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Together, we have spent the last five weeks journeying through the wilderness with Jesus, reflecting on the ways in which our human nature can sometimes leave us feeling separated from God. But the good news is: nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ.  Although the amazing grace and love of God in Christ may seem foolish at times according to the standards of our society, it's not foolish at all according to the standards of the One who created each of us and knows us by name.  This Sunday in worship, we will experience Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.  Then we will journey through Holy Week all the way to the cross on Friday night before we celebrate the resurrection on Easter morning.  I encourage you to join us in each of our worship experiences and not only Easter morning. You have to go to the cross in order to truly appreciate the great gift that comes with the resurrection.

Blessings,

Pastor Malinda

T-minus 8 days and counting ...

Wow!!! When we ask, you respond! We are overflowing (in a GREAT way) with empty Easter Eggs. If you have already purchased more to donate then we will take them ... but if not, please consider focusing your efforts on donating individually wrapped candy. You can drop off donations in the main office during the week or with Randi Turner on Sunday mornings. We need donations no later than this Sunday, March 25th.

Also if you on plan on attending the Egg Hunt please RSVP by clicking here so we know approximately how many kids to plan for.  Please be sure to include the children's ages and names.  

If you have any questions concerning the Egg Hunt please contact Randi Turner (205.410.2216 or rturner@avonumc.net).

This event is for adults and children of all ages.  We'll have games, treats, and good conversation. Come enjoy time with your church family.

Roof Update
Roofing Company Chosen &
Closing in on Our Financial Goal


Our Trustees have officially chosen a company to re-roof the church ... Hinkle Roofing.  The new slate will arrive the first week of June, and the re-roofing of the church is scheduled to begin June 11.

In the meantime, we've received some substantial donations over the last two days that have pushed us closer to having all the money in hand before the roofing begins.  We are now only $13,000 away from making that happen.  Can you help us reach our goal?  Remember, no gift is too small.  To donate online, click here and make sure to designate your gift for the roof by clicking "Capital Improvements/Bridge Campaign."  You can also donate by mailing a check or dropping it in the offering plate on Sunday.  Thank you for helping us raise the roof!!
Welcome
Organist & Director of Music Ministry

Richard Byrd, a Birmingham native, is thrilled to be joining the Avondale UMC community as Organist and Interim Director of Music Ministry. He studied church music and organ performance at Birmingham-Southern College (Dr. Jim Cook) and Samford University (Dr. Jim Dorroh), and also nursing at UAB. Before coming to Avondale, Richard was Music Associate at St. Mary’s-on-the-Highlands Episcopal Church for 15 years. Currently, he works as a staff pianist for the UAB Department of Music accompanying voice lessons, choral ensembles, and musical theatre productions. Richard does regular work for Birmingham area theatre companies and educational institutions including Red Mountain Theatre Company, Virginia Samford Theatre, Alabama Symphony Orchestra, Birmingham-Southern, Central Alabama Theatre, Spain Park High School, and Briarwood Christian School. He looks forward to serving the Avondale UMC community and getting to know everyone.  Richard's first Sunday is this week, March 25.
Job Opening - PDO Director

Avondale United Methodist Church is seeking a Director of Parents’ Day Out to lead our church’s preschool ministry.  The Director will be someone who provides a clear and accessible bridge from the community to the church.  Applicants should possess strong leadership skills, be an effective communicator, manage time well, love children and their parents, and have the ability to motivate and inspire teachers in a team environment.  Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and experience working in a childcare setting.  This position is part-time, 20-25 hours per week.  Our PDO program is open three days per week, serving approximately 50 children from infants to 4K.  Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, and three references to Rev. Malinda Weaver.
Easter Mission Opportunity
Join the United Methodist Woman and friends this Saturday morning, March 24th, 10:00 am, to fill Easter bags for our friends at Four Winds apartments and to discuss the future of our organization.

We have Easter bags and Easter grass, a couple of Easter novelties for each bag, but if you would like to bring some individually wrapped candy or other Easter related items, it would be appreciated. We will prepare 14 bags, so try to bring items in multiples of 14. We will deliver the bags to the apartment complex following the meeting.

Need to get in touch with one of our staff members?
Rev. Malinda Weaver, Pastor
malinda@avonumc.net

Anne Scogin, Bookkeeper
ascogin@avonumc.net

Brooke Warren, Director of Parents’ Day Out
bwarren@avonumc.net

Randi Turner, Director of Children & Family Ministry
rturner@avonumc.net

Richard Byrd, Organist & Interim Director of Music Ministry
rbyrd@avonumc.net

Ginger Branson, Parish Nurse
gbranson@avonumc.net

Lesia Robertson, Operations Director
lrobertson@avonumc.net
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