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

                                                            January 23, 2008

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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!

Sunday School

BREAKTHROUGH IN CONFIDENCE

Psalms 23

Morning Worship Service

TRANSFORMERS:  More Than Meets the Eye

Romans 12

January Bible Study

ROMANS:  God’s Amazing Grace

Romans 12, 13, 14, 15, 16

January Church Conference

 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

                      Arthur Wood, 1-27                  Nathan Rogers, 1-31

                      Jim Davidson, 1-27                  Joshua Philbeck, 1-31

                      Randy Carpenter, 1-30           Barbara Casey, 2-01

                      Laura Simpkins, 1-31

 

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

We extend our love and prayers to:

Virginia McTeer and family in the death of her

daughter in law, Jerrie McTeer.

 

MID-WEEK SERVICE

This Wednesday, January 23  *  6:30 pm

We will be studying Psalm 51!

 

FELLOWSHIP HALL WINDOWS

The Furnishings Committee and the Property Committee will be meeting together this Wednesday at 7:40 pm in the Fellowship Hall to consider options for our Fellowship Hall windows.

 

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.

 

PUPPET MINISTRY

This Sunday, January 27

5:00 pm * Grades 3rd – 8th

Come and take part in this fun-filled ministry.

 

CHURCH MINISTRY SEMINAR

February 9 * Morningside Baptist Church

Eddie Hammett will lead a discussion of his book:  Reaching People under 40 while Keeping People over 60:  Being Church for All Generations.  Contact our pastor to register.

 

 

This Sunday

January 27

at 6:00 pm

Fellowship Hall

Coffee, Cider, Hot Chocolate,

                             & Tea Provided!

ROMANS:  God’s Amazing Grace!

 

JANUARY CHURCH CONFERENCE

Sunday Night, January 27 after Bible Study

 

INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE

Would you be interested in being part of an Instrumental Ensemble?  Contact Barry Wash or the church office for more information.

 

The Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for

INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS

Tell Me the Story of Jesus!

Goal:  $6,000.00  *  Received:  $5,226.65

 

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

For Sanctuary Heating and Air

Over and Above Fund Balance:  $9,148.95

 

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

For the Work of the Church

In Honor of Frances Pearson

JoAnn Lanford Laster & Isabel Lanford

 

Lottie Moon Offering

In Memory of Obera Young, Mary Wall and

Tommy Dunaway

Randy & Linda Rhodes

 

Over & Above Offering

In Memory of Dora Osborne

Carolyn Culbreath

 

 

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE      Jan 20

  Preschool                                                      2

  Children                                                      16

  Youth                                                          16

  Ext SS                                                           3

  Adults                                                         79

  Total Attendance                                      116

BUDGET                             Jan 20              2008

  Needs                               $   8,280.00        $ 24,840.00

  Offering                            $  3,611.85         $ 18,338.25

 Over/(Under)                    ($ 4,668.15)       ($   6,501.75)

DESIGNATED FUNDS                 

  Over and Above Offering      $    81.00

  Lottie Moon Offering            $  150.00

  Designated Offering               $  386.00

  Total Designated                    $  617.00

TOTAL                                                             $ 4,228.85

 

 

PREPARATION DAY

The First Baptist Health Ministry Team is sponsoring Preparation Day next Sunday, February 3.

Get help and information concerning:

·    Wills

·    Living Wills

·    Durable Power of Attorney

·    Health Care Power of Attorney

·    Charitable Trusts

Sunday School

During the Sunday School hour, Coleman Catoe, an attorney with the Baptist Foundation of South Carolina will be in our church sanctuary to present information and answer questions.  All are welcome.  Sunday School classes are invited to come as a class or as individuals. 

Worship Service

During the worship service, Dr. Lonnie Shull, our pastor’s father, will be preaching about the need for spiritual preparation.

Lunch

Following the worship service, we will have a Soup and Sandwich Luncheon for the entire congregation.  Proceeds from lunch will go toward our Over and Above Fund.

Afternoon Appointments

After lunch, Coleman Catoe and Rev. Neal Cochran, a chaplain with the GHS, will be available for appointments.  They will answer questions, provide information and can complete some of these documents for those who are interested as time allows.  There is no charge for these services.  Please call the church office if you are interested in scheduling an appointment.

 

SOUP AND SANDWICH LUNCHEON

Sunday, February 3

We look forward to a great time of food and fellowship on Super Bowl Sunday and Preparation Day.  If you would be interested in helping make soup, sandwiches or dessert, please contact Pam Scott or the church office.

 

CLOTHES CLOSET

During the month of January, our church has been staffing the Woodruff Community Clothes Closet on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  If you would like to help this Saturday, please contact Carolyn Culbreath or the church office.

 

REACH OUT TO OUR VISITORS

Planning Meeting – Thursday, January 24

6:30 pm  *  Prayer Meeting Room

Come and help us as we organize our efforts and take on assignments so that we can be more effective in reaching out to our visitors.

 

 

COMMUNITY MEN’S BREAKFAST

This Saturday, January 26  *  8:00 am

West End Baptist Church

All men are invited to this great time of food and fellowship.  Coach Bill Owens, Upstate Fellowship of Christian Athletes Director will be our speaker.  Allen Durham will be singing. 

 

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, February 6  *  11:45 am

Our program guest will be Russell Dean who serves as the Chaplain at Martha Franks Retirement Center.

 

WORLD CHANGERS MISSION TRIP

June 14-21  *  Cherokee, NC

See Kelly Smith as soon as possible to sign up.

 

JOSHUA

Sunday, February 10  *  6:00 pm

What would happen if Jesus moved to a small town?  Joshua is an inspiring story about how hearts and lives are transformed by the power of God’s love.  Join us for this movie that stars Tony Goldwyn, F. Murray Abraham and Kurt Fuller and features an original score by Michael W. Smith and a performance by Third Day.

 

Church Family

VALENTINE BANQUET

Sunday, February 17  *  6:00 pm

Join us for great food, fellowship & entertainment.  The program will feature puppet performances & skits prepared by the children & youth, contests & other family entertainment.  Mark your calendars and plan to take part.

 

EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN

CONFERENCE

Friday Evening, March 28 & Saturday, March 29

Take part in this time of renewal, inspiration, & fellowship held at the Bi-Lo Center.  Registration is $39.  Contact Kelly Smith if you are interested in taking part.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Outrigger Island:  Living God’s Unshakeable Truth

June 9 - 13  *  9:00 am – 12:00 pm * Age 3 – Grade 5

Parents please mark your calendars and get ready for an incredible week!  Contact the church office if you would like to help in this year’s VBS.

 

YOUTH SUMMER BEACH RETREAT

July 14 – 18 * 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 17.  See Kelly Smith for details.

  

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

 

WINTER WEATHER POLICY

If weather conditions cause District 4 Schools to cancel classes, then activities & services here at the church will also be cancelled.  If weather conditions deteriorate during school, please call the church office for information.  On the weekends if a decision is made to cancel services, your Sunday School teacher & your deacon will be called and the answering machine at the church will be updated.

 

ASH WEDNESDAY

COMMUNITY WORSHIP SERVICE

February 6  *  7:00 pm

First Presbyterian Church

Bring your friends to this special service of worship as we focus on what it means to die to self and live for God.  First Presbyterian Church will be hosting this service for our congregation and the congregation of Emma Gray Memorial United Methodist Church.  Supper, Choirs, Lighthouse & Mission Groups will meet at First Baptist that night on an adjusted schedule.

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23

Life Walk – Exodus 13-15

  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

  7:40 pm   Furnishings and Property Committees

THURSDAY, JANUARY 24

Life Walk – Exodus 16-18

  6:30 pm   Outreach Group Meeting – Prayer Meeting Room

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25

Life Walk – Exodus 19-20

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26

Life Walk – Exodus 21-24

  8:00 am   Community Men’s Breakfast – West End

  9:00 am   Woodruff Community Clothes Closet

SUNDAY, JANUARY 27

  9:00 am   Handbell Practice

  9:45 am   Bible Study for All Ages

11:00 am   Morning Worship Service

  5:00 pm   Puppet Ministry

  6:00 pm   January Bible Study

  7:00 pm   January Church Conference

MONDAY, JANUARY 28

Life Walk – Exodus 25-27

TUESDAY, JANUARY 29

Life Walk – Exodus 28-31

  7:00 am   Prayer Meeting

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30

Life Walk – Exodus 32-34

  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

THURSDAY, JANUARY 31

Life Walk – Exodus 35-40

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1

Life Walk – Leviticus 1-3

 

SHARING THE MINISTRY

Sunday, January 27

Greeters:  S Scott, J McAbee (f) C Simpkins, Jr (o)

M Elliott (p)

Counting Team:  P Elliott, R & A Henson

Sound Booth:  J Young       Nursery:  R Horsley, S Lloyd

Ushers:  L Robertson, L Fowler (f) R Smith (o)

R Skinner (p)

Welcome Center:  R & L Tipton

B P Screening:  J Bowie

Children’s Worship:  K Smith, J McAbee, J Turner

 

 

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, January 23

Chicken Rings, Creamed Potatoes, Green Beans, Cookies, Tea            Cost:  $1.50

 

PRAYER MEETING

We meet for prayer each Tuesday morning

from 7:00 – 7:30.  All are welcome!