King Avenue Digest 8/11/23
August 11, 2023
King Avenue Digest, August 11, 2023
*NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS*
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FAST APPROACHING! Saturday, August 19: Our Houseless Neighbors, An Education & Action Event - Houselessness affects us all in many different ways. It's such a complex social issue that we don't even know how to talk about it. Is it unhoused, houseless, unsheltered, or homeless? This may seem like an insurmountable problem, but it is not. Come to King Avenue on Saturday, Aug. 19 (9am-11:30am) to join a conversation and learn how to accept, love, and help our friends who need it the most. We will also take action and put together bags with much-needed supplies for these friends. Check-in for the event is at 8:45am. No cost, but donations are welcome to off-set the cost of the blessing bags.
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Saturday, August 26: Meet and Greet with Pastor Karen hosted by UWF - On Saturday, August 26 from 9:00-11:00am in the Fellowship Hall, United Women of Faith will enjoy coffee, tea, quiche and fruit with Pastor Karen. Let’s get to know Pastor Karen and welcome her to UWF! Please RSVP via Realm or via email at carmenhadley@icloud.com.
KEEP READING FOR THE REST OF OUR CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND NEWS...
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Training CYFM Volunteers for 2023 to 2024 school year - Due to the success of our Sunday morning program and the influx of new families at King Avenue, there will be many opportunities for volunteering once a month in the nursery, with Worship Connections, and with Sunday School classes at 10 am. Here are upcoming training session dates/times. Contact Gwen with any questions at gwendolyn.derosa@gmail.com.
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Children's Program - August 12, 9:00am-noon, Children's Classrooms
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Children's Program - August 22, 6:00-8:30pm, Children's Classroom
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Children's Program - August 27, noon-3:00pm, Children's Classroom
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Starting August 13: Kids Summer Artwork Exhibition - Kids of all ages (toddlers, children, and youth) are encouraged to submit a 2D work of art (drawing, painting, or photo) for display at King Avenue UMC. Contact Kurt Reichert at kurtfreichert@yahoo.com to make arrangements for drop-off and pick-up. Due ASAP. Thanks!
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Sunday, August 20: CALLING ALL SINGERS! We welcome anyone who would like to join us for our informal Summer Choir on Sunday, August 20. No experience is required. We'll gather in the Choir Room (2nd Floor) Sunday morning at 10:15 AM to learn a simple anthem to sing for worship that day. For more information, contact Chris McManus, Minister of Music at cmcmanus711@gmail.com.
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Sunday, August 27: Blessings of the Backpacks and Briefcases - Bring your backpack or briefcase to church and join us for a back-to-school blessing in worship on Sunday, August 27, both Morning Blend (9am) and the 11:00 Worship.
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Sunday, August 27: Lit Club - Join the Lit Club on July 30 at 7pm in the Logos Lounge. All are welcome! Simply read the book of the month - next month is Violeta by Isabel Allende - and get together to talk about it. Contact Rick Gilson (rickgilson@yahoo.com) if you'd like to be added to the communication group in Realm.
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Tuesday, August 29: Retirees Cooking for the Pastor - Join the Retirees Ministry’s “Cooking for the Pastor” event on Tuesday, August 29 from 11:30 to 1:30 in the Fellowship Hall. The menu will be Summer Salads and Desserts. Our potluck will feature any salad or dessert you choose to make and share. Include a recipe card if preparing a family favorite. The culinary challenged are welcome. Volunteer to clean up. Relax and enjoy a meal with Pastor Karen and your fellow retirees. Let us welcome our new pastor and get to know her. Please RSVP via Realm or to Teresa Malloy at malloy29@aol.com. If you have questions about the types of salads, contact Carmen Hadley at 614-582-5470.
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NNEMAP Item of the Month for August - Each month, we are going to focus our donations on specific items our community partners. You can bring your donations with you on Sundays. There will be a place to leave them in the back of the worship space. Please donate peanut butter and small shampoo bottles during the month of August.
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Hubbard Item of the Month for August - Hubbard is asking for some school supplies in August. You can bring your donations with you on Sundays. There will be a place to leave them in the back of the worship space. Please donate scissors, pencils, and crayons during the month of August.
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Interpreter in Worship resumes Sept. 3 - Unfortunately we won't have an interpreter this Sunday, but Charlotte Lawson returns to interpret for both services on the first Sundays of each month beginning in September.
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Sign up for OSU Parking Crew - Be part of the game day excitement! Are you looking for a fun easy way to get involved and be a part of the King Avenue Missions Team? If so, join the King Avenue OSU Parking Crew as we cheer on the Buckeyes success in 2023. We are currently seeking volunteers to assist Buckeye fans with parking in the King Avenue parking lot during all home games on the dates below. Whether you sign up for one game or the entire season, this unique and important mission will not disappoint. Please contact Shawn Compton at comptonlaw@msn.com for more information or to join the team.