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 September 14, 2011

PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

SERVE IN SPIRITUAL MATURITY

Romans 12:3-15

Morning Worship Service

National Back to Church Sunday

WELCOMED WITH OPEN ARMS!

Luke 15: 20-24; John 6:35-40

Baked Potato and Salad Luncheon

Woodruff Community Revival

IMAGES OF A REVIVED CHURCH

Rev. Bill Thomason, Luke 15:11-32

Main Street, Woodruff

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Don and Nelle Skinner

216 Eastbrook Drive

Woodruff, SC 29388

Deacon: Bobby Abercrombie

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

                                    Bob Hix, 9-18 Shane Jacobi, 9-19

                                    Peggy Gilliland, 9-19 David Babson, 9-20

                                    Bill Holland, 9-21 Jonathan Blanton, 9-21

                                    Walt Caldwell, 9-21 Evan Wood, 9-21

                                    Estella Coker, 9-22 Sam Cooper, 9-23

                                    Eloise Woodruff, 9-24 Heather Kirk, 9-24

                                    Brad Lanford, 9-24

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

We extend our love and prayerful support to

Kris Simpkins and family in the death

of her grandmother, Wilma Cannon.

FCA BREAKFAST

This Wednesday, September 14 * 7:00 am

We will be hosting a breakfast and rally for the FCA students from Woodruff High School. If you would like to help cook, please contact Pam Scott.

OUTREACH AND PRAYER

This Wed., Sept. 14 * 6:45 pm * Patton’s Square

We will meet at Patton’s Square for a large circle prayer and then we will divide into groups to canvas neighborhoods with flyers inviting people to the Community Revival. Several other churches will also be participating. Drivers are needed! This will take the place of our regular Wednesday Night Bible Study. All are welcome!

MARTHA LEWIS MISSION GROUP

The group meeting scheduled for Monday, Sept. 19 has been cancelled so that everyone can take part in the Woodruff Community Revival.

INVITE SOMEONE

Nationally "Only 2 % of churchgoers invite an un-churched person to church. 98% never extend an invitation in a given year." Most people who drop out of church haven't lost their faith in God, they simply fell out of the habit of churchgoing. Some moved or had a change in life circumstances and simply drifted away. Most often, life became too busy. This means many of them could be open to returning to church. "82% of the unchurched are at least somewhat likely to attend church if invited." Help us get ready for National Back to Church Sunday by inviting someone to church this Sunday.

BAKED POTATO & SALAD LUNCHEON

This Sunday, September 18 * 12:00 pm

Proceeds will be used to buy materials for a one day home construction project through Christmas in Action. If you would like to help by making a salad or dessert please contact Kelly Smith.

OVER AND ABOVE

Kitchen and Fellowship Hall Renovation

Fund Balance: $16,399.24

SEASON OF PRAYER

FOR MISSIONS IN

SOUTH CAROLINA

Janie Chapman Offering

Received: $ 578.00

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

Work of the Church

In Memory of Rhoda Walker

Bob & Gail Hix

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE September 11

Nursery 3

Children 16

Youth 13

Adults 111

Total Attendance 143

BUDGET September 11 2011

Needs $ 8,143.90 $ 301,324.30

Offering $ 5,924.99 $ 277,097.24

Over/(Under) ($ 2,218.91) ($ 24,227.06)

DESIGNATED FUNDS

Janie Chapman State Missions $ 80.00

2012 Winter Ski Retreat $ 200.00

2012 World Changers $ 25.00

SC Baptist Conv-Element Church Asst $ 1,000.00

Budget Designated Offerings $ 362.00

Total Designated $ 1,667.00

TOTAL $7,591.99

WOODRUFF COMMUNITY

REVIVAL SERVICES

September 18 – 21

Sunday – Main Street, Woodruff * 6:00 pm

Mon. – Wed., First Baptist Church * 7:00 pm

Pray for this powerful time in the life of our community!

IMAGES OF A REVIVED CHURCH

Sunday - Luke 15:11-31

Pastor Bill Thomason, West End Baptist Church

Monday - Mark 2:1-12

Pastor Josh Bradley, Element Church

Tuesday - Luke 10:25-37

Pastor Doug Huntsinger, Cornerstone Baptist Church

Wednesday – Acts 2:41-47

Pastor Lawrence Meadows, New Bethel Baptist Church

REVIVAL CHOIR REHEARSAL

This Sunday, September 18 * 3:00 pm * First Baptist

Come be a part of the Revival Choir made up of folks from across the Woodruff Community. The choir is under the direction of Todd & Vickie Porter.

SEPTEMBER CHURCH CONFERENCE

Sunday, September 25

After the Evening Worship Service

If your group, ministry, or committee would like to be included in the printed reports, please drop them by the office, fax or email them by September 21.

MINISTRY PROPOSALS

The Stewardship Committee will soon begin the process of putting together a proposed budget for 2012. All ministry proposals need to be turned by next Sunday, September 25. Contact the church office for more information.

SEE YOU AT THE POLE

An International Day of Student Prayer

Wednesday, September 28

“Where two or three of you come together in My name

I am there with you.” Matthew 18:20

LORD, CHANGE MY ATTITUDE

Before It’s Too Late!

Wednesday Night Bible Study

September 28 * 6:30 pm

This study, based on the Israelites' journey out of Egypt, shows how your attitude can keep you in the wilderness or allow you to enjoy the blessings of His promised land. Join us for this life changing Bible study developed by James MacDonald.

HARVESTING FOR

THE WOODRUFF SOUP KITCHEN

The Acteens are collecting items for the Soup Kitchen – Paper Towels, Plastic Silverware, 16 oz. Foam Cups, 3 Compartment Plates, Family Size Tea Bags, 12 oz. Foam Bowls and Sugar. Please see their display in the back foyer.

YOUTH SKI RETREAT

January 6- 8 * Boone, NC

A $40.00 deposit signs you up.

See Kelly Smith for details.

WORLD CHANGERS MISSION TRIP

High School Youth & Adults

June 18 – 23 * Pikeville, Kentucky

See Kelly Smith for details.

COLLEGE MINISTRY

Each student will be listed on our weekly prayer sheet on a rotating basis. Please call us or email us with contact information for the new school year.

OUTDOOR PICNIC AND SINGING

Sunday Evening, October 2 * 5:00 pm

Join us for a great time of food, fellowship and inspiration.

We will grill hamburgers, hotdogs and provide baked beans and drinks. Bring a salad or a dessert to share. Donations for the cost of the food will be accepted in advance and at the picnic.

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, October 5 * 11:45 am

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

Our October program guest will be: Kay Crowe

Hosts and Hostesses: Don & Betty Sumner,

Mary Robertson, Lottie Caldwell

Devotional: Carolyn Culbreath

SPORTSMAN FELLOWSHIP

Saturday, Oct. 8 * 2:00 – 6:00 pm * Bailey Farm

Archery * Horseshoes * Pistol Range * Skeet

Hamburger & Hot Dog Supper

Men ages 12 and up!

(Ages 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult)

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

DOWN FROM HIS GLORY

The Love Story of Christmas

You are invited to join the Adult Choir as they prepare for this powerful Christmas worship experience. Rehearsals are held on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. Down From His Glory will be presented Sunday morning, December 18.

AUCTION FOR A CAUSE

Friday, October 7 * 5:30 pm

Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

Silent & Live Auctions, Food, Live Music

Benefiting: Bethlehem Center, Children’s Shelter, Christmas in Action, Camp Sertoma, The Haven, Retired & Senior Volunteer Program, SAFE Homes Rape Crisis Coalition and the Spartanburg Humane Society. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. For more information call 381-7672 or visit www.Auction4aCause.org.

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday morning from 7:00 – 7:30 am.

HANDBELL CHOIR REHEARSAL

Each Sunday * 9:00 am * See Kay Young

YOUTH CHOIR

Each Sunday * 5:00 pm * See Marcia Ward

FIRST BAPTIST COOKBOOKS

FBC Cookbooks are available and may be purchased through the church office. The cookbooks are $12.00.

THANKS

Dear Andrew & Church Family, Thanks so much for the thoughts, prayers, visit and food during Dad’s illness and passing. Your kindness and thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated.

With Christ Love, The Hiram McAbee Family

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

7:00 am FCA Breakfast

5:15 pm Fellowship Supper

5:40 pm Preschool & Children’s Choirs,

Youth Lighthouse

6:30 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal, Mission Friends,

GA’s, RA’s, Acteens, Challengers

6:45 pm Community Prayer Outreach – Patton Square

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

6:30 pm Chess Club

7:00 pm Healing Heart Grief Support Group

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

6:00 pm Element Church Worship Service – F. Hall

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

9:00 am Handbell Choir Rehearsal

9:45 am Sunday School

11:00 am Worship Service

12:00 pm Potato Bar/Salad Luncheon

3:00 pm Woodruff Community Revival Choir Rehear.

5:00 pm Youth Choir

6:00 pm Woodruff Community Revival – Main Street

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

7:00 pm Woodruff Community Revival

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

7:00 pm Woodruff Community Revival

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

7:00 pm Woodruff Community Revival

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

6:30 pm Chess Club

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

6:00 pm Element Church Worship Service – F. Hall

SHARING THE MINISTRY

September 18

Greeters: D J O’Hara, Z Orias (f),

J Lanford (o), R Rhodes (p)

Counting Team: D Bailey, T & L Morgan

Children’s Worship: W Lawson, A Davis, J Weaver

Nursery: M Workman, K Abercrombie

O Notes: C Walker BP Checks: L Rhodes

Welcome Center: L & R Leake Sound: J Young

Ushers: T Westmoreland, R Bryson (f)

B Bailey (o) C Hembree (p)

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, September 14

Chicken Nuggets, Creamed Potatoes, Green Beans,

Cookies, Tea Cost: $2.00

Have You Ordered Your

FBC NAME BADGE?

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