Worship at Woods | December 31, 2023

December 29, 2023

Come join us in worship at Woods!



December 31st, 2023
9:30AM


Join us in worship this Sunday! Don't forget to stop by Fellowship Hall after the service to enjoy fellowship, bagels, and coffee.

Scripture: Luke 2:22–32
Sermon:
"Seeing a Newborn with Old Eyes" by Pastor Randy Bush

Live Stream Link Bulletin & Announcements Prayer List

Let's Worship Together

What are the words we will use and hear most often in worship this Sunday? Here are some of them. Are there words that come to your mind during worship? Save this Worship Words Word Cloud for meditation and prayer throughout the week...along with your worship words.

Epiphany at Home Celebration Kits for Kids

Pick up the Reflective Advent Devotional following worship. It has a short and child-friendly home wreath lighting ceremony, a weekly reflection with a question to consider, and a path for stars.

Sunday Bible Study


Women's Bible Study
8AM | Conference Room | Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 825 0746 9289 | Passcode: 082938

Men's Bible Study
8AM | Room 208 | Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 845 5787 9211 | Passcode: 159864


 
Children's Sunday School
9:30AM

Jammies & Jesus

Join us on New Year's Eve, Sunday, December 31, for our last Jammies and Jesus gathering until Spring 2024. One last Dad Joke for 2023. One last gathering for fun and fellowship.

New Adult Ed Class

Adult Education is offering a new study on The Difficult Words of Jesus by Amy-Jill Levine, Sundays, January 7–February 11, 11AM. Jesus provided his disciples teachings for how to follow God’s word, parables to help them discern questions of ethics and of human nature, and beatitudes for comfort and encouragement. But sometimes Jesus spoke words that followers—then and now—have found difficult. He instructs disciples to act as if they are slaves, and to sell their possessions and give the money to the poor. Dr. Levine shows how these difficult teachings might be interpreted today.


Books are on the office credenza. Class will meet in the office conference room and on Zoom

Youth Winter Break

Youth Group, Middle & High School Sunday School, and Confirmation Class are all taking a short break for Christmas and New Years! Enjoy the holidays with your families, and our regular schedule will resume on Sunday, January 7.

Office Closure

The Church Office will be closed on New Year's Day, Monday, January 1. Happy New Year!

See You in Church!


Give to Woods Online
July 25, 2025
This week, Pastor J.C. will preach from Luke 10:1–11 and deliver his sermon, titled "God's New Thing: Going Out."
July 23, 2025
Pastor’s Message • Thanks for Making VBS a Success • Meet the Artist: My Mosaic Journey • SPAN Thanks You! • Support the Cecilia McKay Fund • Pastors’ Bible Study • Woods Takes on SP United Methodist
July 18, 2025
Join us for worship on Sunday! This week, Pastor J.C. will preach from Colossians 1:15–23 and deliver her sermon, titled "A Surprise Ending."
July 16, 2025
Pastor’s Message • Make a Difference for SPAN • Malawi Mission Team Updates • Medical Professional Volunteers Needed • Join us for VBS Supper Club • VBS Thank You • Pastors’ Bible Study • Softball Game vs. The Table
July 11, 2025
Join us for worship on Sunday! This week, Sarah Wilson will preach from Luke 10:25–37 and deliver her sermon, titled "Neighboring."
July 10, 2025
Pastor’s Message • Make a Difference for SPAN • Mission Team Lands in Malawi • We’re Looking for a Part-Time Custodian • Medical Professional Volunteers Needed • Trip to Visit Our Cuban Partners • It’s Almost VBS Week at Woods • Pastors’ Bible Study • Softball Game vs. St. John’s
July 4, 2025
Join us for worship on Sunday! This week, Pastor Nancy will preach from Psalm 66: 1–9; Galatians 6: 1–6 and deliver her sermon, titled "Sowing to the Spirit."
July 2, 2025
Pastor’s Message • WoodsWork Recap • Charlie Phelps Celebrates 107th Birthday • Prayers for Our Woods Malawi Mission Team • We’re Looking for a Part-Time Organist/Pianist • Seeking Medical Professionals • Trip to Visit Our Cuban Partners • Get Ready for VBS • Prayers for the Family of Helen Huffard
June 27, 2025
Join us for worship on Sunday! This week, Pastor J.C. will preach from Luke 9:52–61 and deliver his sermon, titled "Call and Response."
More Posts