Welcome To Oakland

August 23, 2026

For Our Guests

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From Our Pastor

A wise man once told me to pour a cup of water.  He dipped his index finger into the cup.  I watched as miniature waves hit the glass, only to halt seconds later.  The wise man told that regardless of how important the world will ever view me or my accomplishments, history will only remember my name long enough for the waves of a cup of water to stop waving.  That man was right.  So, rather than live a life whose existence will be left without a trace, sketch your name into eternity in Heaven.  Trust Jesus now!

Happenings

FAMILY WORSHIP
Today • 10:15 AM

All children, grades 1-6, will worship in the Sanctuary with their family.  Ages 3-5 will have Children’s Church in the Gym.

WORTHY WEDNESDAY WORKERS NEEDED
See Bro. Chris (662.664.2816) if you would like to serve.

WORTHY WEDNESDAY WORKERS’ MEETING
Wednesday, August 26 • 6:00 PM • Oakville

 
BISCUITS & BIBLE
Make sure to sign up at the Front Welcome Center for our weekly Men’s Bible Study.  We meet every Thursday morning at 7:45 in the Fellowship Hall.  Bring your Bible and a friend.
 
WOMEN’S CONFERENCE WITH RITA SWEATT
Thursday, August 27, 2026 • 6:00 PM • OBC

Rita Sweatt will be presenting The Story of Hagar.  Admission is free and you can still register by calling the Church Office (662.287.3118).  Snacks will be served at 6:00 in the Fellowship Hall, followed by Rita’s presentation at 7:00.

BABY SHOWER
Sunday, August 30 • 2:00 PM • Fellowship Hall

All ladies are invited to honor Katy & Adam Price and soon expected baby boy.  They are registered at Amazon and Gingersnaps.  Adam is the son of Tina Downs.

WORTHY WEDNESDAYS BEGIN
Wednesday, September 2

Our Worthy Wednesdays for children will begin September 2 with a meal at 5:30 pm.  Ages 3, 4, & 5 will meet downstairs in C-Wing and grades 1-6 will meet upstairs in Oakville.

SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON
Thursday, September 3 • 10:30 AM • Tupelo, Mississippi

All adults, ages 55 & better, are invited to travel to Tupelo and enjoy food & fellowship together at the Olive Garden.  Cost is $15 each.  The bus will leave OBC at 10:30 am.  Sign up at the Front Welcome Center.

BETTERMAN
This 30-minute Men’s Bible Study on Thursday mornings, 6:30-7:00, will begin September 10.  There is no workbook, memorization or wasted time…just learning to be a “Betterman” in Jesus.  Sign up at the Front Welcome Center.

TERRIFIC TUESDAYS - 6:30 PM
August 25 – Dr. Fred Luter

YOUTH WEDNESDAY NIGHTS – 5:00-7:00 PM
August 26 – Night Of Worship & Waffles (OBC)

People Count at OBC

LAST WEEK
Bible Study • 530
Worship • 938
Wednesday Night • N/A

Deacons On Call

BILL HERSHEY • 423.342.7696
 
RANDY HOLT • 662.594.5248
 
MICHAEL HOPPER • 662.223.1187
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