01
May '20
Update on status of services and activities
01
May '20
Dear Church Family,
You may have already heard that the deacons and pastor met on April 29th and decided to postpone returning to a normal church service until at least the first Sunday in June. The intent of this letter is to explain the reasoning behind this decision, and to make sure you understand how much we love and miss each of you, as we have been apart for so long now.
While decisions like this would normally be handled by the entire body through a church business meeting, as you know it is unwise, and as of today, unlawful for us to meet together to conduct such a meeting. Furthermore, our constitution does not allow for an official meeting without a quorum of 15 members present for the meeting. With this in mind, the deacons, along with the pastor, took it upon ourselves to prayerfully meet (while keeping a safe distance) to make this decision on behalf of the church.
We want you to know that we all truly want to get back together to worship again as a unified body. However, we love each of you enough, that the thought of making ANYBODY sick, or putting ANY ONE PERSON in jeopardy, was enough to conclude that it would be better to postpone resuming normal services through the month of May. Of course, there are risks associated with waiting to meet again. We understand that some may choose to find another place to worship. Some may simply miss out on much needed spiritual nourishment because they have “gotten out of the habit” of attending church. Others still may not be compelled to make their tithe unless they are at the church building, and we may struggle financially. While these are real concerns, they were greatly outweighed by the risk of having one of our members contract this terrible illness because they attended one of our worship services. As the state opens back up and people begin to get back out into the community, we will be keeping a close eye on the impact around us. If necessary, we will again evaluate to see if it is safe to return to services in June.
There are other factors that helped to ease our minds about this decision. For the past several weeks of posting services on Facebook Live, Bro. Brock’s sermons are routinely being viewed well over 700 times. This is amazing, and reminds us that God continues to work even when we feel like things are “messed up”. We would expect giving to be down, but people are now using online giving and continue to mail in their tithes and offerings. While we likely would have had larger giving during the month of April if we were meeting normally, there is no reason to believe we will struggle to pay our bills during this time. Finally, the deacons are trying to reach out to as many of our active church members as possible. If you have a need, please, please get in touch with one of us so that we can pray with you and help in other ways, if possible.
To conclude this letter, we pray that you feel a nearness to God in this time and a peace that surpasses all understanding. Like you, we are very anxious to return to a time of fellowship and corporate worship. We feel confident that God is preparing us during this time for an amazing time of revival, and the lost world around us to receive the Good News of Jesus. I would encourage you to look for opportunities, maybe in new ways, to share His love with someone today. There is too much technology around us to use social distancing as an excuse to not share Jesus during this time.
We love you and are praying for you. Your deacons and Pastor,
David, Mark, Robert, Willie & Brock
25
Apr '20
Online Service Information
25
Apr '20
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, we at Ozark Baptist Church are doing our best to follow the suggested guidelines as laid out by the CDC, the Missouri Department of Health, and the Texas County Health Department. Based on their recommendations, we are cancelling all services and activities at Ozark Baptist Church until further notice.
In the mean time we have several options available for services, Bible study, and Sunday school.
Every week we will be live streaming our Sunday Service on Saturday at 2pm on our Facebook page.
Shortly after it is completed it will also be available:
(1) on our Vimeo page at: https://vimeo.com/ozarkbaptist
AND
(2) on our media page here on our website at: https://www.ozarkbaptistchurch.com/media.
We have a few Sunday School classes that are doing class online as well.
(1) The Adult 3 class (Ron Reed’s class) is doing their class on Facebook Live on Sunday mornings at 11:00 am. They are also using Zoom. For more information about that, please contact Ron Reed, Christel Ice, or Heather Gallant.
(2) The Young Adults class (Susan Johnson’s class) is doing their class on Zoom on Sunday mornings at 11:00 am. Please contact Susan Johnson or Heather Gallant for more information about that.
(3) The Youth Sunday School class is doing their class on Zoom on Sunday afternoons at 1:00 pm. Please contact Heather Gallant for more information about that.
On Wednesday evenings, Ron Reed is leading our Adult Bible Study at 6:30 pm on Facebook Live and Zoom. Please contact Ron Reed, Christel Ice, or Heather Gallant for more information about that.
If you are concerned about your tithe, we do have several options available.
(1) We have online giving. Please go to our Online Giving page for more information.
(2) We have Text Giving. Text the dollar amount to (417) 815-1985. You can find more information on our Online Giving page.
(3) You can mail your tithe to: Ozark Baptist Church, P.O. Box 36, Houston, MO, 65483
If you have any questions or need more information you can email Heather.
19
Mar '20
Service and Activity Cancellation Notice, Coronavirus 2020
19
Mar '20
- As of today, Thursday, March 19, 2020, all services and activities at Ozark Baptist Church are cancelled until further notice.
- That means Sunday services, Wednesday services, Sisters for Christ, Youth, or any other meetings or activities usually held at the church are all cancelled.
- The church office will also be closed.
- If you have any questions you can call or text Heather or Pastor Brock on their cellphones. You can email the church office at office@ozarkbaptistchurch.com (those emails will go to my phone), or you can message us on here.
- Services will be either recorded or live streamed here to Facebook, as soon as we figure out which, we will let you all know. Past sermons and all future sermons will also be available on our website at www.ozarkbaptistchurch.com/media or at our Vimeo account at https://vimeo.com/ozarkbaptist.
- Remember, we still have online giving at www.easytithe.com/ozarkbaptistchurch and text giving. Text the dollar amount to 417-815-1985. You can also mail your check to P.O. Box 36, Houston, MO 65483
20
Feb '20
February 23, 2020 Announcements
20
Feb '20
Schedules:
Nursery:
2/23 – Shalena Westbrook
3/1 – Jamie Hall & Kendall Johnson
PreSchool Children’s Church:
2/23 – Jamie Hall
3/1 – Erica Franklin
Wednesday Evening Nursery:
2/26 – Erica Franklin
3/4 – Erica Franklin
Wednesday Evening Menu:
2/26 – Sloppy Joes
3/4 – Krispy Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Cookies
Operation Christmas Child:
For the month of February we are gathering small fleece blankets and small stuffed animals. Check out the bulletin board in the hallway for more info!!
Announcements:
Share Jesus Without Fear: If you’ve not signed up for a class, and you’re interested, please contact the church office.
GriefShare, Session 5 “Grief and Your Relationships”, will be this Thursday, February 27th, 6-8pm and will meet 10 more weeks. GriefShare meets every Thursday, 6-8pm here at the church. Anyone can join at any time. The sessions are self-contained. It’s all free, and childcare is provided. Please contact the church office if you need any information.
Carry the Cross is quickly approaching!! Sign up today for your spot, and a t-shirt! Inserts for both will be in the bulletin this Sunday. If you don’t get an insert and you want to sign up/order a shirt, please let the church office know ASAP! Deadline for t-shirt orders is March 11th.
If you know of anyone who attends OBC who is getting married or having a baby, please let Jenny Calhoun or the church office know so we can plan a shower! We would love to celebrate with you!
VBS is coming quicker than you think!! If you would like to help in any capacity, please see the sign-up sheet in the foyer. If you’re not certain what area you would like to help in, you can check out the sign-up sheet for some ideas. If you have any questions, please see Racheal Pursifull!
Don’t forget we have online/text giving. You can click here for more information.
WE HAVE AN APP!!!
1. Go to your app store (Google Play or Apple) and download the ShareFaith App.
2. When the app is downloaded, open the app and search for “OBC Houston, MO”.
The app is updated weekly (usually on Monday unless it’s a holiday). To view the update, click on the circular arrows in the menu to get the updates. If you have any questions or need any other help, just contact the church office.
18
Jan '20
January 19, 2020 Announcements
18
Jan '20
Schedules:
Nursery:
1/19 – Shalena Westbrook
1/26 – Erica Franklin
PreSchool Children’s Church:
1/19 – Michelle Ennis
1/26 – Kim McDermith
Wednesday Evening Nursery:
1/22 – Erica Franklin
1/29 – Autumn Stoops
Wednesday Evening Menu:
1/22 – Macaroni & Cheese w/ ground beef
1/29 – Beef Stew
Operation Christmas Child:
For the month of January we are gathering washcloths & bar soap.
Announcements:
Share Jesus Without Fear: If you’ve not signed up for a class, and you’re interested, please contact the church office.
Our next regular sessions of GriefShare will begin on Thursday, January 30th, 6-8pm and will meet every Thursday for 13 weeks. Please see Jeannie Stringer or contact the church office for more info.
If you know of anyone who attends OBC who is getting married or having a baby, please let Jenny Calhoun or the church office know so we can plan a shower! We would love to celebrate with you!
VBS is coming quicker than you think!! If you would like to help in any capacity, please see the sign-up sheet in the foyer. If you’re not certain what area you would like to help in, you can check out the sign-up sheet for some ideas. If you have any questions, please see Racheal Pursifull!
Don’t forget we have online/text giving. You can click here for more information.
WE HAVE AN APP!!!
1. Go to your app store (Google Play or Apple) and download the ShareFaith App.
2. When the app is downloaded, open the app and search for “OBC Houston, MO”.
The app is updated weekly (usually on Monday unless it’s a holiday). To view the update, click on the circular arrows in the menu to get the updates. If you have any questions or need any other help, just contact the church office.
09
Jan '20
January 12, 2020 Announcements
09
Jan '20
Schedules:
Nursery:
1/12 – Jamie Hall & Kendal Johnson
1/19 – Shalena Westbrook
PreSchool Children’s Church:
1/12 – Shalena Westbrook & Sarah Purcell
1/19 – Michelle Ennis
Wednesday Evening Nursery:
1/15 – Rhonda Purcell
1/22 –
Wednesday Evening Menu:
1/15 – Spaghetti – See Reta Ice if you would like to help with food
1/22 – Macaroni & Cheese w/ ground beef
Operation Christmas Child:
For the month of January we are gathering washcloths & soap and other hygiene items.
Announcements:
Share Jesus Without Fear: If you’ve not signed up for a class, and you’re interested, please contact the church office.
Our January Business meeting will be Sunday, January 12th at 6pm.
We will be hosting a GriefShare:Loss of a Spouse seminar on Thursday, January 16th, 6-8pm here at the church. Click here for more info.
VBS is coming quicker than you think!! If you would like to help in any capacity, please see the sign-up sheet in the foyer. If you’re not certain what area you would like to help in, you can check out the sign-up sheet for some ideas. If you have any questions, please see Racheal Pursifull!
Don’t forget we have online/text giving. You can click here for more information.
WE HAVE AN APP!!!
1. Go to your app store (Google Play or Apple) and download the ShareFaith App.
2. When the app is downloaded, open the app and search for “OBC Houston, MO”.
The app is updated weekly (usually on Monday unless it’s a holiday). To view the update, click on the circular arrows in the menu to get the updates. If you have any questions or need any other help, just contact the church office.
14
Dec '19
December 15, 2019 Announcements
14
Dec '19
Schedules:
Nursery:
12/15 – Rhonda Purcell
12/22 – Shalena Westbrook
PreSchool Children’s Church:
12/15 – Michelle Ennis
12/22 – Jamie Hall & Leia Douglas
Wednesday Evening Nursery:
12/18 – Rhonda Purcell
12/25 – No Services. MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
Wednesday Evening Menu:
12/18 – Krispy Chicken, Hasbrown Casserole, Green Beans, Cookies
12/25 – No Services. MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
Announcements:
Share Jesus Without Fear: If you’ve not signed up for a class, and you’re interested, please contact the church office.
Thank you!!! Thank you to each Ozark Baptist Church family for all your help, participation, and prayers for our Drive Thru Christmas. I believe Jesus’ life was shown and shared! Thank you so much!!! — LeAnn Edington
Christmas Choir Program, Sunday, December 15th, during morning worship.
Christmas Dinner, Sunday, December 15th at 5:30pm.
Sisters’ Christmas Party, Tuesday, December 17th, 6pm at Jenny Calhoun’s home. A traditional Christmas dinner will be served. The meat is provided, please let Jenny know what side you will bring to share.
TeamKID Christmas Store, Wednesday, December 18th. If you have new or gently used items you would like to donate to the Christmas Store, please see Nancy Branson or Wilma Scott.
Youth Christmas Party, Wednesday December 18th.
DUE TO THE HOLIDAYS THERE WILL BE NO WEDNESDAY EVENING SERVICES ON DECEMBER 25TH OR JANUARY 1ST. HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
The church office will be closed December 24th, 25th, and 31st, and January 1st for the holidays.
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering: Our goal this year is $3,000. There are 3 options for how you can give:
- Lottie Moon Christmas Offering envelopes are available in the pew pockets. Simply put your offering in one and drop it in the offering plate.
- or you can give online at: www.easytithe.com/ozarkbaptistchurch. Select the “Missions Fund”, then select “Lottie Moon”
- or simply text the dollar amount you wish to give, followed by “LOTTIE” to (417) 815-1985.
WE HAVE AN APP!!!
1. Go to your app store (Google Play or Apple) and download the ShareFaith App.
2. When the app is downloaded, open the app and search for “OBC Houston, MO”.
The app is updated weekly (usually on Monday unless it’s a holiday). To view the update, click on the circular arrows in the menu to get the updates. If you have any questions or need any other help, just contact the church office.
Don’t forget we have online/text giving. You can click here for more information.
29
Nov '19
December 1, 2019 Announcements
29
Nov '19
Schedules:
Nursery:
12/1 – Shalena Westbrook
12/8 – Erica Franklin & Kendal Johnson
PreSchool Children’s Church:
12/1 – Erica Franklin
12/8 = Shalena Westbrook & Sarah Purcell
Wednesday Evening Nursery:
12/4 – Erica Franklin
12/11 – Jamie Hall
Wednesday Evening Menu:
12/4 – Lasagna, Broccoli, French Bread, Brownies
12/11 – Spaghetti – see Reta Ice if you’d like to help with food.
Announcements:
Share Jesus Without Fear: If you’ve not signed up for a class, and you’re interested, please contact the church office.
Houston House Service, Sunday, December 1st, 2pm. Please see Willie Johnson if you’d like to participate.
Lottie Moon Week of Prayer – December 1st-8th. See your bulletin insert from Sunday, Dec 1st for your prayer guide.
Drive Thru Christmas 2019 is December 7th & 8th. Invite your friends and family! There are flyers available in the office or on the table in the foyer.
Sisters Lunch, Wednesday, December 11th. 12pm at Cozumels.
Community Choir Christmas Concert, Friday, December 13th, 7pm here at the church.
Christmas Choir Program, Sunday, December 15th, during morning worship.
Christmas Dinner, Sunday, December 15th at 5:30pm.
Sisters’ Christmas Party, Tuesday, December 17th, 6pm at Jenny Calhoun’s home. A traditional Christmas dinner will be served. The meat is provided, please let Jenny know what side you will bring to share.
TeamKID Christmas Store, Wednesday, December 18th. If you have new or gently used items you would like to donate to the Christmas Store, please see Nancy Branson or Wilma Scott.
Youth Christmas Party, Wednesday December 18th.
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering: Our goal this year is $3,000. There are 3 options for how you can give:
- Lottie Moon Christmas Offering envelopes are available in the pew pockets. Simply put your offering in one and drop it in the offering plate.
- or you can give online at: www.easytithe.com/ozarkbaptistchurch. Select the “Missions Fund”, then select “Lottie Moon”
- or simply text the dollar amount you wish to give, followed by “LOTTIE” to (417) 815-1985.
WE HAVE AN APP!!!
1. Go to your app store (Google Play or Apple) and download the ShareFaith App.
2. When the app is downloaded, open the app and search for “OBC Houston, MO”.
The app is updated weekly (usually on Monday unless it’s a holiday). To view the update, click on the circular arrows in the menu to get the updates. If you have any questions or need any other help, just contact the church office.
Don’t forget we have online/text giving. You can click here for more information.
16
Nov '19
November 17, 2019 Announcements
16
Nov '19
Schedules:
Nursery:
11/17 – Shalena Westbrook
11/24 – Diane Davis
PreSchool Children’s Church:
11/17 – Michelle Ennis
11/24 – Jamie Hall
Wednesday Evening Nursery:
11/20 – Rhonda Purcell
11/27 – No services. Happy Thanksgiving!
Wednesday Evening Menu:
11/20 – Loaded potato soup, Grilled cheese, bananas
Need: 5 lbs potatoes, 4 lbs cheese, bacon bits, 2 loaves of bread, 1 gallon of milk, bananas
11/27 – No services. Happy Thanksgiving!
Announcements:
Share Jesus Without Fear: If you’ve not signed up for a class, and you’re interested, please contact the church office.
The deadline to bring your Operation Christmas Child shoebox is Wednesday, November 20th. If you would like to help defray the cost of shipping the boxes, please bring $9 per box you bring. Boxes and labels are available on the table in the foyer.
The Community Thanksgiving Service will be Sunday, November 24th at 6pm at the First Freewill Baptist Church in Houston. Our evening services have been transferred there.
All services for Wednesday, November 27th have been cancelled. There will be no TeamKID, no Youth Group, and no Adult Bible study on Wednesday, November 27th. Have a blessed Thanksgiving!
Houston House Service, Sunday, December 1st, 2pm. Please see Willie Johnson if you’d like to participate.
Sisters for Christ will be having their Christmas Party on either Tuesday, December 10th or Tuesday, December 17th. Please let Jenny Calhoun know which date you would be able to attend.
Don’t forget to welcome our new members!!: Alisa Stephens, Marcella Fowler, Jan Perryman, Harold & Bobbie Jo Wiggs, and Ron & Sandra Craven
Drive Thru Christmas 2019 is QUICKLY approaching. It will be on December 7th & 8th this year! If you are interested in participating this year, please get your name on the sign-up sheet in the foyer!!
WE HAVE AN APP!!!
1. Go to your app store (Google Play or Apple) and download the ShareFaith App.
2. When the app is downloaded, open the app and search for “OBC Houston, MO”.
The app is updated weekly (usually on Monday unless it’s a holiday). To view the update, click on the circular arrows in the menu to get the updates. If you have any questions or need any other help, just contact the church office.
Don’t forget we have online/text giving. You can click here for more information.
09
Nov '19
November 10, 2019 Announcements
09
Nov '19
Schedules:
Nursery:
11/10 – Jessica Dzurick
11/17 – Shalena Westbrook
PreSchool Children’s Church:
11/10 – Kim McDermith & Leia Douglas
11/17 – Michelle Ennis
Wednesday Evening Nursery:
11/13 – Jamie Hall
11/20 – Rhonda Purcell
Wednesday Evening Menu:
11/13 – Spaghetti
Need: If you would like to help, please see Reta ice
11/20 – Loaded potato soup, Grilled cheese, bananas
Need: 5 lbs potatoes, 4 lbs cheese, bacon bits, 2 loaves of bread, 1 gallon of milk, bananas
Announcements:
Share Jesus Without Fear: If you’ve not signed up for a class, and you’re interested, please contact the church office.
November Business Meeting, this evening at 6pm. This is the last business meeting for the year, so if you have something that needs to be taken care of before January, please be prepared to talk about it at this meeting.
TCBA Missions & Ministry Night, Monday, November 11th at First Baptist Church of Houston. 5:30pm Finger foods and fellowship, 6pm speaker, 7pm Veterans recognition.
Sisters Lunch, Wednesday, November 13th at 12pm at Spring Garden.
TeamKID meets on Wednesdays at 6:30pm. TeamKID is for children age 3 through 5th grade. A light meal is served at 6pm. Please let the church office know if your child needs a ride.
Drive Thru Christmas 2019 is QUICKLY approaching. It will be on December 7th & 8th this year! If you are interested in participating this year, please get your name on the sign-up sheet in the foyer!!
WE HAVE AN APP!!!
1. Go to your app store (Google Play or Apple) and download the ShareFaith App.
2. When the app is downloaded, open the app and search for “OBC Houston, MO”.
The app is updated weekly (usually on Monday unless it’s a holiday). To view the update, click on the circular arrows in the menu to get the updates. If you have any questions or need any other help, just contact the church office.
Don’t forget we have online/text giving. You can click here for more information.