relevant and practical. Every member of the church is treated as a minister, equipped to use the gifts God has given them. Small groups are woven into the life of the church as a way to study the Bible, pray with others, and find real support. Outreach is treated as the natural overflow of a Christian life, and the church runs quarterly service projects and builds relationships with local schools to keep that outreach close to home.
Children, Sunday School, and Students
Children are a central part of Oasis. The Kids Ministry - Oasis Kids - meets during the services and offers a safe, joyful, and faith-filled environment for children from newborns through age 12. Each week, kids enjoy age-appropriate Bible lessons, engaging worship, and hands-on activities designed to help them understand God's Word and apply it to daily life. Caring volunteers who love Jesus guide the children with kindness.
A separate Sunday School runs alongside, with classes for Nursery and Toddlers, Preschool, K through 2nd grade, and 3rd through 5th grade. The aim, in the words of the church, is to come alongside families in teaching God's Word and to equip kids to shine the love of Christ in their homes, schools, and neighborhoods.
For older students, Oasis Youth meets on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM in Building C, so that middle and high schoolers can worship alongside their families and then head into their own Bible-centered teaching. The youth ministry is called Rooted, and its purpose is to help students become young men and women who honor God and are "Rooted" in Christ. A second gathering happens on Friday nights. Friday Night Youth meets at 7:00 PM and is open to all 6th through 12th graders for a night of fun, worship, connection, and lasting friendships. The youth ministry is led by Yvonne Edgin and Heather Livings.
Men and Women
Two distinct ministries serve the adults of Oasis. The Men's Ministry is built around brotherhood, biblical teaching, prayer, and service. The church invites men of all ages - young and old - to gather as men of God, grow in Christ and His Word, and then put legs on what they have learned. A favorite verse for the group is Proverbs 27:17, "As iron sharpens iron, one man sharpens another." The Men's Ministry meets for breakfast and fellowship, and the contact for the ministry is Nathan Rivera.
The Women's Ministry exists to encourage, equip, and empower women of all ages to grow in their faith and walk with Jesus. Through Bible study, fellowship events, prayer groups, and service opportunities, women build genuine friendships, study God's Word, and serve together in love. The group draws on Proverbs 31:25, "She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come," and 1 Thessalonians 5:11, "Therefore encourage one another and build each other up." Offerings include Women's Coffee Break, and the ministry is woven into the wider small group life of the church.
Reaching the Neighborhood: Oasis Food Alliance
Faith in action is the heartbeat of Oasis's community outreach. Two regular Saturday gatherings take place at the church for the wider neighborhood. The Oasis Food Alliance hands out free groceries every Saturday from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. The initiative is open to all, no questions asked, and is the church's way of providing tangible support to neighbors who need it.
On the fourth Saturday of each month, the same Saturday morning slot, 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM, becomes a Free Community Breakfast. It's a time to enjoy a warm meal, connect with others, and experience the hospitality of the Oasis church family. Volunteers are a regular part of both programs, and the church welcomes anyone who would like to serve.
Prayer and Wednesday Bible Study
Prayer is taken seriously at Oasis. The Prayer Warriors, a dedicated prayer team, meets each Monday evening at 6:00 PM in the Ministry Center's Youth Center. They gather to pray over the prayer concerns identified on the previous Sunday's attendance sheet, and over every request submitted through the church's prayer request form. The group is led by Fancye Williams and is open to everyone. The church's teaching on prayer is straightforward: prayer is a two-way channel of communication with God, the believer's authority is enforced in prayer, and a prayer-less Christian is a powerless one.
Wednesday evenings bring a weekly Bible study in Building C at 7:00 PM. The study is open to anyone who wants to dig into the Word together, ask honest questions, and grow with others in the same season of life.
Getting Connected in Moreno Valley
For those thinking of visiting, Oasis keeps things simple. Sunday mornings gather at 10:00 AM in Building D, with the entire service also streamed online at the same time. The address is 23750 Alessandro Blvd., Moreno Valley, CA 92553, and parking is on site. The Spanish service follows in the evening at 6:00 PM in Building C. Children's programs run during both services, and newcomers can plan a visit through the church's own page.
The church office is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and can be reached at (951) 653-0737 or oasis_church@msn.com. The mailing address is P.O. Box 7569, Moreno Valley, CA 92552. Giving is offered online, by Zelle, by text, in the offering on Sunday, or by mail in a pre-addressed envelope. Baptism is celebrated as a public declaration of faith, and anyone who has made a personal decision to follow Jesus - children, teens, or adults - is welcome to be baptized.
For Oasis Community Church, the desert metaphor is more than a name. It is a promise that no one has to make the journey alone.