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

June 13, 2007

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PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

REMEMBER THE LORD IS GOD

Deuteronomy 8

Father’s Day Worship Service

A FATHER'S STORY

Mark 9:14-29

 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

      Linda Garrett, 6-24              Heather Robertson, 6-26

      Terry Sumner, 6-24              Sara Mudge, 6-27

      Dillon Stone, 6-24                 Lucille McMahan, 6-30

      Larry Thompson, 6-25   

 

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

We express our love and prayerful support to

Zane Orias and family in the death of his grandmother,

Mollie Spell.

 

DEACON NOMINATIONS

Please be prayerful about who you would nominate to serve our church through the deacon ministry.  Each member has the opportunity to nominate up to 4 people to serve for the 2007-2010 ministry term.  Forms are available in the church office and will be accepted until July 8.

 

Be praying now for the

WOODRUFF COMMUNITY REVIVAL

September 16 – 20, 2007 * First Baptist Church

 

CHURCH MISSION TRIP

June 23 -30  *  Chesapeake, Virginia

Please be in prayer for each participant as they prepare to serve in Jesus’ name.  Cards of encouragement may be sent to:  Indian River High School, Attn. Woodruff FBC World Changers, 1969 Braves Trail, Chesapeake, VA  23325-4923.

 

MARTHA LEWIS MISSION GROUP

The Martha Lewis Mission Group will meet Monday, June 18 at 5:45 pm at the Montrose Assisted Living.  Remember to bring small bottles of shampoo, lotion, Kleenex, etc.

 

BIBLE COLLECTION

The Morning Mission Group is collecting new, used and children’s Bibles for use by ministries of the Spartanburg County Baptist Network.  Collection boxes are located throughout the church.

 

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

“I believe something extra-ordinary is possible!”

As the Parking Lot Project nears completion, we are beginning to be billed for different portions of the work.  The estimated cost of the project is $254,661.54.  We have received $126,857.71 to date for the parking lot.  Gifts contributed at this point will not only help us pay for the new parking lot but will keep us from exhausting our Capital Needs Fund which is needed for future projects.  Your gifts are needed and greatly appreciated!

 

SKINNER’S BBQ CHICKEN & PORK

Sunday, July 1  *  12:00 pm

Join us for Skinner’s BBQ Chicken and Pork accompanied by baked beans, slaw, rolls, tea, lemonade and assorted desserts as we celebrate our nation’s independence.  The cost will be $7.00 per plate.  Tickets may be purchased in advance through the church office.  Sign up in your Sunday School class this Sunday.

 

THE M. B. MORROW JR.

SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT

First Baptist Church in Gaffney has established a scholarship endowment for students in honor of their pastor emeritus.  Dr. Morrow served as our pastor from 1968 – 1973.  Contributions to the fund can be made to the Baptist Foundation, 190 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC  29210-8239.

 

MID-WEEK SERVICE

This Wednesday, June 13  *  6:30 pm   All are welcome!

Join with us as we continue our study in The Book of Job.

 

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

Over & Above In Memory of Steve Stephens

Tom & Jane Foster

 

ATTENDANCE AND OFFERING:

Sunday School Attendance for June 10

Preschool                                 6

Children                                 18

Youth                                     14

Adults                                  113

Total Attendance                 151

BUDGET                      June 10                     2007

  Needs                     $   7,969.00               $ 183,287.00

  Offering                 $   6,134.90               $ 174,627.27

 Over/(Under)         ($   1,834.10)            ($     8,659.73)

DESIGNATED FUNDS                 

  Over and Above Offering     $   727.66

  Relay for Life                       $     60.00

  Designated Offerings            $   180.74

 Total Designated                    $   968.40

TOTAL                                                                $ 7,103.30

 

 

Game Day Central: 

Where Heroes are Made!

Continue to pray for Vacation Bible School!

We give thanks for each one who has had

a part in making it a great week!

 

2007 VBS Faculty:

Director                         3rd & 4th Grade

Kris Simpkins                 Amanda Tinker

                                                          Carol Anne McAbee

Age 3                              Myra Wood

Ann Rogers                     Bobby Scott

Koosje Smith

Rachel King                     5th Grade

                                        Julia Howard

Age 4                              Peggy Gilliland

Susan Cooper

Jolene Brown                  Music

Shelba Scott                     Marcia Ward

Rhonda Compton

Jordan Garner                  Recreation

Caleb Weathers               Heather Elliott

                                         Trey Richards

Age 5    

Kelly Smith                      Worship

Amy Sutton                      Andrew Shull

Jessica Westmoreland      Marcia Ward

 

1^st Grade                          Multimedia

Jennifer Yarbray               Bobby Scott

Pam Scott                          Heather Elliott

Randy Carpenter               James Talanges

 

                                                                Refreshments

2nd Grade                         Loretta Burdette

Rae Smith                           Marie Wood

Cameron Wood                 Gail Nash

Lindsey Craig

                                           Transportation

                                            Kelly Smith

 

"Run with endurance the race that lies before us, keeping our eyes on Jesus, the source and perfecter of our faith." Hebrews 12:1-2

 

 

KIDNEY TRANSPLANT

One of our friends, Mr. Robert Briggs, is in need of a kidney transplant.  He needs to raise $3,200.00 to secure his transplant status at Emory University Hospital in order to be placed on the active list.  The Robert L Briggs Kidney Fund has been established for him at Arthur State Bank.  Please prayerfully consider making a donation to this fund.  I know he will be very grateful for any amount you may be able to give.  Sincerely, Kathy Soza

 

 

CASUAL SUMMER

Memorial Day to Labor Day

Casual summer has begun.  Please feel free to dress comfortably.  Invite friends to come with you.

 

 

HOT DAYS AND COOL BOOKS!

Come and join the fun!  From June 10 to September 1, the Church Library is sponsoring a “Read-a-Thon.”  Children, Youth, and Adults will be awarded separately.  Rules and forms are available in the church office and in the library.

 

 

Helping Hand Ministries

CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

Thursday, June 21 * Three Pines Country Club

Registration forms are available in the church office.

  

RELAY REPORT

Appreciation is expressed to everyone who was able to participate in the fund raising events and the Relay for Life activities.  Over $2,400.00 was raised for the fight against cancer through the efforts of the First Baptist Relay Team.

 

FATHER’S DAY GIFT

A special gift will be presented to each father who is in attendance at this Sunday’s worship service.  Plan to join with your family of faith as we worship God together.

 

FATHER’S DAY SCHEDULE

In keeping with long-standing tradition, we will not meet for an Evening Worship Service or for any activities this Sunday night.

 

BASEBALL

Greenville Drive vs. Kannapolis Intimidators

Bring your family as we go out to the ballpark.  We will leave from the church at 5:30 pm on Friday, July 13.  The cost of admission is $5.00.  Children 10 and under must have an adult chaperone.  Sign up by bringing your money to the church before Thursday, June 28.  The game starts at 7:00 pm.  Fireworks will follow the game.

 

 

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, June 17

Greeters

S Scott, L Turner (f), L Harrill (o), P Elliott (p)

                 Counting Team                        Sound Booth

        R Rhodes, H & J Woodfin                J Young

Nursery

J Brown, B Flynn

Ushers

K Schlock, S Stribling (f), M Green (o), D Bailey (p))

         Welcome Center                 Blood Pressure Screening

         T & L Morgan                                  C Schlock

Children’s Worship

L Orias, H Orias, R Wilson

 

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13

  9:00 am   Vacation Bible School

  6:30 pm   Mid-Week Service

THURSDAY, JUNE 14

  9:00 am   Vacation Bible School

  6:00 pm   Adult Choir Rehearsal

FRIDAY, JUNE 15

  9:00 am   Vacation Bible School

SUNDAY, JUNE 17

  9:45 am   Sunday School

11:00 am   Father’s Day Worship Service

MONDAY, JUNE 18

  5:45 pm   Martha Lewis Mission Group – Montrose Manor

TUESDAY, JUNE 19

  7:00 am   Prayer Meeting

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20

  6:30 pm   Mid-Week Service

THURSDAY, JUNE 21

  7:00 pm   Healing Heart Grief Support Group

SATURDAY, JUNE 23

  5:30 am   World Changers Depart

 

THANK YOU!

Dear First Baptist Church, Thank you for the Bible, the CD and most of all for being my second family.  I have grown up in the church and around you people and have become a man of good character and a follower of Christ.  With love,

                                                                       Austin Weathers

Dear Church Family, I would like to thank my church family for all your love and support throughout the years.  I would also like to thank you for the beautiful graduation service, engraved Bible and devotional CD.  Thanks also for the delicious meal, we enjoyed it very much.  Please keep me in your prayers as I begin a new chapter in my life. 

                                             In Christian Love, Katie Morgan

 

JUNE ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL

Thursday, June 14 * 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Come and join the Adult Choir!  Rehearsals in the summer will be held monthly.  Enjoy great fellowship, refreshments and singing.  All are welcome!

 

RAFTING ON THE NANTAHALA RIVER

Join us Saturday, July 21.  The cost is $30 per person and includes rafting and a meal after the rafting trip.  This is a great family outing, so sign your family up today.  Bring your money to sign up before Thursday, June 28.  Space is limited.

 

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.

 

PROMISE KEEPERS

Flood:  Energizing Men of Integrity

August 3-4 * Columbia, SC

Contact the church office to register.