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The Annual Meeting of the church was postponed January 25 and will be held on Sunday, February 1.

We will gather in Fellowship Hall following the second service. Our time begins with the annual Chili Cook-Off and the meeting soon follows.

We will hear from church council and staff as they give reports on 2025 and share plans and prospects for 2026. Members of the congregation will be voting to approve the Nominating Committee's slate of candidates, the 2026 budget and by-law changes to the church constitution. These changes were approved by church council in December.

Download PDF of the 2025 Annual Report

The Church Council met on Wednesday, January 21 for its regular monthly meeting. The following decisions were made during that meeting.

The Council approved moving forward with a project brought by the Trustees to upgrade an electrical panel in our building and complete the installation of air conditioning in the Education Wing. The funding for this project will come from the Trustees facility reserve funds.

The Council approved the request from the Thrift Shop Team to transfer 10% of the Thrifty Shop’s Annual Profit totaling $52,016.72, to their Capital Reserve Fund.

The Council approved the proposed 2026 Budget to be brought before the congregation at the Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 25, 2026. A full explanation of the budget will be presented at the meeting prior to the congregational vote.

Notes: The Council meeting in February will take place a week early on February 11 at 7 p.m. In addition, the Council meeting in March will take place a week early on March 11, beginning after Cross Training at 8 p.m.

ALUCC FELLOWSHIP HALL PODCAST

About Fellowship Hall

Welcome to our new podcast titled Avon Lake UCC Fellowship Hall: The Stories Behind our Congregation. This has been discussed for some time and is now a reality—sponsored and produced by the ALUCC Men’s Ministry group!

We’ve created a podcast sharing a tapestry of stories that weave through our congregation and journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and fellow members.

From the pews to the pulpit, from youth ministry to our mission programs, Avon Lake UCC is more than just a church; it's a vibrant community of individuals with unique perspectives and shared values. Join us as we sit down with members of our congregation to uncover the narratives that have shaped us, the challenges we've overcome and the moments of inspiration that bind us together.

Throughout this series, we'll explore a myriad of topics, from faith and spirituality to mission and community service. We'll hear from guests who have found solace and strength within our walls, as well as those who have embarked on journeys of self-discovery and transformation. We’ll also have plenty of fun!

Grab a seat, pour yourself a cup of coffee, and join us in Fellowship Hall as we delve into the heart of Avon Lake United Church of Christ, one story at a time!

Be sure to subscribe to the ALUCC Fellowship Hall podcast on your favorite app so you never miss an episode.