9th Avenue Summer Schedule
Many of you who read this blog regularly are either members of the 9th Avenue family or you live somewhat close to Haleyville, Alabama. That being the case, I wanted to remind you of some of the things we have scheduled for the summer. And, by the way, if you don’t live that closely, you are still more than welcome to come to any or all of these events (we have an extra bedroom!).
First, from June 4-9, many of our young people will be going to Maywood Christian Camp in Hamilton, Alabama for the week. We always enjoy the week there. If you are thinking of going to a Christian camp, may I suggest our week? It is never full, but it is a great week!
On June 17, the Hatton family is hosting a devotional for all our young people combined! This will be a great day for all. They are planning on having the devotional at Haleyville’s City Lake, weather permitting.
Beginning on June 18, we will have our annual Summer Gospel Meeting, and it will continue through Thursday, the 22nd. Drew Kizer, the minister for the Ashville Road church of Christ in Leeds, Alabama, will be here speaking on the subject of Influence. Services will start at 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM and 7:30 PM on Sunday, then at 7PM Monday through Thursday.
On Thursday, July 13, we have a special day planned for the young people of the area. Our 2nd annual Youth Lectureship will be held here at Haleyville. The day is filled with in-depth Bible study, and every young person (and adult) will learn much during the day. There are three areas of study this year: (1) Lessons from First and Second Corinthians, (2) Very Difficult Issues and (3) Proofs of the Bible’s Inspiration. The day will begin at 9AM, and will conclude at 6PM. All your young people need to bring is a Bible and some money to eat fast food on the town.
From Sunday, July 16-Tuesday, July 18, our young people will be in Winfield for the annual “Knock, Knock” campaign. Each year, a different town in this area hosts this event, and the young people knock every door in the community. If you would like to be a part of these great days, you are more than welcome to help!
9th Avenue’s Vacation Bible School is always a highlight of the year. This year, it will run from July 23-26, and our theme will be “Bound for the Arctic Challenge.” We have classes for all ages, including newborns and adults, so make your plans to attend!
Our final “big” event for the Summer is our annual “Mission: Haleyville” week. From July 31-August 2, our young people will be involved in three days of service work (and a lot of fun). We send cards, visit the elderly, work around the building, and just do whatever else needs to be done. We end with a party after Bible classes on Wednesday night for the young people who participated.
It’s going to be a VERY busy summer, but one that will help us all grow closer to God. Make your plans to attend any or all of these events!
