Churches, groups plan back-to-school events, activities
NORMAN Baptist group to host dinner
Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children will host its annual Back-to-School Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 3 at Embassy Suites, 2501 Conference Drive.
The dinner will benefit Oklahoma Baptist Children's Home in Oklahoma City and Boys Ranch Town in Edmond.
Shonda Flowers, event coordinator, said the event theme is “His Great Love.”
The purpose of the event is to create community involvement and support for Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children and youths in the organization's care. With the money raised, a special fund is set up to provide yearly clothing and other basic needs for children living at the Oklahoma City and Edmond campuses. The organization does not charge for services or accept any government funds. “The Back-to-School Dinner Event is one way to share the love of Christ by meeting basic needs,” Flowers said.
The event creates revenue through individual and business sponsorships, as well as group fundraising with more than 1,000 in attendance each year. Before the event, patrons will be able to participate in the silent auction starting at 4 p.m. At 5:30 p.m. guests will enjoy a meal and be entertained by emcee Ed Murray, as children model their favorite outfit for school or church.
Tickets for the event are $20, and additional donations will be welcome. Reserved tables for 10 are available for purchase. For more information or to buy tickets, call 735-8343 or go to obhc.org/DinnerEvent.
METRO AREA Churches to offer activities
Here is a list of several faith-based back-to-school giveaway events and other related activities. They are free unless otherwise noted.
People's Church: 800 E Britton Road, “Day of Hope,” 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, free school supplies, backpacks, haircuts, dental screenings, health exams, sports physicals, children's fun zone with free frozen treats, children must be present to receive backpacks. Information: https://peoples. church/events/day-of-hope.
Alameda Church of Christ:
801 E Alameda, Norman, 15th annual “Back to School Round Up,” 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 3, backpacks with school supplies will be distributed to Norman-area families while supplies last. Information: 321-0788; http://www. alameda-streams.org.
Capitol Hill Baptist Church: 304 SW 134, “RedeemED Luncheon” for educators, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 5, includes free meal, school supplies, door prizes and gifts for attendees. Information/registration: www.chbchurch.org.
Family of Faith Church: 13500 SE 15, Choctaw, “Slip-n-Slide Family Celebration,” 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 10, backpacks, school supplies, hot dogs and clothing for kindergarten through fifth grade given away while supplies last, plus inflatables, 100-foot Slip-NSlide., live DJ, child must be present to pick up backpacks/ school supplies. Information: 769-8751; https://www.familyoffaithok.com/events.
OKC Faith Church: 800 S Portland, “Feeding the 5000 and More” backpack and school supply giveaway, 8 a.m. to noon Aug. 10, backpacks, school supplies and a meal will be provided, while supplies last, children and guardian must attend one presentation to receive items. The first presentation will begin at 8 a.m. and the last will be at noon (or while supplies last). Information: 948-7100; http://www.okcfaith.com.