Notations

Woodruff Church of God e-Edition Newsletter

May 3, 2011

Pastor’s Notes
It’s hard to believe, but 1/3
of this year is already
history. It feels to me like
time is flying at warp speed. That means
that we must continue to press towards all
that God has envisioned for us. If you
remember, the first several weeks of
January I preached a series of messages
entitled “Moving Forward”. I truly
believed that the Lord was saying to me and
to us that we had to move forward in what
He has planned for us. We fasted, prayed, attended revival services….you name it and
we’ve tried to do our part. However, we can’t do just one or two things and quit. WE
MUST CONTINUE TO MOVE FORWARD!!!! Part of that moving forward has to do
with our future out on our new property. We’ve tried to do things that draw people to that
place. Beautiful crosses are lighted at night to draw attention to the “emblem of suffering
and shame“. Nice benches have been placed there for anyone to come and sit at the altar
area and spend time in prayer. Different groups from the church have walked the
property, asking for God’s divine favor. Recently we had a sunrise service and
worshipped the Lord to celebrate the risen Savior!

Part of the reality of moving out there is the selling of our present church property
(Sanctuary & CLC). Papers have been signed with a Realtor and you’ll see some signs
when you drive onto the property. There have been short discussions in the last few
Board meetings concerning the building. I’ve personally met with the architect and
builder and have established relationships with them and discussed the building project.
WE ARE MOVING FORWARD!!!!!!

I know some may be apprehensive with the economy being like it is, BUT GOD OWNS
IT ALL!!!!! None of this has caught the Lord off guard! He is the arranger and director
of our lives and holds the key to our future. I still firmly believe that it’s very possible
for us to move out on that property in a brand new building DEBT FREE!!!!! Is
there anybody that can dream with me, have faith with me and pray for that to happen?

God has been so good to us!!!! Our finances have not suffered through these economic
times. Even though some of you have been faced with layoffs and cut hours, God has
continued to bless us. It is only through faithful and consistent giving is this possible. In
the last two years , we have been able to put into the building fund $255,616.26. This
number includes your gifts towards the building fund, special fundraising projects and
surplus tithes. Can somebody shout AMEN?!?!?!??!?!

If you ARE NOT a tither…. Let me encourage you to begin.

Tithing is giving 10% of your income to the Lord. Many think
they can’t afford to tithe. The truth is, YOU CAN’T AFFORD
NOT TO TITHE!!!!! The promise of the Lord is to rebuke the
devourer for your sake….to give to you once you give to
Him….to bless you. God never promised a two story house and 3 car garage. But He did
promise to supply all you NEED! My God is faithful!!!!

If you ARE a tither…… let me encourage you to continue being faithful to God. You
know the joy and benefits of tithing. I’d love to have some video testimonies of people
that are faithful tithers. Would you consider allowing us to set up a video camera and
video you giving a testimony about the blessings of the Lord in your life through tithing?
If you would, see me (Bro. Terry).

To everyone….. REMEMBER TO GIVE

TO THE BUILDING FUND!!!! I know that
we did an 18 month fund raising project
several years ago. Many of you were faithful
to that and you fulfilled your commitment.
THANK YOU!!!!!! You know what I’ve
done? After my commitment was up, I just
continued to give. I had gotten used to giving
that amount of money every week and I just
continue to do it. I can honestly say that I don’t be-grudge it and I feel good knowing that
I’m helping the church MOVE FORWARD!!!! Would you consider giving every week
or month? If you are already, please know how thankful we are for your giving!!!! If you
aren’t, just prayerfully seek the Lord for what He would have you do. I’M SO EXCITED
ABOUT WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS (and I’m not talking about WAY OUT
THERE).

Special thanks to our Senior Adult Ministry and the

“Primetimers Choir” for the outstanding job they did Sunday
evening. They seemed to enjoy themselves as they sang and the
congregation seemed to enjoy is as well. Also, special thanks to
Pastor Shealy for bringing the Word of God on Sunday evening.
What an awesome word….”Finish Well”. What a move of the
Spirit at the altar service, too! So thankful that people finally
heeding the Spirit’s call to come. Keep praying that people will be
sensitive to the Holy Spirit and not allow ANYTHING to keep them from responding
when He calls.
 This Thursday, May 5th , marks the National Day of Prayer. The
Woodruff Ministerial Association is planning a service to be held
on Main Street in front of Woodruff’s Community Center. The
time is 12:00 noon and should last no more than 30 minutes.
Let’s joins with other ins our community for a time of prayer and
reflection. Hope to see you there!!!!!

This Sunday is MOTHER’S DAY!!! I hope that you will

be in church with your family! We will have a special gift
for each mother present. Also, for each mother who is in
Sunday School, there name will be entered into a drawing.
Four special gifts will be given to the names drawn. Come
and make this Mother’s Day a special time.

THERE WILL BE NO PM SERVICE Mother’s Day

evening. This will allow everyone plenty of time to be with
their families for this special service.

PRAYER LIST: Larry Trotter, Carol Richards, Larry Laster, Houston & Brenda Cobb,
Mike Cobb, Dennis Crocker, Ed Shealy, Bruce Bennett, Nicholas Cobb, Johnny
Coleman, Eula Giddens, Tonya Biship, Donna Earle, Lisa Morgan, Columbus Green,
Derreck Cooper, Cindy Cooper, Darrell Cooper, Wanda Jackson, Joe Young, Denise
Glenn, Tammy Morrow, Lucy Polson, Gail Wood, Patrick Teague, Ammie Ree Wyatt,
Ashley Robinson, Shut Ins and Those in Nursing Homes

Christian Sympothy to the family of Tina Mauldin

to the family of Margaret Hughes Wilson
to the family of Rex Duncan

Thank you for your prayers, visits, phone calls, and cards during my recent
surgery. Your kindness and support is greatly appreciated!
~Sincerely, Terry Simmons

Congratulations to Travis & Keithi Cooper on the birth of their new baby
boy, Preston Banks Cooper. He was born on April 29, 2011, weighing 8
pounds 3 ounces and was 19 inches long.
 SIGN UP BY THIS SUNDAY for our "Stepping Out" Ladies
Banquet. This will be May 10 at 6:30 in the CLC. Cost is $7.00
for adults and $5.00 for children , ages 0-2 are free. Menu :
Breaded Fried Chicken, Green Beans, Rice & Gravy, Macaroni &
Cheese, Corn, Rolls, and Homemade Cakes!
Fun for all ages Door Prizes Little Girls Pageant
Young Ladies Drama Videos Beautiful Decorations
Sister Wanda Shealy will be sharing a heart-felt devotional time with us.

Special Thanks to all those who helped with the Mother’s Day Bulletin again this year!
Remember to pick up your copy this Sunday! *Note: If a name has been omitted, please
see Lisa Terry or Wanda Shealy.

Ladies Munch Bunch would like to invite all ladies who are able
to attend to Turtle Parfait, next Wednesday, May 11 th for breakfast!
Hope to see you there!

FREED Meeting - Tuesday, May 3 at 6:30. If you have any questions, please contact
John/Jeanne Nemitz at 476-2819

MUSIC NOTES:
ALL HANDS ON DECK MUSIC MINISTRY MEETING: May 11, 2011 at 8:00
p.m. in the chapel! All choir members, band members, praise team members, and sound
workers need to attend this very important meeting

Please RSVP for the Children's Worker Appreciation meal by May 15. There will be a
sign up sheet in the CLC.

Sunday May 8: No Praise and Worship Practice or Drama Practice

Upcoming Events:
Kidz Jam June 3,2011
Shake it up Cafe VBS July 18-22
Youth Prayer - Monday, May 9, 6pm on the new church property.

Attention All Ladies! Premier Jewelry Fundraiser, Friday, May 13 from 6:30pm to
8:30pm. Proceeds from this party will go directly to the Jamaican Mission Trip. This
will be a drop in party with light refreshments. You can come by anytime between
6:30pm and 8:30pm to view the latest in jewelry styles and place your order. If you
cannot attend this party but would like to place an order toward this fundraiser, please see
Stephanie Fowler to place your order.

Baccalaureate Service is scheduled for May 22 in the AM service. If you are graduating
from High School or College please see Jason Fowler for details.

No Drama Practice this week!

 Greeters - John & Jeanne Nemitz

 Sunday School Greeter - Robert Sloan
 CLC Greeter - Paul Lundberg
 Head Ushers - Charles O’Shields and Bobby Brown
 Finance Committee- Ryan Ballard and Bobby Brown
 Usher Team #1 - Robert D. Sloan, Larry Young, Michael Brown,
Dennis Crocker, Rick Priester, & Brian Arnold
 Van Drivers - (Wednesday only) - Kathy Arellano and Carolyn Evertte
Tim Vassey and June Vassey
 Nursery - Wednesday -Amy Arnold
Sunday A.M. - Ann Knight and Lynette Tucker
 Kiddie Church - No Kiddie Church
 Music - Wednesday - Kathy Arellano
Sunday A.M.- Brantley Burnett
 Praise Team - Gold