Welcome To Oakland

September 14, 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.
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From Our Pastor

The eagle is the king of the skies, the bird that soars higher, sees further, and endures longer than almost any other creature.  There is something inspiring about watching an eagle.  While most birds flap frantically just to stay in the air, the eagle stretches out its wings and lets the wind lift it higher.  While smaller birds scatter at the first sign of a storm, the eagle locks its wings and rises above the clouds into the sunlight.
 
Isaiah says that when you wait upon the Lord, you too will mount up with wings as eagles.

Happenings

DEACON ORDINATION COUNCIL
Today • 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.

BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY • SEPTEMBER 21
 
BRIDAL SHOWER
Sunday, September 21 • 2:00 PM • Fellowship Hall

All ladies are invited to honor Miss Lakelyn Parker, bride-elect of Hunter Hughes.  Hunter is the son of Clay & Kim Hughes.  They are registered at Amazon & Ginger’s.

BRIDAL SHOWER
Sunday, September 21 • 2:00 PM • First Baptist Jackson Street House

All ladies are invited to honor Anna Dodd and Cody Crotts.  Anna is the daughter of Will & Jeana Dodd and the granddaughter of Sandy Dodd.  They are registered on The Knot & Ginger’s.

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.

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.

OAKLAND GOLF SCRAMBLE
Saturday, October 4 • 8:00 AM • Shiloh Ridge, Corinth

Sign up at the Front Welcome Center.  Cost is $30 each.  Contact Jerry Malone (662.415.6786) for more information.

LOSS OF A SPOUSE SEMINAR
Sunday, October 12 • 2:00 PM • Bride’s Room

If you are grieving the loss of a spouse, you are not alone.  Please join us for the Loss of a Spouse Seminar.  You’ll hear practical advice from others, how to cope with life without your spouse, and learn about the hope and healing that God provides.  Register at https://www.griefshare.org/leaderzone/my/events/275903 or call the Church Office for more information.  Participant guide is $10.

VISIT THE OAKLAND CHURCH LIBRARY!
The Library is now open on Sundays from 9:40 - 10:05 am, and Wednesdays from 5:30 - 6:00 pm.  We have several selections of Christian fiction, nonfiction, and children’s books.  Come by and check out a book, or just look around!  The library is located to the right of the A-Wing hall entrance. 

People Count at OBC

LAST WEEK
Bible Study • 527
Worship • 992
Wednesday Night • 436

Deacons On Call

BILL HARLAND • 662.415.2308
 
LAMAR HARRIS • 662.284.5572
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