King Avenue Digest 3/13/20

March 13, 2020

The King Avenue Digest highlights events that are most close at hand. Look through the articles on our Home Page (kingave.org) or within ministry and mission pages for more comprehensive happenings that pertain to you.

CLICK HERE to download the March 2020 Carillon Newsletter.
 
* NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS HAPPENING WITHIN THE UPCOMING 7 DAYS *
Special Offering for UMCOR – Sunday, March 22 
Through the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR), we can make a difference in the lives of communities and individuals whose lives have been upended by storms, wars, climate change, and displacement. Through UMCOR, we see the impact of extravagant grace through the generosity of United Methodists. Although we are not worhiping face-to-face at this time, you can give to this offering online.
GIVE NOW

Hey, Batter, Batter Swing! – Register by March 28
The time has come to form King Avenue’s Monday night softball team for the CRPD Summer I 2020 season, which begins April 27 at Berliner Park and continues for 10 weeks of regular season games (plus tournament, if eligible). This is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and play ball. We participate in the Mixed Social division, which is co-ed and open to non-sanctioned persons of all skill levels, including beginner. If you would like to join the co-ed softball team, you must register in Realm. The cost is $35/person and is payable online. If you have questions, direct them to Jodie Brown at brown.jodie@gmail.com

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

20/20 Vision Campaign – Please give by Sunday, April 5

King Avenue has a beautiful history of serving the Columbus community for over 100 years. Our many programs, services and missions have touched countless lives and King Avenue has been and IS highly regarded as a leader in the community. As we look to the year 2020 and beyond, our vision must continue to remain strong. Please click on the link to learn more, and consider giving generously to help us to close the gap and continue our vision.
LEARN MORE


Easter Flower Orders – NEW OPPORTUNITY? 
Many of you ordered flowers to be displayed in our worship spaces for Easter, April 12. Although we hope to be back together in person for Holy Week and Easter, there is a possibility that we will still be worshiping away from our sanctuary. In these difficult times, NNEMAP will be experiencing high demand to meet the needs of our neighbors. If you ordered flowers, you will have an opportunity to shift your flower order and dedication to NNEMAP. The church office will reach out to you. Thanks for your consideration!

 
Roots & Wings Parenting Workshop & Chip Richter Concert – POSTPONED
Roots and Wings Workshop, lunch, and a Family Concert by Chip Richter will be postponed until possibly the fall. We look forward to sharing this wonderful day of ministry, instruction, encouragement, fun and entertainment at a later date. Stay tuned! 


Spring Cantata, Schubert’s Mass in G – POSTPONED
The Chancel Choir, soloists, and chamber orchestra presentation of Franz Schubert’s Mass in G will be held at a later date.

March Lit Club – CANCELED
Join the King Avenue Lit Club as they discuss The Secrets We Kept by Lara Prescott. Lit Club meets Sunday, March 29 7pm in the Logos Lounge. All are welcome.
 
EGGSTRAVAGANZA 2020 – POSTPONED
Come join in a festive celebration with Easter Activities, Games and an Easter Egg Hunt with a King Avenue twist! Open to all King Avenue Families and Friends ages 4-Grade 5. This will be a family event and participation with your children is required.


MARK YOUR CALENDARS for the Twelfth Annual Cuisine for a Cause – POSTPONED, DONATIONS WELCOME!
Cuisine for a Cause will be at Strongwater Food and Spirits will be postponed. This event benefits the House of Mercy orphanage in the Mexican border town of Piedras Negras. King Avenue has been a partner with the orphanage for fifteen years, and the Cuisine For A Cause is their largest single fundraiser. Stay tuned!

READ MORE and DONATE
 
Upcoming UMW Rummage Sorting Dates – SUSPENDED
Rummage is not being collected at this time, nor will the church be open for sorting. We will reassess in April.



* RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER *  
Art Gallery – March and April
March is Youth Art Month in our country and we certainly celebrate that at King Avenue Church. This is the third year the March and April exhibit is As We Are Created We Create featuring the art of the children of our church.  Please stop in the gallery and be amazed by the creativity of our young artists.


Next Chapter Chili and Game Night – CANCELED
The Next Chapter fellowship will be getting together on Friday, March 27 at 6:30pm for an Chili dinner and games. Bring a friend!

24-Hour Prayer Vigil – April 9 & 10
The Holy Spirit works in and through prayer. We will be praying for the church and for the healing and transformation of the world that Christ came to save during a Maundy Thursday vigil of prayer from Thursday, April 9 at 8:30pm through Friday, April 10 at 7pm (when Good Friday worship begins.) The prayer vigil will be held in the Chapel (except the overnight hours - you can set your alarm and pray at home).  Persons are invited to sign-up in increments of 30 minutes. There will be prayer materials and a worship space for the vigil in the Chapel. Sign up by clicking the link below, or sign up on the poster at church.
SIGN UP FOR A PRAYER TIME


Holy Week Worship – April 9, 10, 12
We will worship, just maybe not in person. But please do plan to join your faith family for worship Holy Week.
Maundy Thursday Worship – April 9 at 7pm
Good Friday Worship – April 10 at 7pm
Easter Worship – April 12 at (Time TBD)


AIDS Walk Ohio – Saturday, April 11 – PENDING
Donate to Spectrum King Avenue Team for this year's Ohio AIDS Walk. 
https://www.classy.org/team/270674


* CONTINUING NEWS AND HAPPENINGS *  
Realm Help – Second Sundays
Do you need help with Realm? Help will be available the second Sunday every month in Fellowship Hall and Milling area, between 10:00 – 10:50am. 

 
Isaiah 35 Fellowship – First & Third Wednesdays
Many people do not see or understand the effects of brain chemical/mental illness, which can make facing mental health challenges lonely.  Isaiah 35 fellowship, named for a beautiful chapter in the Old Testament about renewal and healing for the people of God, will offer community. Mary Bostian and Rev. Mark Johnson, two wonderfully kind and wise souls, will be leading each gathering. If you have questions about Isaiah 35, please reach out to Mary (614) 371-0171, marybostian50@gmail.com.
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Children, Youth, & Family Sunday School – 10-10:45am           
* Godly Play (Age 4 – Grade 1), Classroom L4 in the Children’s Hallway, Lower Level
* Godly Play (Grade 2 – 5), Classroom L5 in the Children’s Hallway, Lower Level
* Middle School Youth (Grade 6-8), Fellowship Hall Classroom L6
* High School Youth (Grade 9-12), Donnenwirth Lounge U1
* Real People Real Parenting Small Group, Fireside Room U6


Our Mission Statement
"We invite, welcome and honor all people and nurture them to grow in service with Christ."

Our Vision Statement
“We are a community of servants called by God’s reconciling grace to open doors of sanctuary, to create new avenues of ministry, to equip Christians for discipleship, to lead reconciling ministries.” 



 

* Our Future *


In response to the United Methodist Church Special Session of the General Conference and the passage of the Traditionalist Plan, we will be actively supporting our LGBTQIA+ and studying a future that honors, nurtures, and includes ALL. King Avenue will remain a welcoming, reconciling, and serving church which shares God's love with ALL! King Avenue Church will not change what it is and what it stands for. Although we are passing through a dark storm in our denomination, there is hope – within the United Methodist Church with necessary progress made towards full inclusion, or even in a rebirth of a new Methodist denomination.
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 * Worship *


Worship at King Avenue Church
King Avenue has two different worship services each Sunday.  Worship each Sunday is at 9:00am, and 11:00am.  

  • 9:00 Morning Blend: This is a smaller, more informal service is in Fellowship Hall.  Coffee and donuts are available before and throughout the service.  The music is eclectic and the atmosphere is friendly and relaxed.  
  • 11:00 am Traditional Worship: This traditional service in the sanctuary featuring the music of our wonderful Chancel Choir and our very talented organist.  Sign Language Interpretation is available the 2nd and 3rd Sundays of each month.  Dress is casual.  

Additional Opportunities for Adults, Children, and Families
8:45–12:15 Nursery Care: 
Birth – Age 3, Nursery (Upper Level) 
9:00 Morning Blend Worship Connections (August 8 – May 24)

 ~ Age 4 – Grade 3 (Classroom L4)
10am Sunday School Hour (Setember 8 – May 24)

  • Godly Play (Age 4 – Grade 1), Classroom L5 in the Children’s Hallway, Lower Level
  • Godly Play (Grade 2 – 5), Classroom L4 in the Children’s Hallway, Lower Level
  • Middle School Youth (Grade 6-8), Fellowship Hall Classroom L6
  • High School Youth (Grade 9-12), Donnenwirth Lounge U1
  • Real People Real Parenting Small Group, Fireside Room U6
  • Additional Adult Faith Formation Class (Offerings Vary)

11:00am Worship Connections (August 8 – May 24)
 ~ Age 4
– 5 (Classroom L5), Grades 1 – 3 (Classroom L4)

Prepare for Sunday by Reading the Preaching Texts  
Check out the Preaching Text page on our website for listing of the scriptures to be used in sermons. 

Listen to Sermons  
Listen from our website  
    
* Faith Formation *  

Adult Faith Formation Classes
Visit our Adult Faith Formation Page for more information about additional faith formation opportunities.


* King Avenue Children, Youth, & Family Ministries *  

King Avenue Children, Youth, and Family Ministries
8:45–12:15 Nursery Care: Birth – Age 3, Nursery (Upper Level) 
9:00 Morning Blend Worship Connections (August 8 – May 24)

 ~ Age 4 – Grade 3 (Classroom L4)
10am Sunday School Hour (Setember 8 – May 24)

  • Godly Play (Age 4 – Grade 1), Classroom L5 in the Children’s Hallway, Lower Level
  • Godly Play (Grade 2 – 5), Classroom L4 in the Children’s Hallway, Lower Level
  • Middle School Youth (Grade 6-8), Fellowship Hall Classroom L6
  • High School Youth (Grade 9-12), Donnenwirth Lounge U1
  • Real People Real Parenting Small Group, Fireside Room U6
  • Additional Adult Faith Formation Class (Offerings Vary)

11:00am Worship Connections (August 8 – May 24)
 ~ Age 4
– 5 (Classroom L5), Grades 1 – 3 (Classroom L4)

 
Family Service Opportunities
Looking for ways for your family to serve at King Avenue? Ask Erin for more information and to get started!
  • Volunteer with Worship Connections or Sunday School (See Gwen DeRosa for more details)
  • Acolyte once a month at Morning Blend or 11am Worship (Kids Grade 4-12)
  • Become a Greeter once a month for Morning Blend or 11am Worship (All Families, All Ages)
  • Help with Morning Blend Family Tables (All Families, All Ages)
  • Participate in a Youth Service Project (Kids Grades 6-12)
  • Join the King Avenue Lunch Packing Group (All Families)
  • Volunteer at NNEMAP (All Families)
Real People. Real Parenting.
All parents are welcome Sundays from 10:00-10:45am in the Fireside Room.
READ MORE

Additional Children, Youth, and Family Ministry Happenings.
Visit our KACYFM Page for more information about upcoming events.


* SPECTRUM *  

Coming Out with God Support Group 
Coming Out with God is an adult, faith-based discussion group offering support and encouragement for anyone in the “coming out” process.  We use various resources that emphasize God’s grace and unconditional love. The group focuses on and strives to deepen our identity in Christ as we come out to family, friends, coworkers, etc. We welcome all, whether you are in need of support or you wish to encourage others by sharing your own “coming out” experiences. We meet in six-week sessions Wednesdays, 7pm at King Ave United Methodist Church. Acknowledging that "coming out" is more a process than an event, you are welcome to attend the group in the way that fits your needs: attending a six-week session, dropping in as desired, or becoming an ongoing member. For questions and meeting schedule, contact Mary Bostian, kingcowg@gmail.com.  

Additional SPECTRUM Happenings.
Visit our SPECTRUM Page for more information about upcoming events.


* Campus Ministry *  

GRAD CHAT - Graduate and Professional Student Lunch
Second Sundays of the month at noon in Fellowship Hall. Contact Colleen Ogle for more information. Visit buckeyemethodists.com to keep up on all the latest events.

 
* Mission and Outreach *  

Free Trade Coffee, Tea, and Chocolates on Sale
Second Sundays of the Month

  • K Cups - Single Serve Cups 12 cups/box are environmentally-friendly single serve cups are made from recyclable plastic and aluminum. Enjoy all the convenience with less waste!
  • Tea - We are proud to partner with small scale growers in India and South Africa and Sri Lanka to build the alternative supply chain of small farmer grown tea. 

Open Shelter Lunch Packing Dates

Tuesdays:  Tuesday before the last Wednesday of the month beginning at 6:00pm
Thursdays:   Thursday before the 3rd Friday of the month beginning at 6:00pm

Serve Breakfast at Gates Fourth UMC, 8:30-10:00 
4-5 volunteers serve food and wash dishes on the 4th and 5th Saturdays of every month from 8:30-10:00 at Gates Fourth UMC. Gates Fourth is located at 119 E Gates St, Columbus OH, 43206. 

Donate New & Gently-Used Clothes  
  • King Ave ClothesShare - Infant and Toddle Sizes passed down to other King Avenue families.  
  • Clothes for Kids - Children's sizes (new and gently-used) given to children at Hubbard Mastery School    
Additional Opportunities to Help.
Visit our Community Service Page for more information about upcoming opportunities to help.


* Fellowship *  

All-Church Luncheons
All-church lunches are generally the last Sunday of the month in Fellowship Hall at noon. It is free to eat, but a free will offering is welcome. All are welcome to the table!

Addtional Fellowship Opportunities:
Click on links below for other fellowship opportunities.

 

* Stay in the Loop *  
For this and other King Avenue news, visit our website at kingave.org.  
Like us on Facebook at King Avenue UMC  
Follow us on Twitter at @kingaveumc  
Join the Twitter chat at #KAChurchChat 

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