Transforming Prayer

Transforming
Prayer

Schedule a Transforming Prayer session or request more information.

Transforming Prayer is a process designed to help you identify core beliefs about yourself and/or God that are disrupting your walk with Christ and having a negative impact on your relationships. The goal is mind renewal and transformation, which is accomplished as we connect with the Holy Spirit and ask Him to bring truth to counter the lies we believe.

Transforming Prayer is not counseling/therapy, a deliverance ministry, or pain management. It is a discipleship ministry tool that helps us cooperate with God as he refines our faith, renews our minds and transforms our lives.

Transformation Prayer ministry is for:

  • People who are hurting and need help now
  • People who are intentionally pursuing personal, spiritual growth
  • People who want to learn it to help disciple others

We use a ministry model that helps us know what questions to ask as we walk with someone through this process. Watch the introductory session with Dr. Ed Smith.

What to Expect

When you meet with your Mentor, your ministry session will include:

  • Orientation on the Transforming Prayer process
  • Participation in an actual prayer session where you receive truth from the Holy Spirit
  • Answers to your questions
  • A recap of the session

Participants in the session will include you, an experienced TPM Mentor, and a prayer partner.

FAQ

Do I need to prepare in advance for a TPM session?

It would be helpful for you to identify and make note of some situations in which you have been emotionally triggered recently. That will provide a starting point for the session. You can read the Transformation Prayer overview and watch an introduction video here.

Is my TPM session confidential?

Yes. Information that is shared during the ministry session stays in the session and will not be disclosed without the sharer’s permission.

How will I know TPM is working for me?

In the session you will identify a belief that feels true, though it isn’t actually true. Examples: I am unlovable, I am never good enough, I am trapped, etc. After you have shared that with the Lord, asked for His perspective, and taken some time to let Him speak to your heart, your Mentor will ask you if that belief still feels true. If it no longer feels true, then we can assume that God moved in your heart to replace the lie with His truth.

More simply, the lie you identified will no longer feel true, and circumstances that had been triggering reactions in you, no longer do.

TPM Testimonies

“I struggled for almost 10 years believing I didn’t deserve forgiveness or love from another person… I was able to heal through TPM in a way traditional counseling was unable to do for me.” 

I am so grateful for the increasing measure of love, joy, trust and freedom I have in my relationship with God and love how it impacts my relationship to myself and to others.

“Transformation Prayer has become a way of life for me. I am able to not have the errors in my heart affect my relationships as they used to. I am able to more naturally be who I really am with the people who are important to me.”

“I have used Transforming Prayer to address many lies in me that I absorbed during my formative years. Mostly in how I view myself and my circumstances. By uncovering them and bringing them to Jesus allowed Him to speak truth to my heart and replace these lies with what He says is true.”

Additional Discipleship Opportunities

  • We highly recommend the books, articles, and videos available online for self-study.
  • We have a 13-week training course for those interested in learning how to offer this ministry to others as a mentor.

Questions

Email transformingprayer@oakpointe.org with any questions.

Women

Oak Pointe Women

Growing in our relationship with Jesus and others

Women’s Studies & Groups

Onsite Studies

Please join us for one of our Women’s Bible Studies. The study itself is free, but you cover the cost of your materials. You will receive a link in the confirmation email to order the book from. We have a few different study options for you to choose from listed below.

Offsite Groups

We have ongoing women’s life groups meeting offsite in homes and coffee shops throughout our communities. There are several studies and opportunities to meet women and build authentic relationships. Email women@oakpointe.org and we’ll help you find the one just right for you!

Questions?

Email women@oakpointe.org to find out more about our women’s ministry.

Prayer

Prayer

We believe that prayer is vital to our ministry and our lives.

Prayer Groups

In-Service Prayer

Sunday 9:15 or 11:15 am

There’s a team of people who pray during each of our weekend services. We pray for the teaching pastor, the people listening to the message, the kids, students, and everything else that’s going on during the service. Join us in the Prayer Room (Room 146) before service.

Tuesday Night Prayer

Tuesday 7:00-8:30 pm in the Prayer Room (room 146)

During this time of prayer and worship, we sit in God’s love and presence as we pray for the needs of our church family, our community, and one another.

Saturday Morning Prayer

Saturday 10:30 am–12:00 pm

We meet at a home in South Lyon to pray together using the ACTS Prayer Model (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication). Email Edna (ednafeingold@yahoo.com) for more information.

Outreach Prayer

If you’d like to be part of a team that prays specifically for Oak Pointe events, email Beth (beth.swis@oakpointe.org). You’ll then receive emails with info on upcoming events and details on what to pray for.

Transforming Prayer

by appointment

Transforming Prayer is a process designed to help you identify core beliefs about yourself and/or God that are disrupting your walk with Christ and having a negative impact on your relationships. The goal is mind renewal and transformation, which is accomplished as we connect with the Holy Spirit and ask Him to bring truth to counter the lies we believe. Please note that this is not counseling but a mentoring relationship that seeks to ultimately teach individuals how to pray through issues independently and adapt it as a spiritual discipline.

Prayer Shield

Be a part of a great support system by praying for our pastors and staff. You’ll receive updates with specific prayer requests so you’ll know what to pray for.

Questions?

Connect with Beth Swis, our Prayer Coordinator, at beth.swis@oakpointe.org.

Missionary Prayer Calendar

Join us in praying for our missionaries! Download the monthly prayer calendar.

Share Your Prayer Request

If you have a special need that we can pray for, please let us know by filling out the form. We would like to have as many people at Oak Pointe pray for you as possible. At the same time, we realize you may need your information kept confidential. Please choose the prayer option that best fits your needs.

ReNew

ReNew

Helping you pursue spiritual growth and healing during life’s struggles.

ReNew Groups

Starting September 2025

We understand that everyone’s journey is unique, and that’s why ReNew offers a range of resources and programs tailored to meet you where you are. Whether you’re grappling with personal issues, seeking deeper spiritual growth, or in need of healing, ReNew is here to help.

Grief Share

A hope-filled group for grieving adults designed to assist healing after the devastating loss of a loved one. It’s a safe place for you to share your story and experience the relief of knowing you are not alone.

DivorceCare

A Christ-centered divorce support group for men and women who are separated or divorced. Come and share; take some steps forward and start living again.

E511

A Bible-based men’s sexual addiction recovery program whose goals are to reveal the harmful effects of pornography and sexual addictions, rescue those who are struggling in those areas, and restore men to a life of peace, purpose, and passion.

Her Story

A support group for women who have experienced betrayal through adultery, pornography, or the sexual addiction of a spouse or partner. Grieve, trust, forgive, and find hope again.

Transforming Prayer Group

A group that provides both individual sessions and group training to support believers to be intentional about pursuing help from God in reframing wrong beliefs and self-serving motivations that tend to influence us to choose something other than God to manage our emotional pain.

If you’re interested in learning more or making an appointment to receive Transforming prayer, you can do so here.

Questions

Contact Christina Long at christina.long@oakpointe.org or 248.912.0043

Life Studies

Life Studies

Deeply change your relationship with God and others.

Listening Well

Listening is the most impactful way we can show others that we care. Learn how to listen to others with deeper understanding and compassion, and have conversations that matter! This study will help you improve your personal and professional relationships. Join us this fall on October 9, 16, and 23.

Young Married Life Groups

Marriage is beautiful and full of moments of refinement. We are offering a few different Life Group options for married couples in order to strengthen their marriage and spend time with God, each other, and other couples.

Living Well

The Christian faith is supposed to produce deep, positive change in a person’s life, so why doesn’t it always work that way? There’s a critical link between our spiritual and emotional health. If it remains undiscovered (and unhealthy), the result will affect our spirituality and, ultimately, how we love others. Living Well will help you know and love the Lord, others and yourself better. This study used the Emotionally Healthy Discipleship (EHD) curriculum by Pete and Geri Scazzero.

Life Groups are encouraged to consider this study to help their groups members grow deeper in Christ and in relationships with each other. We can provide a coach for support and guidance.

Living Well 2

As you pursue healthy relationships, there are a few sets of skills that would aid us in the journey. This study partners with Living Well to learn and practice skills that will help you develop Holy relationships. Consider doing this study with your Life Group.

Questions?

Christina Long would love to connect with you and answer any questions. Email christina.long@oakpointe.org

ESL

Multiethnic – ESL

English as a Second Language

Winter/Spring 2025 Registration Now Open!

Conversation and Bible Studies are available in both evening and daytime classes. All international friends are welcome! Daytime classes offer childcare at a minimal childcare fee on a prepaid basis.

There are 3 opportunities. You may choose multiple classes.

Men’s & Women’s ESL Conversation & Bible Study Classes

17 Tuesdays: 7:00-8:30 pm • Free Class • No Childcare available
January 21 – June 3, 2025 (No classes on Feb 18, Apr 1 and Apr 8)

3 Conversation Levels – Topics:  Business English & General Topics
1. Beginners 2. Intermediate 3. Advanced

3 Bible Studies
1. What is the Bible? (for first-time bible learners)
2. Journey through the Bible (for continued learners/seekers)
3. Grow in Christ (for Christians)

Women’s ESL Conversation Classes

8 Friday mornings: Regular class 10:00-11:30 am • Free Class | Easter Event Apr 11
2nd & 4th Fridays: January 24, 2025 – June 6, 2025 (No class on Feb 14 and Mar 28)

Childcare: 2-Step Process – You must complete Childcare Registration after ESL Sign Up.

Cost for 8 sessions: $40 for one child, $48 for two children and $56 for three children

Adults – 3 Conversation Levels
1. Beginners 2. Intermediate 3. Advanced

Women’s ESL Bible Study – Friday Mornings

9 Friday morning regular classes including 4/11 Easter Special Event
1st, 3rd & 5th Fridays: January 17 – May 30, 2025

3 Bible Studies
1. What is the Bible? (for first-time bible learners)
2. Journey through the Bible (for continued learners/seekers)
3. Grow in Christ (for Christians)

Childcare: $40 for one child prepaid for the entire fall | $60 for 2 children in a family prepaid. Accepted on a first come first serve basis.

Join the ESL Team

Help share the Gospel and/or teach practical English and American culture/customs in a friendly group setting to international friends.

Bibles & Resources Support

We hope to give a Bible to all of our international friends seeking the Word of God. The fund is to be used for English and foreign language Bibles and Bible study resources.

Questions?

Contact Michi Hotta-King at michi.hottaking@oakpointe.org or 248-912-0043