VOL. 30 NO. 18 May 6, 2020

2020 Theme:

That all may see Jesus.

From The Elders Sunday Meeting: The elders met Sunday morning after worship to discuss Great Oaks’ plans going forward, since parts of our community are beginning to re-open this week. Here is what they decided:

We hope to resume some format for getting back together soon, but for now, we will continue our livestream-only wor-ship next Sunday, May 10. Tentatively, we plan for livestream-only worship also on Sunday, May 17, but we will be watching the community health situation to see if it continues to move in a stable direction. We think it best to keep all options open beyond next week, since the effects of the community re-opening cannot be known at this time.

Governor Lee, Shelby County/Memphis officials, and health officials continue to advise that churches remain online for now. We are praying that all will go well with the re-openings and that we can decide on the best way to begin coming back together for worship soon, in a way that will keep everyone as safe as possible. Please keep our elders, our communi-ty leaders, and our community health situation in your prayers.

Other items discussed:

• We are canceling our June VBS. If the health situation improves, perhaps we can try a 1-day VBS or something similar later this year.

• Our summer youth ministry interns were scheduled to begin on May 17. Instead we plan for them to begin on June 1, even if much of their work may be digital for awhile. Both of our interns have local housing with their families.

• We are studying the full summer schedule at this time with the attempt to salvage or revise as much of our planning as we possibly can considering the present situation.

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From Tim…

ENCOURAGING OUR GRADUATES – We still want to honor our graduates this year! See inside this bulletin for the list of graduates. Here’s what we plan to do:

GRADUATE VIDEO - On Sunday, May 17, we plan to show the annual graduate video on our Sunday morning livestream, immediately following the time of worship.

GIFTS FOR THE GRADUATES - If you want to give a gift to our graduates, you can drop gifts off at the building (we have tables set up for the graduates in the lobby like usual), or you can mail it to them directly. Great Oaks always gives Bibles to our high school graduates, and we will do that again, though we may wait to present them later this year.

SOURCES OF STRENGTH – Sunday morning we began a series reminding us that God has always given His people the re-sources to hold them up through difficult times. We began by reminding ourselves of the strengthening power of worship. When we feel stressed or alone or frustrated, let’s take time to worship, and then re-enter the world more ready to live in God’s strength.

As the community begins to try re-opening this week, be praying for good results! We hope to see everyone together again in the not-too-distant future. For now, see you tonight at 7pm on the livestream, and again on the livestream

Sunday morning (Mother’s Day!) at 10am, ready to worship…

Prayer Requests • Cassie Amon: received the results of her 9 biopsies.

She does not have celiac disease but has a gluten intolerance/sensitivity. She is on a low gluten diet and will return to see the doctor in 3 weeks.

• John Beville: received a nerve block last Thursday to help with his back pain. It has not helped as much as they had hoped. He has a follow-up with his doctor on May 14.

• Sylvia Breining: Susie Martin’s sister-in-law, has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She is undergoing chemo which will be followed by surgery.

• Carol Burchfield: Linda Crossett’s sister, had an accident last Saturday while walking her dog. She has a fractured pelvis. She is at a rehab in Searcy and in a lot of pain. She will be in the rehab until May 19th.

• Wanda Coats: had a very good check-up last week. She says she is feeling good.

• Diane Cox: mother of Stephanie Shores, is in poor health and prayers have been requested for her and her husband, Don. Cards can be mailed to 225 Links View , Oakland, TN 38060

• Beaullah (Gonzo): daughter of Noah & Margaret Gonzo in South Africa needs prayers due to bad health.

• Elivia Guzman: Carmen Peronto’s mother: has been diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. Prayers request as they decide on and begin treatment.

• Becky Hogue: mother of Angie Palazola, a former member, her cancer has returned for the 3rd time. Angie is staying with her as she is going through treatments. Becky’s address is: P. O. Box 1144, Pocahontas, AR 72455-1144.

• Rick Haynes: former partner of Larry Jackson, is in therapy and slowly recovering from a stroke.

• Marvin Mann: is in the hospital. He is not doing well and they are planning to send him home (to his daughter Deborah’s) They are arranging hospice care for him.

• Mary Ann Mescher, mother-in-law of Melissa Mescher is now at Melissa’s sister-in-law’s home. She is doing outpatient therapy. Her speech and processing of information is needing more work.

• Brian Olive: is getting his chemo therapy every other Monday. He is doing okay but hurting.

• Anita Seckt: Jennie Milligan’s aunt; is hospitalized with a broken wrist and hip she received for a fall. She has Parkinson’s. Her surgery has been moved to today (Wednesday.)

• Ashlee Williams: is in Methodist Germantown ICU. She was admitted for a severe kidney infection then developed fluid on her lungs. She was tested for Covid-19 and test was negative. As of last night she is doing better. If her oxygen numbers stabilize they plan to move her out of ICU to a step down room today. Pray that her lungs cooperate.

• Jennifer Williams: has 4 more chemo treatments. She is scheduled for another chemo treatment tomorrow. This is a new kind of chemo. Please pray it is not hard on her.

• Susan Yoon: is having constant stomach pain and can’t keep food down. She is having tests on June 3 to try and determine the cause.

We are honoring Kate Canady with a

Gift Card Baby Shower by Mail!

Kate is registered at Target, Amazon,

and Buy Buy Baby.

If you would rather send her a gift by mail

you are welcome to do so.

Her address is Kate Canady:

8175 Vildo Road,

Whiteville, TN 38075.

Her due date is June 22. Please send gifts

by June 1st.

Our Condolences to Vicki Elkins and family… in the loss of her Aunt Berena Nunez and Great-aunt Eustacia Huachillo. They were members of the Las Flores church of Christ in Lima Peru. Both deaths were from the Covid-19 virus.

Vicki Elkins request prayers for the Las Flores church of Christ in Lima Peru. Many of the members are stricken with Covid-19 this includes her uncle and aunt. They have two small children.

Great Oaks church of Christ is planning to honor our graduates.

MAY 17, 2020

High School Seniors: College Graduates: Emma Barker Ryan Barker Tylin Dismuke Isaac Barrantes Clare Milam Kelsey Martin Colby Richardson Don Alan Riggs Leah Daniel Matt Grinder Drew Gallaher Seth Key Farmer Connor Priester Danielle (Head) Ferguson Candace Welch Hayley Ford

HIGH SCHOOL GRADS: A letter and email have been sent to each family highlighting what we need from you to be able to accomplish our goal. College graduates are reminded to turn in their information this week for the bulletin insert that will be published next week. For the Graduate Bulletin Insert and Display Table (bio, picture & 5X7 framed picture):

• A wallet-size picture of the graduate (can be emailed)

• A bio - The bio needs to include the name of the college you're graduating from. Also include any special honors, awards, presentations, or scholar-ships you will be receiving. If you are employed, where you are employed. Finally, we need to know your plans following graduation. (can be emailed)

• The picture and bio can be emailed to the church office (office@greatoaks.org) or you can mail or bring it to the church office.

• A framed 5X7 of the graduate. Please be sure it is the kind of frame that will stand up on the table.

• All pictures will be returned.

• If you have any questions, please see Brenda Amon.

To our congregation you may mail a gift to the graduates or we have tables set up in the lobby for gifts. If you wish to drop off a gift please let Brenda know when you will be stopping by.

For Hayley Ford will be held on June 7th.

At 3:00 pm at Great Oaks church of Christ

Her fiancé is Jon Ward. She is registered at

Bed Bath & Beyond and Target.

Hostesses are: Dana Hutson and Donna Parrish.

More Lessons via Facebook and Zoom:

College/20’s Monday Night Online Bible Study: They meet on Monday night via Zoom. Contact Aarek if you would like to join the group.

Ladies Bible Class: meets twice a week via FaceBook. Haley Wilson is presenting lessons. Contact Haley if you would like to get an alert as to the day and time each week. Bible Lessons for 3rd & 4th graders): Please contact Terri Arnett and Dodie Mitchum for details and how to join. Lessons on the Psalms of Asaph for Adults: Contact Aaron Anderson for details (These are on Emilee’s FB Page.) Bible Fun For Kids: this popular Bible class is facilitated by Deb Jackson on the website: www.biblefunforkids.com

Let’s give Christy Lampley a shower

to celebrate..

May 31st at 3:00 p.m.

At Great Oaks church of Christ

Christy is registered at: Target, Walmart

and Bed Bath & Beyond.

Hostess is: Donna Harris.

Sunday, May 10th..

Wishing all our mom’s a happy

Address for Faith Prince (Kevin Beville’s mother)

cards of sympathy for the loss of her husband, Bob

Prince may be mailed to: 7016 Chery Blossom Cove,

Memphis, TN 38133.

FOR THE RECORD

Week 2020 Avg.

Sunday (04/26/2020

Contribution $18,175 $17,977 $18,000

Please remember the work of the church continues during this turbulent time in our world. While we are not congre-gating for our services please remember to give according as you have prospered. You can do it online via our webpage

Or if you prefer you can send your check to Great Oaks church of Christ, 3355 Brunswick Road, Memphis, TN 38133.

Services Livestreamed: 1. Through our website on your computer: Click on “Watch Live” on the top menu.

2. Through our website on your phone: Click the 3 lines to open the menu. Click the ‘+’ beside “Media.” Click “Live Streaming.”

3. Through Facebook: Go to the Great Oaks Church of Christ Facebook page.

4. Through Youtube: Go to the Great Oaks Church of Christ YouTube channel.

5. Through the Great Oaks smartphone app: Get the app by downloading “My Church by Pushpay” and search for Great Oaks Church of Christ. When you open the app, click “Media” at the bottom. Click “Watch our Livestream.” Then click the triangle in the circle that says “Watch Live.”

6. Through your SmartTV or a streaming device (Roku, Firestick, AppleTV, etc): download the Boxcast app, and search for Great Oaks Church of Christ.

Our Spanish Services for Sunday morning worship @ 10 AM and Wednesday night devo @ 7 PM are also livestreamed on their FaceBook page: Iglesia de Cristo Memphis.

Great Oaks church of Christ Office Hours The office will be staffed from 9:00 am— 2:00 pm Monday—Friday. If you have any need; food, a ride to an appointment, prayer, please call the office 901-372-4449 and we will contact a person to help you.

Reminder: We have placed a 3-drawer cart on the outside of the building in the alcove at the entrance to the 300 Wing (Mothers-Day-Out entrance). It will have the following items in it:

• Drawer 1) Lord’s supper supplies: All-in-one bread/juice; bread in baggies, and cups for you to use your own 100% Grape Juice.

• Drawer 2) The current bulletin (published on Wednesdays)

• Drawer 3) Order of Worship and the Prayer/Sick List(published on Fridays.)

SCHEDULE: WORKS SUPPORTED: Sunday Bible Study: 9 AM Voice of Truth International Sunday Worship: 10 AM & 5 PM Tennessee Children’s Home

Wednesday Bible Study 2 PM & 7 PM Potter Children’s Home PHONE : (901) 372-4449 Memphis School of Preaching FAX: (901) 377-3039 Focus Press/Brad Harrub/Nashville SPANISH: (901) 378-2294 Church of Mezhevaya, Ukraine

MINISTERS/Cell Numbers: Church in Pokrovsk, Ukraine Pulpit: Tim Alsup 901-201-1341 Church in Zimbabwe/Noah Gonzo

Youth: Matthew Higginbotham Church in Costa Rica/Joaquin Rojas

865-274-3472 Gary Reaves Spanish Ministry in NC College/20’s: Aarek Farmer Church in Brazil/Randy Short 901-574-0192 Operation Ukraine/Columbus, MS Spanish: Moises Umana Church in San Luis Potosi, Mexico

210-919-8151 Church in Honduras ELDERS: Apologetics Press Kenny Harris, Larry Jackson, Lynn HopeWorks Parrish, Mark Pledge, Don Hutson, Macon Road church of Christ Mickey Barker: Michael Williams Las Flores church of Christ, Peru Secretaries: Brenda Amon: office@greatoaks.org Pam McKay: pmckay@greatoaks.org

FACEBOOK: Iglesia de Christo Great Oaks WEBSITE: www.greatoaks.org

Read through the Bible in 2020

May 6: II Samuel 22 and II Peter 1

May7: II Samuel 23; 24 and II Peter 2

May 8: I Kings 1 and II Peter 3

May 9: I Kings 2; 3 and James 1

May 10: I Kings 4; 5; 6 and James 2

May 11: I Kings 7; 8:1-30 and James 3; 4:1-12

May 12: I Kings 8:31-66; 9 and James 4:13-17; 5

Youth Wednesday Night Meeting We plan to have a meeting with all the Youth Group

Kids every Wednesday at 6pm over Zoom. You will

be able to access this meeting using your internet

browser or by downloading the Zoom app on your

phone. Please encourage your children to join us!

Please contact Matthew Higginbotham if you have any

questions.