A Community in Christ.
We are a group of people who want to show Christ’s love to the world! We cannot wait to meet you and connect with you in person or online.
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Church 11:00 a.m.
1060 Lake Henry Rd
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
About Us
Our Purpose
PROCLAIM the gospel of Jesus Christ
MAKE disciples
TRAIN and EDIFY believers
AID in missions work
PROMOTE Christian living
Upcoming Events
Virtual Prayer Meeting | Thursday’s
7 p.m.
Church attendees are invited to assemble and pray over each other, current events and more. Please text 570.702.9643 or email AvoyChristianChurch@gmail.com if you would like to join!
Tree Trimming (Decorating Party!) |
December 6 at 6 p.m.
Once a year we get to celebrate the birth of Jesus by fellowshipping and providing the church with decor! Before we get the building decked out in Christmas gear, the day includes one of the many Christmas Program rehearsals and an optional DIY gift or ornament exchange will also happen within the day!
Jolly Drop n Shop | December 13
9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Your children are invited to a single day Christmas VBS to give parents time to wrap gifts and do last minute shopping! We hope you consider bringing your children so we can help you prepare for your holiday’s together.
Register here
Candlelight Service | December 20
at 3 p.m.
We’d love for you to join us for a special evening filled with celebration, service, and candlelight!
The Pastors’ Service kicks off at 3:00 PM, ministry opportunities follow at 4:00 PM, and we’ll finish the night with a cozy candlelight moment after our outing—before we all head home. It’s a night you won’t want to miss!
The Crystal Band of Scranton | January 4
at 3 p.m.
The public is invited to this FREE concert of music.
Watch the Crystal Band Livestream here: https://fb.watch/maz74B81o5/
Past Events
VBS Weekend |
July 26 from 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
July 27 from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Your children are invited to choo-choo along with us for a two day VBS! We hope you consider bringing your children to a train themed day of fun!
Spots are limited, so grab your cowboy hat and sign up today! https://evite.me/84SrmSxwgt
Easter Family Day & Egg Hunt | April 5
9 a.m.–11 a.m.
Join us for a fun and meaningful Easter celebration! We’ll have a coffee bar, snacks, an Easter egg hunt, a Bible lesson with Resurrection Eggs, and creative crafts for the whole family. Plus, an optional movie right after the event!
RSVP: https://www.evite.com/signup-sheet/4883819327389696.
Fall Paint Party |
October 18 from 6:15 – 8:15 p.m.
or October 19 from 3 – 5 p.m.
Enjoy an evening enjoying snacks and while painting under the instruction of @katherine.joy.artt at Avoy Christian Church. Canvases, beverages and paint supplies will be provided by the church.
Please text PAINT to 570.702.9643 to complete your RSVP.
VBS Day | September 7
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Your children are invited to a single day VBS to blast off the beginning of the school year! We hope you consider bringing your children to an out of this world themed day of fun.
Sign up your child(ren) with this link!
The Crystal Band of Scranton &
Ice Cream Social | August 4
3 p.m.
The public is invited to this FREE concert of music. Refreshments will be served following the concert.
Watch the Crystal Band Livestream here: https://fb.watch/maz74B81o5/
Annual Church Picnic | August 3
11 a.m.
This FREE Event includes water balloon fights, grilled food, summer snacks, frisbee, volleyball, basketball, board games and more! The picnic will be held at Missionary Retreat Fellowship. We recommend bringing a side to share, however, the church will provide the meat.
Adult Banquet | July 23
Members of the church and families will meet together at La Familia at Red Maples Golf Course in South Canaan at $25 per person. RSVP by July 16. Any questions or payment can be made by reaching out to us through the Find Us page.
O Little Town Christmas Concert | December 8 or 15 at 3 p.m.
Join us for a captivating Christmas Concert performed by talented young adults from the Avoy and Maddisonville Christian Churches. These two performances will feature a heartwarming blend of hymns, scripture readings, special songs, painting, and readings, all centered around the theme of Bethlehem.
Performance Options:
Sunday, December 8 at 3 p.m. Avoy Christian Church
1060 Lake Henry Road Lake Ariel, PA 18436
Sunday, December 15 at 3 p.m. Madisonville Christian Church
2565 Madisonville Rd Moscow, PA 18444
Harvest Dinner | 6 p.m. November 19
Around Thanksgiving we gather together for a potluck of delightful goods! A fellowship of community and church members makes for an eventful and delicious evening.
Let’s Paint! | 6 p.m. October 21
Let’s Paint! | 2 p.m. October 22
Enjoy an evening sipping cocoa, cider, coffee and tea while painting under the instruction of @katherine.joy.artt at Avoy Christian Church. Canvases, beverages and paint supplies will be provided by the church.
Please text PAINT to 570.702.9643 to complete your RSVP.
*Space is limited to 30 attendees per day
Recent Events
- Church PicnicAlthough we did not have photos taken this year, we ALWAYS enjoy a day gathered together for a large picnic!Our first thank you goes to Mission Retreat Fellowship. Thank you, MRF, for allowing us to utilize the grounds every year! This successful year of the church picnic and our celebration of pastor Sean’s not actualContinue reading “Church Picnic”
- Paint ‘n SipAvoy Christian Church invited community members to join them on Friday April 8 and Saturday April 9 to participate in a free painting event that took donations for Mission Scranton. The event almost maxed out at 28 sign ups for Friday and successfully maxed out with 32 sign ups for Saturday. This event was hostedContinue reading “Paint ‘n Sip”
- PassoverEvery year when Easter comes around, Pastor Sean brings the last supper to life by talking and acting through the Jewish tradition of the meal. This not only brings songs and joys and metaphors, but it also brings a delicious meal to our bellies! Thank you to everyone who joined Avoy Christian Church for anContinue reading “Passover”
Become a Part of Our Family
With the aim of reaching as many people as possible for Christ, we would love to get to know you more! If you are looking into becoming a member of our church, please contact us for more info.
What People Say
It’s a blessing to attend a church with people who are willing to use and express their gifts for God’s glory.
Gretchen, 21
I was hesitant to join a country church at first, but it has proven to be a special place with connections to people who love God!
Katie, 23
Avoy Christian Church 