We will miss his gifts, humor and compassion in the office, and are thankful that he will still be among us as he and Karen remain active members of our family of faith. If you would like to contribute to this gift you may do so with cash (in an envelope with Tom’s name on it), by check (made payable to Woods with “Tom’s gift” in the memo line, online here or Text "WOODS TomL" to 73256 to give using your mobile device. If you mail your gift, please mark your envelope "Attention: Ada Sell."

THANK YOU! anonymous donor that gave us red roses and lovely notes of appreciation. Our days were brightened and we were reminded that it is really we who are grateful for the privilege of serving in ministry with you!

Maybe you've paid to jump in line--amusement parks have speed passes, TSA has pre-check. Is it right to pay to move up the list for a kidney transplant? Could I pay to have easier access to elected officials? Why aren't college admissions auctioned off? These are the questions Harvard professor Michael Sandel discusses in his book What Money Can't Buy. Join Pastor Jacob and others in a new five-week class on Thursdays from October 21 - November 18 at either 10AM or 6PM to discuss morals and money--when they go together and when they don't. The first class will cover the first 42 pages of the book, What Money Can't Buy, and any other thoughts or questions you may have. Email any questions to Pastor Jacob. Register to join the email list.

10AM Class Zoom Link Meeting ID 874 7946 9617 | Password 403528

6PM Class Zoom Link Meeting ID 848 0877 7728 | Password 430939

Join Woods' Welcome Ministry Sunday October 24 at 12PM in the church parking lot. There will be a lunch food truck and a sweet treats dessert truck, plus free fall family and individual photos! Come for the fun, food, and photos!

Woods Church Backpack Buddies program at Annapolis Middle School will be starting in October 2021. Of the 1000 children attending AMS, over 700 are part of the FARMS Program. Government food programs are sending food home Monday through Friday, but there is still a need to assist the neediest of these children with weekend food.

Questions? Contact Sue Bohlman or Penny/Dick Moore. Sponsor a child by going online here or text "WOODS food" to 73256 to give using your mobile device. This number will never send unsolicited texts to you or dropping a check in the church office made to "Woods Church" with "AMS Backpack" in the memo line.

The Youth Ministry is looking for volunteers to provide dinner at Youth Group again this year! If you are able or interested to provide a meal for 20-30 teens, please sign up with this link. (5PM drop off food, 7PM YG over)

Join us Thursday, November 4 at 7:30PM to learn about Habitat for Humanity. Zoom Link

Join us for the next New Members' Exploration and Orientation Class on Sunday, November 14, 9:30-10:30AM in Founders Room. There will be a brief meeting with Session Elders on Wednesday, November 17, at 7PM, and you will be presented to the congregation during worship on Sunday, November 21. If you are interested, RSVP to Rachel Lunde or call 410.647.2550.

Would you like to join a group that is looking for ways to help Afghan refugees? Email missions@woodschurch.org.

Looking for a way to serve? Winter Relief is asking for help with bagged lunches for it's Emergency Shelter guests. They have provided a sign-up genius for 50 bagged lunches that should contain a sandwich, chips, fruit drink (or water), and a sweet snack (cookies). All lunches should be dropped off by 11AM on your donation day. They do not have refrigerator capability to have drop offs ahead of time. The link to sign up for 50 bag lunches is Here.

If you interested in participating on a smaller scale by providing 15-20 lunches (instead of all 50) please reach out to Scott Wiley.