June 6, 2021
Rev. Jim Ewing
Let me tell you a story...
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Matthew 25: 14 - 30
14 “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who was leaving on a trip. He called his servants and handed his possessions over to them. 15 To one he gave five valuable coins, and to another he gave two, and to another he gave one. He gave to each servant according to that servant’s ability. Then he left on his journey. 16 “After the man left, the servant who had five valuable coins took them and went to work doing business with them. He gained five more. 17 In the same way, the one who had two valuable coins gained two more. 18 But the servant who had received the one valuable coin dug a hole in the ground and buried his master’s money.
19 “Now after a long time the master of those servants returned and settled accounts with them. 20 The one who had received five valuable coins came forward with five additional coins. He said, ‘Master, you gave me five valuable coins. Look, I’ve gained five more.’ 21 “His master replied, ‘Excellent! You are a good and faithful servant! You’ve been faithful over a little. I’ll put you in charge of much. Come, celebrate with me.’ 22 “The second servant also came forward and said, ‘Master, you gave me two valuable coins. Look, I’ve gained two more.’
23 “His master replied, ‘Well done! You are a good and faithful servant. You’ve been faithful over a little. I’ll put you in charge of much. Come, celebrate with me.’
24 “Now the one who had received one valuable coin came and said, ‘Master, I knew that you are a hard man. You harvest grain where you haven’t sown. You gather crops where you haven’t spread seed. 25 So I was afraid. And I hid my valuable coin in the ground. Here, you have what’s yours.’ 26 “His master replied, ‘You evil and lazy servant! You knew that I harvest grain where I haven’t sown and that I gather crops where I haven’t spread seed? 27 In that case, you should have turned my money over to the bankers so that when I returned, you could give me what belonged to me with interest. 28 Therefore, take from him the valuable coin and give it to the one who has ten coins. 29 Those who have much will receive more, and they will have more than they need. But as for those who don’t have much, even the little bit they have will be taken away from them. 30 Now take the worthless servant and throw him out into the farthest darkness.’
“People there will be weeping and grinding their teeth.
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Children's Moment
Parents, read over the lesson below and use it for stirring conversation as a family!
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Do you have a special talent?
What is it? Spend some time with your family talking about your talent and asking others about theirs.
In our scripture lesson today, Jesus tells a story about gifts that three different people received. Two of them used their gifts and they doubled, allowing them to share those gifts with others. The third person, buried their gift and because they never used it, it never grew and they had nothing to share with others!
Each one of us has different talents and different ways to use them. And even though they are different, they aren’t better or worse than each other. God just wants to see us use them instead of hiding them. That’s why He gave them to us! He wants us to use those talents to bring more people to him and to grow His kingdom.
How can you share your God given talent with others?
Pull together family, friends and neighbors and host a summer talent show! Get creative and decorate a "stage," provide snacks and ask people to come out and watch! You could even consider selling tickets and using the money as a donation to a local charity. What a great way to use your talents and share your gifts with others!
Prayer
Dear God, Thank you for giving each of us a special talent. Help us to use that gift and share it with others! Amen.
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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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Church Triumphant
Claire Loflin Graham
March 29, 1930 - May 21, 2021
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It is with deep sadness that we share that Claire Graham joined the Church Triumphant Friday, May 21, 2021. Claire, 91 years old, was a faithful member of Avondale, Women's Circle and Choir. Please join us in keeping her family and close friends in your prayers.
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Faulkenberry Family
Lauren and Hayes Faulkenberry have a 3-year-old son, Helms, and a 1-year-old daughter, Eden. They are both real estate brokers - Lauren working with retail and Hayes working with retail and residential builders. Lauren enjoys reading, hiking and biking. She once owned two barre studios in Greenville, SC. Hayes grew up in Rock Hill and enjoys college sports and traveling.
Send a note of welcome!
1235 Marlwood Ter
Charlotte, NC 28209
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Vickers Family
Kristie and Devin Vickers have a 1-year-old son Win. They enjoy spending time with their families in North Carolina and Alabama. Kristie likes traveling, exercising, and reading. Devin is a senior estimator with a construction contracting company. He enjoys cooking and fishing.
Send a note of welcome!
3612 Moultrie St
Charlotte, NC 28209
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Prayer Requests
Graham Baakko & Family; Billy Caldwell; Ron Crossley; Jozsef Eyer; Stewart Farris; Family of Claire Graham; Maureen Hunter; Kim Kirk; Gail Love; Tim O'Neil; Rita Outland; Tina Sanderson; Sarah Sperry; Gail Trippodo; Courtney Williams & Family.
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If you know of any member concerns or needs, please email Jim.
Member Directory online...
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Welcome Home Kits
Our Mission Ministry Team is inviting you to create a Welcome Home Kit and help someone after experiencing long-term homelessness. Find more information and sign-up links using the link below!
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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 Jacqueline for more information.
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Avondale is Hiring!
Financial Coordinator
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The personnel Committee will be conducting interviews in the near future to fill the part-time Financial Coordinator position. Any interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Please review the job description and contact Jessica Shanks if interested.
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Worship, Graduate Recognition, Commisioning & Fellowship
June 13 / 9:30 AM
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June 13, there will be another joyous opportunity for in-person worship as we celebrate our graduates, commission our high-school youth for a mission trip out west and enjoy fellowship afterwards, with light pick-ups provided by our congregational life team! We hope to see you there!
No sign-up is necessary and masks are required.
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Avondale Presbyterian
2821 Park Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28209
Phone: 704-333-6194
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