April 30, 2009
Life@Morningside - May 3, 2009
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY, WOMEN'S SHELTER CELEBRATES, COOKBOOKS FOR SALE, SURVIVING THE ECONOMIC CRISIS: A WEEKLY DISCUSSION GROUP, THEOLOGY ON TAP, WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY, MOTHER'S DAY OFFERING TO PRESBYTERIAN HOMES, LYDIA'S CIRCLE, PRESBYTERIAN INVESTOR CIRCLE, HABITAT BUILD CONTINUES, TAI CHI CONTINUES, VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, SIX STAR FAMILIES, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, CALENDAR
Life@Morningside
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Sunday, May 3, 2009
Preaching - The Rev. Joanna Adams
Sermon - "The Hem of His Garment"
Text - Mark 5:21-43
Key Verse - She had heard about Jesus, and came up behind him in the crowd and touched his cloak. Mark 5:27
_________________________________________________________________________
FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY
The flowers today are given in celebration of the MPC Children's Choir and their leaders, Walter Huff and Brittney Jaynes. In addition, the flowers in the narthex are in celebration of Shanon Hall and Nathan Burgess' wedding yesterday in the Morningside sanctuary.
WOMEN'S SHELTER CELEBRATES
Join Shearith Israel at the Synagogue (1180 University Dr.) today at 2 p.m. in a 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Women's Shelter. All volunteers and Morningside members are encouraged to stop by. Our own Reverend Joanna Adams will be the keynote speaker.
COOKBOOKS FOR SALE
Morningside Cooks will be on sale during the Fellowship Hour this Sunday. At only $12 this cookbook makes the perfect gift for Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduation, bridal showers and teacher gifts. And remember, ALL proceeds go to support the Mission Committee.
SURVIVING THE ECONOMIC CRISIS: WEEKLY DISCUSSION GROUP
All Morningside members and friends are invited to this confidential discussion group which will focus on career and financial concerns brought about by the economic downturn. The group will be led by Browning Fergus, who is the President-elect of the Georgia Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Meetings will take place in the pastor's office on Thursday evenings beginning this Thursday, May 7th at 7 p.m. Feel free to email Browning at mbfergus@brookwoodcenter.com for more information on the group.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Men of Morningside, be sure your calendars are marked for Theology on Tap this Tuesday, May 5 at 7 p.m. at the home of Al Adams (136 Westminster Drive NE, 30309). Topic: "What is the Bible?" We will share our perspectives on the importance of scripture, and discuss the wide range of beliefs about the origination and meaning of the Bible. The food will be good and the discussion will be lively, make plans to join us! RSVP to Chris Henry today.
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Joanna Adams' First Wednesday Women's Bible Study is this Wednesday, May 6, from 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. This month's study topic: "The Road Goes On," Luke 24:13-53. Come at 9 a.m. for coffee and pastries. Childcare is provided.
MOTHER'S DAY OFFERING TO PRESBYTERIAN HOMES
Every year, MPC joins over 200 Presbyterian congregations in Georgia in collecting a special offering on Mother's Day to benefit residents of the Presbyterian Homes of Georgia. This ministry has four campuses and spends approximately $2.75 million in benevolent care each year. With our help, Presbyterian Homes provides exceptional services on our behalf to senior adults who have outlived their financial resources. Please consider a special offering on Mother's Day (May 10) to honor a special woman in your life.
YOUNGER MOMS, PROFESSIONAL WOMEN NVITED TO JOIN ‘LYDIA'S CIRCLE'
How fun is this! A new social and service circle for the younger women in our congregation, named for the biblical matriarch Lydia, will meet the second Thursday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m., beginning May 14. Attendees can expect light hors d'oeuvres and a discussion of the best format for future get-togethers. Besides building ties through talking and sharing experiences, members will concentrate on helping children within our community. Carrie Branon hosts the first meeting (786 San Antonio Dr., 30306). RSVP to her at 404 272.5999 or carriebranon@yahoo.com. Refer questions to the organizers: Carrie, Tara Parrish and Blair Weikel.
PRESBYTERIAN INVESTOR CIRCLE
If you are interested in exploring investments and savings through the Presbyterian Investor Circle, please take one of the new Presbyterian Investment and Loan brochures from the kiosk in the narthex.
HABITAT BUILD CONTINUES
MPC is partnering with four other area churches to make affordable homeownership a reality for an Atlanta family. Please consider participating with our remaining builds---Saturdays, May 9 and 16. For more information, contact Lynsley Tyler (Lynsley@bellsouth.net or 404.724.0606).
TAI CHI CONTINUES
Wednesdays at 2 pm in Fellowship Hall, join us for Tai Chi. This will be an 8 week course for only $50.00. Beginners welcome! One participant from the last class credits Tai Chi with preventing a potentially serious fall. Tai Chi has also proven to lower your stress and your blood pressure. Come see what Tai Chi can do for you! For more information email Sarah Brownlee rsbrownlee1046@att.net.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed to fold church bulletins for one to two hours on Friday mornings. If you can do this on a regular basis or substitute on occasion, please call the church office at 404.876.7396 and talk with Ann Benson, x. 20 or Anna Best x. 10.
SIX STAR FAMILIES
There is an immediate need for tutors for our Six Star refugee families. This involves helping two middle school students with homework and adults in English. It's guaranteed to be a rewarding and much appreciated service. Please email Betsy Armstrong at bjarmstrong@bellsouth.net for details.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
The Bible on Economics
Week Two: Scarcity or Abundance? The Providence of God in the Torah
Next Sunday, Morningside's Bible Class will continue its five-week series exploring scriptural themes related to the economy. As we struggle to understand what it means to call ourselves Christian in our time, we turn to the timeless words of the Hebrew scriptures and New Testament. Next week, we explore the theme of God's providence in the first five books of the Bible. Is it true that God "helps those who help themselves?" What lessons can we learn from the wilderness wanderings of our faith ancestors? Join us as we discover streams in the barren desert and abundant feasts in the midst of scarce resources! The Morningside Bible Class is taught by Associate Pastor Chris Henry and meets at 9:45am in Room 201. All are welcome.
SUNDAY, MAY 3
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Children's Cookout; Deacon's Meeting
1 p.m. RHO Readers
MONDAY, MAY 4
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
7:30 p.m. Nicotine Anonymous
TUESDAY, MAY 5
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Theology on Tap
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6
9:15 a.m. Women's Bible Study
2 p.m. Tai Chi
7:30 p.m. Venture Crew
THURSDAY, MAY 7
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir; Economic Discussion Group
7:30 p.m. MLPA
FRIDAY, MAY 8
8 a.m. MPP Movement Class
10:30 a.m. MPP
SATURDAY, MAY 9
8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers
9:30 a.m. Weight Watchers
SUNDAY, MAY 10
Mother's Day
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY, WOMEN'S SHELTER CELEBRATES, COOKBOOKS FOR SALE, SURVIVING THE ECONOMIC CRISIS: A WEEKLY DISCUSSION GROUP, THEOLOGY ON TAP, WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY, MOTHER'S DAY OFFERING TO PRESBYTERIAN HOMES, LYDIA'S CIRCLE, PRESBYTERIAN INVESTOR CIRCLE, HABITAT BUILD CONTINUES, TAI CHI CONTINUES, VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, SIX STAR FAMILIES, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, CALENDAR
Life@Morningside
________________________________________________________________________
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Preaching - The Rev. Joanna Adams
Sermon - "The Hem of His Garment"
Text - Mark 5:21-43
Key Verse - She had heard about Jesus, and came up behind him in the crowd and touched his cloak. Mark 5:27
_________________________________________________________________________
FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY
The flowers today are given in celebration of the MPC Children's Choir and their leaders, Walter Huff and Brittney Jaynes. In addition, the flowers in the narthex are in celebration of Shanon Hall and Nathan Burgess' wedding yesterday in the Morningside sanctuary.
WOMEN'S SHELTER CELEBRATES
Join Shearith Israel at the Synagogue (1180 University Dr.) today at 2 p.m. in a 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Women's Shelter. All volunteers and Morningside members are encouraged to stop by. Our own Reverend Joanna Adams will be the keynote speaker.
COOKBOOKS FOR SALE
Morningside Cooks will be on sale during the Fellowship Hour this Sunday. At only $12 this cookbook makes the perfect gift for Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduation, bridal showers and teacher gifts. And remember, ALL proceeds go to support the Mission Committee.
SURVIVING THE ECONOMIC CRISIS: WEEKLY DISCUSSION GROUP
All Morningside members and friends are invited to this confidential discussion group which will focus on career and financial concerns brought about by the economic downturn. The group will be led by Browning Fergus, who is the President-elect of the Georgia Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Meetings will take place in the pastor's office on Thursday evenings beginning this Thursday, May 7th at 7 p.m. Feel free to email Browning at mbfergus@brookwoodcenter.com for more information on the group.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Men of Morningside, be sure your calendars are marked for Theology on Tap this Tuesday, May 5 at 7 p.m. at the home of Al Adams (136 Westminster Drive NE, 30309). Topic: "What is the Bible?" We will share our perspectives on the importance of scripture, and discuss the wide range of beliefs about the origination and meaning of the Bible. The food will be good and the discussion will be lively, make plans to join us! RSVP to Chris Henry today.
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Joanna Adams' First Wednesday Women's Bible Study is this Wednesday, May 6, from 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. This month's study topic: "The Road Goes On," Luke 24:13-53. Come at 9 a.m. for coffee and pastries. Childcare is provided.
MOTHER'S DAY OFFERING TO PRESBYTERIAN HOMES
Every year, MPC joins over 200 Presbyterian congregations in Georgia in collecting a special offering on Mother's Day to benefit residents of the Presbyterian Homes of Georgia. This ministry has four campuses and spends approximately $2.75 million in benevolent care each year. With our help, Presbyterian Homes provides exceptional services on our behalf to senior adults who have outlived their financial resources. Please consider a special offering on Mother's Day (May 10) to honor a special woman in your life.
YOUNGER MOMS, PROFESSIONAL WOMEN NVITED TO JOIN ‘LYDIA'S CIRCLE'
How fun is this! A new social and service circle for the younger women in our congregation, named for the biblical matriarch Lydia, will meet the second Thursday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m., beginning May 14. Attendees can expect light hors d'oeuvres and a discussion of the best format for future get-togethers. Besides building ties through talking and sharing experiences, members will concentrate on helping children within our community. Carrie Branon hosts the first meeting (786 San Antonio Dr., 30306). RSVP to her at 404 272.5999 or carriebranon@yahoo.com. Refer questions to the organizers: Carrie, Tara Parrish and Blair Weikel.
PRESBYTERIAN INVESTOR CIRCLE
If you are interested in exploring investments and savings through the Presbyterian Investor Circle, please take one of the new Presbyterian Investment and Loan brochures from the kiosk in the narthex.
HABITAT BUILD CONTINUES
MPC is partnering with four other area churches to make affordable homeownership a reality for an Atlanta family. Please consider participating with our remaining builds---Saturdays, May 9 and 16. For more information, contact Lynsley Tyler (Lynsley@bellsouth.net or 404.724.0606).
TAI CHI CONTINUES
Wednesdays at 2 pm in Fellowship Hall, join us for Tai Chi. This will be an 8 week course for only $50.00. Beginners welcome! One participant from the last class credits Tai Chi with preventing a potentially serious fall. Tai Chi has also proven to lower your stress and your blood pressure. Come see what Tai Chi can do for you! For more information email Sarah Brownlee rsbrownlee1046@att.net.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed to fold church bulletins for one to two hours on Friday mornings. If you can do this on a regular basis or substitute on occasion, please call the church office at 404.876.7396 and talk with Ann Benson, x. 20 or Anna Best x. 10.
SIX STAR FAMILIES
There is an immediate need for tutors for our Six Star refugee families. This involves helping two middle school students with homework and adults in English. It's guaranteed to be a rewarding and much appreciated service. Please email Betsy Armstrong at bjarmstrong@bellsouth.net for details.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
The Bible on Economics
Week Two: Scarcity or Abundance? The Providence of God in the Torah
Next Sunday, Morningside's Bible Class will continue its five-week series exploring scriptural themes related to the economy. As we struggle to understand what it means to call ourselves Christian in our time, we turn to the timeless words of the Hebrew scriptures and New Testament. Next week, we explore the theme of God's providence in the first five books of the Bible. Is it true that God "helps those who help themselves?" What lessons can we learn from the wilderness wanderings of our faith ancestors? Join us as we discover streams in the barren desert and abundant feasts in the midst of scarce resources! The Morningside Bible Class is taught by Associate Pastor Chris Henry and meets at 9:45am in Room 201. All are welcome.
SUNDAY, MAY 3
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Children's Cookout; Deacon's Meeting
1 p.m. RHO Readers
MONDAY, MAY 4
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
7:30 p.m. Nicotine Anonymous
TUESDAY, MAY 5
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Theology on Tap
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6
9:15 a.m. Women's Bible Study
2 p.m. Tai Chi
7:30 p.m. Venture Crew
THURSDAY, MAY 7
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir; Economic Discussion Group
7:30 p.m. MLPA
FRIDAY, MAY 8
8 a.m. MPP Movement Class
10:30 a.m. MPP
SATURDAY, MAY 9
8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers
9:30 a.m. Weight Watchers
SUNDAY, MAY 10
Mother's Day
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
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