Atlantic Avenue Church, Child & Youth Pastor Ryan Advent
June 11, 2023 Students of the Word
Locations & Times
Atlantic Avenue Church
160 Atlantic Ave, Franklin, PA 16323, USA
Sunday 7:00 AM
Scroll down to take sermon notes and to see scripture references, church and community announcements, the prayer list and church contacts.
Office hours are 9-4 Mon.-Fri.
You may wish to call ahead in the event of an emergency, the staff is away, or for special appointments.
See The Happenings for planned office closing announcements.
You may wish to call ahead in the event of an emergency, the staff is away, or for special appointments.
See The Happenings for planned office closing announcements.
Typical Weekly Schedule
(Subject to variations based on events & circumstances. See The Happenings for any planned changes).
Sunday Worship Service
Times & Location
7:45 a.m.-noon Coffee Café Hours
8:15 a.m. Service, Sanctuary
9:45 a.m. Service, Sanctuary & Live Stream Online
Youth Sunday School, Sr. High Rm.
Adult Bible Study ALL Ages & Stages of Life, MPR (same class
as Wed.)
11:15 a.m. Service, Sanctuary
Children’s Sunday School, Children’s Wing, newborn-6th Grade.
Check-in at Children’s Ministry desk by the Family Center.
Scripture Seekers Adult Sunday School, Rm 202
6:00-7:30 p.m. Sunday Night Youth, every other Sunday, Sr. High Loft
Monday:
6:00 p.m. Jesus Girls Bible Study, every other Monday, Rm. 202
6:30 p.m. Mon. Night Prayer Time, MPR
Wednesday:
1:00-3:00 p.m. Blanket Making, 1st & 3rd Wednesday, Rm. 102
5:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting. Prayer Room. Enter through W2 Entrance
Thursday:
11:30 a.m. Ladies Fellowship Lunch & Special Activity. 2nd Thurs. each month, Enter at E3 entrance.
10:00 a.m. Cancer Companions, every other Thursday, Rm. 101
5:30 p.m. Girl’s Night Out, 3rd Thurs. each month, Family Center Kitchen,
knock on the kitchen door for entry.
Saturday:
7:30 a.m. Men’s Ministry, MPR
10:00 a.m. HOPE (widow group),1st Sat. of each month, MPR (unless
otherwise specified)
10:30 a.m. Women’s Ministry, 2nd Sat. of each month, Family Center
Kitchen, knock on the kitchen door for entry.
* MPR=Multipurpose Room
(Subject to variations based on events & circumstances. See The Happenings for any planned changes).
Sunday Worship Service
Times & Location
7:45 a.m.-noon Coffee Café Hours
8:15 a.m. Service, Sanctuary
9:45 a.m. Service, Sanctuary & Live Stream Online
Youth Sunday School, Sr. High Rm.
Adult Bible Study ALL Ages & Stages of Life, MPR (same class
as Wed.)
11:15 a.m. Service, Sanctuary
Children’s Sunday School, Children’s Wing, newborn-6th Grade.
Check-in at Children’s Ministry desk by the Family Center.
Scripture Seekers Adult Sunday School, Rm 202
6:00-7:30 p.m. Sunday Night Youth, every other Sunday, Sr. High Loft
Monday:
6:00 p.m. Jesus Girls Bible Study, every other Monday, Rm. 202
6:30 p.m. Mon. Night Prayer Time, MPR
Wednesday:
1:00-3:00 p.m. Blanket Making, 1st & 3rd Wednesday, Rm. 102
5:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting. Prayer Room. Enter through W2 Entrance
Thursday:
11:30 a.m. Ladies Fellowship Lunch & Special Activity. 2nd Thurs. each month, Enter at E3 entrance.
10:00 a.m. Cancer Companions, every other Thursday, Rm. 101
5:30 p.m. Girl’s Night Out, 3rd Thurs. each month, Family Center Kitchen,
knock on the kitchen door for entry.
Saturday:
7:30 a.m. Men’s Ministry, MPR
10:00 a.m. HOPE (widow group),1st Sat. of each month, MPR (unless
otherwise specified)
10:30 a.m. Women’s Ministry, 2nd Sat. of each month, Family Center
Kitchen, knock on the kitchen door for entry.
* MPR=Multipurpose Room
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Thrive-Casting Crowns
We Are-Kari Jobe
Build My Life-Pat Barrett
Worthy Of It All-David Brymer, Ryan Hall
The Blessing-Kari Jobe
Thrive-Casting Crowns
We Are-Kari Jobe
Build My Life-Pat Barrett
Worthy Of It All-David Brymer, Ryan Hall
The Blessing-Kari Jobe
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Our PURPOSE is to see everyone become a fully surrendered disciple of Jesus Christ. Matthew 28:19-20
Our MISSION is to be a center of truth for men, women, and young people to know Christ, grow in Christ, and share Christ. Psalm 119:160, Acts 2:42-4
Our MISSION is to be a center of truth for men, women, and young people to know Christ, grow in Christ, and share Christ. Psalm 119:160, Acts 2:42-4
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The Headlines
Wednesday Night Announcement: Starting Wednesday, June 14, the doors will open at 6:15 p.m. instead of 6:00 p.m. To maintain consistency, all classes will begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at 7:30 p.m., for all age groups.
Adult Membership Class: If you would like to become a member of Atlantic Avenue United Brethren In Christ Church, please sign-up for this class. The class will be held Tuesday, June 13 and Tuesday, June 20 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room. Please enter at E3. Both classes are required to become a member.
Picnic & Comedy Night: Friday, June 16. 6:30 p.m. Hot dog picnic in the Family Center followed by a night of laughs as we watch a Christian Comedian Video on the big screen in the Sanctuary.
Optional-bring a favorite hot dog topping or a side dish to share.
Waldameer Tickets: Atlantic Avenue Church Waldameer day is Tuesday, June 27. Tickets are $33 (non-riders are free) and paid at the time of purchase. A ticket table is set up outside of the Multipurpose Room. You are free to arrive and leave the park at your own convenience. You can even use the tickets a different day if June 27 doesn’t work for you. See ticket for details.
New Sunday School Study: 11:15 a.m. The Scripture Seekers class is beginning a new study on the book of James and would like to open the invitation to anyone who is looking to join a Sunday School class.
Wednesday Night Announcement: Starting Wednesday, June 14, the doors will open at 6:15 p.m. instead of 6:00 p.m. To maintain consistency, all classes will begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at 7:30 p.m., for all age groups.
Adult Membership Class: If you would like to become a member of Atlantic Avenue United Brethren In Christ Church, please sign-up for this class. The class will be held Tuesday, June 13 and Tuesday, June 20 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room. Please enter at E3. Both classes are required to become a member.
Picnic & Comedy Night: Friday, June 16. 6:30 p.m. Hot dog picnic in the Family Center followed by a night of laughs as we watch a Christian Comedian Video on the big screen in the Sanctuary.
Optional-bring a favorite hot dog topping or a side dish to share.
Waldameer Tickets: Atlantic Avenue Church Waldameer day is Tuesday, June 27. Tickets are $33 (non-riders are free) and paid at the time of purchase. A ticket table is set up outside of the Multipurpose Room. You are free to arrive and leave the park at your own convenience. You can even use the tickets a different day if June 27 doesn’t work for you. See ticket for details.
New Sunday School Study: 11:15 a.m. The Scripture Seekers class is beginning a new study on the book of James and would like to open the invitation to anyone who is looking to join a Sunday School class.
Church & Local Community Missions and Giving Opportunities
Holly Small’s Sunshine Bags: Holly gives Sunshine Bags to people in our church family who have a need for some sunshine to lift their spirits (ex: after surgery or in the hospital). She is collecting small items to place in the bags for both adults and youth (ex: lotion, hand sanitizing wipes, lip balm, crafts, puzzle books, notebooks & pens, coloring books and crayons, devotionals, etc). This would be a great opportunity to get children involved in blessing others. As a family, go to the Dollar Tree and have a Dollar Tree Shopping Spree.
Blessing Box: Thank you for helping us keep our curbside community blessing box replenished with nonperishable, grab-and-go food items. Items are being taken for use in the community regularly so let’s keep them coming!
Women’s Ministry June Collection: PPC Emergency Shelter. It ems needed for personal hygiene, laundry and dishwashing. To see the full list of needed items needed, see the flier at the Resource Center or near the collection bins located at the Family Center Entrance.
Life Center’s Annual Baby Bottle Boomerang Collection: Reminder to return all bottles to the orange buckets next Sunday, June 18. Thank you for supporting this great ministry as it impacts the lives of expecting parents in Franklin and our local community.
Red Cross Blood Drive: Friday, June 23, 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Family Center. Enter at E3. Walk-ins or schedule at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-Red-Cros (1-800-733-2767).
8 Days of Hope Mission Trip to Buffalo, New York: July 14-22. Contact Dee Tock at 814-670-1031 for information or to arrange to be a part of this great ministry.
Holly Small’s Sunshine Bags: Holly gives Sunshine Bags to people in our church family who have a need for some sunshine to lift their spirits (ex: after surgery or in the hospital). She is collecting small items to place in the bags for both adults and youth (ex: lotion, hand sanitizing wipes, lip balm, crafts, puzzle books, notebooks & pens, coloring books and crayons, devotionals, etc). This would be a great opportunity to get children involved in blessing others. As a family, go to the Dollar Tree and have a Dollar Tree Shopping Spree.
Blessing Box: Thank you for helping us keep our curbside community blessing box replenished with nonperishable, grab-and-go food items. Items are being taken for use in the community regularly so let’s keep them coming!
Women’s Ministry June Collection: PPC Emergency Shelter. It ems needed for personal hygiene, laundry and dishwashing. To see the full list of needed items needed, see the flier at the Resource Center or near the collection bins located at the Family Center Entrance.
Life Center’s Annual Baby Bottle Boomerang Collection: Reminder to return all bottles to the orange buckets next Sunday, June 18. Thank you for supporting this great ministry as it impacts the lives of expecting parents in Franklin and our local community.
Red Cross Blood Drive: Friday, June 23, 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Family Center. Enter at E3. Walk-ins or schedule at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-Red-Cros (1-800-733-2767).
8 Days of Hope Mission Trip to Buffalo, New York: July 14-22. Contact Dee Tock at 814-670-1031 for information or to arrange to be a part of this great ministry.
Monthly Events-Check The Resource Center for additional details and to sign up for the following events.
Hope Ministry (Widowed Ladies): 1st Saturday of each month. Activity & meal. Location & time varies each month. July 1, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. (please note time change) Meet at the Porterfield Pavilion at the Franklin end of the Bike Trail for a picnic lunch. Please bring a dish to share. Join us for a walk afterwards if you wish to.
Women’s Ministry: 2nd Saturday of each month. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Kitchen. Knock on the door for entry.
Ladies Fellowship: 2nd Thursday of each month. 11:30 a.m. Multipurpose Room. Please enter at door E3. Lunch, devotion and a special feature.
Girl’s Night Out: 3rd Thursday of each month. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Kitchen. Knock on the door for entry. Fellowship, devotion and dinner. June 15 dinner-Spaghetti.
Hope Ministry (Widowed Ladies): 1st Saturday of each month. Activity & meal. Location & time varies each month. July 1, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. (please note time change) Meet at the Porterfield Pavilion at the Franklin end of the Bike Trail for a picnic lunch. Please bring a dish to share. Join us for a walk afterwards if you wish to.
Women’s Ministry: 2nd Saturday of each month. 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Kitchen. Knock on the door for entry.
Ladies Fellowship: 2nd Thursday of each month. 11:30 a.m. Multipurpose Room. Please enter at door E3. Lunch, devotion and a special feature.
Girl’s Night Out: 3rd Thursday of each month. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Kitchen. Knock on the door for entry. Fellowship, devotion and dinner. June 15 dinner-Spaghetti.
Start Preparing (more details to come):
VBS-Rocky Railway, July 25-28, Registration coming soon.
Baptism, Communion & Church Picnic-August 20
VBS-Rocky Railway, July 25-28, Registration coming soon.
Baptism, Communion & Church Picnic-August 20
Wednesday Night Bible Studies at 6:30 p.m.
Enter through E3 Entrance. Doors open at 6:00.
MPR: All ages and stages of life, Adult Bible Study led by Pastor Jason.
Room 202: New class begins on May 17. See Headlines for details and any updates. Better, A Study of Hebrews by Jen Wilkin, led by Shelly Shearer.
Room 203: Women, ages 20-35, RENEW Ministry led by Chlvie Stephenson & co-leader Ashley Kopnitsky.
Sr. High Room: Youth, grades 7-12, led by Pastor Ryan.
Children’s Wing: Nursery (infants) through 6th grade, led by Ms. Jen.
Enter through E3 Entrance. Doors open at 6:00.
MPR: All ages and stages of life, Adult Bible Study led by Pastor Jason.
Room 202: New class begins on May 17. See Headlines for details and any updates. Better, A Study of Hebrews by Jen Wilkin, led by Shelly Shearer.
Room 203: Women, ages 20-35, RENEW Ministry led by Chlvie Stephenson & co-leader Ashley Kopnitsky.
Sr. High Room: Youth, grades 7-12, led by Pastor Ryan.
Children’s Wing: Nursery (infants) through 6th grade, led by Ms. Jen.
Grieving Family:
The family of Dennis McMasters
Upcoming/Recovery from Surgery:
Mary Nulph 5/11
Alisha Nulph 5/30
Judy (Linda Small’s Sister) 6/12
Bonnie Mouser 6/19
Physical/Other: Noah Advent
Joetta Shae
Julia Roemer
Garrett Carulli
Dale Miller
Jeannie Lowrie
Keri Murphy
Bob Meals
Krystal Reed
Cancer Journey:
Joe Gayetty
Nicole Talbott
Joyce Ritts
Mary Holiday
Simone Ray
Alyssa Cornmesser
Diane Karns (Mary Karn’s daughter-in-law)
Tom Sloss (Garnet King’s Son)
Martha Hanna
Judy Foster
John Beatty (Jen Covey’s Dad)
Nancy Reese
Becky Barnes
Sue Dailey
Majorie Forbes
Children:
Carter Covey
Caiden Masters
Maddox Druckemiller
Davey Nonnenberg
Mason Mong
Ongoing Prayer Needs:
Rick Wilson
Pastor Gary & Linda
Deb Plyler
Dave Nonnenberg
Rick Brinkley
Holly Small
Betty Voorhies
Loretta Heller
Patty Way
Sandy Moore
Shirley Patterson
Michele Webster
John Woloszyn
Garnet King
Kathy Jo Ritchey
Bob Gibson
Roger Peterson
Please Send Cards
Caring Place:
103 N. 13th St., Franklin, PA 16323
Dell Oakes
Jo Masters
Shirley Yolton
Sue Lee
Jeff Griffith
Beverly Weigle
Donna Quinn
Shirley Wheeling
Barbara Hedegore
Sugarcreek Station:
351 Causeway Dr., Franklin, PA 16323
Sandi Yeager
Grace Gibbons
Harold Heller
Gladys Finefrock
Ellen Testerman
Ross Bauer
Ron Wessell
Gloria Greenlee
Connie Wood
Bill McFadden
Oakwood Heights
10 Vo-Tech Dr.,Oil City, PA 16301
Rick Fanbrini
Westbury Nursing Home:
31 N Park Ave, Meadville, PA 16335
Mary Merritt
Pine Grove State Correctional Institution Indiana, PA
Smart Communications/Pa. DOC
Pine Grove
Jeremy Shawgo QL 4708
P.O. Box 33028
St. Petersburg, FL 33733
Active Duty Service Members:
Pick up a prayer card for a list of our service members
Prayer Chain Phone Numbers:
If you would like to have a prayer request shared with our prayer group, you can call:
Tootie Sharp 814-432-5713
or
Connie Klingensmith 814-437-6304
The family of Dennis McMasters
Upcoming/Recovery from Surgery:
Mary Nulph 5/11
Alisha Nulph 5/30
Judy (Linda Small’s Sister) 6/12
Bonnie Mouser 6/19
Physical/Other: Noah Advent
Joetta Shae
Julia Roemer
Garrett Carulli
Dale Miller
Jeannie Lowrie
Keri Murphy
Bob Meals
Krystal Reed
Cancer Journey:
Joe Gayetty
Nicole Talbott
Joyce Ritts
Mary Holiday
Simone Ray
Alyssa Cornmesser
Diane Karns (Mary Karn’s daughter-in-law)
Tom Sloss (Garnet King’s Son)
Martha Hanna
Judy Foster
John Beatty (Jen Covey’s Dad)
Nancy Reese
Becky Barnes
Sue Dailey
Majorie Forbes
Children:
Carter Covey
Caiden Masters
Maddox Druckemiller
Davey Nonnenberg
Mason Mong
Ongoing Prayer Needs:
Rick Wilson
Pastor Gary & Linda
Deb Plyler
Dave Nonnenberg
Rick Brinkley
Holly Small
Betty Voorhies
Loretta Heller
Patty Way
Sandy Moore
Shirley Patterson
Michele Webster
John Woloszyn
Garnet King
Kathy Jo Ritchey
Bob Gibson
Roger Peterson
Please Send Cards
Caring Place:
103 N. 13th St., Franklin, PA 16323
Dell Oakes
Jo Masters
Shirley Yolton
Sue Lee
Jeff Griffith
Beverly Weigle
Donna Quinn
Shirley Wheeling
Barbara Hedegore
Sugarcreek Station:
351 Causeway Dr., Franklin, PA 16323
Sandi Yeager
Grace Gibbons
Harold Heller
Gladys Finefrock
Ellen Testerman
Ross Bauer
Ron Wessell
Gloria Greenlee
Connie Wood
Bill McFadden
Oakwood Heights
10 Vo-Tech Dr.,Oil City, PA 16301
Rick Fanbrini
Westbury Nursing Home:
31 N Park Ave, Meadville, PA 16335
Mary Merritt
Pine Grove State Correctional Institution Indiana, PA
Smart Communications/Pa. DOC
Pine Grove
Jeremy Shawgo QL 4708
P.O. Box 33028
St. Petersburg, FL 33733
Active Duty Service Members:
Pick up a prayer card for a list of our service members
Prayer Chain Phone Numbers:
If you would like to have a prayer request shared with our prayer group, you can call:
Tootie Sharp 814-432-5713
or
Connie Klingensmith 814-437-6304
