Avondale E-Worship
STEWARDSHIP
September 20, 2020
"Money"
1 Timothy 6:17-19

17 Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. 18 Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. 19 In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.
Our Stewardship giving campaign kicked-off last Sunday, September 13!
Thank you to all who came by to pick-up their 2021 Stewardship packet. If you were not able to make it, please watch your mail for your packet sent this week. Your 2021 Pledge Card is inside. Please take the next few weeks to read the letter included in your packet, hear Rev. Jim Ewing's sermons on stewardship and prayerfully consider your gift to Avondale for the coming year. We ask you to please return your completed pledge card to Avondale on or before Dedication Sunday on October 4, 2020. Thank you!
Children's Moment
Parents, read over the lesson below and use it to stir conversation as a family!
Generosity
In todays lesson we learn that God commands us to be "rich in good deeds and generous and willing to share." God wants us to use our gifts and talents to help others and most importantly to tell others about His love! When we are generous with all that we have, we are focused on others and not on ourselves. God tells us in 1 Timothy 6:19 that when we do this, "we may take hold of the life that is truly life."

Last week we talked about this being the Stewardship season. A time when we look back at all we have and make a commitment to God and the church on what we will give and how we will help in the coming year.

Parents and caregivers, spend some time talking with your children and explain why you give to the church in the ways that you do.

Let Us Pray
Dear God, help me to have a generous heart, focusing my energy and gifts on You and those I can help. Amen.
Member Care Corner
"Show You Care - Task of the week"
In todays lesson we learn that God commands us to be "rich in good deeds and generous and willing to share." What good deeds could you share this week? Surprise a member who may need a helping hand in the yard, or a fresh fall flower on their porch, or a warm pumpkin coffee to brighten their day. The list of opportunities is endless!
If you know of any member concerns or needs, please email Jim.

Member Directory online...
For the updated password, email Caroline .
Prayer Requests

Lee Ballard; Michael Booher; Janet Harrison and family; Marilyn Nolan; Deidrea Pavlin; Floyd Privette; The Reed Family; Lyn Sweet and family; Merrily Watts; The family of Lucy Wiley
Mission Corner
Come help our homeless neighbors in a safe and socially distanced way!

Roof Above is hosting 70 working, homeless neighbors at a dorm in Charlotte, helping to keep them safe from COVID. These men take their lunch to work and we are going to prepare a nutritious, bagged lunch for them!
Join us on September 30, October 28, and November 18 at 4 PM for this opportunity to serve our neighbors together!
We will gather in the Fellowship Hall with a table for each participant, socially distanced and with all the supplies you need. Masks will be required.
We will have a maximum of ten people at each session and slots will go fast--so sign up today using the tab below!
Offering
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 2020 pledge or make a gift to the church.
Announcements
Every morning, Monday-Friday at 7 AM, we are joining on Zoom for a morning devotional and prayer. These last about 10 minutes with an opportunity for fellowship following. If you miss it, don't worry! A recording will be available on Facebook and YouTube! The devotional follows along with Bob Goff's, "Live in Grace Walk in Love - A 365 Day Journey." The book is not required to participate.
No sign-up necessary!
Start your day in community!
The Five Love Languages
Saturday, September 26

Avondale has been invited by First Presbyterian Church of Salisbury to participate in this wonderful opportunity with Dr. Gary Chapman!
Use the links below to register. $10 per session / per household

Session 1: Love Languages of Children & Youth 9:30 am
For anyone with children or teenagers in their life! Learn how to communicate more effectively with your children or youth. Register HERE!

Session 2: Married and Loving It 10:30 am
For couples newly married or married for years recapture the spark and excitement from the beginning of your relationship and learn to cultivate skills to continue growing together. Register HERE!
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