CBF Oklahoma strives to be the presence of Christ in Oklahoma and the world! WHO WE ARE
1. By cooperating, we can accomplish more together than on our own.
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The Cooperating Baptist Fellowship of Oklahoma (CBFOK) is a recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organization composed of individual Christians, partnering churches and other entities adhering to historic Baptist distinctives. "Cooperating"
In Baptist polity, every church and every entity stands autonomous, capable of choosing its own leaders and adopting its own policies and procedures. In this autono
my, there is freedom; however, we as Baptists see the benefits of working together rather than in isolation. "Baptist"
Early in the 1600s, the Baptist movement was born. Conflict and persecution in Europe led our foremothers and forefathers to espouse and hold on to what have become known as the Baptist Distinctives, or Four Fragile Freedoms:
Soul Freedom – We believe in the priesthood of all believers. We affirm the freedom and responsibility of every person to relate directly to God without the imposition of creed or the control of clergy or government. Bible Freedom – We believe in the authority of Scripture. We believe the Bible, under the Lordship of Christ, is central to the life of the individual and the church. We affirm the freedom and right of every Christian to interpret and apply scripture under the leadership of the Holy Spirit. Church Freedom – We believe in the autonomy of every local church. We believe Baptist churches are free, under the Lordship of Christ, to determine their membership and leadership, to order their worship and work, to ordain whomever they perceive as gifted for ministry, and to participate as they deem appropriate in the larger Body of Christ. Religious Freedom – We believe in freedom of religion, freedom for religion, and freedom from religion. We support the separation of church and state.
3. "Fellowship"
The CBFOK is not a convention of Churches; rather, it is a fellowship including both individuals as well as churches and other institutions. There are a number of people in Oklahoma who partner with us, but do not belong to a CBF affiliated church.
4. "of Oklahoma"
Even before its incorporation in 1992, critics have asked, “Why does Oklahoma need another Baptist body?” Put simply, the CBFOK provides a Baptist presence and voice other Baptist entities do not offer. This voice speaks for, but is not limited to: Freedom in both biblical interpretation and congregational governance; the participation of women and men in every aspect of church leadership and ministry; and religious liberty for all people. COMMON BELIEFS
While CBF OK does not mandate a creed among churches or individuals, there are general common beliefs:
> The separation of Church and State.
> Religious liberty for all.
> Every believer is a priest, fully capable of being both approached by God and responding to God individually.
> Freedom under God for all to exercise the gifts of the Spirit.
> Intellectual freedom within a non-creedal faith.
> Inspiration and authority of the Scriptures in matters of faith and practice.
> Every Baptist body is autonomous, independent, and free to determine its own practices, policies, and leadership.
> Living and working in comity toward transforming the kingdom of this world into the Kingdom of God.
> God reaches to the world through the way exemplified through Jesus Christ. VALUES
We value missional focus and connection. This has been a priority of our Fellowship since its inception. CBFOK has partnered in international mission endeavors in Barcelona, Spain, and has found domestic opportunities for service and mission in the Rio Grande Valley, with Hispanic church starters in western Kansas, and with the Oklahoma Indian American Baptist Association in western Oklahoma. We value, bless, and affirm both women and men leaders, lay and clergy. We have encouraged churches to consider women in their staffing decisions and have worked to create opportunities for both women and men to preach in the worship context. We have sought to create a leadership model in our own organization that mirrors that of many of our participating churches in which both women and men serve as leader/servants with equal status alongside one another. We value healthy and vibrant partnerships. CBFOK seeks to partner with a variety of groups to spread good news. We seek partnerships with local churches, parachurch ministries, and with our national organizations. These relationships are characterized by a spirit of mutual respect, openness, and cooperation as determined by the Coordinating Council. HOPE FOR THE FUTURE
We hope to support our local churches through lay leadership initiatives, including strong and healthy deacon ministries. We hope to continue to support contextual, meaningful, and transformational local and global mission efforts. We hope to continue our healthy church initiatives, providing intentional care for ministerial health, church health, and building healthy church starts. We hope to continue young adult ministries, providing space, care, and support for young Baptists as they discern God’s calling for their lives.
06/14/2026
Spring Creek Baptist Church is a different kind of Baptist church in Oklahoma. We are resolute in our affirmation and support of women in ministry.
We are grateful for the many remarkable women who have said yes to God’s call to ministry and found in Spring Creek a welcoming community where their significant gifts could be expressed and celebrated. They have made us better. And we are fortunate to have four remarkable women serving as ministers in our congregation even now, whose passion for ministry and clear calling from God is unmistakable and undeniable.
If you are in the Oklahoma City area and are interested in a different kind of Baptist church, come and check us out. We’d love to meet you.
04/28/2026
CBF has received a $1,000,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its Hope After the Storm initiative to launch the Disaster Ready Church Program—helping congregations become stronger, more prepared anchors in their communities.
Keep reading below to see how churches are being trained, resourced and equipped to respond with care and readiness when disaster hits.
The 2026 Spring Gathering was fantastic! It is always a joy to be together with our CBF family. Special thanks to our gracious hosts from NorthHaven Church, as well as our speakers Rick Bennett & Jakob Topper. We hope you join us next year!
01/29/2026
The Cooperating Baptist Fellowship of Oklahoma invites you to the 2026 Spring Gathering on March 1st in Norman.
Our theme this year will be WAKE UP, SLEEPER! The theme verse is from Ephesians 5:14:
“Wake up, sleeper,
rise from the dead,
and Christ will shine on you.”
This year’s event will take place at NorthHaven Church (1100 W. Main St., Suite 120, Norman, OK 73069).
Registration is now OPEN!
Schedule of Events:
4:30 P.M. CBF OK Annual Business
5:30 P.M. Dinner and Conversation with CBF Tennessee Coordinator and CBF Global Dawnings Director, Rick Bennett
6:30 P.M. Worship led by NorthHaven Church; Proclaimer: Pastor Jakob Topper
About Rick Bennett:
Rick is the Coordinator of CBF Tennessee and the Director of CBF Global’s Dawnings initiative. Previously, he served on the staff of CBF Global in Decatur, GA for nine years. Prior to his time with CBF, Rick served a variety of local church leadership roles including associate pastor, minister of education, youth, children, and deacon. A North Carolina native, he is a graduate of Campbell University (B.A.) and Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond (M.Div.). He earned his D.Min. degree from Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond in 2008. Before beginning service with CBF Tennessee in October 2016, Rick served as pastor at FBC Elkin, NC.
About Jakob Topper:
Jakob is the Pastor of NorthHaven Church in Norman. Having grown up in the Texas Panhandle, Jakob spent most his ministry in West Texas prior to becoming NorthHaven’s pastor in 2018. He graduated from Logsdon Seminary at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas and from the Residency Program at Wilshire Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas.
Register TODAY!
01/25/2026
Our office is OPEN this week, but only virtually. The Fellowship Center location will be closed for in-person activities until the roads are clear. Reach out via email or phone and stay warm!
11/06/2025
What a fabulous night celebrating excellence in CBFOK life!
Special thanks to:
-Keynote: Rob Sellers
-Musicians: Lorne Lee & Amanda Kosi
-Honorees: Rick Anthony, Josh Edge, Kristin McAtee, Janie Tyler Sellers, & Ray Wheatley
-Presenters: Jakob Topper, Wade Smith, Brian McAtee, Kaily Tubbs, & Tim Walker
-Speakers: Chad Fetzer, Kyle Tubbs, & Larry Stevens
-David & Pamela Lee & the Young Baptists
-Tiffany Orr & Sam Noble Museum
-Social Butterfly Catering
-All table sponsors
-Everyone who attended this year's wonderful event!
Join us again next year!
10/18/2025
These good folks make up the 25-26 CBF Global Nominating Committee. Help us nominate the best people to serve on Governing Board, Missions Council, or the Ministries Council by suggesting them here: https://tinyurl.com/CBF-NomCom-Form
10/01/2025
We celebrate with our partner Faith Works and look forward to continued good work together!
09/23/2025
For this week's sermon, Rev. Kyle Tubbs takes on the story of the rich man and Lazarus from Luke 16.
"Today's parable isn't a scare tactic. It's an invitation to live in God's upside-down kingdom where the last are first and the gates are always swinging open wide."
Tubbs serves as the state coordinator for CBF Oklahoma.
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