Avondale Presbyterian Church | October 26, 2022 | |
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This Sunday
Join us Sunday for worship at 10 AM. Our sermon series "Platitudes of Faith" continues. Our sermon is “Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin” and Scripture: reading is Luke 18: 9 - 14.
For those joining online, we broadcast live via YouTube and Facebook. Find the links here.
Additional Sunday
Recent services and church emails can be found anytime on our website.
Oct 30 - All Saints' Day observed
Nov 6 - Baptisms
Nursery
Open Sundays 9:45 AM to 12 noon for 3 and under.
Adult Sunday School groups at 11 AM.
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Sharing in God's Abundance | |
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If you have yet to bring your pledge card, there is still time!
Our pledge cards signify our financial commitment to the church.
| Mighty God, may we offer our gifts to you with generosity and gratitude, and may we live with that same spirit, so that your grace and love spread to others and empower them to do likewise. In Christ, we pray. Amen. | |
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Giving Statements
Giving Statements for quarter ending September 30, 2022 went out. Have you noticed on your statement it has last year's pledge amount? Click below to see a Giving Statement example.
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ASAP is tomorrow!
ASAP will meet Thurs, Oct 27 at noon for our Luncheon. We will have a very special program and we would like to invite the congregation to join us. The program will begin around 12:30. David Caudle and Sabrina Winters (whose specialty is wills and estate planning) will present our program.
- ASAP Planning Team
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Bring your Pop Tabs for the Ronald McDonald House! | |
Can you contribute baked goods to the cake walk? Details here. | |
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Room In The Inn "How To" - Oct 30
As the temperature drops and the days shorten, remember that Room In The Inn will start in December and will run through March - and we need your help!
We will host a "how to" training to acquaint members with the various volunteer opportunities with Room In The Inn on Sun, Oct 30. The training in the Fellowship Hall following worship will be brief- and offer snacks!
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Take the Next Step - Oct 30
Our next class for new members and inquirers, called Next Step, will be Oct 30 and Nov 6. This 2-part class will be held immediately following worship in the Choir Room, near the Children's Sunday School rooms.
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We invite you to take the Next Step and express your interest by completing the Visitor/Guest form on our website. | |
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Youth Group Holiday Sale!
Who is ready to shop for the holidays? Youth Group has items to help beautify your home, office or gift. The pick-up date this year is Saturday, Nov 26!
Order beautiful poinsettias, wreaths, and more now and by Tuesday, Nov 8. And help support youth ministry at Avondale! This sale is open to all.
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Youth Group Trip - Nov 11
The Youth Group Fall Retreat is coming soon! Friday, Nov 11 the kids depart for Camp Grier and return Sunday, Nov 13. Their weekend will be filled with Amazing Race style games, a mission project, hiking, devotions, free time and worship.
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Youth Group's current study is the book “We Cry Justice: Reading the Bible with the Poor People’s Campaign” by Liz Theoharis.
This year, we have 25-30 youth - approximately 20 high schoolers and 8-10 middle schoolers.
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Sacred Space Art - Painting Our Prayers - begins Nov 7
Nourish your creative self!
This class will be a unique opportunity to participate in the process of prayer through painting and exploring the struggle and grace that comes through making art together. After the initial two classes, which will serve as an introduction to the medium, the class will meet monthly.
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Serve with ACE Kids Café
We are actively seeking a volunteer to lead Kids Café, the ministry that prepares a meal once a month for kids. Kay Chelena has been leading this for years and is ready to pass the torch and will train her successor. Come serve along side Kay to learn what's involved! Contact Kay.
Click here to enjoy an ACE Ministry update.
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Help with Worship
Reader, Setup, Nursery, Greeter....more.
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Lunches for Homeless
sign-up for Nov 2 here.
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Taizé Services
Reader, greet, music
....sign-up with Ted Todd.
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We are seeking a volunteer for our Giving Garden. This is the area of campus with the raised garden beds. Speak with Cindy McKenzie about what is involved! | |
AVONDALE CHILDREN'S CENTER | |
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Church Triumphant - Coates
It is with deep sadness that we share that Billie Ann Coates, 85, joined the Church Triumphant October 15, 2022. Billie joined Avondale in 2011. A celebration of life will be held Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 2 PM at Avondale with a reception following. Please keep Billie's, and daughter Paige's, family and friends in your prayers.
Daughter: Paige Hamilton, 3026 Somerset Dr., Charlotte, NC 28209-1436
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Church Triumphant - Jernigan
It is with deep sadness that we share that Stuart Jernigan, father of Amanda Shanks (Eric), joined the Church Triumphant October 14, 2022. A memorial service celebrating his life was held at Avondale on Friday, October 21, 2022. Please join us in keeping the Jernigan and Shanks families and friends in our prayers. Obituary
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Church Triumphant - Boyd
It is with deep sadness that we share that Betty Boyd, 92, joined the Church Triumphant Tuesday, October 18, 2022. Betty joined Avondale in 1962. A service was held at Avondale Saturday, October 22. Please join us in keeping her family and friends in your prayers.
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Church Triumphant - Darling
It is with deep sadness that we share that Barbara Darling, 74, joined the Church Triumphant Friday, October 7, 2022. Barbara joined the church in 1984. A service was held at Avondale on Sunday, October 23. Please join us in keeping her family and friends in your prayers. Obituary
Daughter: Wendy Darling Pittard, 7811 Triple Creek Trail, Huntsville, AL 35802
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Member Concerns
If you know of 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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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. Or, open the updated directory here. Email Caroline
for a password, printed copy, or updates.
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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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