Avondale Presbyterian Church | September 7, 2022 | |
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This Sunday
Join us for worship this Sunday at 10 AM as our sermon series "Working 9 to 5" continues. This week's sermon is "Hurts, Habits, and Hangups of Work." It is also the second week of our Stewardship Kick-Off!
For those joining online, we broadcast live via YouTube and Facebook. Find the links here.
Last Sunday
Find recent services and church emails anytime on our website.
Nursery
Open Sundays 9:45 AM to 12 noon for 3 and under.
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Last Sunday was the kick-off of our stewardship season! Please pick-up your stewardship packet at worship this Sunday and help us celebrate our mission and ministry, the gifts and talents of our congregation, and pledges for the coming year. If you missed the kick-off, see it here. | |
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Sacred Space Art- Jewelry Class on Sept 26
Sign-up now to for a jewelry class with legend Linda Sacra! Monday, Sept 26 from 6:30 to 8:30, you'll learn how to make bracelets with memory wire. And you'll get to wear home your creation! Find details and sign-up on our website. Invite a friend!
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Avondale Adventures - Registration is open now!
The next Adventure begins Wed, Oct 5! Details and registration are available on our website. Registration is open through Sept 27. The fun runs through Dec 7 and the children's Christmas performance will be Sun, Dec 11. Volunteers are especially needed to help with the food, dinner and children at 5 PM.
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Music Ministry - join in!
Join us in sharing beautiful music to the glory of God. Join our choir or handbell choir this season. Expertise is not required. Open to most all ages.
Rehearsals:
-Choir - Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 PM
-Handbells - Sundays 4-5:15 PM
Interested? Contact Rich Stanley.
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ASAP Meeting - Sept 22
Our next ASAP meeting will be Sept 22 at noon in the Fellowship Hall. We will have a VERY special program. The StarClaire 5 (Mahlon, Dennis, and Jackie) will share their beautiful music with us. We are so excited!!
Happy September to all of you! - Your ASAP Planning Team
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YOU ARE INVITED! Grab a friend and your lunch and come hear the music! | |
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Christmas Marketplace
Saturday, December 3
Vendor registration is OPEN! Please feel free to spread the word to your artisan friends. avondalepresby - church.org/christmasmarket link
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Crossroads Christmas Program
Sunday, December 18
Spread the joy and the word and invite your friends, family, and neighbors to join us for a Christmas concert at 3 PM.
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Help with Worship
Reader, Setup, Nursery, Greeter.... more.
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Lunches for Homeless
7 spaces open for Oct 5. Sign-up here.
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Taizé Services
Reader, greet, music
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JOB OPENINGS:
Please help spread the word!
-PT Financial Coordinator
-PT Interim Director of Christian Education
-Early Education Teachers
avondalepresbychurch.org/jobs
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OFFICE NEWS:
Starting September 23rd, the church office will be closing Friday afternoons at 12 PM for the weekend. However, if you have a pastoral emergency, please do not hesitate to call Jim or an Elder so we can support you.
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Church Triumphant
With deep sadness we share that Maurice Ewing (76) of Blowing Rock, NC, the father of Rev. Jim Ewing (Carrie), joined the Church Triumphant Sunday, September 11, 2022. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 24 at Rumple Memorial Presbyterian Church in Blowing Rock with a reception to follow. For more details, see the obituary. Please join us in keeping Jim and the Ewing family and friends in your prayers.
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Member Care
We all know someone that is hurting right now. Acknowledging one's challenge helps that person feel seen. Whether your friend is experiencing a medical challenge, a family crisis, loss of a loved one, a job loss, or a personal struggle, there are many ways we can show we care.
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A few ways to show you care: (search the topic for more ideas)
- Hand-written card
- Prayer
- Text message
- Act of service
- Phone call
- Face-to-face time
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- Listening ear, hug, encouraging words…
- Respond/acknowledge their social media posts*
- Gift/generosity
*Members ask daily for an update on the Shanks family. Jessica is sharing via her personal social media.
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Member Concerns
If you know of any member concerns or needs, please email Rev. Jim. Please send us your Prayer Requests too.
Our Prayer List is shared Sundays in our Bulletin email.
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ASAP Birthdays
Join ASAP in celebrating our senior members. Here is a list of ASAP birthdays!
-Sept 1 - Sandy Brodof
-Sept 3 - Stewart Farris
-Sept 9 - Brenda Coble*
-Sept 15 - JoAnne Sahlie (Celebrating #91)
*pictured
And all August and September here.
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Member Directory
Do you use the directory often? Do you prefer a paper copy? We can provide one. If desired, please contact the office. We will print a copy and mail it to you.
For a printed copy, online directory password, or updates, email Caroline.
OLIVIA MAGEE has printed copies at worship. See her to get a copy!
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Avondale Presbyterian Church
2821 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28209
Church Office: 704-333-6194
Avondale Children's Center: 704-377-6960
www.avondalepresbychurch.org
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AVONDALE VISION 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
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