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

October 28, 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

LIVE YOUR FAITH

James 1:19-25; 2:14, 18-26

DO YOU KNOW HIS NAME?

The Old Testament Scriptures contain many names for God. Each name reveals different aspects of His character and care for us and brings significance and greater meaning to our relationship with Him. Join us as we approach God with a renewed desire to know Him, to love Him, to worship Him, to serve Him and to make Him known.

Morning Worship Service

YAHWEH TSIDQENU

The LORD our Righteousness

Jeremiah 23:6

Covered Dish Fellowship Luncheon

Evening Worship Service

EL OLAM

The Eternal, Everlasting God

Genesis 21:32-33

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

                 Bryan Lloyd, 11-1     Christina Green, 11-2

                 Judy Cooper, 11-1 Henry Casey, 11-3

                 Susan Culbreath, 11-1 Chrisy Thompson, 11-4

                 Evelyn Bryson, 11-2     Tommie Jo McAbee, 11-5

                 Whitney Horn, 11-2     Clark Simpkins, Sr, 11-5

                James Talanges, 11-2       Amanda Weaver, 11-6

                Austin Weathers, 11-2 Tammy Sumner, 11-7

                Connor McTeer, 11-2     Molly Grayson Lawson, 11-7

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

Our church family grieves the death of Mildred Owings. We express our love and prayerful support to her son, Carroll, and family. Mildred became part of our church family in 1986.

CHURCH-WIDE BIBLE STUDY

Wednesday, October 28 * 6:30 pm

Join us on Wednesday for a great time of Bible study!

2010 MINISTRY SUPPORT BUDGET

The Proposed 2010 Ministry Support Budget will be presented for discussion at our Church Conference Sunday evening, Nov. 8. We will vote on the budget on Sunday morning, Nov. 15. Copies will be available in the church office on Wednesday, Nov. 4.

GIVE CHEERFULLY!

Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7 We have been blessed to be a blessing!

FALL COVERED-DISH FELLOWSHIP

This Sunday, November 1

After the Morning Worship Service

Join in this great time of fellowship, gathering around the tables as a family of faith. Be thinking now about what you would like to bring.

CATCH UP SUNDAY – NOVEMBER 8

We have fallen behind budget and are struggling to have the funds necessary to meet many of our obligations. Your help is needed for us to be able to get back on course & continue our church’s ministries. Please prayerfully consider how you can help as we seek to “catch up” our tithes and offerings.

Janie Chapman Offering For

STATE MISSIONS

Goal: $2,000.00 Received to Date: $1,590.50

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

Sanctuary Heating and Air

Over and Above Fund Balance: $ 47,188.81

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

For the Work of the Church

In Memory of Edna Burrell

Gail Fowler

Over & Above Offering

In Memory of Edna Burrell

Jessie Smith

In Memory of Diane Lee

In Memory of Justin Philbeck

In Memory of Frances Pearson

In Memory of Isabella Stovall

In Memory of Elaine Huckaby

Gary & Dayna Chumley

Christmas Banners In Memory of Diane Lee

Bob & Julia Howard

Health Ministry In Memory of Joe Clark

Mark &Kathy Soza

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

Preschool 6

Children 19

Youth 19

Adults 113

Total Attendance 157

BUDGET October 25 2009

Needs $ 8,140.00 $ 350,020.00

Offering $ 7,455.70 $ 325,806.85

Over/(Under) ($ 684.30) ($ 24,213.15)

DESIGNATED FUNDS October 25

Over and Above Offering $ 345.00

Janie Chapman Offering $ 60.00

Designated Offerings $1,354.24

Total Designated $1,759.24

TOTAL $ 9,214.94

TRUNK OR TREAT

Saturday, October 31

6:00 – 7:00 pm

FBC Front Parking Lot

We would love for children and parents to make our church the first stop on their Trick or Treating route. The front parking lot will be set up for children to receive candy & prizes. Those who are giving out candy need to be here by 5:45 pm.

Woodruff Baptist Association

SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON

Monday, Nov. 2 * 11:30 am * Antioch Baptist Church

Program: Lonnie and Andrew Shull

WINTER YOUTH RETREAT

Strength to Stand Conference

January 16 – 18, 2010 * Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

The cost of $150 includes Conference Registration, Toby Mac Concert, Lodging at The New Stone Hill Lodge, Transportation, T-shirt, and The New Indoor Water Park. Sign up by paying a deposit of $50.00 by this Wednesday, October 28. Discounts will be given to chaperones and to families with more than one youth. See Kelly Smith for more information.

WOFFORD VS. SAMFORD

Saturday, November 14  *  9:30 am

The Challengers are heading out to see some college football.  $13.00 includes the ticket and tailgating. See Keith Reynolds before November 4 to sign up.

FCA BREAKFAST

Friday, November 6 * 7:00 am * First Baptist Church

The Woodruff High School Fellowship of Christian Athletes will be meeting at our church for breakfast and a worship rally. All high school youth are invited and encouraged to take part.

COMMUNITY

THANKSGIVING SERVICES

Emma Gray Memorial United Methodist Church

Sunday, November 22 * 7:00 pm

Selma Baptist Church

Tuesday, November 24 * 7:00 pm

WHAT IS IMPORTANT?

Challenging economic times not only give us the opportunity for a greater trust & dependence on God but they force us to choose which things in life are truly important to us. God is faithful! He has blessed us continually though His church. We want to continue to be a blessing to others. Your help is needed. Pray about what you can give to support the Lord’s work through His church. “Seek first His Kingdom…” Matthew 6:33

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, November 4 * 11:45 am

Join us for great food and fellowship!

Our November program guest will be: Jane Robelot

Hosts and Hostesses: Bill and Shelba Scott,

Carolyn Osborne, Katherine Patton

Devotional: Rex Skinner

All are welcome!

Show Your Support for

HELPING HANDS MINISTRIES

You are invited to the Annual Meeting

Thursday, November 5 * 6:30 pm

Fellowship Hall, First Baptist Church, Woodruff

Join us for Hamburgers, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Dessert, Drinks, and Door Prizes. Helping Hands Ministries is needed more today than at any time in its history. Tickets are $5.00 and may be purchased from Lisa Abercrombie, Richard McAbee, Andrew Shull, Koojse Smith or the church office. Proceeds will be used to help those who are in need in the Woodruff Community.

WOODRUFF AREA UPWARD

Basketball and Cheerleading

Boys and Girls K5 – Grade 5 * Bellview Baptist Church

Evaluations & orientation will be held between 6:00 pm & 8:00 pm on Nov. 3 & 5. Registration forms are available in our church office. Coaches and volunteers are needed.

Baptist Women’s

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

Monday, November 2 * Offering Goal $500.00

10:00 am – FBC Chesnee (Refreshments following)

7:00 pm – River Hills BC (Refreshments following)

Come and bring friends with you!

FIRST BAPTIST BLOOD DRIVE

Wednesday, November 11 * 3:00 – 7:00 pm

Come and give the gift of life!

OPERATION: CHRISTMAS CHILD

Share joy & hope with a needy child in a troubled country this Christmas. Information flyers and boxes are available in the back foyer. The filled shoe boxes need to be brought to the church on or before Sunday, November 15. www.samaritanspurse.org

THANKSGIVING OUTREACH MEAL

Wednesday, November 25

Each year we prepare a Thanksgiving Meal for the people of our community. We do this especially for those who are in need. Would you consider donating a turkey? Sign up if you would like to help in the kitchen that day, help deliver meals, or make desserts/cornbread. Join in this wonderful ministry.

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

GOD MULTIPLIES

When we make our “loaves and fish” available to God, He blesses them, multiplies them and uses them in incredible ways. We each have the opportunity to glorify God by placing what we have, no matter how small, in His hands. Trust God with your “loaves and fish.” He will use them in powerful ways.

THANKS!

Dear Brethren, I praise God for each of you. Thank you for your continual prayers. What a blessing you are to me. May the Lord continue to bless your church. In Christ, Dan Urguhart, U S Army Chaplain

Perhaps you sent a lovely card, or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a funeral spray. If so we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words, as any friend could say; Perhaps you were not there at all. Just thought of us that day. Whatever you did to console our hearts, we thank you so much whatever the part. By the family of Diane Lee

DAYLIGHT SAVING ENDS!

Remember to set your clocks

back 1 hour this Saturday!

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28

5:15 pm Fellowship Supper

5:40 pm Preschool and Children’s Choir, Youth Lighthouse

6:30 pm Church-Wide Bible Study, Adult Choir,

Mission Friends, GA’s, RA’s, Challengers, Acteens

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31

6:00 pm Trunk or Treat, FBC Front Parking Lot

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1

9:00 am Handbell Practice

9:45 am Bible Study for All Ages

11:00 am Morning Worship Service

12:00 pm Covered Dish Fellowship

4:00 pm Diaconate Meeting

6:00 pm Evening Worship Service

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2

11:30 am WBA Senior Adults - Antioch

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

6:30 pm Chess Club

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4

11:45 am Golden Age Fellowship

5:15 pm Fellowship Supper

5:40 pm Preschool and Children’s Choir, Youth Lighthouse

6:30 pm Church-Wide Bible Study, Adult Choir,

Mission Friends, GA’s, RA’s, Challengers, Acteens

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5

6:30 pm Helping Hands Annual Meeting – Fellowship Hall

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6

7:00 am WHS FCA Breakfast – Fellowship Hall

SHARING THE MINISTRY

Sunday, November 1

Greeters: J McAbee, S Rogers (f), C Walker (o), T Culbreath (p)

Counting Team: R Skinner, W & L Garrett

Sound Booth: S Rogers B P Screening: K Fowler

Nursery: C Craig, L Reynolds, K Simpkins

pm: B & L Abercrombie

Welcome Center: T & T Sumner

Ushers: K Schlock, S Rogers (f), K Reynolds (o), B Scott (p) pm: S Scott, J Skinner

Children’s Worship: L Orias, R Wilson, J Turner

Outreach Notes: A Shull

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, October 28 * 5:15 pm

Hot Dogs, Chips, Cookies, Tea Cost: $2.00

NOVEMBER CHURCH CONFERENCE

Sunday, November 8 * After the Evening Service

If your group or committee would like to be included in the printed reports, please bring your information to the church office on or before Wednesday, November 4.