God's spirit is moving and inspiring at Avondale! Property work day, special presentations, and prayers for safe travel.
Youth Work Camp
This Sunday June 16th, 7 youth and 3 adults will head north after worship to spend a week serving in St. Albans, WV. We will be hosted by First Presbyterian Church and work once again with West Virginia Ministry of Advocacy and Workcamps. So far we know we will be building a front and side porch on a house and then will progress to other jobs. Please pray for us, our host and all the people we meet this week as we serve, play, learn new skills and work to build the Kingdom of God. We will return Saturday afternoon with stories, skills, sore muscles and full hearts.
--Zach Chambers
Our group from last year's work trip to Charleston, SC.
Thank you from Millie Norris!
"I wanted to send a BIG THANK YOU to everyone that came out or helped or sent best wishes to me during my recent retirement celebration. To say I was overwhelmed with all your kindnesses would be an understatement. I have never felt so loved and appreciated!!! THANK YOU!!"
-- Millie
Upcoming Events
Property Mini-Workday
June 15th -- 8am - 12pm
Let's get some cleaning and organizing done for our Summer programming! The Property team needs YOUR help with pruning, cleaning, and small to medium repairs this Saturday morning. Please visit this sign-up or click the button below to see our needs and team up with others. We plan to work from 8am - 12pm and will have coffee and pastries to help fuel your work.
ASAP will meet June 20, 2024 (please note the change of date) in the Fellowship Hall at noon. You will be called for a reservation to enjoy a delicious meal together. Joy Callaway will preview her new book What the Mountains Remember. We always love for our own special author to share with us a new book. Members of the congregation who would like to come for lunch or just to hear her presentation are welcome. Reservations for our Luncheon can be made by calling Brenda Coble 980-297-4997 by Tuesday June 18 at noon. Our program will begin around 12:30pm.
Popsicles on the Porch
Cool off and celebrate our nation's birthday with your church family. Don't rush off to the beach or mountains too quickly after worship on June 30! We will share some fellowship time and a sweet, icy treat!
VBS Update
SCUBA -- Diving Into Friendship With God
Registration is full for VBS, but supplies are still needed.
Please help us float the bill by visiting our Amazon Wishlist at the link below.
We also need help with setup on June 23 immediately following worship. Lunch will be provided!
Staff Updates
Please note that Pastor Jim Ewing and our Music Director Rich Stanley will be out of the office all next week June 17-22 as they attend the Presbyterian Association of Musicians 2024 Worship and Music Conference at Montreat. Jim is still available by phone for pastoral emergencies or you may call the church office.
Worship at Avondale
Coming up on Sunday, June 16th, 2024
Join us for worship on June 16th at 10AM. Our scripture lesson will come from Acts 8:26-40 (CEB). If you are unable to join us in person, please join us online as we Livestream via YouTube. You can also watch the archive of services on our YouTube channel via the button below.
Sunday morning worship could not go as smoothly without help from our many volunteers. If you would like to be a part of the worship team to provide flowers, greet everyone entering the worship space, reading liturgy, or setting up the room please reach out to Lynn Wilkerson with questions. lbwilkerson@att.net
If you are ready to commit to certain weeks, please click the button below linked to our SignUp Genius page.
Our Avondalers traveling for Youth Work Camp in West Virginia and Worship & Music Conference at Montreat; Dennis Brandau; Donnie Cates; Libby Stanley; Lindsey DeBorde; Amanda and Eric Shanks; Betsy and Rick Shanks; Corey, Jessica, and Griffin Shanks.
Connect With Us
Please do not hesitate to request prayers from Avondale for the joys or concerns on your heart. We encourage you to let us know of any sickness, crisis, or situation where we can provide support or care. You may contact Rev. Jim Ewing. We will keep prayer requests on this list for four weeks. Please let us know if you would like them extended.
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 theUPDATED Directory here (same password as the website). EmailFay for a password, printed copy, or updates.
