Come Dine With Us – Southern Comforts
Come Dine With Us – Southern Comforts
Monthly Game Night
Monthly Game Night is Saturday, February 21st at 6:45 pm.– Come out for an evening of fun, food and friends, There are board games, card games, and more. Bring a snack or dish to share if you want. If not, we always have plenty!! All ages are welcome, but we do not offer childcare or …
Shrove Tuesday
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday – February 18 – and lasts the forty days (not counting Sundays) until Easter. It has traditionally been a solemn time of fasting, meditation and sacrifice. To use up supplies, that would otherwise go bad during these 40 days, a Feast was created and celebrated the day before Ash Wednesday – Some …
Knitters, Crocheters, And Those Who Want To Learn
Knitters, Crocheters and those who want to learn – meet each Wednesday at 1:30. This group is now making baby blankets, sweaters & hats, and full-sized blankets to support Hubbard House, a non-profit providing shelter and other support services for victims of domestic violence and their children. We will also be working to provide items …
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Save The Date – Come Dine With Us
Save the Date – It’s almost time for Come Dine with Us!! – Each year our Youth Life group hosts a fantabulous dinner as a fundraiser for camps and mission trips. This year, it will be held on Sat., March 7, with seatings at 5:00pm and 7:00pm. Our theme is “Southern Comforts – Home Cookin’ …
Calling All Men – Shrove Tuesday
The Men’s Bible Study group is hosting our Shrove Sunday Pancake Breakfasts on Sunday, February 15 after each of the worship services. The men will be doing all of the prep, cooking, serving and clean-up!! All men, even if you don’t attend the Saturday Bible Study group, are invited to roll up their sleeves and …
Shepherd’s Shelves Ministry Update
Shepherd’s Shelves Celebration Weekend – February 7th & 8th – It seems like just a few weeks ago that we launched our community food pantry, but it has been almost five months!! We are now seeing 30+ visitors each time we open which means we are assisting 300+ individuals each week when you consider other …
Quilting Workshop
On Sat, Jan 31st there will be an All-Day, Drop-In Workshop from 9am to 3:30pm where all these activities happen as well as sewing tops and creating new sewing kits and new cutting kits. Jobs for every skill level!! You can come for a few hours or the entire day. We have a potluck for …
Valentine’s For Veterans
Valentine’s Cards for Veterans & Military – our local First Coast Group – Thrivent is helping spread the love this Valentine’s Day with a card collection drive for veterans and our military. They have partnered with Naval Station of Mayport for their local and deployed service men and women. We will have a collection bin …
Quilting Workshop
Our quilters meet on Wednesdays at 1:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. There is no sewing, and no experience is necessary to participate. Stations are set up for you to cut squares, sort squares and to assist with matching completed quilt tops with filler and backing. All are welcome! On Sat, Jan 31st there will be …
Monthly Game Night
Monthly Game Night is this Saturday – January 17 – these evening are full of fun, food and fellowship and all are welcome (however no nursery and no childcare). Come out for cards, board games and more. Bring a dish or snack to share if you want to! And if you come, bring a friend. …
Women Of The Woods – January 2026
For All Women – Members & Visitors – If you only attend one meeting next year, we encourage ALL ladies to attend the first Women of the Woods meeting of 2026! On Monday, Jan 5 we gather at 6:00pm for a potluck dinner and begin our meeting at 6:30pm. The holidays will be over, and …
50th Anniversary of Ministry Celebration
Celebrating 50 years in Ministry!! – This weekend we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pastor Johnson’ ordination. Since 1975, he and Chris have faithfully served congregations in New York and then at Shepherd of the Woods. We have been richly blessed as a congregation under the development and growth experienced during the years Pastor Johnson …
Beaches Mission House
We will prepare and serve a meal on Tuesday, December 30th at 4:30pm. If you would like to volunteer to help prep, cook, serve or clean-up, please indicate your interest on the yellow Connect Card. We are usually there about 2 ½ hours. Newcomers are welcome – it is always a blessing! We will also …
Monthly Game Night
Join us on Sat, Dec 20 at 6:45 for our monthly evening of food & fun! All ages are welcome but there is no childcare or nursery. We play board games, card games and more! Bring a dish or snack to share if you like – but never required. Please sign up onthe yellow Connect …
Holiday Decorating
We will prepare the sanctuary and Fellowship Hall for the holidays by gathering on Monday, Dec 1 at 10:00am to put up the Christmas trees, hang crismon ornaments, rotate the banners, hang wreaths, etc. We need lots of helping hands for this and allability levels are welcome and appreciated. Please sign up on the yellow …
Women’s Retreat
Our retreat dates Friday, February 27th – Sunday, March 1st and we encourage all women to attend. Our theme is “Women of the Bible” and our guest speaker is Pastor Patti Morlock, Associate Pastor at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Grove City, Ohio. This is for women of all ages, members and visitors. You are …
The Season of Advent
Ladies’ Luncheon
Join us Saturday, December 13th 11am to 1pm – Women of all ages are invited to our annual Salad & Sweets Luncheon. You are welcome to bring a salad of any kind or a dessert of any kind. It is always a time of great fun and great fellowship. We hope you will come and …
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 …
Monthly Game Night
Monthly Game Night is Saturday, Nov 15 at 6:45pm. Come out for a fun evening of cards, board games and more. And, when we meet -we eat. You are welcome to bring a snack or dish to share if you like – but never required! There is always plenty. This is for all ages but …
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 …
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 …
Women of The Woods
Women of the Woods Monthly Meeting – all women – all ages – are invited to the monthly dinner and meeting on Monday, Nov 3 at 6:00pm. Each month we enjoy a potluck dinner (bring anything you like if you are able) and then we meet at 6:30pm. This is a great opportunity to fellowship …
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 …
Women’s Retreat
Party In The Patch
Pumpkin Patch
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, …
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 …
Weekly Quilting/Knitting & 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.
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. …
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 …
Pumpkins With A Purpose
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. …
Lutheran Social Service Events
Lutheran Social Services has shared some events info with us and all are invited:
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.
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 …
Men’s Bible Study and Breakfast
Men of all ages are invited to join us. Sat., Aug 9 at 8:00am in the Fellowship Hall. We begin with breakfast and then move on to time in the Word together about 8:30. Please indicate on the yellow Connect Card or contact the church office if you will attend. Newcomers are always welcome. Didn’t …
Alpha Course
The Alpha Course is a 10-week program where people from all points of faith come together for open conversation. Many that attend are engaged Christians who want to “check it out” before inviting others or who want to discover a path to deepening their faith. Others are “seeking” something even if they can’t exactly define …
Fourth of July Potluck and Game Day
Fourth of July Potluck and Game Day – Friday 7/4, 12:00 Noon until….. Everyone is invited, all ages are welcome although there is no childcare provided. We will gather beginning at noon, but you can “drop in” or “drop out” as you like! Invite a friend or neighbor to join you. It’s a potluck, so …
Men’s Bible Study & Breakfast
Our men gather on second and fourth Saturdays and always welcome newcomers. The next study will be Saturday, June 28 with breakfast at 8:00am and study beginning around 8:30. Bring your Bible (or use one of ours) and feel free to invite friends and neighbors. The current focus is on the the Epistles of First, …
Monthly Game Night
It’s time for Game Night and all are invited! Join us Sat, June 21 at 6:45pm for a time of fun, food and fellowship. Games of all tyes are available and you are welcome to bring a snack to share if you would like to. This gathering is open to all ages but there is …
Quilting Workshop
There will be an all-day, drop-in workshop on Saturday, May 31 from 9am to 4pm. Come for the day or just a few hours! Bring a dish to share at lunch if you choose. These all day sessions are a great way to make headway with the number of quilts we will have to pass …
Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast
Mother’s Day Pancakes and More Breakfast
Join Youth Life on Sunday, May 11th with our Mother’s Day “Pancakes and More” Breakfast! This year, there will be greater variety in the menu and we are excited to host you. Additional details will be published soon. Proceeds of this fundraiser will benefit Youth Life at Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church.
Monthly Game Night
Our next Game Night is Saturday, March 15 at 6:45. This is a fun gathering with cards, board games and more. And, when we meet – we eat!! Bring a snack or other item to share if you want. This is for all ages, but we do not provide childcare or a nursery. Please let us know …
Lent 2025
Lent is Observed for the Forty Days – begining Ash Wednesday – until Easter – excluding Sundays. As we anticipate the season of Lent, you are invited to make time each week to join us in worship and take time to reflect on the gift of God’s son. We begin on Ash Wednesday, March 5, …
Quilters Gathering
Quilters gather on Sat, Feb 22 from 9am to 4:00pm. You can come for an hour or two or for the whole day. No experience needed; no sewing skills needed – there is a job for everyone. All men, women and teens invited. There are many steps to creating a quilt and therefore many tasks. Even if …
Monthly Game Night
Join us for some fun on Saturday, February 15th at 6:45pm. There will be games and cards and, of course, snacks!! Bring something to share if you like. All ages are welcome but there is no childcare.
Monthly Game Night
Join us for some fun on Saturday, February 15th at 6:45 pm. There will be games and cards and, of course, snacks!! Bring something to share if you like. All ages are welcome but there is no childcare.
Valentines For Veterans
Thank you to all who participated in our card-making party. To learn more, please visit: Valentines for Veterans. Most importantly, thank you, veterans for your service.
Card Making Party
Women of the Woods will host a valentine card making party on Sun, Feb 2 following the 10:30am service. Grab a fellowship snack and join us in the Annex to make a few cards!
Valentines For Veterans
Valentine’s Cards for Veterans & Military – our local First Coast Group – Thrivent is helping spread the love this Valentine’s Day with a card collection drive for veterans and our military. They have partnered with Naval Station of Mayport for their local and deployed service men and women. We will have a collection bin in the Gathering Area through …
Quilting Workshop
Save the Date – All Day – Drop-In Quilting Workshop on Sat, Jan 18 – men, women and teens are invited to come for an hour or come all day! No experience needed and no sewing skills required. There is a job for everyone and teens earn community service hours for school. Stay tuned for sign-up opportunities.
Christmas Worship Services
Tuesday, December 24 Wednesday, December 25 Live Stream Information
Christmas Eve Worship
Christmas Caroling
Spread the Joy! Join us as we go caroling to shut-in and to assisted living facilities to share the good news of the season through song and smiles. Join us on Sunday, Dec 15 at Noon for a quick lunch. We will divide into groups and set out as soon as we can. This will …
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 …
Calling Thrivent Financial Members
As part of a Thrivent Member Network, you’re among a group of local Christians who come together to learn, support one another and make a real impact in our communities. We invite you to join us for The 5 Love Languages with Dr. Gary Chapman, hosted by the Southeast Thrivent Member Network. Discover the keys to unlocking …
Thanksgiving Eve Worship and Luncheon
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
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!
Party In The Patch
Important Schedule Update
Pumpkins With A Purpose
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 …
Blessing Of The Pets
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 …
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Footsteps of Paul Update
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 …
Little Lambs Bake Sale Weekend
Little Lambs Bake Sale Weekend – Sat Aug 24 & Sun, Aug 25 – We will have a wonderful assortment of cookies, cakes, tarts and breads, many sugar-free or gluten-free for those of you who prefer these items! Be sure to stop by the Gathering Area that weekend and select a few goodies to support our Early Learning Center. …
Women’s Retreat
Ladies, mark your calendar for Fri, Feb 28 , 2025 – Sun, Mar 2 , 2025 for the annual women’s retreat. The retreat will be held at St Stephen Christian Retreat & Conference Center in Titusville, FL.
Mark Your Calendars For Rally Day
Quilting Ministry Update
Quilting Ministry Update – Our quilters now meet EVERY Wednesday at 1:30pm! No experience is needed and no sewing! This group cuts squares, organizes them by color, creates quilt top patterns and matches already- sewn quilt tops with filler and backing. Even if you have never volunteered before, you can be trained in minutes!! If good …
Alpha Updates
Shepherd of the Woods Movie Outing
Men’s Bible Study & Breakfast
Monthly Game Night
Monthly Game Night will be held Saturday, June 15th at 6:45pm. Come and enjoy some fellowship, food and a friendly game or two! Invite a friend.
Women’s Retreat 2025
Mother’s Day – Thank You!
Thank you to all those who prepared, served, attended and supported our Mother’s Day Pancakes and More Breakfast. Thank you to those who participated in the Peterbrooke Chocolatier Fundraiser, as well. These donations will greatly benefit the Youth Life ministry at Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church.
Monthly Game Night
Yes! It’s already that time again!!! Join us Sat, May 18 at 6:45pm for an evening of fun, food, fellowship, and friendly competition. Whether you like board games, card games, charades, you name it – we play it!! Except Twister – we don’t play Twister! Feel free to bring a snack to share if you want to. All ages …
Peterbrooke Chocolatier Fundraiser
Just in time for Mother’s Day! Pick up May 11 and May 12 If you would like to order, email the church office and indicate which items you would like, the quantity and the total amount of your order. Orders must be placed by Monday, May 6th. If you want something other than milk chocolate, …
Mother’s Day – Pancakes and More Breakfast
Mother’s Day: Pancakes and More!
Join Youth Life on Sunday, May 12th with our Mother’s Day “Pancakes and More” Breakfast! This year, there will be greater variety in the menu and we are excited to host you. Additional details will be published soon. Proceeds of this fundraiser will benefit Youth Life at Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church.
Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study
Saturday May 11 at 8:00am – We normally hold this study on first Saturdays but will be meeting on the second Saturday in May. This group enjoys a great breakfast at 8:00am and begins their study at 8:30am. They continue the study of the books of Peter. A Zoom option is offered for those who are not …
ALPHA – Upcoming Course
Alpha is a program for people who are seeking more from life, seeking an understanding of who or what God is, or trying to uncover what is missing in their life. Each week participants gather and share a simple meal, watch a video about an aspect of faith, and then have conversations about what they …
Joining Jesus As A Family
New Class begins on Sunday, May 19th at 9:30am! This class has been created to help anyone live a fruitful and fulfilling life as a disciple of Jesus. Parents, grandparents, foster parents, guardians and those who serve children will be inspired and blessed by our time together. Classes will meet the 3rd Sunday of every month between …
Monthly Game Night
Join us Saturday, April 20th for an evening of fun, food, fellowship, and friendly competition! There are games of all types available and there is always lots to eat. Feel free to bring something to share if you like. Please indicate your interest on the Yellow Connect Card Insert or contact the church office with questions.
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. Our festive spring event will be Saturday, April 27th at 11:00am and the suggested donation for tickets is $25. In addition to the scrumptious fare and fun fellowship, we will have songs from the children and raffles for three exciting …
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Joining Jesus As A Family
Now beginning Sunday, May 19th
Midweek Bible Study Resumes
Midweek Bible Study resumes this evening at 6:30pm in the Annex South classroom and continues the study of the Book of Matthew. All are welcome! If you are not able to join in person, please use the link below to join by Zoom.