August 15, 2021
In-Person and Online at 10 AM
Rev. Jim Ewing
"A Moment in Time - Feeding the Five Thousand"
John 6: 1 - 15

6 After this Jesus went to the other side of the Sea of Galilee, also called the Sea of Tiberias. 2 A large crowd kept following him, because they saw the signs that he was doing for the sick. 3 Jesus went up the mountain and sat down there with his disciples. 4 Now the Passover, the festival of the Jews, was near. 5 When he looked up and saw a large crowd coming toward him, Jesus said to Philip, “Where are we to buy bread for these people to eat?” 6 He said this to test him, for he himself knew what he was going to do. 7 Philip answered him, “Six months’ wages would not buy enough bread for each of them to get a little.” 8 One of his disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, said to him, 9 “There is a boy here who has five barley loaves and two fish. But what are they among so many people?” 10 Jesus said, “Make the people sit down.” Now there was a great deal of grass in the place; so they sat down, about five thousand in all. 11 Then Jesus took the loaves, and when he had given thanks, he distributed them to those who were seated; so also the fish, as much as they wanted. 12 When they were satisfied, he told his disciples, “Gather up the fragments left over, so that nothing may be lost.” 13 So they gathered them up, and from the fragments of the five barley loaves, left by those who had eaten, they filled twelve baskets. 14 When the people saw the sign that he had done, they began to say, “This is indeed the prophet who is to come into the world.” 15 When Jesus realized that they were about to come and take him by force to make him king, he withdrew again to the mountain by himself.
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Member Care Corner
Baptized today, August 15, 2021 in the name of the Father, the Son and of the Holy Spirit, is
Reece Catherine Wilkerson!
She is the daughter of Jed and Hannah Wilkerson. As a response to your commitment to tell her of the good news of the Gospel and to help her know of Christ's love, send a note of love and care.

The Wilkerson Family
Jed, Hannah & Reece
5521 Murrayhill Rd
Charlotte, NC 28210
Avondale Baby Blessing Basket

We celebrate with great joy a new addition to the Tate family, a baby boy expected September 13, 2021! Member Care invites you to share in Stephen, Gina and Miles' excitement by signing up to contribute to a Baby Blessing Basket! The sign-up includes diapers, wipes and their most frequented grocery stores and take-out restaurants. Items can be dropped off at the church office on or before September 12!
Prayer Requests

Allman Family; Billy Caldwell; Son & Daughter of Tom Blackeagle of Yakama Nation; Hannah Caddell; Louise Ron Crossley; Krista Curtis; Max, Gracie & Harper Daniel; Jozsef Eyer; Teresa Fox; Family of Claire Graham; Kim Kirk; Alonzo Miguel of Yakama Nation; Annaweinita Miller of Yakama Nation; Gail Love; Tim O'Neil; Rita Outland; Bob Rudisill; Tina Sanderson; Shannon Family; Sarah Sperry; Gail Trippodo; Courtney Williams & Family; Rick Young IV.
If you know of any member concerns or needs, please email Jim.

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Mission Corner
PACK A LUNCH
In Support of Our Friends at Roof Above!
Next date is Tuesday, August 31 and 5 volunteer spots remain!
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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.
Announcements
We hope you will join us on Sunday, August 29 at 10 AM to celebrate Rally Day! On this day we will kick-off of Christian education programming, Youth Group, have our annual “Blessing of the Backpacks,” school supply drive for ACE and Bibles for 3 year old's and 3rd graders. Following worship, children will go with their Sunday school classes for a short time of games and snacks while adults are invited to learn more about Avondale’s opportunities for all ages over refreshments on the back patio of the FLC! We look forward to seeing you there!
Nominating Committee
Elected to the Nominating Committee tasked with finding a slate of Elders to serve on the session (Class of 2024) was Nancy Bohrer, Tony McKenzie, Todd Oswald, Tom Stout, and Lynn Wilkerson.
Please submit nominations no later than the start of Worship on Sunday, August 15, 2021. Find the nomination form HERE!
Avondale Presbyterian
2821 Park Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28209
Phone: 704-333-6194