Sunday, August 22, 2010

Our thanks to Gail Robbins for teaching the lesson today - great job!

LESSON: Relationships: The Long Distance Factor - 2 Cor. 7:9-15
Biblical Truth: Christians can minister to others even in distant, uneasy situations.
Look at Others' Example: Be Generous - 2 Cor. 8:1-7
Consider Jesus' Example: Be Loving - 2 Cor. 8:6-9
Establish Your Example: Be Eager - 2 Cor. 9:1-2, 7-8
Think About Results: Be Optimistic - 2 Cor. 9:12-15


PRAYER REQUESTS - James 5-13:16
Ray Weaver - twin sister, Faye and her husband were traveling across the country in their motor home when Faye's husband became ill and had to be hospitalized with brain tumor at Duke University. Faye suffered a heart attack on Sunday morning while waiting with her husband for his upcoming surgery. Remember Faye and her husband, as well as Ray and their family.

Sunnie Hall - back in class this morning after having kidney stones removed last Thursday.

Don Watson - recovering from a broken leg at home.

Ashton Lott - to stay strong in the Lord as he begins college at OSU.

Don Clemans - friend, Steve (Greek) Vanidias, passed away, continue to remember his wife, Denise.

Luther & Vickye Teague - daughter, Mandy, surgery scheduled for Monday.
Sharol Batson - brother's continued recovery and her mother and father.


VISITORS - Jackie Whitehurst, Bob McCoullough, Margaret Miller, Charlie & Mary Ninde, Albert Sooner, and Charles Williamson.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES - Janice Turner, Ron Dougless, Laura Elmore, Margaret Ladd, Beverly Peterson, and Jan Sturdevant.


ANNOUNCEMENTS
Owasso Baptist Homes for Children - White City Cottage, Boys cottage, Birthday Party for Jason, turning 9 years old - Tuesday, August 24th, 6:30 pm, CiCi's Pizza in Owasso. Come join the celebration!

Dayspring Villa Golf Tournament - August 30th at Meadowbrook Country Club - if you or your company will sponsor a hole, team or prize, or just to sign up to play, please contact Nora Cook at 366-2452 or Julie Bailey at DSV - 245-4075.

WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE - New Group starting Thursday, September 9th - 10:00 am, in the Church Parlor. Contact Jill Willey for details - 298-1562.

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY -
- Bible Study and roundtable discussion of The Shack at 10:00 am Wednesday mornings. For more information, contact Donna Ryel at 744-8271 or Ann Lockney at 743-4579.
- Breaking Free - Beth Moore - Updated Version - September 8th - Wednesday mornings, 9:30 am - 5th floor South Building. Contact Jill Willey for more information - 298-1562.

CARING CENTER NEEDS - Peanut Butter & Jelly for September
To help meet the needs of the poor and homeless in our community, the Caring Center is in desperate need of men's shoes and clothing. The Center has plenty of women's clothing at this time, except they always need bras. Hygiene items needed: toilet paper, razors, bath soap and toothbrushes. You can drop your donations off at the Caring Center, 305 South Detroit from 10:00 am to 12 Noon.

LADIES NELL HILL TRIP - last day to sign up for the September 10th and 11th trip. Contact Sally Taggart at 749-8221.

ANNUAL FALL WIENNER ROAST - Friday, October 22nd -- mark your calendars for the Larkins annual wienner roast - more details later.

CHRISTMAS PARTY - Friday - December 3 - 6:30 pm - Fellowship Hall. Mark your calendar for our annual party you will not want to miss!

VAN DRIVERS still needed -- please call Ron Ryel at 744-8271 to volunteer!