July 18, 2021
In-Person and Online at 10 AM
Rev. Jim Ewing
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Ephesians 2: 11 - 22
11 So remember that once you were Gentiles by physical descent, who were called “uncircumcised” by Jews who are physically circumcised. 12 At that time you were without Christ. You were aliens rather than citizens of Israel, and strangers to the covenants of God’s promise. In this world you had no hope and no God. 13 But now, thanks to Christ Jesus, you who once were so far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ. 14 Christ is our peace. He made both Jews and Gentiles into one group. With his body, he broke down the barrier of hatred that divided us. 15 He canceled the detailed rules of the Law so that he could create one new person out of the two groups, making peace. 16 He reconciled them both as one body to God by the cross, which ended the hostility to God. 17 When he came, he announced the good news of peace to you who were far away from God and to those who were near. 18 We both have access to the Father through Christ by the one Spirit. 19 So now you are no longer strangers and aliens. Rather, you are fellow citizens with God’s people, and you belong to God’s household. 20 As God’s household, you are built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets with Christ Jesus himself as the cornerstone. 21 The whole building is joined together in him, and it grows up into a temple that is dedicated to the Lord. 22 Christ is building you into a place where God lives through the Spirit.
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Your help is needed on Sunday mornings!
As we make the transition back to in-person worship, we are finding several areas where additional volunteers are needed. Please take a look at the different opportunities using the form below. Volunteering on Sunday mornings is a great way to fellowship, meet new people and a critical piece of the puzzle in allowing us to have a successful and meaningful worship service!
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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!
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We look forward to hearing from you and the opportunity to share how God is working through the Avondale community! |
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Prayer Requests
Allman Family; Graham Baakko & Family; Billy Caldwell; Louise Ron Crossley; Jozsef Eyer; Teresa Fox; Family of Claire Graham; Kim Kirk; Gail Love; Tim O'Neil; Rita Outland; Bob Rudisill; Tina Sanderson; Shannon Family; Sarah Sperry; Gail Trippodo; Courtney Williams & Family; Rick Young IV .
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If you know of any member concerns or needs, please email Jim.
Member Directory Online
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A SERVICE OF WITNESS TO THE
RESURRECTION
and a Celebration and Thanksgiving for the life of
Mr. Borden "Bordie" McCloskey
August 7, 2021 at 1 PM
Avondale Presbyterian Church
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Church Triumphant
Louise Pendergast Chambers
June 15, 1924 - July 13, 2021
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It is with deep sadness that we share that Ms. Louise Chambers joined the Church Triumphant July 13, 2021. Louise, 97 years old, joined Avondale church in 1970 and served for a period of time as the Director of Christian Education.
A small, family service will be held in the Sacred Garden this week. Please join us in keeping Tim, Betty and the remainder of the Chambers family and close friends in your prayers.
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Career Talks with ACE
“As a kid growing up many years ago, I had little notion of the careers I might pursue. I grew up on a farm...and had little knowledge of other careers until later in life.” We want to educate students about what people do in their jobs. So, as part of the ACE summer program, we ask people to take ~30 minutes, come by the church, and talk with students about what you do professionally. More
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Volunteer(s) Needed to Help with Summer Camp Lunch Delivery
The Avondale-ACE summer camp could use volunteer assistance to pick-up and deliver lunches through August 5. Here are the details: Pick-up about 26 lunches from Avondale Fellowship Hall at 11 AM (Monday – Friday: daily or every other day, as directed) and deliver to two locations. Any assistance will be welcome; you need not be available every day. More
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PACK A LUNCH
In Support of Our Friends at Roof Above!
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WELCOME HOME KITS
In Support of Our Friends at Roof Above!
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Scan the QR code above using your smart phone camera to pull up the Avondale giving webpage!
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 Jessica for more information.
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A Congregational Meeting has been called by the Session for Sunday, July 25, 2021 immediately following worship. The purpose of this meeting is to elect members of the nominating committee.
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The nursery is open and available for children 2 and under. This includes children of older ages with physical limitations that inhibit proper mask wearing. All of the staff and volunteers working in the nursery have been fully vaccinated. This is just one more way we are trying to care for the most vulnerable among us. |
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Vacation Bible School - Postponed!
After much conversation and thought, we have made the tough decision to postpone our Summer 2021 VBS program until next year. With VBS planning you are forced to make some decisions very early in the year and as we all know, making decisions and planning ahead during COVID has been no easy task. Although things are on the upswing and people are traveling and socializing more, there are still challenges that were unforeseen. We chose a big and wonderful VBS program early on and we want to make sure that we have the resources, participation and excitement to make it the best it can be! We hope to see you next year!
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Avondale Presbyterian
2821 Park Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28209
Phone: 704-333-6194
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