First Baptist Church * Woodruff, South Carolina

January 25, 2012

PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

GIVING IN A GREEDY CULTURE

Deut. 15:7-11, 24:10-15, 17-18

Morning Worship Service

THERE MAY NOT BE A BETTER TIME

Ecclesiastes 11 & 12

January Bible Study

THE PURSUIT:

CHASING ANSWERS TO LIFE’S QUESTIONS

Studies in Ecclesiastes (chapters 9-12)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

                            Randy Carpenter, 1-30 Nathan Rogers, 1-31

                            Laura Simpkins, 1-31 Joshua Philbeck, 1-31

                            Barbara Casey, 2-2 Lee Watson, 2-3

                            Tyler Mason, 2-3

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

This Wednesday, January 25 * 6:30 pm

Radical: Taking Back Your Faith

Join us for Bible study as we follow the outline of David Platt’s book Radical. In many ways Christianity in America has been changed to fit our cultural preferences. We will explore Jesus’ radical message and be challenged not just to believe but also to obey.

SOUP KITCHEN MEAL & PROGRAM

Tuesday, January 31 * 5:30 pm

We will be preparing a meal, and leading a worship service & activities for children at the Woodruff Community Soup Kitchen on McArthur Street. All are welcome to come, help and take part.

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Next Wednesday, February 1 * 11:45 am

Join us for great food and fellowship!

All are welcome!

Program Guest: The Singing Chaplains

(Rev. Gary Rogers, pastor, FBC Pelham,

Rev. Bo Dunford, pastor, Cross Hill Community Church,

Rev. Tommy Sparks, pastor, FBC Pacolet, serve as chaplains for the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s office.)

Host & Hostesses: Anne Williams,

Jean Bonds, Priscilla Miller, Gary & Jean Schmatt

Devotional: Mary Dell Scott

HEALING HEART

Grief Support Group

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

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

JANUARY BIBLE STUDY

Sunday Night * 6:00 pm

January 29

Fellowship Hall

The Pursuit:

Chasing Answers to Life’s Questions

Studies in Ecclesiastes

Hot Chocolate, Tea, Cider and Coffee Provided!

All are Welcome!

HIS HEART, HIS HANDS, HIS VOICE

Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions

Church Goal $5,000.00 Received: $3,308.62

OVER AND ABOVE

Kitchen and Fellowship Hall Renovation

Fund Balance: $43,392.13

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

Work of the Church

In Memory of Emily Edwards

Stephen & Susan Collins

Joe & Roberta Mitchell

Mayo Auto Auction

Larry & Penny Gall

In Memory of Mary Ruth McAbee

Tommy & JoAnne Westmoreland

Over & Above Fund

In Memory of Emily Edwards

Bill & Shelba Scott

Tom & Jane Foster

Phil & Myra Wood

Bob & Gail Hix

In Memory of Dot Raines

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering

In Memory of Emily Edwards

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE January 22

Nursery 5

Children 16

Youth 11

Adults 103

Total Attendance 135

BUDGET January 22 2012

Needs $ 7,847.59 $31,390.36

Offering $ 5,941.75 $27,302.47

Over/(Under) ($ 1,905.84) ($ 4,087.89)

Additional Offerings Given for Special Accounts

Over & Above Fund $ 191.00

Lottie Moon $ 70.00

Payments Received for Trips, Books, Meals & Activities

2012 World Changers $ 225.00

2012 Garden City Retreat $ 100.00

Wednesday Night Supper $ 25.00

CWP Class $ 180.00

MEN’S MINISTRY CONFERENCE

Salt & Light: C.A.M.O. - Calling All Men Out

February 4 * Gateway Baptist Church, Irmo, SC

Join with the men from our church that will be attending. Registration (conference and materials) is $50. Call the church office if you would like to register.

SOUP-ER BOWL SUNDAY

Sunday, February 5

Bring canned goods as you come to church on Super Bowl Sunday. The food will be given to Helping Hands Ministries to help those who are in need in the Woodruff Community.

Pre-Game

SUPER BOWL FELLOWSHIP

Sunday, February 5 * 5:00 pm * Fellowship Hall

Join us for food, fellowship & inspiration. Vegetable trays, dip, and drinks will be provided. If you would like to, bring your favorite appetizer to share. As we enjoy a time of fellowship we will watch testimonies of athletes & have a time of devotion together. We will dismiss at 6:00 pm. This will take the place of our regular Evening Service.

Helping Hands Ministries

SOUP AND SANDWICH LUNCHEON

Friday, February 10 * 11:00 am until 1:00 pm

First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

Tickets ($6.00) may be purchased from Lisa Abercrombie, D. J. O’Hara, Ray Smith or the church office. Proceeds will be used to help those who are in need in the Woodruff Community.

Church Family

VALENTINE BANQUET

Sunday, February 12 * 6:00 pm

Join us for great food, fellowship & entertainment. Donations beyond the cost of the meal will go toward the World Changers Mission Trip to Pikeville, Kentucky this summer. Mark your calendars and plan to take part.

ANNIVERSARY

STEERING COMMITTEE

A committee is being formed to help plan and coordinate the services, events and projects related to our church’s 225^th anniversary. If you would be willing to serve or would like to nominate someone to serve, please contact the church office.

THE GREAT HYMNAL GIVE AWAY

Tables have been set up in the foyers with copies of some of our older and beloved hymnals. Please take as many as you can use. Every home needs a hymnal.

WORSHIP SERVICES WITH CAVINS

Two special services have been planned for our church to worship and have fellowship with our brothers and sisters from Cavins Baptist Church. On Sunday night, February 19 we have invited their church to come to First Baptist and provide special music and for their pastor, Rev. Bryan Thompson to preach. On Sunday night, March 4, we have been invited to go to Cavins and provide special music and for our pastor to preach. Mark your calendar and plan to take part in these services.

WHATEVER IT TAKES

North American Missions Emphasis

Sunday, February 26 * 6:00 pm

The scriptures tell us (Mark 2:2-5) of four men who were willing to do “whatever it takes” to bring their friend to Jesus. Are we willing to do whatever it takes to reach the people of the United States and Canada for Christ? Join with us as the preschoolers, children, youth and adults from our church mission groups lead us in a service of prayer and commitment.

PERMIT CLASS

Saturday, March 3 * 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

The Concealed Weapons Permit Class scheduled for February 18 is now full so a second class has been scheduled for March 3. The class will be held at our church. Rev. Lee Fix, Heather Elliott’s father, will be the instructor. Sign up through the church office with a $20.00 deposit. The class costs $50.00. Detailed information is available at www.crossfirearms.com.

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday Morning * 7:00 – 7:30 am

THE TRIVIA QUESTION

Last week’s question: Where did the name “Bethel” come from and what does it mean? Our church has had 5 different names. In the early years we called ourselves - The Church of Christ on Jamey’s Creek, Woodruff Meeting House, and Shackleford’s Meeting House. In 1798 we became known as The Baptist Church of Bethel. The name “Bethel” is first encountered in the Book of Genesis used to describe the area near where Abraham placed his tent. In Genesis 28, Jacob gives the place it’s name after he has a dream of a ladder with angels ascending and descending. “Bethel” means “House of God.” The Bethel Association, formed in 1789, was one of the only associations in SC. It was made up of churches across the Upstate. Our church became the regular meeting place for the Association, so in 1798 our church changed its name to Bethel Baptist Church. This remained our name until 1911 (113 years) when the church voted to change its name to “First” Baptist.

This week’s question: Who was A. B. Woodruff?

EXTENDED SUNDAY SCHOOL

Visitors Needed!

Each month people from our church visit those who are ‘homebound’ and not able to attend a Sunday School class. They carry with them Home Life, Mature Living, Open Windows, Sunday School materials, and other expressions of love. At present, we need a few more folks who would be able to join this wonderful visitation ministry. Please call Mary Dell Scott or the church office. Also, if you or someone you love would like to receive these monthly visits, please call us.

FBC RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM

Organizational Meeting

Thursday, Feb. 2 * 7:00 pm * Prayer Meeting Rm.

Come be part of the team from First Baptist at this year’s American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. The Woodruff Relay will be May 11-12. See Mike Elliott for more information.

WOODRUFF COMMUNITY

CLOTHES CLOSET

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

FIVE STAR SUBS

Five Star Subs in Woodruff will send our church 10% of each purchase you make on Tuesdays when you carry in a church bulletin.

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25

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, JANUARY 26

6:30 pm Chess Club

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28

1:00 pm Cub Scouts Derby Race

SUNDAY, JANUARY 29

9:00 am Handbell Choir Rehearsal

9:45 am Sunday School

11:00 am Worship Service

5:00 pm Spirit Works

6:00 pm January Bible Study – Fellowship Hall

TUESDAY, JANUARY 31

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

5:30 pm Woodruff Soup Kitchen Meal & Service

6:30 pm Boy Scouts

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1

11:45 am Golden Age Fellowship

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, FEBRUARY 2

6:30 pm Chess Club – Library

7:00 pm First Baptist Relay for Life Meeting

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4

Salt and Light Conference – Gateway Baptist

SHARING THE MINISTRY

January 29

Greeters: S Scott, R Smith (f),

R Rhodes (o), W Garrett (p)

Counting Team: B Abercrombie, P & H Elliott

Nursery: C Reynolds, K Abercrombie,

pm: K Abercrombie, J Brown

Outreach Notes: R Leake B P Screening: E Knoke

Children’s Worship: V Brady, G Lawson, C Blanton

Welcome Center: A Henson, J McFerrin Sound: Z Orias

Ushers: S Stribling, H Woodfin (f),

C Walker (o), B Hix (p)

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, January 25 * 5:15 pm

Pizza, Corn, Cookies, Tea Cost: $2.00

PRAYER REQUESTS

Cards are available in the pews, foyers, and Sunday School boxes to write down requests for prayer. There is a place to check if you would like the request included on our printed weekly prayer sheet and if you would like our prayer groups to send cards of encouragement.