Category: Church

Witchfinder — shapeshifting diner and the free library

(This is part three of a blog series on the discussion between Sarah A. Hoyt and the Avondale United Methodist Church Book Club about Hoyt’s book Witchfinder, the art of writing, and what it is like to publish a book as both a traditional and “indie” author.) Sarah: Years ago when I was writing but … Continue reading Witchfinder — shapeshifting diner and the free library →

Witchfinder — characters shock the writer

(This is part two of a blog series on the discussion between Sarah A. Hoyt and the Avondale United Methodist Church Book Club about Hoyt’s book Witchfinder, the art of writing, and what it is like to publish a book as both a traditional and “indie” author.) Sandy: So how you keep all of these … Continue reading Witchfinder — characters shock the writer →

Witchfinder and the art of publishing/writing

Author Sarah A. Hoyt addressed the Avondale United Methodist Book Club this morning (Saturday, November 22, 2014) to discuss her book Witchfinder, the art of writing and what it is like to publish a book as both a traditional and “indie” author. The interview was a culmination of the club’s reading and discussing Witchfinder at … Continue reading Witchfinder and the art of publishing/writing →

Community Meal — a Taste of Christmas

Avondale United Methodist Church had its monthly community dinner, free to all, Wednesday night. And as a regular part of the evening, there was the monthly craft for kids. This month's used discounted Halloween candy on sale after Halloween and graham crackers to make easy "ginger bread houses". Both my kids took part in the … Continue reading Community Meal — a Taste of Christmas →

AUMC 100 — Musical Celebration

One of the things that really makes my family feel at home at AUMC is the commitment they have to quality music of a great variety, and using it in a truly integrated way in the worship  and family life of the church community. Following the Worship Service and the Anniversary Dinner, the day's events … Continue reading AUMC 100 — Musical Celebration →

Near to the Heart of God

In his greeting to the congregation Sunday,, the Rev. Kendall Waller, Heartland District Superintendent for the UMC of Missouri, welcomed everyone and expressed the wish that they would "come back next week for some real preaching." His self defacement aside, he delivered a very good message to the 300 plus people assembled to celebrate the … Continue reading Near to the Heart of God →

Service Music — 100th Anniversary Celebration

The 100th Anniversary Service was preceded by a lot of musical practice. The musical ministries of the church chose large thematic numbers to practice and feature for the day. Today's blog is an audio blog, featuring sound clips from the service. The service started off, as always, with the prelude.  Matt Gender, organist, chose "Festive … Continue reading Service Music — 100th Anniversary Celebration →

100th Anniversary Weekend — preview with Trunk or Treat

  Avondale United Methodist Church has been celebrating its 100th anniversary this year with many events, culminating today in a reenactment of the "walk down the hill" from its original site to the location of its current facilities, followed by a celebratory service, celebratory meal, and afternoon musical program. But the weekend festivities started Saturday … Continue reading 100th Anniversary Weekend — preview with Trunk or Treat →