THE ENCOURAGER   "…to prepare all God’s people for the work of Christian Service to build up the body of Christ.”

First Baptist Church * Woodruff, South Carolina

August 5, 2009

Leading in Worship

This Sunday, August 9  *  11:00 am

INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO COME WITH YOU!

                         _______________________________________________________________________________________________

C. Andrew Shull, Pastor

      Kelly R. Smith, Youth & Children’s Director                    Robert L. Blanton, Jr., Music Director

                         Debra J. Fortner, Secretary                                                                             Kay M. Young, Pianist

                         James R. Skinner, Custodian                                                             Thomasene Owensby, Organist

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PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

HAVE YOU FOUND YOUR PLACE?

Exodus 35:30-36:1; Jeremiah 1:4-8;

Colossians 3:16-17

Morning Worship Service

COMMON DESTINY

Leading in Worship

Evening Worship Service

RECOVERING THE CUTTING EDGE

2 Kings 6:1-7

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Koosje Smith, 8-9     Madeline Garner, 8-12

            James Rex Skinner, 8-10     Emily Harrison, 8-12

            Tara Walker, 8-10     Randy Shaver, 8-12

            Ryan Anderson, 8-10     Kim McAbee, 8-13

            Docia Sloan, 8-11     Anna Grace Anderson, 8-14

            Chelsea Reynolds, 8-11     Jeana Dobbins, 8-14

            Ben Weaver, 8-11     Anne Williams, 8-15

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

We extend our love and prayerful support to:

Julia Howard and family in the death of her mother,

Isabella Stovall;

Leroy Patterson and family in the death of his sister,

Helen Abercrombie;

Luke Simmons and family in the death of his aunt,

Ruby Jones.

CALLED CHURCH CONFERENCE

For the Purpose of Electing Deacons

This Sunday Morning, August 9

Seeking the Lord’s leadership, the following were nominated by the church and feel that the time is right to submit their names for consideration to serve as deacons for the 2009 – 2012 term. During our morning worship service this Sunday morning, the church will be called into conference for the purpose of affirming this call and electing these men to serve as deacons.

                        Duane Bailey Zane Orias

                        Jeff Lanford Ray Smith

CHURCH-WIDE BIBLE STUDY

This Wednesday * 6:30 pm

Join us for a great time of Bible study as we discuss the themes introduced in this past Sunday’s message and look deeper into God’s Word..

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday 7:00 – 7:30 am

COMMON DESTINY

This Sunday Morning, August 9 * 11:00 am

We look forward to Brad, Kerie, Josh and Jay being with us and leading our worship through testimonies and songs that will lift our hearts to God. Common Destiny is based in Woodruff, but has been used by God to touch hundreds of lives across our nation. Invite friends to come with you for this special service of worship.

Spartanburg County Baptist Network WMU

FALL LEADERSHIP TRAINING

This Monday, August 10 * 6:45 – 8:30 pm

First Baptist Church, Boiling Springs

Please call Mary Dell Scott or the church office if you will be able to attend.

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

Sanctuary Heating and Air Balance: $ 44,207.74

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

For the Work of the Church

In Memory of Carl Huckaby

In Memory of Justin Philbeck

In Memory of Larry Thompson

Over & Above Offering

In Memory of Isabella Stovall

Bob & Gail Hix

In Memory of Frances Grant

Tommy & JoAnne Westmoreland

Nancy Skinner

Hattie Pattillo

Robert & Penny Gall

In Memory of Larry Thompson

Nancy Skinner

John & Kim McAbee

In Memory of Justin Philbeck

John & Kim McAbee

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

Preschool 5

Children 15

Youth 12

Adults 91

Total Attendance 123

BUDGET August 2 2009

Needs $ 8,140.00 $ 252,340.00

Offering $ 10,088.47 $ 240,642.25

Over/(Under) $ 1,948.47 ($ 11,697.75)

DESIGNATED FUNDS August 2

Over and Above Offering $ 275.00

Designated Offerings $ 217.52

Total Designated $ 492.52

TOTAL $ 10,580.99

IGNITE 2009

Real Passion. Real Change. Real Life.

Woodruff Community Student Impact Weekend

(A special weekend designed for youth

and college age students in the Woodruff community.)

Sponsored by Community Churches

Held at First Baptist Church

Featuring: Mark Shelley and Common Destiny

This Friday, August 7

6:30 pm - Pizza Fellowship (fellowship hall)

7:30 pm - Session 1 (sanctuary)

This Saturday, August 8

10:00 am - Session 2 (sanctuary)

12:00 pm - Lunch (fellowship hall)

1:00 – 3:00 pm - Community Mission Projects

6:00 pm - Session 3 (sanctuary)

FALL YOUTH RETREAT

Sunday, September 6 – Monday, September 7

Camp McCall

Join us for great food, fellowship, Bible study, and the wonderful adventure activities that Camp McCall offers. The cost of $20.00 covers food, lodging and activities. Sign up by bringing your $20.00 to Kelly Smith.

ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL

Wednesday, August 12 * 6:30 pm

Now is a great time to join the Adult Choir.

Rehearsals each Wednesday will begin August 26.

HANDBELL CHOIR

Sunday, August 23 * 9:00 am

Come and be part of great fun and fellowship through the Handbell Choir.

See Kay Young for more information.

HELPING HANDS MINISTRIES

The following opportunities will provide funds to help those in need in our community:

Bi-Lo Bonus Cards

Pick up an enrollment card from the church office to be scanned at Bi-Lo (one time) and 1% of the purchases you make with your Bonus Card will be given to Helping Hands Ministries.

Salad And Sandwich Luncheon

Monday, August 17 * 11:00 am until 1:00 pm

First Baptist Church

Tickets ($6.00) are available in the church office.

Dick Brooks Memorial Golf Classic

Thursday, September 10 * 1:00 pm Shotgun Start

Three Pines Country Club

Registration and Sponsorship forms are available in the church office.

SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS

A Place to Grow and Belong!

Promotion Sunday Assembly

August 23 * 9:45-10:00 am

On Promotion Sunday, August 23, all Sunday School Classes (preschool, children, youth and adults) are asked to meet in the sanctuary at 9:45 am for a time of inspiration and celebration as we take part in a Church – Wide Assembly. This will be a time to express appreciation to our Sunday School Teachers for their efforts in the past year. Students who will be promoting will be recognized and will go to their new class after the assembly. Set an extra alarm so that you can be here to support and cheer as we give thanks for this past year and look ahead to what God has for us as we study His word together.

SCHOOL YEAR WEDNESDAY NIGHTS

Strong Tower: Knowing My King!

The name of the LORD is a strong tower;

the righteous run to it and are safe. Proverbs 18:10

If you are interested in helping on Wednesday nights for the 2009-2010 school year, please call the church office. Regular programs begin on August 26.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT

& BLOOD DRIVE

Wednesday, August 19

Join us for lots of family fun as we kick off our fall Wednesday night programs. Family Fun Night activities will be from 5:15 pm – 7:30 pm. The Piedmont Blood Center will be here to receive donations from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Please consider donating this life-saving gift.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Our WMU asks that you consider donating school supplies for students in District 4. A list of items needed for each school is available. Please bring your items to the church office or call for more information.

CHRISTMAS IN ACTION

CIA sponsors one day repair projects of homes in different communities. On October 3, the group is coming to Woodruff. They hope to have 30 homes to work on. Volunteers from all walks of life work in teams. Teams can be made up from church groups, civic groups, businesses, or any other interested organization. Each team has a House Captain who coordinates the work on a particular project. There is a job for everyone. Mark your calendar so that you will be able to participate. If you are interested in serving as a House Captain, please contact the church office as soon as possible. Our church will serve as the meal/restroom site for the work day. If you would like to help sponsor the materials for a house, please contact our pastor.

Regular Office Hours:

Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Friday 8:00 am – 12:30 pm

Email : office@woodruff1st.org

Web site : www.woodruff1st.org

Telephone: (864) 476-8171

Fax: (864) 476-3141

THE ENCOURAGER

If you are not receiving a newsletter and would like to start receiving one each week, please call our church office, 476-8171. Every Tuesday the newsletter is added to our church web site – www.woodruff1st.org

CHESS CLUB

Each Tuesday * 6:30 pm

Come learn how to play chess or just enjoy some healthy competition. We meet in the Prayer Meeting Room. Contact Phil Wood for more information.

THANKS

Your kind and thoughtful expression of sympathy is deeply appreciated and gratefully acknowledged.

       The Family of Frances Grant

Dear Kelly, Greetings! We would like to thank you on behalf of the city of Philadelphia for bringing your youth group to our city. World Changers is a great testimony to the residents of our city. You were a witness of what Christ has done for us. Blessings,

                                                             Bonnie Camarda, Coordinator for Projects & Meals,  The Salvation Army, Philadelphia, PA

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 5

6:30 pm Church-Wide Bible Study

FRIDAY AUGUST 7

6:30 pm IGNITE 2009 Pizza Fellowship

7:30 pm IGNITE 2009 Session 1

SATURDAY AUGUST 8

10:00 am IGNITE 2009 Session 2

12:00 pm IGNITE 2009 Lunch

1:00 pm IGNITE 2009 Community Missions

6:00 pm IGNITE 2009 Session 3

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9

9:45 am Bible Study for All Ages

11:00 am Morning Worship Service with Common Destiny

6:00 pm Evening Worship Service

MONDAY, AUGUST 10

10:00 am Morning Mission Group

6:45 pm WMU Leadership Training – Boiling Springs

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

6:30 pm Chess Club

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 12

6:30 pm Church-Wide Bible Study

6:30 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal

SHARING THE MINISTRY

Sunday, August 9

Greeters:

J McAbee, K Reynolds (f), R Skinner (o), L Caldwell (p)

Counting Team: K Reynolds, J & M Ward

Sound Booth: J Young B P Screening: J Bowie

Nursery: A & J Turner pm: T & P Sumner

Welcome Center: J Granger, J Harrill

Ushers:

D Bailey, J Lanford (f), S Cooper (o) C Simpkins, Jr (p)

pm: T Skinner, R Smith

Outreach Notes: J Davidson

CASUAL SUMMER

Memorial Day to Labor Day

Please feel free to dress comfortably.

Invite friends to come with you.

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, September 2 * 11:45 am

Join us for great food and fellowship as we begin a new year of Golden Age programs. All are welcome!

Our September program guest will be:

Dramatist – Dr. Owen Robertson

Hosts and Hostesses: Floyd & Cora Stewart,

Pat & Sarah Patterson, Michiko Phillips

Devotional: Lottie Caldwell

COLLEGE MINISTRY

Each student will be listed on our weekly prayer sheet on a rotating basis. Please call us or email us with contact information for the new school year.