7300 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29572-3029 Dr. Steven C. Cromer, Pastor

TIDINGS

Sunday, May 6 Contemporary Worship 9:00 a.m.

Catalyst Worship 9:00 a.m.

Discipleship Classes 10:00 a.m.

Traditional Worship 11:05 a.m.

Volume 39 May 2, 2012-May 15, 2012 Number 9

Happy

Mother’s Day! Sunday,

May 13th!

You’re Invited to a

Free Mother’s Day Concert Sunday, May 13th, at 6 p.m.

in the Sanctuary!

Nathan Herron & Rocky Fretz to present a musical program

you won’t want to miss!! (A Love Offering will be taken.)

Very recently, an opportunity was made available to our church family. First Citizens, the bank in front of our 74th Avenue parking lot on Kings Hwy, contacted us to see if we would be interested in purchasing their building and property at that location. They have offered a price that seems very a/ractive.

The problem is that the church can’t afford any more debt at this time, and I can’t make a case for how we would presently use the building. Still, I have the nagging feeling that if we don’t secure the property we will regret it a few years down the road. I believe the best years of ministry for OVBC are still ahead of it.

The Stewardship Commi/ee, Deacons, and the members of the Initiative #5 Team have met and discussed this. Some other leaders in our church are looking at it, too. We are looking to see if there is a way to secure the property that would add no additional burden to the finances of the church at this time. If nothing can be figured out, we won’t pursue it any further. If a concrete plan is formulated, your elected leadership will bring it before the church body as soon as possible. We’ll keep you informed.

Along other lines, conversation is starting again about the Sunday morning schedule. The Deacons and Church Council will be discussing this over the next couple of weeks. If a plan is approved by them that looks to be in the best interest of our church, we will bring that to the church body very soon as well.

Donna Eddings and family in the loss of her mother, Lore'a Quesinberry, who died on March 18th in Columbia, SC, after a long illness.

Joe and Rosemary Moniz (former OVBC mbrs.) and family in the April 12th loss of Joe’s father, Mariano Moniz, who lived in Bermuda and was 103 years old.

Nell Castle and family in the April 12th loss of her husband, Paul, after a lengthy illness. Nell and Paul were active members of OVBC for many years before moving to Davidson, NC, to be near family. A service to celebrate his life was held on April 15th in Davidson.

Pastor’s View ...

Blessings,

Steve

Christian Sympathy is Expressed to:

TLC is looking for “a Few Good Men” To help ‘spruce up’ the TLC kitchen. We need to paint, retile and have a bookcase built. Please contact the TLC Office, if you’re up for the Challenge, 843-449-6220!

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The Mildred Brown WOM Group will meet on Monday, May 7 @ 12 Noon at The Sea Captain’s House Restaurant. This is a luncheon meeting and will conclude our meetings until next September. Please plan to a/end!

The Debby Akerman Women on Missions Group The Debby Akerman Women on Missions Group The Debby Akerman Women on Missions Group The Debby Akerman Women on Missions Group is collecting bo'led water (approx. 16.9 oz) for the upcoming “A Confident Heart” Women’s Confer-ence in September, Our GAs will be pu/ing Bible verses on each bo/le that will be used during the event. Please drop package/cases of bo/led water under the Missions Table. If you need help or have questions, please call Winnie King, 449-0599. or Genie, 340-5963. (Reminder: we are meeting on 5/6.)

The VBS Sewing Team needs YOU! Can you sew, even a li/le bit? Can you use scissors? Got a sewing machine? We need you, as well as those who can cut out from EASY pa/erns, or iron, to make ʺBiblical outfitsʺ for VBS this year. Whether you prefer group sewing time with lots of fellowship, or if you prefer to sew at home on your own schedule, we have the ministry opportunity for you! Please contact Beth Douglas at 843-449-3384 or Amy Hammock at abhammock@yahoo.com for more info, or to join in on the fun!

Vacation Bible School: July 15-19, 2012! “VBS Babylon” is in need of supplies for the set such as canopy tents, earthtone flat sheets, Mexican blankets and clay pots. We also need volunteers in all areas, so let us know the area where you’d like to serve. Contact Amy Hammock at abhammock@yahoo.com or Beth, 843-449-3384.

JOY Fellowship Luncheon & Program ... Tuesday, May 8, beginning at Noon in the Fellowship Hall. Come, Bring a dish to share that complements fried chicken and stay for a delightful program presented by Guest Speaker, Nathan Herron, emcee of The Carolina Opry! Mr. Herron will inform us about his ministry and share some songs, too. (Last Luncheon until September)

JOY Fellowship Fall Trip: Sept. 8-15, 2012 We’ll travel to Cape Cod, New York City, Boston, a whale watch cruise, a lobster dinner & so much more! $784/person—dbl. occupancy (trip includes 8 days & 7 nights.) Call Bill or Gracie Bowman, 390-4258, or Mary Neal, 449-5442, for more info! $300 deposit is due at sign up. Pick up a brochure in the Church Office asap. Trip insurance is available.

The technical ministry at Ocean View could really use The technical ministry at Ocean View could really use The technical ministry at Ocean View could really use The technical ministry at Ocean View could really use your help! your help! your help! your help! All the “li/le things” that allow us to worship fully every week are often the result of volunteers who are serving behind the scenes, from running screens, to operating lights, to se/ing up and breaking down for services. It doesn’t require a lot of time or experience, and we will give you all the training you need! Please prayerfully consider joining this ministry team! Contact Tangena at tangena@ovbc.org or call the Church Office, 449-3384!

IMPORTANT

STUDENT MINISTRY

DATES:

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A Note from Tangena ...

Welcome New Members!

► Each Sunday: Students join us for Sunday COMPASS at 10 am in the CLC!

► Student Prayer Breakfast for MB area: Every Friday, 7 am, at K&W Restaurant, 7900 N. Kings in MB. (Please note the change of day to Friday.)

► Students of all ages are welcome on Wednesdays as soon as you get out of school! The CLC will be open and available to hang out as soon as school dismisses. Come play ping pong, pool, air hockey, X box, do homework, or just relax with friends and enjoy some snacks. At 6 pm we’ll begin group games, at 6:30 pm “Secret Church,” and then we’ll close our evenings with Worship!

Upcoming Student Ministry Dates:

► Sunday, May 20th: Graduate Ceremony for Class of 2012 in morning Worship. Please let Tommy or Suzanne know of your upcoming plans to be printed in Tidings ASAP!

► Sunday, May 20th: A Graduate Reception for HS Grads and immediate families is planned at Ronnie & Sharon Armeen’s house, following the 11:05 am Worship! Please RSVP to Tommy or Suzanne, 449-3384, with number attending.

► July 23rd- 28th: X Fuge on Mission at North Greenville University. Cost is $275 per person.

► Visit the Student Ministry section of the website at: ovbc.org and stay up to date by checking the Student page often—especially the “Events” tab! You’ll also find more info about these and more upcoming events!

OPEN CALL! Our OVBC Choir is growing and we would love to invite you to join us! We have room for all voice parts, and especially, would love to welcome some Alto ladies. Any age and any experience level is welcome. We have a great time worshipping the Lord through song and in fellowship together. Come and give it a try on Wednesday nights at 7:45 p.m. in the Choir Room.

Lucy Hammock Lucy is requesting membership 309 Kingston Road at Ocean View as a candidate Myrtle Beach, SC for baptism. She is pictured 29572 here with her parents, Chris & 843-655-8210 Amy Hammock.

Becky Melton Becky is joining Ocean View by 5816 Longleaf Drive transfer of her le/er from MB Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Community Church. 843-421-5034

Grice Fortenberry Grice is joining Ocean View 8658 Windsong Drive as a candidate for baptism. Myrtle Beach, SC 29579-5369 843-685-4900

Sunday, May 6th Ann Slaughter, Mary D’Alcamo, Jessica Crum, Paul Walker Monday, 7th Jimmy Collins, Madalyn Trask, Troy Eddings, Will Ropp Tuesday, 8th Carol Milligan, Kristin Dobbins, Olivia Daniels Wednesday, 9th Paul Ba/en, Anna Benton, Noah Glasgow, Sara Jane D’Errico Thursday, 10th Van Wa/s, Kamron Payseur, Merrell Longoria Friday, 11th Steve Cromer Saturday, 12th Be/y Williams, Janie Aldridge, Russell Benton, Ma/ Atkinson, Kristina Crum Sunday, 13th Al Norwood, Elaine Thompson, Jennifer Bodge Monday, 14th Bri/any Johnson Tuesday, 15th Allen Armstrong Thursday, 17th Bill Turner, Micki Anderson, Jason Cox, James Prock Friday, 18th Carolyn Anderson, Fran Shepard, Teresa D’Errico, Sophia Doster Saturday, 19th Kenny Lidard, Holly Gray Sunday, 20th Larry Sanderson, Suzanne Hogan

Sunday, May 6th Catalyst Worship (FH ) 9:00a Contemporary Worship (Sanct.) 9:00a Library Open 9:50a-10:50a Discipleship Classes 10:00a FX 10:10a Traditional Worship (Sanct.) 11:05a Debby Akerman WOM (Parlor) 4:15p Monday, 7th Mildred Brown WOM Luncheon @ The Sea Captain’s Restaurant Noon OT Survey (Steve Cromer-C101) Noon GriefShare (D101) 6:30-8:00p Tuesday, 8th Ladies’ Bible Study (C101) 9:30a JOY Fellowship Luncheon & Program Guest Speaker: Nathan Herron Noon Wednesday, 9th Family Night Supper (FH) 5:15p Young Musicians/Music Makers (C207) (Grades 1-5) 5:30-6:25p Library Open 5:45-6:15p Students (Grades 6-12) CLC 6:00-7:30p Prayer Focus (FH) 6:15p Adult Study Grps (various rms) 6:30p GAs (C206) “Game On!” 6:30p RAs (C204) “Game On!” 6:30p M & Ms (A107/110) 6:30p DivorceCare will resume on 8/29. Adult Choir (Choir Room) 7:45p Sunday, 13th Happy Mother’s Day! Mother’s Day Offering taken during all services for Retired Pastors’ Home. Catalyst Worship (FH ) 9:00a Contemporary Worship (Sanct.) 9:00a Library Open 9:50a-10:50a Discipleship Classes 10:00a FX Groups 10:00a Traditional Worship (Sanct.) 11:05a myMission OVBC Chap. (Lib.) 4:00p Mother’s Day Concert w/ Nate Herron and Tangena Mishler (Sanct.) 6:00p (A love offering will be taken.) Monday, 14th OT Survey (Steve Cromer-C101) Noon GriefShare (D101) 6:30-8:00p Tuesday, 15th Ladies’ Bible Study (C101) 9:30a Wednesday, 16th Family Night Supper (FH) 5:15p Young Musicians/Music Makers (C207) (Grades 1-5) 5:30-6:25p Library Open 5:45-6:15p Students (Grades 6-12) CLC 6:00-7:30p Prayer Focus (FH) 6:15p Adult Study Grps (various rms) Last Study Groups until Fall. 6:30p GAs (C206) “Game On!” 6:30p RAs (C204) “Game On!” 6:30p M & Ms (A107/110) 6:30p DivorceCare will resume on 8/29. Adult Choir (Choir Room) 7:45p

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for the Weeks of 4/22/12 & 4/29/12 Budget Offering $ 82,547.52 Requirement $ 52,099.84

Year-to-Date Am’t. Received $ 444,077.97 Am’t. Required $ 468,898.56 Annie Armstrong Off. $ 16,935.00

OVBC Calendar

God’s Tithes & Our Offerings:

MAY Virtue: Responsibility

Big Idea: Do what’s expected of you, so that you can be trusted.

Scripture: Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much. — Luke 16:10, NIV

Childcare is provided during all services for babies through 5 year olds. The new system, Xtra, uses the Promiseland Bible story of the day and reinforces it with activities and games using the central theme. In this way, your child will be learning the same ideas about God whether he/she is there for one hour or an extended part of the morning. All of this learning at any hour is interspersed with age-appropriate play, music, and more.

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Steven C. Cromer Pastor Evere/ Douglas Missional Minister Tommy Moore Minister to Students Beth Douglas Minister of Preschool/Children Tangena Mishler Worship & Performing Arts Director Erma Stackhouse Financial Administrator Max Mishler Visual Director Terry Martin Audio Director Margene Todd Interpreter to the Deaf Nancy Grainger 9:00 & 11:05 a.m. Pianist Jo Hopper Organist Brenda Thomas Dir. of Teaching Learning Ctr. Darrine Brown Administrative Assistant Suzanne Gaff Administrative Assistant Danielle Long Church Custodian

Church Office 843-449-3384 Information Line 843-449-4321 Fax 843-449-2795 E-mail office@ovbc.org Web Site www.ovbc.org Teaching Learning Center 843-449-6220

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HTC in Conway: Mondays @ 9:30 p.m., Channel 4 & Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m., Channel 47 Time Warner Cable: Channel 47 Sat., 9:30 a.m. & Sunday, 9:00 a.m.

Tidings will be published three times in May on Wednesdays. Articles for the next issue must be in writing and submi'ed by Wed., May. 9 at 5 p.m. for publ. on May 16, 2012. Email: suzanne@ovbc.org.

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25th Annual Helping H

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of MB Golf Tournament

Saturday, May 12 @ River Oaks

Golf Plantation— 4-Person Captain’s

Choice Event featuring a shotgun

start at 8:30 a.m. Entry Fee is $80

and includes golf, cart, continental

breakfast, on-course refreshments,

lunch, door prizes, and much more!

Call 448-8451 for more information

or to register… also

www.helpinghandofmyrtlebeach.com.

Helping Hand of MB maintains a

full-time food pantry, and provides

assistance with many basic needs.

Family Experience, for

K-5th graders and their

parents, meets on the first Sunday

of each month at 10:10 am. All other

Sundays, please join us for FX

Groups at 10 am. Here, children

have age-appropriate small groups

upstairs, while their parents can

study the same Bible passage, but in

their own adult small groups in the

Fellowship Hall. Questions? Call

Beth Douglas, 449-3384.

Donations Are Needed for Helping Hand of MB: Donations of the following pantry items are especially needed:

Pork & Beans Oatmeal/Bxs. of Cereal Peanut Bu'er Jelly (Small) Kool-Aid; Juice Rice; Canned Pasta Instant Potatoes Spaghe'i Sauce Peas/Pinto Beans Pop Top Ravioli Mac & Cheese Pop Top Beanie Dry Beans Weenies Sweet Potatoes Deodorant

Place in the shopping cart in North Hallway.

Stop by the “Thank You”Stop by the “Thank You”Stop by the “Thank You”Stop by the “Thank You” Bulletin Board in theBulletin Board in theBulletin Board in theBulletin Board in the North Hallway! North Hallway! North Hallway! North Hallway! There are new “Thank yous” from Mary & Dick Law, Donna Eddings & the Quesinberry Family, Swami & Nina Nash, and George Smith (long-time friend of the Holts).

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Neighbor to NeighborNeighbor to NeighborNeighbor to NeighborNeighbor to Neighbor, a program of GRACE Ministries, providing free transportation to the Homebound Senior Neighbors and Disabled Adults in our community! Call 843-839-0702 or visit: www.gracefullyaging.org.

Register Register Register Register this Sunday

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Renee Swope Event

Renee Swope Event

Renee Swope Event

Renee Swope Event ———— Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012!

Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012!

Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012!

Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012! The Event Kick-Off begins on Sunday with an informational insert in the Bulletin & an Event Table in the Foyer. Contact Suzanne Hogan for

more about “A Confident Heart “ Event, 843-685-2896.

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Upcoming Open Dates...

6/24; 7/8; 7/15; 7/22; 7/29 & 8/12.

Please call Suzanne,

449-3384, to help

in this ministry!