Avondale Presbyterian Church | November 2, 2022 | |
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This Sunday
Join us Sunday for worship at 10 AM. Our sermon series "Platitudes of Faith" continues. Our sermon is “God Helps Those...” and our Scripture is:
Psalm 10: 14 - 18
Matthew 25: 14 - 30
Psalm 119: 105 - 107
For those joining online, we broadcast live via YouTube and Facebook. Find the links here.
Last Sunday
Recent services and church emails can be found anytime on our website.
Nursery & Sunday School
Open Sundays 9:45 AM to 12 noon for 3 and under.
Adult Sunday School groups at 11 AM.
Information for Children's Sunday School and more is here.
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This weekend is
Daylight Saving Time.
Time to FALL BACK
1 hour!
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Sharing in God's Abundance | |
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If you have yet to bring your pledge card, there is still time!
Our pledge cards signify our financial commitment to the church.
| Mighty God, may we offer our gifts to you with generosity and gratitude, and may we live with that same spirit, so that your grace and love spread to others and empower them to do likewise. In Christ, we pray. Amen. | |
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Youth Group Holiday Sale!
Who is ready to shop for the holidays? Youth Group has items to help beautify your home, office or gift. The pick-up date this year is Saturday, Nov 26!
Order beautiful poinsettias, wreaths, and more by Tuesday, Nov 8. And help support youth ministry at Avondale! This sale is open to all.
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Room In The Inn - begins Dec 4
As the temperature drops, remember that Room In The Inn begins in December - and we need your help!
December through March, each week we will need volunteers to serve in various roles with Room In The Inn. Read more about the positions and ministry on our website. And then please sign-up to help! Invite friends.
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Youth Group Trip - Nov 11
The Youth Group Fall Retreat is next week! Friday, Nov 11 the kids depart for Camp Grier and return Sunday, Nov 13. Their weekend will be filled with Amazing Race style games, a mission project, hiking, devotions, free time and worship.
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Artisan Registration for our 4th annual Christmas Marketplace - last day is Nov 5
Avondale's Christmas Marketplace returns on Sat, Dec 3, continuing our annual showcase of local artisans, bringing a wide array of unique items for sale. The last day for local artisans to register is Saturday!
Spread the word about this holiday market featuring locally made and unique items.
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Sacred Space Art: "Painting Our Prayers" - begins Nov 7
Nourish your creative self!
This class will be a unique opportunity to participate in the process of prayer through painting and exploring the struggle and grace that comes through making art together. After the initial two classes, which will serve as an introduction to the medium, the class will meet monthly.
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ASAP will meet on THURSDAY NOVEMBER 17 at noon in the Fellowship Hall. We will have a delicious luncheon. PLEASE PUT THE DATE CHANGE ON YOUR CALENDAR! - ASAP PLANNING TEAM | |
This past Sunday, out congregation recognized All Saints’ Day to commemorate the lives of our members who died during the previous year. | |
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Serve with ACE Kids Café
We are actively seeking a volunteer to lead Kids Café, the ministry that prepares a meal once a month for kids. Kay Chelena has been leading this for years and is ready to pass the torch and will train her successor. Come serve along side Kay to learn what's involved! Contact Kay.
Click here to enjoy an ACE Ministry update.
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Help with Worship
Reader, Setup, Nursery, Greeter....more.
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Lunches for Homeless
sign-up for Nov 2 here.
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Taizé Services
Reader, greet, music
....sign-up with Ted Todd.
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We are seeking a volunteer for our Giving Garden. This is the area of campus with the raised garden beds. Speak with Cindy McKenzie about what is involved! | |
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Church Triumphant - Shanks
With deep sadness we shared earlier this year that John Maxwell Shanks, 7, joined the Church Triumphant July 10, 2022. A service will be held at Avondale on Sunday, November 20 at 1 PM with a reception to follow. We invite you to read the obituary with more details. Please join us in keeping the Shanks family and friends in your prayers.
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Church Triumphant - Thomas
It is with deep sadness that we share that Bill Thomas, 78, brother of Mahlon Thomas (Susan), passed away October 26, 2022. A service will be held Saturday, November 19 at 1 PM at Hunt Springs Baptist Church in Sanford, NC. Please join us in keeping Mahlon, Susan and all Bill's family and friends in your prayers.
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Church Triumphant - Boyd
It is with deep sadness that we share that Betty Boyd, 92, joined the Church Triumphant Tuesday, October 18, 2022. Betty joined Avondale....
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Church Triumphant - Coates
It is with deep sadness that we share that Billie Ann Coates, 85, joined the Church Triumphant October 15, 2022. Billie joined Avondale....
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Church Triumphant - Jernigan
It is with deep sadness that we share that Stuart Jernigan, father of Amanda Shanks (Eric), joined the Church Triumphant October 14, 2022. A memorial service...
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Please Welcome - Martha White
It is with joy that we welcome Martha White to our church staff. Serving in our finance office, Martha comes to us with 21 years of bookkeeping experience from her time working with the Blossom Shop. Martha will be working Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Her weekends are usually spent in the mountains at her home in Ennice, NC where she likes to kayak, fish, listen to audio books, do yard work and wood working.
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Member Concerns
If you know of 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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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. Or, open the updated directory here. Email Caroline
for a password, printed copy, or updates.
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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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