AVONDALE IN ACTION
Avondale Worship
We invite you to worship with us on Sundays at 9:30 AM. Find the broadcast link in your Sunday Worship Bulletin email.

Sun, Aug 16 - with Rev. Jim Ewing
Sermon: "Faith & Politics"

Baptism
View and celebrate the Baptism, as part of our Worship service broadcast this Sun, Aug 16, of Evelyn Martin, the daughter of Drew and Mary Margaret Martin.

In case you missed it
Worship Service Sun, Aug 9
Taizé Prayer Service Tues, Aug 4
Passing the Peace
We invite you to Pass the Peace to an Avondale family member during Sunday Worship.
Text/respond....
"May the peace of Christ be with you."
"And also with you."
Back-to-School Bash Drive-Through
Sun, Aug 16 / 3-4 PM
COME ALL!
This Bash is not just for families with school-age kids, we hope all members will come to the drive-through and school supply drive! See friendly faces, enjoy an ice cream, receive a blessing. We hope to see you this Sun, Aug 16 between 3 and 4 PM. Click here for more details.
Mission - School Supplies
Please consider bringing a school supply donation to the Back-to-School Bash for children in our community who are also preparing for remote learning.
School Supply List Ideas -
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Avondale Adventures is coming soon!!
Next Adventure begins Sept 9
Our next Adventure, “Growing in Grace & Gratitude” will be held in small groups outside. Starting Wednesday, Sept 9 at 5 PM and continuing on Wednesdays through Oct 28, Avondale Adventures will host kids (5th grade and younger) for a weekly hour of fun and learning. Registration closes Aug 31. Find out more now!
In Case You Missed it
- Avondale Newsletter featuring birthdays, member news, ministries in action recently, and more!
Avondale Social Every Other Week
Aug 5, 19, Sept 2, 16, 30
Every other Wed at 7 PM, join your fellow Avondalers for a time to connect and socialize. You never know what might happen! Join in. We'll use the same Zoom link:
Meeting ID: 830 7187 5873
Meeting Password: 758498
A few Avondale dates
Aug 12 - Avondale Adventures - registration opens!
Aug 15 - Presbytery meeting - Alice Cuviello and Rich Worf serve as commissioners for Avondale
Aug 16 - Baptism of Evelyn Martin shared following worship
Aug 16 - Back-to-School Bash Drive-Through
Aug 19 - Avondale Social on Zoom
Aug 23 - Butterfly Release shared following worship
Aug 31 - Avondale Adventures - registration closes
Sept 1 - Taizé Prayer Service
Sept 2 - Avondale Social on Zoom
Sept 8 - ACC Children “Move-Up” week
Sept 9 - Avondale Adventures - first night
Sept 13 - Stewardship Kick-Off
Nov-Dec - Avondale Christmas Marketplace
Stewardship
Want to send your pledge electronically? Go here.
Deposits
Avondale deposits are being made every other Tuesday.
Pledges
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Member News - A Birth
Dave and Mary Comstock, longtime members now living outside Charlotte, celebrate the birth of their grandson, Lawrence Rutherford Yocum. Born August 9, 2020 to Hannah, their daughter, and Lynn Yocum, the baby was born at 12:01 AM in Irvine, CA at 7 lbs 9 oz and 20 inches long. Hannah says he is “perfect”.
Prayer Requests
Jacqueline Howells; Delia McCloskey; Carl, Dee Dee and Lilly McDonald; Floyd Privette; The Family of Michael Morales; The Reed Family; The Family of Lucy Wiley.

Member Pictures
Share your pictures with us! Your pet, your hobby, your grandchildren... whatever brings you joy. Let other Avondalers see a bit of you during this time of quarantine. Please email pics to Caroline or text her at 704-996-4970.

Member Concerns
If you know of any member concerns or needs, please email Jim or call the church office and leave a message.
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AVONDALE STRATEGIC 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
Avondale Presbyterian Church
2821 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28209
Church Office: 704-333-6194
Avondale Children's Center: 704-377-6960
www.avondalepresbychurch.org