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Dear friend,
We’re just over a week away from Lent, which begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5. We invite you to mark the start of this sacred season with us. From 12-1 PM on March 5, Pastor Andy will offer drive-by ashes outside by our marquee sign—drive up, stay in your car, and receive the sign of the cross as a reminder of our shared humanity and call to reflection. In the evening, we will gather at 5 PM for a farewell feast for Pankaj Dutta, who is moving away to be with family. Then, at 6 PM, we will hold our Ash Wednesday service, entering this season with prayer, reflection, and ashes.
This year, our theme for Lent, “Everything In Between,” invites us to explore the tensions and complexities of faith. Guided by the Gospel of Luke, we’ll walk with Jesus as he challenges the divisive issues of his time, revealing a love that transcends easy categories. We hope you’ll join us in this journey of looking beyond binaries and discovering where God meets us—not just at the edges, but in between.
“Everything In Between” Devotion books are now available in the Sanctuary and Church Office, and online here.
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Healing Church Trauma
Allendale UMC is a welcoming and affirming faith community. Many of us come from diverse church backgrounds, some of which have been harmful or even traumatic. Starting Wednesday, March 19, at 6 PM, Rev. David Franks will lead “Healing Church Trauma,” an eight-week closed group (limited to eight participants) for those who wish to explore their experience of “Church” and the theology we offer here at Allendale to heal that experience. To join, fill out this interest form. You can also sign up in the Sanctuary on Sunday morning or contact the church office.
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Doing Theology at Allendale
Join Dr. Kate Pravera and Dylan Dames for “Doing Theology at Allendale: An Irreverently Serious Exploration of Living Our Faith in 2025.” We are meeting from 6 PM to 7:30 PM on Wednesday, February 26, following our 5 PM community dinner. Then, on Wednesday, March 12, at 6 PM, Dylan Dames and Dr. Kate Pravera are having a follow-up conversation called “Where to go from here?”
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER MENU
Wed Feb 26
Penne Arrabiatta (Angry Sauce), Italian Sausage,
Italian Green Beans, Ciabbata Bread, Caesar Salad,
Dessert Dish, Vegetarian Option
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Cooking Class with Pankaj Dutta
Join Pankaj Dutta for a hands-on cooking class Friday, Feb 28, from 3-6 PM – Exploring Curries, chicken, and vegetarian dishes.
Contact the Church Office to RSVP: 727-527-6694.
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Transnetwork: Trans Truth Town Hall
Join TransNetwork on Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 7-9 PM in the Sanctuary at Allendale UMC, St. Pete for a crucial discussion on trans rights, community resilience, and what’s next for Florida’s trans and gender-expansive population.
This is an opportunity to show up in solidarity and
support of our trans siblings.
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Racial Wealth Gap Learning Simulation
As part of the Black History Month celebration, Mt. Zion, First UMC Clearwater, and First UMC Pinellas Park are putting together a Racial Wealth Learning Simulation. The simulation helps illustrate the connections among racial equity, hunger, poverty, and wealth. This event is at Mt. Zion UMC, 2751 Sunset Point, Clearwater at 11 AM on Saturday, March 1. You’re Invited!
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A Flutist Journey: Adrian McGrady
Flutist Adrian McGrady is coming to Allendale on Saturday, March 15, at 6 PM for a free concert. Featured works by Arturo Rodriguez, Anze Rozman, and more. Visit adrianmcgrady.com to learn more.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Visit www.allendaleumc.org/events for more details on upcoming events.
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No Hate Radio
Our podcast hosted by Don Windle called “No Hate Radio” is now available! Listen on your favorite podcast app by searching for No Hate Radio or visit www.nohateradio.com.
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The latest episode of No Hate Radio features Dr. Kate Pravera. She shares her firsthand experiences at the U.S.-Mexico border, where she has witnessed the realities of immigration policy in action. From militarized encampments and razor wire to the heartbreaking stories of asylum seekers turned away, she reflects on what it means to truly see and speak out against injustice.
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WANT TO JOIN ALLENDALE?
Our next New Member Sunday is on Mar 9 at 10:30 AM
Sign up at www.allendaleumc.org/join
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Support the youth and get donuts
The youth are having a friendly competition to raise money for the youth ministry. They are selling donuts for $16 a dozen. Pre-Order donuts here: www.allendaleumc.org/donuts
When you order donuts, you will have the option to select a youth to support. Once you order, and the youth leaders have a chance to process your order, you will then be sent a code to redeem for a dozen donuts.
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Ongoing Classes
Grief Support Group – Every other Sun at 9 AM
Next Meeting on Mar 9
Scripture Class on Zoom – Mon at 6 PM
Join via Zoom: www.allendaleumc.org/online
Wednesday Night Classes – Wednesdays
Dinner at 5 PM | Classes at 6 PM
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DIGITAL BULLETIN
Download a PDF version of our weekly bulletin containing an order of worship for our Sunday service, updates on our church family including birthdays and prayer requests, and more.
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Church Council
Allendale’s church council meets every other month and is an open meeting. If you wish to attend this meeting, sign up below to get emailed meeting reminders.
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ONLINE WORSHIP
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VIRTUAL GATHERINGS
In addition to worship being offered in-person,
we also live stream our worship on Sundays at 10:30 AM.
Watch on Facebook Live or Vimeo.
Our Archive of past services can be found here.
We also offer studies, classes, and other virtual gatherings via Zoom.
View a list of virtual events and when they occur.
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YOUTH GATHERINGS
Youth (6th-12th grade) meets on Sunday nights from 5:30 PM-8 PM.
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