Welcome To Oakland

November 15, 2026

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

 
There was a generation that worked 10-hour shifts, came home tired, washed up, ate supper, and still went to Wednesday night Prayer Meeting.  Families drove cars without air conditioning to churches without air conditioning and somehow survived.  Mothers got several children dressed for Sunday School without tablets entertaining them. Farmers milked cows before daylight and still made it to church.  They were not perfect people, but they understood commitment.
 
Now we have padded seats, climate-controlled buildings, and comfortable automobiles.  We say Christ comes first, but our calendars sometimes tell another story.

Happenings

NO CHILDREN’S CHURCH/KID’S WORSHIP/CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP THIS MORNING
Everyone will meet in the Sanctuary for worship today.  Nursery is available for ages birth to 3 years old.
 
BRIDAL SHOWER BY MAIL
Oakland is showering Landry Callahan.  She is registered at Walmart, Amazon, & Belk.  All gift cards are appreciated.  Gifts may be mailed to her at 1565 Alderson Loop, Oxford, Mississippi 38655.  Landry is the daughter of Whitney Callahan and the granddaughter of Dianne Whitaker. 
 
SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS
Today • 2:00 PM • Bride’s Room

A special two-hour session of GriefShare will be offered to help those who are grieving to deal with the loss of a loved one during the holiday season.  Hosted by Andy & Natalie Stevens.

2026 OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD DRIVE
Today - Deadline

The Christmas Shoebox goal for 2026 is 1,000 boxes.  To help us reach our goal, please consider packing one box for each person in your household.  Other ways to help include giving $30 to fill a box, $10 to cover shipping for one box, or helping to load and deliver shoeboxes to Farmington Baptist Church on November 19.  Bring the filled boxes and place them on the steps of the altar.

TRADITIONS THAT BRING US TOGETHER
Today • 2:00-4:00 PM • Fellowship Hall

All ladies are invited to this event hosted by OBC Women’s Ministry.  We will share favorite traditions that bring family & friends together.  Bring a finger food along with the recipe!  Call the Church Office to sign up (662.287.3118).

SENIOR ADULT DAY-TRIP
Tuesday, November 17 • 10:30 AM • Collierville, TN

All adults, ages 55 & better, are invited to travel together to Collierville to eat at Red Robin and shop at The Avenue.  We will leave OBC at 10:30 am.  Cost is $10 each.  Sign up at the Front Welcome Center.

PRAISE SERVICE & MEAL
Wednesday, November 18 • 6:00 PM • Fellowship Hall


FAMILY WORSHIP
Sunday, November 22 • 10:15 AM

All children, grades 1-6, will worship with their families in the Sanctuary.  The children will sing during the service.

COUNSELORS NEEDED
Thursday, December 10

Oakland has been asked to provide counselors for the Lighthouse Toy Store event.  If you can serve that day, please see the sign-up sheet at the Front Welcome Center.

PART-TIME JOB OPENING
Oakland Baptist Church is accepting applications for a part-time Administrative Assistant for the Minister of Students & Recreation with additional responsibilities to the Financial Administrator.  Applications are available in the Church Office.  If you have any questions you may contact Bro. Trey Wayne.

SAMARITAN'S PURSE COMMUNITY MEDICAL OUTREACH
February 19-21, 2027 • Oakland

Volunteers are needed!  Information is at the Front Welcome Center with a QR code and how to apply.

SAMARITAN’S PURSE MEDICAL CLINIC MEALS
February 19-21, 2027
If you would like to serve during the upcoming free Medical Clinic by helping prepare or serve meals to our volunteers, sign up at the Front Welcome Center.  If you have questions, see Diane Phillips or Amy Barnes.

People Count at OBC

LAST WEEK
Bible Study • 543
Worship • 919
Wednesday Night • N/A

Deacons On Call

BRANDON QUINN • 662.415.2676
 
DOUG ROGERS • 662.293.0203
 
TRAVIS SMITH • 662.603.7997
PASTOR
Dr. Randy Bostick
ASSOC. PASTOR/EDUCATION
Dyer Harbor
MUSIC/SENIOR ADULTS
Jim Pinkston
FINANCIAL/ADMINISTRATOR
Trey Wayne
STUDENTS/RECREATION
Brad Marlar
PASTORAL CARE
Ray Kirk
CHILDREN/FAMILIES
Chris Butler