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 February 23, 2011

PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

God’s Amazing Love

God Loves to Welcome Us Home

Hosea 14

Worship Service

Time of Remembrance

THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME

Psalm 90:1; 2 Corinthians 5:9

Evening Worship Service

SHOW AND TELL

A Service of Object Lessons, Stories and Puppets

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Isabel Lanford, 2-27 Krystal Hill, 2-27

Henry Woodfin, 2-28 Paige Sumner, 3-1

Hugh Murphy, 3-2 Katie Abercrombie, 3-2

Emily Ledford Wood, 3-2 Elizabeth Smarr, 3-3

Gregg Thompson, 3-4 Keith Reynolds, 3-5

Ashlie Calhoun, 3-5

CONGRATULATIONS!

We celebrate with:

Kevin and Kaitlin Meadows

in the birth of their daughter, Emma Jane Meadows

Emma was born on February 15.

Brian and Casey Martin

in the birth of their daughter, Ellie Corrina Martin

Ellie was born on February 17.

Elizabeth Smarr

who will turn 101 years old next Thursday.

Cards may be sent to: 1 Martha Franks Drive, Laurens, SC 29360.

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

We extend our love and prayerful support to:

Buddy Few and family in the death of his mother and Ginny Morrison and Doniece Lanford and their families in the death their aunt, Ruby Few.

Noel Lee and family

in the death of his brother, Shawn Lee.

Jan Skinner and Sam Stribling and their families

in the death of their uncle, C.P. Stribling.

PUPPET MINISTRY

Children Grades 3 - 5 * 5:00 pm * Youth Room

This Sunday, February 27

We will perform with the puppets during the Evening Worship Service this Sunday. See Kelly Smith for more information.

OVER AND ABOVE

Kitchen and Fellowship Hall Renovation

Fund Balance: $ 13,058.23

COMMUNITY MEN’S BREAKFAST

This Saturday, February 26 * 8:00 am

First Baptist Church

Join us for great food & fellowship as the men of our community gather for prayer & inspiration. Rev. Elijah Ray will be our speaker. Contact Mike Elliott if you would like to help cook.

MEMORIAL SERVICE MEAL

This Sunday, February 27 * 12:15 pm

Our church will be serving lunch to the families of those in our fellowship who have died this past year. If you would like to help, please contact the church office.

SHOW AND TELL

This Sunday, February 27 * 6:00 pm

Join us for this creative service of worship as wonderful spiritual truths are communicated through stories, object lessons and puppets. Contact our pastor if you have a story/object lesson you would like to share.

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

For the Work of The Church

In Memory of Dot Cox

Ann Huffman

Ken & Frances Smith

Jeff & Doniece Lanford

In Memory of Ben and Dot Cox

Michael & Loretta Tiller

Robert & Catherine Burriss

In Memory of Lucretia Skinner

Robert & Martha Williams

In Memory of Ruby Few

Jeff & Doniece Lanford

Over and Above Fund

In Memory of Peggy Turner Reynolds

Nancy Skinner

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE Feb. 20

Nursery 3

Children 21

Youth 17

Adults 106

Total Attendance 147

BUDGET February 20 2011

Needs $ 8,143.90 $65,151.20

Offering $ 6,083.06 $60,796.41

Over/(Under) ($ 2,060.84) ($ 4,354.79)

DESIGNATED FUNDS

Over & Above $ 156.75

National Acteens Conv. $ 170.00

Helping Hands Food Pantry $ 40.00

SC Baptist Conv/Element Church $ 1,500.00

Youth Ministry $ 161.00

Budget Designated Offerings $ 45.00

Total Designated $ 2,072.75

TOTAL $8.155.81

FROM THE HEART

As we worship together Sunday may we draw comfort from the strength and help the Lord can provide. We will remember those from our church who have gone to be with the Lord since our last Memorial Service. We extend our love and prayers to the families of these loved ones listed below as well as to each family in our congregation that has experienced grief and loss. Let us support one another as we claim the hope that comes from being surrounded by God’s presence and from the promises in His word.

Dorothy Elizabeth Jones Tucker

Frances Dill Owensby

John David Kiser

Martha M. Walden

Marlene Garrett Wehunt

Ben T. Cox

Bernice Estelle Huff Meadows

Tony Gates Skinner

Lucretia Pearson Skinner

Dorothy Thackston Cox

We give thanks to God for the lasting influence of these dear ones and for the comfort He has given through the provision of His Son, Jesus Christ. We look forward to that day when by God’s grace we will all be united around His throne celebrating His glory, love and praise.

CHURCH SECURITY CONFERENCE

Monday, February 28 * 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Spartanburg County Baptist Network Office

The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Department will address building / equipment security, personnel / office security, congregational safety, parking lot security and emergency medical plans. If you will be able to attend, please contact the church office.

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Next Wednesday, March 2 * 11:45 am

Join us for great food and fellowship! All are welcome!

Our program guests will be - Four for Him:

Bobby Blanton, Mike Elliott,

Bob Howard, John Ward

Hosts & Hostesses: Bob & Gail Hix,

Frances Garrett, Marie Wood, Loretta Burdette

Devotional: Peggy Clark

NORTH AMERICAN

MISSIONS EMPHASIS

Next Sunday, March 6 * 6:00 pm

This year’s theme is “Start Here.” Join with us as our mission groups lead us to discover how we can be part of what God is doing right here.

ASH WEDNESDAY

COMMUNITY WORSHIP SERVICE

Wednesday, March 9 * 7:00 pm

First Presbyterian Church

Bring your friends to this special service of worship as we focus on what it means to die to self and live for God. Supper, Children’s Choirs, Lighthouse & Mission Groups will meet at First Baptist on an adjusted schedule. Parents are asked to pick up their children at 6:40 pm.

5:15 pm Fellowship Supper

5:40 pm Preschool & Children’s Choirs, Youth Lighthouse

6:10 pm Mission Friends, GA’s, RA’s, Acteens, Challengers

6:40 pm Mission Groups Dismiss

7:00 pm Worship Service at First Presbyterian Church

BECOMING A CONTAGIOUS CHRISTIAN

Communicating Your Faith in a Style That Fits You

A Six Week Study Beginning Sunday Night, Mar. 13

Evangelism doesn’t have to be frustrating or intimidating. In fact, effectively communicating our faith in Christ can be the most natural thing in the world. Join us for this powerful study designed by Mark Mittelberg, Lee Strobel and Bill Hybels.

Spartanburg County Baptist Network

SENIOR ADULT SPRING LUNCHEON

Tuesday, March 22 * 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

First Baptist Church, Spartanburg

Music Program by Sal & Claudia Barone

Come and receive a blessing through their inspirational music!

Bring a covered dish to share.

TEAM IMPACT

Community Evangelistic Services * March 23-25

District Four Activities Center

Come and hear testimonies and see amazing feats of strength. The first service will take the place of our regular activities on Wednesday, March 23. Volunteers are needed from our church to serve with others in the community on the following teams: Prayer, Set Up, Altar Response, Follow Up, Usher, Parking Area. Call the church office for more information and to sign up to help.

WILL YOU ANSWER THE CALL?

Evangelism Response Center Training

Thursday, March 24 * 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Spartanburg County Baptist Network Office

When you log in through your telephone, calls are routed directly and anonymously to you, during the time you are logged in, so that you can share with the caller how to become a Christian and how to grow as a disciple of Christ. There is a similar set up through the internet that allows you to chat or email. The Evangelism Response Center is a ministry of our North American Mission Board. Contact our church office if you would like to take part in this training opportunity.

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

N. A. C. COIN BANKS

The Acteens are collecting loose change for their trip to the National Acteens Convention. Coin cans are in each Sunday School class. See Kelly Smith if you would be willing to take a can home and fill it.

CHURCH-WIDE BIBLE STUDY

Each Wednesday Night * 6:30 pm

Join us as we study God’s Word.

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday Morning * 7:00 – 7:30 am

All are welcome!

THANK YOU!

Thank you for your donation and for remembering those locally who are hungry and in need. As we should love our neighbors as we love ourselves, you have shown your neighborly love by sending much needed food and service to your neighbors in need and I thank you on their behalf. Thanks again for loving and sharing. Jane McQueen, President, Mobile Meals

Thank you for always supporting our scout program. 2010 marks 100 years of Scouting in the USA! You have always been a part! Included is a 100 years of Scouting patch to show how much we appreciate all you have done. The boys and leaders of scouting in Woodruff

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23

7:00 am WHS FCA Breakfast - Fellowship Hall

5:15 pm Wednesday Night 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, FEBRUARY 24

6:30 pm Chess Club

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26

8:00 am Community Men’s Breakfast – Fellowship Hall

6:00 pm Element Church Service – Fellowship Hall

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27

9:00 am Handbell Choir Rehearsal

9:45 am Sunday School

11:00 am Worship Service

12:15 pm Memorial Service Luncheon

5:00 pm Puppet Rehearsal

6:00 pm Evening Worship Service

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 28

6:00 pm Security Conference – Network Office

TUESDAY, MARCH 1

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

10:00 am Tiny Tots and Tunes

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2

11:45 am Golden Age Fellowship

5:15 pm Wednesday Night 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, MARCH 3

6:30 pm Chess Club

SATURDAY, MARCH 5

6:00 pm Element Church Service – Fellowship Hall

SHARING THE MINISTRY

February 27

Greeters: R Rhodes, S Rogers (f)

K Reynolds (o), W Garrett (p)

Counting Team: J Lanford, S & P Scott

Outreach Notes: M D Scott

Children’s Worship: K Smith, T Wood, J Westmoreland

Nursery: T & T Sumner pm A Weaver, H Smith

Welcome Center: R & M R McAbee

B P Screening: S Culbreath Sound: S Scott

Ushers: C Simpkins, Sr,T Foster (f)

M Green (o) G Thompson (p)

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, February 23 * 5:15 pm

Pizza, Corn, Cookies & Tea Cost: $2.00

WOODRUFF CLOTHES CLOSET

During the month of May, our church is staffing the Woodruff Community Clothes Closet on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. If you or your class would like to help, please contact the church office.