Advent Workshop - December 1
Workshop, 4PM-4:45PM
Worship, 5PM-5:30PM
Join us for an afternoon of activities and worship as we prepare ourselves for the journey through Advent. There will be an opportunity to make a special Christmas decoration that will help you and your family focus on the true joy of the season. There will also be craft and storytelling stations for children. We will end our time with worship which will include a Moravian Lovefeast (cider and hot cross buns). We are asking that each family make a $5 donation at the Advent Workshop to offset the cost of supplies. Please click the button below to let us know if you plan to attend the Workshop and/or Worship.
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Celebration Worship
November 17
Join us at 8:45AM or 11AM on November 17 for a special time of worship as we celebrate the completion of the first book in James Bryan Smith's
The Good and Beautiful series
. We have loved hearing about the wonderful and transformative conversations that have taken place in your Sunday School classes and small groups, and look forward to celebrating that together in worship.
If you missed some of the sermons, or would like to hear them again, they can be viewed by
CLICKING HERE.
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Welcome Back, Melissa
On Sunday we had the joy of, officially, welcoming Melissa Sealy Church back to Oakland Baptist Church. Melissa is the daughter of Richard Sealy and grew up at OBC. She works at Southern State Rebar and has already volunteered to serve on Sound Booth Committee.
Melissa comes by transfer of church letter from Highland Park United Methodist in Florence, SC.
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All Saints Banner
A beautiful banner has been donated to our church for All Saints Sunday (November 3). The banner was made and given in honor of Becky Sanderson and Suzanne Ringer by Joye Mann and the Banner Ladies of Union United Methodist, Irmo, SC. You are invited to place a bell on the banner in memory of your loved ones. The banner will be in the upstairs hallway before services on Sunday. Bells will be available at church or you may bring a small bell from home.
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Missions & Discipleship for Children
This Sunday, 5PM-6PM
Children (Kindergarten -5th Grade) are invited to a special time of discipleship based on the church-wide
Good and Beautiful
trilogy study which will include an emphasis on missions. The discipleship time will help our children learn what Jesus did and how to follow his example. The mission time will allow our children to put what they've learned into practice.
This Sunday evening we will be visiting Project Hope to learn about the work they do for people in our community.
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2020 Budget Presentation & Vote
November 6 & 10
On Wednesday, November 6 the Finance Committee will present the 2020 proposed budget. This presentation will take place in the gym. There will be an opportunity for questions and discussion. Prior to November 6 you will receive an email which will contain a copy of the proposed budget and the Nominating Committee Report. Printed copies will also be available in the church office. On Sunday, November 10, during both worship services, we will vote to approve the 2020 Budget and the Nominating Committee Report.
Below are links to a letter from Jeff, the 2020 proposed budget and the Nominating Committee report. Absentee ballots will be available in the office beginning Monday.
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Veterans Day Luncheon
November 10
The Military Task Force invites you to attend a luncheon at 12:30 p.m. on November 10, 2019, in the gym. Our guest speaker will be
COL Bob Clark, U.S. Army Retired. He presently serves as the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Director of Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.
Invitations and free tickets will be mailed to all OBC veterans and their spouses, as well as parents and grandparents of our active military personnel. Please plan to join us as we recognize and honor our veterans on this very special holiday. Extra tickets will be available in the office and from MTF members for $10. You may also click the button below to purchase tickets online. Deadline to purchase tickets is noon on November 5. We hope to see you there!
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The Ministry Center Drop Box is re-opening on November 2!
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Taste of Oakland Cookbook
As a part of our celebration of Oakland's 70th anniversary we are creating a "Taste of Oakland" Cookbook. Just imagine how many friendships have been formed, hearts have been nurtured, and stomachs have been filled while enjoying pot-luck meals at OBC!
Just like a pot-luck meal isn't complete without each person's dish, our cookbook will not be complete without each person's favorite recipes. Please submit up to four of your favorite recipes (appetizer, side dish, main course, breakfast, dessert, bread, etc) by December 31. You may email your recipes to cookbook@oaklandchurch.com.
We are so excited for this Taste of Oakland and look forward to seeing your recipes!
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Children and Youth Basketball
It's time to sign up for Church Basketball! We offer teams for children and youth in grades 1 - 12, through the York County Christian Basketball Association. For those in grades 1-4, the cost is $35/child. For those in grades 5-12, the cost is $45/child. Jerseys are included in the cost.
Please click on the button "Put me in coach!" to register your child(ren). Due to team size limitations, first priority will be given to church members. Non-members are welcome to play if we have space. Priority to non-members will be based on date of registration.
Please register by November 3.
If you would like to pay with a credit card, click on the button "pay for basketball." Please type "basketball" in the comments box. If you would prefer to pay with cash or check, you may drop off your payment to the church office anytime between now and the beginning of the season.
We do not know the exact schedules yet, but practice will begin in late November and games will begin in early January (some youth teams may have a couple games in December).
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Coping with Grief and Loss
Through the Holidays
November 5 and 12 @ 6PM
Rev. Suzanne Ringer and Jim Ringer, LMSW will discuss grief and loss and ways to cope during the holidays. This will be a 2-session conversation for those who have lost loved ones. Please let Suzanne know by November 4 if you plan to attend.
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Save the Date!
Details are in your Ministry Guide, but please save the date for the following special opportunities for worship, service and fellowship during Advent:
December 1: First Sunday of Advent
December 1: Advent Workshop and Moravian Lovefeast; 4PM-6PM
December 1-8: Family Promise Host Week
December 4: The Nativity, Part 1
December 8: Second Sunday of Advent
December 10: Merry Makers' Christmas Luncheon
December 11: The Nativity, Part 2
December 12: Dave Barnes Concert
December 15: Third Sunday of Advent
December 15: ONE Worship Christmas Cantata, 10:30AM
December 15: Children's Christmas pageant, 5:30PM
December 18: Christmas Caroling, 6PM
December 19: Service of Remembrance, 5:30PM
December 22: Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 24: Christmas Eve Communion and Candlelight, 5:30PM
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Family Promise
December 1-8
Please mark your calendars and make plans to help with our next Family Promise host week. This is an opportunity for us to extend hospitality during the Christmas season to families who don't get to go home each day to colorful lights and festive decor. If you have any questions about how you can help out please contact Karen Neal (nealkaren@bellsouth.net). To sign up to help, please click the link below.
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Whenever there is a death in our church family, the Bereavement Committee organizes and serves a meal for the family, or serves refreshments after the memorial service. This is a special and important ministry of hospitality and love. In order to do this, the Bereavement Committee relies on you, our members to help prepare food. Please click "more information" to read about the simple ways you can be part of this ministry. And then click "I'll help!" to sign up.
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It really is a BREEZE!
Breeze, our new Church Management Software has many great features that we hope you are already exploring! Click below to connect to Breeze.
If you are yet to download this app, click " Breeze Instructions" below to get started. If you have any trouble logging in please email Leigh (lreynolds@oaklandchurch.com).
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#growingatobc
We invite you to help share our story this year by posting pictures from events (Sunday School, Worship, Bible Study, Meals and more) and including in your caption
#growingatobc. We would also love for you to tag us on Facebook and Instagram @obcrockhill when you post pictures from OBC.
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November 6: Baked Spaghetti, Salad Bar, Dessert
November 13: Ham, Potato Salad, Green Beans, Salad Bar, Dessert
November 20: Meatball Subs, Chips, Pickles, Salad Bar, Dessert
December 4: Taco Bar, Chips and Salsa, Refried Bean, Salad Bar, Dessert
December 11: Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Peas, Salad Bar, Dessert
December 18: Spaghetti, Salad Bar, Dessert
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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As a community of faith we grieve with one another, we endure difficulty with one another and we also CELEBRATE with one another. We invite you to share your accomplishments, milestones and other sources of good news so we can celebrate with you. Email the office (obcoffice@oaklandchurch.com) with your good news and we will share it in the Weekly Update.
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November 3:Donna Murray
November 4: Erica Smith
November 5: Allie Wacaster
November 6: Jim Vining, Jenna Kyber
November 8: Matthew Howle
November 9: Harper McDaniel
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Serving in Worship
November 3, 2019
Deacon of the Week: Robby Neal
8:45AM Audio: Ralph Bailey
11:00AM Audio: Johnny Snipes & Jack Hudson
Acolyte: Emma Sessions
Crucifer: Lucy Ann Smith
Worship Greeters: Donna Murray, Phil Sharpton, Ann Gibson, Charles Gregory, Frank Knotts
8:45AM Childcare: Staff
11:00AM Childcare: Staff
Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21
Anthem: Sing Me To Heaven
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Click the button below to see what's happening at OBC this month.
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October 27, 2019
Budget Total Receipts: $9,975.87
Budget Needed Weekly: $18,401.00
Budget Required YTD: $792,533.00
Budget Received YTD: $701,136.78
Over/(Under) Budget:$ (91,396.22)
Expenses YTD: $675,477.28
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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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