Quaker had its first neighborhood block party this fall. It was conceived as a way to reach our neighborhood for Christ. We had games for the children and a free lunch for everyone. We also handed out bags with gifts, information about the church's ministries and about becoming a Christian. We were delighted to have the Liberty Block Party trailer and students with us—they did a wonderful job at manning the games and helping with food so our people could mingle. The SBCV's disaster relief trailer was there, and we enjoyed some live bluegrass music. We reached several unchurched families and have regained some of our own inactive members—we can't wait for next year!

Shady Grove, 1861 Jordantown Rd., Thaxton, is seeking a part-time music director and an accompanist (pianist or organist). If interested, please call Karen Foutz at 540.890.5636.

Suck Spring’s Mission Kids and WMU sponsored a Soup Supper to benefit World Hunger on October 3. Soups, bread, and dessert were furnished by the ladies, and the Mission Kids served as waiters and waitresses for the event. The tips the Kids received were used as their donation to World Hunger. Those attending were asked to bring their contribution to benefit World Hunger and also a can of food to help those locally in need.

A Wild West Fall Fest will be held October 31. The parking lot and fellowship hall of the church will be set up with decorations and activities and the community is invited to attend. Members of the church will be giving treats from the trunks of their cars. This outreach will offer a fun and ‘fear-free’ alternative to Trick or Treat.

The Deacons cooked and served breakfast for the church family and guests Sunday morning, September 30, followed by a high attendance emphasis for Sunday School.

Timber Ridge voted to call David Wheeler as interim pastor on September 23.