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Dear friend,
“Organizing isn’t just about mobilizing people for an election. It’s about building relationships, understanding power, and being ready when the window of change opens.”
Kicking off season two of the No Hate Radio podcast, Dylan Dames, an organizer with Faith in Florida, Musician, and Youth Director at Allendale, offers a powerful look at what it means to do grassroots organizing in today’s political reality. Fresh from the Architects of a New America conference in Washington, D.C., Dylan shares how communities across the country are preparing to protect themselves against political attacks and laying the groundwork for real, long-term change.
Listen to the full episode of No Hate Radio, a podcast hosted by Don Windle recorded here at Allendale: www.nohateradio.com
Dylan is also leading a class with Dr. Kate Pravera on Wednesday nights in February. See the “Doing Theology” article below for more information.
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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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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.” Meeting on Wednesdays from 6 PM to 7:30 PM, February 5, 12, 19, and 26, following our 5 PM community dinner. Together, we’ll explore what it means to “do theology” in today’s world, where spirituality is inseparable from the fight for justice. Grounded in the legacy of liberation theology, this class will unpack how dismantling systems of white supremacy, patriarchy, and other injustices intersects with faith practice, especially within our community.
Each session builds on rich theological traditions and lived experiences. From understanding theology as a transformative practice to engaging voices from marginalized communities, participants will reflect on topics like intersectionality, Black and queer theologies, and the challenges of doing liberation theology in a community like Allendale. The class culminates in a collaborative project that reflects our shared journey and context. No prior theological background is required—just a willingness to learn, wrestle, and grow together.
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How to Not Suck as a Christian
An Evening with Jeremy Steele
Tombolo Books is proud to partner with Allendale United Methodist Church to present a reading and conversation with Jeremy Steele, author of How to Not Suck as a Christian.
Doors open at 5:30 PM, and the event starts at 6 PM at Allendale UMC. Tombolo Books will be onsite selling copies of the book.
Learn more about the event at www.tombolobooks.com
RSVP at www.allendaleumc.org/jeremy
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WANT TO JOIN ALLENDALE?
Our next New Member Sunday is on Feb 9 at 10:30 AM
Sign up at www.allendaleumc.org/join
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Anti-Death Penalty Vigil Feb 4 & Feb 13
Florida is planning to execute James Ford. Governor DeSantis has signed his death warrant, and we stand in opposition to the death penalty.
We will hold two vigils in protest at 49th St N & Ulmerton Rd, near the Pinellas County Jail and Courthouse.:
📅 Tuesday, Feb 4 – A week before the execution, we will gather with Maria DeLiberato, Executive Director of Floridians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty (FADP), to urge people to contact Governor DeSantis and demand a stay.
📅 Thursday, Feb 13 – On the evening of the scheduled execution, we will hold a vigil from 5–6 PM to stand in solidarity and protest state-sanctioned death.
Join us as we witness against the death penalty and call for justice rooted in mercy, not execution.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER MENU
Wed Feb 5
Shepard Pie, Honey Sriracha Carrots,
Salad, Bread, Dessert Dish, Vegetarian Option
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Chili Cook-Off 🌶️ & 🏈 Super Bowl Watch Party
Join us at 6 PM on February 9 for the ultimate Chili Cook-Off Showdown! Taste-test fiery, flavorful creations as we cheer on the football game and soak in the spectacle of the halftime show.
Think your chili can reign supreme? Enter your chili into the cook-off here! Bring your best dish and face the gauntlet of taste buds. 🍴🏆 The road to victory is paved with spoons, bowls, and bold flavors! Winners will be crowned at a halftime coronation for the Chili Queen/King/Monarch!—don’t miss your chance to claim chili royalty!
🔥 Bring the heat. Stir the pot. Taste the magic. 🌟
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Visit www.allendaleumc.org/events for more details on upcoming events.
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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 Feb 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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