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

                   July 28, 2010

"Come to Me,

all you who are weary

and burdened, and I

will give you rest."

Matthew 11:28

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                    C. Andrew Shull, Pastor                                                                                              Debra J. Fortner, Secretary

                Robert L. Blanton, Jr., Music Director                                                                             Kay M. Young, Pianist

Kelly R. Smith, Youth & Children's Director                                                          James R. Skinner, Custodian

PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

RESPECT GOD’S HOLINESS

2 Samuel 6:1-15, 17

Morning Worship Service

Celebration of Believer’s Baptism

BALANCE AND PRIORITIES

The Incredible Power that comes from

Resting in the Lord.

Matthew 6:33; 11:28-30

Evening Worship Service & Fellowship

MILTON SMITH & FRIENDS

Ice Cream, Bluegrass and More

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

                    Candice Green, 8-1 Ben Cox, 8-5

                    Gary Chumley, 8-1 Anna Ward, 8-5

                    Rovvie Horsley, 8-1 Susan Cooper, 8-6

                    Mike Patton, 8-3 Rae Smith, 8-7

                    Sally Lloyd, 8-3 Hunter Foster, 8-7

                    Grover Lanford, 8-4 David Ward, 8-7

                    Leigh Blizzard, 8-4

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

We extend our love and prayerful support to

Bobby Blanton and family in the death of his grandmother,

Jocie Marybelle Blanton.

ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL

Choir Rehearsal for this Wednesday has been postponed. The next rehearsal will be Wednesday night, August 11. Please help us get word to everyone about this change in the schedule.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

Each Wednesday * 6:30 pm

YOUTH MISSION GROUPS

Acteens will not be meeting at this week. They will resume their weekly activities next week.

Challengers (Guys in Grades 6-12) will be meeting at the home of Keith, Christine, Chelsea & Connor Reynolds, for swimming & Bible study.

Summer Stewardship

CATCH UP YOUR GIVING!

At present, we are $16,246.41 (an average of $542 a week) behind in giving toward our church budget for the year. God has given us some amazing opportunities and we want to be at our very best for Him. Each area of our church’s ministry needs to be strong and vibrant. Please consider what you can do to help us “catch up” this summer.

Following the Lord in Believer’s Baptism

BILLY RAY BLACK, JR.

JEANELL MARIE BLACK

JASMINE BLACK

August 1, 2010

MILTON SMITH & FRIENDS

Ice Cream, Bluegrass and More

This Sunday, August 1 * 6:00 pm

Plan to be here for a special informal music celebration hosted by Milton Smith. Milton will be joined by many musicians from our church & community. Following the service in the sanctuary we will adjourn to the Fellowship Hall for this summer’s Homemade Ice Cream Fellowship. Everyone is welcome to bring a churn of their favorite Ice Cream to share with others. A great time will be had by all.

OVER AND ABOVE PROJECTS

Fund Balance: $ 87,408.56

Funds that exceed the cost of the Sanctuary Heating and Air Project will be applied to our 7^th OVER and ABOVE project – Kitchen and Fellowship Hall Renovation.

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

Over & Above Offering

In Memory of Johnny Kiser

Tommy & Mary Evelyn Millwood

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

July 25

Preschool 9

Children 13

Youth 10

Adults 102

Total Attendance 134

BUDGET July 25 2010

Needs $ 8,082.50 $ 242,475.00

Offering $ 7,059.58 $ 226,228.59

Over/(Under) ($ 1,022.92) ($ 16,246.41)

DESIGNATED FUNDS July 25

Over & Above Offering $ 76.00

Designated Offerings $ 42.00

Total Designated $ 118.00

TOTAL $ 7,177.58

Woodruff Community Student Impact Weekend

Area Churches are partnering together to send students

back to school on fire for Jesus Christ!

This Friday and Saturday, July 30-31

First Baptist Church

Friday

6:00 pm – Registration * 6:30 pm – Pizza

7:30 pm – Session I

Saturday

10:00 am – Session II * 12:00 pm – Lunch

1:00 pm – Frisbee, Volleyball, and More

5:00 pm – Supper * 6:00 pm – Session III

God has opened the door for David Edwards, a national youth evangelist, to be our speaker this year. His website is www.davetown.com. My Calvary is the band that will be leading our worship. Their website is www.myspace.com/mycalvary. Steve Ramey will be leading separate sessions for parents. RSVP by contacting Kelly Smith. $10.00 covers registration, food and a t-shirt. We have reserved a limited number of t-shirts.

RED CROSS SHELTER TRAINING

Next Saturday, August 7

Hurricane season began on June 1 and runs until Nov. 30. Our church is a designated shelter for the Upstate. WE WANT TO BE READY IN CASE WE ARE CALLED TO HELP. We will need lots of trained volunteers. Two courses will be offered without charge. Sign up through the church office for either or for both.

Shelter Operations * 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Shelter Simulation * 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Our WMU asks that you consider donating school supplies for students in District 4. A list of items needed for each school will be placed in your Sunday School class and on the outside bulletin board. Please bring your items to the church office or call for more information.

WMU TABLE

Have you ever wanted a little something to give somebody to encourage them and to let them know that they are loved? Tracts do this - the right tract for the right person. There are many tracts that do this and also they tell the person how they can belong to Jesus and have eternal life. Tracts are available on the WMU table in the back foyer.

CASUAL SUMMER

Please feel free to dress comfortably.

Invite friends to come with you.

DR. BOBBY MORROW

Pulpit Guest * Next Sunday Morning, August 8

We welcome Dr. M. B. Morrow, Jr to our pulpit. Dr. Morrow served as our pastor from 1968 to 1973. During his ministry here a wonderful revival broke out in our community, especially with the youth. Many of these are now serving in ministry positions. We give thanks for the way the Lord has continued to bless our church and community through Dr. Morrow’s ministry and are delighted to have him return and share with us from God’s word.

CALLED CHURCH CONFERENCE

For the Purpose of Electing Deacons

Next Sunday Morning, August 8

At the beginning of our worship service next Sunday morning, the church will be called into conference for the purpose of electing people to serve in our deacon ministry. Be praying for those who are considering allowing their names to be placed before the church. We hope to list those who have agreed to serve, if elected, in this Sunday’s bulletin.

SOUL SHAPING:

Disciplines that Conform You to the Image of Christ

Next Sunday Night, August 8 * 6:00 pm

Fellowship Hall

FROM BUSINESS TO FOCUS

Barbara Brown Taylor writes, “It does seem to me that at least some of us have made an idol of exhaustion. The only time we know we have done enough is when we are running on empty and when the ones we love most are the ones we see least. When we lie down to sleep at night, we offer our full appointment calendars to God in lieu of prayer, believing that God – who is as busy as we are – will surely understand.”

Our study next Sunday will focus on practices that help believers maintain focus - unplugging, silence, solitude, and rest. All are welcome!

If you would like to - bring treats or snacks with you to share. We will provide the lemonade and coffee.

SCHOOL YEAR WEDNESDAY NIGHTS

Saddle Ridge Ranch:

Saddle Up! Partner Up! Hit the Trail!

If you are interested in helping on Wednesday nights for the 2010-2011school year, please call the church office.

Fall Family Fun Night – August 18

Regular Programs Begin – August 25

EXERCISE CLASSES

Tuesdays & Thursdays * 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Prayer Meeting Room

Patricia Margarita is leading the class. Registration is $4.00 per month. Sign up through the church office.

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

WOODRUFF SENIORS LUNCHEON

Monday, August 2, 11:30 am

Bellview Baptist Church

Rev. and Mrs. Richard Hanks will present a “Honeybee Demonstration” “Bee” a “honey” and show up with your favorite dishes and join in on the fun and fellowship.

EMMA GRAY REVIVAL

August 29-31 * 6:00 pm

Emma Gray Memorial United Methodist Church

D. J. Horton, pastor of Anderson Mill Road Baptist Church will be preaching. All are welcome!

CHESS CLUB

Each Tuesday * 6:30 pm * All are Welcome!

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, JULY 28

6:00 pm Challengers at the Reynolds’

6:30 pm Wednesday Night Bible Study

7:30 pm Property Committee

THURSDAY, JULY 29

4:30 pm Exercise Class

FRIDAY, JULY 30

6:00 pm IGNITE Student Conference Registration

6:30 pm IGNITE Student Conference – Pizza

7:30 pm IGNITE Student Conference Session I

SATURDAY, JULY 31

10:00 am IGNITE Student Conference Session II

12:00 pm IGNITE Student Conference Lunch

1:00 pm IGNITE Student Conference Recreation

5:00 pm IGNITE Student Conference Supper

6:00 pm IGNITE Student Conference Session III

SUNDAY, AUGUST 1

9:00 am Handbell Rehearsal

9:45 am Bible Study for All Ages

11:00 am Morning Worship Service

4:00 pm Diaconate Meeting

6:00 pm Evening Worship Service

7:00 pm Home Made Ice Cream Fellowship

TUESDAY, AUGUST 3

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

4:30 pm Exercise Class

6:30 pm Chess Club

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4

6:00 pm Acteens at Three Pines Pool

6:00 pm Challengers at the Reynolds’

6:30 pm Wednesday Night Bible Study

THURSDAY, AUGUST 5

4:30 pm Exercise Class

SATURDAY, AUGUST 7

9:00 am Red Cross Shelter Training – Operations

1:00 pm Red Cross Shelter Training - Simulation

SHARING THE MINISTRY

August 1

Greeters:

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

Counting Team: R Smith, J & M Ward

Welcome Center: T & T Sumner Sound: S Rogers

Outreach Notes: L Caldwell B P Screening: J Bowie

Nursery: K Simpkins, H Smith pm: G Nash, L Reynolds

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

pm: S Scott, J Skinner

Children’s Worship: K Smith, Connor R, C Hughes

Have You Ordered Your

FBC NAME BADGE?

The badges are $10.00. Order it through your class, the church office or by marking an offering envelope.