ANNOUNCEMENTS
9th Annual Hymn Choir Anniversary Concert
Join us in celebration of our Hymn Choir's 9th Anniversary! Sunday, June 22nd at 2:30pm
Enjoy a host of selections prepared for the celebration as well as selections from guest hymn choirs. There will be a light repast served following the concert. We hope to see you there!
NBPC Biennial Conference Choir
The Conference Choir rehearsal dates have changed.
New Conference Choir rehearsal dates are: Saturdays, May 31, June 7th, and June 14th, at 11 am, at the Matthews Murkland Church, 7001 Old Providence Road.
The Choir does not have to register for the conference, they will have a special badge. In addition, the Biennial Conference Choir will be singing on Thursday, June 19th at the evening worship service at 6 pm, and the closing worship service on Saturday, June 21st at 11 am.
Mother’s Day at Woodland
Elder Anita McClary
Clerk of Session
Woodland Proudly Announces Our NEW Clerk of Session
Effective June 1st, 2025, Woodland proudly announces our new Clerk of Session, Elder Anita McClary! Please direct all inquiries and requests to Elder McClary going forward.
Graduation Sunday
In honor of our 2025 Graduates and this very happy milestone from high school or college, Woodland will observe Graduation Sunday on June 29th. If you are a 2025 Woodland Graduate, please submit your name and school/college to Nina Adams at 704-395-6492 or email bellninaa@gmail.com by Sunday, May 18th. All graduates will wear their graduation regalia for this special observance.
Prayers Requested
Please lift up Deacon Brenda Dixon in your prayers.
PW Bible Study
Join in with the Presbyterian Women for Bible Study on Sunday, June 22nd following morning worship.
Pentecost Sunday
Join us for our annual joint Pentecost Sunday worship service with Paw Creek Presbyterian Church on Sunday, June 8th! More details to come.
Juneteenth Celebration Skit “Night Watch”
If you loved last year’s Black History Month Play, get ready—because we’re turning up the drama for Juneteenth!
This year’s skit, “Night Watch,” is bigger, bolder, and more powerful than ever. Set on the eve of emancipation, this moving drama captures the raw emotion, hope, and courage of the night before freedom.
We’re bringing back the same incredible cast that stole your hearts last year—plus two NEW young actors who are bringing fresh fire to the stage!
Don’t miss this unforgettable performance at Woodland! Sunday, June 22nd immediately following the morning worship service.
Come celebrate freedom, resilience, and the spirit of Juneteenth with us!
Message from Rev. McClain re: Wednesday/Mid-week Bible Study
Dear Woodland Family,
We are doing great work together, and in our efforts to continue to move forward and grow together, we will combine our Wednesday/Mid-Week Service with our regular Sunday School class.
Consequently, there will be NO Wednesday/Mid-Week Service, beginning Wednesday, August 21, 2024, pending our growth curve that puts us in that direction to begin again on Wednesdays.
In Christ,
Rev. McClain
Evangelism & Outreach Ministry’s Sunshine Bags Delivery
Our wonderful Evangelism & Outreach Ministry went out to deliver sunshine to our sick & shut-in members last weekend!
Movie Night!
Thanks to everyone who came out to fellowship with our Evangelism & Outreach and Abundant LYFE Ministries at Movie Night! We all thoroughly enjoyed the movie, “The Forge” and its powerful message of discipleship.
Jersey Sunday
Such a wonderful time worshiping together on Jersey Sunday! Abundant LYFE Ministry would like to thank everyone for their participation last Sunday!
Meet & Greet Cook-Out Recap!
The Meet & Greet Cook Out was such a wonderful success! Everyone enjoyed an awesome experience with amazing food, family fun and Christian fellowship!
The Worship Ministry would like to thank all participants who donated their time, talents, and resources to the Meet and Greet Event held on last Sunday. Your support was the cornerstone of a successful outcome.
Click the link below to view the recap video on YouTube!
Adult Sunday School
Join us for Adult Sunday School with Rev. McClain every Sunday morning at 9:15am! We will have fellowship with one another at 9am.
Graduation Sunday
"Listen to advice and accept instruction, so you might grow wise in the future. Many plans are in a person’s mind, but the Lord’s purpose will succeed."
Proverbs 19:20-21
We were so happy to celebrate our 2024 Graduates on Graduation Sunday!
As we continue to pray for them on their journey, we encourage them to always remember God!
Father’s Day Celebration
Woodland’s Father’s Day celebration was a huge success!
The celebration highlights included the beautiful excerpts from Dr. Rodgery McClain’s books “Father’s Day” and “The Proving Grounds”, the Father’s Day gifts to the Dads of Woodland, the selections from the Men’s choir, and the wonderful photos of Fathers at the photo backdrop!
It was truly a blessing!
16th Annual Joint Pentecost Sunday Service
Celebrating the Sixteenth Annual Pentecost Service between Woodland and Paw Creek Presbyterian Churches.
We honor the graves of enslaved members of Paw Creek Church who died with red carnations.
PW Bible Study
The Presbyterian Women enjoyed a wonderful Bible Study session last Sunday led by Terri Bryant.
Woodland & Paw Creek Reading Program
Keeping the vision and legacy of the late Elder Madge Hopkins alive through the Woodland and Paw Creek Reading Program. Second graders from Paw Creek Elementary are provided extended opportunities to enhance their reading ability.
Members wishing to volunteer as a reading buddy for 2024'-2025 school year should contact Elder Robin Fox.
Bingo @ Saturn Nursing & Rehab Center
Woodland’s Evangelism & Outreach Ministry visited Saturn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center last Saturday to host Bingo games and engage with the residents!
AIDS WALK 2024
Woodland’s Abundant LYFE Ministry participated in RAIN’s 28th Annual AIDS Walk in Uptown Charlotte today! A total of $166,080 was raised in efforts to promote awareness, end stigma, and support those individuals living with HIV.
It was an awesome event and we appreciate all of the support! Our goal is to be in the top 5 of congregational givers next year!
Update Your Contact Info!
Over the next few weeks, we are working to ensure all of Woodland’s records are up to date for our 2024 Member Directory. Our new family registration process will not only allow you to update all your information but will also allow you to view all our many ministries and join the groups you wish to hear from. Also, in 2024, we will be highlighting birthdays and anniversaries in our weekly email blasts!
We are asking that all individuals and families click the link below to submit/ update all contact information for the 2024 member directory.
Please, take 5 minutes to click the button below to register your family and update all your information.
Congratulations, Layla!
Woodland is proud to announce that our very own Layla Hopkins is a 2024 Charlotte Post Foundation Top Senior!
Congratulations, Layla! Keep going!
Walking Into 2024 Standing on God’s Promises!
Together, Woodland walked around the church 7 times on the 7th day of 2024! We’re praying that this bold act of faith will bring down any walls that may block Woodland’s blessings this year. We’re claiming abundance, overflow, growth, & prosperity in 2024!
Thank you to all who participated in Abundant LYFE Ministry’s first activity of the year!
#LiveYourFaithEveryday
Trip to Nativity According to the Gospels
Woodland had a wonderful time last Saturday during an outing to @hanesbrandstheatre to see Nativity According to the Gospels! Everyone enjoyed dinner together at Sweet Potatoes afterwards. Special thanks to the Evangelism & Outreach Ministry for organizing this amazing outing!
Bingo at Saturn Nursing Home
The Evangelism & Outreach Ministry visited Saturn Nursing Home on Saturday, Nov. 18th to fellowship with the residents over Bingo!
Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study
The Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study had an awesome turnout. Special thanks to Rev. Stowe and everyone who participated to make it such a success!
First Lady: The Stage Play
Abundant LYFE Adult Ministry had such a great time on Saturday night! We all enjoyed First Lady: The Stage Play! It was awesome!
Abundant LYFE Ministry enjoyed a night of fellowship at The Reunion Tour last week!
Special Thank You from Summer Camp at The Wood!
Thank you for your support for the Summer Enrichment Camp at The Wood! The kids have all enjoyed themselves. As camp comes to its final week, the kids expressed their gratitude for all the helping hands that made Summer Camp at The Wood possible, including The Presbytery of Charlotte and the Session at Paw Creek Presbyterian Church.
Evangelism Ministry’s Bowling Outing
The Evangelism Ministry hosted a bowling outing at Textile Lanes filled with FUN & FELLOWSHIP!
Masks are now optional
Please note that The Session has voted to make masks optional.
EVANGELISM & OUTREACH MINISTRY AT SATURN NURSING & REHAB
The Evangelism & Outreach Ministry visited the Saturn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center to spend time with the residents playing Bingo! Special thanks to the Evangelism Ministry for the wonderful work that they are doing!
Food Bank Resources
Liberty Baptist Church (Sam Wilson Rd.)
Mondays (9am-11am)
Mission City Church (Valleydale Rd.)
1st & 3rd Thursdays (12pm-2pm)
Sick & Shut-in list
Please continue to pray for those isolated from the life of the church for various reasons. They are:
Ethel Sadler
Joyce Blackshear
John Haywood Small (Hunter Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center)
Verline Morrison
Mattie Reid
Bette Carson
Emma Stinson
Mrs. Veola H. Thomas
Shirley Elder
Margaret Rankin