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August 1, 2024

Mission Statement

We will be the body of Christ in our Community by Connecting with God, Growing in Discipleship, and Serving the World.

Upcoming Sermon

I am thrilled to share that during our Church Conference on July 21st, Oak Grove voted to adopt the Simplified Accountable Structure for church leadership. This exciting change will take effect on October 1, 2024.

For many years, our church leadership consisted of four administrative committees: Staff Parish Relations (SPRC), Finance, Trustees, and Church Council. This traditional structure required nearly 50 members to effectively run the four teams. While it ensured thorough decision-making, it also led to duplicated efforts and became a barrier to vital ministry within our congregation.

In the coming months, the Nominations and Leadership Development team will collaborate with our current leaders to smoothly transition to the Simplified Accountable Structure. This shift presents a wonderful opportunity for members to engage in ministries they are passionate about and explore new ways of serving our church community.

I am continually inspired by the movement of the Holy Spirit at Oak Grove and the faithful responses of each of you to God's call.

If you have any questions about Simplified Accountable Structure at Oak Grove or would like to volunteer at Oak Grove please let me know.

Oak Grove UMC 757-547-2319

pastoramanda@oakgroveumc.org

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Traditional Worship Service:

Sunday at 8:30 a.m. in

the Sanctuary.

Non-traditional Worship Service:

Sunday at 11:00 a.m. in

Whitehurst Hall.

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needs during our 11:00 a.m. worship service.

Our next Golden Oaks gathering will be held on Tuesday, August 20, in The Bridge beginning at 11:30 AM. After time for fellowship, lunch will be served at noon—turkey croissants, pasta salad, chips, fruit, and dessert. A $5 donation is requested to help cover the cost of lunch.

Our theme is “Fun & Games.” Following lunch, a representative from Chesapeake Parks and Recreation will present a PowerPoint highlighting senior programs in our city. We’ll finish with several rounds of Bible Bingo, complete with prizes.



Please sign up to attend no later than Sunday, August 18. Sign-up sheets will be available in the adult Sunday School classrooms and on a table outside of Whitehurst Hall. You may also sign up by contacting Carol Avenson (avensoncarol@gmail.com or 757-749-0574).

Donald (Pat Broyles)

Valerie (Juanita Shaw)

Jackie Meeks (York & Bridget Winston),

Eileen Booth (York & Bridget Winston)

Lou Chatfield (Cheryl Kos),

Jim McGirr (Jane Kimes)

Larry Watts (Jane Kimes)

Steve Kimes (Jane Kimes),

Fred Fields (Emma Stauss)

Grace Morgan,

Alana (Alice Varelas)

Sherry Riddick (Susan Baker),

Dana Dekker Family (Karen O’Donnell)

Mary & Katy Knight,

Jackie Vale (Tammy Ennis)

And to all the unspoken prayers