ALUCC Fellowship Hall
Welcome to ALUCC Fellowship Hall, a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. Each episode, we’ll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our 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.
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6 days ago
6 days ago
Our guest this time is someone we often see and hear play guitar with the worship band and in concerts at the church but unless you’re well-versed in the Cleveland music scene you might not know how lucky we are to have him in front of the church sharing his talents. Pete is a highly-respected musician who’s played with some of the best in Cleveland and across the world, from blues legends to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees and his own extremely talented family members.
During this episode, Pete shares stories from his career playing and teaching music that’s spanned decades—tales from gigs at Cleveland clubs now long gone, celebrity friends from the Cleveland scene and when he and his family lived just off Bourbon Street in New Orleans and much, much more. He also talks about why music is integral to a church service and as a reflection of spirituality. Pete is an amazing storyteller, as well as guitarist and you’ll definitely want to listen all the way to the end of this episode!
Welcome to ALUCC Fellowship Hall, a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. In each episode, we'll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our fellow members.
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.
Resources:
Learn more about Avon Lake United Church of Christ in Avon Lake, Ohio: https://www.avonlakeucc.org/
Follow ALUCC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonLakeUCC/
Instagram: @avonlakeucc
Watch weekly services on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/avonlakeucc
Like Waypoint Youth Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonlakeuccyouth/
Instagram: @waypointym
Follow ALUCC Kids on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199223630209636
Saturday Mar 08, 2025
Saturday Mar 08, 2025
We have two guests today, Dave and Sandy Dibbell, and they’ve been members of ALUCC for more than 40 years. Both born in Vermont, they had many adventures on the East Coast and down South, including college, marriage, Army assignments, career beginnings and more before settling in Northeast Ohio, specifically Avon Lake. They’re truly a fascinating couple with different interests, hobbies and talents for serving in the church and community … but very much a shared sense of mission, work ethic and desire to live life to the fullest. Throughout this episode you’ll no doubt come to appreciate their dedication to ALUCC and charming relationship honed over 60 years of marriage. It was a pleasure getting to know the Dibbells a bit better.
Welcome to ALUCC Fellowship Hall, a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. In each episode, we'll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our fellow members.
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.
Resources:
Learn more about Avon Lake United Church of Christ in Avon Lake, Ohio: https://www.avonlakeucc.org/
Follow ALUCC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonLakeUCC/
Instagram: @avonlakeucc
Watch weekly services on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/avonlakeucc
Like Waypoint Youth Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonlakeuccyouth/
Instagram: @waypointym
Follow ALUCC Kids on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199223630209636
Sunday Feb 23, 2025
Sunday Feb 23, 2025
Our guest today is Kristen LePrevost, the current manager at our church’s Good Neighbor Thrift Shop. In the six years Kristen has led Good Neighbor there’s been unprecedented growth and expansion—all to serve community members, local organizations, more than 100 volunteers and just about anyone who interacts with this amazing mission of ALUCC. In this episode, we talk a lot about the thrift shop and how it impacts so many, but you’ll also get to know Kristen a bit better. She grew up in Rocky River, has a background in estate sales and liquidation, currently resides in Avon Lake with her husband Jim and two sons and couldn’t be prouder of the shop she manages. Kristen has a love of thrifting herself, vintage items but most importantly a passion for helping and serving others—which makes her role with Good Neighbor such a perfect fit.
Welcome to ALUCC Fellowship Hall, a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. In each episode, we'll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our fellow members.
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.
Resources:
Learn more about Avon Lake United Church of Christ in Avon Lake, Ohio: https://www.avonlakeucc.org/
Follow ALUCC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonLakeUCC/
Instagram: @avonlakeucc
Watch weekly services on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/avonlakeucc
Like Waypoint Youth Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonlakeuccyouth/
Instagram: @waypointym
Follow ALUCC Kids on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199223630209636
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Our guests today are a dynamic duo within our congregation—Jim and Valerie Tanzilli! They’ve been members of ALUCC since 1971, which gives them not only a unique perspective on our church but also what it takes to maintain energy and excitement within one congregation for so long. We can all learn a lot from the Tanzillis and we will during this conversation. This episode explores a bit about their lives, their family, their service, involvement and employment within ALUCC, fun church stories and plenty of wisdom and insights.
ALUCC Fellowship Hall is a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. In each episode, we'll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our fellow members.
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.
Resources:
Learn more about Avon Lake United Church of Christ in Avon Lake, Ohio: https://www.avonlakeucc.org/
Follow ALUCC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonLakeUCC/
Instagram: @avonlakeucc
Watch weekly services on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/avonlakeucc
Like Waypoint Youth Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonlakeuccyouth/
Instagram: @waypointym
Follow ALUCC Kids on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199223630209636
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Welcome to ALUCC Fellowship Hall, a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. In each episode, we'll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our fellow members.
Our guest today is Dave Witzigreuter, an amazing person and somewhat of a legend at ALUCC. As Nate Taylor explains in the intro, Witz is a true servant and mentor, as well as being an all-around amazing guy. He’s impacted many lives, built and renovated many structures and led by example throughout his life. And he’s not done—by any stretch of the imagination! Get ready to hear service trip stories, childhood memories, lessons learned and shared as we dig into what makes Witz tick.
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.
Resources:
Learn more about Avon Lake United Church of Christ in Avon Lake, Ohio: https://www.avonlakeucc.org/
Follow ALUCC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonLakeUCC/
Instagram: @avonlakeucc
Watch weekly services on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/avonlakeucc
Like Waypoint Youth Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonlakeuccyouth/
Instagram: @waypointym
Follow ALUCC Kids on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199223630209636
Monday Sep 30, 2024
Monday Sep 30, 2024
Welcome to ALUCC Fellowship Hall, a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. In each episode, we'll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our fellow members.
Our guest today is Kyle Rose, an active church member and current ALUCC Moderator. What are the duties of a church moderator, you may ask … Kyle breaks it down for host Bill Calkins in a way that underscores how important this role is within a church—especially a highly active and growing church with many committees and boards. The moderator also plays a crucial role in the pastoral search process, which is of course a timely discussion. But serving as moderator is only a portion of what Kyle does for the church and in his day-to-day life as a husband, father, employee and all-around good (and humble) guy with a variety of interests and skills. Get ready to hear how ALUCC has positively impacted the Rose family, who Kyle’s favorite athletes were when he was a kid, a bit about his tastes in music and much more.
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.
Resources:
Learn more about Avon Lake United Church of Christ in Avon Lake, Ohio: https://www.avonlakeucc.org/
Follow ALUCC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonLakeUCC/
Instagram: @avonlakeucc
Watch weekly services on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/avonlakeucc
Like Waypoint Youth Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonlakeuccyouth/
Instagram: @waypointym
Follow ALUCC Kids on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199223630209636
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Welcome to ALUCC Fellowship Hall, a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. In each episode, we'll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our fellow members.
Our guest today is director of membership & media, Tim Schulz. Throughout this episode, it became very clear that working tirelessly to help members of our congregation stay engaged and constantly finding new ways to bring ALUCC community members together seven days a week is truly a ministry and a mission for Tim. You’ll learn how membership and engagement has evolved during the time he’s been in this role and how ALUCC has been on the leading edge (even ahead of its time in some cases) using digital strategies, while still building membership the “old fashioned way” by providing opportunities for everyone to get involved in church activities.
Tim takes you behind the scenes with his team of A/V gurus who are onsite every Sunday to make sure all things technological run smoothy and shares the value of consistent email communications and social media. We also have a chance to learn about some of Tim’s hobbies, hear stories from fun travel adventures, mission trips and retreats and how he balances his church family and his family-family—both of which mean quite a lot to him. By the end, you’ll no doubt wonder how he fits all these activities into 24 hours each day.
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.
Resources:
Learn more about Avon Lake United Church of Christ in Avon Lake, Ohio: https://www.avonlakeucc.org/
Follow ALUCC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonLakeUCC/
Instagram: @avonlakeucc
Watch weekly services on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/avonlakeucc
Like Waypoint Youth Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonlakeuccyouth/
Instagram: @waypointym
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Welcome to ALUCC Fellowship Hall, a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. In each episode, we'll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our fellow members.
Our guest today is director of music ministries, Scott Ewing. Get ready to learn more about the “man behind the music” at ALUCC—how he got started in music (a passion and a career), how he approaches each season and service when developing the soundtrack, why he feels blessed to work with so many talented musicians in the congregation and local community, the role of church music over time and why he feels called to a role in music ministry. Scott also shares a bit about why piano is the form of expression he feels most connected to and what instruments he’d like to learn to play. He talks about traditional and contemporary church music and how they both play a role in worship and why he includes so many different genres in his Sunday setlists. And that just scratches the surface of what you can expect this episode …
As a bonus, here are some links to classical music pieces that will no doubt expand your horizons and help to illustrate Scott’s mission of blazing trails to new musical appreciation. As he says, “Classical music is SO much more than ‘The Four Seasons!’”
'The Beech Tree' from 'Plan and Elevation', Caroline Shaw: https://youtu.be/Ttkl0h6PQog?si=iLzWMC1iAMDUWv0d
'Lollapalooza', John Adams: https://youtu.be/LbNu5BikuYo?si=eauNHRayMg9dFksC
'Sure on This Shining Night', Morten Lauridsen: https://youtu.be/JK7lFAoE_3s?si=OYi0YZfc6Ri1v8kT
'Three Irish Legends' for piano, Henry Cowell: https://youtu.be/Y4TQosZe_IM?si=uMWcRYaDEIikR5Dn
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.
Resources:
Learn more about Avon Lake United Church of Christ in Avon Lake, Ohio: https://www.avonlakeucc.org/
Follow ALUCC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonLakeUCC/
Instagram: @avonlakeucc
Watch weekly services on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/avonlakeucc
Like Waypoint Youth Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonlakeuccyouth/
Instagram: @waypointym
Follow ALUCC Kids on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199223630209636
Saturday Jul 27, 2024
Saturday Jul 27, 2024
Welcome to ALUCC Fellowship Hall, a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. In each episode, we'll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our fellow members.
This episode, we have two guests, Janice Bell and Candy General and the reason they’re on the podcast together is because they’re co-leaders of our Mission Team and work together in this important committee role. Throughout this episode, we’ll get to know them better, hear about their passion for missions, as well as how and why our church supports organizations doing amazing work in our community and beyond. ALUCC’s commitment to missions is one of our congregation’s strengths but when you learn what goes into this church function and more about some of the mission partners, you’ll have an even greater appreciation for all the team and members of our congregation do to serve.
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.
Resources:
Learn more about Avon Lake United Church of Christ in Avon Lake, Ohio: https://www.avonlakeucc.org/
Follow ALUCC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonLakeUCC/
Instagram: @avonlakeucc
Watch weekly services on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/avonlakeucc
Like Waypoint Youth Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonlakeuccyouth/
Instagram: @waypointym
Follow ALUCC Kids on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199223630209636
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Welcome to ALUCC Fellowship Hall, a podcast where we gather to share a tapestry of stories that weave through the congregation of Avon Lake United Church of Christ. In each episode, we'll journey together through the diverse experiences, fun stories and journeys of church leaders and our fellow members.
This episode is different than the first three but fits perfectly into the mission of Fellowship Hall. One of ALUCC’s strengths is youth ministries and programs for young people. Every summer, a huge group from our church dedicates a week (or more) from their summer to travel miles away for the Senior High Service Trip, something the church has been supporting for decades.
This year (Summer 2024), a group of almost 100 students and adult leaders journeyed from Avon Lake 1000 miles south to Biloxi Mississippi to serve with a 100-year old organization called Back Bay Mission to work on projects ranging from siding and framing homes to serving meals at a day shelter and helping out with projects in and around Back Bay’s facilities. We’re going to hear from folks on the trip, recorded on the trip by podcast executive producer and senior high youth group volunteer leader Jasin Kessler.
The folks you’re about to hear pulled two random questions and answered them on the spot—with no preparation! The first question was directly related to the service trip and the second was a bit less formal.
Make sure you listen all the way to the end because mixed in with the Q&As is some more information about Back Bay Mission. This organization has done (and continues to do) amazing work on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi with the goals of strengthening neighborhoods, seeking justice, and transforming lives.
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.
Resources:
Learn more about Avon Lake United Church of Christ in Avon Lake, Ohio: https://www.avonlakeucc.org/
Follow ALUCC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonLakeUCC/
Instagram: @avonlakeucc
Watch weekly services on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/avonlakeucc
Like Waypoint Youth Ministries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonlakeuccyouth/
Instagram: @waypointym
Follow ALUCC Kids on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1199223630209636