Coronavirus (COVID 19) Response from Pastor Lee
“Unfortunately, we will be unable to meet in our building as brothers and sisters this coming Sunday. We have no idea right now how long this will be the case, but there’s one thing that we do know...God is Sovereign, He is good, and He will use this for His glory and for the good of those who love Him.
We have been working to be able to provide a service this coming Sunday, and while it is “no substitute” for coming together to sing, pray, and worship, we will post that service on our Oakland Baptist Church, Disputanta, VA Facebook page this Sunday at 11am. The services will then be posted on our website under the sermons tab (www.oakland-baptistchurch.com). (A huge thank you to Janet Cates for making that possible).
Please do what you would normally do when you come to church on Sunday... ask the Lord to prepare your heart, bring your family, invite a neighbor (to sit with you on your couch but keep in mind the 6' social distancing guidelines from the CDC), bring your Bible, sing with us...Let’s worship the Lord together, just as we would if we were together. He is worthy.
The title for this Sunday’s sermon...”No Substitute” John 4:19-22.
The work of the church is not at a stand still, and our commitment to The Great Commandment and the Great Commission is not either; we just have to get creative during this time. Find ways to love your neighbor during this time; spend extra time with family; pray and read God’s Word together, and just think what a glorious reunion we are going to have in our sanctuary when it is safe to do so.
As a side note, please continue to be faithful in not just your giving to support the normal “goings-on” of the church, but to our Annie Armstrong Easter Offering. You can mail those into the church, as we will continue to receive that offering until Easter Sunday.
I love each of you and hope to see you soon,
Pastor Lee”
We have been working to be able to provide a service this coming Sunday, and while it is “no substitute” for coming together to sing, pray, and worship, we will post that service on our Oakland Baptist Church, Disputanta, VA Facebook page this Sunday at 11am. The services will then be posted on our website under the sermons tab (www.oakland-baptistchurch.com). (A huge thank you to Janet Cates for making that possible).
Please do what you would normally do when you come to church on Sunday... ask the Lord to prepare your heart, bring your family, invite a neighbor (to sit with you on your couch but keep in mind the 6' social distancing guidelines from the CDC), bring your Bible, sing with us...Let’s worship the Lord together, just as we would if we were together. He is worthy.
The title for this Sunday’s sermon...”No Substitute” John 4:19-22.
The work of the church is not at a stand still, and our commitment to The Great Commandment and the Great Commission is not either; we just have to get creative during this time. Find ways to love your neighbor during this time; spend extra time with family; pray and read God’s Word together, and just think what a glorious reunion we are going to have in our sanctuary when it is safe to do so.
As a side note, please continue to be faithful in not just your giving to support the normal “goings-on” of the church, but to our Annie Armstrong Easter Offering. You can mail those into the church, as we will continue to receive that offering until Easter Sunday.
I love each of you and hope to see you soon,
Pastor Lee”
Sunday Night Get Right
Youth "Sunday Night Get Right" for students in 6th - 12th grades is held on Sunday evenings from 6 - 8 PM. Come join us for a time of worship and fun and learn about eternity.
OBY Work Day
The next Oakland Baptist Youth (OBY) work day is scheduled for Mar 21st at 8 AM. For more information please contact Paul Burroughs.
Oakland's WMU meets monthly. Please see the calendar for more details.
Thursday Men's Group
Thursday Night men's Group is studying "Jesus Continued...Why the Spirit inside you is better than Jesus beside you" and meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month at 6:30 PM.
Tuesday Women's Group
Our women's study group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM. We are studying "Jesus Continued...Why the spirit Inside You is Better than Jesus Beside You." See Taran Woodcock for more details.
Student Ministry Bowling
Uptown Alley Bowling Trip
March 15th, 3 PM - 8 PM Bowling, shoes, dinner and $10 game card for the game room are included. Cost $15 is Due March 8th Crucifixion ~ April 10th
Easter Sunrise Service 7 AM
Vacation Bible SchoolJune 15 - 19. Rocky Railway. Details will follow.
Youth CampJuly 12 - 17. Details to follow.
Summer Mission TripJuly 26 - Aug 1. Eastern Shore of Virginia.
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Bible Studies
In addition to Sunday School classes for all ages, Bible Studies are held throughout the week and include:
Gospel of John -Sundays at 5:00 PM. Ezekiel - Mondays at 6:00 PM at Demby Home Minor Prophets - Thursdays at 8:00 AM at Farkas Home Men's Group - 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 6:30 PM Women's Group - 2nd Tuesdays at 6:30 PM Check the calendar for specific date, time and location of each study as there are occasional schedule changes. Mystery Lunch
Mystery Lunch - 4th Thursday of each month. Meet at church and take the bus to a surprise location for fun, fellowship and a delicious lunch. Don't forget to bring your lunch money and to sign up in advance with Frances Daniel so restaurant reservations can be made
Awana
Boys & Girls Ages 3 years - 5th Grade Join us for fun, games, Bible lessons, Bible memorization & Fellowship! Wednesdays from 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM during the school year. Register/drop off all ages in the main vestibule at 6:15 PM. Pick up in the children's hall at 7:30 PM.
Wednesday Night Supper
Wednesday night supper is served at 5:30 Pm on Wednesday nights during the school year as a convenience to those attending prayer meeting, Bible study and other Wednesday night activities. Reservations must be given to Lee by Tuesday of each week if you plan to attend. There is also a permanent list if you plan to attend each week. Cost is $4 per adult, $2 per child and maximum $12 per family.
Kehukee Work DayMark your calendar for Kehukee Work Day on March 21st. Rain date will be March 28th.
Easter Egg Hunt/Cookout
April 11th. Details to follow.
"IS IT I?"
April 9th, 7 PM "A decision on whether to cancel the 'Is IT I' performance will be made closer to the scheduled April 5th setup practice. Only the Good Lord knows His plans and if we'll be able to have the program but we should be prepared for the presentation. If we are still not able to have church by April 5th, then we will cancel. Thank you all for your continued prayers for our church, community, nation and world and in all we do may God's will be done." Shawn Holt
Easter Breakfast
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Stay In Shape ~ Walk Carter Lake
Come out to Camp Kehukee and bring a friend to participate in free twice weekly fitness walks.
Walks are every Monday and Friday starting on March 16th through May 15th (No walk on April 10th).
Gates will be open from 4:45 PM - 6:45 PM.
Participants MUST park near the picnic pavillion and sign-in at the pavillion before beginning their walk.
The pool bathroom and changing facilities will be available to participants.
Walking will be held on the scheduled dates unless weather dictates otherwise.
For further information contact Shawn Holt.
Walks are every Monday and Friday starting on March 16th through May 15th (No walk on April 10th).
Gates will be open from 4:45 PM - 6:45 PM.
Participants MUST park near the picnic pavillion and sign-in at the pavillion before beginning their walk.
The pool bathroom and changing facilities will be available to participants.
Walking will be held on the scheduled dates unless weather dictates otherwise.
For further information contact Shawn Holt.