VISION

August 2010

Volume 27 Number 8

(A Monthly Publication)

  Congaree Baptist Church

101 Pine Ridge Drive

West Columbia, SC 29172    

803.755.9556 

Rev. Steven A. McLain……Pastor

Mrs. Toni Russell …………Executive Assistant to the Pastor

Mr. Jason Sturkie………….Youth Director

Mrs. Ronda Connell…….....Music Director

August 14 & 15, 2010

Watch the bulletin for More information

Begin

August 18, 2010

at 6:30 p.m.

Hello Brothers & Sisters of Congaree,

As I was reading a devotion I came across these words, “What’s in front of you is far more important than what is behind you. Where you are going is more significant than where you came from or where you have been.” This is such a profound statement when you apply it to your works with the Lord. None of us can change one minute of the past; however, we can learn from the past and be available for God to use us in the future to glorify Him. We need not mourn the past but brighten the future with what we have experienced in the past. Applying these words to many situations in your life may cause you to see the amazing future God has planned for you. In addition, all members are privileged to be a part of bringing the light of Jesus Christ to our community.

 I am praying and loving each and everyone of you daily. Please know that I am available to you when needed. 

 “I know the plans I have for you,” says the LORD. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.”   (Jeremiah 29:11)

  In Christ,

Stephen A. McLain

Join the ROADRUNNERS on Monday,

August 9 at 11:00 a.m. for our monthly luncheon. This luncheon we ask that you bring covered dish to share with others. 

Our special guest will be one of Congaree’s own, Ms. Eva Warren. She is a dynamic vocalist and a very talented pianist. She will bless your heart as she shares the music God has given her to bring to us.

 I encourage all senior adults to come and join us for scrumptious food and exceptional fellowship. Ask another senior adult to come with you so they can experience the love and caring of CBC.

 We love visitors!

 Doris Mooney

Senior Adult Coordinator

     Sunday Morning & Evening Schedule

Intercessory Prayer. 9:00 a.m.

Library Hours. 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School. 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship. 10:30 a.m.

Children’s Worship. 10:30 a.m.

Evening Worship. 6:00 p.m.

Youth Bible Study. 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening Schedule

Supper. 5:30 p.m.

Prayer Meeting /Bible Study. 6:30 p.m.

Kids For Christ (4 weeks). 6:30 p.m.

Adult Choir Practice. 7:30 p.m.

     August Volunteers

Deacon of the Month. Jimmy Watford

Deacon Assistant. Keith Sturkie

 Children’s Church (2 yrs old-2nd grade) 

1. Need workers*

8. Need workers*

15. Rebecca Sturkie & Christie Sharpe

22. Faye Corbitt, Laura Zahler, Laurie Harvey

29. Anneda & Scott Simms

Children’s Church (3rd-6th grade)

1. Carla & Mike Kopacz

8. Need workers*

15. Need workers*

22. Need workers*

29. Remain in Sanctuary

*See Annette Havens if you can help*

Nursery am (Birth to 2 years old). Bessie &

     Brittany Conyers

Nursery am (Ages 2-4). Beth Sturkie

Nursery pm (Birth-4). Gary & Janice Pelfrey

Ushers Marvin Watson, Joey Langley,

     Cory Langley, Keith Sturkie

June Financial Report

Budget Requirement $29,260.00

Budget Receipts $19,700.07

Designated Offering $4,218.92

Total Receipts $23,918.99

Debt-Retirement Balance as of 6/30/2010 $33,276.62

WANTED

Congaree’s floor buffer

REWARD

Shiny floors

Contact Scott Simms

                    Saddle Ridge Ranch   

Has answered our questions and is

moving on to another church!

VBS was a great success this year

because of all of our volunteers!