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Forecaster of
OXFORD BAPTIST CHURCH Oxford, North Carolina July 18, 2014
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Loving
God . . .
Loving
Others . . .
Serving
All . . .
Pastor as Spiritual Guide Each year the church provides money and time for me, as your pastor, to be involved in conferences, conventions and denominational activities. This year, in addition to my service on
CBF’s National Nominating Committee,
I am participating in a program called The Pastor as Spiritual Guide. I was invited to join this program last summer by Dr. David Whiteman, a retired baptist minister from Buies Creek. He and a Presbyterian lay-minister, Sarah Friday Peters, lead me and seven other pastors in monthly day-long retreats, and two 3 day retreats at the Avila Conference Center in Durham. The purpose of the program is to assist us in our spiritual growth with an eye toward the ways
we lead the church in it’s spiritual
growth and development. Though we began our meetings in October, the bulk of the program will take place between now and May. I look forward to the time spent focusing on spiritual growth and not just church programs or growth strategies. I pray my work in this program will positively shape the way I see my work. I believe that you will benefit as well. If you would like to talk more about it, please ask, I would love to share more. Peace, Chris
* * * * * Called Conference to receive Trustees Recommendation. The church was informed at the November Business Conference that we have become the recipients of the
McFarland Estate and that the estate’s
proceeds are to be directed towards world missions and the world’s poor. At this point, the church is still receiving parts of the estate and the estate will not close fully until late this spring. But, the church has taken possession of property and the trustees have a recommendation that requires church action. There will be an opportunity to discuss the Trustees Recommendation during Vespers on January 7th. The church will be asked to affirm the Trustees Recommendation in a Called Business Conference, following worship, on January 11. If you have any questions about this recommendation, you may contact the Trustees, Deacon Leadership or the Pastor. Thank you for your time and attention regarding these matters that will soon shape the way we engage in missions for many years to come.
Join Us for
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP
11:00 AM
EPIPHANY SUNDAY
January 4, 2015
“Love or Fear”
Isaiah 60: 1-4a, Matthew 2: 1-12
“Rejoice and Be Merry”
Sanctuary Choir
BAPTISIM OF THE LORD
Sunday, January 11
“A Baptized Church”
Psalm 29 , Mark 1: 4-11
Music by Sanctuary Choir
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Forecaster of
OXFORD BAPTIST CHURCH Oxford, North Carolina January 2, 2015
Loving
God . . .
Loving
Others . . .
Serving
All . . .
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FAMILY AND STUDENT MINISTRY
SAVE-THE - DATE
NC Baptist Youth Bell Festival
February 27-28, 2015
Friendly Ave. Baptist Church
Greensboro, NC
Oxford Baptist is a Cooperative Baptist Fellowship congregation dedicated to serving God through worship, ministry, and community outreach in Christ’s name.
We strive to be a loving, caring family of faith open for all who would believe and follow Christ.
2014 - 2015
MUSIC MINISTRY
of Oxford Baptist Church
“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but
will have the light of life.” John 8:12
How grateful we are for our Adult Musicians and the beautiful music they prepared for our
Service of Lessons and Carols on December 21. I am so blessed to have the opportunity to
work with such talented and dedicated musicians. Thank You! to all who share their talents
and time so faithfully throughout the year and especially during the Advent~Christmas Season.
Perhaps you would like to join us this new year! Our first rehearsal is Wednesday, January 7,
at 7:35 in the sanctuary. We would love to have you!
2015 START-UP SCHUDULE
Wed., Jan. 7 - Activities and Rehearsals Resume
Thurs., Jan. 8 - Adult Bell Outing
Sun., Jan. 11 - Youth Rehearsals resume
BAPTIST MEN’S SUNDAY
JANUARY 25
Men’s Choir will rehearse at 9:00 that morning and
we hope you will make plans to join us!
2015 YOUTH REMINDERS
* Sun., Jan. 11: Regular Schedule Resumes
Lots of information about upcoming
opportunities !
* 2nd Semester Snack Supper ($50) and 2 liter
drinks by Feb. 1
* Youth Fundraiser on Mon., Jan. 19
(Local MLK Breakfast)
* OBC YOUTH ACADEMY Coming in February!!!!
OBC BOYS BASKETBALL SCHUDULE
Jan. 3 - 3:45 - Crossroads
Jan. 10 - 11:00 - Crossroads
Jan. 17 - 6:00 - Crossroads
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Deacon Of the Week
Sunday, Jan. 4 — Mrs. Frankie Marks
Sunday, Jan. 11 — Mr. Al Overby
FACTS and FIGURES
December 21, 2014
Sunday School ~ 115
Budget Receipts $ 22,510.00
Designated Offerings $ 1,666.67
December 28, 2014
Sunday School ~ 75
Budget Receipts $ 13,054.00
Designated Offerings $ 1,810.00
YTD Budget Needs $ 566,690.00
YTD Receipts $ 486,177.30
YTD Receipts % 85%
FORECASTER OF OXFORD BAPTIST CHURCH (USPS 573-1600 is published bi-monthly by Oxford Baptist Church, 147 Main Street, Oxford NC. 27565 Periodicals paid at Oxford, NC. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to FORECASTER OF
OXFORD BAPTIST CHURCH, P.O. BOX 398, Oxford, N.C. 27565
Sue Todd Wallace Mullen Marie Musgrove
Mona Hill
Bob Wainwright Brenda Currin
Weldon Hampton Our Shut-In’s
PRAYERS and CONCERNS
1/4
Danny Currin
John Currin
* Chip Fudge
Robert Garrett
1/11
Weldon Hampton
Rob Hill
* Tom Houlihan
James Lumpkins
1/4
Nursery: Kristin &
Andy Archer
Toddlers:Michelle &
Hunter Campbell
Children:Jessica &
Marty Deal
1/11
Frankie Marks &
Ann Timberlake
Jill & Matt Norwood
Wanda Clay
Preschool /Children
Wednesday Night Fellowship Dinner
Jan 7 ~ Vegetable Beef Soup Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Dessert
Jan 14 ~ Spaghetti Salad Bar Bread Dessert
OBC Renewal Fund
Goal—$75,000.00 Received to date: 42,370.00
Needed: $32,630.00
Deacon Greeters
In Loving Memory . . .
Mr. Kelway “Kelly” Howard, II
December 17, 2014
Mrs. Ollie Mae Green
December 25, 2014
Congratulations to Jacquie & Hunt Creech on the
birth of their daughter, Isca “Izzy” Louise,
born December 20,
Grandparents: Rosemary & Charles Creech.
Congratulations and Best Wishes to ~
Allison Blair Williams
NC Central University
ATTENTION . . . ALL Baptist MEN from ages 6 to 106
Baptist Men’s Day
Sunday, January 25
Please plan to join us for breakfast, guest speaker.
Watch for more details in an upcoming Forecaster!!
The Senior Adults have planned a trip
to The Olde English Tea Room in
Wake Forest on Tues., Jan 27. Will
depart OBC parking lot at 9:30 am.
Visit some local shops and have lunch at the Tea Room.
Join the group by making your reservation by calling
Elaine Breedlove @ 693-5663 asap!
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147 Main Street
Oxford, NC 27565
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Life @ OBC - Jan. 4—Jan. 17
Sunday, January 4 9:15—Library open 9:45—Sunday School 11:00—Worship Service NO EVENING ACTIVITIES Monday, January 5 3:00—Monday Afternoon WOM Wednesday, January 7 4:20—Jubilation Ringers 5:30—Kinderbabies, Children’s Choirs 6:00—Fellowship Dinner 6:45—Vespers, Children’s Mission Groups 6:55—Male Chorale 7:35—Sanctuary Choir Thursday, January 8 TBA—Adult Bell Ringers
CHURCH STAFF
Rev. Chris Aho Pastor
Mrs. Cindy S. Joy Minister of Music/Youth [email protected]
Miss Judy Ligon
Financial Secretary/ Office Manager
Mrs. Mary Adcock Receptionist/Secretary
Mrs. Martha Thompson Administrative Assistant
Mr. Tommy Hawley Custodian
Mrs. Debbie Pittard
WEE School Director [email protected]
(919)693-5181
www.oxfordbaptistnc.org
1/11
9:15—Library open
9:45—Sunday School
11:00—Worship Service
4:00—WOM Counsel Mtg at the
home of Mrs. Jeannette Carey
4:30—Celebration Ringers
5:45—Youth Discipleship
6:30—Youth Snack Supper
7:00—Youth Choir
7:50—Oxford Ringers
1/12
10:30—DBW– WOM
12:00—BBW-WOM
6:45—SISTERS WOM
1/13
7:00—Girls Ensemble
1/14
4:20—Jubilation Ringers
5:30—Kinderbabies, Children’s Choirs
6:00—Fellowship Dinner
6:45—Vespers, Children’s
Mission Groups
6:55—Male Chorale
7:35—Sanctuary Choir
1/15
7:00—Adult Bell Ringers