New Bulletin 1.27.18-1

January 27, 2018
9:15 - 10:40 AM
Dennis Baptiste, Pianist
Praise & Worship ........................................................................ Keisha Fortson
Opening Prayer ............................................................................. Breanna Lane
Welcome ........................................................................................ Kaiana Lewis
Opening Remarks............................................................................... Lisa James
Mission Emphasis ........................................................ “Window on the World”
Investment Spotlight ......................................................... Class Representatives
Musical Selection ....................................................................... JoPaul Scavella
Facilitators’ Prayer ................................................................. Individual Classes
Lesson Study
“Escape from the World’s Ways”
Musical Selection ....................................................................... Aleigha Durand
Closing Remarks ................................................................................ Lisa James
Personal Ministries ● 10:40 - 10:50 AM
Church Announcements ● 10:50 - 10:55 AM
Prayer Meeting
Prayer Meeting will be held this Wednesday evening, January 31, at 7:00 pm. Prayer
Meeting for adults and university students will be in the main sanctuary, while Prayer
Meeting for our youth will be in the multi-purpose rooms. All are encouraged to attend.
Remember, “much prayer, much power!”
Stewardship Corner
Good Stewardship decisions are made with God’s Word in view. The Psalmist advises,
“The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple” (Psalm 19:7).
God will never lead you contrary to His revealed Word. When you truly realize that
there is only one true Master worth serving, you come to the point when you can say
with Paul, “Not I, but Christ . . .” Only then can your Stewardship reflect the Master
and not you. Whom does your Tithe and Combined Budget Offering reflect?
Oakwood Adventist Academy (OAA) Building Project
Please be mindful of our financial commitment to the OAA Building Project. Given
our church obligation of $3,000,000.00, the OUC makes a monthly payment to satisfy
this commitment. Let us all support this collective responsibility through our systematic
financial support, which is in addition to our normal Tithe and Combined Budget
Offering. All donations, large or small, are sincerely appreciated. Kindly mark on
your offering envelope, “OAA Building Fund.”
“Restoration 40” - Construction of Family Life Center
Our Family Life Center is 90% completed! The Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting Date
is February 24! As we go into the “home stretch” for construction completion, everyone
is kindly asked to intensify their giving efforts for our Family Life Center Building
Project, which is inclusive of our “Restoration 40” initiative. Each member is
asked to reach a goal of $1,000.00 for this project through a one time gift, systematic
monthly gifts, or the solicitation of donations from family members, friends, neighbors,
co-workers, and businesses (in addition to your normal Tithe and Combined
Budget Offering). If you have reached your $1,000.00 goal, please feel free to give
additional funds. Donations can be made via your offering envelope and labeled,
“Restoration 40.” Thank you.
“Why Weigh?” Weight Management Program
The “Why Weigh?” Weight Management Program will begin tomorrow, January 28,
at 10:00 am in the multi-purpose rooms. This free program will consist of six sessions
every second and fourth Sundays of the month. For more information, please
contact Dr. Joy Peterson (256.726.7228).
Welcome
On behalf of the Pastoral Staff, Officers, and Members of the Oakwood University Church
(OUC), we would like to extend a special welcome today to all of our visiting friends. We
hope you enjoy your worship experience with us, and please come again.
Health Ministries Program
This afternoon, January 27, our OUC Health Ministries Department will present, “Are
You Cervical Cancer Proof? Does HPV Cause Health Challenges in Men?” Find out the
answers to these questions and more today at 4:30 pm here at the OUC. Dr. Lilith Whyte,
OB/GYN, will be the facilitator. All youth and adults, along with men and women, are
encouraged to be in attendance.
February Calendar of Events
Throughout the month of February, special worship experiences and events will transpire
here at the OUC in harmony with Black History Month. Below is a Sabbatical Calendar
of Events. Please mark your calendars and plan to be in attendance.
February 3 - Black History Emphasis - Speaker: Dr. Carlton P. Byrd; Music: Oakwood
University (OU) Aeolians and Steel Band from Atlanta, GA; Special Guest Honoree: Sir
Patrick Allen, Governor-General of Jamaica; AYM Program at 5:00 pm: Steel Band
Concert; Church Fellowship at 7:00 pm: International Food Festival at OAA Gymnasium.
February 10 - United Student Movement (USM) Day - Speaker: Khaleel Clarke, USM
Religious Vice President; Music: Voices of Triumph Choir
February 17 - Black History Emphasis - Speaker: Dr. Carlton P. Byrd; Music: Central
State University Choir from Wilberforce, OH; Special Guest Honorees: Martin Luther
King, III and Denise Cleveland Leggett, Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Regional Administrator for the Southeastern United States
February 24 - Grand Opening for our OUC Family Life Center - Speaker: Dr. Carlton P.
Byrd; Music: Alabama A&M University Choir; Special Guests: The Earvin Johnson
Family; AYM Program at 5:00 pm: “My Story” with “Cookie” Johnson, Wife of Earvin
“Magic” Johnson, Will Speak to the OUC Family, OU Students, and Huntsville
Community on Her Life’s Journey with Book Signing to Follow at Sunset
King’s Daughters’ Meeting
The King’s Daughters will meet tomorrow, January 28, at 1:00 pm in multi-purpose
rooms (south). All King’s Daughters are kindly asked to be in attendance.
Customer Service Workshop
All remunerated church staff members should be in attendance tomorrow, January 28,
from 2:00 to 4:00 pm for a special “Customer Service Workshop” here at the OUC. Our
special guest will be the owner/operator of the Chick-Fil-A Restaurant (Huntsville
Franchise). All church ministry volunteers are also invited to be present.
Free Tax Preparation Service - Stewardship Department
Our OUC Stewardship Department is once again offering free tax preparation services for
simple tax returns. This year, in an effort to accommodate more individuals, we are
offering a convenient “drop-off” service. Procedures, along with a checklist, may be
picked up in the church office. After the submission of all requested documents (W-2’s,
charitable receipts, 2017 income tax returns, etc.), tax forms will be completed within 10
days. ~ Dr. Everett Roper, OUC Stewardship Leader
Family Life Ministries’ Couples’ Valentine Social
There will be a special “Couples’ Valentine Social” on Saturday evening, February 10,
from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the home of Drs. Calvin and Belvia Matthews, 115 Fairington
Road, Huntsville, AL 35806. All couples are invited. Please bring a snack.
Parents’ Night Out
The OUC will sponsor a very special “Parents’ Night Out” on Saturday evening, February
10, from 6:00 to 10:00 pm in the Bradford Cleveland Brooks Auditorium. The cost is
only $10.00 per household for children ages 3 to 12. There will be food, fun, and a
Christian movie. Please register at www.oucparents.eventbrite.com.
Women’s Ministries
Please be reminded of the “Secret Sister Initiative” sponsored by our Women’s Ministries
Department. Applications can be secured today, January 27, from the church office, and
should be returned on or before Monday, January 29. Secret Sister assignments will be
made next Sabbath, February 3.
2017 Contribution Statements
The 2017 Contribution Statements will be available this Monday, January 29. Please visit
the church office and complete a 2017 Contribution Statement Request Form. Kindly
indicate the method you would like your statement delivered (email, post mail, or pick-up).
Thank you for your continued support to the ministry of the OUC. ~ Treasury Department
Treasury Department
The OUC Treasury Department will have an organizational meeting this evening, January
27, beginning at 6:30 pm in the multi-purpose room (south). All 2018 Treasury Personnel
are kindly asked to be in attendance.
Prayer Ministries - “40 Days of Prayer” Initiative
The OUC and the Oakwood University (OU) Office of Spiritual Life invite you to join the
“40 Days of Prayer” Initiative. Each day through February 18 from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 pm
we will have a special prayer service in the Moseley Complex Chapel (Sundays, Mondays,
Wednesdays, and Fridays) and the OUC Sanctuary (Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sabbaths).
Join the OUC Prayer Line on Sundays from 6:00 to 6:30 pm; 605.475.4120, PIN #8483381.
J.L. Moran Alumni Chapter Meeting
The OU J.L. Moran Alumni Chapter will meet tomorrow, January 28, at 2:00 pm in the
Blake Center Cafeteria. All current chapter members, along with those persons interested in
joining, are cordially invited to attend. Please be reminded that the J.L. Moran Alumni
Chapter is one of the co-sponsors of the bi-annual “Festival of Spirituals” Program to be
held Sunday, February 18, here at the OUC. ~ Charles Williams, President
Oakwood University (OU) Nursing Department Accreditation
The OU Department of Nursing wishes to announce that it will host a site review for
continuing accreditation of its Baccalaureate Nursing Program and Registered Nurse
Baccalaureate Nursing Program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
(ACEN). All are invited to meet the ACEN Site Visit Team on Wednesday, February 14, at
5:00 pm in the Cooper Science Complex Board Room.
Our Known Sick & Shut-In
Zeola Allston ....... Millennium Nursing Facility, 5275 Millennium Dr., Huntsville, AL 35806
Preston Calhoun ..................................... 837.5056, 900 Plummer Road, Huntsville, AL 35811
Irene Chester ........ Millennium Nursing Facility, 5275 Millennium Dr., Huntsville, AL 35806
Louise Collier .....................................................232.2977, 1810 Hines St., Athens, AL 35612
Martha Crutchfield ...................... 990.5914, 1915 Rideout Road, #102, Huntsville, AL 35806
Irma Davis ...................................... 858.6852, 163 Old Camp Road, Meridianville, AL 35759
Winslow Flood ......... Huntsville Health and Rehab., 4010 Chris Drive, Huntsville, AL 35802
Almeta Gore ............................................... 489.0988, P.O. Box 22351, Huntsville, AL 35814
Brenda Haraway ............................... 701.6218, 101 Champagne Drive, Huntsville, AL 35811
Angenette Hill.................... Huntsville Hospital, 101 Sivley Road, SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
James Lathon ........................................... 771.2969, 29897 Andrea Lane, Madison, AL 35756
Mary Mobley ............................. Pruitt Health Center, 1700 Mulkey Road, Austell, GA 30106
Joy Moss .. Windsor House Nursing Home, 4411 McAllister Dr., #103, Huntsville, AL 35805
Edward Myles ..... 852.1508, Fann Veterans Center, 2701 Meridian St., Huntsville, AL 35811
Jeanette Nurse ...... Millennium Nursing Facility, 5275 Millennium Dr., Huntsville, AL 35806
Joel Nurse ....................................... 917.600.8244, 1915 Rideout Road, Huntsville, AL 35806
James Payne ........ 437.7260, Cumberland Center, 47065 AL Hwy 277, Bridgeport, AL 35740
Lillie Person ............................................. 858.1904, 206 Bent Oak Circle, Harvest, AL 35749
Lloyd Placide ....................................... 288.5512, 145 Thunderbird Drive, Harvest, AL 35749
Seleana Simons ................................... 288.3506, 2603 Del Norte Lane, Huntsville, AL 35810
Clora Young Ward ..................... 964.7944, 6311 Maywick Drive, NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
Ruth Warren ............................................ 851.5577, 917 Carters Gin Road, Toney, AL 35773
Violet Wilson .............. Valley View Ctr., 5968 Wall Triana Hwy., #310, Madison, AL 35757