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 March 30, 2011

PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

BALANCE GRIEF WITH HOPE

John 11:20-27, 32-36, 43-44

Morning Worship Service

THE CROWN OF THORNS

John 19:1-22

Church-Wide Covered Dish Luncheon

In Honor of Our Senior Adults

Evening Worship Service

BECOMING A CONTAGIOUS CHRISTIAN

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Julie Bowie, 4-3 Jessie Weaver, 4-3

Bobby Brown, 4-4 Kay Brown, 4-4

Glen Wood, 4-4 Mary Ruth McAbee, 4-5

Bill Scott, 4-6 Stephen Lanford, 4-8

Kate Yarbray, 4-9 JoAnn Waddell, 4-9

Victoria Bailey, 4-9

BECOMING A CONTAGIOUS CHRISTIAN

Communicating Your Faith in a Style That Fits You

Sundays * 6:00 pm * Church Sanctuary

This Sunday our focus will be on Telling Your Story in a natural and genuine way. We will also examine the attractiveness of authenticity, the pull of compassion, and the strength of sacrifice. Becoming A Contagious Christian is an adventure you won’t want to miss!

CHURCH-WIDE BIBLE STUDY

This Wednesday Night, March 30 * 6:30 pm

Our text will be Matthew 20:1-16 -

The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard.

WOODRUFF CLOTHES CLOSET

May is our church’s month to staff the Clothes Closet on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Please let us know which day your Sunday School class or mission group would like to volunteer. May 21 & 28 are still available.

It’s that time again

The Spartanburg County Baptist Network is holding a Vacation Bible School Clinic at First Baptist Church Arcadia on Tuesday May 3 from 6:15 – 9:00 pm. They will offer classes for all age groups as well as help with recreation, missions, and music. This is a great time for teachers to get excited about VBS. It is a time to meet with other teachers and share ideas and teaching styles. Teaching materials for this year’s VBS have arrived and are available in the church office.

Church-Wide

COVERED DISH LUNCHEON

In Honor of Our Senior Adults

This Sunday, April 3 * After the Morning Service

We are so thankful for our Senior Adults and for the way that they live their testimonies. Join with us as we celebrate God’s grace and as we join together in a great time of food and fellowship. Senior Adults do not need to bring a covered-dish (unless you enjoy cooking and have something you want to prepare.) Other adults are asked to bring a little extra as we celebrate together.

CORINTH BAPTIST CHURCH

Cleveland Park Accident Fund

Our hearts go out to our brothers and sisters at Corinth Baptist Church. They are receiving funds to help with the medical expenses of the victims of this accident. If you would like to contribute, simply mark an envelope “Corinth Baptist.”

START HERE!

Reaching North America begins with You!

“Giving to the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering allows all Southern Baptists to be on mission with me and with the rest of the Southern Baptists in Metropolitan New York in doing evangelism, discipleship, and ministry among the 20 million people in the area, where at least 191 nations are represented.” — Romy Manansala, New York. Please pray for our missionaries and give generously to the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering.

GOAL: $ 3,000.00 RECEIVED: $ 1,280.00

OVER AND ABOVE

Kitchen and Fellowship Hall Renovation

Fund Balance: $ 13,435.71

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE March 27

Nursery 6

Children 13

Youth 17

Adults 84

Total Attendance 120

BUDGET March 27 2011

Needs $ 8,143.90 $105,870.70

Offering $ 5,505.95 $ 96,034.39

Over/(Under) $ (2,637.95) ($ 9,836.31)

DESIGNATED FUNDS

Over & Above $ 30.00

Summer Youth Retreat $ 25.00

NAC Convention $ 110.50

Camp McCall $ 110.00

Annie Armstrong $ 222.00

Helping Hands Food Pantry $ 40.00

Budget Designated Offerings $ 46.00

Total Designated $ 583.50

TOTAL $6,089.45

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Next Wednesday, April 6 * 11:45 am

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

Our program guests will be

Drs. Lisa and Dean Allen,

Pastors of Fernwood Baptist Church.

SOUP KITCHEN MEAL & PROGRAM

Tuesday, April 12 * 5:30 pm

The Martha Lewis Mission Group will be preparing a meal, worship service & activities for children at the Woodruff Community Soup Kitchen on McArthur Street. Our pastor will bring a devotion & special music will be provided by our church members. All are welcome to come, help and take part.

Helping Hands Ministries

SUPER SATURDAY

Saturday, April 16 * 7:00 am – 1:00 pm

First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

The event will include a country store, plant/produce sale, silent auction, yard sale, children’s activities, entertainment, bake sale, health screening, 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.

FBC MEN’S OUTDOOR

SPORTSMAN FELLOWSHIP

Saturday, April 16 * 2:00 – 6:00 pm * Bailey Farm

Archery * Horseshoes * Pistol Range * Skeet

Hamburger & Hot Dog Supper

Men ages 14 and up!

(Ages 14 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult)

Please stop by the church office for tickets ($5.00) and for more detailed information.

POTATO BAR, SANDWICH &

SALAD LUNCHEON

Sunday, April 17 * 12:00 pm

Proceeds will help our girls attend NAC this summer.

USC UPSTATE NURSES FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, April 20

Our church has been asked to provide lunch to facilitate the work of the Baptist Campus Ministry. If you would like to help, please contact Pam Scott or the church office.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

16^TH Annual W. Ray Miller

Memorial Golf Tournament

Thursday, April 21 * Three Pines Golf Course

Sponsorship information and registration forms are available in the church office.

MAUNDY THURSDAY

Community Worship Service * April 21 * 7:00 pm

Emma Gray Memorial United Methodist Church

The word “Maundy” comes from the Latin for “Command.” We remember the new commandment Jesus gave His disciples that night to “Love one another as I have loved you.” Don’t miss this special time of worship and commitment.

GOOD FRIDAY

Community Worship Service * April 22 * 7:00 pm

First Baptist Church

Plan to be present for this powerful time of reflection as we consider what Jesus did for us on Calvary’s cross.

EASTER EGG HUNT

Saturday, April 23 * 12 noon

Parents are encouraged to come and have fun with their children. If you would like to contribute individually wrapped candy & plastic eggs, please bring them to the office.

GRADUATE RECOGNITION

We are preparing for Graduate Recognition Day on Sunday, May 22. If you know of someone who could be included in this service, please contact the church office.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

June 6-10 * 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Age 3 – Grade 5

Mark your calendars & get ready for an incredible week! Contact the church office if you would like to help with VBS.

FIRST BAPTIST STUDENT T-SHIRTS

New shirts are available. See Kelly Smith to purchase your shirt ($10.00). They are maroon with white lettering, & have a cross & our church name on the front. On the back it reads:

S.T.A.F.F. Students Taking Action for Faith

Don’t just talk about love, put your love into action.

1 John 3:18.

JAPAN RESPONSE FUND

Join us in praying for those affected by the disaster in Japan and for opportunities to respond with the love and message of Christ. You can also give to help Southern Baptist relief efforts in areas affected by this disaster. Simply mark your envelope “IMB – Japan.”

FIRST BAPTIST COOKBOOKS

Advanced orders are being taken by the Acteens for the new First Baptist Cookbooks. The cookbooks are $12.00 and will be ready at the end of April.

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

THANK YOU!

Dear Andrew and Church Family, Thank you for the visits, prayers and cards while I was in the hospital and since I’ve been home. Please keep me in your prayers as I continue to recover. Rebecca Lanford

Dear friends at First Baptist Church, I would like you to know how much I appreciated the birthday card and the get well cards that followed the next day. Thank you to Andrew and all who were kind to call, send notes, visit and other get well wishes. God Bless, Sandy Clark

Members First Baptist Church, I would like to thank Lottie Caldwell and Andrew for having prayer with my family and me before my surgery. I also want to thank all of you for the kindness shown to me during my recovery. I am doing much better. Still keep me in your prayers. Love, Edith McIntyre

Dear Church Family, Thank you for your many expressions of love and concern for Mama and me in her hospitalization and my fall. We greatly appreciate the cards, calls, food and the help of your prayers for us. Lottie Caldwell

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday * 7:00 – 7:30 am

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30

6:30 pm Wednesday Night Bible Study – Matthew 20

THURSDAY, MARCH 31

6:30 pm Chess Club

SATURDAY, APRIL 2

6:00 pm Element Church Service – Fellowship Hall

SUNDAY, APRIL 3

9:00 am Handbell Choir Rehearsal

9:45 am Sunday School

11:00 am Worship Service

12:00 pm Church-wide Covered Dish Lunch

– Honoring Senior Adults

4:00 pm Diaconate Meeting

6:00 pm Study – Becoming a Contagious Christian

TUESDAY, APRIL 5

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

10:00 am Tiny Tots and Tunes

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6

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 – Acts 15

Adult Choir Rehearsal, Mission Friends,

GA’s, RA’s, Acteens, Challengers

7:30 pm Property Committee Meeting

THURSDAY, APRIL 7

6:30 pm Chess Club

SATURDAY, APRIL 9

6:00 pm Element Church Service – Fellowship Hall

SHARING THE MINISTRY

April 3

Greeters: W Garrett, Z Orias (f),

M Smith (o), L Caldwell (p)

Counting Team: R Smith, C & K Simpkins

Children’s Worship: W Lawson, S Thompson, A Davis

Nursery: K Simpkins, H Smith pm: A & J Turner

Welcome Center: T & T Sumner Sound: J Young

B P Screening: B Powell O Notes: J Ward

Ushers: K Schlock, B Scott (f)

M Workman (o) S Jacobi (p)

pm: D J O’Hara, J Ketterman

SPRING BREAK

All are invited to come to the Wednesday Night Bible Study at 6:30 pm this Wednesday, March 30. Our Fellowship Supper, Children’s Choirs, Youth Lighthouse, Adult Choir, and Mission Groups will not meet but will resume next Wednesday, April 6 and continue through May 18.

HAITI MISSION TRIP

Reverend Lawrence Meadows, pastor of New Bethel Baptist Church, will be returning to Haiti, April 4 – 11, to serve with a team at the Cabaret Children’s Home. Please pray for them as they serve. If you would like to contribute to this effort, simply mark your envelope “Haiti.”