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A farmer repeatedly invited his neighbor to come to his orchard and pick some apples.  The neighbor kept turning down the offer.  Finally, the farmer asked why.  The neighbor said, “Well, to tell the truth, I have tasted a few of them and they are very sour.  I picked a few along the roadside.”  The farmer said, “Ah yes,  those are sour.  I planted them to fool the boys who live around here.  But if you will come into the middle of my orchard, you will find a different taste.”

In the same way, people who just nibble on the outside of Christianity only see the fuddy-duds and goody-two-shoes who don’t have any joy.  Those apples were planted to keep out the hypocrites and curiosity seekers.  Christ is interested in people making a jump-in-with-both-feet commitment to Christ.           

BRIDAL SHOWER
Today • 1:00 PM • Fellowship Hall
All ladies are invited to honor Miss Emilee Manahan & Wiley Henshaw.  They are registered on Amazon, Ginger’s, The Sanctuary, Williams-Sonoma, and Lauren’s (Huntsville).  Emilee is the daughter of Eugene & Angie Manahan and the granddaughter of Margrette Cutchens.
 
SUPER SUMMER
Wednesday, July 15 • 6:00 -7:00 PM • OBC

SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON
Thursday, July 16 • 10:45 AM • Catfish Hotel
All adults, ages 55 & better, are invited to eat & fellowship together.  The bus will leave OBC at 10:45 am.  Cost is $15 each.  Sign up at the Front Welcome Center if you plan to go.
 
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT
Saturday, July 18 • 4:00-8:00 PM • OBC
For infants to age 12.  Bring a sack supper for your child and other snacks & drinks will be provided.  $5 per child ($10 maximum per family).  Pick up & drop off at the end of C-Wing (Nursery).  Call the Church Office (662.287.3118) to register your child by Wednesday, July 15!
 
BRIDAL SHOWER
Sunday, July 19 • 2:00 PM • Fellowship Hall
All ladies are invited to honor Miss Camille Edgar & Will Wayne.  They are registered at Amazon, Pottery Barn, Target, & Walmart.  Will is the son of Bro. Trey & Buffy Wayne.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Oakland will be hosting the Alcorn Schools “Professional Development” days on Monday, July 27, and Tuesday, July 28.  We will need greeters and servers on those two days.  If you would like to help, please stop by the Front Welcome Center to sign up.

SHARING HOPE IN CRISIS
This is a one-day seminar (9:00 am-3:00 pm) on Saturday, August 15, here at Oakland.  It is designed to help you share the love of Christ with your neighbors, co-workers and friends in times of crisis.  This regional event is free and led by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.  Go to oaklandbaptist.org and click the link to register.

LOST & FOUND
If you have lost or misplaced an item, please take a moment to check the Lost & Found area across from the Fellowship Hall.  All unclaimed items will be donated.

DEACON NOMINATIONS
During the month of July we are accepting nominations for deacons to serve for the next three years.  In order to be eligible, men must be at least 21 years of age and must have been a member of Oakland at least one year as of September 1, 2026.  The ballot box and ballots are located at the Front Welcome Center.
 
SAVE THE DATE
Women’s Conference with Rita Sweatt
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Details coming soon.

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