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 15 - 28, 2007

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C. Andrew Shull, Pastor

Kelly R. Smith, Youth & Children’s Director                                         Robert L. Blanton, Jr., Music Director

Debra J. Fortner, Secretary                                                                                               Kay M. Young, Pianist

James R. Skinner, Custodian                                                                               Thomasene Owensby, Organist

 

PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

 

August 19, 2007

Sunday School

WHEN SICKNESS STRIKES

2 Kings 5:1-5, 8-16

Morning Worship Service

LIVING STONES  1 Peter 2:5

Dr. Lonnie H. Shull, Jr.

Evening Worship Service

I WILL…  John 16:7

Dr. Lonnie H. Shull, Jr.

 

August 26, 2007

Church-Wide Sunday School Assembly

PROMOTION & TEACHER APPRECIATION

Sunday School

A CALL TO BE FAITHFUL!

2 Kings 22:1-5, 23:2-4, 24, 26-27

Morning Worship Service

YOUR CHURCH NEEDS YOU! 

Galatians 6:1-10; 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Evening Worship Service

GOOD NEWS FOR ROTTEN EGGS!

John 5:1-9

Church-Wide Sweet Summer Fellowship

 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

                         Thomas Foster, 8-19            Ryan Morgan, 8-26

                         Aurelia Brock, 8-19             Dayna Chumley, 8-28

                         Patty Hill, 8-19                     Scott Weathers, 8-29

                         Katie Burgess, 8-19             Mike Lanford, 8-30

                         Danny Holland, 8-20           Beth Hinton, 8-30

                         Genny Morrison, 8-20         Randy Rhodes, 8-31

                         Justin Greene, 8-21             Hunt Jackson, 8-31

                         Brandi LaVallie, 8-21         Mark Soza, 9-1

                         Roger Miller, 8-24               Brandon Thomas, 9-1

                         Elaine Huckaby, 8-26          Hope Smith, 9-1

 

CONGRATULATIONS!

We celebrate with John and Marcia Ward in the birth of their son, David Michael Ward.  David was born on August 7.

 

THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS

Remember to pray for students, teachers, and staff as they begin a new school 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.

 

 

DR. LONNIE SHULL

Guest Preacher * This Sunday, August 19

We are delighted to have our pastor’s father return to our pulpit this Sunday.  Dr. Shull retired from full time ministry last year after serving 50 continuous years as a pastor.  He & Hazel, have 3 sons & 3 grandchildren.  The morning message will focus on how we can be part of what God is doing as He builds His church with “living stones.”  There will be a special time of dedication for the new school year.  Educators and students will be leading us in worship.  The Shulls will be singing.  The evening message will focus on the powerful promises our Lord said He “will” accomplish.  We look forward to the blessings we will receive as Dr. Shull shares from God’s word.  Our pastor will return from vacation on Wednesday.

 

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

“I believe something extra-ordinary is possible!”

We have received $131,273.54 to date for the parking lot project.  Gifts contributed at this point will not only help us pay for the new parking lot but will keep us from exhausting our Capital Needs Fund which is needed for future projects.  Your gifts are needed and greatly appreciated.

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

Over and Above Offering

In Honor of Carolyn Culbreath

Mary Dell Scott

 

In Honor of Debra Fortner

Sara Mudge

 

In Memory of John Stribling’s Birthday

Sam & Sheila Stribling & Grandchildren

 

In Memory of Jo Henson on her birthday

Ronnie &Ann Henson

 

In Memory of J W Shull

Telewene & Lewis Stephens

 

 

ATTENDANCE AND OFFERING:

Sunday School Attendance for August 12

Preschool                                      8

Children                                      21

Youth                                          15

Adults                                       102

Total Attendance                     146

BUDGET                           August 12                 2007

  Needs                             $   7,969.00           $ 255,008.00

  Offering                          $   8,777.00           $ 244,291.38

 Over/(Under)                   $      808.00         ($  10,716.62)

DESIGNATED FUNDS                           

  Over and Above Offering   $    343.00

  Designated Offerings          $    715.00

 Total Designated                  $ 1,058.00

TOTAL                                                               $ 9,835.00

 

 

 

DIACONATE 2007 – 2008

Please remember each deacon as they seek to serve our Lord through His church in the coming year.

         Mike Elliott          Skip Scott

         Patrick Elliott      Clark Simpkins, Jr.

         Lynn Harrill         Rex Skinner

                                   John McAbee        Rick Tipton

                                   Zane Orias            Curtis Walker

                                  Randy Rhodes       Jim Young

 There will be a called meeting for the new deacon group Sunday afternoon, August 26.  Please remember our deacons as you pray.  We express our love and appreciation to Jim Davidson, Bob Howard and Lee Turner who will complete a three-year term of service this month.

 

SWEET SUMMER FELLOWSHIP

Sunday, August 26

After the Evening Service

Bring your favorite churn of ice-cream or something else sweet as we enjoy “sweet fellowship” on this first Sunday night of the school year.

 

WMU SALAD LUNCHEON

Saturday, August 18  *  11:30 am * Fellowship Hall

All the women of the church are invited to this time of prayer, planning, inspiration, food and fellowship.  Bring a covered dish salad to share and enjoy!  This will take the place of the August Martha Lewis Group and Morning Mission Group meetings.  Please bring 1 school item with you for the District 4 schools.

 

COMMUNITY MEN’S BREAKFAST

Next Saturday, August 25 * 8:00 am

Woodruff Church of God * All are welcome!

Speaker – Doug Mylander of Upward

Special Music – David and Lori Guthrie

Join in this great time of inspiration and fellowship!

 

MID WEEK SERVICES

Wednesday, August 15

What Jesus Teaches Us About Prayer

Wednesday, August 22

Family Fun Night and Blood Drive

(No Mid-Week Service.)

Wednesday, August 29

Join us for a brand new study series in The Psalms.  The Psalms are a source of comfort & strength for believers in every experience of life from soul-stirring heights of praise to heart-rending depths of despair.  Come ready to receive a blessing!

 

 

Start of the School Year Celebration

FAMILY FUN NIGHT!

(And Blood Drive!)

Wednesday, August 22  *  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 Rockwall Water Slide, The Castle Moonwalk with Slide, The Gladiatorial Joust, The Newly Refurbished Beach Volleyball Court, and The Church Playground.  Wear a bathing suit and bring a towel.  The Piedmont Blood Center will be here to receive donations from 3:00 - 7:00 pm.

 

School Year

WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACTIVITIES

Beginning August 29

Fellowship Supper, Preschool Choir, Music Makers, Young Musicians, Youth Lighthouse, Mission Friends, GA’s, RA’s, Acteens, Challengers, The Mid-Week Service, and Adult Choir Rehearsal begin meeting each Wednesday.  A full schedule and a listing of important dates are available on our church web site:  www.woodruff1st.org and in the church office.  Pray that the Lord will use each of these activities in a powerful way!

 

SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS

A Place to Grow and Belong!

Promotion Sunday Assembly

August 26  *  9:45-10:00 am

On Promotion Sunday, August 26, all Sunday School Classes (preschool, children, youth and adults) are asked to meet in the sanctuary at 9:45 am for a time of inspiration and celebration as we take part in a Church - Wide Assembly.  This will be a time to express appreciation to our Sunday School Teachers for their efforts in the past year.  Students who will be promoting will be recognized and will go to their new class after the assembly.  Set an extra alarm so that you can be here to support and cheer as we give thanks for this past year and look ahead to what God has for us as we study His word together.

 

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, September 5 * 11:45 am

Join us for great food and fellowship as we begin a new year of Golden Age programs.

Our September program guest will be:

Comedian, Musician & Storyteller – Kristy Byers.

 

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday Morning * 7:00 -7:30 am * All are welcome!

 

THE ENCOURAGER

We will not mail out a newsletter next week.

The next edition will be for August 29.

 

 

SHARING THE MINISTRY

Greeters

J Davidson, Z Orias (f), R Tipton (p)

                 Counting Team                           Sound Booth

C Simpkins, Jr, K Murphy, G Cooper        S Rogers

Sunday, August 19

Nursery

L Morgan, P Miller

Ushers

K Schlock, S Stribling (f), L Craig (o), D Bailey (p) 

pm – B Scott

           Welcome Center             Blood Pressure Screening

          T & L Morgan                         J Bowie

Children’s Worship

K Smith, M Fortner, T Richards

 

 

 

Sunday, August 26

Nursery

E Knoke, G Nash

Ushers

L Robertson, R Smith (f), S Rogers (o), T Skinner (p)

pm – DJ O’Hara, R Smith

           Welcome Center               Blood Pressure Screening

R & L Tipton                            K Fowler

Children’s Worship

L Orias, S Hix, H Orias

 

 

FBC T-SHIRTS

Orders are being taken for t-shirts.  The shirts are light blue with brown print & include Isaiah 40:31.  Call the church office to be included.  ($10.00)

 

 

 

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15

10:00 am   Group leaves for Flat Rock Playhouse

11:30 pm   Helping Hands Salad Luncheon

  5:00 pm   Polity Committee

  6:30 pm   Mid-Week Service -

                   What Jesus Teaches Us About Prayer

SATURDAY, AUGUST 18

11:30 am    WMU Salad Luncheon

SUNDAY, AUGUST 19

  9:00 am   Handbell Choir Rehearsal

  9:45 am   Sunday School

11:00 am   Morning Worship Service

  6:00 pm   Evening Worship Service

MONDAY, AUGUST 20

  8:00 am   School Starts

TUESDAY, AUGUST 21

  7:00 am   Prayer Meeting

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22

  3:00 pm   Blood Drive

  5:30 pm   Family Fun Night

SATURDAY, AUGUST 25

  8:00 am    Community Men’s Breakfast – Church of God

SUNDAY, AUGUST 26

  9:45 am   Church-Wide Sunday School Assembly –

                   Sanctuary

10:00 am   Sunday School

11:00 am   Morning Worship Service

  2:00 pm   Diaconate Meeting

  6:00 pm   Evening Worship Service

  7:00 pm   Sweet Summer Fellowship

TUESDAY, AUGUST 28

  7:00 am   Prayer Meeting

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29

  5:15 pm   Fellowship Supper

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

  6:30 pm   Mid-Week Service, Mission Friends, GA’s, RA’s,

                  Acteens, Challengers, Adult Choir Rehearsal

 

 

 

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

 

 

CASUAL SUMMER

Memorial Day to Labor Day

Please feel free to dress comfortably.

Invite friends to come with you.

 

 

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, August 29

Hot Dogs, Chips, Cookies, Tea               Cost:  $1.50

 

EPIC:  Equipping People In Church

Saturday, August 18 * Brushy Creek Baptist * Taylors

Saturday, August 25 * Riverland Hills Baptist * Irmo

Call or stop by the church office for a full listing or to register for the sessions of these conferences.