Welcome To Oakland

September 7, 2025

For Our Guests

WELCOME TO OAKLAND! We're glad you chose to worship with us today.  Please take a moment to complete the Connection Card.  You can complete the card from the app by clicking the following link.
DISCOVER OUR MINISTRIES. To learn more about Oakland, click the Home button in the app or browse the website.

From Our Pastor

One of the most stunning truths about the eagle is how it handles storms.  Most birds flee for cover at the first sign of thunder, but not the eagle.  It flies straight into the storm, locking its wings in place. The same winds that drive other birds down actually lift the eagle higher.  Scientists have recorded eagles rising thousands of feet on storm currents, soaring above the clouds into calm skies where the sun still shines.
 
Isaiah was referring to the people of God when he said, “They shall mount up with wings as eagles.” The believer is not promised a storm-free life, we are promised a storm-proof strength.

Happenings

HOME OF EL ROI OPEN HOUSE & SHOWER REGISTRY
Today • 1:00-5:00 PM

Home of El Roi will open the doors to a home filled with hope, healing, and fresh beginnings.  Tour the space, meet the team, and witness the vision God has brought to life.  It is located at 226 CR 248, Glen, MS.  If you would like to help furnish the kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms, please visit myregistry.com and search for “Home of El Roi.”  Please bring your items to the Open House.

DEACONS’ MEETING
Today • 1:30 PM • Room A-102


BRIDAL SHOWER
Today • 2:00 PM • Fellowship Hall

All ladies are invited to honor Miss Michaela Holt and Landon Phillips.  Michaela is the daughter of Randy & Susan Holt. They are registered at Amazon & Walmart.

DEACON ORDINATION COUNCIL
Sunday, September 14 • 2:00 PM • Room A-102

All ordained men are invited to participate in the council questioning Bailey Digby and Joel Wooley for Deacon Ministry.

TABLES OF TESTIMONIES
Monday, September 15 • 6:00 PM • Oakland

Registration is now open online (oaklandbaptist.org), on the Oakland app, or at the Women’s Ministry Tables.  Cost is $15 each.  The deadline to register is today.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD DONATIONS FOR SEPTEMBER
Leave the following items in the box at the Back Welcome Center: Small Foam Balls, Deflated Soccer Balls, and Pump.

SHELTERING TREE
Sheltering Tree needs help with follow-up and connecting with families after we minister to their physical needs. Already this year, we have helped 136 families in our area and have had 9 salvations. Most of these are unchurched people who are looking for love and acceptance in a church. If you are interested in joining a Connection Team please contact Donna Miles @ 662-415-9059 or Teresa Fett @ 662-643-3529. They will plug you into a team that will fit with your daytime or evening schedule.

BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY • SEPTEMBER 21
Watch for details!

2026 BUDGET REQUESTS
Budget Requests for 2026 must be submitted to the Financial Office by Wednesday, October 1.  See Bro. Trey Wayne with any questions.

People Count at OBC

LAST WEEK
Bible Study • 452
Worship • 859
Wednesday Night • 405

Deacons On Call

REID BOSTICK • 662.415.5615
 
CHRIS CRIGGER • 662.665.5367
 
DAVID CURRY • 662.415.3555
PASTOR
Dr. Randy Bostick
ASSOC. PASTOR/EDUCATION
Dyer Harbor
MUSIC/SENIOR ADULTS
Jim Pinkston
FINANCIAL/ADMINISTRATOR
Trey Wayne
STUDENTS/RECREATION
Brad Marlar
PASTORAL CARE
Raybon Richardson
CHILDREN/FAMILIES
Chris Butler