THE

 ENCOURAGER                   

“…to prepare all God’s people for the work of

Christian Service to build up the body of Christ.”

                                                                           

                     www.woodruff1st.org

 

 

First Baptist Church * Woodruff, South Carolina

August 9, 2006

 

 

 

This Sunday Morning, August 13

 

Testimony - Coach Freddie Brown

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C. Andrew Shull, Pastor                                                                  Robert L. Blanton, Jr., Music Director

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

Debra J. Fortner, Secretary                                                                       Thomasene Owensby, Organist

Heather M. Elliott, Summer Worker                                                            James R. Skinner, Custodian

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PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

Promotion Sunday!

MAINTAINING A HEAVENLY FOCUS

Col 2:20; 3:1-10, 12-14, 17

 

Morning Worship Service

2006-2007 School Year Dedication Service

Testimony – Coach Freddie Brown

 

Evening Worship Service

It Came From Within

THE MAD MAN’S LABORATORY

ATTACKING ANGER WITH FORGIVENESS

 

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

We extend our love and prayers to Sam & Jack Stribling and Jan Skinner and their families in the death of their mother, Olive Stribling.  Olive became part of our church family in 1977.

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Kim McAbee, 8-13                  Tammy Curry, 8-17

Kyle Varner, 8-13                   Jamie Westmoreland, 8-18

Anna Grace Anderson, 8-14  Don Foster, 8-18

Jeana Dobbins, 8-14               Thomas Foster, 8-19

Anne Williams, 8-15               Aurelia Brock, 8-19

Dustin Brown, 8-17                 Patty Hill, 8-19

Tammy Bailey, 8-17                Katie Burgess, 8-19

 

PROMOTION SUNDAY!

Join us for a great year of Sunday School.  Bible Study groups are offered for all ages.  Students & others who will be promoting are asked to go to their new class this Sunday.

 

MANY, MANY THANKS TO

HEATHER ELLIOTT

We express heartfelt appreciation to Heather Elliott for the way that she has ministered to our preschoolers and children this summer.  The Lord has richly blessed us through her work and these blessings will echo throughout eternity.

 

HOLIDAY GET AWAY

Go with us on a great holiday get away, December 4-6.  The Myrtle Beach Holiday Package includes:  Transportation, 2 Night Stay at Ocean Reef Seaside Resort, 2 Shows: Dixie Stampede & Alabama Theatre; 2 Breakfasts & a Tanger Outlet Coupon Book.  The cost is $115.  Contact Kelly Smith if you would like to sign up.

 

REGISTER TO VOTE!

Voter Registration materials are available on the counter in the church office.

 

2006-2007

SCHOOL YEAR DEDICATION SERVICE

Join with us this Sunday morning as we dedicate the new school year to the Lord.  Remember to pray this week for students, teachers, and staff as they begin a new year.  Pray that the Lord will provide lots of opportunities for them to share their faith.  Pray for their safety as they learn and grow and seek to develop and use the gifts God has blessed them with.

 

IT CAME FROM WITHIN!

Sunday Evening Services in August feature ideas from God’s word developed in Andy Stanley’s book, It Came From Within.  Join us as we learn to guard our hearts!

 

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

For the Paving of the Church Parking Lots

Fund Balance:   $30,157.64

 

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

Over & Above Offering In Memory of Olive Stribling

Donald & Jane Tucker

Donald & Sandra Tucker

The J F Floyd Mortuary

Arthur & Marie Wood

Nelle Waddell

Bill & Shelba Scott

Merle Bush

Leroy & Sarah Patterson

Jessie Smith

Robin Watson & Geraldine Wofford

Kate McFerrin

Rick & Liz Tipton

Randy & Linda Rhodes

Anne Williams

Tommy & JoAnne Westmoreland

Bob & Gail Hix

Bogie & Liz Mason

Bobby & Mary Dell Scott

Walter & Linda Garrett

 

ATTENDANCE AND OFFERING

                                   SUNDAY SCHOOL

Preschool                                   10

Children                                     26

Youth                                        26

Adults                                      128

Total Attendance                     190

BUDGET                     August 6               Year to Date

  Needs                        $   7,555.00             $241,760.00

  Offering                    $ 10,711.45             $238,073.79

  Over/(Under)           $    3,156.45            ($    3,686.21)

DESIGNATED FUNDS           

  Over and Above Offering      $   710.00

  Designated Offering               $   305.00

  Total Designated                    $1,015.00

TOTAL                                                            $ 11,726.45

DEACON MINISTRY

After much prayer, seeking the Lord’s leadership, the following were nominated by the church and feel that the time is right to submit their names for consideration to serve as deacons for the 2006 – 2009 term.  During our morning worship service this Sunday, August 13, you will be asked to select four people to join those already serving in this needed ministry in our church.  For those who would like to help select our deacons but will be out of town or are physically unable to attend, absentee ballots are available and will be accepted until 12:00 pm on Friday.

            Duane Bailey         Randy Rhodes

            Greg Cooper          Skip Scott

            Patrick Elliott       Clark Simpkins, Jr.

 

FALL YOUTH RETREAT

September 3 - 4  *  McCall RA Camp

Diagnõsis:  Learning to Take the Path Less Traveled!

This year's Bible Study is based on Titus 2:12.  "It teaches us to say "No" to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age."   We will encourage each other to live for the heart of God and learn practical ways to make God-centered decisions.  Recreational activities may include a 140-Foot Water Slide, Plumb Line, High & Low Ropes, Pamper Pole, Sky Glide, and Capture the Flag.  We will leave Sunday afternoon and return Monday evening.  The cost of $35 includes everything except snacks or souvenirs.  Sign up through the church office by Sunday, August 27, to receive a free T-Shirt.

 

MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE!

Many opportunities through our church music ministry begin this month.  Consider joining a choir and lifting your voice in praise to God!

Preschool and Children’s Choirs

Wednesday Nights * 5:40 pm * Beginning August 23

Youth Choir

Sunday Nights * 5:00 pm * Beginning August 27

Adult Choir

Wednesday Nights * 6:30 pm * Beginning August 23

Handbell Choir

Sunday Mornings * 9:00 am * Beginning August 13

 

Learn to Read Music Class

Saturday, August 26  *  9:00 am

Kay Young will be teaching this class and has asked for those planning to attend to confirm this by contacting the church office or Kay, 574-5967 before Wednesday, August 23.

 

 

Start of the School Year Celebration

FAMILY FUN NIGHT!

(And Blood Drive)

Wednesday, August 16  *  5:30 – 7:30 pm

Join with us for this great family event!  Parents need to be here to enjoy the festivities and to supervise their children.  All are welcome!  This year’s event features:  The Moon Walk, The Water Slide*, The Dunking Booth, The Giant Slide, Hot Dogs, Chips, Sweets, and Drinks.  The Piedmont Blood Center will be here to receive donations from 3:00 - 7:00 pm.

*Bring a towel and a change of clothes.

 

40 DAYS OF COMMUNITY

What on Earth are we here for?

A Church-Wide Spiritual Growth Campaign

Beginning September 24, 2006

Be praying that God will be at work in a powerful way!  The Devotional Guides may be purchased in the church office at a cost of $7.00.  We encourage you, if you are able, to purchase one for yourself and one for a friend.    The guides include 40 Days of Devotions, 40 Days of Journaling, and the Small Group/Sunday School Lessons.  Different guides for youth and children will be provided.

We also have copies of The Purpose Driven Life that can be purchased at a cost of $7.00.  Consider using it in your devotions this summer as we prepare for what God will do this fall.

 

FUNERAL MEAL PREPARATION

We need volunteers to help prepare dishes for funeral meals.  If you would like to help, please contact the church office for information and to sign up.  Thanks!

 

MORNING MISSION GROUP

Mon., Aug. 14 * 10:00 am * Prayer Meeting Room

The Morning Mission Group has invited Meg Hunt to share about her recent mission trip to Romania.  All are welcome.  A love offering will be received.

 

WMU FALL LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Monday, August 14 * 6:45-8:45 pm

Poplar Springs Baptist Church

 

EXTENDED SUNDAY SCHOOL

Each month Sunday School Teachers visit in homes, teach the Sunday School lesson and bring materials for Christian Growth to those in our congregation who are not able to attend Sunday School on Sunday mornings.  If you or someone you love would like to receive these monthly visits, please call the church office.

 

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9

11:30 am   Helping Hands Salad Luncheon

  6:30 pm   Mid-Week Service

THURSDAY, AUGUST 10

                  First Day of School

SATURDAY, AUGUST 12

  9:00 am   Sunday School Training - Morningside

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13

  9:00 am   Handbell Practice

  9:45 am   Sunday School

11:00 am   Morning Worship Service

  6:00 pm   Evening Worship Service

  7:00 pm   Youth SNAC

MONDAY, AUGUST 14

10:00 am   Morning Mission Group

  6:45 pm   WMU Leadership Training – Poplar Springs

TUESDAY, AUGUST 15

  7:00 am   Prayer Meeting

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16

  3:00 pm   FBC Blood Drive

  5:30 pm   Family Fun Night

 

“BACK TO BASICS”

Sunday School Training

Saturday, August 12 * 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Morningside Baptist Church

Classes are offered for directors, officers, outreach leaders, and teachers of all age groups.  There is no charge and no advance registration is required.

 

EQUIPPING PEOPLE IN CHURCH

Saturday, August 26 * Riverland Hills Baptist, Irmo

This 3 Hour Leadership Conference features courses for Sunday School teachers, volunteers, creative ministry, church finances, parliamentary procedure, missions, and dealing with difficult people.  Contact the church office for more information or to register for this event.

 

WOODRUFF COMMUNITY REVIVAL

Fall for Jesus!

September 17 – 21, 2006  *  First Baptist Church

Our church has been asked to serve as the host church for this community event.  Be praying as we seek to Lift up the Name of Jesus!

 

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

 

SHARING THE MINISTRY

Sunday, August 13

Greeters

Z Orias, J Davidson (f), S Ramey (o) R Tipton (p)

                   Counting Team                            Sound Booth

J Young, C & K Simpkins, Jr                          Z Orias

Nursery

J Foster, CA McAbee, A Tinker    pm – M Cooper

Ushers

T Foster, T Culbreath (f), L Craig (o), K Reynolds (p)

pm – K Smith, M Orias

       Welcome Center                      Blood Pressure Screening

    J Granger, J Harrill                    J Cooper, S Culbreath

Children’s Worship

K Smith, S Hix, H Orias, R Anderson

CASUAL SUMMER

Memorial Day to Labor Day

Please feel free to dress comfortably.

We want everyone to feel welcome and at ease.

 

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday Morning * 7:00 am * All are Welcome!