MORNING: 8:50AM - Coffee and Pastries; 9:15AM - Sunday School; 10:30AM - Worship

EVENING: 4:30PM - Children's Choir; 5PM - Mission Movers; 6PM Chancel Choir

Lunch Bunch

March 7

Join the lunch bunch at John's Family Restaurant (2002 Westinghouse Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28241) on March 7 at 11:30. If you would prefer to ride the bus or caravan, meet at the church at 11AM. If you plan to attend, please contact Janice Hicks (jmhicks@comporium.net/803-517-5602) or Sandy Hunter (sandyhunter150@gmail.com/704-860-0319) to reserve your seat.

Vacation Bible School Kick-Off Lunch

March 10, 11:30AM

Anyone interested in volunteering for VBS is invited to an information session immediately following worship on March 10. VBS will take place June 23-27 from 5:15PM-7:45PM.

CBF SC General Assembly

April 25-26

We are pleased to host the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of South Carolina's 2024 General Assembly on April 25-26. Ministers and members from CBF churches across the state will gather at Oakland for this special event.

To ensure a welcoming, safe, and uplifting experience for all attendees, we need your participation. Please review the volunteer opportunities and let us know where you would be willing to contribute your time and talents. Your support will allow us to extend heartfelt hospitality. We look forward to serving alongside you and connecting with fellow CBF friends for meaningful worship.

Come Join the Chancel Choir Through Easter

We are inviting all former choir members or singers who would like to join choir for the first time to begin attending our Sunday rehearsals on March 3 at 6PM as we prepare for the remaining Sundays of Lent, Palm Sunday, and Easter. 

What does that mean? Four rehearsals (March 3, 10, 17, & 24) and four worship services (March 10, 17, 24, & 31). There is no audition. Matching pitch and a pleasant singing voice are the only requirements. Reading music is a bonus, but not required.

Come experience the joy of singing with Oakland's fine Chancel Choir!

Come explore singing as a spiritual practice. It has been said "one who sings, prays twice." 

If you have any questions or to let us know you plan to attend, email Doug Haney at dhaney@oaklandchurch.com, or text Doug at 214.205.2766.

Holy Week Worship

Palm Sunday: March 24

Join us in the sanctuary for worship as we wave our palm branches in anticipation of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem.

Maundy Thursday Worship: March 28, 6PM

Join us in the sanctuary for worship as we partake in communion remembering Jesus' last supper.

Good Friday Worship and Lunch: March 29, Noon

Join us in the gym for worship as we consider the paradox of this day being called "good." Following worship, we will enjoy lunch together.

Easter Sunday: March 31

8:30AM: We will gather for an informal time of worship at The Gathering Spot in front of the sanctuary. Bring your own lawn chair if you desire a place to sit. 

8:50AM: Pastries and coffee will be available in the fellowship hall.

9:15AM: Sunday School

10:30AM: We will have a celebratory Easter worship service in the sanctuary.

Pastor’s Class

March 14, 6PM

The next Pastor's Class for those interested in making a faith decision for Christ or for those interested in learning more about what it means to follow Jesus and experience baptism, will be held in the Conference Room on March 14 at 6PM. The class is geared toward individuals between 6 and 18 years of age who have expressed interest in making a faith decision or who have recently made a faith decision and have not been baptized. If you are interested or have questions, please call the church office at 803-328-3864 by noon on November 12. Our next Baptism Sunday will be April 14.

Wednesday Evenings at OBC

5PM-5:45PM: Dinner in the Gym

$6.50/adult. $3.50/child. $25 family max.

For dinner reservations click the button below.

5PM-7PM: English as a Second Language

5:45PM-6:30PM: Wednesdays Around the Table, Children's Bible Study

March 6: Lifelong Learning @Rock Hill

Curiosity never retires! Come here Krista Hayes, Director of Lifelong Learning, speak about this inclusive community of adults age 50 plus who share knowledge through unique learning opportunities.

March 13: Prayer Service

Join us in prayer for the many people in our church and community who are struggling with health concerns.

March 20: Week of Service

It's OBC's Week of Service. Join us in the gym for a special project.

March 27: No activities

Join us for Maundy Thursday and Good Friday services

April 3: No activities

Enjoy the Spring Break week!

April 10: Navigating Spam and Scams!

Phillip Reynolds will discuss how we can be safe online and on the phone to avoid spammers and scammers who seek to take advantage of people.

April 17: How to Talk with Children & Youth About Being Safe Online

Chris Odom, Solutions Engineer with Beyond Trust, a worldwide leader in identity and access security—and, more importantly, Dad to Carter and Bailey—will lead a dialogue about the conversations you should be having with your children BEFORE they engage in online activities.

April 24: Tools for Helping Keep Children and Youth Safe Online

Chris Odom and Phillip Reynolds will show us tools (such as apps, websites, etc) that can help keep our children and youth safe while using their online devices. (Both April 17 and 24 will be repeated in a condensed format on Sunday, April 21, from 4:30PM-6PM)

May 1: Pilgrims Inn of Rock Hill

JaVonda Palmer, Executive Director of Pilgrims Inn, will share how they are striving to end homelessness and hunger in the lives of our community’s most vulnerable.

May 8: Understanding Our Spiritual Gifts

Per the Vision Report, Leigh will lead us in our annual emphasis on spiritual gifts.

May 15: Vamos a Puerto Rico!!

Come here all about the mission trip that will take place this summer! More than 20 OBCer’s will travel to Puerto Rico this July for an intergenerational ministry opportunity.

May 22: Celebration!!

This is our last Wednesday till Fall. Come celebrate by hearing stories from our ESL and Children’s Ministries.

Wednesday Night Dinner

March 6: Spaghetti and Meatballs, Green Beans, Italian Style Salad, Italian Bread, and Cupcakes. Children: Pasta without Sauce.

March 13: Corned Beef, Baby Potatoes, Sauteed Cabbage, Carrots, Irish Soda Bread, Salad Bar, and Salted Caramel Brownies. Children: Grilled Cheese.

March 20: Lemon Parmesan Chicken, Couscous, Greek Salad, Pita Bread, Baklava. Children: Chicken Nuggets.

*Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches with chips and fruit is always available for children.

Easter Lilies

You are invited to make a donation toward the lilies placed in the sanctuary on Easter Sunday in memory or honor of loved ones. All donations will be placed in the Benevolence Fund to assist those in need in our community. The cost is $10 per name. The last day to make donations is March 17. Please earmark your check or Breeze donation as "Easter Lilies." Thank you for your continued support of our missional outreach.

Week of Service

March 17-23

Join us for Oakland's Week of Service. There are lots of wonderful opportunities to serve our neighbors and remind them that they are loved. It is going to take all of us, so sign up today!

Family Promise Thank You

I wanted to take the time to properly thank you for hosting our family. We have truly enjoyed meeting each and every one of you. We have truly enjoyed all the wonderful conversations and food. May God bless your church and all of its members for all that you do for this community and families that live within it. ~The ACE Family

We will host Family Promise again March 24-31. To sign up to be part of this important ministry click the button below. If you have any questions contact our Family Promise Coordinator, Jason Freeman (jasonefreeman@hotmail.com).

Spring Ministry Guide

CLICK HERE to view a digital copy of our Spring Ministry Guide (March - May 2024). Printed copies are available at the church. We look forward to studying, worshipping, fellowshipping, and serving with you in the coming months.

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 link which allows you to use your debit or credit card to make online contributions.

Thank you, Oakland Family, for a beautiful worship service and reception on Sunday. My heart is full and blessed by all of you. Jim and I are forever grateful for our time of serving God with all of you at OBC. 

 "Soli Deo Gloria- To God Alone be the Glory!" -JS Bach



Grace and Peace, 

Suzanne and Jim Ringer 

Our New Address: 

3 Daybreak Place

Simpsonville, SC 29681

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.

Happy Birthday, Friends!

03/03: Ronnie Cosper

03/04: Steve Cockerill, Asher Sessions

03/05: Porter Freeman, Kunsiri (Pum) Grubbs, Samuel Scott

03/06: Janice Bodford, Amanda Ledford

03/07: Caroline Emmerton, Claire Emmerton, Lori Haney

03/08: Beth Haile

03/09: Landon Hoffman, Emma Howle

We Give because God Gave First

February 25, 2024

Budget Total Receipts: $4,702.41

Needed Weekly: $17,785.00

Budget Required YTD: $142,280.00

Budget Received YTD: $146,916.86

Over/(Under) Budget: $4,636.86

Expenses YTD: $83,725.41

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

Minister On Call

If you have an emergency or need to speak with one of our ministers after office hours or over the weekend, please call 803-328-3864 and press 0 to leave a message for the on call minister. Your phone call will be returned quickly.