Sunday, May 1
Breakfast, Cantata & Children's Sunday School
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Enjoy breakfast and fellowship at Avondale this Sunday before our cantata worship service. Starting at 9 AM in the Fellowship Hall, and brought to us by our Stewardship ministry, come enjoy coffee, juice, fresh bagels and spreads! |
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Our 10 AM service will be the cantata, “Colors of Grace.” Also on May 1, our Children’s Sunday School resumes. Children ages three and up come to worship then go with teachers following the Children’s Moment. The nursery is open for those under three. |
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APRIL 27 – Women’s Bible Study
Kick-off is this evening for a Spring Women’s Bible Study. Join in! This is open to Avondalers, friends, family, neighbors…. Read more about this Bible study going on at Avondale. (More on aNews.)
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APRIL 28 – ASAP News
ASAP will meet on Thursday at 12 noon in the Fellowship Hall. We will have a delicious meal together. Sally Brewster of Park Road Books will share reviews of great books to read this summer. You will be called for a reservation. Please come and enjoy the good food, wonderful fellowship, and information on programs to come. - Your ASAP Planning Team
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APRIL 30 - Youth Group Fundraiser
The Charlotte Art Collective is hosting their spring art show in the FLC this Saturday from 10 to 4 PM. They have selected our Avondale youth to be the recipient of the proceeds raised in their raffle giveaways! Please stop by, shop local artisans and consider purchasing a raffle ticket to benefit our Avondale Youth. (More on aNews.)
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MAY 1 - Update for Children's Sunday School
Children's Sunday School resumes this Sunday during the worship hour for ages three and up. Please bring your child to worship where they will participate in the service for the first 20 minutes. (See the table for the children's activity bags, Bibles, etc.)
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Following the Children’s Moment, they will be invited to join their SS teachers in walking over to the classrooms. Children will enjoy a lesson, games and snacks. Following worship, you may pick your child up in the classroom building. Are you planning for your child to participate? If so, complete the form and help us get to know them better! CSS Form
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MAY 3 – PWA Bible Study
PWA Bible Study meets the first Tuesday at 1 PM. Open to all women! The next meeting is May 3 and the study is about “Jesus’ Lineage: Women of the Bible.” At the next meeting, we’ll also do Teacher Appreciation Snack Bags for Sedgefield MS teachers.
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MAY 3 – Taizé
Join us at 7 PM for a time of communal prayer, song, and meditative silence. Our monthly Taizé Prayer Services are open to all.
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MAY 4 - Lunches for Homeless Date Change
The schedule of lunch-making and delivery to Roof Above for our homeless neighbors is changing to the first Wednesday at 9:30 AM. The Thursday, April 28 date is canceled. Please sign-up here and join Avondale friends on May 4. (More on aNews.)
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MAY 4 – Vacation Bible School registration opens
Join Avondale this summer for a fun Vacation Bible School camp. Our theme is "Wonder World Fun Fest! Amazed by our Extraordinary Savior." Your child will be amazed at the extraordinarily fun week of music, Bible exploration, crafts, games, and more.
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MAY 7 - World Labyrinth Day
Held every year on the first Saturday in May (on Friday for schools) is World Labyrinth Day where thousands around the world participate in a moving meditation for world peace. Read more avondalepresbychurch.org/labyrinth
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THROUGH MAY 15 - Clothing Drive
PWA is conducting another clothing drive for the clothing store at Sedgefield Middle School. To participate, donate gently used summer clothing for middle school age/size youth, this includes adult sizes. We will be accepting donations in the church office through Sunday, May 15. (More on aNews.)
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Last Sunday Worship
Rev. Dr. Tom Robinson was our guest pastor. To hear “Doubt, Faith and Ants” (John 20: 19-31) or read the bulletin, visit avondalepresbychurch.org/enews.
Easter Gifts
We invite you to take a moment to view the names of those remembered and honored this Easter by clicking HERE!
Easter Day
Alleluia! Christ is Risen! What a joyous Sunday it was. Avondale welcomed many guests and had the annual Flowering of the Cross. We are grateful to all who came and helped make this day memorable!
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Avondale's quarterly publication sharing ministry updates, reports and news, along with Member birthdays, anniversaries and more... is coming FRIDAY, APRIL 29! Check your inbox later this week to read the latest from Avondale. |
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Member Concerns
If you know of any member concerns or needs, please email Rev. Jim. Please send us your Prayer Requests too.
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Safe Alliance Walk
Show your support for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence at Walk A Mile With Safe Alliance on May 14. Join fellow Avondalers and the greater Charlotte community at NoDa Brewing for a family-friendly event that raises awareness and funds for Safe Alliance. To learn more and register, visit: walkamile.swell.gives
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Avondale Presbyterian Church
2821 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28209
Church Office: 704-333-6194
Avondale Children's Center: 704-377-6960
www.avondalepresbychurch.org
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AVONDALE VISION OBJECTIVES
As a congregation, God calls us to:
- Create close relationships to support a dynamic faith
- Not only serve our neighbors but know them personally
- Prepare the hearts of children and families to abide in Christ
- Reduce economic inequities by breaking down barriers to education
- Develop and demonstrate a sustaining faith
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