It really is an amazing transformation. When I pulled into the church parking lot the other day I couldn’t believe the change. The Youth House looks brand new! I appreciate all those who worked to make it a reality. To that brave group who fought the rain to remove the old siding: Jim Narrin, Jerry Scott, Mark Dix, Andrew Dix, Wayne Hatcher, Jerry Deason and Terry Rutledge, thank you. Also thanks to Bobby Smith, Keith Cannon and Tom Guthrie who finished that up a week later. I also appreciate Dan Downing for all his help with this whole project. Our biggest thanks goes to Terry Rutledge and Don Ramsey who put in many hours repairing the house and then putting on new siding. Thanks to all of you for a job well done!
Don’t forget the change in schedule for Sunday, October 7, 2007. The annual meeting of the Tulsa Metro Association of Baptist Churches will be at the Evergreen Baptist Church starting at 6:00 pm. Evergreen is located at 10301 E. 111th Street (that’s on 111th between Mingo and Garnett). We will be hearing from each of the 4 priority focus teams and celebrating what God is doing in and through Tulsa Baptist. You will also have opportunity to hear Dr. Frank Page, president of the Southern Baptist Convention. It is going to be a great evening - Sunday October 7 beginning at 6:00 pm.
Then don’t forget our Fall Renewal Conference with Paul Burleson beginning Sunday morning October 14 and running through Wednesday evening October 17. I’m looking forward to seeing you Sunday as we gather for worship.
Rod
The annual meeting of the Tulsa Metro Association of Baptist Churches will be at the Evergreen Baptist Church starting at 6:00 pm. Evergreen is located at 10301 E. 111th Street (that’s on 111th between Mingo and Garnett). We will be hearing from each of the 4 priority focus teams and celebrating what God is doing in and through Tulsa Baptist. You will also have opportunity to hear Dr. Frank Page, president of the Southern Baptist Convention. It is going to be a great evening - Sunday October 7 beginning at 6:00 pm.
Let me address two things with you quickly. First, our Fall Renewal Conference with Paul Burleson begins Sunday morning and runs through Wednesday evening. I trust you’ve already been praying for God’s blessing and asking friends, family and coworkers to join you at the services. My heart’s desire is that this be far more than just another series of meetings. I pray that it will be a new beginning. I am praying that God will do a great work in us and then empower and embolden us for faithful and effective ministry.
Pray for Paul as he comes and ask God to grant him freedom to say what we need to hear. Pray for an anointing that will break up the fallow ground of our hearts. Pray for those who will be present. Pray that their hearts will be open and receptive to the work of the Holy Spirit. Finally, come to the services each evening and noonday with a sense of expectancy!
Let me also remind you that we will be having “Trunk or Treat†on Wednesday, October 31. We will suspend our regular schedule for that evening and use this as a community outreach. We need classes/departments to set up a display in the parking lot and people to walk around and visit with the people who come through. We also need lots of candy! And, as Rheadon would say, “Make it the good stuff.†We will also need some folks to help with the popcorn and whatever else we dream up. It is a fun evening and a great way to invite and encourage others to come visit with us. I’ll see you Sunday.
Rod
Sunday—10:50 am and 6:30 pm
Monday—Wednesday at 6:30pm
Lunch with Paul Burleson
Monday—Wednesday from 11:30 –1:00 - In the Fellowship Hall
A Sermon Series by Reverend Paul Burleson
What a great start to our week! We had good crowds both Sunday morning and evening and a good number planning on being at lunch today (Monday) for our “Week of Renewal.” I’m very thankful for God’s goodness and grace speaking through brother Paul in both messages Sunday. This series of messages on “Running the Race” seems to be what many of us need. All of the messages, including the noonday services on “The Tabernacle in the Wilderness” are available online at www.tbctulsa.org. Just click on the resource link, guest speakers and you’ll find them all there.
Don’t forget our annual “Trunk r Treat” on Wednesday evening, October 31. We need each Sunday School Class/Department to decorate a vehicle and be prepared to hand out candy. We’ll start at 6:30 and finish at 8:00. This is always a great time. We need several folks who can just mingle with the crowds as they come through; get to know them; and serve as an ambassador of Christ and of our fellowship.
Also, don’t forget our high attendance Sunday October 28. YOU have set a goal of 225 in Sunday School on that day. I hope that you are praying and working toward your class goal.
I’ll see you Sunday as we gather in worship and celebration of our life in Christ.
Rod
Lunch with Paul Burleson
Monday—Wednesday from 11:30 –1:00 - In the Fellowship Hall
A Sermon Series by Rev. Paul Burleson
10/15/07: Introduction, from Exodus 25.
10/16/07: The Alter of Sacrifice, from Hebrews 8.
10/17/07: The Laver of Cleansing, from John 13:1-9.
