Avondale Presbyterian Church | September 21, 2022 | |
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This Sunday
Join us for worship this Sunday at 10 AM as we welcome guest pastor Rev. Dr. Tom Robinson.
This week's sermon is "Hope in the Ashes," Our Scripture reading is Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15.
For those joining online, we broadcast live via YouTube and Facebook. Find the links here.
Last Sunday
Find recent services and church emails anytime on our website.
Nursery
Open Sundays 9:45 AM to 12 noon for 3 and under.
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We have kicked-off our stewardship season! If you were not able to pick-up your stewardship packet, it is in the mail to you. You can see the kick-off here. | |
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ASAP Meeting tomorrow!
Our next ASAP meeting is tomorrow, Thursday at noon in the Fellowship Hall. We will have a VERY special program. The StarClaire 5 (Mahlon, Dennis, and Jackie) will share their beautiful music with us. We are so excited!!
Happy September to all of you! - Your ASAP Planning Team
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YOU ARE INVITED! Grab a friend and your lunch and come hear the music! | |
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Sacred Space Art- Jewelry Class on Sept 26
Sign-up now to for a jewelry class with legend Linda Sacra! Monday, Sept 26 at 6:30 pm, you'll learn how to make bracelets with memory wire. Find details/sign-up on this class and two more offerings from Sacred Space Art on our website. Invite a friend!
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Avondale Adventures - Registration is open!!
The next Adventure begins Wed, Oct 5! Details and registration are available on our website. Registration is open through Sept 27. The fun runs through Dec 7 and the children's Christmas performance will be Sun, Dec 11. Volunteers are especially needed to help with the food, dinner and children at 5 PM.
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Music Ministry - join in!
Join us in sharing beautiful music to the glory of God. Join our choir or handbell choir this season. Expertise is not required. Open to most all ages.
Rehearsals:
-Choir - Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 PM
-Handbells - Sundays 4-5:15 PM
Interested? Contact Rich Stanley.
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Actors Needed for "A Christmas Movie"
High School and Adult actors needed for the play "A Christmas Movie." This will be presented on Dec 11 following worship with music provided by the Avondale Adventures Choir. Rehearsals will begin in October. Please contact Rich Stanley if you are interested or for more information.
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Crossroads Christmas Program
Sunday, December 18
Spread the joy and the word and invite your friends, family, and neighbors to join us for a Christmas concert at 3 PM.
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Help with Worship
Reader, Setup, Nursery, Greeter.... more.
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Lunches for Homeless
7 spaces open for Oct 5. Sign-up here.
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Taizé Services
Reader, greet, music
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JOB OPENINGS:
Please help spread the word!
-PT Financial Coordinator
-PT Interim Director of Christian Education
-Early Education Teachers
avondalepresbychurch.org/jobs
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OFFICE NEWS:
Starting September 23rd, the church office will be closing Friday afternoons at 12 PM for the weekend. However, if you have a pastoral emergency, please do not hesitate to call Jim or an Elder so we can support you.
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Church Triumphant (Ewing)
With deep sadness we share that Maurice Ewing (76) of Blowing Rock, NC, the father of Rev. Jim Ewing (Carrie), joined the Church Triumphant Sunday, September 11, 2022. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 24 at Rumple Memorial Presbyterian Church in Blowing Rock with a reception to follow. For more details, see the obituary. Please join us in keeping Jim and the Ewing family and friends in your prayers.
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Church Triumphant (Graham)
With deep sadness we share that Rose Graham joined the Church Triumphant Sunday, September 18, 2022. Rose joined Avondale Presbyterian Church in January 1974. A graveside service will be held Thursday, September 22 at 2 PM, with Rev. Jim Ewing presiding, at Evergreen Cemetery, 4426 Central Ave., Charlotte, NC 28205. Please join us in keeping her family and friends in your prayers.
Obituary
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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.
Our Prayer List is shared Sundays in our Bulletin email.
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ASAP Birthdays
Join ASAP in celebrating our senior members. Here is a list of ASAP birthdays!
-Sept 1 - Sandy Brodof
-Sept 3 - Stewart Farris
-Sept 9 - Brenda Coble*
-Sept 15 - JoAnne Sahlie (Celebrating #91)
*pictured
And all August and September here.
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Member Directory
Do you use the directory often? Do you prefer a paper copy? We can provide one. If desired, please contact the office. We will print a copy and mail it to you.
For a printed copy, online directory password, or updates, email Caroline.
OLIVIA MAGEE has printed copies at worship. See her to get a copy!
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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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