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 30, 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

Wills, Living Wills, Power of Attorney,

Health Care Power of Attorney, Charitable Trusts

Coleman Catoe

Preparation Day Worship Service

ARE YOU READY?

Isaiah 38:1; John 14:2

Dr. Lonnie Shull

Soup & Sandwich Luncheon

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Lee Watson, 2-3         Adam Rogers,, 2-5

        Tyler Mason, 2-3 Phil Wood, 2-6

        Bobby Blanton, 2-5  Tony Skinner, 2-9

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

Our church family grieves the death of Kate McFerrin and extends our love and prayerful support to Jane and her family. George and Kate became part of our church family in 1944.

MID-WEEK SERVICE

This Wednesday, January 30 * 6:30 pm

We will be studying Psalm 52!

PUPPET MINISTRY

This Sunday, February 3

5:00 pm * Grades 3^rd – 8^th

Come and take part in this fun-filled ministry.

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.

INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE

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

EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN

Friday Evening, Mar. 28 & Saturday, Mar. 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.

WORLD CHANGERS MISSION TRIP

June 14-21 * Cherokee, NC

See Kelly Smith as soon as possible to sign up.

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

For Sanctuary Heating and Air

Over and Above Fund Balance: $12,519.95

The Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for

INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS

Tell Me the Story of Jesus!

Goal: $6,000.00 * Received: $5,501.65

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

For the Work of the Church

In Memory of Calvin Willard

Flynn & Tina Harrell

Over & Above Offering

In Memory of John & Olive Stribling

Rex & Jan Skinner

Sam & Sheila Stribling

Jack Stribling

In Memory of Obera Young

John & Kim McAbee

In Memory of Dora Osborne

John & Kim McAbee

Dickie & Jane Turner

In Memory of Bruce Foster

In Memory of Jerrie McTeer

Dickie & Jane Turner

Lottie Moon Offering

In Memory of Obera Young, James Smith, Meryl Gulledge, Vance Garrett & Jerrie McTeer

Bobby & Mary Dell Scott

In Memory of Vera Chapman

In Memory of Ruby Turner

Dickie & Jane Turner

Fellowship Hall Renovations

In Honor of Tommy & JoAnne Westmoreland

In Honor of Skip & Pam Scott

Jim & Kay Young

BIBLE STUDY & STEWARDSHIP:

SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE Jan 27

Preschool 6

Children 24

Youth 20

Adults 134

Total Attendance 184

BUDGET Jan 27 2008

Needs $ 8,280.00 $ 33,120.00

Offering $ 8,538.80 $ 27,877.05

Over/(Under) $ 258.80 ($ 5,242.95)

DESIGNATED FUNDS

Over and Above Offering $ 3,371.00

Lottie Moon Offering $ 275.00

Designated Offering $ 562.00

Total Designated $ 4,208.00

TOTAL $ 12,746.80

PREPARATION DAY

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

Get help and information concerning:

· Wills

· Living Wills

· Durable Power of Attorney

· Health Care Power of Attorney

· Charitable Trusts

Sunday School in the Sanctuary

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 asked to come directly to the sanctuary (we will take attendance there.)

Worship Service with Dr. Lonnie Shull

Dr. Lonnie Shull, our pastor’s father, will be our pulpit guest. Dr. Shull serves as a field representative with the Baptist Foundation. He was awarded the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest honor, after serving 50 continuous years as a pastor. He is a former SC Baptist Convention President & International Mission Board Trustee. He & his wife, Hazel, have 3 sons & 3 grandchildren. We look forward to the blessings we will receive as Dr. Shull shares from God’s word.

Soup and Sandwich Luncheon

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.

No Evening Service

Due to the luncheon and afternoon appointments we will not return for an evening service this Sunday.

SOUP AND SANDWICH LUNCHEON

This 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.

HIGH SCHOOL GAME NIGHT

Friday, February 8 * 7:00 pm * Youth Room

Join us for a great time of fun and fellowship!

JOSHUA

Next 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.

Worship With

SWITZER FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday, February 24 * 6:00 pm * First Baptist Church

Join with us as we host our friends from Switzer First Baptist Church for this Evening Worship Service. Reverend Randall Runion will be preaching.

SHARE JESUS WITHOUT FEAR

Sunday Nights * 6:00 pm * March 2, 9, 16

Learn to share your faith in Jesus with confidence and joy. This relational approach emphasizes the power of God at work in and through each witnessing conversation. Step out in faith and obedience as we learn to trust God together.

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. Parents are asked to pick up their children at 6:40 pm.

5:15 pm Fellowship Supper

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

6:10 pm Mission Friends, GA’s, RA’s, Acteens, Challengers

6:40 pm Mission Groups Dismiss

7:00 pm Worship Service at First Presbyterian

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.

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

YOUTH 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.

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.

PRAYER MEETING

We meet for prayer each Tuesday morning

from 7:00 – 7:30. All are welcome!

DAY BY DAY

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

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2

Life Walk – Leviticus 4-7

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3

9:00 am Handbell Practice

9:45 am Preparation Day Presentation - Sanctuary

11:00 am Preparation Day Worship Service

12:00 pm Soup & Sandwich Luncheon

5:00 pm Puppet Ministry

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4

Life Walk – Leviticus 8-10

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5

Life Walk – Leviticus 11-15

7:00 am Prayer Meeting

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6

Life Walk – Leviticus 16-17

11:45 am Golden Age Fellowship

5:15 pm Fellowship Supper

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

6:10 pm Mission Friends, GA’s, RA’s, Acteens, Challengers

7:00 pm Ash Wednesday Worship Service –

 1^st Presbyterian

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7

Life Walk – Leviticus 18-20

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Life Walk – Leviticus 21-23

7:00 pm High School Game Night

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9

Life Walk – Leviticus 24-27

SHARING THE MINISTRY

Sunday, February 3

Greeters: C Walker, J Young (f) R Tipton (o) L Harrill (p)

Counting Team: S Scott, B & G Hix

Sound Booth: S Rogers Nursery: P Gilliland

Ushers: C Simpkins, G Cooper (f) C Shaver (o) J Davidson (p) pm – C Simpkins, Jr

Welcome Center: T & T Sumner

B P Screening: J Howard

Children’s Worship: K Smith, H Orias, H Smith

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, January 30

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

OUTREACH SUNDAY

Next Sunday Morning, February 10

Join us as we launch a church-wide outreach emphasis. Everyone will be able to take part. We look forward to being part of God’s great blessings.