March 6, 2022
In-person and Online at 10 AM
Rev. Jim Ewing
"Dancing Our Prayers"
with Mending Wings

Today we welcome our brothers and sisters from Mending Wings, an indigenous youth group from Yakama Nation. We are honored to have them lead us in today's worship service and to share their story, their culture and their spiritualty with us!

Following the service we invite you to stay for lunch in the Fellowship Hall where you can spend time getting to know this amazing group more personally!
Welcome Guests
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. We look forward to knowing you and the opportunity to share with you how God is working through the Avondale community.

New Member/Inquirer Class starts in April!
April 24, May 1 & 15 / 11 AM - 1:00 PM at Avondale
You may express interest using the link below and a member of our Outreach Team will contact you soon!
Member Care Corner
SUPPORT HUMANITARIAN RELIEF TO THOSE FLEEING VIOLENCE IN UKRAINE

GIVE . ACT . PRAY
Next Sunday, March 13 we will collect a special offering to aid in relief for victims of the Ukraine war. All contributions will be passed along to the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance organization who are actively helping to provide food, shelter and other necessary resources. All loose cash and checks marked "PDA-Ukraine" found in the offering plate will go towards this cause. You may also give using a PayPal link provided in next weeks service email.
Prayer Requests

Susan Alley (sister of Martha Branden); Allman Family; Hannah Caddell; Laurie Caudle; Sallie Chumley; Louise Ron Crossley; Jozsef Eyer; Ann Gregory; Anthony Higgs; Stewart Jernigan; Kim Kirk; Charity Liutai; Wendy McCreery; Alonzo Miguel; Drew Milholland; Ben, Renee, Sena, Oscar & Soren Miller; Tim O'Neil; Ulli Otto; Rita Outland; Gail Trippodo; David Waller; Marshall & June Whitmire; Courtney Williams & Family; Rick Young IV.
Please do not hesitate to request prayers from Avondale for the joys or concerns on your heart. We encourage you to let us know of any sickness, crisis, or situation where we can provide support or care. You may contact Rev. Jim Ewing directly or complete the prayer request form using this link.

Member Directory Online
For password information, email Caroline .
Mission Corner
Good Friday will be on April 15! Similar to last year we will offer a Stations of the Cross event in the Sacred Garden from 10 AM to 5 PM as well as the opportunity to donate blood with the American Red Cross at a drive held in the FLC from 10 AM to 2:30 PM. Communion will be served outside of the FLC from 12 PM to 1 PM. Reserve your donor slot using the sign-up link below.
Kids Cafe
Room In The Inn

Room In The Inn is a collaborative ministry with Holy Comforter this winter, with volunteers from both churches. RITI will be held at Avondale on the 1st and 3rd Sundays, December through March. The Sign-Up Genius is open! Positions: driver, overnight host, meals, setup, take down, and wash linens. As in past years, anyone can volunteer.
Lunches for the Homeless

Join Avondale friends each month on the 4th Wednesday at 4 PM to make 150 lunches for our homeless neighbors! Our next date is scheduled for Wednesday, March 23 at 4 PM in the Fellowship Hall. This is a great opportunity for small groups and families to serve together!

3 Spots Remaining!
The Offering Plate
The financial gifts you give today are used for God’s ministry here at Avondale and beyond. In addition to auto draft, mailings and the Sunday offering plate, you are invited to give online or scan the QR Code above.
Let us give thanks to God!

If you have any questions or need assistance with your gift offering, please do not hesitate to contact Leah Hackworth, church Financial Coordinator.
Announcements
Visit the Avondale church website to learn more about all that is happening during Lent!
March 13, 2022

A Congregational Meeting has been called by the Session on Sunday, March 13 immediately following worship for the purpose of receiving the 2021 annual report. Please join us for a review of 2021 and reports on the financial health of Avondale.
Mark your calendar for our Spring Property Workday scheduled Saturday, April 2nd from 8 AM - 12 PM! We hope you will join us for a morning of outdoor work, fellowship and fun.
Your help is needed on Sunday mornings!
Sign-up for Sunday volunteer opportunities using the link below.
Avondale Presbyterian
2821 Park Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28209
Phone: 704-333-6194