THE

 ENCOURAGER                   

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

Christian Service to build up the body of Christ.”

 

First Baptist Church * Woodruff, South Carolina

January 24, 2007

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PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

WHAT HOPE FOR SOCIETY

Genesis 11:1 – 12:9;   Proverbs 28 - 29

 

Morning Worship Service

YOU CAN OVERCOME!

1 John 5:3-5

 

January Bible Study

John’s Letters:  How to Grow in Loving God

GROWING IN CONFIDENCE

1 John 5; 2 John; 3 John

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

             Randy Carpenter, 1-30             Joshua Philbeck, 1-31

             Nathan Rogers, 1-31                  Barbara Casey, 2-2

             Laura Simpkins, 1-31                Lee Watson, 2-3

 

MID WEEK SERVICE

Wednesday January 24  *  6:30 pm

We are learning life lessons from the history of the Kings of Judah as we continue our chapter-by-chapter study from God’s word.  Join us this week as we pick up at

2 Chronicles 29.

 

PAPER PRODUCTS PROJECT

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

 

BAPTIST CAMPUS MINISTRY MEAL

Our church will be coordinating a meal for the BCM in Spartanburg on Thursday, January 25.  Students from Converse, Wofford, Spartanburg Tech, Spartanburg Methodist and USC Upstate attend.  If you would like to help with this meal, please contact the church office.

 

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.

 

IMPACT TEAM PLANNING MEETING

Thursday, January 25 * 7:00 pm * Cornerstone Baptist

A team of body builders that give powerful testimonies and perform feats of strength are being invited to do school assemblies in the day and evangelistic services at night during the week of April 11.  You are invited to meet together with other Christians in the community to help plan this evangelist event.

 

 

  This Sunday

                  January 28 at 6:00 pm

                        Fellowship Hall

     Coffee, Cider, Hot Chocolate Provided!

 

John’s Letters:

How to Grow in Loving God!

A special class is offered for children in Grades 1-5.

 

You are invited to a

VALENTINE BANQUET

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.

 

2006 CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS

Contribution Statements are ready to be picked up in Sunday School or you may stop by the church office.  May you know God’s rich blessings as you worship Him through giving.

 

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

For the Paving of the Church Parking Lots

Fund Balance:   $69,559.03

 

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

Over & Above Offering

 

In Memory of Jack Finch

Tommy & Lynne Morgan

 

In Memory of Steve Stephens

Tracy Switzer

Henry & Jean Casey

Isabel Lanford & Joann Laster

John & Kim McAbee

Lee & Angie Turner

Jeff & Doniece Lanford

 

ATTENDANCE AND OFFERING:

SUNDAY SCHOOL

                                                Jan 21

Preschool                                       6

Children                                       20

Youth                                           14

Ext SS                                            5

Adults                                        105

Total Attendance                       150

 

BUDGET                                 January 21                   2007

  Needs                                     $   7,969.00           $   23,907.00

  Offering                                 $   4,847.35           $   17,695.07

 Over/(Under)                         ($   3,121.65)     ($     6,211.93)

DESIGNATED FUNDS                 

  Over and Above Offering      $   341.00

  Designated Offering              $   611.01

  Total Designated                   $   952.01

TOTAL                                                            $ 5,799.36

 

 

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 from now until January 31.

 

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.

 

MEMORIAL SERVICE MEAL

Appreciation is expressed to everyone who had a part in the meal this past Sunday for the families of our members who have gone home to be with the Lord this past year.  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.

 

JANUARY CONFERENCE REPORT

At our church conference this past Sunday night, the church elected Bob Howard to serve Steve Ramey’s remaining term as a Church Trustee.  The church approved the purchase of a media projector that can be used in the balcony, so that the choir will be able to see what is being projected for the congregation.  The 2006 Financial Report and a report from the Morning Mission Group were presented and are available in the church office.

 

TUESDAY MORNING PRAYER MEETING

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

 

 

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, February 7 * 11:45 am

All are welcome!  Join us for great food and fellowship! Four for Him, our First Baptist Quartet, will be singing.

 

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.

 

“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.

 

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.

 

SUPER BOWL BREAKFAST

Saturday, February 3 * 7:30 am

Cornerstone Baptist Church

The program featuring Bart Starr, Anthony Munoz, Tony Dungy, and players from the Chicago Bears and the Indianapolis Colts will be shown live via satellite.

 

THE TRIVIA QUESTION

This week’s question:  Our church records from 1787-1804, 1810-1811, 1838-1935, 1976-1980 are recorded on microfilm.  Where are these records kept?

Last week’s question:  Which “House of Worship” was the first to have an indoor baptistry with dressing rooms?  Our 5^th House of Worship was located at the corner of Church and Wofford Streets.  This was our meeting place from 1849 until 1911.  The wooden building was 70 by 46 feet and had a “substantial baptistry” with dressing rooms and vestibule.  A painting of this building is on display in our Heritage Room.

 

 

 

 

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24

  9:00 am   MOPS

  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 25

  6:00 pm   Baptist Collegiate Ministry Meal

SATURDAY, JANUARY 27

  9:00 am   Clothes Closet

SUNDAY, JANUARY 28

  9:00 am   Handbell Practice

  9:45 am   Sunday School

11:00 am   Morning Worship Service

  6:00 pm   January Bible Study

  7:00 pm   Youth SNAC

  7:00 pm   Deacons’ Meeting

TUESDAY, JANUARY 30

  7:00 am   Prayer Meeting

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31

  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

 

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.

 

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.

 

LOOKING AHEAD – SUMMER 2007

May 28 – June 1  *  Youth Beach Retreat

June 11 – 15  *  Vacation Bible School

June 23 – 30  *  World Changers Mission Trip

July 9 – 14  *  National Acteens Convention

August 3-4  *  Promise Keepers Conference

 

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH CLASSES

Spartanburg County Baptist Network Office

Beginners:  Tuesdays 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Advanced:  Tuesdays 7:30 – 8:30 pm

The classes are offered free of charge.

 

THANK YOU!

Dear Andrew, Deacons and Church Family, Thank you so much for allowing the Healing Heart Memorial Service to be held at First Baptist.  Thank you, Andrew for giving the welcome.  The service is helpful for many people especially at Christmas time.  With love, Peggy Gilliland

(An audio recording of this service featuring a testimony by Elijah Ray is available on our church web site.)

 

 

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, January 28

Greeters

S Scott, L Turner (f), C Simpkins, Jr (o), B Howard (p)

         Counting Team           Sound Booth              Nursery

 L Harrill, J & M Ward       S Scott       R Horsley, S Lloyd

Ushers

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

      Welcome Center                      Blood Pressure Screening

          R & L Tipton                                 J Cooper

Children’s Worship

K Smith, L Craig, B Scott

 

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, January 24

Hamburgers, Chips, Cookies, Tea               Cost:  $1.50

 

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS

The Health Ministry Team is urging each adult in the church to have their blood pressure checked during the month of January.  Stop by the Health Ministry Room before or after Sunday School.