7300 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29572-3029

Rev. Terry Scalzi%i, Lead Pastor

TIDINGS

Sunday, December 8 Contemporary Worship 9:00 a.m.

Discipleship Classes 10:05 a.m.

FX/Tribes 10:05 a.m.

Traditional Worship 11:10 a.m.

Volume 40 Dec. 4, 2013-Dec. 17, 2013 Number 24

Christmas Dinner

Wednesday evening, December 11, 2013 in the Fellowship Hall

Christmas Eve Candlelight and Communion Services Choose from two: 5:00 pm (children will sing) & 7:00 pm

Childcare for Infants and Preschool Children during the 5 pm service.

Is it me, or does it feel a li%le chilly in here today? Throughout the month

of December, we will take a look at how some of the most popular biblical

figures in history became “Frozen” in their faith. Maybe you can relate to

some of their stories? Join with me each Sunday as we learn how to break

through the ice to experience the warmth of all that God has for us.

One way we can bring a li%le warmth to our community is by taking part

in Christmas S.O.S. (Support our Schools). From December 8th -15th, we

are challenging all of our families to support our teachers at Myrtle Beach

High School by purchasing some needed supplies that will help them

make a difference in the lives of others. Each year, our teachers make

sacrifices financially to make a difference in their classrooms and in the

lives of their students. Let’s take a moment to thank them this week by

purchasing some of the supplies that they would typically have to purchase

themselves. For your convenience, there is a supply list below, and in your

worship guide this Sunday, of items that are needed this year. Supplies that

are purchased will need to be brought to the church on December 15th so

that we can deliver them to the school. I thank you in advance for being a

church that supports our local community!

Blessings!

Terry

Greetings!Greetings!

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“Surviving the Holidays”

Facing a holiday after the death of a loved one can be difficult. “Surviving the Holidays”, facilitated by Evere% Douglas, may help you not only survive the holidays, but to find strength, healing and tools to move forward in your daily walk through the deep pain of grief.

Please come join us in the Church Parlor on Mon., December 9, at 6:30 p.m. for this very helpful workshop. For additional infor- mation, or to sign up for Surviving the Holidays, please call Evere%, 449-3384.

Christmas S.O.S. from Dec. 8-15th:

Computer Printer Paper—White and Colored Clorox Wipes Tissues

Paper Towels Band-Aids Black and Blue Ink Pens

Backpack Ministry is now providing food for 175 children each week. We need your help with prayers, finances & physical presence. There is a sign-up sheet in the Foyer for 3 volunteers for 2 hrs. Mon., Tues. and Wed. Monetary gifts can be given through the Church Office or in your Discipleship Classes. Call Be%y Benton, 449.7068, with questions.

Urgent Call for Non-Perishable Food Items! Please consider donating non-perishable items for Helping Hand of Myrtle Beach. They have an urgent need for Canned Vegetables; Canned Meat & Stew; Cereal; Soups; Mac ’n Cheese; and Pastas; also Pop-Top Cans of Food; Kool-Aid and hygiene items such as Small Soaps; Shampoos; Razors and Size 5 & 6 Diapers. Bring your donated items to the Shopping Cart in the North Hallway of OVBC.

OVBC to Help with Mobile Meals this week, December 9-13! This important ministry delivers catered meals to people in MB who are in need. If you can help Eva Dell Collins, even one day during that week, please call her at 843.448.6055 for details! The Wendy Clay WOM will not meet in December, but will resume our meetings on Monday, January 27, 2014. Join us in the Church Parlor at 6:45 p.m. for Refreshments and Fellowship. Program will begin at 7:00 p.m. More info will follow in the next Tidings!

A Ministry Opportunity: Do you have free time? Our church office needs a volunteer on Tuesday mornings from 10-11:30 a.m. Stop by and pick up an application. What a great way to serve!

Margaret Crump & family, in the August 9 loss of her husband, Jim Crump, after an extended illness. A memorial service was held at Ocean View Baptist Church.

The family of Pearl Walker, who passed away on August 25, after a lengthy illness. She was a Charter member of OVBC and active in the ministries for many years, along with her husband, Jimmy, who died on April 28.

Emmie Cooper, Jane Rood & family in the September 17 loss of their niece and daughter, respectively, Jeannie Hardwick, who was ill for a long time.

Kay Macklen, Ken Sanders & Kerry Sanders and their families, in the death of their mother, Kathleen Sanders, who passed away on September 18 at her daughter’s home. She was a Charter member of OVBC, active for many years in various ministries here, and was 91 years old.

Stan & Pa%y Gunsolus, Janice McKinsey and their families, in the September 18 death in Rochester, NY of their daughter- in-law and niece, respectively, after a lengthy illness.

Myrtice Williams & family in the October loss of her sister, Sarah Jenkins, after a brief illness.

Kaye Bratcher & family in the October 9 loss of her husband, Billy Bratcher. Billy died at GSRMC after a lengthy illness.

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Important Student Ministry Dates:

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► Sunday, December 8: FX – 10:05-11:05 a.m. Youth will meet upstairs in main building in the FX Clubhouse to a%end the Big FX and serve by helping with crowd control, technology, dancing, acting, etc.

► Wednesday, December 11: Church Wide Christmas Dinner, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Youth who are willing will be assigned jobs to help serve during this Church Wide Fellowship.

► Thursday, December 19: Youth Christmas Party & Caroling – 6:30-8:30 p.m.

ATTENTION – Parents or Adult Volunteers are Needed!!! Call Jennifer Bodge for opportunities to help with Student events, 843.241.0445 (call or text) or Jenneddy4@hotmail.com.

Check out other Student activities at h%p://ovbc.org/#/students.

Luncheon & Program: Tuesday, December 10, begins at noon in the Fellow-ship Hall! Keith Plo%, a Southern Gospel singer from Grand Strand Baptist Church, will present an exciting program of Christmas songs for us... Mark Your Calendars!! Bring a dish to share which complements baked ham.

On Thursday, December 12, we’re planning a Day Trip to Hopsewee Plantn.! Join us at 8 a.m. as we leave OVBC, returning in the early evening. The cost is $35/person and includes a guided tour of the plantation and a delicious lunch. Sign up early as space is limited. Call Bill Bowman at 390.4258 for more info.

An exciting Spring Trip is being planned for April 11-14, 2014, to our Nation’s Capitol! On April 12th we will have grandstand seats for the Cherry Blossom Parade! The trip includes 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners and visits to many sites… look for flyers and sign up sheets soon!

• To renew, or subscribe, to The Baptist Courier, please call Erma in the church office at 449.3384. Yearly subscriptions are still $13.50.

• REMINDER: all contributions must be in the church office, or post marked, by December 31, 2013 to receive tax credit for the year 2013.

You’re invited to a FREE seminar, “Anything and Everything about Funerals” (Anything you ever wanted to know about funerals, cremation, preplanning, prefunded funerals and estate planning) conducted by McMillan-Small Funeral Home and Crematorium. This seminar will take place on Tues., Dec. 10, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in the McMillan-Small Funeral Home Chapel at 910 67th Ave. N. in MB. Please call 843.449.3396 or email: lm@msK.net to register by Fri., Dec. 6.

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Notes from the Financial Administrator:Notes from the Financial Administrator:

Sunday, December 8th Pastor Terry’s “FROZEN” Series continues. 2nd Sunday of Advent Contemporary Worship (Sanct.) 9:00a PX (Preschool Experience) 9:00a Library Open 9:50a & 10:50a Discipleship Classes 10:05a FX 10:05a Student Sm. Grps. (New Bldg.) 10:05a Promiseland (Preschool) 10:05 & 11:10a Traditional Worship (Sanct.) 11:10a Monday, 9th “Surviving the Holidays” (Parlor) 6:30p Tuesday, 10th J.O.Y. Fellowship & Program with Keith Plo% (FH) begins at noon Wednesday, 11th Christmas Dinner and Welcome Celebration (FH) 6:00-7:30p Sanctuary Choir (Choir Room) 7:45p Thursday, 12th J.O.Y. Fellowship Trip to Hopsewee 8a Sunday, 15th Pastor Terry’s “FROZEN” Series continues. 3rd Sunday of Advent “Muffins for Missions” in the Foyer! Contemporary Worship (Sanct.) 9:00a PX (Preschool Experience) 9:00a Library Open 9:50a & 10:50a Discipleship Classes 10:05a Tribes 10:05a Student Sm. Grps. (New Bldg.) 10:05a Promiseland (Preschool) 10:05 & 11:10a Traditional Worship (Sanct.) 11:10a Friday, 13th TLC Christmas Programs (Sanct.) 9:00a, 10:00a & 11:00a Wednesday, 18th Family Night Supper (FH) 5:15p Children’s Choir (C207) (Grades K-5) 5:30-6:25p Library Open 5:45-6:15p “The Christmas Experience” movie (FH) 6:15-7:35p Students (See Inside) 6:30-8:30p GAs (C206) 6:30p RAs (C204) 6:30p Mission Friends (A112) 6:30p Sanctuary Choir (Choir Room) 7:45p

OVBC Calendar Happy Birthday!

for the Weeks of 11/24 & 12/1 Budget Offering $ 38,949.31 Requirement $ 45,020.66

Year-to-Date Am’t. Received $1,025,907.23 Am’t. Required $1,022,651.81 Lo%ie Moon Offering $ 2,122.00

God’s Tithes & Our Offerings:

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Sunday, December 8th Farris Hunt, Jane Morris, Evere% Douglas, Kathrine Cardona-Andrade, Terry Scalzi%i Monday, 9th Jane Christensen, Cynthia Simcox, Dennis Atkinson, David Seaborn Tuesday, 10th Mary Neal, Martha Howe, Candy Brown Wednesday, 11th Mary Wrenn, Ryan Cooper Thursday, 12th Von Baker, Gloria Stubbs Friday, 13th Phyllis Miller, Mac Quickery Saturday, 14th Thomas Nelson Sunday, 15th Madonna Grady, Sarah Ellio%, Mary Ropp Monday, 16th Sherri Busick Tuesday, 17th John Church Wednesday, 18th Gigi Baxley, Doris Trimble Thursday, 19th Gracie Gallman Friday, 20th Kathaleen Bartle%, Jade Burkhart, Isabella Richard Saturday, 21st Lewis Keeter, Hollings Rankin, Jeffrey Morrow Sunday, 22nd Be%y Benton,

Margaret Nance, Tristan Blackmon

Muffins for Missions:

Sunday morning, Dec. 15! Donations accepted by our RAs & GAs in the Foyer!

During December,

RAs will be collecting $ .25 for Lo%ie Moon Off. to

deliver each OVBC Christmas Card… Bring cards & $$ to the

Class Roll Center!

Deacon Update: Our REACH team makes contacts with guests that visit our church and others with whom we may have lost contact. We try to answer questions and supply information that is needed as people make decisions about a church home or a place where they can serve and have their spiritual needs met. Volunteers are needed as this team needs to grow as our church does. Please call Tim Delaney, 449-6679, or the church office to volunteer, or if you know of someone with interest in OVBC.

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Rev. Terry Scalzi%i Lead Pastor Rev. Evere% Douglas Missional Minister Rev. Tommy Moore Minister to Students Beth Douglas Minister of Preschool/Children Erma Stackhouse Administrator of Finance & Church Resources Max Mishler Visual Director Terry Martin Audio Director Margene Todd Interpreter to the Deaf Josh Swilling 9:00 a.m. Worship Leader Kim Alexander 11:10 a.m. Worship Leader Nancy Grainger 9:00 & 11:10 a.m. Pianist Kristin Green Interim Dir. of Teaching Learning Center Darrine Brown Office Administrator Suzanne Gaff Administrative Assistant

Church Office 843.449.3384 Information Line 843.449.4321 Fax 843.449.2795 E-mail office@ovbc.org Web Site www.ovbc.org Visit Ocean View Baptist Church on Facebook!

Teaching Learning Center 843.449.6220

Tidings will be published two times in Dec. on Wednesdays. Articles for the next issue must be in writing and submi%ed by Wed., Dec. 11, at 5 p.m. for publication on Wed., Dec. 18. Email: suzanne@ovbc.org.

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FX - Family experience Next FX meets this Sunday, Dec. 8 at 10:05 a.m. All children in Kinder-garten through 5th grade are invited to bring your parents for a Family eXperience where kids and parents learn about God together.

TRIBES meet on 12/15; 12/22 & 12/29 & 1/5/14 at 10:05 a.m. After creative large-group Bible exploration, children meet in small groups (Tribes) with a dedicated adult leader to discuss more about God’s Big Story, make friends, and share life experiences as they find a place to belong.

December Life App & Memory Verse:

Life App: Joy—finding a way to be happy, even when things don’t go your way.

Memory Verse: “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” —Philippians 4:4, NIV

With Your Children in Mind … Did you know that PX (Preschool Experience) and Promiseland are environ- ments created especially for your infants through Kindergarten children? We are eager for them to join us for fun, creative activities — at 9:00 a.m. for PX Contemporary, 10:05 a.m. for Promiseland, and/or 11:10 a.m. for PX Traditional.

To find out about opportunities for children in K-5th grade, see the FX and Tribes information below. We hope to see you soon!

Promiseland/FX Welcome Team

12/8—Craig Berkey 12/15—Bill Moore

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Stop by the Stop by the Stop by the Stop by the

“Thank You” Board…

“Thank You” Board…

“Thank You” Board…

“Thank You” Board…

in the North Hallway.

There are new notes from

Stan & Pa%y Gunsolus

(relatives of Janice McKinsey),

and from Ann & Doug Dorman,

(friends of the Riehls) as well as

a baby pix & announcement

from Amy & Jason Cox

and an ordination article from

Janice McKinsey about her

granddaughter, Sally Ann!

The Center for Women and Children has some updated needs: If you happen to have gently- used furniture and household items we could use them! Sofas, chairs, ma%ress- es, kitchen supplies etc. but also items as simple as toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, feminine products, laundry soap, dish soap, Q-tips, diapers, wipes, bo%les and sippy cups. The list could go on… Please prayerfully consider any donation, knowing it would be a blessing! If you have any questions, or need your donated items to be picked up, please call Dana Lidard, 843.457.8738, or for more info about the Center. And, we hope that you will remember to follow us on Facebook: myrtlebeachcenterforwomenandchildren

The 2013 Flower Committee

The 2013 Flower Committee

The 2013 Flower Committee

The 2013 Flower Committee

Wishes to thank all who have

Wishes to thank all who have

Wishes to thank all who have

Wishes to thank all who have

taken part in beautifying our

taken part in beautifying our

taken part in beautifying our

taken part in beautifying our

Sanctuary and Foyer with

Sanctuary and Foyer with

Sanctuary and Foyer with

Sanctuary and Foyer with

Flowers this year!

Flowers this year!

Flowers this year!

Flowers this year! We are happy

to say that we only have one open

date available now: December 29.

Pls. call Suzanne in the Office, 449.3384,

if you wish to donate flowers.

Watch for the 2014 Flower

Calendar... coming soon!