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

                                                          October 24, 2007

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Celebrating God's Powerful Word!

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

RESPECT

Find Out What It Means

Matthew 5:33-48

 

Morning Worship Service

Gideon Emphasis

FIRE IN THE BONES

Responding to the Word of God

Jeremiah 20:9

 

Evening Worship Service

DO YOU UNDERSTAND

WHAT YOU ARE READING?

Acts 8:26-40

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

        Vickie Rae Smith, 10-30          Kate McFerrin, 11-1

        Scott Wilson, 10-30                  Christina Green, 11-2

        Scott Hix, 10-30                        Connor McTeer, 11-2

        Stan Hix, 10-31                         James Talanges, 11-2

        Melanie Garner, 10-31            Austin Weathers, 11-2

        Brian Lloyd, 11-1                     Henry Casey, 11-3

        Susan Culbreath, 11-1             Leroy Patterson, 11-3

        Judy Cooper, 11-1                  

 

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

We extend our love and prayerful support to:

 

Carolyn Osborne and family in the death of her

brother-in-law, J. H. Whitmore.

 

Tim Hunt and family in the death of his

brother, David W. Hunt.

 

Eloise Woodruff and family in the death of her

brother, William E. Loftis.

 

MID WEEK SERVICE

Wednesday, October 24 * 6:30 pm

Come ready to receive a blessing!

 

WOMEN ON MISSION

Sunday, October 28  *  5:00 pm  *  Adult II Dept.

Meg Hunt will be sharing about Romania.

 

MONDAY NIGHT MESS

November 12  * 7:00 pm

Join our Men’s Ministry group for a great time of food, fellowship, and inspiration.  Joe McClain will be our guest speaker.

 

PRAYER MEETING

Each Tuesday Morning * 7:00 - 7:30 am

All are welcome!

 

GIDEONS EMPHASIS

The Gideons International serve as an extended missionary arm of the church.  Their purpose is for men, women, boys and girls to come to a saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ through distributing God’s Word.  Sanford Smith will be sharing a special testimony during the Sunday morning service.  A Gideon will be at each door this Sunday if you would like to contribute toward the purchase of Bibles.  In Memory of and In Honor of cards are available each week in the back foyer.

 

From the Makers of Facing the Giants

FLYWHEEL

In Every Man’s Life, There’s a Turning Point

Sunday, November 11 * 6:00 pm

Jay Austin wants to sell used cars in the worst way... and that's exactly how he does business at his dealership. Promising more than he can deliver, he'll do whatever it takes to sell a car.  His manipulative ways permeate all of his relationships—even his wife and son know they can't trust him.  As a classic convertible is restored, Jay begins to see that God is working on restoring him as well.  Coming face-to-face with the reality of how he truly conducts himself, Jay Austin begins the ride of his life as he commits to honoring God with his business, his relationships, and his life!  Invite friends, family, neighbors and co-workers to come with you to this special service.

 

2008 MINISTRY SUPPORT BUDGET

The proposed budget will be presented for discussion at our Church Conference Sunday evening, Nov. 4.  We will vote on the budget on Sunday morning, Nov. 11.  Copies will be available in the church office on Wednesday, October 31.

 

OVER AND ABOVE OFFERING

“I believe something extra-ordinary is possible!”

Parking Lot Project Gifts Received to Date:  $136,915.09

 

ATTENDANCE AND OFFERING:

Sunday School Attendance       October 21

Preschool                                             3

Children                                             15

Youth                                                 19

Ext SS                                                  3

Adults                                               104

Total Attendance                             144

BUDGET                    October 21                     2007

  Needs                        $  7,969.00              $334,698.00

  Offering                    $  6,664.90               $313,005.80

 Over/(Under)            ($ 1,304.10)             ($  21,692.20)

DESIGNATED FUNDS               

  Over and Above Offering       $   126.00

  Janie Chapman Offering         $     45.00

  Designated Offerings              $   217.00

 Total Designated                      $   388.00

TOTAL                                                           $ 7,052.90

 

Next Wednesday, October 31 * 5:30 – 6:30 pm

FBC Back Parking Lot

We would love for all children and parents to make our church the first stop on their Trick or Treating route.  We will have reflective bags to give to each child.  A portion of the parking lot will be set up for children to receive candy and prizes.  Those who would like to give out candy are encouraged to call the church office and sign up so that we can reserve a parking space for you.  “Trunk or Treat” will take the place of our regular Wednesday night activities.

 

REVISED CONSTITUTION & BY-LAWS

The Polity Committee is recommending revisions to our Constitution & By Laws.  Copies of the proposed & current documents are available in the church office.  On Sunday evening, Nov. 4, the proposed changes will be presented to the church for discussion and on Sunday morning, Nov. 11, the church will have the opportunity to vote.

 

WINTER YOUTH RETREAT

January 19-21 * Pigeon Forge, TN

The Standard * Philippians 3:16

You are invited to attend our Winter Retreat in the Great Smoky Mountains.  The conference is packed with great speakers and entertainment.  The cost is $110 plus meals.  To sign up, turn in a deposit of $55.00 on or before Sunday, November 7.

 

FLU SHOTS

Wednesday, November 7 * 2:00 – 6:00 pm

Sign up now to receive a flu shot ($25) or a pneumonia shot ($45.)  Those who are under 18 must have a parent physically present.  The clinic is open to anyone in the community.  Please call the church office to sign up before Wednesday, Oct. 31.

 

READ THE BIBLE THROUGH IN 2008

Will you commit to reading the Bible through in 2008?  A new devotional guide called Life Walk is being produced that will provide overviews, insights, applications and other features for each day’s reading.  The cost is $25.00 for a year (12 issues).  The guides will be delivered to your home each month.  If you would like to subscribe, sign up before Nov. 1 through the church office to ensure delivery by January 1.  Help is available for those who would like to use this guide but cannot afford it.

 

JANIE CHAPMAN OFFERING

Church Goal:  $2,000.00  *  Received:  $1,768.00

 

 

FOOD DRIVE

The GA’s are sponsoring a Food Drive for Helping Hands Ministries.  Collection boxes are located in the Sunday School Classes and in the foyers.  They are in need of everything but could especially use the following items:  Cereal, Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Meat (Tuna, Salmon, etc.,) Rice, Dried Beans, Pasta, Canned Milk, Canned Fruit, and Canned Vegetables.  They are also in need of personal care items (shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, soap.)  Travel size shampoo & soap are especially useful.

 

Baptist Women’s

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

Monday, November 5  *  6:45 - 8:15 pm

Cornerstone Baptist Church

Refreshments will follow the program.

Program Leader – Rev. Paul McKee

Offering Goal:  $500.00

 

“CATCH UP” SUNDAY!

November 4

We give thanks for all the tithes and offerings that are brought to carry on the Lord’s work through His church.  At the moment, we are $21,692.20 behind in our contributions toward this year’s budget.  The deacons have asked that each person consider giving a special offering on November 4 to help our church fulfill the opportunities God has given us to minister together.  

 

NOVEMBER CHURCH CONFERENCE

Sunday, November 4 * 7:00 pm

At this conference the church will hear recommendations from:  The Stewardship Committee concerning the 2008 Budget;  The Transportation Committee concerning the 1979 Church Van; and The Polity Committee concerning changes in our Constitution and By-Laws.  If your group, ministry, or committee would like to be included in the printed reports, please drop them by the office, fax or email them by Wednesday, October 31.

 

HOLIDAY BAZAAR

Saturday, November 3  *  9:30 am – 3:00 pm

First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

The bazaar will feature thousands of crafts made by the Women of Woodruff.  It will be organized in shops:  holiday, baby, gift, bakery, garden, white elephant, and kitchen.  Enjoy breakfast and/or lunch.  Proceeds will benefit the Woodruff Community Center.

 

ROYAL AMBASSADOR DAY

At Furman University * Saturday, November 3

$16.00 for Game ticket and lunch.

 Sign up by October 28.

 

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

 

THANK YOU!

Dear Friends, Thank you for remembering me with the nice card.  You are very thoughtful.  You should especially thank your Pastor for his ministry to me in the hospital.  I am much better now, thanks to many prayers,      Love, George Norris

 

OPERATION:  CHRISTMAS CHILD

Share joy & hope with a needy child in a troubled country this Christmas.  Boxes and information flyers are available across from the Welcome Center.  A $7.00 donation is requested with each box.  The filled shoe boxes need to be brought to the church on or before Sunday, November 11.  www.samaritanspurse.org

 

GOLDEN AGE FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, November 7  *  11:45 am

Join us for great food and fellowship. 

Our special guest will be Rick Tipton.

 

DAY BY DAY

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24

  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, OCTOBER 28

  9:00 am   Handbell Choir Rehearsal

  9:45 am   Sunday School

11:00 am   Morning Worship Service

  3:00 pm   Personnel Committee

  4:30 pm   Diaconate and Stewardship Committee

  5:00 pm   Women on Mission Meeting

  6:00 pm   Evening Worship Service

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30

  7:00 am   Prayer Meeting

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31

  5:30 pm   Trunk or Treat – Back Parking Lot

 

SHARING THE MINISTRY

Sunday, October 28

Greeters

S Scott, C Simpkins, Jr, (f), P Elliott (o), R Skinner (p)

Counting Team                           Sound Booth

       Z Orias, P & M Wood                         S Scott

Nursery

T & V Bailey, A & J Turner

Ushers

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

 pm – DJ O’Hara, R Smith

Welcome Center             Blood Pressure Screening

             R & L Tipton                        L Turner

Children’s Worship

L Orias, C Fortner, H Smith

 

THANKSGIVING OUTREACH MEAL

Wednesday, November 21

Each year we prepare a Thanksgiving Meal for the people of our community.  We do this especially for those who are in need.  Would you consider donating a turkey?  Sign up if you would like to help in the kitchen that day, help deliver meals, or make desserts/cornbread.  Join in this wonderful ministry.

 

WILL YOU HELP US REACH OUR

VISITORS?

We have been brainstorming about ways that we can help our visitors feel loved and welcomed so that they may become part of the life and ministry of our church.  If you would be willing to help reach out, please contact Curtis Walker, 476-7368, or the church office.

 

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER

Wednesday, October 24

Chicken Rings, Creamed Potatoes, Green Beans,

 Cookies, Tea               Cost:  $1.50