Rally Day
Families with Children – Save the Date – Our Back-to School Rally Day and Backpack Blessing will be on Sunday, Aug 9 at the 10:30am worship servicew. We hope all children can attend!
Thanksgiving Worship
Join us as we offer thanks to God for our abundant blessings and for the grace we receive through Jesus Christ. We gather for worship on Wednesday, Nov 26 at Noon and at 6:30pm. This is great time to invite someone to join you – a friend or neighbor who might not have Thanksgiving worship …
Food Drive For The Holidays
Please be on the lookout for opportunities to be a part of a food drive. Perhaps your place of employment, your homeowners’ association or apartment complex, your book club or an athletic team you are connected to would consider hosting a food drive for our Shepherd’s Shelves food pantry. We would be happy to provide …
Thanksgiving Worship and Luncheon
Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon – we encourage you to invite someone who might not be sharing a meal with loved ones this holiday – perhaps a friend, a neighbor or a coworker. We serve up a feast with all the fixin’s on Wednesday, November 26th at 1:00pm (following the Noon worship service). Consider inviting someone who …
Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon
Save the Date for our Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon – we encourage you to invite someone who might not be sharing a meal with loved ones this holiday – perhaps an acquaintance, a neighbor or a coworker. We serve up a feast with all the fixin’s on Wed, Nov 26 at 1:00pm (following the Noon worship …
Transportation Ministry
Our Transportation Ministry is in Need – Would you like to volunteer? If one of our members needs a ride to a medical appointment and is not able to arrange for transportation, we do our best to find a volunteer. So, there are no “regular” days but really on an as-needed basis. If you are …
Pumpkin Patch – Thank You
The Pumpkin Patch was Lovely – thanks to our countless volunteers who helped with set-up, decorating, unloading, assisting with pre-school field trips, worked shifts throughout the weeks, and those who broke everything down and put it all away for next year. So, save the date: Oct 3, 2026! We were able to host hundreds of …
Spaghetti Dinner
Save The Date – Youth Life Fundraiser
Save the Date AND Sign Up! – Our Youth Life group is hosting a spaghetti dinner on Sat, Nov 8. This is a fundraising event for Youth events like Rock the Universe and Confirmation Camp. Please see the insert in today’s Announcements or contact the church office to sign up. A free-will donation is suggested …
All Saints Celebration
All Saints Celebration – will be observed on Sunday, Nov 2nd and we will recognize your loved ones who have contributed to your spiritual growth and the mission of the Church. Please look for the insert in the bulletin on October 26th and list any individuals you would like to be recognized on All Saint’s …
Party In The Patch
Pumpkin Patch
Divine Drama Bible Study – Part 2
Saturday 4:00pm Bible Study – Divine Drama Bible Study continues with Part Two. Jesus says, we live “by every word that comes from the mouth of God,” (Matthew 4:4) which includes every word in our Bibles. Pr. Harry Wendt, a Lutheran pastor, developed a series of Bible studies that have helped many Christians around the …
Party In The Patch
Save the Date – Party in the Patch – Saturday, October 25, 11:00am – 1:00pm – kids’ games & food trucks!This is a fun day for the kids to dress up, come to patch and play games, do crafts, take family photos and enjoy ayummy lunch at one of the food trucks! As with all …
The Pumpkins Are Coming
Our delivery has been scheduled! Monday arrive on Monday, October 13th at 4:00pm! We will hold a Patch work day on Monday, October 13 from 9am to 1pm. If you are able to come for a few hours we could use helping hands to put up fencing, move hay bales, move pallets, hang lights, decorate the tent, …
Sonshine Mission District
Sonshine Mission District Convocation set for October 18th. Did you know that SOTW is a congregation of the North American Lutheran Church? The NALC is divided into more than sixty mission districts across North America. SOTW is part of the Sonshine Mission District which encompasses eleven congregations across the state of Florida. Pastor Peacock is …
The Pumpkins Are Delayed
Our delivery will not be on time – NO unloading on Saturday 10/11. We will not unload on Saturday. We have not received information yet to know if we will unload Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday evening. Please continue to check your emails from us and/or the SOTW Facebook page for updates! The harvest in New Mexico experienced delays which …
Save The Date – Thanksgiving Luncheon
We encourage you to invite someone who might not be sharing a meal with loved ones this holiday – perhaps an aquaintance, a neighbor or a coworker. We serve up a feast with all the fixin’s on Wed, Nov 26 at 1:00pm (following the Noon worship service). Please be thinking about who you see during …
Living Hope Community Church
Living Hope Community Church is a mission plant church of Shepherd of the Woods in St. Johns County. They gather each week for Bible Study and prayer & praise worship. While they have been meeting for many weeks, October is the official launch as they become a worshipping congregation. The address is 2675 PacettiRoad – …
Farewell Dinner for Pastor Phillips
Please join us Friday, October 10 at 6:30pm – If you did not reply to the email sent this past week, please make sure you RSVP by calling the church office or on the yellow Connect Card if you are joining us for dinner to celebrate Pastor’s 30+ years of service and ministry at SOTW. …
Important Pumpkin Dates
Important Pumpkin Dates to Remember – Yes, we are thinking about pumpkins, and our delivery date is getting closer!! Please mark your calendar for these important dates!
Youth Life Update
Our next youth event is Sunday, October 5th. TMeet at church for 10:30 worship, lunch following and then the chaperones will drive you all. There has been a venue change for the Escape Room. It will now be at Prototype Escape Rooms, address is 3546 St Johns Bluff Rd S UNIT 113, Jacksonville, FL 32224 in the Shoppes at East …
Women Of The Woods Update
Women of the Woods will be moving their meetings from Wednesday evenings to the first Monday of each month, beginning Monday, Oct 6. All ladies are invited to join for a monthly potluck dinner at 6:00pm followed by the meeting at 6:30pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to fellowship with the other women in the …
Pumpkin Truck – Unloading
Pumpkins With A Purpose
Important Pumpkin Updates
Important Pumpkin Dates to Remember – Yes, we are thinking about pumpkins, and our delivery date is getting closer!! Please mark your calendar for these important dates! Many hands make light work! Most are 2 or 3-hour shifts, you work with others and we provide all the instruction you need. It’s fun, it’s easy and …
Bible Study Update – Week of September 22nd
Please note: there will not be a midweek Wednesday Night Bible Study nor a Thursday Bible Study this week. Both classes resume next week. Men’s Bible Study & Breakfast – All men are invited to join us on Saturday, September 27 at 8:00am for a time of fellowship and breakfast followed by time in the …
Beaches Mission House
Beaches Mission House – we cook and serve dinner on fifth Tuesdays and you are invited to be a part of the team on Tuesday, Sept 30th. Mission House is on Shetter Ave in Jacksonville Beach and serves the area’s homeless and hungry by providing hot meals, a medical clinic, a shower and laundry ministry, …
Women’s Bible Study Has Resumed
All women are invited to join us Monday, September 22 in the South Annex classroom at 10:00am. If you think you will be attending, please indicate this on the yellow Connect Card so that we can provide the correct number of materials for everyone. This group will meet on second and fourth Mondays and is …
Game Night
Monthly Game Night is on September 20th at 6:45pm. Join us for an evening of card games, board games and more. And, when we meet……we eat! You are welcome to bring a snack or appetizer to share with the group but never required. All ages are welcome but there is no nursery or childcare. Newcomers …
Weekly Quilting, Knitting, and Crocheting
Weekly Quilting/Knitting & Crocheting – Wednesdays at 1:30pm. Quilters work on quilts for disaster relief and prayer quilts. The knitters & crocheters are working on baby blankets for NALC Disaster Relief. All are welcome.
Women Of The Woods
Women of the Woods Monthly Dinner & Meeting will be Wednesday, September 17th. Dinner is always potluck, and it begins at 6:00pm with the meeting beginning at 6:30pm. Bring any dish, salad or dessert. At the monthly meetings the ladies of our congregation to discuss and plan ways to support the ministries of the church. …
Monthly Game Night
Monthly Game Night will be on September 20th at 6:45pm. Join us for an evening of card games, board games and more. And, when we meet…we eat! You are welcome to bring a snack or appetizer to share with the group but never required. All ages are welcome but there is no nursery or childcare. …
SOTW Cookbook Coming Soon
SOTW Cookbook Coming Soon – Place a sponsorship – The Women of the Woods (WOW) ministry is creating a cookbook as a fundraiser, and this is a great way to share your business, service or products. Please indicate on the yellow Connect Card that you are interested and someone will contact you. If you would …
Lutheran Social Service Events
Lutheran Social Services has shared some events info with us and all are invited:
Volunteer – Shepherd’s Shelves
Many thanks to all who have graciously responded to the invitation to serve. We continue to organize ourselves and have scheduled three 30-minute training sessions – we hope you can make one of these informational meetings. If not, we can meet with you one-on-one. We will meet at the entrance to the new space. Training …
Shepherd’s Shelves
Join us for the Shepherd’s Shelves Open House Saturday, September 13 (6:30pm – 7:00pm) Sunday, September 14 (9:30am – Noon) The Shepherd’s Shelves is a ministry of Shepherd of the Woods that extends Christ’s love and care by providing food to those who are hungry. Since 2022 you have generously donated and provided over 21,00 …
Youth Life – Top Golf
Confirmation Classes Resume
Confirmation Classes resume for all 7th & 8th graders on Sunday, September 7th at 9:45am. Participants meet weekly with one of the pastors in the small hallway conference room. Please note on the yellow Connect Card or contact the church office if you have a youth who will be participating.
The Pumpkins Are Coming
Important Pumpkin Dates to Remember – Yes, we are already thinking about pumpkins! And we invite you to save a few dates to help if you are able. Sign-up opportunities are coming soon but please mark your calendar for these important dates!
Women’s Bible Study Begins Soon
All women are invited to join us Monday, Sept 8 in the South Annex classroom as we begin a new study following oursummer break. Class begins at 10:00am. We hope you can make plans to join in.
Youth Life Schedule – 2025-2026
Taste of the Woods Returns
Save The Date – Taste of the Woods is returning!! Join us Saturday, Sept 13 in the Fellowship Hall as Women of the Woods host a delicious treats fundraiser. Guests will enjoy visiting stations of exquisite appetizers, delicious small bites, scrumptious tiny desserts and a variety of beverages! Tickets are $25 per person and will …
Quilting Workshop
There will be an all-day, drop-in quilting workshop on Saturday, August 30th in the Fellowship Hall. It will begin at 9am and continue until 3:30pm. Come for an hour or all day! This is open to all teens (community service hours) and adults and NO sewing skills are needed to pitch in and help with …
Music Rehearsal Update
Back Pack Blessing
Sunday, August 17 is Children’s Rally Day and Backpack Blessing! Calling ALL children and families! Our summer has flown by and it’s time to prepare for the beginning of the school year. Be sure to throw those backpacks in the car and bring them to the 10:30am service on August 17. We will have a …
2024 Holidays
We have a busy holiday season ahead of us. Please keep these dates handy and make plans to join us in worship and serving. There are many opportunities to volunteer both with worship services, special events and helping those in need. We encourage you to be prayerful throughout the Advent and Christmas seasons, both in offering …
Kitchen Reno Update
We keep working on the kitchen renovations and look forward to completing the work in the next few weeks. Cabinets should be installed this week and the final electrical work should be done. We are very close to meeting our fundraising goal of $20,000 – with nearly $18,000 donated. Many thanks to all who have helped make …
Little Lambs Early Learning Center Fundraiser
Get a new BJ’s Club Membership for Just $20 – for yourself or as a gift. There are fliers available in the Gathering Area or call 800-313-8887 and reference group promo code 813058. Little Lambs will receive 50% of all new memberships through this program!! Even renewing members can call and connect their renewal to the fundraiser. …
Final Pumpkin Patch Tally
After taking in more than $16K in sales and sending the fundraising company their share (we keep 33%), and after expenses, we were able to put a little more than $5,000 into a variety of ministries – The Peru mission, a food bank in Jacksonville, the Youth Life ministry, and the Little Lambs Early Learning Center!!
Knowing Christ – Week of November 17th
• Bible Study on Matthew – Wednesday at 6:30pm• Bible Study on 1 Samuel – Thursday at 1:00pm• Men’s Bible Study & Breakfast – Second & Fourth Saturdays, at 8:00am – next on 11/23• Bible Study – “The Divine Drama” – Saturdays at 4:00pm• Women’s Bible Study – Second & Fourth Mondays at 10:00am – next on 11/25• Adult Studies – Sundays at 9:30am Gospel of John and NEW Study on Luther’s Small Catechism
Thanksgiving Eve Worship and Luncheon
Party In The Patch
Thank you to the Jacksonville Camera Club for capturing the event!
Adult Study on the Small Catechism
New Adult Study on the Small Catechism will begin Sunday, Nov 17 at 9:30am – This group will meet in the annex and explore the meaning and beauty of each section of Luther’s Small Catechism which he wrote in 1529. It covers six topics: the Ten Commandments, the Apostles’ Creed, the Lord’s Prayer, the Sacrament of Holy Baptism, …
Shepherd’s Shelves Update
During the holiday food drive, we continue to accept donations for our small (but mighty) Shepherd’s Shelves food pantry ministry. We are blessed to be able to serve our community through this process. It wouldn’t be possible without your ongoing support. We have added a small freezer to hold things like meal kits, meats, and bread. To …
Thanksgiving Worship and Luncheon
We will hold Thanksgiving worship on Wed, Nov 27 at 12:00 and 6:30pm as we gather to give thanks and praise for our blessings. Please join us for one of these services and invite a friend or neighbor! Our annual Community Luncheon will be at 1:00pm following the Noon service. We are seeking help with …
Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study
Thanksgiving Baskets
As our thoughts turn toward the holidays, we would like to make sure that we are showing care for those in our community in need of feeding their families. We will be putting together baskets of staples and of holiday items. If you are connected to an individual or family in need, please pass that …
Pumpkin Patch – Thank You!
The Pumpkin Patch was just fantastic this year – more than $16k in sales! Thanks to all who volunteered in any way. Our best guess is 750+ volunteer hours not counting staff and Pastors! Your hard work will result in thousands of dollars going to support a variety of ministries. Truly a village!
Confirmation – October 27th
On Sunday, Oct 27 we celebrate at the 10:30 service as some of our Youth are confirmed. Be sure to join us after the service for a time of Fellowship so that you can pass along your congratulations for reaching this important milestone.
Pumpkin Patch Volunteers
If you have never volunteered before, we will make sure you are equipped (it’s easy!) and that you have all the support you need. If you have any questions about what volunteers do, please contact contact the church office, and we can put you in touch with Jackie Hudson. Invite a friend or family member to volunteer with …
Party In The Patch
Volunteers – Party in the Patch
Party in the Patch – Volunteers Needed – We need help with set-up on Friday, October 25th from 10am to 2pm. We also need help from 9 to 11am on the Saturday the 26th, as well as during the event, and help with clean-up. If you would like to be a part of the fun, please indicate your support on the …
Pumpkin Patch Volunteers
We pray that all are safe and cleaning up after Hurricane Milton. Your safety and the safety of your home are top priority. If you have everything squared away and can end a hand, we have listed below the current volunteer needs. If you have never volunteered before, we will make sure you are equipped (it’s easy!) …
Pumpkin Patch Volunteers
We pray that all are safe and cleaning up after Hurricane Milton. We had minor damage in the Patch and will be cleaning up during the day Friday from 10am until we finish. We will reopen the Patch on Friday, Oct 11 at 3pm. If you are able to join us for clean-up, please come …
Bake and Craft Sale
On Saturday, October 26th, there will be a tent set up for the Little Lambs Early Learning Center to share their information with the community. They will host a Bake Sale & Craft Sale during the event from 11am to 1pm. If you would like to contribute a baked item or, if you are a …
Shepherd Shelves
Current needs are condiments, shelf-stable milk, soups, toilet paper, bags of rice, and canned beans. We now have a small freezer and can take small quantities of frozen meats and vegetables. We see a number of folks each week needing supplemental support, your donations are a real blessing to these individuals and families.
Important Schedule Update
Blessing Of The Pets
Pumpkin Patch – Volunteers Needed
Opening day was quite rainy but we still had customers on both shifts! Thanks to our volunteers who worked through the showers. We are still setting up a few things and putting finishing touches on others. We have many open slots during our first week. Listed below are the current needs. If you have never volunteered before, we …
Pumpkins With A Purpose – Thank You!
The pumpkins are here! The pumpkins are here! It was a small but mighty group of volunteers offloading just over 1500 bulk pumpkins PLUS boxes of little ones. Thank you volunteers! We are ready for “Pumpkins with a Purpose!”
Unloading Pumpkins
Our truck has left New Mexico and is scheduled to arrive Saturday at 9:00am. We need as many helping hands as possible!!! Please join us at 8:45am as we gather for instructions and begin our work at 9:00am. There is a task for every ability level and all are welcome! Invite friends. Teens earn Community Service …
Blessing of the Pets
Party In The Patch – Volunteers Needed
Our children’s party will be Saturday, October 26th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. We could use help with decorations on the 24th and 25th, help setting up the morning of the 26th, help during the event and help with clean-up. If you would like to be a part of the fun, please indicate your …
Pumpkins With A Purpose
Blessing of the Pets
All pets and their humans are welcome to join us for this fun and special service. We give thanks to God for the blessings our pets provide in our lives and the opportunity to provide love and care in return. We do require that all pets be caged, leashed or otherwise restrained. Please indicate your …
Men’s Bible Study and Breakfast
The Pumpkins Are Coming – Help Needed
Monthly Game Night
Monthly Game Night – All are invited to monthly Game Night – this month it’s on Sat, Sept 21 at 6:45pm. All types of board games, card games, etc. All ages are welcome, but childcare is not provided. If you would like to bring a snack to share you can but there is always plenty!
All Day Quilting Workshop
Men, women and teens are invited to join us on Saturday, September 28 from 9am to 3pm in the Fellowship Hall. There will be tasks for every skill level as we work on quilts for Lutheran World Relief and NALC Disaster Recovery. The gift of your time translates into the blessing of warmth and comfort …
Kitchen Renovation In Full Swing
We are making great progress with our renovations – the appliances and cabinets have been removed and we are working on the structure for the new closets. The north Annex Classroom is being used for our storage and temporary kitchen. Please have patience with this project as we proceed. If you facilitate meetings or events that include …
Pumpkins With A Purpose
New Bible Study – Thursday’s
Blessing Of The Pets
Women’s Bible Study
Women’s Bible Study resumes Monday, Sept 9 at 10:00am – This season’s study will use the book “Heaven” by Randy Alcorn. It can be purchased on Amazon. If you need help ordering your copy, please call Kay Seivert at 904.655.4789. All women are invited to attend this time spent together focusing on the Word.
Youth Life News
We are having a water day this Saturday at Adventure Landing- Shipwreck Island water park. Saturday, September 7, from 11am-2:30pm. Bring a towel, sunscreen, dry clothes, water shoes and about $15-20 cash/debit card for lunch! Meet at the park at 1944 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach at 11am to gather with your Youth Life(7-12th grade) friends for a day of …
Demo Day – Your Help Is Needed
We will begin with “demo day” on Sat, Sept 7 at 9am and will create a temporary kitchen set up in the North Annex classroom. If you are able to offer the gift of time and can help for a few hours, please join us on September 7th at 9:00am. We will be emptying all of the cabinets, shelves and …
Church Kitchen – Demo Day
The Pumpkins Are Coming – October 5th at 9:00 am
We have been working on the Pumpkin Patch plan since March, placing our order with Pumpkins USA and slightly increasing our count this year! We are asked to list 4 delivery dates and we were slotted in our first pick! Lots of things will have to happen before delivery day and we are looking for …
Read more “The Pumpkins Are Coming – October 5th at 9:00 am”
Shoe Us The Love
The First Coast Group of Thrivent, in partnership with The Exchange Club, invites you to support their 2024 Shoe Drive. Donate your gently worn used shoes or new shoes today! The shoes will be reused and given new life through #microenterprise to help those in need. To make sorting easier, please tie together shoes with …
Youth Life News
We are having a water day at Adventure Landing- Shipwreck Island water park. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 7, from 10am-2:30pm. Bring a towel, sunscreen, dry clothes, water shoes and about $15-20 cash/debit card for lunch! Meet at the park at 1944 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach at 10am to gather with your Youth Life(7-12th grade) friends for a …
The Pumpkins Are Coming
We have been working on the Pumpkin Patch plan since March, placing our order with Pumpkins USA and slightly increasing our count this year! We are asked to list 4 delivery dates and we were slotted in our first pick! Lots of things will have to happen before delivery day and we are looking for …
Opportunities In The Word
Mark Your Calendars For Rally Day
Church Office Hours Update
Our Church and The Early Learning Center offices will be closed on Thursday 11/23 and Friday 11/24 as our Pastors and Staff celebrate Thanksgiving and enjoy time with loved ones. If you have a pastoral care need, please use the cell phone numbers: Pastor Phillips – pastorkphillips@aol.com or 904-477-0544 Pastor Johnson – prglj@aol.com or 904-881-7689 Pastor Peacock – …
Thanksgiving Eve and Luncheon
We will have Thanksgiving Eve worship on Wed, November 22 at Noon and at 6:30pm. This is a time of worship through gratitude and a wonderful opportunity to worship Our Community Thanksgiving Luncheon will be held at 1:00pm and all are welcome. Please indicate your attendance on the Yellow Insert and let us know how …
Thanksgiving Luncheon Volunteers
Looking ahead to the Thanksgiving holiday, please prayerfully consider how you might offer the gifts of time and talents. Please mark your calendar for worship and the meal. All are welcome and we encourage you to use these services to invite others to Shepherd of the Woods. Would you like to donate and/or roast a …
Holiday Meal Baskets
Looking ahead to the Thanksgiving holiday, please prayerfully consider how you might offer the gifts of time and talents. Please mark your calendar for worship and the meal. All are welcome and we encourage you to use these services to invite others to Shepherd of the Woods. We are collecting non-perishables for our friends in …
Stewardship Response Weekend
Living in God’s Abundance as stewards of his grace! Dear Disciples, Over the past five weeks we’ve been blessed to receive the gifts of those in our congregation who provided devotions and temple talks as they reflected on what it meant to them to live in God’s abundant grace. Their words, written and spoken, are …
Thanksgiving Opportunities
