Bearing Witness Sermon Series
We may not be able to solve all the world’s problems, but we are called to bear witness to the injustice and heartache we see around us. During this six week sermon series we will explore how we can speak the truth of Christ to very difficult subjects.
This Sunday we will talk about gun violence.
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What can we do?
So often the problems we see in the world seem too big to do anything about. That could certainly be said of human trafficking. As we have discussed this difficult topic over the last week many of you have asked, what can we do? How do begin to be Christ's hands, feet, eyes and ears? Below are a few websites with great information.
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February is Missions Month at Oakland!
To coincide with Missions Month, the CBF Beloved Community Photo Exhibit will be on display at OBC. The photographs in this exhibit illustrate the work and reach of CBF Global Missions over a period of time. Some of the photos are older, and some are newer. Together, they paint a portrait of some of the ways CBF seeks to build beloved community over time and around the world. The primary means of supporting this work is the Offering for Global Missions, which allows CBF field personnel to be physically present among the community they serve, whether in the United States or around the globe. As you view these photos, consider your own capacity to support the work of Christ through CBF and the Offering for Global Missions. Our Global Missions goal for this year is $30,000.00.
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Notecards Now Available
Mission Movers need your help! Our young friends in Wednesday night's Mission Movers are raising funds for Missions by selling notecards. These beautiful notecards were designed by the class and will be sold in pack of ten for $10. Notecards will be available for purchase beginning Wednesday, February 6th and for the duration of the month. Buy a pack for yourself or give as a gift to family, friends, teachers or even Valentine's Day.
Click below for more information and a sample of the designs.
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The Super Bowl was played between two teams that are 2,983 miles apart—the Los Angeles Rams and the New England Patriots. Distance often makes us feel separated from one another. Distance also separates us from others needs. Did you know right here in our own community Project Hope feeds over 10,000 people each year and your donations to our Souper Bowl food collection help meet those needs.
As of Monday morning we have collected 843 food items. That puts us 457 items short of our goal. If everyone will bring a few we will easily exceed our goal of 1300, which will greatly help Project Hope as they seek to help meet the needs of those who do not otherwise have food.
Below are the items Project Hope needs most:
Pasta (spaghetti), Mac and Cheese, Tomato Sauce, Peanut Butter/Jelly, Canned Fruit, Spaghetti O's, Green Beans, Corn, Soup, Breakfast snacks, Rice.
Thank you for what you have already given and a reminder you can bring your food items to the church through Sunday.
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Can Tabs Collection
You have likely seen containers around the church with soda can tabs in them
. Our Mission Movers will soon be delivering them to the Ronald McDonald House. RMH is able to generate funds from recycling these aluminum gems to help offset the house's expenses. Please save your tabs and bring them with you to church!
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Women of OBC Project
February 12, 11AM
Ladies you are invited to join WOBC for some fun and fellowship while we reorganize our church tablecloths. If you have an hour to spare on Tuesday your help would very much be appreciated. We will meet at 11AM in the Fellowship Hall
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We need you!
This event has something for everyone! Even if you aren't a mom of boys, check out the volunteer and donation opportunities below.
OBC is hosting its 2nd Annual Mother-Son Dance! This will be a fun-filled evening with singing, dancing, yummy snacks, fun crafts and games. Tickets are limited. Purchase yours today!
Tickets are $30.00 per couple (Mother & Son) and $5.00 for each additional child. To purchase tickets, click the button below. All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity.
Volunteer & Donation Opportunities:
In order to make this event a huge success and for OBC to reach our goal of $5,000, we need volunteers to help with the event as well as snack donations. No matter your skill set or schedule there is an opportunity for you. Click below to review the sign up sheet below and prayerfully consider how you can be a part of the success of this event!
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
March 5
Save the date and make plans to join us for pancakes on March 5th. Our youth will be serving dinner. There is no cost for this meal, but donations will gladly be accepted. All donations will be used to offset the cost of our summer mission trips.
Shrove Tuesday, otherwise known as Pancake Day, is chiefly marked by feasting and celebration, which traditionally preceded the observance of the Lenten fast. We hope you will join us for a fun and festive pancake feast, complete with jazz music, Mardi Gras beads and more. Please click below to let us know if you plan to attend.
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Coming Soon!
A children's reading room is in the works and will open March 3. We are now accepting donations of new and gently used children's books for newborns - 6th graders. Donations may be dropped off at the church office. Books may be given in honor or memory of your loved ones by filling out the bookplates available in the church office. If you have any questions, contact Kim Shaw (kshaw@oaklandchurch.com).
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February 13:
Baked Ziti, Salad Bar
February 20
: Baked Chicken, Potato Salad, Green Beans, Salad Bar
February 27:
Chicken Bog, Salad Bar
Dinner begins at 5PM each week
Pricing for dinner:
Adults: $6.50 (6th grade and above)
Children: $3.50 (5th grade and under)
$25 max per family
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Click the button below for an electronic copy of our current Ministry Guide. Within the Ministry Guide you will find an outline of our goals for the year as well as information about many of our opportunities and activities.
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Join Us Online!
Even if you can't make it to OBC on Sunday, we hope you will still join us for worship. Our traditional service is streamed live each week. For easy access, bookmark the link below or subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
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Thank you for helping us be the presence of Christ at the crossroads of life through your financial contributions.
Click the button to give online.
You will be directed to a secure PayPal link which allows you to use your debit or credit card to make online contributions.
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February 10: Yolanda Wright
February 11: Tessa Ervin
February 12: Ashley Boyette
February 13: Andy Burriss, Anne Compton, Anthony Balding
February 14: Garrett Calloway
February 15: Chip Hartzog, Emily Ervin
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Serving in Worship
February 10, 2019
Deacon of the Week: Marty Mobley
8:45AM Worship Audio: Ralph Bailey
11:00AM Worship Audio: Mack Bailey, Jack Hudson
Acolyte: Sadie Bridges
Crucifer: Griffin Timmons
Worship Greeters: Donna Murray, Phil Sharpton, Ann Gibson, Charles Gregory, Frank Knotts
8:45AM Worship Childcare: Staff
11:00AM Worship Childcare: TBA
Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-20
Anthem: It Is Well With My Soul
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February 8: Basketball Clinic, Conway Mission Trip
February 10: Creative Worship, Sunday School, Traditional Worship, Youth Handbells, Youth Choir, Youth Group, Chancel Choir, Adult Handbells
February 11: Ladies Bible Study, Sue Ness Bible Study
February 13: ESL, Wednesday Night Dinner & Activities
February 15: Basketball Clinic
February 17: Creative Worship, Sunday School, Traditional Worship, Baptism Sunday, Youth Handbells, Youth Choir, Youth Group, Chancel Choir, Adult Handbells
February 18: Ladies Bible Study, Deacon Meeting
February 20: ESL, Wednesday Night Dinner & Activities
February 24: Creative Worship, Sunday School, Coffee with the Pastor, Traditional Worship, Youth Handbells, Youth Choir, Youth Group, Chancel Choir, Adult Handbells
February 25: Ladies Bible Study
February 26; Merry Makers
February 27: ESL, Wednesday Night Dinner & Activities
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February 3, 2019
**Not available at time of publication**
Budget Total Receipts: $
Designated Receipts: $
Budget Needed Weekly: $18,401.00
Budget Required YTD: $
Budget Received YTD: $
Over/(Under) Budget: $
Expenses YTD: $
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Got News?
If you have an announcement for the Weekly Update, please send it to the church office by Monday at noon! obcoffice@oaklandchurch.com
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If you have an emergency or need to speak with one of our ministers after 5 PM during the week or over the weekend, please call 803-328-3864 and press 4 to leave a message for the on call minister. Your phone call will be returned quickly.
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