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

November 15, 2006

 

                                                                

Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise;

Give thanks to him and praise His name!

For the LORD is good and His love endures forever;

His faithfulness continues through all generations!

                                                              Psalms 100:4-5

 

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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

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PREPARING FOR SUNDAY!

Sunday School

LIVE IN REALITY, NOT DELUSION

Isaiah 40:18-23; 41:5-7; 44:9, 18-20; 45:20-22

Morning Worship Service

“Catch Up Sunday”

LIVES OF GRATEFUL PRAISE!

Colossians 3:16

Community Thanksgiving Service

EMMA GRAY MEMORIAL

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

                     Jo Granger, 11-19                Katie Lloyd, 11-21

                     John McAbee, 11-20            Megan Sumner, 11-22

                     Lee Turner, 11-20                Muriel Cox, 11-25

                     Paul Brown, 11-20               Eric Thomas, 11-25

                     Wendie Lawson, 11-21        Ginny Suggs, 11-25

 

 

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

We extend our love and prayerful support to

Wallace Grubbs and family in the death of his brother, James Grubbs.

 

 

“CATCH UP” SUNDAY!

This Sunday, November 19

We give thanks for all the tithes and offerings that are given to carry on the Lord’s work through His church.  At the moment, we are about $4,000.00 behind.  The deacons have asked that each person consider giving a special “Thanksgiving” offering to help our church fulfill the opportunities God has given us to minister together.

 

2007 MINISTRY SUPPORT BUDGET

Our church voted this past Sunday to adopt the 2007 Ministry Support Budget as recommended by the Stewardship Committee.  Appreciation is expressed to the Stewardship Committee for their many hours of service, prayer, and deliberation.  Whether you are a tither, working towards the tithe or giving beyond the tithe, prayerfully seek God’s will with your finances as we work together in the coming year.

 

FIRST BAPTIST SUNDAY SCHOOL

A Place to Grow and Belong

All teachers are asked to meet with our S. S. Directors this Sunday, November 19 at 5:00 pm in the Adult II Assembly Room.  We are making plans for High Attendance Day, December 10.  There is a place in Sunday School for everyone to grow & belong!  We congratulate the Goodwill SS Class who had 100% of their enrollment present this past Sunday.

 

COMMUNITY

THANKSGIVING SERVICES

Emma Gray Memorial United Methodist Church

This Sunday, November 19  *  7:00 pm

Join us as we share together with Emma Gray United Methodist Church and First Presbyterian Church.  This will take the place of our regular Sunday evening service this Sunday.

Bellview Baptist Church

Tuesday, November 21  *  7:00 pm

Planned by the Woodruff Baptist Association, the service will be led by individuals from churches across our community.  Come and join in as we express our thanks to God!

 

THANKSGIVING OUTREACH MEAL

Next Wednesday, November 22

Each year we prepare a Thanksgiving Meal for the people of our community.  We do this especially for those who are in need.  Please be here by 8:15 if you are planning to help.  Join in this wonderful ministry.

TURKEYS, CORNBREAD & DESSERTS

If you are donating a turkey, please bring it the church no later than Thursday, Nov. 11.  If you are preparing cornbread, please bring it to church on Sunday, Nov. 19.  Please bring your desserts by Wednesday morning.

 

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

For the Paving of the Church Parking Lots

Fund Balance:   $32,760.26

 

 

GIFTS TO THE GLORY OF GOD!

In Memory of Clarke Garner, Jr.

Cynthia Garner

 

 

ATTENDANCE AND OFFERING:

                                              SUNDAY SCHOOL

Preschool                                            5

Children                                            22

Youth                                                19

Adults                                             121

Total Attendance                            167

 

BUDGET                     November 12                 Year to Date

  Needs                          $   7,555.00                    $347,530.00

  Offering                      $   8,375.09                    $343,297.52

 Over/(Under)               $      820.09                   ($   4,232.48)

DESIGNATED FUNDS           

  Over and Above Offering       $   160.75

  Lottie Moon Offering             $     25.00

  World Hunger                         $     85.30

  Designated Offering                $1,945.50

  Total Designated                     $2,216.55

TOTAL                                                           $ 10,591.64

 

 

POINSETTIAS

You are invited to help decorate our sanctuary during the Christmas Season by placing a poinsettia In Memory of or In Honor of a loved one.  The last day to place your order is next Wednesday, November 22.  Come by the

                      church office to sign up.      The cost is $10.00.

 

 

CHRISTMAS SHOEBOXES

Thank you for your involvement in providing Christmas gifts for needy children.  92 boxes were sent out from our church.

 

 

SENIOR ADULT FELLOWSHIP

At the home of Jim and Kay Young

Friday, December 8  *  2:00 pm

Join us for a great time of food and fellowship.

We will travel by church bus from the church.

 

 

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, December 13 * 11:45 am

Join with us for a wonderful time of food and fellowship.  Turkey and dressing will be provided.  Missionaries Mike & Mary Robinson will be with us to provide some “Christmas Bluegrass” and carol singing.

 

 

CARE VISITS & CAROLING

Thursday, December 14  *  8:30 am

We will visit the care homes where our members live in the upstate and enjoy lunch together.  All are welcome!

 

 

COOKIE BAKING CONTEST

Sunday Night, December 10

You are invited to bake cookies for our annual Christmas Fellowship.  Sign up in the church office to enter the contest.  Donations of Christmas cookies will be accepted whether you want to enter the contest or not.  This will be a wonderful time of togetherness.

 

 

CHRISTMAS CONCERTS

Our church is hosting the Christmas Concerts presented by the students of Woodruff High School and Woodruff Middle School.  All are welcome!

Choral Concert * Thursday, December 7 * 7:00 pm

Band Concert * Tuesday, December 12 * 7:00 pm

 

 

YOUTH CHRISTMAS PRAISE

This Sunday *  5:00 – 6:30 pm

As we prepare for the Christmas season, the youth will meet the next 4 Sundays in the choir room to rehearse.

 

 

CARE PACKAGES

We are putting together care packages to send to our college students.  Please call the church office if you would like to help with this project.

 

 

BAZAAR ITEMS

If you did not make it to the bazaar this past weekend, the Acteens still have items for sale in the fellowship hall.  They will be on display through Wednesday evening.  Come by the church office.

 

 

ACTEENS FOOD DRIVE

The Acteens are sponsoring a food drive for Helping Hands during the month of November and have placed a box in each of the Sunday School classes with specific food items.  Thank you for helping out!

 

 

 

Middle School Acteens

CHRISTMAS OUTREACH

The Middle School Acteens have adopted a child for Christmas and are seeking to pool their resources to be able to help.  If you would like to contribute, contact Lauren Orias or the church office.

 

 

 

NATIONAL ACTEENS CONVENTION

July 9 – 14, 2007

If you are interested in going to NAC in Kansas City, Missouri, a non-refundable deposit of $100 is due by Wednesday, November 29.

 

 

 

Woodruff Community

CLOTHES CLOSET

In 2007, January is our church’s month to staff the Clothes Closet.  If your class or mission group would like to “claim” a Saturday in January to serve, please contact the church office.  The Closet is in need of children’s clothes, especially baby clothes.

 

 

 

JANUARY BIBLE STUDY

John’s Letters:  How to Grow in Loving God

Sunday Nights in January!

We will offer classes for each age group.  If you would like to help, please contact Carolyn Culbreath, Julia Howard, Curtis Walker or the church office.

 

 

 

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday Morning * 7:00 am * All are Welcome!

 

You are invited to

A COMMUNITY-WIDE CELEBRATION

of love and appreciation for

Reverend Deborah Williams

This Sunday, November 19 * 2:45 pm

Beaverdam Baptist Church

Sponsored by the Lanford Grove Church Family

 

GIRL SCOUT CAKE AUCTION

Saturday, November 18 * First Baptist Church

Bake Goods will be available from 3:00 – 5:00 pm.

The Auction will begin at 4:00 pm

 

 

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15

  9:00 am   Mothers of Preschoolers (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, NOVEMBER 16

  7:00 pm   Healing Heart Grief Support Group

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17

  6:00 pm   Handbell Practice

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18

  4:00 pm   Girl Scout Cake Auction – Fellowship Hall

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19

  9:00 am   Handbell Practice

  9:45 am   Sunday School

11:00 am   Morning Worship Service

  5:00 pm   S S Teachers Meeting – Adult II

  5:00 pm   Youth Praise

  7:00 pm   Community Thanksgiving Service – Emma Gray

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20

  7:00 pm   Martha Lewis Mission Group

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21

  7:00 am   Prayer Meeting

  7:00 pm   Community Thanksgiving Service - Bellview

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22

11:00 am   Community Outreach Thanksgiving Meal

 

THANK YOU!

Dear Friends,  Words cannot express how much we appreciate all the prayers, food, cards, calls & visits.  We are so blessed to be a part of such a loving church family.  When I was in the hospital someone told me “Donna Hembree is on a first name basis with God."  WOW, how great to know so many people have been praying for me.  Your prayers and God's healing hand is the only reason for my recovery.  Things are looking good; please continue to pray that things will continue as they are.  This verse has been my strength during my illness "I will never leave you nor forsake you."  Hebrews 13:5

Donna Hembree & Family

 

Dear Church Family, Thank you all very much for the cards, visits and especially the prayers.  It is wonderful to know that I have a loving church family.  Please continue to remember me as I recuperate. In Christian Love, Frances Pearson

 

The Acteens would like to thank everyone for helping to make the bazaar, bake sale, and hot dog sale a success.  A total of $1,578.67 has been raised to far.  This will help our girls go to the National Acteens Convention.  Thanks for your donations and continued support.

 

 

THE TRIVIA QUESTION

This week’s question:  How tall is the cross on our steeple?  Jean Harrill and Edna Westmoreland were the first to give the correct answer to last week’s question, What country did Anney Alexander immigrate from?  The answer was Ireland. 

 

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, November 19

Greeters

L Turner, J Young (f), B Howard (o) L Harrill (p)

                   Counting Team                            Sound Booth

      S Ramey, W & L Garrett                         J Young

Nursery

A Turner, T Bailey, SA Ramey

Ushers

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

pm –  B Scott, S Ramey

       Welcome Center                      Blood Pressure Screening

        T & L Morgan                        S Culbreath, J Howard

Children’s Worship

L Orias, D Langdon, MC Ramey

 

 

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, November 15

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

 

 

MID-WEEK SERVICE

This Wednesday  *  6:30 - 7:30 pm

We are studying the book of Chronicles!