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 30, 2010

A Patriotic Musical

Presented by the Adult Choir

This Sunday, July 4

11:00 am

There will be a special recognition

of our military.

Everyone is welcome! 

Bring your friends!

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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

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PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

July 4, 2010

Sunday School

THE POWER OF CHOICE

1 Samuel 13:8-14; 16:6-13

Worship Service

HOMELAND

Presented by the Adult Choir

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July 11, 2010

Sunday School

THE POWER OF COURAGE

1 Samuel 17:8-11; 32-39, 45-47

Morning Worship Service

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper

ENJOYING GOD!

Psalm 16:11; Philippians 4:4

Evening Bible Study

SOUL SHAPING:

Disciplines that Conform You

to the Image of Christ

July Church Conference

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

                            Judy Davidson, 7-5 Nelle Waddell, 7-11

                            John Cannon, 7-5        Barbara Holland, 7-12

                            Jennifer Davis, 7-6 Terry Davis, 7-13

                            Kayla Philbeck, 7-7 Katie Morgan, 7-14

                            JoAnne Westmoreland, 7-8    Vesta Simmons, 7-17

                            Angie Watson, 7-8  Courtney Robertson, 7-17

                            Amy Simpkins, 7-8

JULY CHURCH CONFERENCE

Sunday, July 11, after Bible Study

If your group or committee would like to be included in the printed reports, please turn your information in before Wednesday, July 7.

OVER AND ABOVE PROJECTS

Fund Balance: $ 86,880.38

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.

DEACON NOMINATIONS

Each member has the opportunity to nominate up to 4 people to serve for the 2010-2013 deacon ministry term. Forms are available in the church office and can be accepted until next Sunday, July 11.

HOMELAND

This Sunday, July 4 * 11:00 am

Presented by the Adult Choir

Join us for this wonderful, inspiring and patriotic musical celebration. Invite your family & friends!

PICTURES OF VETERANS

For July 4^th

We would love to show pictures of our Veterans during the “pre-service” on July 4^th. If you would like to be included, please bring a picture from your time of service by the church office (or email it to us) by Thursday, July 1^st. We will scan the picture and give it back to you. Please include the years and your branch of service.

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

For the Work of the Church

In Honor of Elizabeth Segars

DJ & Elaine O’Hara

In Memory of Frances Pearson

Grace Carver

Over & Above Offering

In Memory of Steve Stephens

Telewene, Tom, Lewis, Cathy & Wallace

In Memory of John Kiser

Perry & Sara Ouzts

Ruby Waddell

Bill & Martha Jean Lanford

Isabel Lanford & Joann Laster

Kitchen Fund

In Honor of Sara Mudge’s 90^th Birthday

Kent & Tommie Jo McAbee

In Memory of John Kiser

Kent & Tommie Jo McAbee

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

June 27

Preschool 4

Children 16

Youth 11

Adults 95

Total Attendance 126

BUDGET June 27 2010

Needs $ 8,082.50 $ 210,145.00

Offering $ 4,962.92 $ 194,315.22

Over/(Under) ($ 3,119.58) ($ 15,829.78)

DESIGNATED FUNDS June 27

Over & Above Offering $ 150.00

Janie Chapman Offering $ 20.00

Designated Offerings $ 2,263.62

Total Designated        $ 2,433.62

TOTAL $ 7,396.54

McCALL RA CAMP

Pray for Michael Jacobi, Shane Jacobi, Dylan Phillips, Dawson Skinner, Dillon Stone and Seth Workman as they take part in the Royal Ambassador “Lad” Camp, July 5-7.

SOUL SHAPING:

Disciplines that Conform You to the Image of Christ

Second Sunday Nights * 6:00 pm

Fellowship Hall

Spiritual disciplines are tools God uses to shape you into the image of Christ. Soul Shaping introduces you to small acts of faith and devotion you can build into the normal routine of your life. These disciplines will allow you to remain in God’s presence so that He can teach you, change your heart, and align your will with His. As He brings out the colors of His character in you and shapes you for His purposes, you will see your life flow in a beautiful new direction.

July 11 – From Consumerism to Intimacy

Arthur Burns was chair of the Federal Reserve, ambassador to West Germany and an advisor to presidents from Eisenhower to Reagan. He began attending an informal White House prayer meeting during the ‘70’s. One week a person who was unaware that Burns was Jewish called on him for the closing prayer. He prayed, “Lord, I pray that You would bring Jews to know Jesus Christ. I pray that You would bring Muslims to know Jesus Christ. Finally, Lord, I pray that You would bring Christians to know Jesus Christ.”

Our study on July 11 will focus on practices that help Christians “know Jesus Christ” like - heartfelt prayer, meditation, and celebrating God’s presence

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

Helping Hands Ministries

SUPER SATURDAY

July 17 * 7:30 am – 2:00 pm

West End Baptist Church Family Life Center

The event will include a country store, plant/produce sale, silent auction, yard sale, children’s activities, entertainment, bake sale, health screening, breakfast, lunch and more to raise money to help those in need in our community. Contact Lisa Abercrombie if you have items you wish to donate or if you would like to help.

HEALING HEART

Grief Support Group

3^RD Thursday * Church Library * 7:00 pm

The group is open to all who have suffered a loss.

CHESS CLUB

Beginning July 6 * Each Tuesday * 6:30 pm

Come learn how to play chess or just enjoy some healthy competition. Contact Phil Wood for more information.

WORLD CHANGERS MISSION TRIP

Franklin, North Carolina * July 19-24

Please be in prayer for… Amanda Abercrombie, Christopher Abercrombie, Cassie Fortner, Mindy Fortner, Sara Hix, Colt Hughes, Hannah Orias, Chelsea Reynolds, Keith Reynolds, Andrew Shull, Kelly Smith, and Paige Sumner as they prepare to serve in Franklin. They will be joining with youth & adults from all over the country to work on homes & to share the good news of Jesus Christ. If you would like to write cards of encouragement, you may give them to Kelly or Andrew to distribute during the week or they may be mailed (the week prior) to:

World Changers, (Participant’s Name), FBC, Woodruff

Macon Middle School

1345 Wells Grove Road, Franklin, NC 28734

E-Couragrams may be sent by email while the group is in Franklin. Go to www.world-changers.net and click the “student: tab, “send E-Couragram” and “Franklin, NC.”

IGNITE 2010

Woodruff Community Student Impact Weekend

Area Churches are partnering together to send students

back to school on fire for Jesus Christ!

Session 1 – Friday, July 30 – 7:30 pm

Session 2 – Saturday, July 31 – 10:00 am

Session 3 – Saturday, July 31 – 6:00 pm

First Baptist Church

Worship Leaders: Dave Edwards and My Calvary

Special Sessions for Parents led by Steve Ramey

CHALLENGERS

A Mission Group for Guys in Grades 6-12

July 7, 14, 28; August 4 * 6:00 – 7:30 pm

The Challengers will be meeting at the home of Keith, Christine, Chelsea & Connor Reynolds, 750 Cavins Road. There will be time for food, fellowship, swimming and a devotional lesson.

RED CROSS SHELTER TRAINING

Saturday, August 7 * First Baptist Church

Sign up through the church office for:

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

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

WMU LEADERSHIP TRAINING

August 9 * 6:45 pm * Morningside Baptist Church

THE WORSHIP SUMMIT

Inspiration and training for Church Music Ministry.

August 20-21 * White Oak Conference Center

GROWING IN CHRIST

Upstate Sunday School & Small Group Conference

Saturday, August 28 * 8:00 am – 12:15 pm

Anderson Mill Road Baptist Church

Our Church Office will be closed on

Monday, July 5th

in celebration of Independence Day!

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

SHARING THE MINISTRY

Greeters: S Rogers, R Smith (f), J Lanford (o), M Elliott (p)

Counting Team: Z Orias, L Burdette, D Chumley

Sound: R Smith

SUNDAY, JULY 4

Outreach Notes: A Shull B P Screening: K Morgan

Nursery: T & V Bailey, G Nash

Welcome Center: T & T Sumner

Ushers:

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

Children’s Worship: W Lawson, C Fortner, P Sumner

SUNDAY, JULY 11

Outreach Notes: S Walker B P Screening: S Culbreath

Nursery: am: A & J Turner, L Burdette

pm: J Waddell, C Osborne

Welcome Center: J Granger, J Harrill

Ushers:

D Bailey, J Lanford (f), L Robertson (o), B Lanford (p)

Children’s Worship: K Smith, Connor R, B Bailey

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30

6:30 pm Bible Study

6:30 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal - Sanctuary

THURSDAY, JULY 1

4:00 pm Exercise Class

SUNDAY, JULY 4

9:45 am Bible Study for All Ages

11:00 am Worship Service - HOMELAND

MONDAY, JULY 5

Office Closed – Happy 4^th of July

7:30 am RA’s Leave for Lad Camp

TUESDAY, JULY 6

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

4:00 pm Exercise Class

6:30 pm Chess Club

WEDNESDAY, JULY 7

6:00 pm Challengers at the Reynolds’

6:30 pm Bible Study

THURSDAY, JULY 8

4:00 pm Exercise Class

SUNDAY, JULY 11

9:45 am Bible Study for All Ages

11:00 am Morning Worship Service

4:30 pm Diaconate Meeting

6:00 pm Bible Study: Soul Shaping – Fellowship Hall

7:00 pm Church Conference

TUESDAY, JULY 13

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

4:00 pm Exercise Class

WEDNESDAY, JULY 14

6:00 pm Challengers at the Reynolds’

6:30 pm Bible Study

THURSDAY, JULY 15

4:00 pm Exercise Class

7:00 pm Healing Heart Grief Support Group

SATURDAY, JULY 16

8:00 am Helping Hands Super Saturday – West End

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. The Encourager will not be published next week. The next edition will be Wednesday, July 13, 2010.

CASUAL SUMMER

Please feel free to dress comfortably.

Invite friends to come with you.

THANKS!

Woodruff First Baptist, I wanted to thank you so very much for the generous donation to Safe Haven. It was truly a blessing and could not have come at a better time. Sincerely, Inga Norris, Executive Director