Men's Ministry
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Celebrating A Century -
1912 - 2012
Throughout the new year
a number of events are being planned to mark the very special milestone
in the life of Oakland Church. We will be reminded of the legacy
left to us by those who have worshipped at this site on the Bedford
Street hill, and we remember them with thanksgiving in our hearts as we
look forward to what God has planned for our future. Several big
celebrations have already been scheduled for 2012. When you read
this the kick-off on January 15th will already be part of history.
In March the weekend of the 23rd - 25th has been set aside for a
Holy Spirit Conference. As the year progresses you will hear and
read much more about this and other events. Anyone who has an idea
to contribute for consideration to help celebrate is invited to contact
a member of the Centennial Planning Committee: Pastor Randy Bain,
Jane Naylor, Myrna Gilbert, Celeste Sprankle, Larry Hoover, Janet
Griffith or Barbara Mangus. For additional information, please contact the
church office at 269-3678 or email
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Easter - Lenten Sermon
Series
Pastor Randy will lead us in a
sermon series entitled "Journey to Hope" this Lenten season as
we travel with Jesus to the cross. We will discover along the way
that Hope can be found even in some of life's most difficult situations
and circumstances. For additional
information, please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email
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February 26
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"Who is With You
on the Journey?" - Mark 8:31-37 |
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March 4
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"Who Are You? -
Mark 11:1-11 |
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March 11 |
"Money: Do you
have it or does it have you? - Mark 10:35-44 |
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March 18 |
"Tired? Time
to Refuel" - Mark 14:32-40 |
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March 25 |
Holy Spirit
Weekend with Rev. Mark Nysewander |
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April 1 (Palm
Sunday) |
Easter Cantata
"Forsaken" |
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April 8 (Easter) |
"Looking for Hope
in a Broken World" - Mark 16:1-8 |
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HOLY SPIRIT WEEKEND
On March 23-25, we are
planning a Holy Spirit Conference in conjunction with our 100th
Anniversary Year. Rev. Mark Nysewander will be our guest preacher
/ teacher. Pray, prepare, and anticipate a powerful move of God
this weekend. Friday, March 23: The Weekend will begin with
a Celebrating a Century Banquet at Laurelview Village. Following
the meal and a time of worship celebration, Rev. Nysewander will be the
keynote speaker. Those of us participating in the 21-day Daniel
Fast will break the fast at this meal. Saturday, March 24:
Our Holy Spirit Conference will continue with morning and afternoon
worship and teaching times with Rev. Nysewander. There will be a Q
& A time with Rev. Nysewander over lunch. Sunday, March 25:
Rev. Nysewander will speak at both morning worship services to conclude
the Holy Spirit Conference. Mark your calendars and plan now to
attend. Flyers and registration materials are on the way. For additional information,
please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email
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Holy Thursday Service, Drama & Communion
On Thursday, April 5th at 7:00
pm, there will be a Contemporary Drama called "The Trials of Jess
Goodnuff" followed by Pastor Randy's message and the Sacrament of
Holy Communion. Join us for this important service during Holy Week
leading up to Easter where we celebrate Jesus is risen! See you on
Holy Thursday, April 5th, at 7:00 p.m. For additional information, please
contact the church office at 269-3678 or email
oumc@atlanticbb.net. |
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Easter Sunday at Oakland!
Easter Sunday at OUMC is a special time to celebrate that Jesus is
risen! Alleluia! Services on April 8th at 8:30 a.m. and
11:00 a.m. will feature the OUMC Chancel Choir, praise band, drama,
children and a special message by Pastor Randy titled "Looking for Hope
in a Broken World" to celebrate this very special day!
Everyone is welcome. . come and be a part of this special celebration of
Easter. For additional information,
please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email
oumc@atlanticbb.net. |
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Old Time Religion Sunday!
Get out your hats
ladies. Men, grow those handlebar mustaches and get out your old
duds. Our theme Sunday for the Sunday after Easter (April 15th) is
"Give me that Ole Time Religion." I'm not even sure what they wore
in the 19-teens, but let's give it a try. I'm picturing myself in
a black undertaker's jacket with an ascot tie. Any suggestions
will be appreciated. With the 100th Anniversary year, the idea of
"Ole Time Religion" was a no-brainer. Plan now to attend and
invite any friends that enjoy fun-filled worship! For additional
information, please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email
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L I F T (Living In
Fellowship Together)
Acts 2:46 says, "Every day
they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke
bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts."
On Wednesday, September 29th, OUMC will kick-off LIFT, our new Mid-Week
experience. At LIFT, we'll start with a light dinner at 6 pm
followed by small groups and other opportunities. There is something for
everyone and you are invited to join us for dinner, First Hour, Second
Hour, or the whole evening! LIFT Schedule is as follows: 6 -
6:20 Light Dinner, 6:30 - 7:25 First Hour and 7:30 - 8:30 Second Hour.
During the 1st Hour Adults will have 2 small group options or the
library and prayer room will be open. Youth will have a Large
Group time while Kids will can participate as Little Praise Dancers or
Arts & Activities. Second hour options for Adults will be 1 small
group, the library and prayer room will be open or they can participate
in Chancel Choir. Youth will have small groups while Children will
have a Hands-On Bible Learning Lab for Pre-K through 2nd Grade or Grapple
Small Group for 3rd - 6th Grade. Nursery will be available after
dinner for younger children of parents attending or leading small groups
or being in choir. If you and your family need a LIFT in the middle of
the week, come Wednesday evenings! For
additional information, please contact the church office at
269-3678 or email
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Men's Ministries
The purpose of the OUMC Men's Ministry is
to provide opportunities for the men of Oakland to grow more into the
likeness of Christ through service, learning and fellowship. The
Men's Ministry fulfills its purpose by involving men in small groups
that meet periodically and also annual events such as attending ball
games or other recreational activities. The Men's Ministry also
holds retreats at various times during the year and participate in a
wide variety of mission projects. For
additional information, please contact the church office at
269-3678 or email
oumc@atlanticbb.net.
Retired Men's Breakfast Fellowship Ministry
This ministry provides an opportunity for
fellowship, a time of prayer and a brief study. This group meets
the last Tuesday of each month at 8:00 am at Perkins Restaurant for
breakfast followed by fellowship and study / prayer. For
additional information, please contact the church office at
269-3678 or email
oumc@atlanticbb.net.
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