Congaree Baptist Church
Steven A. McLain, Pastor
101 Pine Ridge Drive
West Columbia, SC 29172
803.755.9556
www.congareebaptistchurch.org
March 14, 2010
Morning Worship – 10:30 am
Prelude
Call to Worship “Blessed be the Name” Choir
*Hymn “The Lily of the Valley” p.189
Welcome & Morning Prayer Rev. Steven A. McLain
*Fellowship Chorus “Great and Mighty”
“Great and mighty is the Lord our God, Great and mighty is He. Great and mighty is the Lord our God, Great and mighty is He. Lift up your banner, let the anthems ring praises to our King; Great and mighty is the Lord our God, Great and mighty is He.”
(Written by Marlene Bigly, Copyright 1984, CCLI#2370880)
*Offertory Hymn “The Old Rugged Cross” p.141
*Doxology
“Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” p.253
Offertory Prayer Ushers
Offertory “Wonderful, Merciful Savior”
Special Music “Jesus is Coming Soon” Choir
Message Rev. Steven A. McLain
“Moved With Fear”
(Hebrews 11:7)
*Hymn of Invitation
“Near to the Heart of God” p.295
Benediction Rev. Steven A. McLain
Postlude
*Congregation stands and sings
We would like to have a record of your visit today. Please complete a “welcome” card located in the back of each pew, fill it in and place it in the plate during the offertory. Thank you for visiting Congaree Baptist and we trust the Lord will bless you through this service. Please come and worship with us again.
Evening Worship – 6:00 pm
Prelude
*Hymn “Footsteps of Jesus” p. 483
Welcome & Evening Prayer Rev. Steven A. McLain
*Offertory Hymn
“When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder” p. 516
Offertory Prayer Ushers
Offertory
Special Music
Message Rev. Steven A. McLain
“Smile God Loves You”
(Hebrews 10:31)
*Invitation Hymn “Speak to My Heart” p.281
Benediction Rev. Steven A. McLain
Postlude
Opportunities for the Week
Sunday – March 14th
Intercessory Prayer-------------------------- 9:00 am
Library Hours-------------------------------- 9:00 am
Sunday School ------------------------------- 9:30 am
Children’s New Believers Class--------------- 9:30 am
Morning Worship----------------------------- 10:30 am
Children’s Worship-------------------------- 10:30 am
Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting------- 11:30 am
Women with Purpose Bible Study--------------- 4:30 pm
Evening Worship----------------------------- 6:00 pm
Youth Bible Study --------------------------- 6:00 pm
Children’s Bible Drill ---------------------- 6:00 pm
Monday - March 15th
WOM------------------------------------------ 7:00 pm
Wednesday – March 17th
Supper--------------------------------------- 5:30 pm
Menu: Deer Steak, vegetables, Dessert,
Iced tea, Lemonade, Coffee
Prayer Meeting/Bible Study------------------- 6:30 pm
Youth (grades 7-12)-------------------------- 6:30 pm
GA’s & RA’s (grades 3-6)
Mission Friends (ages 2-7 years)
Adult Choir Practice------------------------- 7:30 pm
Nursery provided for Children (Birth-3 yrs)
A nursery is provided for the Morning & Evening Worship Services. The nursery is located in the Children’s Building behind the playground. If you need help ask any member and they will assist you.
In the Nursery Today
Nursery am--------------- Keith & Ancha Sturkie
Toddlers am-------------- Nikki and Tim Wojcik
Nursery pm--------------- Jason & Misty Sturkie
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Flowers are given in honor of Ottie Roberson’s 99th Birthday from her family.
The Building & Grounds Committee will meet today at 11:30 am.
This afternoon there is a drop-in baby shower for Sara Pelfrey Earle from 2-4 pm. The shower will be held in the Shadows of the Cross classroom. Sara is registered at Target & Babies R Us. IT’S A GIRL!
Just Give Me Jesus-Do you long for a fresh touch from God or a more intimate relationship with Jesus Christ? If so, make plans to attend Just Give Me Jesus at Greenville’s BI-LO Center on March 19 & 20, 2010. This is a free two-day revival for women. For more information, please call church office or visit www.AnneGrahamLotz.com.
“Extraordinary Women of the Bible” study will be presented by Riverland Hills’ Dorcas Sunday School class. The study will be held Saturday, March 20, 2010 from 9:00 -11:30 am. The fee is $5 per person. If anyone is interested in attending please call the church office for a registration form.
The Community Easter Egg Hunt is March 27 from 10 am-12 noon. Please meet in the gym at 10 am. Workers are needed. Please sign up in the Children’s building on sheets located by the bulletin board. Workers will need to arrive by 9 am. If you need further information see or call Annette Havens.
3rd Annual Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, April 17, at 9:00 am at Charwood Golf Course. Registration cost is $65 per player and includes green fees, cart fees, range balls, lunch and door prizes. To sponsor a hole and get a free entry see Benji Carpenter, Ryan Havens or visit our website at
www.congareebaptistchurch.org for more information.
Our Annie Armstrong Offering March to the Altar will be during the morning service on Sunday, March 28. Included in today’s bulletin are the prayer guides and an offering envelope. Please give as the Lord leads you.
Statistics for Sunday, March 7, 2010
Sunday School Attendance------- 146
Morning Worship Attendance----- 158
Weekly Budget Requirement--- $5,852.00
Undesignated Funds Received- $4,846.94
Designated Funds Received----- $265.00
Total Received-------------- $5,111.94
Marvin Watson Deacon of Month
Jimmy Watford (Assistant)
Your deacons are ready to serve you.
Rev. Steven A. McLain- Pastor
Toni Russell---------- Executive Assistant to the Pastor
Jason Sturkie--------- Youth Director
Ronda Connell--------- Music Director
Joyce Baldwin--------- Organist
Barbara Williams------ Pianist
Church Office Hours
Monday – Thursday----------------- 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Friday --------------------------- 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Ways to Contact the Church
Email: congareebaptist@sc.rr.com
Web Site: www.congareebaptistchurch.org
Telephone: 803.755.9556
