February 26, 2009
Life@Morningside - March 1, 2009
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP FOR SUNDAY, LENTEN DEVOTIONAL, THEOLOGY ON TAP, WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY, TAI CHI, HUNGER WALK/RUN, HABITAT KICKS OFF, NEWS FROM PRESBYTERY OF GREATER ATLANTA, SAVE THE DATE, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, CALENDAR
Life@Morningside
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WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY
1st Sunday in Lent / Communion / New Member Sunday
Preaching - Joanna Adams
Sermon Series: Lenten Pilgrimage
Sermon I - "Into the Wilderness"
Texts - Psalm 91 - responsive; Mark 1:9-15
Key Verse - And the Spirit immediately drove him out into the wilderness. Mark 1: 12
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SAVE THE DATE!
Our church has reserved the beautiful William Black Lodge in Montreat, North Carolina, for our first and hopefully annual fall retreat! The dates are Friday-Sunday, November 20-22, 2009. Details and costs will soon be forthcoming. Montreat is located on a 4,000 acre area of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has been a Mecca for southern Presbyterians for generations. Kids, adults, and everyone in between are invited. We have already lined up a marvelous retreat leader. There will be ample activity for all ages. What could be better than a beautiful weekend in the mountains with Morningside friends?! (Church will be held on Sunday in the Morningside sanctuary for those who cannot participate in the retreat.)
LENTEN DEVOTIONAL
Lenten Devotionals are available to be picked up today. A very big "Thank You!" to everyone who was willing to design, contribute, or proofread this year's Lenten Devotional.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Men of Morningside, be sure your calendars are marked for Theology on Tap this Tuesday, March 3 at 7 p.m. at the home of Peter Cobb (1150 St. Charles Place NE, 30306). Topic, as we begin the Lenten Season: "Whatever Became of Sin?" The food will be good and the discussion will be lively, make plans to join us! For more information or to RSVP, contact Chris Henry.
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Joanna Adams' First Wednesday Women's Bible Study is this Wednesday, March 4, from 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. This month's study topic: Teachings on Prayer with texts Luke 11:14-12:1; 18:1-14. Come at 9 a.m. for coffee and pastries. Childcare is provided. Women from the community, members, visitors and friends are all welcome. Bring your quarters to buy orange juice and baked goods from the preschool class to support Coins for Clowns.TAI CHI
Tai Chi begins Wednesday, March 4 at 2 pm in Fellowship Hall. If you have ever been curious about this ancient Chinese movement form, come find out! The class will run eight weeks and the cost is $50. It is not necessary to be able to come to every class. We'll catch you up if you have to miss one. Contact Sarah Brownlee at 404 876-3572 or rsbrownlee1046@att.net with questions.
TAI CHI
Tai Chi begins Wednesday, March 4 at 2 pm in Fellowship Hall. If you have ever been curious about this ancient Chinese movement form, come find out! The class will run eight weeks and the cost is $50. It is not necessary to be able to come to every class. We'll catch you up if you have to miss one. Contact Sarah Brownlee at 404 876-3572 or rsbrownlee1046@att.net with questions.
HUNGER WALK/RUN
For over 20 years the Hunger Walk/Run has united Atlantans of all ages to support relief of hunger and poverty. This year we will donate proceeds to Intown Community Assistance, one of Morningside's outreach ministries. Please participate, donate money, or support one of our participants: Miranda Brownlee and Carolyn and Taylor Morton. See information in the Narthex or contact Miranda Brownlee 404.876.3572.
HABITAT KICKS OFF MARCH 28!
Once again, MPC will partner this spring with Haygood UMC, Sacred Heart Catholic, Northwest and First Presbyterian Churches to help a deserving family achieve their dream by building a Habitat for Humanity home. Build dates begin Saturday, March 28 and continue through May 16, although we take a break on Easter weekend. Please signup today on the Mission Bulletin Board to participate by building or assisting with lunch. No previous experience is required. Contact Lynsley Tyler (404.724.0606 or lynsley@bellsouth.net) and Chip Edgerton (edgertons@mindspring.com) for more details.
NEWS FROM PRESBYTERY OF GREATER ATLANTA
At the meeting of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta last Saturday, one of the important votes taken was on Amendment 08-B, which would delete and replace current wording in our denomination's Book of Order that precludes the ordination of gay and lesbian members who are in committed relationships to any office in the church. The amendment passed in our Presbytery by a vote of 243-233. In order for the change to be made in our Book of Order, a majority of the 173 presbyteries across the country must ratify the amendment. Currently, 34 presbyteries have voted in favor the amendment and 45 presbyteries have voted against it. Chris Henry was invited by the Coordinating Council of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta to be one of two speakers to offer brief remarks on Amendment 08-B prior to the debate. Copies of his remarks are available in the narthex.CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
The Bible Class - The Last Week
A Day-by-Day Account of Jesus' Final Week in Jerusalem
Next Sunday, Morningside's Bible Class will continue its Lenten Study on the final days leading to the crucifixion of Jesus through the lens of Mark's Gospel. As we study these well-known scripture passages, we will discuss their meaning for us as we travel our own Lenten Pilgrimage in 2009. Next week, our focus will be on Holy Monday and we will read and study together the story of Jesus driving the merchants and moneychangers out of the Temple, a story that appears in all four gospels. The distinctive elements in each account provide an excellent starting point for our conversation. This class is taught by Associate Pastor Chris Henry and meets at 9:45am in Room 201. Please join us!
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
Sunday, March 1
First Sunday in Lent
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship; Communion; New Member Sunday
12 noon Fellowship
12:30 p.m. Supervised Ministry
Monday, March 2
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
7:30 p.m. Nicotine Anonymous
Tuesday, March 3
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group; Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Theology on Tap; MLPA Zoning
Wednesday, March 4
9:15 a.m. Women's Bible Study
2 p.m. Tai Chi
6:15/6:30 p.m. Children's Choir
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir; Venture Crew
Thursday, March 5
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Public Safety
Friday, March 6
8 a.m. MPP Movement Class
10:30 a.m. MPP
Saturday, March 7
8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers
9:30 a.m. Weight Watchers
Sunday, March 8
Second Sunday in Lent; Daylight Saving Time Begins
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Usher and Greeter Training/Lunch
1 p.m. RHO Readers
6 p.m. Druid Hills Night Shelter Dinner
WORSHIP FOR SUNDAY, LENTEN DEVOTIONAL, THEOLOGY ON TAP, WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY, TAI CHI, HUNGER WALK/RUN, HABITAT KICKS OFF, NEWS FROM PRESBYTERY OF GREATER ATLANTA, SAVE THE DATE, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, CALENDAR
Life@Morningside
__________________________________________________________________________________
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY
1st Sunday in Lent / Communion / New Member Sunday
Preaching - Joanna Adams
Sermon Series: Lenten Pilgrimage
Sermon I - "Into the Wilderness"
Texts - Psalm 91 - responsive; Mark 1:9-15
Key Verse - And the Spirit immediately drove him out into the wilderness. Mark 1: 12
__________________________________________________________________________________
SAVE THE DATE!
Our church has reserved the beautiful William Black Lodge in Montreat, North Carolina, for our first and hopefully annual fall retreat! The dates are Friday-Sunday, November 20-22, 2009. Details and costs will soon be forthcoming. Montreat is located on a 4,000 acre area of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has been a Mecca for southern Presbyterians for generations. Kids, adults, and everyone in between are invited. We have already lined up a marvelous retreat leader. There will be ample activity for all ages. What could be better than a beautiful weekend in the mountains with Morningside friends?! (Church will be held on Sunday in the Morningside sanctuary for those who cannot participate in the retreat.)
LENTEN DEVOTIONAL
Lenten Devotionals are available to be picked up today. A very big "Thank You!" to everyone who was willing to design, contribute, or proofread this year's Lenten Devotional.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Men of Morningside, be sure your calendars are marked for Theology on Tap this Tuesday, March 3 at 7 p.m. at the home of Peter Cobb (1150 St. Charles Place NE, 30306). Topic, as we begin the Lenten Season: "Whatever Became of Sin?" The food will be good and the discussion will be lively, make plans to join us! For more information or to RSVP, contact Chris Henry.
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Joanna Adams' First Wednesday Women's Bible Study is this Wednesday, March 4, from 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. This month's study topic: Teachings on Prayer with texts Luke 11:14-12:1; 18:1-14. Come at 9 a.m. for coffee and pastries. Childcare is provided. Women from the community, members, visitors and friends are all welcome. Bring your quarters to buy orange juice and baked goods from the preschool class to support Coins for Clowns.TAI CHI
Tai Chi begins Wednesday, March 4 at 2 pm in Fellowship Hall. If you have ever been curious about this ancient Chinese movement form, come find out! The class will run eight weeks and the cost is $50. It is not necessary to be able to come to every class. We'll catch you up if you have to miss one. Contact Sarah Brownlee at 404 876-3572 or rsbrownlee1046@att.net with questions.
TAI CHI
Tai Chi begins Wednesday, March 4 at 2 pm in Fellowship Hall. If you have ever been curious about this ancient Chinese movement form, come find out! The class will run eight weeks and the cost is $50. It is not necessary to be able to come to every class. We'll catch you up if you have to miss one. Contact Sarah Brownlee at 404 876-3572 or rsbrownlee1046@att.net with questions.
HUNGER WALK/RUN
For over 20 years the Hunger Walk/Run has united Atlantans of all ages to support relief of hunger and poverty. This year we will donate proceeds to Intown Community Assistance, one of Morningside's outreach ministries. Please participate, donate money, or support one of our participants: Miranda Brownlee and Carolyn and Taylor Morton. See information in the Narthex or contact Miranda Brownlee 404.876.3572.
HABITAT KICKS OFF MARCH 28!
Once again, MPC will partner this spring with Haygood UMC, Sacred Heart Catholic, Northwest and First Presbyterian Churches to help a deserving family achieve their dream by building a Habitat for Humanity home. Build dates begin Saturday, March 28 and continue through May 16, although we take a break on Easter weekend. Please signup today on the Mission Bulletin Board to participate by building or assisting with lunch. No previous experience is required. Contact Lynsley Tyler (404.724.0606 or lynsley@bellsouth.net) and Chip Edgerton (edgertons@mindspring.com) for more details.
NEWS FROM PRESBYTERY OF GREATER ATLANTA
At the meeting of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta last Saturday, one of the important votes taken was on Amendment 08-B, which would delete and replace current wording in our denomination's Book of Order that precludes the ordination of gay and lesbian members who are in committed relationships to any office in the church. The amendment passed in our Presbytery by a vote of 243-233. In order for the change to be made in our Book of Order, a majority of the 173 presbyteries across the country must ratify the amendment. Currently, 34 presbyteries have voted in favor the amendment and 45 presbyteries have voted against it. Chris Henry was invited by the Coordinating Council of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta to be one of two speakers to offer brief remarks on Amendment 08-B prior to the debate. Copies of his remarks are available in the narthex.CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
The Bible Class - The Last Week
A Day-by-Day Account of Jesus' Final Week in Jerusalem
Next Sunday, Morningside's Bible Class will continue its Lenten Study on the final days leading to the crucifixion of Jesus through the lens of Mark's Gospel. As we study these well-known scripture passages, we will discuss their meaning for us as we travel our own Lenten Pilgrimage in 2009. Next week, our focus will be on Holy Monday and we will read and study together the story of Jesus driving the merchants and moneychangers out of the Temple, a story that appears in all four gospels. The distinctive elements in each account provide an excellent starting point for our conversation. This class is taught by Associate Pastor Chris Henry and meets at 9:45am in Room 201. Please join us!
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
Sunday, March 1
First Sunday in Lent
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship; Communion; New Member Sunday
12 noon Fellowship
12:30 p.m. Supervised Ministry
Monday, March 2
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
7:30 p.m. Nicotine Anonymous
Tuesday, March 3
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group; Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Theology on Tap; MLPA Zoning
Wednesday, March 4
9:15 a.m. Women's Bible Study
2 p.m. Tai Chi
6:15/6:30 p.m. Children's Choir
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir; Venture Crew
Thursday, March 5
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Public Safety
Friday, March 6
8 a.m. MPP Movement Class
10:30 a.m. MPP
Saturday, March 7
8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers
9:30 a.m. Weight Watchers
Sunday, March 8
Second Sunday in Lent; Daylight Saving Time Begins
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Usher and Greeter Training/Lunch
1 p.m. RHO Readers
6 p.m. Druid Hills Night Shelter Dinner
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