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

February 7, 2007

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PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

SOMETHING YOU MUST DO

John 3:1-20

Morning Worship Service

BE AN ENCOURAGER!

Hebrews 3:13

Church-Wide Valentine Banquet

 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

     Jane McFerrin, 2-11            Michelle Smith, 2-14

     Ann Burdette, 2-13               Luke Meadows, 2-14

     Joseph McAbee, 2-13           Ethel Lanford, 2-15

     Lucretia Skinner, 2-14         Jade Cox, 2-15

     Rex Skinner, 2-14                 Jaden Cooper, 2-16

     Kathy Skinner, 2-14             Peyden Cooper, 2-16

 

LUNCH & SHOPPING TRIP

Thursday, February 15  *  10:00 am  *  Asheville, NC

Come and Join us for a hot buffet lunch in the Café on the Rock at Biltmore Baptist Church and afternoon shopping in Asheville, NC.  The cost of $14.00 includes a hot buffet bar, drink, gratuity and travel expense.  We will leave at 10 am and return in the early evening.  Availability on the bus is first come, first serve.  Deadline to sign up is 5 pm Tuesday, February 13.  Call the church office for further details.

 

MID WEEK SERVICE

Wednesday February 7  *  6:30 pm

This Wednesday we begin a study of the Book of Ezra.  Themes include spiritual renewal, God’s sovereignty, holy living, the power of prayer and Christian leadership.  Please join with us for fellowship, Bible study and prayer.

 

PAPER PRODUCTS PROJECT

The Morning Mission Group is collecting paper products for the Laotian Ministry.  If you would like to help with this project, please bring plates, cups, napkins, towels, & tissue to the church library.  Thanks much!

 

GLEANINGS FROM GOD’S WORD

Daily devotionals to help you read

through the Bible in a year.

By Gene & Jean Phillips

We have a limited number of these devotional books in the church office.  The cost is $10.  The proceeds will go to help the girls who will be attending the National Acteens Convention in Kansas City, MO.

 

TUESDAY MORNING PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday, 7:00 – 7:30 am * All are welcome!

 

You are invited to a

VALENTINE BANQUET

This Sunday, February 11 * 6:00 pm

Join us for great food & fellowship as we enjoy a Spaghetti Dinner and a Game Show.  Donations will

                go toward the World Changers Mission Trip.

 

FACING THE GIANTS

Sunday, February 18 * 6:00 pm

Our church has purchased a license to show the movie, “Facing the Giants.”  The movie, produced by Sherwood Baptist Church in Albany, Georgia, tells the story of how a high school football team learns to put their trust in God.  The film includes a clear presentation of the gospel.  Invite family and friends to come with you.  Copies of the DVD have been placed in the church library. 

 

“FACING THE GIANTS” BIBLE STUDY

Our youth are taking part in a special Bible study during Youth Lighthouse on Wednesday nights that features discussion and clips from the movie.  Pray that God will use this in a powerful way.

 

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

For the Paving of the Church Parking Lots

Fund Balance:   $70,297.03

 

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

Over & Above Offering

 

In Honor of Sara Mudge

In Honor of Mary Wall

Thelma Patton

 

In Memory of Those Who Died in 2006

Kate Hames

 

In Memory of Steve Stephens

Anne Williams

Ken & Carolyn Schlock

 

 

ATTENDANCE AND OFFERING:

SUNDAY SCHOOL

                                                Feb 4

Preschool                                      5

Children                                       23

Youth                                          21

Adults                                        112

Total Attendance                       161

BUDGET                                 February 4                2007

  Needs                                     $   7,969.00        $   39,845.00

  Offering                                 $   8,755.82         $   36,420.29

 Over/(Under)                          $      786.82       ($     3,424.71)

DESIGNATED FUNDS                 

  Over and Above Offering      $   329.00

  Designated Offering               $   362.20

  Total Designated                    $   691.20

TOTAL                                                               $ 9,447.02

 

 

Spartanburg County Baptist Network

ANNUAL DEACONS BANQUET

Thursday, March 1 * 6:30 - 8:30 pm

First Baptist North Spartanburg

Dr. Frank Page, SBC President, is the featured speaker.  The event is for all past and present deacons and their spouses.  Tickets are $8.00 per person.

 

PROMISE KEEPERS

August 3-4 * Columbia, SC

Registration is $69.00 (until mid-March).

 

BETH MOORE SIMULCAST

Saturday, February 24  *  10:30 am – 4:30 pm

Enjoy a day of inspiration and fellowship hosted by Cornerstone Baptist Church.  The cost of $25.00 includes lunch and a simulcast workbook.  Sign up before Sunday, February 11.  Childcare will be provided.

 

EQUIPPING PEOPLE IN CHURCH

Leadership Conference

Saturday, March 10 * 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

First Baptist North Spartanburg

Courses will be offered in Children’s Ministry, Youth Ministry, Collegiate Ministry, Men’s Ministry, Women’s Ministry, Music, Missions Mobilization, Disaster Relief, Deacon Ministry, Library Ministry, and much more.  Call the church office to register.  Our church will pay the registration for anyone who would like to take advantage of this “equipping” event.  The conference is sponsored by the Spartanburg County Baptist Network and the SC Baptist Convention.

 

HELPING HANDS LUNCHEON

Tuesday, February 20  *  11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Our church is hosting a Soup and Cornbread Luncheon for Helping Hands.  A $6.00 donation is requested.  Donations will go to help the needy in our community.

 

CAVINS SENIOR ADULT MEETING

Tuesday, February 13, 11:30 am

Dr. and Mrs. Lonnie Shull, our pastor’s parents, will be the program guests.  All are welcome, bring a covered-dish, the meat is provided.

 

COMMUNITY WORSHIP SERVICE

February 21  *  7:00 pm

First Baptist Church

Join with us and bring your friends to this special service of worship as we focus on what it means to die to self and live for God.  Supper, Choirs, Lighthouse & Mission Groups will meet on an adjusted schedule.

 

 

MOPS

Wednesday, February 7 * 8:15 – 10:30 am

The Woodruff Community Mothers of Preschoolers Group meets at our church on the 1^st and 3^rd Wednesdays of each month.  Contact Susan Cooper or the church office for more information.

 

YOUTH SUMMER BEACH RETREAT

May 28 – June 1 * Garden City Chapel

Join us for a great week of Bible Study and fun in the sun.  The total cost is $120.00.  A $60.00 deposit is due by February 11.  See Kelly Smith for details.

 

DEDICATION SERVICE

Forrest Hills Chapel

In Memory of John and Olive Stribling

Saturday, February 10 * 3:00 pm

 

BE RED CROSS READY!

Free “Build a Kit” bags are available at the Blood Pressure Screening Table.  On the outside of these durable bags is a list of things that would be helpful in an emergency.

 

2007 FLOWER CALENDAR

Call or come by the church office to reserve the Sunday you would like to put flowers in the sanctuary in 2007.

 

THE TRIVIA QUESTION

This week’s question:  In 1859, our church surveyed the community to find out how many homes did not have a Bible so that we could purchase Bibles for these families.  How many families in the Woodruff Community did not own a Bible in 1859?

Last week’s question:  How much did we pay for the first bus that our church purchased?  $206.00.  The bus was a ’53 Chevrolet that had been ‘retired’ from the Laurens School District.  Volunteers sanded and repainted the bus, recovered and bolted in the seats, put on new tires and tuned up the engine.  The bus was affectionately known as the “Green Goose.”  After 6 years it was sold for 5 times the purchase price.  Last week’s question was contributed by Rev. Bobby Morrow.

 

 

 

 

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7

  8:15 am   MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)

11:45 am   Golden Age Fellowship

  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

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11

  9:00 am   Handbell Practice

  9:45 am   Sunday School

11:00 am   Worship Service

  6:00 pm   Church-Wide Valentine Banquet

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12

10:00 am   Morning Mission Group

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13

  7:00 am   Prayer Meeting

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

  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

 

THANK YOU!

Dear Reverend Shull, We greatly appreciate the generous donation from First Baptist Church of $100 to the Woodruff Community Center.  Your donation will help us continue to offer vital programs and services that benefit our community and its residents.  We appreciate your commitment to serving our local community.  Please accept my sincere thanks for supporting the Woodruff Community Center. 

                    Eugenia Hooker, Executive Director

 

Dear Andrew and Church Family, Thank you for the powerful memorial service you gave on Sunday Morning in memory of our loved ones who have gone to be with our Lord.  The inspiring message and beautiful music touched our hearts and gave us hope and joy for that great day when we see Jesus and our loved ones.  The meal and fellowship following the service was wonderful and delicious.  Thanks to the ladies who prepared and served it. Our Love,

                                                     Kate Hames, Nita and Bob

 

 

BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY

Throughout the year, groups serve on a rotating basis, to prepare a meal the day of the funeral when there is death in our church membership.  Please call the church office if you would like to be part of this ministry.

 

 

GRASS CUTTING

The Grounds Committee is accepting bids for lawn care of the church grounds and the church cemetery.  If you know of someone who is interested, please have them submit a written bid by February 15.

 

 

HEALING HEART SUPPORT GROUP

3^rd Thursday of each month * Church Library * 7:00 pm.  The group is open to all who have suffered a loss.

 

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, February 11

Greeters

J Young (f), R Tipton (o), L Harrill (p)

         Counting Team                Sound Booth          Nursery

Z Orias, J Bowie, K Brown        Z Orias    J Stone, J Foster

Ushers

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

pm – K Smith, M Orias

      Welcome Center                      Blood Pressure Screening

      J Granger, J Harrill                       K Fowler

Children’s Worship

K Smith, C Fortner, P Sumner

 

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, February 7

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

 

A PLACE TO GROW AND BELONG!

Join us this Sunday for Bible Study!  There is a small group for everybody.  Contact the church office or stop by the Welcome Center if you need help knowing which class would best meet your needs.