Easter
April 4, 2021
Rev. Jim Ewing
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"Peace That Comes From A Rolled Away Stone"
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Mark 16: 1 - 8
16 When the sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and anoint him. 2 And very early on the first day of the week, when the sun had risen, they went to the tomb. 3 They had been saying to one another, “Who will roll away the stone for us from the entrance to the tomb?” 4 When they looked up, they saw that the stone, which was very large, had already been rolled back. 5 As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man, dressed in a white robe, sitting on the right side; and they were alarmed. 6 But he said to them, “Do not be alarmed; you are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has been raised; he is not here. Look, there is the place they laid him. 7 But go, tell his disciples and Peter that he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him, just as he told you.” 8 So they went out and fled from the tomb, for terror and amazement had seized them; and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid.
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Communion Sunday
We invite you to participate from home using common bread and juice.
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Easter Meditation Services |
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Followed by our 9:30 AM Worship broadcast on YouTube, we invite you to join us for an outdoor Easter Meditation Service and flowering of the Cross in the Sacred Garden. There are two service times, one at 11:30 AM and another at 1:00 PM! Easter Brunch will be served at 12 PM. Please bring a chair or blanket for seating. In compliance with state and county recommendations, we continue to require the use of face coverings, social distancing and will cap the sign-up at 50 people for the outdoor gathering. Please use this link to sign-up and find further information.
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We honored and remembered loved ones this Easter by supporting a mission or project at Avondale. These gifts help ensure Avondale offers meaningful ways to engage faith and serve others. We invite you to view the names of those remembered and honored this Easter by clicking HERE!
Thank you for your gifts too these meaningful ministries!
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Thank you for joining us in worship!
If you are interested in hearing more about Avondale, please take a moment to fill out our Next Steps form!
Our next new member/inquirer class starts soon!
April 20th & 27th / 7 PM - 8:45PM on Zoom
Sign-up using the link below!
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We look forward to hearing from you and the opportunity to share how God is working through the Avondale community! |
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Children's Moment
Parents, read over the lesson below and use it to stir conversation as a family!
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Have you ever heard of the word rejoice?
Rejoice means to show great joy or delight! In what ways do you show great joy or delight?
Today is Easter, the day we show great joy and delight in knowing that Jesus is alive and in Heaven watching over us! In what way do you and your family rejoice on Easter? One way we show great joy and delight on Easter at church is through song! Below is a link to a fun song that celebrates Easter! Search through your house for an instrument or even a makeshift one, like a box of rice, and have a family dance party, REJOICING in the good news that Jesus is ALIVE!
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When Mary, Jesus' mother, approached the tomb where His body was laid, she discovered the large rock blocking the opening had been rolled away and that Jesus was no longer there. She became very sad. Soon, Jesus came to her saying that he was alive and would soon be in heaven with His Father! Mary was very happy and rejoiced by spreading the good news! This week, while outside playing or walking, find a rock that you can decorate and write on it "He is risen!" as a reminder of Easter! You may spread the good news by leaving it on someone's door step!
Prayer
Dear God, thank you for this glorious Easter day! Let us rejoice and share in the good news! Amen.
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Avondale Baby Blessing Basket
We celebrate with great joy and anticipation the arrival of three new babies within Avondale during the month of March and April! Member Care invites you to share in this excitement by signing up to contribute to a Baby Blessing Basket to be delivered to the families just prior or shortly after their arrivals. The sign-up includes diapers, wipes and their most frequented grocery stores and take-out restaurants. Please return your gifts to Avondale by this Wednesday, April 7!
When dropping off, please assign a card or sticky note indicating the family each gift is intended for!
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If you know of any member concerns or needs, please email Jim.
Member Directory online...
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Prayer Requests
Lee Ballard; Kemper Boyd; Callaway Family; Abigail Corriher; Jozsef Eyer; Kim Kirk; Gail Love; Marilyn Nolan; Tim O'Neil; Rita Outland; Tina Sanderson; Sarah Sperry; Gail Trippodo; Donnell Washington; Wilkerson Family.
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Church Triumphant
It is with deep sadness that we share that Emily Boyd, the mother of Kemper Boyd, joined the Church Triumphant earlier this week. We ask that you keep Kemper, Trish and Miller in your prayers during this difficult time.
Consider sending a card of love and care!
The Boyd Family
314 E. Kingston Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28203
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Your Avondale Pledge
For those of you who contribute to your pledge through the offering plate on Sunday, there are many opportunities to fulfill your commitment including, mailing a check, PayPal or a one-time or reoccurring bank draft. Drafts can be setup or changed at anytime. Please contact Jacqueline for more information.
Using the link below, you may contribute to your 2021 pledge or make a gift to the church.
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Avondale Adventures
Registration for our spring Avondale Adventures program is open! This long running program of Avondale provides a Wednesday evening time of Bible, choir, games and outdoor picnics for our children ages 3 years through 5th grade. The Adventure begins April 14 so hurry over to the website for further details and registration!
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April 11, 2021
9:30 AM / Virtual Service
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Saturday, April 17, 2021
8 AM - 12 PM
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Avondale Presbyterian
2821 Park Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28209
Phone: 704-333-6194
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