Blessing Of The Pets
Pumpkin Patch Update
FOUR Weeks ‘til PUMPKINS! Save the date: Saturday, October 7th at 9 am – We hope you will make plans to join us as the truck makes its annual trek from New Mexico to Jacksonville with our special delivery. It takes MANY hands to make light work unloading half of a semi-trailer!! Teens earn community service hours!! We will be …
Pacetti Road Property Purchase Update
After a bit of delay, we now have a fully executed Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) signed by us and the seller. We are now working through all of our due diligence needs to ensure the property can be used to develop a mission church. Providing these items return favorably, we will close on the …
Count It All Joy – Women’s Retreat
Wednesday In The Woods
Resuming Programs
Resuming Programs – Autumn is right around the corner and many of our programs that take a little break in the summer will be resuming soon. Please note the dates below and make plans to join us! 5:30/8:30 Service Choir has resumed practice and is open to anyone with the desire to worship through song. Join us on …
Women’s Bible Study
Women’s Morning Bible Study – Women of all ages are invited to join us as we resume studies on Monday, Sept 11 at 10am. This group will meet 2nd & 4th Mondays in the South Annex Room and the topic will be “In the Beginning, God – a study of Genesis”. Ladies of all ages are welcome!
Rally Day – August 20th
Sunday, August 20th, is RALLY DAY for all from 4 Years through 12th Grade! Backpack Blessing & Prayers for All School Teachers & Staff – All children and Youth are invited to bring their school backpacks with them next week for a special time during worship to ask God’s blessings of safety and focus in the coming school year. …
Updated Rehearsal Information
5:30/8:30 practice will resume Tuesday, August 22 and is open to anyone with the desire to worship through song. Join us on Tuesdays at 6:00 pm. If you worship on Saturdays or at 8:30 am on Sunday, play an instrument and would like to occasionally accompany the pianist and organist, please use the Yellow Insert to indicate your …
Music Rehearsals Beginning
5:30/8:30 Service Choir resumes practices on Tuesday, August 8th and is open to anyone with the desire to worship through song. Join us on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. If you worship on Saturdays or at 8:30am on Sunday, play an instrument and would like to occasionally accompany the pianist and organist, please use the Yellow Insert to …
Alpha Training
Our first Alpha run lasted 11 weeks and just concluded with almost 30 people participating! th We have tentatively set our next sessions to begin Tues, Jan 9 , 2024. There will be a training webinar on Thursday, August 17th at 8:30pm EST for anyone who is interested in volunteering to help with future Alpha sessions. If …
Youth Life – Summer Get Together
Pumpkins
The Pumpkins Are Coming! – Yes, even in the heat of July we are planning on pumpkins! We are just thirteen weeks away so, while our little baby sprouts are growing like crazy in the fields in New Mexico, so we have work to do. If you would like to be a part of the Patch Planning …
Congregational Meeting
Mark your calendar for the Semi-annual Congregational Meeting on Wed, June 21st at 6:30 pm with dinner at 5:30 pm. This is a great time to hear updates on all of our ministries including Peru, School, the Pacetti Property, and other ministry updates. We will also be voting on four nominees to the Church Council. Copies …
A.D. – A Choir Cantata
AD Cantata
CANTATA! The Choirs will be presenting “A.D.”, a cantata that journeys through Holy Week until the Day of Pentecost. Mark your calendars and don’t miss this opportunity to hear the Word proclaimed through music and narration. A.D. will be present on Wednesday, June 14 at 6:30 pm (preceded by a fellowship meal at 5:30 pm.) and Sunday, June 18 at …
To Know Christ – Bible Studies
Wednesday Night Bible Study – Join us Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in the South Annex classroom as we resume the study of Matthew. Newcomers always welcome! If you are not able to join in person, please join by Zoom – click the link below about 6:25 pm. Women’s Evening Bible Study – The Women’s evening Bible study group will …
Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study
Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study – our men meet most First Saturdays and will gather again on Sat, June 3rd at 8am. In addition to the fellowship over a shared meal, we gather to be in the Word together. Our focus continues this month with Messianic Prophecies Found in the Psalms: Christ will ascend to Heaven (Psalm 68:18) & …
Little Lambs Early Learning Center
Preschool Summer Camp
Join this 5 week program with indoor and outdoor activities: early literacy, language, math, science, and arts. We will also be focusing on faith, social skills, technology, problem-solving, and outdoor fun.
Vacation Bible School
Mother’s Day Breakfast
Spring Tea
Spring Tea – An Early Learning Center Fundraiser – Please make plans to join us for a lovely morning of tea and delicious finger foods and sweets. It’s this Monday, April 24 at 11:30 am and the suggested donation for tickets is $20. In addition to the scrumptious fare and fun fellowship, we will have songs from the children and …
An Invitation To Alpha
Alpha is a program introduced in the 70’s in England as a way to reach people who are seeking more from life, seeking an understanding of who or what God is, or seeking that which is missing in their life. Each week participants gather and share a simple meal, watch a video by the Alpha …
Confirmation and Faith Camp 2023
Confirmation / Faith Camp is open to any youth entering 7th grade in the 2023/2024 school year through being a graduating senior this school year, or you have talked to one of the pastors about your young one participating. This is a great week of discussing and growing in faith, using our gifts in service …
Alpha
Alpha is a program introduced in the 70’s in England as a way to reach people who are seeking more from life, seeking an understanding of who or what God is, or seeking that which is missing in their life. Each week participants gather and share a simple meal, watch a video by the Alpha …
Easter Worship at Shepherd of the Woods
It is our mission to spread the Gospel by inviting others to worship and to a relationship with Jesus Christ. Please forward this message to family, friends and neighbors who might be seeking a community to share Easter worship. All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you! Saturday, April 8th – 5:30 PM (Indoor …
Easter Egg Hunt
Our Egg Hunt and Easter Party will be held on Saturday, April 8th, from 10 am to Noon for children ages 2 to 10. We will first gather for fun and games and the Egg Hunt will begin at 11 am. Please invite friends, neighbors, and extended family with young children. This is a great way to share our …
Youth Life News – Easter & Summer Updates
Good afternoon, friends! Happy Holy Week! Thank you to the youth who were able to help out with Maundy Thursday services today. Good Friday services are at Noon and 6:30 pm tomorrow. Please prayerfully consider joining us. Mark your calendars for this Saturday, April 8th, to help with the annual Easter Egg Hunt. This event is …
Holy Week Worship Updates
Maundy Thursday, April 6 Join us for a traditional Maundy Thursday worship service with Holy Communion. The services will include a symbolic foot washing and will conclude with the stripping of the altar. Services at Noon and 6:30 pm (Noon Service is Live Streamed.) Good Friday, April 7 Join us as we reflect upon the …
Holy Week at Shepherd of the Woods
Saturday, April 1st and Sunday, April 2nd: Palm Waving on the Sidewalk this Weekend – We invite you to join in the fun, waving palms before each of the services on Palm Sunday weekend. We will line the sidewalk in the front of the church property to wave palms and greet passers-by! This is something for all ages and …
Celebrate Easter
Good Friday Worship
Maundy Thursday Worship
Palm Sunday Worship
Alpha
Thanks to all who came out last weekend to hear more about how the ALPHA program helps people to find answers to life’s big questions. It is designed to help people find an understanding of who Jesus was, why He was sent and who He can be in each of our lives today. If you would like more …
Yard Sale Updates
Yard Sale Donations Our annual yard sale will be Saturday, March 18 and the storage bins are in the back parking lot. You are welcome to bring donations in any time the office is open or pick up a slip with the combination code from the office counter if you will be dropping off items when …
Men’s Bible Study and Breakfast
Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study – All men are invited to join us each month as we gather to share a meal and share time in the Word. Please make plans to join us Saturday, March 11 at 8:00 am as we continue our series “22 Messianic Prophecies Found in the Psalms confirmed in the New Testament”. …
Mid-Week Lenten Worship
Ash Wednesday Worship
You are dust, and to dust you shall return (Genesis 3:19) Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten season and is a time for personal reflection and repentance. As a symbol of repentance and admission of our frailty, the imposition of ashes will be offered for those who desire to receive them. Please join …
Property Site Visit and Special Congregational Meeting
We will be hosting a site visit on Sat, Feb 25th from 10 am to Noon at the St. John’s County property currently under consideration for purchase for a possible mission church plant. You come any time between 10 am – Noon. Please indicate on the Yellow Insert if you will be visiting the site or call the church office. If …
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Ash Wednesday
Pancake Breakfast
Join us from 9:30 to 10:30 am on Sunday, February 19th as we serve a delicious, indulgent breakfast in anticipation of the Lenten season. Enjoy piping hot pancakes, bacon, sausage, coffee, and juice! Your free-will donation helps provide funds for Youth Life programming, summer camps, and the summer Peru Mission Trip.
Souper Bowl of Caring
Join us Sunday, February 12th Now known as “Tacklet Hunger.” Youth will hold giant soup pots in the gathering area and will collect funds after worship. All proceeds benefit the Mandarin Food Bank. This event is a nationwide event and raises millions of dollars for local food banks.
ALOHA Dinner – Fundraiser
Join us for Come Dine with Us – Aloha! Hawaiian Dinner – Saturday, February 11th This evening of fun and great food is a Youth Life fundraiser, and all proceeds will be used for youth programs to include camp participation and the summer mission trip to Peru. This year’s theme is Aloha! and you will be treated …
Mission Driven – A Weekend to Serve
Quilting Workshop – All-Day, Drop-In session on Sat, Feb 4, 10 am to 5 pm. This is the final push to complete quilts that will be sent to the Lutheran World Relief warehouses the following week. There will be stations for cutting squares, designing quilt tops, sewing tops, matching tops to the backing, and finishing the sides and …
Dine With Us – Aloha
Inquirers’ Retreat
Have you ever pondered if God was calling you into pastoral ministry? The NALC Carolina’s District is sponsoring an “Inquirers Retreat” Fri. Feb. 10 & Sun. Feb. 12 at Laurel Ridge Camp. The retreat is to introduce the call of God to those who wonder if God is calling them into vocational ministry. If you are interested in this retreat, …
Beaches Mission House Donations
Beaches Mission House serves the community by providing meals, medical care, job search support, and shower & laundry facilities to the area’s homeless and indigent population. We will cook and serve dinner on Tues, Jan 31, 5 pm to 8 pm. If you would like to participate, please contact the church office. Mission House needs a number …
Annual Meeting
Mark Your Calendar – Our Annual Meeting will be held on Sun, Jan 22 at Noon. We will provide a light lunch to those attending. Please contact the church office to RSVP for the meal. This is a wonderful opportunity to hear how the Spirit has been leading. The annual report will be presented, the proposed …
Quilting Ministry
Our quilters resume their Wednesday afternoon quilting sessions on Jan 11 at 1:30 pm. This group meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays to match sewn tops to filler and backing. There is also a station for cutting squares. There is no sewing, and no experience is needed to help with this part of the process!! All are welcome. …
Budget Information Meeting
Budget Information Meeting – will be held after the 10:30 am service Sun, Jan 8. This is in preparation for the annual congregation meeting on Sun, Jan 22 at Noon. Copies of the proposed budget are available in the church office. We will meet in the south Annex classroom.
Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study
All men are invited to the monthly gathering on Sat, Jan 7 at 8:00 am. Zoom is also offered beginning at 8:30 am. Bring a friend. Please RSVP for breakfast by contacting the church office.
Save The Date
For additional details, please see News Notes, call the church office, or visit our calendar. Wed. Jan 4 – Fellowship Dinner at 5:30 pm & Epiphany Worship at 6:30 pm Sat, Jan 7 – Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study Sun, Jan 8 – Family Hour Classes Resume at 9:30 am Wed, Jan 18 – Women’s …
Ladies Christmas Luncheon
Fantastic salads and yummy sweets were the stars of the show! Thanks to all who gathered for food, fellowship, and fun.
Christmas Eve Worship Invitation
Children’s Christmas Festival
Children’s Christmas Festival – Sat, Dec 10th from 10:30 to Noon – Make plans to bring your children for fun and games, photos with Santa and a special book reading of “It Must Be Christmas” at 11:00am. Bring a friend! Please RSVP using the Yellow Insert and let us know how many children you will be …
Advent Service and Christmas Tree Lighting
A blessed Advent season to you and your family! We pray, in the midst of the hustle and bustle, this be a time of prayer and preparation for our coming Savior, Jesus Christ. Please join us for our Advent Service of Light and Christmas Tree Lighting on Wednesday, November 30th at 6:30pm. A fellowship meal will be served at 5:30pm. Please RSVP to the church office.
Thanksgiving Eve Worship
Thanksgiving Eve
For more information or to join online, please visit: Thanksgiving Eve Worship 6:30 PM
Epiphany Worship Service
Live Nativity
Fall Festival