E-News from Tom: 1/28/11

Hello E-News Friends,

Suntan lotion doesn’t work in the bottle. Neither does aspirin, vitamins, hair conditioner, teeth whitener, wrinkle reducing cream, or hair coloring. All these things have to be applied for them to be effective. (By the way these are all products my wife uses.) For me the list is a little shorter, itch crème and deodorant.

Following Jesus requires application as well for His teachings to be effective in our lives. Last week we talked about the principle of scripture that is summed up by the statement, “Little forgivings lead to Big love.” It’s effective but only if applied to our lives each day, every day.

This week we will THEP 3 keys to parenting. I know God wants to teach us some valuable principles on this topic. They are actually principles to follow in all our relationships. Learn them and apply them and you’ll have better relationships because of them, especially as a parent.

Enjoy the “heat wave” as we get ready for another great Funday/Sunday ! I hope to see you and your friends and family as we continue to THEP towards Jesus together!

In His Grace,

Tom

PS Baptism Service Sunday night at 6:00 at the OBC! Can’t wait!

E-News: 01/25/11 to 01/31/11

Route 68 Small Groups Tonight there is Small groups for students in Grades 7 – 11 at 7pm (doors open at 6:30) at the Oak Bridge Center.

Toolbox Toolbox classes will start back up tomorrow, Wednesday, January 26. Four classes will be offered: (1) Nutrition and Exercise—have you ready to start a nutritious and healthy way of living? If so, come to Jimmy’s class and learn how to make a healthy diet and exercise part of your lifestyle; (2) Understanding The Bible-Part 1—does the Bible intimidate you and/or would you like to learn how to read through the Bible? If so, come to Tom’s class and learn to navigate through the Bible; (3) The Big Questions of Christianity—have you ever had questions or been asked questions but don’t know how to answer them? If so, come to Don’s class and learn how to answer questions such as, “Why would a good God allow something bad happen to a good person?”; and (4) Following Jesus—have you ever asked yourself, “What did Jesus mean when he said, “Follow me” and how do I follow him daily? If so, come to Herc’s class and learn what it means to follow Jesus in our daily lives.

BigStuf Camp Camp signups started this past week and will continue until we are sold out. BigStuf Camp is for students going into 7 – 12 grades. The camp is held in Panama City Beach, Florida, and is from July 27–August 2. The cost of camp (including $100 non-refundable deposit) is $500 if you sign up on or before March 20; $550 from March 21 – May 1; and $600 after May 1. The non-refundable deposit is due at time of signups. If you have questions, contact Tracy Hagan (314-846-5722), Katie Haegele (303-4267) or Clarissa Karasick (314-303-3632).

Baptism Service Oak Bridge will have a baptism service at the Oak Bridge Center (7575 S. Lindbergh Blvd.) on Sunday, January 30, at 6:00pm. If you are interested in being baptized, sign up at the Information Center.

Married Life Live Married Life Live at the Oak Bridge Center is on Sunday, February 13 (Doors open at 5:30pm; Dinner at 6:00; and Program at 7:00). Married Life Live is an awesome date night for married, engaged, and dating couples. The cost is $25/couple. Register today at the Information Center by singing up and purchasing your ticket. (Tickets must be purchased in advance, and we expect this event to sell out fast.)

Christmas Cards or Any Card Diana Politte is collecting cards for a ministry that creates books marks from the pictured card fronts. If you would bring in your old cards instead throwing them away, she would greatly appreciate your willingness to assist this ministry.

E-News from Tom: 1/21/11

Hello E-News Friends,

Five Reasons to come to Oak Bridge Sunday:

1. It is a great thep. If you don’t know what that means you definitely need to come Sunday. I promise you no other place in the world will be able to define that word for you.
2. Many of us keep great records (not music albums), but we shouldn’t. You want to know why? Come to OB Sunday.
3. I know the songs we’re singing this weekend. One is “Awakening” the new song we learned last week. Love it! We are learning another new one this week. Love it as well! It is titled________ . Learn its’ name Sunday!
4. We are having a cool drama.
5. Our God is great, super, amazing, powerful, awesome, loving, truthful, life-changing, and very ready to teach us how important ________________ is. Find out what the very important blank is Sunday. (All your relationships may depend on it!)

Great thinking about God, leads to greater thinking in our lives! Sunday is Funday!

In His grace and with His love,

Tom