HISTORY

We have a rich history at Faith Oakville. A small part of our history can be found in the bricks and mortar of our buildings over the years, in the passion of the pastors we have been blessed with, and in watching our Faith family grow. But since Faith’s beginning in 1945, our DNA hasn’t changed. Faith is – and always has been – a community of people on mission together who are all in need of a Savior – Jesus Christ.

We believe the past is important, but looking forward is equally important. We look forward with Faith - in faith. We look forward to the opportunities God puts in front of our Faith family, as we strive to be disciples who make disciples, by connecting people to the extraordinary life found in Jesus wherever we live, work, learn, and play.

Faith Oakville began when several Lutheran families started a Lutheran congregation in the Oakville area. For some months, the group met in homes and selected the name Faith for their congregation.

The congregation purchased an Army chapel located at Jefferson Barracks to use as their place of worship. They transported it to 5911 Telegraph Rd.

The large cross in the parking lot, south of the sanctuary, was erected. It was created from support beams saved from the first chapel.

Pastor John Brunette became Faith Oakville's fifth Lead Pastor.

Groundbreaking occurred at Faith Oakville's current property- 6101 Telegraph Road.

The first worship service was held at the new building.

Faith Oakville dedicated a new Student Center - “the Hangar”. It holds weekly activities while providing a fun space for youth ministry.

Faith Oakville launched Faith Columbia in Illinois and began meeting at Columbia Middle School.

Pastor Jon Palmer became the campus pastor at Faith Columbia which became The Way church in 2022.

Faith Columbia celebrated their Grand Opening.

Pastor John Brunette celebrated 25 years at Faith Oakville.

Pastor Chris Sommer joined Faith Oakville as Executive Pastor and served until July 2023.

Officially planted The Way Church (formerly Faith Columbia).

Pastor Brandon Boos became Faith’s Pastor of Missions and Discipleship Development.

Pastor Sam Maconachy joined Faith Oakville as Associate Pastor of Student Ministries.

Pastor Matt Peeples became Faith Oakville's sixth Lead Pastor.