feel led to this morning. I wanted to give you the three points I made in the Sunday evening service. I was talking about how to get victory over things in your life. The text was from the book of Joshua. They were about to go in and take Jericho. The only problem was this city had very high and very thick walls. This was huge obstacle from taking the city. But the Lord told them they would have victory. How do you get victory when there are obstacles in the way? 1) You have to know where to go for help. The Lord should be the FIRST place we go, not the last place. He is our source of help and power. 2) You must follow instructions. The Lord told Joshua how many times to have the children of Israel walk around the walls. One time a day for 6 days, 7 times on the 7 th day, be quite except for the 7 th time, then shout and blow the trumpets. Very specific instructions that may not have made sense, but it was crucial to them having the victory. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS!!!! 3) CLAIM the victory. It is one thing to be told you have the victory. It is another thing to claim it for yourself. The walls fell flat, but they were still standing on the outside. They had to march in and claim the citythey had to claim the victory. We may very well have to march over some stuff that has fallen in front of us, but thats what we will have to do in order to get the victory. Some of us need to claim some things by faithbefore we see the evidence. Some of us need to go ahead and walk into the victory that is before us.
C O M M U N I T Y R E V I V A L - S E P T E M B E R 2 1 - 2 4
This coming Sunday night, our annual Community Revival will be starting. What a time to come together as brothers and sisters to be encouraged, renewed and refreshed. Please take note of the lineup for the week:
Sunday Evening MAIN STREET 6:00 PM Speaker: Stephen Cannon, Cedar Shoals Baptist Monday Evening 1 st Baptist Church 7:00 PM Speaker: Fred Quidley, Selma Baptist Tuesday Evening 1st Baptist Church 7:00 PM Speaker: Clarence Thomas, Cedar Grove Baptist Wed. Evening 1 st Baptist Church 7:00 PM Speaker: Andrew Shull, Woodruff 1 st Baptist
There will be Pre-service music each night beginning 30 minutes before the service. PLEASE, come out and participate. Lets have the best representation of membership of any church in Woodruff!!!!! As is our custom, our services will be moved to the Community Revival on Sunday evening as well as that Wednesday evening.
Woodruff Church of God e-Edition Newsletter September 16, 2014
We are excited to announce some changes to some things we have done in the recent past. We truly feel that the way to see our church grow (winning souls, not transfer growth), will come by making ourselves known to this community and doing what we can to impact them so we can share the gospel with them. With that thought in mind, several things are in the workings:
1) Make our annual Trunk or Treat a bigger event While we have had many people come, we think we can do it even bigger and better by moving it outside. We are checking to see if we can block off the road in front of the church for safety purposes and have things on both sides of the road. Being outside will enable us to reach more people as well as be seen by more people. We are EXCITED about this opportunity! Please be willing to volunteer and help in any way that is needed.
2) Build on Miracle on Poole St. This was a special outreach that was led by our music ministry but involves all ministries and the entire church. What a great opportunity to provide a meal, the love of Jesus, gifts and the message of Christmas. Plans have already been made and the collection of things is under way. Again, whatever is needed, please plan to participate and help us reach this community for the Lord Jesus Christ!
3) Mission Bags September has been the month over the last 3 years that we have passed out missions bags. We have asked that you take them and collect money in the bag over a 6 month period. This year, our mission bag money is not going to another country. Our mission this year is our BUILDING FUND! When you receive your mission bag, prayerfully, strategically, consistently.place money in that bag. Spare changed, dollar bills, a set weekly amount, monthly amount or whatever the Lord puts on your heart.
To help us make the greatest impact, we are going to move FALLFEST from October this year to the Spring. It will be sometime the later part of April or first part of May. We are going to coordinate the date to coincide with the ending of the money bag project. In other words, the day we bring our missions bags(building fund offering) will be the Sunday of the SRPINGFEST weekend! So that all the monies in the mission bags and all the profit from SPRINGFEST and the Vision offering we take on the Sunday afternoon following SPRINGFEST will be a TOTAL amount raised for the Building Fund!
By moving FALLFEST to the Spring, it allows us more time and energy to devote to the first two events I mentioned. It also helps us all to not have some many things we are asked to donate to in a row. It also spreads some major events throughout the calendar instead of having them all at the same time. Those attending our meeting all felt this was a positive all the way around. WE ARE EXCITED ABOUT IT!!!!!!
There will be a special meeting to set the date and to offer suggestions of new things that can be done to SPRINGFEST on October 9 th , at 7:00 PM. Meeting will be held in the dining area of the CLC. A second meeting is planned for November 13, at 7:00 PM. Please mark your calendars and plan to come and help us make this the most successful and vibrant festival we have ever had!
Christian Education Department- We are in need of a teacher for 4th and 5th grade Sunday School Class. Please see Pastor Jason if you may be interested in teaching and fill out an application. Please note: There are certain criteria that you have to meet to be a Sunday School teacher.
Women Walking in Victory Home Group meeting: October 3 at 6:30pm, the Jeanne Nemitz Home, 1478 Price House Rd (1477 if using a GPS to locate). MEXICAN FOOD: Please bring a food to pass; Andrea Cobb is bringing Taco Soup, so you may want to bring, for example, Taco Salad, Chips/Queso/Dips, Guacamole, chopped fresh tomatoes, onion, shredded lettuce, tortillas, etc), but don't forget the dessert. We will have a time of testimony, sharing, and praying for the needs of this group. You do NOT have to be a member of the WWV Sunday School Class to attend. If you have any questions, please call Jeanne Nemitz at 476-2819.
Prayer List
AMERICA, Tommy Wallace, Brenda Cobb, Frank Patterson, Beatrice Granger, Tonya Gibson, James Tillman, Kay Simmons, Larry Buchannan, Curtis Thackston, Brenda Brittian, Patrick Teague, Danny Lanford, Cindy Taylor, The Beck Family, Brianna Smith, Drew Nabors, Amanda Scott, Destiny Leonard, Sylvia, Carol Hopson, James Morgan, Ella Weathers, Mertice Whitmore, James Dame, Denise Woody, Lee Armes, Ronnie Ball, Kenny Waddell, Jr., Breanne Theo, Brenda O. Walker, Lisa Cooley, Darryl Crowe, Mack Roddy, Bobby Porter, Paisley Brown, Wayne Cox, Judy Crowe, Eddie Foster, Kim Roberson, Tim Horton, Those needing jobs, Caregivers, Shut-Ins, & Those in nursing homes
Christian Sympathy to the family of Judy Smith
The choir will wear BLACK on Sunday.
We will begin collecting personal sized itmes for our second annual "Miracle on Poole Street". Look for the collection bin in the foyer! Here is a list of things we are looking for: Purse size tissue packets, gum/mints, beef jerky, purse size hand sanitizer, men's combs, chapstick, car air fresheners, chip clips. Thanks for your help and support!
Community Choir practice is at 3 pm on Sunday at First Baptist Church. You do not have to sing in the choir to participate! All are welcome! Come on out and practice with us on Sunday! WCOG is providing desserts for the Sunday rehearsal.
Toy Closet- Its time to start collecting toys for our Christmas Project. Item to purchase this week is Teen Make-Up.
We have started a Ladies Visitation Group. We will meet at the church every Thursday at 1:00PM. Anyone interested in being a part of this ministry, see Mrs. Lisa Terry.
Hey guys, Yall ready to go fishing? Band Of Brothers will be traveling to Santee Cooper on Friday in preparation for our guided fishing trip on Saturday. If you have any questions feel free to call me at 864-706-3877 or Wayne Bishop at 864-909-4775. Please be prepared to pay your due balance in cash. The guide service does not take checks nor do they have anywhere at the dock that has an ATM machine. Extra cash is probably the best bet for everything, LOL. The guide service has advised us that they will be leaving the dock promptly at 6:00. If we are not on the boat, we will miss our trip because they have informed us that they will not wait. Make sure you have your fishing license BEFORE you leave home for the trip. There is nowhere to get your license at 6:00 a.m. Be careful in your travels and we will see you in Santee!!!!!
Our next meeting will be October 2nd at 6:30 in the mancave.
SENIOR ADULT REVIVAL: We will be having a special Senior Adult Revival on October 14 & 15. The time will be from 10:30 AM until 12 Noon, both days. If you would be willing to help in planning and promoting this meeting, please see Pastor Shealy immediately. We are meeting on Sundays at 5:30 and Wednesdays at 6:30 before church to pray collectively for this upcoming revival. We hope you can join us!
JOY CLUB MEETING- Our next Joy Club meeting will be September 25 th at 6:30 in the CLC. Please make plans to be there and sign the sheet on the bulletin board in the hallway. Thank you!
Mainstream Ministries will be having an Around Town Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, September 27th. Keep an eye out on the bulletin board for a sign up sheet.
Young Adult- Game Night at the house of Adam and Brooke Jones Saturday, September 20 at 5pm. Please bring drinks, chips and desserts.
We will have a Bon Fire for the Youth at the new property on Hwy 101 on Friday, September 26th. We will start at 6:00 PM.
Attn: ACTS YouthMake plans to be here early on Wednesday Nights for CONNECTION at 6:00 PM. We have the best fellowship and snacks are always available!
ACTS Drama Team We will be meeting Sundays at 5:00 in the CLC in preparation for our Youth Service on Sunday, September 28th.
Drama Practice Sunday at 5:00.
Extreme Kidz will be ordering new Tshirts, if you would like to purchase one see Ms. Donna
Saturday September 20 2-8 years will be going to pumpkin patch. Please arrive at CLC at 11:30 for lunch, we will leave for the pumpkin patch at 11:45. NO money is needed only if your child wants a snack or to buy something you can send extra money. Permission slips are to be turned on Saturday before we leave. If you have any questions please see Ms Donna.
Worker Appreciation Meal- September 21 st immediately following the morning Worship Service.
Extreme Kidz Fundrising Lunch- September 28 Adults $7.00 and kidz 12 and under 4.00. Menu Fried Chicken, green beens, Mac and Cheese, rolls, sweet and Tea. Please mark your calendar for this meal and support the Extreme kidz.
HELP WANTED: WE are having Trunk or Treat this year and it is going to be bigger than ever before. We need your HELP!! WE need EVERYONE in the church to volunteer. We will have trunks or candy, bouncy, popcorn, ices, games, balloons, face painting, free supper, But we can not do this without your help. IF you would like to help please see Ms. Donna or sign up on the Bulletin board in the hallway,( it should be up by Sunday). This is an outreach to our community to share the love of Christ and let them know that WCOG cares about our community. Excited... Next Meeting will be October 12 @ 3:00 CLC.
Upcoming KIDZ Events: October 18: Carowinds Trip for 8-13 year olds October 29 Trunk or Treat
September 9th is the 2nd Anniversary of our Hispanic Ministry as we know it now, Woodruff IglesiaDe Dios. To Celebrate, they will be having a special service at 4:00 PM on Sunday, September 28thand a special dinner to follow. Everyone is invited to attend and help us celebrate 2 wonderful years
Ministry Leaders for This Week Sunday Greeters-Kathy Arellano & Carolyn Everette Sunday School Greeter Robert D. Sloan CLC Greeter Paul Lundberg Crossing Guard- David Hoyt Head Ushers Charles OShields & Bobby Brown Finance Committee Ryan Ballard & Sam Garrett Usher Team #3 Buddy Arnold, Freddie Bright, Lamar Crowe, Tracy Grant, Clint Letourneau, & Marion Simmons Wednesday Bus Pickup: Phillip and Jason Tucker Take Home: Clint and Daniel Van 1 Pickup: Richard and Buster Van 2 Pickup: Tabitha and Brian Van 1 Take home: Deanna and Gina Van 2 Take home: Tim and June NurseryWednesday- Izzy Nichols AM Ann Knight & Ashton Garrett Music- Wednesday-Tiffany Burnett AM- Brad Burnett Praise Team-Maroon Guitar- Korey, Duck, Greg