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 12, 2009

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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

DO YOU REQUIRE SIGNS?

Judges 6:14-16, 36-40; Matthew 16:1-4;

Romans 12:1-2

Morning Worship Service

DIVINE APPOINTMENTS

Recognizing & Responding to Life-Changing Moments

Luke 21:13-15

Evening Worship Service

THE HOUSE ON STRAIGHT STREET

Acts 9:1-19

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

                Tammy Bailey, 8-17       Patty Hill, 8-19

                Frances Owensby, 8-17      Katie Burgess, 8-19

                Tammy Curry, 8-17       Genny Morrison, 8-20

                Dustin Brown, 8-17       Danny Holland, 8-20

                Jamie Westmoreland, 8-18     Michael Workman, 8-20

                Don Foster, 8-18       Justin Greene, 8-21

                Tom Foster, 8-19       Brandi LaVallie, 8-21

                Aurelia Brock, 8-19

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

Our church family grieves the death of

Frances Pearson.

Frances became part of our church family in 1947. She taught Sunday School for over 60 years, served through the WMU and through many different ministries of our church. We extend our love and prayerful support to her nieces and nephews and their families.

We extend our love and prayerful support to:

Ben Cox and family in the death of

his brother-in-law, Fred West;

Edna Westmoreland and family in the death of

her sister, Letha Forrester Howard;

Joanne Kiser and family in the death of

her sister-in-law, Ruby Stallings.

CHURCH-WIDE BIBLE STUDY

This Wednesday, August 12 * 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.

ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL

This Wednesday, August 12 * 6:30 pm

Now is a great time to join the Adult Choir. Rehearsal will not be held on August 19 but will be held each Wednesday beginning August 26.

DIACONATE 2009 – 2010

Please remember each deacon as they seek to serve our Lord through His church in the coming year.

Duane Bailey Zane Orias

Lottie Caldwell Keith Reynolds

                Ted Culbreath Sam Rogers

                Mike Elliott Rex Skinner

Jeff Lanford Ray Smith

John McAbee Curtis Walker

There will be a meeting for the new deacon group Sunday afternoon, August 30. Please remember our deacons as you pray. We express our love and appreciation to Patrick Elliott, Randy Rhodes, Skip Scott and Clark Simpkins, Jr who will complete a three-year term of service this month.

THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS

Remember to pray for students, teachers, and staff as they begin a new school year. Pray that the Lord will provide lots of opportunities for them to share their faith. Pray for their safety as they learn and grow and seek to develop and use the gifts God has blessed them with.

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

Sanctuary Heating and Air Balance: $ 44,398.74

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

For the Work of the Church

In Memory of Larry Thompson

Carolyn Culbreath

Over & Above Offering

In Memory of Isabella Stovall

Buddy & Loretta Burdette

Jessie Smith

Hattie Pattillo

Larry & Penny Gall

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

Preschool 5

Children 25

Youth 20

Adults 104

Total Attendance 154

BUDGET August 9 2009

Needs $ 8,140.00 $ 260,480.00

Offering $ 6,911.02 $ 247,553.27

Over/(Under) ($ 1,228.98) ($ 12,926.73)

DESIGNATED FUNDS August 9

Over and Above Offering $ 191.00

Designated Offerings $ 40.00

Total Designated   $ 231.00

TOTAL $ 7,142.02

FAMILY FUN NIGHT

Next Wednesday, August 19 * 5:15 – 7:30 pm

Join us for lots of family fun as we kick off our fall Wednesday night programs. There will be a Moon Bounce, Slip & Slide, an Obstacle course and a Giant Slide. Wear clothes you won’t mind getting wet and bring a towel. Corndogs, chips and drinks will be provided. Parents are needed and encouraged to be here to have fun with their children. The Church-Wide Bible Study will not be held so that we can be together for this time of outreach and fellowship.

FIRST BAPTIST BLOOD DRIVE

Wednesday, August 19 * 3:00 – 7:00 pm

Come and give the gift of life! Our church is part of a donation plan through the Piedmont Blood Center. Once our participation reaches a certain level it allows our members to receive blood without charge. Donations may be credited to our church at any Piedmont Blood Drive.

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.

HANDBELL CHOIR

Next 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

SALAD AND SANDWICH LUNCHEON

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

First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

Tickets ($6.00) are available in the church office or may be purchased at the door.

Helping Hands Ministries

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.

HISPANIC MINISTRY

Please continue to be in prayer for the Hispanic Ministry in Woodruff. Bible studies are being offered on Sunday afternoons at a home on Allen Bridge Road.

SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS

A Place to Grow and Belong!

Promotion Sunday Assembly

Next Sunday, 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

Beginning Wednesday, August 26

Fellowship Supper, Preschool Choir, Music Makers, Young Musicians, Youth Lighthouse, Mission Friends, GA’s, RA’s, Acteens, Challengers, The Mid-Week Service, and Adult Choir Rehearsal begin meeting each Wednesday. A full schedule and a listing of important dates are available on our church web site: www.woodruff1st.org and in the church office. Pray that the Lord will use each of these activities in a powerful way!

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.

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday 7:00 – 7:30 am

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.

FUNERAL MEAL PREPARATION

We need volunteers to help prepare dishes for funeral meals on a rotating basis. If you would like to help, please contact the church office for information and to sign up.

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.

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 12

6:30 pm Church-Wide Bible Study

6:30 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal

SUNDAY, AUGUST 16

9:45 am Bible Study for All Ages

11:00 am Morning Worship Service

6:00 pm Evening Worship Service

MONDAY, AUGUST 17

11:00 am Helping Hands Salad & Sandwich Luncheon

7:00 pm Martha Lewis Mission Group

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

6:30 pm Chess Club

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 19

3:00 pm Blood Drive

5:00 pm Family Fun Night

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20

6:00 pm Christmas In Action Team Captain’s Meeting

7:00 pm Healing Heart Support Group

SHARING THE MINISTRY

Sunday, August 16

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: J Skinner, S Stribling pm: B & L Abercrombie

Welcome Center: R & K Smith

Ushers:

R Westmoreland, L Craig (f), L Robertson (o) B Lanford (p)

pm: R McAbee, J Skinner

Children’s Worship: K Smith, H Smith, S Thompson

Outreach Notes: M Elliott

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

Sunday School Makes a Difference!

UPSTATE SUNDAY SCHOOL

AND OUTREACH CONFERENCE

Saturday, September 12 * 8:00 am – 12:30 pm

First Baptist Church, Boiling Springs