Before the storms of the evening moved in on us, we had some fun.  In the morning there was the “Stupid Talent” show.  To kick the show off was our very own Tim and Oliver doing what they thought were impersonations of characters from King of the Hill. 

In the afternoon we played in round 1 of the softball tournament.  We had good hits and our infield kept their gloves in the air even when a ball was not in play. (Look at the pictures).  One young man from Bible Baptist Church learned what it meant to face OLBC in softball.  He’s ok, but just between us, he’s milking his ‘injury’ for all the sympathy he can get (especially from the girls!).

In the evening service, Bro. Joe talked about All Stars.  Specifically the three children of God that were thrown into the firey furnace.  Due to the wind blowing in off the storm, Bro. Joe did not have any problem getting everyone to huddle up around the fire he built to represent the furnace.

We hope you enjoy the pictures here, Jars – Day 3.  More to follow!

The weather so far this week at camp has been WET!  No doubt!  However, at no time has the weather threaten our safety or the safety of the campground.  Everyone has been safe and sound.  Unless you count the time that Tim almost got hit by a softball…

The storms that made national news Sunday night occured AFTER we arrived at camp.  The storms Wednesday night impacted us by making Bro. Joe close the service early.  After that we stayed in the tabernacle watching a movie instead of playing a volleyball tournament.

At no time has the weather threaten us with anything other than very heavy rain.  Your prayers for our safety are working.  We have had cool weather for camp which is unheard of and for which we all are very grateful.  It’s usually so hot here you can barely stand it.

Please continue to prayer for the campers and counselors and that God will continue His work here at camp.

Day 2 of camp dawned…drier…

We had good weather most of the day.  The game show for the day had something to do with who can eat the most disgusting thing.  The list is too disgusting to post, you’ll just have to see some of the pictures.  Later in the day, Bro. Joe taught us that things aren’t as they appear or never take ice cream from a preacher.

Bro. Joe brought two good messages; one in the morning and one in the evening.  Praise God!  21 young people came forward to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.

Some pictures for you are here, Jars Day 2.

The theme for Sr. Camp this year is ‘Jars’.  We got a late start, but we made to Lake Texhoma safe and sound.  We were not involved in any flooding or bad road issues.  Thanks for all the prayers for a safe trip.

Monday dawned bright and, well, wet.  The stuff you see in the pictures is not from the sprinklers…it’s all from the sky.  We managed to invent a new game…Water Volleyball.

Later in the day, Tim thought he had won a hundred dollars.  Look at the pictures to see what he really won!

Please continue to pray for all of the youth from all of the churchs here at camp.  God wants to work, we need to let him.

More will follow…but follow this link, Jars – Day 1, to see some pictures.

AWANA Program 2007-2008

Our AWANA club will start up again the third Sunday of September 2007 (September 16^th). Registration will start three weeks before then on August 26^th. Registration will continue on September 2^nd, and September 9^th.

We need new and experienced AWANA volunteers and helpers. AWANA Clubs is a great way to express and live your faith by being an example to our youngest church members, and help to guide them to grow in their faith with our Lord, through Bible memory, study, and FUN!!!! If you like to have FUN, then see Jeff Hutchinson, the AWAN Commander, to see where you can serve in Oak Lake Baptist Church’s AWANA Club!!

For more information about OLB AWANA Club contact Jeff Hutchinson at 281-650-1978 or bsahutch@msn.com he will be happy to answer any of your questions.

AWANA Awards and Recognition Ceremony 2006-2007

Sunday May 20^th at 5:30pm the AWANA Club will hold it’s Annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony. We will recognize the AWANA Club members achievement and leaders dedicated service during the past year. It is important that we have as many people as possible in attendance to recognize the achievements of our AWANA students and our AWANA volunteers for their service.

Jeff Hutchinson, the AWANA Commander, would like to thank the church members for their outstanding financial support of this great program through out the past year! Many “seeds” have been planted, and God’s Words have been hidden in many hearts this past year, and two little souls have found Jesus. We have a lot to celebrate and want you to be a part of the celebration. Plan now to attend the AWAN Awards and Recognition Ceremony May 20^th at 5:30pm and show your support of this great program and our youth.

For more information about the Ceremony contact Jeff Hutchinson at 281-650-1978 or bsahutch@msn.com he will be happy to answer any of your questions.

Year End Bash (May 18^th 7pm-7am)

SPECAIL ANNOUNCMENT AND CHALLENGE…

Jeff Hutchinson, the AWANA Commander, has challenged the kids that if they can bring 20 AWANA aged kids to the Year End Bash that he would let the one that brought the most kids put a cream pie in his face!!!!
Our AWANA program will be having their year end bash on May 18th; 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.!  The plan is for everyone to have a sleep over at the church and do lots of fun activities and games like…

Sneaky Sneakers!
Bust My Bubble!
Front Row Swim!
Which way did they go!
Tornado Alley!
Spot Light Tag!
The Quick and the Dead!
Ring Around the Church!
Plus….
Have a real Camp Fire!
Roast Hot Dogs!
Make Smore’s!
Home-Made Ice Cream!
Dutch Oven Cobbler!
Watch a Movie on the Big Screen!
Huge Pajama Party!   (Stuffed Bears Optional)
Bible Time!
Stay up till 1:00am!!!

All AWANA members and their guest plus any church member interested in helping out are asked to make plans to attend.  Remember Jeff’s challenge to bring 20 kids!

Packing List:

• Sleeping Bag
• Pillow
• Bible
• Pajamas
• Change of clothes
• Small Flashlight
• Laundry Bag
• Positive Attitude

The Year End Bash is going to be a great way to celebrate all the hard work that everyone has done through out the year in the AWANA program.  Even though we are going to take a quick break over the Summer months we will all look forward to when AWANA starts back up in the Fall.  The AWANA leaders would like to invite everyone to come out and help us celebrate a great year in AWANAs with the kids and enjoy the campfire, eat a couple of hot dogs with the kids, and spend some time with our young church members.  You never know, they may just bring out the kid in you and you might have some fun!!!!   For more information about the Year End Bash contact Jeff Hutchinson at 281-650-1978 or bsahutch@msn.com he will be happy to answer any of your questions.

Snap, Snap… It’s Picture Time!

The youth here at Oak Lake are beginning a fundraiser for camp, starting this morning! We have a team of about 40-50 people that will be selling coupons for portrait sittings at $10.00 a piece. Olan Mills Portrait Studios will then come to the church the weekend of June 7-9 and take the pictures here.

Calling all Gals!

“What Not to Wear” is our theme for our all girls of all ages luncheon on Saturday, May the 12th at 11:00 a.m.! We’ll have a good program, good food, and great fellowship! Our menu consists of chicken breast, potatoes, green beans, salad, and dessert. Much work has already gone into the planning and preparation for you, so plan to attend! We are looking for fashion items such as evening bags, dress gloves, miniature shoes, scarves, hats, hankies and things pertaining to fashion. Tickets are on sale for $7.00 for adults and $4.00 for girls under 12. Invite a friend and have lunch with us! Buy your ticket now from Sandra Heerssen, Lynn Fussell, Erma Harvill or Kristi Hughes.

Our AWANA program will be having their end of year bash on May 18th; 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.! The plan is for lots of activities including a sleep-over here at the church!! More details to follow. All AWANA members and anyone interested make plans to attend.

Summer Means Camp!

Camp time will be here again in June and July! Senior camp for grades 6 and up will be June 18th – 22nd at Texoma Youth Camp near Denison, Tx. Junior camp takes place on July 23rd – 27th also at Texoma. The cost will be $125.00 per camper. This is a great place for your teens and children this summer. It can be a life changing experience. Send them to camp!

Summer Also Means Vacation Bible School!

This year’s VBS will be held June 25 – 29. Bro. Joe Schmidt will be leading this year’s VBS. Make plans to attend.

College days – April 3-7

Tim and Kristi Hughes will be taking some of our youth to Baptist Bible College to visit the campus and see if that might be where God would have them study. The date is April the 3rd-the 7th. They are in need of a seven passenger van, so if you can help us, please see Tim Hughes.

February 4th, 2007 is not only Super Bowl Sunday, it is also Super Sunday at Oak Lake Baptist Church.  After the morning service the youth will be serving a “Stadium Food” lunch to raise money for this years Summer Camp.  Followed by a private showing of the movie “Facing the Giants” a story of the struggles of a man and his team.  After this movie we will be holding a Field Goal kicking contest with a regulation size Field Goal with prizes for different age groups.  At 5:00p.m. we will return inside for the Main Event of the evening, the Super Bowl!

 

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