ADVENT LUTHERAN CHURCH
8840 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28213
704-549-1555

Website: adventlu.org
YouTube channel -- Advent Lutheran Church ELCA Charlotte
Weekly News and Prayers on October 14, 2021
(Submission Deadline: Noon Wednesdays to Pam at Officeadm@adventlu.org) 

21st Sunday after Pentecost
Readings: Micah 6:6-8 and Mark 10:35-45



ADVENT WORSHIP

COME JOIN US !!!!
Sunday, October 17, 2021 at 10am in Orinson Hall
*MASKS REQUIRED*
Service will also be livestreamed at Adventlu.org


To access the online worship service:  
 Go to adventlu.org and then click on the link for the worship service on the home page


Serving this week:
Lay Assistant - Mona Ingolia
Reading - Eric Heberlig
Altar Guild - Susan Hartsell
Chair set-up prior to 10/17 service -- Scott Evans & Joe Palumbo
Counters - Don Hagerman & Andy Hagle


ADVENT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES



ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL
11:30am via Zoom and in person -- Study of the Gospel of John
(NO SUNDAY SCHOOL ON 10/17 -- RESUMES 10/24)

To Join Zoom Meeting, click on link below:
Meeting ID: 897 8747 4111 Passcode: 057876
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MONDAYS -- Lunch & Learn "The Book of Joy"
12 noon - 1pm via Zoom -- two Mondays a month -- Next session is October 25

To Join Zoom Meeting, Click on the Link Below:
Meeting ID: 868 0588 4776 Passcode: 188417
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PARLOR CLASS -
Sundays 9-10am in person in the Campus Center or via Zoom
(No parlor class on 10/17 - will resume 10/24)

To Join Zoom Meeting, click on link below:
Meeting ID: 815 2973 3680 Passcode: 130747
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WEDNESDAYS -- "Wednesday Word" -- Gospel of John
12 noon Wednesdays via zoom

To Join Zoom Meeting, click on link below:
Meeting ID: 822 6833 4593 Passcode: 097392

Full details of these events elsewhere in this email


October 17 -- 10am Worship/memorial service for Cheri Strickland followed by Advent's crop walk through College Downs
Tuesday, October 19 -- 6:30pm LMM at Harbor Inn Seafood
Thursday, October 21 --11:30am Adventurers Picnic at Frank Liske Park
Sunday, October 24 -- 10am Worship Service
Sunday, October 24 -- 11:30-1 Mustard Seeds Group
Sunday, October 24 -- 3pm Interment of Ashes in Columbarium for Linda Merry
Monday, October 25 -- 12noon "Book of Joy"
Wednesday, October 27 -- 7pm Wednesday Night Zoomies for PreK-2nd grade
Saturday, October 30 -- 4-6pm LMM Fall Pork BBQ -- drive-thru - preorders required!
Sunday, October 31 -- 10am Worship
Sunday, October 31 -- 11:30-12:15 Sunday School for 7th-12 grades
Sunday, November 7 -- 2am TIME CHANGE -- FALL BACK
Sunday, November 7 -- 10am -- 10am Worship
Sunday, November 7 -- 11:30-1 Confirmation
Sunday, November 7 -- Crop Walk at Memorial Stadium

THIS IS THE WEEK!!!! OCTOBER 17TH!!
'CHERI'S TEAM' WALKING TO END HUNGER

If you've failed to sign up to walk on October 17th or to donate to those who are walking or even to assist as cheerleaders along the way, NOW is the time to do that! We will be walking after worship on this coming Sunday.

We are excited that Kirby Strickland and his family will join us for worship that day as we remember Cheri Strickland, who with Kirby, was instrumental in Advent's strong participation in Crop Walk for many years.

  • Special 'Cheri's Team' t-shirts are available for $20. All of the proceeds will go to the CROP Walk. Shirts may be pre-ordered by sending a note to Jennie Henderson (jhendersonfit@gmail.com) with the quantity and the size or you may take your chances and wait to order from the table that will be set up on the 17th.

  • We will also collect cans of soups and meats for our Advent Food Pantry so plan to bring some cans to worship that day.

  • If you'd like to bring a card for Cheri's family and share a favorite memory, a basket for the cards will be available in the Gathering Space.

You may still sign up to walk or donate by going to this link: https://events.crophungerwalk.org/2021/team/advent-lutheran-4.

If you wish to donate via check, just write your check to CWS/Crop and give it to Jennie or the person you are sponsoring or put it in the offering basket. You may also give through online giving from the Advent website. The funds will come to Advent but we will in turn write a check to CWS/Crop. Just be sure to add Crop Walk on the "other" line for funds in OLG.

In addition to the wonderful tribute to Cheri and the opportunity to greet Kirby and children Patrick, Joe, and Mary Faith and their families, there will also be lots of activities that day so mark your calendars now to participate. Once again, we invite as many members and friends as possible to join in on the walk through College Downs. If you can't walk, then please sponsor someone or contribute to the fundraising. Volunteers are still needed to help make this day truly special. Send an email to Jennie Henderson (jhendersonfit@gmail.com) if you are interested in helping out in some other way.

Lastly, if you've not taken the opportunity to pick up a copy of "A Long Walk to Water" by Linda Sue Park., please do so. There are still some on the table in the Gathering Space. This book gives us a first-hand account of how the lack of clean water has a terrible effect on some parts of the world. Please contact Jennie Henderson if you would like to join in the discussion of the book.
L U T H E R A N  M E N  I N  M I S S I O N

Advent's Lutheran Men in Mission will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 19, 6:30pm at Harbor Inn Seafood, 8805 University East Drive. All men of the church are invited to participate. For questions, please contact Joe Palumbo (jj.palumbo@hotmail.com).
A D V E N T U R E R S  

The Adventurers' group is planning another picnic at Frank Liske Park on Thursday, October 21, 11:30am. We will again be in the HomeBuilders Shelter. The food will be provided. If you're interested in attending and have not yet confirmed your attendance, please let Pam Rhynes (pamrhynes@carolina.rr.com) know asap so we can be sure to have enough food! Hope to see you there!
INTERMENT OF ASHES FOR LINDA MERRY

The congregation is invited to participate in the service to commit the ashes of Linda Merry in our Columbarium at 3pm on Sunday, October 24th. Linda and her husband, Mike Merry, were members of Advent for a several years. Mike died in 2003 and Linda moved to Gastonia several years later to be near her children. She died on April 23rd. The service will be conducted in the Columbarium and the family has indicated that anyone who wishes to attend may do so.
ANNUAL FALL PORK BBQ  -- Saturday, October 30, 2021 
A Drive-Thru Pick-Up Event Only -- Pre-Orders Required by Sunday, October 24th
 
PORK BBQ IS BACK! Think smoky and delicious! The Lutheran Men will sponsor the Fall BBQ as a drive through pick-up event.  All orders must be placed in advance no later than SUNDAY OCTOBER 24, 2021 via the link below. 
 
All items will be ordered ala carte (individual versus combined). In other words, if you want to purchase an individual meal, you should select: (1) Chopped Pork BBQ 1 pint, (1) Regular Beans ½ Pint or (1) Spicy Beans ½ Pint, and (1) Red Slaw ½ Pint or (1) White Slaw ½ Pint.   
  
A limited supply of 'June’s Sauce' will be available in pints. This finger lickin’ good barbeque sauce is named for June Porter who started our barbeques. June never shared the specific sauce recipe, but we think this sauce is as close as possible to the version of the sauce he prepared and we used for many years. Rumor has it that his sauce recipe may be in the time capsule installed when the sanctuary was built in 1990. Only time will tell, but unless you want to wait until 2090 when the capsule is be opened, we suggest you try this sauce now and see what you think.  
 
Place your order now by clicking either of these links:
If you have no access to a computer, you may place your order by calling Joe at 704-575-9575. Pre-orders are required!
 
  • If you have already used Sign-Up Genius you will need to log In if not, you will need to first create a Sign-Up. 
  • Selection Quantities can be changed on the 2nd Screen. 
  • Please Print & Bring a Copy of Confirmation Email with you to the pick-up.  
  • Pickup will be between 4pm & 6pm Saturday, October 30th. 
  • Enter at the Mark Twain Road entrance (front) and exit onto Sandburg.  
  • If you encounter any problems placing an order, please don’t hesitate to contact Joe Palumbo, Keith Wassum or Russ McKittrick. 
 
All proceeds will be used for Lutheran Men Outreach which funds various outreach projects for the church community. 
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS WANTED

It can be hard to take that first step to research community volunteer opportunities, find a spot in our schedules, go through the hoops to sign up then actually follow through. We know the need is out there but just don’t know where to start. If you are interested in volunteering at Second Harvest Food Bank, Crisis Assistance Ministries, or The Galilee Center, please contact Diane Wassum (dwassum@bellsouth.net) to let her know. Opportunities at these non-profits range from sorting food/clothing to meal preparation, to garden maintenance. None require any previous experience .... just show up and instructions will be given in what to do. Once Diane has a group of folks interested in volunteering, she will come up with available dates and match them with the volunteer opportunities. Diane can also be reached by text at 704-301-5630.
FLOWERS FOR THE ALTAR

We are again offering to our families the opportunity to place flowers in the church for Sunday morning worship. If you are interested in ordering a beautiful arrangement in memory or honor of someone or of an event, please sign up on the flower chart that will be on the table at the doors from the Gathering Space to Orinson Hall. The cost of the arrangement is $40. The flowers will be placed on the stage for Sunday morning worship and then you may take them home to enjoy throughout the coming week. You will be contacted as we near your reserved date for particulars on colors or any details for what you would like published regarding the arrangement. For questions, please contact Pam Rhynes (officeadm@adventl.org).
OCTOBER IS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH 
 
About 1 in 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of their lifetime. Early detection of breast cancer is so important. With annual mammograms and monthly self-exams, women can be good stewards of their bodies. The American Cancer Society recommends all women should begin having yearly mammograms by age 45 to help find breast cancer at an early stage. 
 
Be pro-active!  Make a commitment to schedule your annual mammogram, now. AND perform a breast self-exam each month. Take care of the body God gave you! 
“Live Abundantly”      from your Advent Health Ministry Team
ADVENT IS FEEDING THE HUNGRY -- HERE'S HOW YOU CAN HELP!

Little Free Pantry:   Add non-perishable food inside the Little Free Pantry in the side yard of the Wubben-Smith House or bring to church and place inside red doors. Food supplies can also be ordered from Amazon wish list https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/MNHZQ6F3AYHH?ref_=wl_share. Select Sharon Thrower Registry address.  Contact is Sharon Thrower preschooldirector@adventlu.org.

Our Neighbors’ Plate:  Needs volunteers on Thursdays to help prepare meals and serve and we also need volunteers to provide desserts. Use Sign-Up Genius ( https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b45acac2ea7f49-ourneighbors ) to volunteer.  Financial gifts for supplies are very much appreciated.. Add “Our Neighbors’ Plate” on memo line of checks or add as fund in Online Giving.

Sandwich Making: This long-honored tradition for Advent has returned. If you are interested in helping, please contact debra_efird@yahoo.com or text at 980-621-1283. There are 5 areas in which you can help.
. Sandwich Makers -- Tuesdays at 3pm for approximately one hour of work while standing.
. Deliverers -- Wednesday mornings between 8-10am to Roof Above in uptown Charlotte.
. Bread Buyers/condiment buyers --  can purchase ahead of time.
. Egg Buyers -- 10-lb containers of boiled peeled eggs at Chef Central on Eastway Drive and can pick up eggs ahead as long as strict attention to the date of the product is followed.
(Note: All purchases mentioned above can be reimbursed as desired.) 
GIFTS FOR GOD FROM THE PEOPLE OF GOD!!!

To make your gift, you may:
  1. Bring your offerings to Sunday worship.
  2. Mail a check to the church at 8840 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28213. All offerings received will go to General Fund unless otherwise designated on the memo line.
  3. Use bill pay through your personal bank or credit union.
  4. Use Online Giving.  See the info below for details on using this tool. 
  5. Bring your offering by the church and leave it on the counter near the door to Pastor Ward's office.
  6. Drop an envelope containing your offering into the slot of the US Postal box at the corner of our parking lot near the office entrance.
Using Online Giving: 
You may make a one-time gift through Online Giving or you may set up recurring donations which you can modify or cancel at any time.
  1. This tool allows you to use a credit card, debit card, or bank checking or savings account payment.
  2. The church does pay a small fee for payments made through cards and American Express is not permitted because their fee is too costly.  The tool asks if you'd like to add a small amount to offset our cost.
  3. You can also designate where you want your gift to go.... General Fund for operating expenses or other special fund. A number of special funds are built into the tool already but if your choice is not listed, you can choose OTHER and type the name of the fund you want to get credit. You can do multiple donations in one entry.
  4. To use this tool you can go to the Advent website (adventlu.org) and click on GIVE in the upper right-hand corner of the main screen, OR you can click on the icon here in this note:  Click here to access Online Giving now
(Remember to give to sandwiches, World Hunger, Our Neighbors' Plate (ONP) by adding to your regular offering and mark appropriately on the memo line of your check or add to the "other" category in on-line giving.)
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
All church office staff continue to work remotely.  Contact staff by email or phone as both are being monitored by staff from home.
CALENDAR REMINDER
Making plans for an event at Advent, are you the leader of a small group or ministry leader with monthly meetings? Whatever the event or gathering (even zoom meetings) be sure to let the church office know the date, time, and room or space. Doing so is a big help in keeping the church online calendar current while communicating Advent activities and avoiding the possible mishap of overbooking a particular area.  Call us at 704-549-1555 or email Harriett (churchadministrator@adventlu.org) or Pam (officeadmin@adventlu.org).  Thanks, we appreciate your help.
MAILING ADDRESS FOR COMPLETED WUBBEN AWARD APPLICATIONS
Completed applications for Wubben education, outreach, and spiritual development awards should be emailed to wubbendistribution@gmail.com.
Spiritual Development Offerings For Adults
MONDAY LUNCH & LEARN SCHEDULE THROUGH DECEMBER 6th
Meets Mondays as listed below from 12noon until 1pm via Zoom. For questions, contact Carol Schierlmann (spiritualdev@adventlu.org).

Class Outline:
October 25 Pages 159-201
November 8 Pages 203-239
November 22 Pages 241-275
December 6 Pages 277-304

Meeting ID: 868 0588 4776 Passcode: 188417
STUDY OF THE GOSPEL OF JOHN
The fall a study of the Gospel of John will be offered on Wednesdays and Sundays with the same material covered on Sunday that is covered on the prior Wednesday.  

Wednesday class, led by Carol Schierlmann and Pastor Ward, from 12noon until 1:15pm.  
Sunday class, led by Carol and Eric Heberlig, from 11:30am until 12:45pm.

For questions, please contact Carol Schierlmann (spiritualdev@adventlu.org). 
PARLOR CLASS SUNDAY SCHOOL
Meeting on Sundays at 9 a.m. with an option to meet in person (in the Campus Center) or via Zoom.  The class will begin with a study called “Belong,” about Christian Community, particularly relevant during this time of COVID.

To join by zoom, click the link below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81529733680?pwd=cUcxUVpLd2NHYWtaYmRVWUpuV2hkZz09 Meeting ID: 815 2973 3680 Passcode: 130747.     

All are welcome to join this group Sunday at 9am, either masked and face to face, or on Zoom. 
LOOKING FOR A GOOD READ? COME JOIN THE ADVENT BOOK CLUB!
Meets twice a month on Fridays, 6pm, on Zoom per the schedule below. All are welcome. Contact Jennie Henderson (jhendersonfit@gmail.com).

Upcoming dates and suggested books:
October 22 -- Cancelled
November 5 -- Check in - will pick 2022 books
November 19 -- "The Chocolatier" by Jan Moran (currently on sale on Kindle for $5.99)
December 3 -- "The Light Between Oceans: A Novel" by M. LO. Stedman
December 17 -- Check in
RACIAL EQUALITY ACTION PARTNERS MEETING
The Advent Family is invited to join REAP (Racial Equality Action Partners on the 2nd Sunday of each month (unless announced otherwise) at 4:30pm via Zoom. Upcoming meeting dates are November 14, December 12, January 9, February 13, March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12. Click this zoom link to join:

Meeting ID: 832 7471 0159 Passcode: 060475.
Nurture, Support & Fellowship 

ADVENT SMALL GROUPS 
"A great way to connect with people"        "I love applying the Bible to my daily life"

NOTE:  Small groups continue to meet using the church subscriptions to Zoom. Contact officeadm@adventlu.org or churchadministrator@adventlu.org to make your request and schedule the day/time on the church calendar.

For anyone: Faith on Tap: Meets 4th Thursday night of the month at Armoured Cow at 7:30pm. This is a joint group of Newell Presbyterian and Advent. Anyone is welcome! Just show up!

The Exiles: This group meets 2 times a month on Tuesdays. For information, contact Carolyn Osborne at caosborne98@yahoo.com or Pastor Ward at thepastor@adventlu.org.

For anyone: Racial Justice Teams -- 3 different focus areas and contacts:: Action (Brooke Watson-Summerour or Caroline Grubb); Partnership (Arlene Cash or Jim Hintz); Education & worship (Carol Schierlmann or Pastor Ward).
FREE VIRTUAL STRETCHING CLASSES VIA ZOOM
Regular stretching through zoom, lead by our own Jennie Henderson, an ACE CertifiedPersonal Trainer. All skill levels are welcome. Modifications are offered. All you need is a water bottle, a chair, a space to lay down, and a resistance band/long towel. Any questions can be directed to jhendersonfit@gmail.com.

Classes are Mondays at 5pm; Wednesdays at 3pm; and twoThursdays a month with those dates posted on Advent Friends Facebook page. Anyone not having access to Facebook, should contact Jennie directly to be put on an email list.

Meeting ID: 847 4089 4973   Passcode: 382321 
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COMMUNICATE AND CONNECT THROUGH ADVENT FRIENDS ON FACEBOOK:
Join the closed "Advent Friends" Facebook group to stay abreast of events and see photos.
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USE "SMILE" WHEN SHOPPING ON AMAZON.COM 
Don't forget - when shopping on Amazon, access the site through http://smile.amazon.com/ch/56-1182420 and simply do all of your Amazon on-line ordering through Amazon Smile.  Amazon will donate 0.5% of what you buy to Advent - not much, but if you're shopping anyway with Amazon, why not use Smile. Every penny will be used in service to God and His people.
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BENEFIT ADVENTURE PRESCHOOL
If you shop at Harris-Teeter, be sure your VIC card is linked to our Adventure PreSchool ... group #5494.
Outreach

ELCA DISASTER RELIEF -- It seems there is always a natural disaster somewhere in the world that is very tragic. The ELCA is well known for assisting victims of hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, or other natural disasters. The team and the funds contributed directly reach victims. To donate at any time, make your donation payable to Advent with "ELCA disaster relief" in the memo line, and we will send your contribution in with others received.  We also typically ask the Wubben Distribution Board to match any offerings made by the congregation.
Youth at Advent    
DIGITAL KID'S CORNER -- NEW THIS YEAR!!!
PreK through 2nd grade

What is this, you ask??? It's an interactive computer-based program complete with videos, Bible stories, songs and crafts. New programs will be released twice a month and the link will be provided here as well as on the home page of the adventlu.org website in the "Kid's Corner" section (lower left corner). The link will be good for the entire month. Here is the link for October: https://prezi.com/view/UNalw3AS3CYGKTG4cg8R/.
TOUCH ZOOM FOR PRE-K THROUGH 2ND GRADE

Also new this year will a 15-minute touch zoom gathering for this age group led by Pastor Ward and the Spiritual Development team. The gatherings will be 2 times a month on Wednesday evenings at 7pm. The schedule is as follows: October 27, November 10, November 17, December 1, December 15. To join the zoom gathering click on this link:
Meeting id: 863 6903 6290 Passcode 266120



OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FOR OUR YOUTH
GRADES 3 - 6 SUNDAY SCHOOL 11:30am-12:15pm in person on these dates: October 24, 31; December 12 Other opportunities for service projects on 10/17 and 11/14.
GRADES 7-12 SUNDAY SCHOOL 11:30am-12:15pm in person on these dates: October 31; December 12. Other opportunities for service projects on 10/17 and 11/14.
CONFIRMATION CLASSES 11:30am-1pm in person on these dates: November 7, 21; December 5, 19.
GRADES 10-12 SALTY SUNDAY YOUTH GROUP 11:30am-1pm in person on these dates: November 7, 21; December 5, 19.
Prayers Requested 

Before adding someone to our prayers, please be sure you have the person's permission. Please let us know when prayers may no longer be needed.  Names will be removed from the list after two months unless updates are received. An asterisk (*) after a name means an update is needed.   Please contact officeadm@adventlu.org or churchadministrator@adventlu.org) to provide updates.

Illness or Other Needs
Val Allred, friend of Dick & Marylou Kuklentz
Ashton Family, daughter and grandchildren of Esther Abdel-Hameed
Josh Baker, nephew of Abby Bostian
Lindsay Baker, niece of Abby Bostian
Scott Barger, friend of Mona Ingolia
Lemont Bell, friend of Gene Reid
Peg Buckstad, member
Ida & James Chisolm, members
Dallas Collins, family member of co-worker of Gloria Peters
Michael Corbin, godson of Susan Hartsell
Alpha Omega Curry, friend of Lenore Watson
Charliese Eichler, sister of Marylou Kuklentz 
Mike Eleazer, father-in-law of Kathryn McKittrick Eleazer
Jan Frick, friend of Marylou Kuklentz
Dwight Hartsell, member
Doug Hodge, friend of Gary Moe
Donnell Horton, former member of Advent and daughter of Leo Peeler
Mark Hough, husband of member
Nylah Howard, member of Advent's brownie troop
Alyssa Jensen, daughter of Marc & Karla Jensen
Waylon Kuklentz, grandson of Dick & Marylou Kuklentz
Bobbi Larson, member
Teresa Ledford, member
Ray Matthews, father of Jesse Priser
Lucy Mullis, sister of Dwight Hartsell
Gilbert Naber, uncle of Gloria Strickert
Mark Navtaril, stepfather of Tony Poovey
Leo Peeler, member
Blanche Pennington, aunt of Pat Kelly
Jacita Petway, friend of Lenore Watson
Ron Pittman, member
Joyce Quigley, family member of Jennie Henderson
Pattie Quigley, mother of Jennie Henderson
Sherry Rengstorf & family, friends of Fred & Gloria Strickert
Kalvin Roberson, member
Shannon Roberson, member
Richard Schulz, brother-in-law of Dan & Jan Otolski
Penny Short, cousin of Caroline Bunn
Rashaad Sinclair, family friend of Caroline Bunn
Pam Simyon, daughter-in-law of Dick & Mary Lou Kuklentz
Lynda Stellenberg. friend of Jennie Henderson
David Townsend, friend of Esther Abdel-Hameed
Laura Tucker, friend of Marylou Kuklentz
Joyce Veit, member
John Vick, brother-in-law of Caroline Bunn
June Vincent, mother of Chip Vincent
Herbert Watson, member
Velia Watson, member
Renate Wilson, mother of Tanya DeGrace
Carol Wisner, member

Deaths - We remember and celebrate the lives of those who have died, especially..
Peter Hammerling Sr, grandfather of Laura Torrence on September 17
Kristen McCartney, friend of Alyssa Schrader, on September 20
Ethan Govan, 7 year old student in Charlotte who died of Covid on September 19
Michele Lowder, Cousin of Shawn Allred on September 26
Dale Anderson, uncle of Gloria Strickert on September 27
Pr. Fred Rengstorf, friend of Fred & Gloria Strickert on October 4
Samuel Pennington, cousin of Pat Kelly on October 7

Always keep ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton and NC Synod Bishop Tim Smith in your prayers.  
  
For additions or updates to this listing:
Please contact Pastor Ward at ThePastor@adventlu.org, or 704-549-1555 ext. 102
or Pam Rhynes at Officeadm@adventlu.org or 704-549-1555 ext 105