E-News: 2/1/11 to 2/7/11

Route 68 Small Groups Small groups for students in Grades 7 – 11 are cancelled for this evening, February 1st. There will be student small groups next Tuesday, February 8 at 7pm (doors open at 6:30) at the Oak Bridge Center.

Toolbox Toolbox classes for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 2, may be cancelled if the weather worsens. If the Toolbox classes are cancelled, an email will be sent stating so. The classes offered are: (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 have started 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).

24-Hour Prayer Event On Sunday Feb 6th and Feb 13th prayer request cards will be distributed at each service. Everyone is encouraged to fill out one card, listing specific needs. These can be matters of health, finances, personal relationships, jobs…whatever is on your heart and mind. A 24-Hour Prayer Event will be held at the Oak Bridge Center beginning 6:00 pm Friday, Feb 18th and ending at 6:00 pm Saturday, Feb. 19th. During this 24-hour period people will pray over the request cards in hourly increments. We will also be praying for the future of Oak Bridge, its people and ministries. Please consider setting aside one hour of your time to join us in prayer. There will areas for quiet contemplation, areas for individual prayer and for group prayer. You are not limited to praying over the request cards and praying out loud is NOT required. We encourage you to come pray not only as individuals but to consider bringing your family, small group and ministry team members. A sign-up sheet is out in the lobby. Signing up for a specific slot of time is not required but encouraged. You will be amazed how quickly the time passes, and we promise you will be blessed as you lift your prayers to the Maker of heaven and earth.

Married Life Live Married Life Live is SOLD OUT! Married Life Live is an awesome date night for married, engaged, and dating couples. The cost is $25/couple. If you did not get a chance to buy a ticket, be sure to do so for the next MLL event to be announced.

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.

Inclement Weather During inclement weather, you may check KSDK, Channel 5, to check if we are cancelling Sunday morning services. For all other Oak Bridge events, you will receive an e-mail or you may check FaceBook, or the Oak Bridge website for cancellations. If you are not currently on the Oak Bridge e-mail distribution list, please sign up at the Information Center or send an e-mail to info@oakbridgecc.com.