Friendship
America faces an epidemic of loneliness. Our population is growing, but we are not growing more connected to each other. But God has given us a gift and a calling that is an antidote to loneliness: Friendship. Friendship is a way that we care for each other and a way that we grow in discipleship because the practices that keep our relationships with people strong are the same as those that keep our relationships with God strong. In this series we will look at some examples of friendship in the Bible to learn the key practices that build healthy friendship—with our neighbors and with God. (adapted from "Made for People" by Justin Whitmel Earley)
On August 24 we shared that Darren Raley, who has served as our Director of Worship for the past 24 years, has discerned God's call to move on from Woodlake UMC and into a new season of life and service. We have been blessed by Darren's ministry here, and will be sad to bid him farewell. Darren has written a letter to share more about his decision, which you can read here.
Darren will continue to serve at Woodlake until late September, and we encourage you to take time in the next few weeks to thank him for his work and wish him well. We invite you to hold Darren and his family, and our church, in prayer in this time of transition.
Worship with us
9:30 SUNDAY SERVICE
Modern
A casual, come-as-you-are atmosphere with a message relevant to living a Christian life in modern times featuring modern, Christian music led by the Woodlake UMC worship band.
11:00 SUNDAY SERVICE
Traditional
Familiar hymns, timeless liturgy and a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere with a Bible-based message that encourages a life-long, life-changing relationship with God.
Woodlake UMC
A Roof-Digging Church
Woodlake UMC
Our mission is to make the love of Jesus accessible to all, even if it means digging a hole in the roof.
Mark 2:1-12
Follows Jesus. Loves all people. Impacts the community.
EVENTS
Chronic Illness Support Group
Woodlake is offering a support group to help those navigating life while living with mental illness, residual cancer affects, and other chronic illness.
2nd Saturdays | 9:00-10:30am | Room 101
Men's Fellowship Breakfast
All are welcome to join us for Men's Ministry “Rooftop” Breakfast and devotion. No charge! Just come enjoy good company, food, and fellowship!
1st Saturdays | 7:30am
Wednesdays at Woodlake
There's something for everyone Wednesdays evenings at Woodlake! Mission Dinner and Classes for all ages
Starts Sept 17 | 5:30-8:00pm
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