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 27, 2010

Light Overcomes Darkness!

Shine the Light of Christ!

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C. Andrew Shull, Pastor                                                                                                 Carol R. Morgan, Secretary

Kelly R. Smith, Youth & Children's Director                                                                        Kay M. Young, Pianist 

Robert L. Blanton, Jr., Music Director                                                                       James R. Skinner, Custodian

PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

MAKING SENSE OF FAITH

Romans 4:1-3, 23-25; 10:9-13

Hebrews 12:1-2

Morning Worship Service

FROM THE DARKNESS TO THE LIGHT:

Celebrating the Victory of Christ!

John 16:33; Romans 16:20; Ephesians 5:8

Evening Worship Service

GOD IS BIGGER THAN THE BOOGIE MAN

And Greater Than All Our Problems!

1 Samuel 17; Matthew 8:2-3; Acts 16:16-40

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Stan Hix, 10-31 Melanie Garner, 10-31

Taelor McMahan, 10-31 Bryan Lloyd, 11-01

Susan Culbreath, 11-01 Judy Cooper, 11-01

Evelyn Bryson, 11-02      Whitney Horn, 11-02

James Talanges, 11-02 Connor McTeer, 11-02

Christina Green, 11-02 Henry Casey, 11-03

Chrisy Thompson, 11-04 Scott O’Shields, 11-05

Tommie Jo McAbee, 11-05 Clark Simpkins, Sr, 11-05

Amanda Weaver, 11-06

CHESS CLUB

Each Thursday * 6:30 pm

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

TINY TOTS & TUNES

Each Tuesday * 10:00 – 10:45 am

18 Month Olds to Age 3

This parent/child interactive class is a place to wiggle, giggle, and learn about God! Contact Marcia Ward, 670-9295 to register and for more information.

GOOD NEWS CLUB

Wednesdays * Woodruff Primary School

Thursdays * Woodruff Elementary School

Volunteers are needed to help work with children at the afterschool Bible clubs. The activity time includes songs, Scripture memory, Bible story, games & a clear presentation of the Gospel. If you can help, please call 574-0236 or Arlene Berry at West End Baptist Church. The clubs meet from 2:00 – 4:00 pm.

HEALING HEART

Grief Support Group

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

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

TRUNK OR TREAT

This Saturday, October 30

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. A portion of the front parking lot will be set up for children to receive candy & prizes. Those who would like to give out candy are encouraged to call the church office & sign up so that we can reserve a parking space for you.

Baptist Women’s

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

This Monday, November 1

10:00 am – Cedar Spring Baptist Church

7:00 pm – Piedmont Baptist Church

Come and bring friends with you!

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday * 7:00 – 7:30 am * All are welcome!

OVER AND ABOVE

Kitchen and Fellowship Hall Renovation

Fund Balance: $10,193.67

JANIE CHAPMAN OFFERING

For Missions in South Carolina

Given to Date: $1,283.21

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

Janie Chapman Offering

In Honor of Rev. Andrew Shull

Mark and Kathy Soza

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

October 24

Nursery 6

Children 18

Youth 12

Adults 111

Total Attendance 147

BUDGET October 24 2010

Needs $ 8,082.50 $ 347,547.50

Offering $ 7,784.50 $ 319,606.55

Over/(Under) ($ 298.00) ($ 27,940.95)

DESIGNATED FUNDS October 24

Senior Adult Trip $ 705.00

Youth Trips $ 922.00

Over & Above $ 78.00

Thanksgiving Meal $ 20.00

State Missions Offering $ 20.00

Budget Designated Offerings $ 1,087.00

Total Designated $ 2,832.00

TOTAL $10,616.50

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Next Wednesday, November 3 * 11:45 am

Join us for great food and fellowship!

Our program guests will be: COMMON DESTINY

Brad Phillips, Josh & Kerry Epting, Jay Phillips

Hosts and Hostesses: Bill & Shelba Scott,

Carolyn Osborne, Katherine Patton

Devotional: Rex Skinner

Show Your Support for

HELPING HANDS MINISTRIES

You are invited to the Annual Meeting

Thursday, November 4 * 6:30 pm

Fellowship Hall, First Baptist Church, Woodruff

Join us for great food & entertainment. Tickets are $6.00 and are available in the church office or from Lisa Abercrombie, Richard McAbee, or Koosje Smith.

4^th ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR

Sponsored by the Women of Woodruff

Saturday, November 6 * 9:30 am – 2:00 pm

First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

Tents will be set up with items for holidays, white elephant, kitchen, infant & children, bakery, frozen soups, silent auction and chow-chow. Soups and sandwiches will be served between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm. Proceeds will benefit the Woodruff Community Center.

2011 MINISTRY SUPPORT BUDGET

The Proposed 2011 Ministry Support Budget will be presented for discussion at our Church Conference Sunday evening, November 7. We will vote on the budget on Sunday morning, November 14. Please pick up a copy in the church office.

VETERAN’S DAY OFFERING

To Be Received on or before Sunday, November 7

Help provide “Bible Sticks” to the members of our armed forces. The “Bible Sticks” are small digital audio Bible players especially designed for our military. They will be distributed through our chaplains to our troops from all branches of service. To take part, simply mark an envelope “Veteran’s Day Offering.”

VETERANS DAY

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Thursday, November 11 * 7:00 pm

Bellview Baptist Church

You are invited to share in this special service. There will be music and speakers from each branch of the services. Please invite your family and friends for this wonderful night of worship as we give thanks to our Veterans for their sacrifices and service.

OPERATION: CHRISTMAS CHILD

Share joy & hope with a needy child in a troubled country this Christmas. Information flyers & boxes are available in the back foyer. The filled shoe boxes need to be brought to the church on or before Sunday, November 14. www.samaritanspurse.org

MEN’S MONDAY NIGHT MESS

Monday, November 15 * 7:00 pm

Join us for great food and fellowship!

COMMUNITY

THANKSGIVING SERVICES

First Baptist Church

Sunday, November 21 * 6:00 pm

First Baptist, Emma Gray Methodist, and First Presbyterian have shared together in a service of Thanksgiving for many, many years. Bring your friends and family as we take part in this wonderful time of worship.

Cornerstone Baptist Church

Tuesday, November 23 * 7:00 pm

Planned by the Woodruff Baptist Association, the service will be led by individuals from churches across our community. Rev. Steven Owensby will be preaching. Come and join in as we express our thanks to God!

THANKSGIVING OUTREACH MEAL

Wednesday, November 24

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.

RECIPES NEEDED!

The Acteens are going to be putting together a Church Cookbook to sell as a fundraiser for their trip to the National Acteens Convention this summer. We would love to include your recipes. See any Acteen leader: Donna Hembree, Wendie Lawson, Kim Hughes, Kelly Smith or contact the church office.

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

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

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

This Wednesday, October 27 * 6:30 pm

Appreciation to

THE FELLOWSHIP COMMITTEE

We give thanks for the Fellowship Committee and their work with this past Sunday’s BBQ Luncheon. A great time was had by all.

CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS

You are invited to help decorate our sanctuary during the Christmas Season by placing a poinsettia In Memory of or In Honor of a loved one. The cost is $12.00. Forms are available in the church office. The deadline is Sunday, November 28.

WOODRUFF AREA UPWARD

Basketball Evaluation & Cheerleading Orientation will be held between 6:00 pm & 8:00 pm on Nov. 2, 4 at Bellview Baptist Church. Registration forms are available in our church office. Coaches and volunteers are needed.

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27

5:15 pm Fellowship Supper

5:40 pm Preschool & Children’s Choirs,

Youth Lighthouse

6:30 pm Wednesday Night Bible Study,

Adult Choir Rehearsal, Mission Friends,

GA’s, RA’s, Acteens, Challengers

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28

6:30 pm Chess Club – Prayer Meeting Room

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30

6:00 pm Trunk or Treat – Front Parking Lot

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31

9:00 am Handbell Rehearsal

9:45 am Sunday School

11:00 am Morning Worship Service

6:00 pm Evening Worship Service

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1

10:00 am Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer

Cedar Spring Baptist Church

7:00 pm Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer

Piedmont Baptist Church

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 – ELECTION DAY

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

10:00 am Tiny Tots & Tunes

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3

11:45 am Golden Age Fellowship

5:40 pm Preschool & Children’s Choirs,

Youth Lighthouse

6:30 pm Wednesday Night Bible Study,

Adult Choir Rehearsal, Mission Friends,

GA’s, RA’s, Acteens, Challengers

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4

6:30 pm Chess Club – Prayer Meeting Room

6:30 pm Helping Hands Ministries Banquet– F. Hall

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6

9:30 am Women of Woodruff Holiday Bazaar – F. Hall

SHARING THE MINISTRY – OCT. 31

Greeters: D Bailey, R Smith (f) M Smith (p) B Abercrombie (o)

Counting Team: T Culbreath, P & M Wood

Welcome Center: A Henson, J McFerrin Sound: S Scott

Outreach Notes: J Westmoreland B P Screening: J Howard

Nursery: N Skinner, J Waddell pm: R Smith, S Lloyd

Ushers: S Stribling, H Woodfin (f) B Hix, (p) C Walker(o)

pm: J Ward, M Elliott

Children’s Worship: M Workman, V Bailey, J Turner

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, October 27 * 5:15 pm

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

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 IS ELECTION DAY!