THE SIGNAL. Community Fall Festival Saturday, October 26th 6-8pm. From Your Pastor s Heart

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SWANSEA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Post Office Box 550 Swansea, SC 29160-0550 NON PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID LEXINGTON, SC PERMIT NO.

Volume 24 Issue 10 October 2013 Community Fall Festival Saturday, October 26th 6-8pm From Your Pastor s Heart It was a great trip to Kenya.

1 SWANSEA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Post Office Box 550 Swansea, SC NON PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID LEXINGTON, SC PERMIT NO. 107 THE SIGNAL Return Service Requested The Signal is published monthly by the Swansea First Baptist Church of Swansea, SC. Volume 24 Issue 10 October 2013 Community Fall Festival Saturday, October 26th 6-8pm From Your Pastor s Heart It was a great trip to Kenya. It was also scary once we got back and learned of the terrorist attack on the Westgate Mall in Nairobi. We had driven by there only 24 house before. Pray for Kenya and the families that lost loved ones. I talked to Dr. Bramwel on Sunday and found out one of his relatives was killed and a colleague of his as well. We never understand why things happen, but I am thankful we were out of Nairobi before the attack began! We really had a great time. We saw over 1200 patients and helped with 11 surgeries. Some will be done in the near future. We were able to help Charlie and the orphans at The St. Karen s Orphanage. A new boys dormitory is going to be built and that is exciting as well. I also heard from Pine Plain Baptist Church and they have finally gotten a Certificate of Occupancy and will worship there this Sunday! God is good! Swansea First Baptist Church Fall Festival Wednesday, October 30th Costume Contests, Trick or Treat Volunteers are needed for both festivals

October Birthdays 1st.....Dusty Allen Marty Mack 3rd Samantha Lackey 4th...Haley Meredith Gracie Hoffman 6th...Ashlan Bishop Kayla Sharpe Jena Harmon 8th.....Melanie Harmon Nora Coker 9th.

2 October Birthdays 1st.....Dusty Allen Marty Mack 3rd Samantha Lackey 4th...Haley Meredith Gracie Hoffman 6th...Ashlan Bishop Kayla Sharpe Jena Harmon 8th.....Melanie Harmon Nora Coker 9th......Bobby Corley 11th..Serenity Martin Bobby Boyer 12th..Allen Chavis Tyler Hoffman 13th...Gib Lackey 15th...Randy Argoe Jane Meredith 16th..Billy Hoffman Reid Liester 17th....Dale Wannamaker 18th..Zack Goodwin 19th Janet Mixson Robin Arbogast 20th...Ronnie Dasher 21st Julie Taylor 22nd...Jason Liester 23rd...John Ernst William Granger 25th Edward Huggins 26th...Billie Sturkey Kaye Ernst 28th...Andy Granger 29t...Benjamin Mixson 30th.Joanne Smith Mary Ann Granger WMU Meeting Tuesday, October 15th 7:00pm The Signal is is published monthly by by the Swansea First Baptist Church in in Swansea, South Carolina. The Swansea First Baptist Church is is in in friendly cooperation with the Lexington Baptist Association, the South Carolina Convention and the Southern Baptist Convention. The Church Staff The Senior Pastor Reverend Terry C. C. Wilder Minister of of Music Mr. Chad Meredith Student Minister Reverend Reverend John John N. Harmon Parish The Organist Nurse Mrs. Jane Angie Ann Redmond Meredith The Organist Pianists Mrs. Mrs. Jane Brenda Ann Meredith Hoffman The Pianists Mrs. Brenda Mrs. Jackie Hoffman Cagle The Secretary Mrs. Jackie Joyce Cagle Saylor The Preschool Secretary Director Mrs. Mrs. Diane Joyce Goodwin Saylor Preschool Custodian Director Mrs. Diane Mrs. Kim Goodwin Taylor Custodian Parish Nurse Mrs. Laura Kim Taylor Jumper In In the event of of a a change of of address please contact the church office: Swansea First Baptist Church 145 South Church Street Post Office Box 550 Swansea, South Carolina (803) Fair Food with Fun and Games at Metallic Club On Monday, October 21st, the Metallic Club will meet at 11:00am. After devotions and business meeting, the group will enjoy Bingo and Corn Hole where they can win exciting prizes donated by some of the enthusiastic members. Since October is State Fair month, fair food will be served. Everyone has his favorites like corndogs, French fries with vinegar, funnel cake, cotton candy, fried mushrooms, candy apples or maybe fried pepsi! Join the seniors for fun, fellowship and a taste of the state fair..senior Adult Day At Connie Maxwell Connie Maxwell, our Baptist supported children s home, has a Senior Adult Day every other year on their main campus in Greenwood. This year, Dr. Don Wilton, pastor of First Baptist Spartanburg and to Dr. Billy Graham will be the guest speaker. The Webbs, from North Carolina will provide gospel music. There will be a boxed lunch, wagon rides, and a visit to their farm. The seniors hope to take school supplies, food, paper products and toiletries. If you would like to donate items (see list of items elsewhere in newsletter), please place them in the boxes outside the office door. We thank you for your help. The group will be leaving at 7:30am on October 10th for an inspiring day on the Connie Maxwell campus. The Church Website

Student Ministry News We have gotten off to a great start this year. We are in the middle of our Discovering God s Way of Handling Money study.

We are also learning what it means to be a good steward of the gifts that we have been given.

We purchased a new ping pong table for the parsonage and it came in about 1,000 pieces. Mr. Elton generously put that table together for us.

3 Student Ministry News We have gotten off to a great start this year. We are in the middle of our Discovering God s Way of Handling Money study. Melanie is leading this study for us, I cannot tell you how much I appreciate her doing this. We are learning that everything that we have is a gift from God. We are also learning what it means to be a good steward of the gifts that we have been given. Some parents have asked if they can come and sit in on some sessions, parents are always welcome to join us. I want to say a special thank you to Mr. Elton Cagle. We purchased a new ping pong table for the parsonage and it came in about 1,000 pieces. Mr. Elton generously put that table together for us. I know that our students will enjoy the new ping pong table. Mr. Elton, we greatly appreciate you and your willingness to help us out. I also have some details to give to you regarding our Chillipepper trip. This year Chillipepper will be January The cost for the trip this year will be $150 with a $50 deposit due to sign up. Registration will open for students on October 1 st. We have limited space available so get your deposit in early to reserve your spot. We will have some more fundraisers coming up to help with the cost of the trip. Upward Basketball and Cheerleading is right around the corner. Early Registration will close on October 20 th. Our evaluation days are Saturday, October 26 th and November 2 nd. The evaluations will take place at the Swansea Senior Center Gym. We still need coaches and referees as well as people to serve in several other areas to make Upward possible. We look forward to you being a part of this ministry this season. In Christ, John Harmon 2 Tim. 2:15 The youth at Swansea First Baptist Church will GIVE GOD THE GLORY with everything we do; and we will have FUN while GROWING TOGETHER, MEETING OTH- ERS NEEDS, and SPREADING THE WORD. Mark Your Calendars October 1 st Chillipepper Registration Opens October 20 th Last day for Upward Early Registration October 26 th Upward Evaluation Community Fall Festival October 30 th Church Fall Festival November 2 nd Upward Evaluation/End of Registration ******Be on the lookout for other events and fundraisers.****** Baptist Men s Dinner Tuesday, October 15th 7:00 pm David Zeigler, Sr. s Crew Kary Hoffman Ed Huggins Kelvin Jumper Daniel Martin Buck Brazell Phil Nates *****Don t forget to check out the calendar for upcoming events*****

October Bible Reading Plan 1st 1 Chron. 15 Ezekiel 27 Luke 24 16th 2 Chron. 7 Ezekiel 42 John 8 2nd 1 Chron. 16 Ezekiel 28 Galatians 1-2 17th 2 Chron. 8 Ezekiel 43 John 9-10 3rd 1 Chron.

4 October Bible Reading Plan 1st 1 Chron. 15 Ezekiel 27 Luke 24 16th 2 Chron. 7 Ezekiel 42 John 8 2nd 1 Chron. 16 Ezekiel 28 Galatians th 2 Chron. 8 Ezekiel 43 John rd 1 Chron. 17 Ezekiel 29 Gal th 2 Chron 9 Ezekiel 44 John 11 4th 5th 1 Chron Ezekiel 30 Ga th 1 Chron Ezekiel 31 Ephesians th 6th 1 Chron. 22 Ezekiel 32 Eph st 7th 1 Chron. 23 Ezekiel 33 Eph nd 8th 1 Chron Ezekiel 34 Phil rd 2 Chron Ezekiel 45 John 12 2 Chron Ezekiel 46 John Chron Ezekiel 47 John Chron Ezekiel 48 John Chron Daniel 1 John 19 9th 1 Chron. 26 Ezekiel 35 Phil th 2 Chron. 20 Daniel 2 John th 1 Chron. 27 Ezekiel 36 John 1 25th 2 Chron Daniel 3 Acts 1 11th 1 Chron. 28 Ezekiel 37 John th 2 Chron. 23 Daniel 4 Acts 2 12th 1 Chron. 29 Ezekiel 38 John 4 27th 2 Chron. 24 Daniel 5 Acts th 2 Chron. 1-2 Ezekiel 39 John 5 28th 2 Chron. 25 Daniel 6 Acts th 2 Chron. 3-4 Ezekiel 40 John 6 29th 2 Chron Daniel 7 Acts 7 15th 2 Chron. 5-6 Ezekiel 41 John 7 30th 2 Chron. 28 Daniel 8 Acts 8 Meredith Moments Wow! What a fantastic sermon Terry preached today! This has really been a long last couple of weeks that have just passed, how long was Terry gone a year?j All fun aside, I am glad Terry is back safely and soundly. I feel we have the most supportive church when it comes to trying to help people. With a pastor with a heart like Terry s, we are truly blessed. I have been very fortunate to know so many folks in our church who help in so many ways. For that, I am thankful to God for His immeasurable provision. Also, I thank those of you who are willing to give of your resources, time, and talents. Without you, we simply could not move forward. I want to thank the choir for your dedication and relentless efforts week in and week out. Wednesday nights get to be long, but I am so thankful for your love and support as we minister together. A couple of reminders coming up: We will begin to work on the Christmas Cantata, Mary Did You Know,? October 16 th. We will continue our Wednesday night work on our anthem repertoire for Sunday services check the board :-) Choir Practice at 8pm (No choir practice Oct. 9 th or Oct. 30 th ) Also, Children s Choir do not forget rehearsals every Wednesday night at 6:30pm. Please join us for singing and praising! Important: We will plan to sing on either October 20 or 27. Please let us know if one of these dates does not work for you because we need ALL children here on the Sundays that we perform! There will be no Children s Choir practice October 9 th due to Parent/Teacher conferences. Also, we will not practice the night of the Fall Festival, Oct. 30 th. Before I go, if anyone wants to join the choir for the Christmas cantata, please join us on Wednesday nights starting in Mid-October. In Christ, Chad 31st 2 Chron. 29 Daniel 9 Acts 9

Health News from your Parish Nurse By: Laura Jumper, Parish Nurse Fall has arrived, Flu Season is Here!! The single best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine each season.

5 Health News from your Parish Nurse By: Laura Jumper, Parish Nurse Fall has arrived, Flu Season is Here!! The single best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine each season. About two weeks after vaccination, antibodies develop that protect against influenza virus infection. Flu vaccines will not protect against flu-like illnesses caused by non-influenza viruses. Flu Vaccines will be offered at the following locations: Beginning October 1st Discount Drugs of Swansea. Hours Monday- Friday 9am-6pm (closed 1:30-2:00 for lunch) No appointment needed. October 28 Swansea Senior Center 9am-11am. No appointment needed. Call Jessie Green at Will need copy of photo ID and insurance cards. October 30th St. Paul P H Church, 648 St. Matthews Rd. (Senior Luncheon) 11am-1pm. Need at least 15 participants. Contact me if interested. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Are you current with your mammogram. If not, schedule yours today. Remind your mothers, grandmothers, daughters, sisters, aunts and friends and yourselves to perform monthly self breast exams. Important note to the men you are not immune to this disease, so if there is a history of breast cancer in your family, you should be screened also. Connie Maxwell Needs Your Help You can help by providing some of the food items listed below. Typical items on a week s grocery list for a cottage of eight children at Connie Maxwell: Canned fruits and vegetables 6 (16 oz) cans *Paper Napkins 2 large packs 1 large Dukes Mayonnaise Cooking Oil (64 oz) bottle (Preferably Canola) *Chunk Chicken, Tuna, Salmon, Spam, Corned Beef, Beef Stew or Roast Beef (6) Pickles (32 oz) jar (Whole Dills, Sweet & Dill Relish) Canned Soups (Cream of Chicken or Mushroom) Peanut Butter (Large Jar) Jelly (Large Jar) Ketchup (Large) Mustard (Large) Syrup (Large) *Cleaning Supplies (Comet, 409. etc) 3 cans/bottles *Dish Detergent 1 Bottle *Dish Washer Detergent (Liquid/Gel) 1 Large Bottle Laundry Bleach 1 Gallon *Fabric Softer 1 Gallon *Foam or Plastic Plates 1 (150 count) package *Paper Towels 3 rolls *Bathroom Tissues 8 rolls *Shampoo, Conditioner, Deodorant *High Effeciency Laundry Detergent *They can use extra quantities of these items. The Department of Health requires they accept commercially canned foods only..

Upward Basketball and Cheerleading It is time to register for Upward Basketball and Cheerleading and we hope that you will be a part of Upward this year.

The cost for Upward this year is $50 if you register before October 20th and $60 if you register after the 20th. We are looking forward to another great season this year.

October 20th - Early Registration Deadline October 26th - Evaluation Day (8:00am-12:00pm) November 2rd - Final Evaluation Day (8:00am-12:00pm) Registration Deadline November 18th - 1st Week of

6 Upward Basketball and Cheerleading It is time to register for Upward Basketball and Cheerleading and we hope that you will be a part of Upward this year. Make sure you get your registration in to the church by October 20th so that you can take advantage of the early registration discount. The cost for Upward this year is $50 if you register before October 20th and $60 if you register after the 20th. We are looking forward to another great season this year. Below are some key dates for you to remember. October 20th - Early Registration Deadline October 26th - Evaluation Day (8:00am-12:00pm) November 2rd - Final Evaluation Day (8:00am-12:00pm) Registration Deadline November 18th - 1st Week of Practice December 7th - 1st Game Each year we cannot do Upward Basketball and Cheerleading without your help. We are still in need of coaches and referees for this season as well as help in other areas such as gym set up, clean up, and help on practice nights. Upward is a very rewarding ministry and a great way to be involved. We can use your help even if you have just a little bit of time to give. If you have never been a part of our Upward ministry, I want to challenge you to try it out this year and see the wonderful ways that God will bless your life as you help minister to the children of our community. If you want to be a part of this ministry and are willing to help please contact John Harmon. Your Library We have new books and movies in the Library which will suit most any Christian reader. Just a few of the newest choices are as follows: Snow Day by Billy Coffey Awakened by radio broadcasts urging the residents of a small Virginia town to take a snow day rather than travel to school or work, Peter Boyd finds himself with both an unexpected day off and an opportunity to find big truths in small moments and surprise encounters. This is a heartwarming story of the faithful way God speaks even when we won t listen. Happy, Happy, Happy by Phil Robertson Duck calls, though the source of his livelihood, are not what makes Phil Robertson the man he is today. When asked what matters in his life, he s quick to say, Faith, family, ducks in that order. In this inspiring book, you ll get to know the man behind the legend; and you ll come away better for it. Little Red Wagon This movie on DVD is the story of how one person with a big heart can effect big changes. Eight-year-old Zach Bonner sets out to help homeless people in the wake of a hurricane. He ends up walking across the country, overcoming bureaucrats and capturing the hearts of his fractured family and entire nation. Come by on Sunday mornings 9:15-9:45 am or Wednesday evenings 6:15-7pm and find a book or movie to warm your heart.

Disaster Relief Training Conference October 11-12, 2013 White Oak Conference Center Recertification is required

are located on the table at the rear exit Any questions, contact Johnny King at 803-568-3090 or 803-606-2424 The

00 Deacon Ordination Service October 6, 2013 11:00 am We will ordain Brian Sandifer as a deacon for our church.

Brian has been involved with various ministries in our church.

7 Disaster Relief Training Conference October 11-12, 2013 White Oak Conference Center Recertification is required every three years (check your badge) Background Screenings are now required for all DR volunteers Registration forms are located on the table at the rear exit Any questions, contact Johnny King at or The 2013 Kenya Mission Team Season of Prayer for State Missions Janie Chapman State Missions Offering Our Goal: $1, Deacon Ordination Service October 6, :00 am We will ordain Brian Sandifer as a deacon for our church. Brian is married to Vanne and they have 3 boys: Ethan, Dawson, and Isaac. Brian has been involved with various ministries in our church. We appreciate all that Brian, Vanne, and their family do for our church family. Come and celebrate this day with them. Pray for Joyce and her surgery Preschool Needs a Teacher Christian Dawkins will be leaving our preschool in the coming weeks. We appreciate all that Christina has done for the children in the preschool. If you are interested in becoming a preschool teacher please contact the church office, Diane Goodwin, or a member of the preschool committee.

8 OCTOBER AT SWANSEA FIRST BAPTIST TUESDAY FRIDAY 1 7:30pm AA Meeting 18 Fellowship Hall in Use SATURDAY WEDNESDAY 19 Landscaping: Robert Ott, 2 6:00pm Family Night Supper Gene Redmond, Phil Roland Menu: Chicken Alfredo, Salad, Rolls 7:30pm Fellowship Hall in Use 6:30pm Children's Choir Practice 6:45pm Student Ministry SUNDAY 7:00pm Mission Org & Prayer Meeting 20 9:45am Sunday School 7:45pm Adult Choir Practice 11:00am Worship Service Deacon: Brian Sandifer SATURDAY Nursery: Ashley Herron, Lindsay Capilos 5 Landscaping: JR Burns, Thomas Sharpe Children's Church I: Shannon Wilder Joye Hoffman Children's Church II: Kelly Livingston, Jessica Zeigler Ushers: Robert Ott, Wayne Fowler SUNDAY Jason Liester, Addison Livingston 6 9:45am Sunday School PA System: Garrett Sharpe 11:00am Worship Service Deacon Ordination MONDAY Deacon: Larry Mack 21 11:00am Metallic Club Nursery: Phyllis King, Annie Mack, Brenda Bryant Children's Church I: Shannon Lackey, Lisa Rawleigh TUESDAY Children's Church II: Terri Fowler, Charlsye McCarson 22 7:30pm AA Meeting Ushers: Robert Ott, David Zeigler, Sr., Roy Atkins, JR Burns WEDNESDAY PA System: Jane Ashley Meredith 23 6:00pm Family Night Supper Menu: Spaghetti, Salad, Garlic Bread TUESDAY 6:30pm Children's Choir Practice 8 6:45pm Student Ministry 7:30pm AA Meeting 7:00pm Mission Org. & Business Meeting 7:45pm Adult Choir Practice WEDNESDAY 9 6:00pm Family Night Supper FRIDAY Menu: Hamburgers, French Fries 25 Flowers for Bibles 6:30pm Children's Choir Practice 6:45pm Student Ministry SATURDAY 7:00pm Mission Org & Prayer Meeting 26 Landscaping: David Zeigler, 7:45pm Adult Choir Practice Kenny Myers Flowers for Bibles THURSDAY 8:00am Upward Evaluations 10 Adult III - Fellowship Hall 6:00pm Community Fall Festival SATURDAY SUNDAY 12 Landscaping: John Sturkie, John Ernst 27 9:45am Sunday School 11:00am Worship Service SUNDAY Deacon: Joe Sharpe 13 9:45am Sunday School Nursery: Dana & Gib Lackey, Amber Cox 11:00am Worship Service Children's Church I: Jessica & Kayce Argo Deacon: Daniel Martin Children's Church II: Garrett & Sabrina Sharpe Nursery: Lisa & Kellie Dasher, Geri Galloway Ushers: Robert Ott, Larry Mack Children's Church I: Brian & Vanne Sandifer Kevin McCarson, Kenny Myers Serenity & Morgan Martin PA System: Hannah Meredith Children's Church II: Kristine & Rochelle Webb Jason & Jennifer Liester MONDAY Ushers: Robert Ott, Bobby Corley 28 7:30pm Deacons Meeting Ronnie Dasher, John Ernst, PA System: Ryan Sharpe TUESDAY 29 7:30pm AA Meeting TUESDAY 15 7:00pm Baptist Men's Supper WEDNESDAY 7:00pm WMU 30 6:00pm Family Night Supper 7:30pm AA Meeting 6:30pm SFBC Fall Festival DEADLINE NEWSLETTER WEDNESDAY 16 6:00pm Family Night Supper Menu: Taco Salad, Rice, Beans 6:30pm Children's Choir Practice 6:45pm Student Ministry

THE SIGNAL. Terry & Kathy Wilder Day Sunday, June 7, 2015 Celebrating 25 Years as Pastor of Swansea First Baptist Church. From Your Pastor s Heart

THE SIGNAL. Terry & Kathy Wilder Day Sunday, June 7, 2015 Celebrating 25 Years as Pastor of Swansea First Baptist Church. From Your Pastor s Heart SWANSEA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Post Office Box 550 Swansea, SC 29160-0550 NON PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID LEXINGTON, SC PERMIT NO. 107 THE SIGNAL Return Service Requested The Signal is published monthly by