What Cheer!
This is our Nice Comments page. We have the best and most considerate customers you can imagine, which, of course, causes us to feel very happy, fortunate, and blessed!
Why "What Cheer"? That's what it does to us: every time someone writes to tell us that they liked the pottery we sent, it cheers us up - bigtime! There's a town in Iowa called "What Cheer." Isn't that a great name? If I had a town, that's what I'd call it too. So here you go - these are some of the nice comments we have received from our dear customers. We hope you will like your pottery just as much as they do.
-Debra and Adam Ocepek
Ocepek Pottery
"Dear Debra and Adam,
We just received the set of communion ware that I had ordered just a few days ago in the Otoe glaze.
I must tell you, I am pretty good with the English language, but I am having difficulty finding the words to express how extremely pleased we are with your creation!
The design is perfect for our setting, the various items are meticulously crafted, and even the attention to making sure the flagon does not drip is greatly appreciated. And the packing - well, no need to mark the box as fragile; I think a forklift could be dropped on the package and it would have survived!
Thank you so much for fashioning just what we have spent many months searching for!"
"Dear Ocepek family, my order arrived in perfect condition and I love it. Thank you for always taking such care to pack each item, and for being so prompt in sending orders. I don't order a lot, but am always blessed by what I order from you and look forward to its arrival. This little box is a gift for my Mother and I know she will love it. Thanks again."
"Hi Debra and Adam, just thought you might like to see a photo of my recent order from you as it was used Saturday at my daughter’s wedding. The groom’s parents and my husband and I gave this set to them as a surprise wedding gift. The pastor presented it to them and had them use it to celebrate Holy Communion to seal their marriage covenant at the end of the ceremony.Once again your creations are a vital part of my life."
"Your work is so beautiful and such a tribute the talent of the 'potter's hands'."
"I'll look forward to getting the new pieces. And, thank you very much. I enjoy your work immensely!"
"We received our Communion Chalice Set, it is beautiful. Thank you so much!"
"Just to let you know that I received the communion set and all the extras in good order. Everyone was extremely pleased with look and quality of the product. Thank you so much for your help and quick response."
"The set ordered for me for Clergy Appreciation is awesome. Thank you for the beautiful work. It is special for several reasons, however the most powerful reason is that I discovered you are from my home state, Ohio. That makes it even more precious. Through all of my years of pastoring, I've had the wonderful privilege of using travel sets that were from my dad, both of my grandfathers, a grandmother and an uncle. As much as I love those sets, it's wonderful to have one of my own and for it to be ceramic, which I love. I look forward to using it as I go from facility to facility visiting my patients.
One of these days I will be ordering a small travel chalice and look forward to adding it to the set. I've given copies of your brochures and pictures to several co-workers who plan on ordering for their pastors.
God bless you in the wonderful work you do."
"Thank you so much for this resource! And for the prayers! We will include you in ours, as well."
"Thank you so much. We love our communion ware and thank you for your prayers as you make the pottery. We will also have you in our prayers next Sunday."
"I am in my 50's and just getting started in becoming a chaplin/priest. I feel I have always had the 'calling' but never the opportunity to get it started. My goal is to bring Jesus, by way of the wine and the host to seniors who are 'shut-ins' and can't get to church.
One of my dearest friends had given me a Chaplin Traveling Set recently and it is just beautiful. It's perfect for what my goal is. I have read the brochure enclosed with the set which explains how you not only make the sets, but how you think about the Last Supper and imagine that you are making the pottery for that supper. The celebration of that Last Supper and the following last days of Jesus' life is my favorite and saddest time of the year.
The sets are beautiful and I am inspired by them and you; what a great ministry you have."
"Just a note to let you know that the Neuhaus Chalice you sent arrived safely today. Absolutely beautiful. My wife was surprised at the pouring lip on a ceramic chalice. Of course, there are several displayed on your website. Thanks again for your prompt service. The chalice will find good service in our prison ministry."
"It arrived! Thank you so much for providing this communionware for our special needs. Again thank you for all the thought and hard work that went into making this intinction set for us. I don't have any artistic skills and although I cannot fully understand the difficulty of this project, I do know that anything handmade requires a special talent, and God has given you yours. Bless you in your ministry."
"I wanted to tell you that the Communion ware that I purchased from you and then donated to the Church is being used every other week and is a blessing to our congregation.
Thank you for your service to our Lord in creating these beautiful works of art that, in turn are used to Bless the Lord in service to His people."
"I received my order and everything was great. Thank you so much for the lovely vase. You are so kind. May the Lord continue to Bless you."
"The pottery arrived today and it is beautiful! It will look so nice on our altar. Thank you - We will enjoy it for years to come."
"I wanted to send a quick note to say Thank You so much for the quick delivery! The communion set arrived yesterday and it is absolutely perfect. It is a Christmas gift for my mother-in-law, an ordained Presbyterian pastor who is between calls right now. My hope is that this set will help remind her of her call to the Ministry of Word and Sacrament and encourage her in hope that God has a plan for her life and work, even though she does not have any prospective jobs on her radar right now."
"I've sent your web site link to a couple of people I know. Once I'm finished with finals this week, I'll take the time to send it to a number of people I know who will appreciate your company's craft."
"Thank you so much for taking time to help me with the questions I
have regarding our new communion ware. You answered my questions
with knowledge and understood my concerns."
"I purchased this chalice and paten set more than a year ago when I first began to feel the Lord leading me to start up a liturgical fellowship. I used it once at my old church, but tomorrow it finds a new home in a church plant in GA. Everybody who sees them thinks they are beautiful."
"Thank you very much for your help. I received the new jug.
Thank you very much for your very rapid response to my call of help. It is much appreciated."
"I use your pottery in worship quite regularly. Thanks!"
"I love your work!
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"Thank you making your ministry part of our ministry!"
"I love my communion set. I am a chaplain in a hospital and it's perfect here. It has such a spiriutal quality about it."
"We purchased a gift for my nephew who had just graduated from seminary and he and his wife loved it. They get comments from everyone. Glad I found your website."
"We were so proud to use the goblet from your company at our son's wedding."
"I Love Ocepek Pottery!!!!"
"We love our communion set. Thank you for the love and prayers it came with!"
"Love your stuff! Have ordered more than three sets!"
"Thank you again for your dedication to making beautiful Communionware. The set I purchased from you for my church back in 2005 continues to delight and inspire all who see it and use it."
"Thanks for your service in our Ministry at Lebanon United Methodist Church."
"I thought I would let you know that your comunionware will be used in our Great Communion celebration. Thanks for your work."
"We appreciate you and your ministry. THANK YOU for all you do.
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing"
"Beautiful craftsmanship!"
"It is impossible to express to you my thanks for the Communion Ware. Just the absolute beauty of it makes this most Holy Sacrament more meaningful. Please don't ever stop making this just in case someone breaks a piece."
"My husband and I love your products and service, and even more your heart for the Lord!
Thank you : )"
"I continue to enjoy the communion products I've purchased from you. God's blessings to you and yours."
"We love using your products at church."
"All of your pottery is so beautiful."
"Our pastor loved the gift of his communion set. We gave him an additional one as well for another occasion, so he would have two to serve our congregation with. He is a young man, and I know he will cherish them throughout his life of service, wherever he is at, and whatever congregation he is serving. Thank you so much!"
"When I was asked to take over communion setup, I was delighted to have received an Ocepek set for my first time at the task. I chose a burgundy cloth, the challis, paten, and pitcher with a loaf of dark, round bread. Ever since we have been creating vignettes for First Sunday."
"I enjoy using your communion set while I was down-range. It added a true feel for what Jesus most likely used. God bless."
"May God continue to bless you and your ministry as you serve Him."
"Your pottery has made a wonderful addition to the central thrust of our worship. We keep three pieces out on the table constantly and use all the matching pieces when communion is served. It is both beautiful and tasteful. Keep up the fine work!"
"Thank you so much my dear friends in Christ. I am greatly blessed every time we celebrate Holy Communion because in addition to the wonderment of the Holy Sacrament, I use the set that you made some 8 years ago. I cherish that so much and on October 4 you can be assured that as I celebrate the Sacrament, I will give thanks to God for you and your skills. I do hope that this economic recession has not hurt you too much. I know that at some time I will purchase a new set and retire this one, but since it was my first it will always be special to me.
May God Bless and Keep you forever in his Love and Grace."
"You have a great gift and was uplifted to read your comments on your motivation for your work and how you are giving back to the community of Christ."
"Love your work. Praise the Lord for this wonderful gift at work for him.
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"Y'all are awesome! Have a great Thanksgiving and a Christ filled Christmas!
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"Dear Debra and Adam,
We are greatly enjoying the use of the Memorial style communionware that we recently purchased from you. Thank you for serving the body by employing your gifts and talents in creating the beautiful communionware. You've been a great blessing to our congregation!"
"I love my communion chalice! We may purchase a full communion set in the coming year.
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"Those people who notice such things, really like our communionware. In fact it was pictured on the altar of our newly renovated sanctaury for the rededication ceremony. It is well made and lovely. A wonderful tribute to that which it symbolizes.
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Just wanted to thank you for your communion set. It was a beautiful touch to our wedding.
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"I received the communion set today - it is beautiful!!! Jeff and I will be married on September 12th. We will use the communion set as the very first thing we do as husband and wife and place it on display in our home as a reminder of how blessed we are! Thank you for sharing your talents."
"Thank you for your beautiful liturgical art!
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You all have wonderful communionware it was a great assett to our church.
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I am continuing to use my communion set with great pride and many blessings. Thanks so much and may your Thanksgiving be one of wonder and praise. You are truly Thanks givers in your ministry of pottery and running the business with such care and love.
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The communion set I ordered last year was well-received by the First Presbyterian Church. It is now used each month for communion. It was one contribution we made while my husband was their interim minister last year.
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I LOVE YOUR POTTERY.
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I have appreciated the prompt and courteous transactions I have had with you."
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Everybody loves the quality and the presentation of your products."
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I received the communionware on Monday. It's beautiful. Thanks for sharing your God-given talents with our congregation. Bless you!
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Thank you all at Ocepek Pottery for producing and providing such high quality communion products! God bless and keep up the good work. Love your items.
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Your pottery is beautiful. Our son and daughter-in-law loved their Blessing Cup. I will be contacting you again!"
"The piece we purchased earlier this year was beautiful. The recipient has enjoyed it thoroughly."
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LOVE your products. They're always beautiful and of wonderful quality.
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We are so blessed by your vision for your communionware and by our set. "
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I love your pouring chalises!"
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What a wonderful Christmas gift - as usual your thoughtfulness is showing! God Bless."
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I love your work!!! and the honesty and kindness that you offered me when I made my last purchase has made cause me to happily share your name and website with many of my clergy friends! Blessed be the Lord for you and your wonderful gift."
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I love your products (wonderful) and more importantly... The attitude and care that you show to your customers!
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The Communion ware that I purchase from you in memory of my father has been a wonderful addition to our church. Everytime we use that set for Communion I have a warm rememberance of my father. And I thank you for that.
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Your spiritual art, your invitaton to dine with God is a Holy and beautiful gift...we love it.
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I really love my Pastor's Travel set that I received as a gift from a friend.
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Sure enjoying our communion set here at the Retirement and Health Center. Many have commented about its beauty and how it adds to a sense of celebration.
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Your products are absolutely beautiful and of great quality.
Thanks for helping me in the past.
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Earthy and spiritual, really like the products, we (husband and I) are in seminary and would like to have a set to use to serve communion when we are commissioned"
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I can't begin to tell you how beautiful our new communion set is. It was most touching to read your note saying how you pray for the people as you create the pottery. To know that, before the Communion Wear ever took shape, before they reached our altar, they were blessed, fills me with a sense of the holy. You will always remain in the prayers and hearts of our church. "
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The Comunion Set OTOE I ordered arrived today. It is beautiful. Just what I wanted -- something earthy and basic, pretty but not fancy. After teaching most of my life, I finally answered God's call to ministry at age 59 and have been looking for a communion set for some time. My Mom bought this one for me as a gift at the end of my first year in ministry. I've been eagerly awaiting its arrival since I ordered it."
"Thanks again for all your great help. Our newly ordained priest, really loves the communion set."
"I just had to write and tell you how much I apreciate having one of your beautiful communion sets in our home. my husband and I were married in 2008 and purchased a lovely blue commuion set for our wedding, we included communion in our wedding ceremony as our first act together as husband and wife. Since that time this piece has had a prominent place in our home to always remind us of our foundation. I often smile as I look to it or dust it off with reverent love. But recently we suffered a great loss. The pain has been unimaginable but we are held firmly in God's grasp and are healing , Praise to God! Each day I look to this communion swet now and am filled with comfort as I remember once again the love of God for us and our marriage and the hope that He brings no only for our futures but for eternity and for today! It helps me so much to remember that God too lost His only child, and that He is reborn just as my baby is into God's kingdom, and that we are invited into his comfort all the time. Crosses, bibles, even my nativity scenes at this time of year, they all bring comfort and rememberance of our savior and our loving God, but this communion set has been something so special, so uniquely inspiring and comforting I thank you for crafting it and getting it to us, I thank you for your faith and gifts, and I thank God for all things. For it is promised to us that ALL THINGS work for the good of those who are called to His purpose, these times hurt, but my communion set helps me remember, this is just one of those 'ALL THINGS'."
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Thank you very much for your effecient processing of my order. It arrived within a week - the travel communion set is beautiful and much appreciated by our newly ordained curate. So thank you."
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The communion set arrived today and it is more beautiful than I
expected. Thank you so much for getting it to us in time for our
retreat with women recovering from addictions. These women are not used
to having nice things in their lives and coming to the Lord's table
with open hearts and being served communion with such beautiful
service ware will make them feel very special. Thank you again for
getting it to us in time. May God bless your ministry and your
talent.
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The order of communion ware arrived in good shape today. All I can
say is that it is exquisite! Now there was a small extra little bowl/cup item
included. Thank you for that. It'll be very handy for so many things... like
the 'Nilla Wafers I give the little kids who haven't received communion yet! In truth, I haven't seen such a beautiful communion set in a long, long
time. I'll be sending photos when we begin to use the set in November.
Thank you so much. I'll be telling the other pastors in the area about your
creativity and service.
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Thank you for the quick delivery of the pouring chalice that we ordered. Your prompt production and shipment was very much appreciated!"
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The communion set 'Memorial' arrived Yesterday. It is perfect and just what we were looking for, a real answer to my prayers. We are a Church of Scotland congregation in a town of 3500. The Church of Scotland is the national Church for Scotland, born out of the Calvinist style of reformation. This new set is very much in keeping with what we believe communion should be. I am looking forward to the many years of service this set will provide. Thank you both for this wonderful gift. God Bless you in his service."
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I recently ordered three communion chalices with the pouring spouts. You sent me one in mid-August and the other two recently. I have had wonderful comments on them and had to say THANKS. They are beautiful. And I am proud of them not only because of their meaning and beauty, but as they were bought in memory of my younger sister who died in March. Thanks for all your work in making such wonderful items.
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The dark blue communion cup was a big hit with my 2nd niece and
was also used during the wedding service. THank you for all you did to get
the orders to me in time and provide a meaningful wedding gift!"
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