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

June 24, 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

CONFIDENTLY VICTORIOUS

1 John 5:12-21

Morning Worship Service

BATTLE FOR THE HEART

Galatians 6:12; Romans 7:18-20;

Colossians 3:9-10; Proverbs 4:23

Evening Worship Service

CHOOSE GOD!

Deuteronomy 30:15-20

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Bobby Abercrombie, 6-29 Laura Reynolds, 7-2

Lucille McMahan, 6-30 Levi Redmond, 7-4

Mary Ann Cooper, 7-1 Eddie Neal, 7-4

David Skinner, 7-4

CONGRATULATIONS!

We celebrate with John and Marcia Ward in the birth of their son, Harrison Charles Ward. Harrison was born on June 19, weighed 8 lbs 2 oz and was 19 inches long. He is the brother of David Ward, the grandson of Mike and Iris Elliott, and the nephew of Patrick and Heather Elliott.

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

We extend our love and prayerful support to:

Ray Smith and family in the death of his

brother in law, Reuben Paige;

Kate Hames and Wanda Lanford and their families

in the death of Kate’s brother, Wanda’s uncle,

Atlee Crooke.

MID-WEEK SERVICE

Wednesdays * 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.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

July 27 – 31 * 9:00 am – 12:00 pm * Age 3 – Grade 5

Parents please mark your calendars and get ready for an incredible week! Contact the church office if you would like to help in this year’s VBS.

DEACON NOMINATIONS

Please be prayerful about who you would nominate to serve our church through the deacon ministry. Each member has the opportunity to nominate up to 4 people to serve for the 2009-2012 ministry term. Forms are available in the church office and can be accepted until Sunday, July 12.

Independence Weekend

SKINNER’S BBQ CHICKEN & PORK

Sunday, July 5 * 12:00 pm

Join us for Skinner’s BBQ Chicken & Pork accompanied by baked beans, potato salad, coleslaw, rolls, tea, lemonade & assorted desserts. If you are interested in donating a dessert, please contact the church office. Hot dog plates (hot dog, chips, & drink) will also be available. Tickets are $7.00 for a BBQ plate and $2.00 for a hot dog plate and can be purchased in advance through the church office.

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

Sanctuary Heating and Air Balance: $ 42,480.74

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

For the Work of the Church

In Memory of Justin Philbeck

JoAnn Laster

Isabel Lanford

Dana Grant

Jeff and Doniece Lanford

Over & Above Offering

In Memory of Justin Philbeck

The Isaac Sunday School Class

Walter and Linda Garrett

Paul, Wanda, & Brad Lanford

In Memory of Ann Wood

Walter and Linda Garrett

In Memory of Carl Huckaby

Mr. and Mrs. Roger Culbreth

Tommy and Joanne Westmoreland

David Kennedy

Wilbur & Ruth Kennedy

Mary Lee and George Robinson

Betty & Roy Neal

Don & Judy Kennedy

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

Preschool 2

Children 19

Youth 11

Ext SS 5

Adults 107

Total Attendance 144

BUDGET June 21 2009

Needs $ 8,140.00 $203,500.00

Offering $ 6,335.27 $193,768.62

Over/(Under) ( $ 1,804.73 ) ( $ 9,731.38 )

DESIGNATED FUNDS June 21

Over and Above Offering $ 396.00

Janie Chapman Offering $ 20.00

Designated Offering $ 67.38

Total Designated $ 483.38

TOTAL $ 6,818.65

JUNE ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL

This Wednesday, June 24 * 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Come and join the Adult Choir! Rehearsals in the summer will be held monthly. Enjoy great fellowship, refreshments and singing. All are welcome!

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

Fall Family Fun Night – August 19

Regular Programs Begin – August 26

We are getting ready for the new school year. Over the years, we have been able to reach many children, young people and families through these efforts. It takes a lot of committed people for our church to be able to provide all of the different ministries that are offered during the school year. We are grateful for each one who has volunteered their time, energy, patience and talent. If you are interested in helping on Wednesday nights for the 2009-2010 school year, please call the church office.

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

The Health Ministry Team keeps a closet of equipment that is available to be loaned out when needed. At present we have: an electric hospital bed, bedside commodes, shower chairs, an oxygen concentrator, adult crutches, walkers (quad cane, stationary, folding & with wheels), & wheelchairs. Let us know if you need to borrow any of these items. The Health Ministry Team can also assist if glucose meters or other equipment is needed.

OPERATION BLOOD DRIVE

This Thursday, June 25 * 2:00 – 8:00 pm

Woodruff Bi-Lo

45 minutes = 1 unit = potentially saving 3 lives.

If you missed the recent blood drive at our church, you can donate this Thursday at the Woodruff Bi-Lo. 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.

WOODRUFF AREA SOUP KITCHEN

The soup kitchen serves between 30 to 50 people a day, five days a week. They are presently in need of volunteers, monetary support, divided plates, plastic cutlery, carry out boxes, Ziploc bags, small plates, bowls, foil, paper towels, cups, dish washing soap, liquid cleaners, hand sanitizer, cleaning wipes, plastic gloves, sweet pickle relish, salt and pepper, ketchup, spaghetti sauce, cheese sauce, cream soups, tea, sugar, soft drinks, and juice.

WITH LOVE AND APPRECIATION FOR

BOBBY BLANTON

We give thanks to God for Bobby and for his ministry through music. He will complete his 9th year of service this week as our Music Director. He began serving with us on June 25, 2000. In addition to his responsibilities with the Adult Choir, worship planning, leading our congregational worship, musicals and other special events, Bobby works with the Quartet and the Praise Team who have touched our hearts in many ways. We have been richly blessed through his gifts and abilities and are so grateful that he, Carla, Christopher and Jonathan are part of our family. Pray for the Blantons daily as they seek to faithfully live out God’s call in their lives.

WELCOME REVEREND DILL

We welcome Reverend Amy Dill to the Woodruff Community. She is the new pastor of the Emma Gray Memorial United Methodist Church. Please pray for her as she begins her ministry in our community.

IGNITE 2009

Real Passion. Real Change. Real Life.

Woodruff Community Student Impact Weekend

August 7-8 * First Baptist Church

Featuring: Mark Shelley and Common Destiny

WORLD CHANGERS MISSION TRIP

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania * July 10-19

Please be in prayer for… Amanda Abercrombie, Todd Anderson, Ben Bailey, Lindsey Craig, Cassie Fortner, Mindy Fortner, Hannah Orias, Matthew Orias, Zane Orias, Chelsea Reynolds, Keith Reynolds, Trey Richards, Bobby Scott, Andrew Shull, Luke Simmons, Amy Simpkins, Kelly Smith, Paige Sumner and Josh Turner as they prepare to serve in Pennsylvania this summer.

COLLEGE MINISTRY

We would love to have a current address for each of our college students. Please call us or email us with contact information for the new school year. Each student will be listed on our weekly prayer sheets on a rotating basis.

EXTENDED SUNDAY SCHOOL

Each month Sunday School Teachers visit in homes, teach the Sunday School lesson and bring materials for Christian Growth to those in our congregation who are not able to attend Sunday School on Sunday mornings. If you or someone you love would like to receive these monthly visits, please call the church office.

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. Thanks!

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

THANKS

Dear Church Family, Thank you so much for the Bible, the gifts and the fantastic lunch. It means a lot to me to have such a loving church family. Also, thank you all for the love and support over the past few years. Please continue to pray for me as I move on to the next chapter in my life this fall at Newberry College. I love you all, Bobby Scott

Dear Pastor Shull & Church Family, We would like to thank all of you for your prayers and visits. Justin was truly loved by so many. We also want to thank the ladies of our church that prepared such a wonderful meal for us. Words can never fully express how much we appreciate the wonderful support we have been shown since Justin’s passing. We are truly blessed to have such a loving and caring pastor and church family. Thank you all!

Jennifer, Terry, Joshua, Rebecca, Melanie, Kayla, and Patty

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24

6:00 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal

6:30 pm Mid-Week Service

SUNDAY, JUNE 28

9:45 am Bible Study for All Ages

11:00 am Morning Worship Service

4:30 pm Diaconate Meeting

6:00 pm Evening Worship Service

TUESDAY, JUNE 30

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

6:30 pm Chess Club

WEDNESDAY, JULY 1

6:30 pm Mid-Week Service

FRIDAY, JULY 3

Church Office Closed

SHARING THE MINISTRY

Sunday, June 28

Greeters: S Scott, C Walker (f), C Simpkins, Jr (o), P Elliott (p)

Counting Team: T Culbreath, H & J Woodfin

Sound Booth: S Scott B P Screening: K Fowler

Nursery: K Simpkins, R Horsley pm: L Rhodes, E O’Hara

Welcome Center: R & MR McAbee

Ushers:

C Simpkins, Sr, T Foster (f), M Green (o), L Fowler (p)

pm: M Elliott, P Elliott

Children’s Worship: L Orias, H Orias, S Hix

Outreach Notes: E Bryson

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday morning from 7:00 – 7:30

All are welcome!

CASUAL SUMMER

Memorial Day to Labor Day

Please feel free to dress comfortably.

Invite friends to come with you.

2009 FLOWER CALENDAR

Call or come by the church office to reserve the Sunday you would like to put flowers in the sanctuary in 2009.

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

Cards are available in the office and in the Health Ministry room for you to record telephone numbers that could be used to contact your family in case of emergency. The completed cards will be kept in a file in the church office. On the back of the card is a place that gives you the option to record health information.

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.