I'm Game

Are You Ready to Take Your Next Step?

Nate Burns • Lead Pastor
July 17, 2026

5 Minute Read

What if this is the month you stop watching from the sidelines and step into all God has for you?

I don’t know about you, but I love baseball. In fact, going to baseball games has been a very meaningful tradition in our family. Our goal is to visit as many Major League Baseball Parks as we can and we’re currently gearing up for a road trip with them to go visit three different cities in the next couple weeks. We’re going to start at Comiskey Park (yes, I know the name changed...but nostalgia means something right?), we’ll continue up the coast of Lake Michigan to Milwaukee to catch a Brewers game, and will venture through dairy country to see the Twins. We’d greatly appreciate your prayers as we travel, make memories, and enjoy being together over these next couple weeks!

As we get ready to hit the road, I just can’t help but sing John Fogerty’s classic song Centerfield.

Put Me In Coach...
I’m ready to play...
Today.
Look at me...
I can be...
Centerfield.

As our staff has been praying about what God would have us do this fall, the song is staying in my head because I love the real message of the song.

The singer sees that there’s more joy in being on the field than in the dugout. He’s desperate to get his chance to show that he can contribute to the team, not just in the future, but today. Not just in any position, but in Centerfield. Right in the thick of the action!

Throughout August, our I'm Game series is an invitation to do the same in our Faith Lives. Whether your next step is to grow, serve, give, lead, or be baptized, we believe God has something just for you.

Our Kids and Teens Are Game To Level Up

We step up to the plate on August 2 with Promotion Sunday, as our children and students move into their new classes and begin a new ministry year.

Are you game to grow in your personal spiritual formation this year?

August 5 at 6:30 PM, we celebrate our Midweek Kickoff!

Join us for First Wednesday Worship that night and each First Wednesday service through the end of the year.

Are you game to see your families lock into the year by centering their weeks on learning more about Jesus?

Get your students plugged in with NazKids and NazStudents and join one of our groups!.

Bring the whole family as we launch a new season of Wednesday night ministries. Midweek is a great place to build relationships, grow in your faith, and stay encouraged by others throughout the week.

Find A Group

Are You Game To Go Deeper?

If you’re new to Mustang Naz join us August 9th 9:00 AM for Breakfast with the Pastors. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our church and meet our pastoral Team. Following worship, our group leaders are hosting a Ministry Fair will help you discover small groups and serving opportunities where you can use your gifts to make a difference.

We’ll follow that morning up on Wednesday August 12 with Discover Mustang Naz at 6:30 PM. learn more about who we are, what we believe, and how you can become part of our church family.

Next Steps

Are You Game For Joining A Global Movement?

To hear some of our latest mission work, join us August 16 for Breakfast at 9:30 AM in our Gym. We’ll be welcoming Missionaries Chris and Courtney Troutman and Pastors Chase and Hannah Matson. The Troutmans are overseas missionaries for the Church of the Nazarene with extensive work and experience in Mongolia, and the Matsons are planting The Commons Church of the Nazarene right here in Oklahoma City. It’ll be a great morning to see all of the places and all of the ways God is changing lives through the Church of the Nazarene!

Mustang Naz On Mission

Are You Game To Go Public With Your Faith?

We're celebrating Family Sunday a week early on August 23, and one of the highlights will be baptisms. If you've placed your faith in Jesus but have never been baptized, this is your opportunity to go public with your faith. Baptism is a beautiful declaration that your life belongs to Christ. Have you decided it's time to take that step?

I'm Interested In Baptism

Are You Game To Join The Team?

Finally, on August 30, we'll conclude the series with a challenge to join something new in the life of our church. Every follower of Jesus has a purpose, and every person has a place to serve. God hasn't called us to sit on the sidelines. He's called us into the Game. We pray that everyone will find a place to belong, serve, and grow this fall.

Email Serve@MustangNaz.org

We believe there's a place for you at Mustang Naz.

I'm Game. Are you?

-Pastor Nate

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July 17, 2026 • 5 Minute Read

I'm Game

What if this is the month you stop watching from the sidelines and step into all God has for you? I don’t know about you, but I love baseball. In fact, going to baseball games has been a very meaningful tradition in our family. Our goal is to visit as many Major League Baseball Parks as we can and we’re currently gearing up for a road trip with them to go visit three different cities in the next couple weeks. We’re going to start at Comiskey Park (yes, I know the name changed...but nostalgia means something right?), we’ll continue up the coast of Lake Michigan to Milwaukee to catch a Brewers game, and will venture through dairy country to see the Twins. We’d greatly appreciate your prayers as we travel, make memories, and enjoy being together over these next couple weeks! As we get ready to hit the road, I just can’t help but sing John Fogerty’s classic song Centerfield. Put Me In Coach... I’m ready to play... Today. Look at me... I can be... Centerfield. As our staff has been praying about what God would have us do this fall, the song is staying in my head because I love the real message of the song. The singer sees that there’s more joy in being on the field than in the dugout. He’s desperate to get his chance to show that he can contribute to the team, not just in the future, but today. Not just in any position, but in Centerfield. Right in the thick of the action! Throughout August, our I'm Game series is an invitation to do the same in our Faith Lives. Whether your next step is to grow, serve, give, lead, or be baptized, we believe God has something just for you. Our Kids and Teens Are Game To Level Up We step up to the plate on August 2 with Promotion Sunday, as our children and students move into their new classes and begin a new ministry year. Are you game to grow in your personal spiritual formation this year? August 5 at 6:30 PM, we celebrate our Midweek Kickoff! Join us for First Wednesday Worship that night and each First Wednesday service through the end of the year. Are you game to see your families lock into the year by centering their weeks on learning more about Jesus? Get your students plugged in with NazKids and NazStudents and join one of our groups!. Bring the whole family as we launch a new season of Wednesday night ministries. Midweek is a great place to build relationships, grow in your faith, and stay encouraged by others throughout the week.Find A Group Are You Game To Go Deeper? If you’re new to Mustang Naz join us August 9th 9:00 AM for Breakfast with the Pastors. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our church and meet our pastoral Team. Following worship, our group leaders are hosting a Ministry Fair will help you discover small groups and serving opportunities where you can use your gifts to make a difference. We’ll follow that morning up on Wednesday August 12 with Discover Mustang Naz at 6:30 PM. learn more about who we are, what we believe, and how you can become part of our church family.Next Steps Are You Game For Joining A Global Movement? To hear some of our latest mission work, join us August 16 for Breakfast at 9:30 AM in our Gym. We’ll be welcoming Missionaries Chris and Courtney Troutman and Pastors Chase and Hannah Matson. The Troutmans are overseas missionaries for the Church of the Nazarene with extensive work and experience in Mongolia, and the Matsons are planting The Commons Church of the Nazarene right here in Oklahoma City. It’ll be a great morning to see all of the places and all of the ways God is changing lives through the Church of the Nazarene!Mustang Naz On Mission Are You Game To Go Public With Your Faith? We're celebrating Family Sunday a week early on August 23, and one of the highlights will be baptisms. If you've placed your faith in Jesus but have never been baptized, this is your opportunity to go public with your faith. Baptism is a beautiful declaration that your life belongs to Christ. Have you decided it's time to take that step?I'm Interested In Baptism Are You Game To Join The Team? Finally, on August 30, we'll conclude the series with a challenge to join something new in the life of our church. Every follower of Jesus has a purpose, and every person has a place to serve. God hasn't called us to sit on the sidelines. He's called us into the Game. We pray that everyone will find a place to belong, serve, and grow this fall.Email Serve@MustangNaz.org We believe there's a place for you at Mustang Naz. I'm Game. Are you? -Pastor Nate

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Weekly Update June 24th

Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Wednesday, June 24th Parents Night Out is from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. NazStudents will meet @ 6:30 PM in the Youth Room (Room 308) Pastor Steve Ruby - 1st Corinthians study in room 301. Fostering Our Village is open from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. Use the north west entrance. Thursday, June 25th Fireworks Fundraiser - Visit Fireworks Central to learn how to support our teens as they raise funds for key spiritual formation trips like camp, NYC, Fall Retreat, and more. Sunday, June 28th NazKids VBS Finale is this Sunday. We’ll still check in at 9:30 AM for our final VBS activities before our celebration service in the sanctuary at 10:30 AM. We’ll sing VBS songs and our NazKids Pastoral team will lead our message that morning. Sunday School Groups meet at 9:30 AM and Worship Service is at 10:30 AM. Click here for help finding a group if you haven’t joined one already. Freedom Celebration is Sunday, June 28th at Salyer Lake Camp. The gate opens at 3:00 PM and we’ll enjoy a fireworks show after dark. There will be waterfront activities all afternoon and food will be available for purchase at the camp or you can pack your own. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, etc. Upcoming Events SWOK Youth Camp - Early registration ends July 1st Fall Kickoff - On August 2nd we’ll begin locking in for the school year. We’ll be promoting our NazKids and Students to their next grades for classes and we’ll be starting a sermon series called “I’m Game.” This series will help us look at how each of us can get more involved in the mission and vision of how we live out being the church here at Mustang Naz!New here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message Watch last week’s sermon 👇Watch Now Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city and around the world possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sunday School Groups are at 9:30 AM & Worship Service is at 10:30 AM 700 E State Hwy 152, Mustang, OK 73064 See you soon! -Pastor Nate

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June 17, 2026 • 2 Minute Read

Weekly Update June 17

Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Wednesday, June 17th Kids Camp - No on campus NazKids Programming. NazStudents will meet @ 6:30 PM in the Youth Room (Room 308) Pastor Steve Ruby - 1st Corinthians study in room 301. Fostering Our Village is open from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. Use the north west entrance. Saturday, June 20th Food Pantry is open this Saturday and will be serving lunch from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Everyone is welcome! Sunday, June 21th NazKids VBS Continues! Check in begins at 9:20 AM and the VBS experience goes through 11:30 AM. Sunday School Groups meet at 9:30 AM and Worship Service is at 10:30 AM. Click here for help finding a group if you haven’t joined one already. Happy Father’s Day! We have a small gift for all of the dads who join us. Thanks for everything you all do! Upcoming Events Kids Camp - Continues through Thursday June 18th. Click here for all of the Kids Camp Essentials Fireworks Fundraiser - Visit Fireworks Central to learn how to support our teens as they raise funds for key spiritual formation trips like camp, NYC, Fall Retreat, and more. Freedom Celebration - Sunday, June 28th at Salyer Lake. SWOK Youth Camp - Early registration ends July 1stNew here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message Watch last week’s sermon 👇Watch Now Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city and around the world possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sunday School Groups are at 9:30 AM & Worship Service is at 10:30 AM 700 E State Hwy 152, Mustang, OK 73064 See you soon! -Pastor Nate

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June 10, 2026 • 2 Minute Read

Weekly Update June 10

Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Wednesday, June 10th Family Swim Night! 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Firework Fundraiser Meeting - Wednesday, June 10th at 6:30 pm in room 308. Pastor Steve Ruby - 1st Corinthians study in room 301. Sunday, June 14th NazKids VBS Continues! Check in begins at 9:20 AM and the VBS experience goes through 11:30 AM. Sunday School Groups meet at 9:30 AM and Worship Service is at 10:30 AM. Click here for help finding a group if you haven’t joined one already. Upcoming Events Kids Camp - Begins next Monday June 15th. Click here for all of the Kids Camp Essentials Food Pantry - Open June 20th and serving lunch 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Fireworks Fundraiser - Visit Fireworks Central to learn how to support our teens as they raise funds for key spiritual formation trips like camp, NYC, Fall Retreat, and more. Freedom Celebration - Sunday, June 28th at Salyer Lake. SWOK Youth Camp - Early registration ends July 1stNew here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message Watch last week’s sermon 👇Watch Now Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sunday School Groups are at 9:30 AM & Worship Service is at 10:30 AM 700 E State Hwy 152, Mustang, OK 73064 See you soon! -Pastor Nate

Nate Burns

Lead Pastor

June 3, 2026 • 1 Minute Read

Weekly Update June 3rd

Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Wednesday, June 3rd Parents Night Out! 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Pastor Steve Ruby - 1st Corinthians study in room 301. Saturday, June 6th Food Pantry - Open and serving lunch 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Upcoming Events Firework Fundraiser Meeting - Wednesday, June 10th at 6:30 pm in room 308. Freedom Celebration - Sunday, June 28th at Salyer Lake. SWOK Youth Camp - Registration due by July 1stNew here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message Watch last week’s sermon 👇Watch Now Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sunday School Groups are at 9:30 AM & Worship Service is at 10:30 AM 700 E State Hwy 152, Mustang, OK 73064 See you soon! -Pastor Nate

Nate Burns

Lead Pastor

May 24, 2026 • 3 Minute Read

On Mission Updates

Here's how Mustang Naz is On Mission This Month Here’s the central hub of how you can get connected with mission projects with our church! A Place For All A Place For All hosts a booth at the Newcastle farmers' market where they hand out Bibles, pocket-sized New Testaments with Proverbs and Psalms, Christian Living books, and small items for kids (rubber ducks, “baby” Jesus, notebooks, etc). All of these items are acquired through donations. Not a weekend goes by that someone doesn’t come up to our booth and find the exact Bible or book that they are looking for or need for something going on in their lives. It’s amazing to see God working so powerfully through our little booth! Food Pantry Join us on June 6th for our First Saturday Pantry lunch! We’ll be serving pulled pork sandwiches and all the fixins, and we’d love for you to come enjoy a meal, connect with others, and spend time with our visitors. Join us for this opportunity to share community, kindness, and good conversation. Bring a friend and come hang out—we’d love to see you there. Fostering Our Village Our mission is to empower and support foster, adoptive and displaced families in our community. We are dedicated to making a positive impact by providing cost-free clothing, toys, and other essential items to those in need. Our commitment is to bridge the gap between resources and families, ensuring that they have the tools and support necessary to thrive. The Shop will be open Wednesday Nights from 5:30 - 7:30 PM starting June 3rd. Friends Of Western Heights We will be collecting donations to help provide backpacks for students at Greenvale Elementary. School supplies go on sale early in the summer—especially during June and July—so we invite you to give now to help us prepare. Thank you for supporting these children and helping them start the school year equipped and encouraged. Jubilee Partners Jubilee Partners is hosting a Back To School Literacy Camp. Dates are July 27th - August 6th. Sessions will meet Monday - Thursday from 1:00 - 3:00 PM Ideally, volunteers can commit to at least one of the two weeks, though we’re also happy to welcome anyone who is only available for one or two afternoons. Any help is greatly appreciated.Visit Jubilee Partners Reaching Our City Join Us For a fun and meaningful night at OKC Topgolf as we support the life-changing work of Reaching Our City! Date: June 16th Location: Topgolf Oklahoma City This Topgolf event is more than a great night out—it’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger. Every swing helps create stronger families and healthier communities.Sign Up TodayNew here? We'd love to connect. Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sunday School Groups are at 9:30 AM & Worship Service is at 10:30 AM 700 E State Hwy 152 Mustang, OK 73064 See you soon! -Pastor Nate

Nate Burns

Lead Pastor