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The Bellringer: Ringing against Injustice

Monday, March 3, 2025

Dear friend,

We invite you to mark the start of Lent 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.

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.

THIS WEEK AT ALLENDALE:

United Women in Faith Meeting

Our next United Women in Faith meeting is Monday, March 3 at 6:30 PM in the Library/Romero Room. We will be discussing upcoming dates, taking a look at influential women in the Methodist movement, and celebrating March Women’s History Month.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER MENU

Wed Mar 5
Glazed Meat Loaf, Mashed Potatoes,
Mixed Veggies, Salad, Bread, Dessert

Church Council

Allendale’s church council meets four times per year and is an open meeting. If you wish to attend this meeting, sign up below to get emailed meeting reminders.

CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING ACCESS

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.

The latest episode of No Hate Radio features Gina Gibbs, a dual-qualified social worker and attorney, to discuss her journey advocating for marginalized communities. From working in HIV/AIDS support services to addressing systemic injustices in Pinellas County, Gina shares insights on how law and social work intersect to create meaningful change, and the importance of resilience, activism, and community care in times of crisis.

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.

Doing Theology at Allendale:
Where do we go from here?

On Wednesday, March 12, at 6 PM, Dylan Dames and Dr. Kate Pravera are having a follow-up conversation to their Doing Theology at Allendale class called “Where to go from here?”

UPCOMING EVENTS

Visit www.allendaleumc.org/events for more details on upcoming events.

Wed Mar 5 6 PM – Ash Wednesday Service (Sanctuary)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events
Sat Mar 8 12 PM – Intl. Women’s Day – Unite & Resist (277 Central Ave)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events
Sun Mar 9 10:30 AM – New Member Sunday | Join Allendale!
Sign up at www.allendaleumc.org/join
Mon Mar 10 6 PM – FAST Rally (St. Michael – 2281 State Road 580)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events
Sat Mar 15 6 PM – Free Flute Concert feat. Adrian McGrady (Sanctuary)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events
Tue Mar 18 6 PM – Social Justice Team (Community Center)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events
Mon Apr 7 6 PM – FAST Nehemiah Action (First Baptist – 1900 Gandy Blvd)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events

WANT TO JOIN ALLENDALE?

Our next New Member Sunday is on Mar 9 at 10:30 AM
Sign up at www.allendaleumc.org/join

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.

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


GIFTS

Give online:  www.allendaleumc.org/give
Text-to-give:  Text amount to 727-312-0808


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.

DOWNLOAD BULLETIN PDF


ONLINE WORSHIP

Check out last Sunday’s worship service!
Join us online every Sunday at 10:30 AM on Facebook Live or Vimeo.
Our Archive of past services can be found here.

And check out our YouTube Channel
for Sermons and other clips.

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.

YOUTH GATHERINGS

Youth (6th-12th grade) meets on Sunday nights from 5:30 PM-8 PM.

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Instagram

Website

Vimeo

Copyright © 2025 Allendale United Methodist Church, All rights reserved.
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Allendale uses Enfleshed for our liturgy
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The Bellringer: Ringing against Injustice

Monday, March 3, 2025

Dear friend,

We invite you to mark the start of Lent 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.

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.

THIS WEEK AT ALLENDALE:

United Women in Faith Meeting

Our next United Women in Faith meeting is Monday, March 3 at 6:30 PM in the Library/Romero Room. We will be discussing upcoming dates, taking a look at influential women in the Methodist movement, and celebrating March Women’s History Month.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER MENU

Wed Mar 5
Glazed Meat Loaf, Mashed Potatoes,
Mixed Veggies, Salad, Bread, Dessert

Church Council

Allendale’s church council meets four times per year and is an open meeting. If you wish to attend this meeting, sign up below to get emailed meeting reminders.

CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING ACCESS

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.

The latest episode of No Hate Radio features Gina Gibbs, a dual-qualified social worker and attorney, to discuss her journey advocating for marginalized communities. From working in HIV/AIDS support services to addressing systemic injustices in Pinellas County, Gina shares insights on how law and social work intersect to create meaningful change, and the importance of resilience, activism, and community care in times of crisis.

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.

Doing Theology at Allendale:
Where do we go from here?

On Wednesday, March 12, at 6 PM, Dylan Dames and Dr. Kate Pravera are having a follow-up conversation to their Doing Theology at Allendale class called “Where to go from here?”

UPCOMING EVENTS

Visit www.allendaleumc.org/events for more details on upcoming events.

Wed Mar 5 6 PM – Ash Wednesday Service (Sanctuary)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events
Sat Mar 8 12 PM – Intl. Women’s Day – Unite & Resist (277 Central Ave)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events
Sun Mar 9 10:30 AM – New Member Sunday | Join Allendale!
Sign up at www.allendaleumc.org/join
Mon Mar 10 6 PM – FAST Rally (St. Michael – 2281 State Road 580)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events
Sat Mar 15 6 PM – Free Flute Concert feat. Adrian McGrady (Sanctuary)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events
Tue Mar 18 6 PM – Social Justice Team (Community Center)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events
Mon Apr 7 6 PM – FAST Nehemiah Action (First Baptist – 1900 Gandy Blvd)
Learn more at www.allendaleumc.org/events

WANT TO JOIN ALLENDALE?

Our next New Member Sunday is on Mar 9 at 10:30 AM
Sign up at www.allendaleumc.org/join

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.

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


GIFTS

Give online:  www.allendaleumc.org/give
Text-to-give:  Text amount to 727-312-0808


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.

DOWNLOAD BULLETIN PDF


ONLINE WORSHIP

Check out last Sunday’s worship service!
Join us online every Sunday at 10:30 AM on Facebook Live or Vimeo.
Our Archive of past services can be found here.

And check out our YouTube Channel
for Sermons and other clips.

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.

YOUTH GATHERINGS

Youth (6th-12th grade) meets on Sunday nights from 5:30 PM-8 PM.

Facebook

Instagram

Website

Vimeo

Copyright © 2025 Allendale United Methodist Church, All rights reserved.
Stock images from Unsplash
Allendale uses Enfleshed for our liturgy
CCLI# 1101995

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