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 31, 2007

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PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

THE WORD FROM GOD

John 1:1-18

Morning Worship Service

WHOLEHEARTED!

Deuteronomy 10:12

When we are half-hearted in our commitments to the Lord we miss out on some of the incredible things He wants to do in our lives.  Great joy and fulfillment come when we follow the Lord wholeheartedly!

 

Evening Worship Service

LIVE ON PURPOSE!

Colossians 3:23

Are we living for too small a purpose?  Life is more than football or anything else we might devote ourselves to. 

What does it mean to live for a higher purpose?

 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

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

     Adam Rogers, 2-5                  Chris Wood, 2-10

     Phil Wood, 2-6                 

 

SUPER BOWL BREAKFAST

Saturday, February 3 * 7:30 am

Cornerstone Baptist Church

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

 

MID WEEK SERVICE

Wednesday January 31  *  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 33.

 

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!

 

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!

 

 

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.  This Sunday, brief clips from the movie will be used to illustrate the message.

 

“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.

 

2006 CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS

Contribution Statements have been prepared and may 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:   $69,968.03

 

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

Over & Above Offering

In Memory of Bill Culbreath

Carolyn Culbreath

In Memory of Steve Stephens

Carolyn Culbreath

In Memory of Jack Finch

Walter & Linda Garrett

 

ATTENDANCE AND OFFERING:

SUNDAY SCHOOL

                                                Jan 28

Preschool                                      5

Children                                      24

Youth                                          18

Adults                                        121

Total Attendance                       168

BUDGET                                 January 28                 2007

  Needs                                     $   7,969.00          $   31,876.00

  Offering                                 $   9,969.40           $  27,664.47

 Over/(Under)                          $   2,000.40          ($   4,211.53)

DESIGNATED FUNDS                 

  Over and Above Offering      $   409.00

  Designated Offering               $   476.00

  Total Designated                    $   885.00

TOTAL                                                            $ 10,854.40

 

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, February 7 * 11:45 am

Four for Him, our First Baptist Quartet, will be singing. The quartet is made up of Bobby Blanton, Mike Elliott, Bob Howard, and John Ward.  All are welcome!  Join us for great food, fellowship and inspiration!

 

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.

 

 

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.

 

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.

 

MOPS

Wednesday, February 7 * 9:00 – 11:30 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.

 

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.

 

THE TRIVIA QUESTION

This week’s question:  How much did we pay for the first bus that our church purchased?

Last week’s question:  Our church records from 1787-1804, 1810-1811, 1838-1935, 1976-1980 are recorded on microfilm.  Where are these records kept?  Our church records for the years listed above are kept in the Special Collections and Archives Department of the James B. Duke Library at Furman University.  The Special Collections Department is open Monday – Friday from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.  Those who wish to view these materials are encouraged to call ahead (294-2194) to make an appointment.

 

 

 

 

 

DAY BY DAY

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

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4

  9:00 am   Handbell Practice

  9:45 am   Sunday School

11:00 am   Morning Worship Service

  4:00 pm   Deacons and Grounds Committee

  6:00 pm   Evening Worship Service

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6

  7:00 am   Prayer Meeting

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7

  9:00 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

 

THANK YOU!

 

Thank you so very much for your prayers and the concerns you have continually provided for Andree′ during her tough battle with ovarian cancer.  Prayers kept her going. 

                                                                             Arthur Long

 

Dear Church Family,  Thanks so very much for all your prayers, cards and phone calls during my cancer treatment.  The doctor tells me it’s all gone, keep praying that I’ll soon be completely over the sore mouth that the treatments have caused.  With Love for all your support,   Love, Sara Mudge

 

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.

 

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.

 

DEACONS AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE

The Deacons and Grounds Committee will be meeting together this Sunday, February 4, in the Conference Room at 4:00 pm to work on plans for the church parking lot.

 

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 4

Greeters

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

         Counting Team                Sound Booth          Nursery

Z Orias, J Bowie, K Brown        Z Orias       S & W Lawson

Ushers

S Lawson, C Simpkins, Sr (f), A Weathers (o), G Cooper (p)

pm – C Simpkins, Jr, C Willard

      Welcome Center                      Blood Pressure Screening

         T & T Sumner                                   J Bowie

Children’s Worship

L Orias, M Fortner, A Smith

 

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, January 31

Chicken Rings, Creamed Potatoes, Green Beans,

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.