WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, WELCOME REVEREND THOMAS LONG, ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING, HAITIAN EARTHQUAKE, MPP REGISTRATION, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE, SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY, TAI CHI, BIG FUN FOR ELEMENTARY KIDS, NEW MEMBER SUNDAY-JANUARY 31, WOMEN'S SHELTER, ADULT MISSION TRIP, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, CALENDAR

Life@Morningside

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Sunday, January 17, 2010

Reverend Thomas Long preaching

"The Faith That Looks Forward"

Texts: Psalm 36:5-10; Luke 2:25-38

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WELCOME REVEREND THOMAS LONG

This morning, we welcome as our guest preacher The Rev. Dr. Thomas G. Long, Bandy Professor of Preaching at Candler School of Theology, Emory University, and one of the most popular preachers in the United States today. An ordained Presbyterian minister, Dr. Long is the author of many books in the fields of preaching, worship, and Biblical interpretation including, most recently, "Accompany Them with Singing-The Christian Funeral." Dr. Long is a distinguished scholar, author, teacher, and preacher and we are grateful to welcome him to Morningside.

ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

Following worship on January 31, MPC will convene its annual meeting. Among the items on our agenda are review of the 2010 budget, an update on our A Time of Promise campaign and a report from the Transition Team. We will distribute copies of Morningside’s 2009 annual report at the meeting as well. Please plan to attend this important meeting.

HAITIAN EARTHQUAKE

If you are seeking a way to reach out to those in Haiti facing the devastation of last week’s earthquake, you may designate a check to MPC for the good work that the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance will do in the next months of recovery.

MPP REGISTRATION

Registration for the 2010-2011 school year at Morningside Presbyterian Preschool begins this Tuesday, January 19 for currently enrolled families and the MPC church community. Be sure to contact with Preschool Director Sarah Tomaka for details. Open registration begins on February 1.

WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE

Women’s Roundtable welcomes guest Kate Atwood for the next meeting on Monday, January 25 at 6:30 p.m.  Kate is the founder of “Kate’s Club,” a nonprofit that works with young people who have experienced the death of a loved one.  Women’s Roundtable will meet in the home of Lynn Young at 277 The Prado.  RSVP to Betsy Holland at betsy.holland@turner.com if you plan to attend.

SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY

If you are interested in studying Paul's letter to the Philippians with a small group of Morningside friends, then this is the opportunity for you! We will gather every other Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. for study and conversation, beginning Wednesday, January 27, and continuing through March 24 (five sessions). Contact MPC member Link Marx at 404.323.9174 or fmarx25@yahoo.com for details.

TAI CHI

There will be two Tai Chi practice classes meeting at the church once a week for eight weeks, beginning January 20, 2010.  The morning group will meet Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 a.m.  The evening group will meet Wednesdays 7-8 p.m.  The instructors will be Bob Wells and Doris Williams.  The "tuition" will be $50 for the eight weeks.  To sign up or for more information, contact Barbara Ray, 404.876.7892, barbray@mindspring.com.

BIG FUN FOR ELEMENTARY KIDS

Join the fun on Saturday, January 30, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. as we welcome Paul Humphreys from Camp Calvin, make dinner for men at Clifton and enjoy camp food! Contact Program Director, Melinda Sandkam to let her know that your kids will be coming or to volunteer to help.

NEW MEMBER SUNDAY-JANUARY 31

If you have been thinking about joining Morningside on our next New Member Sunday, plan on coming to the Inquirers' Class January 31 at 9:45 a.m. in the Session Room. The Session will meet immediately afterward to receive new members. Please be in touch with Christopher Henry at christopher.andrew.henry@gmail.com or 404.876.7396 to let him know of your interest.

WOMEN’S SHELTER

MPC needs you to spend one night at Shearith Israel Women’s Shelter, February 8-14. It’s fun and easy—just show up, serve dinner, visit with the guests, and hand out breakfast in the morning. For more information or to volunteer, see the display across from the Session Room or contact Brian Mills at brian.d.mills@gmail.com. We are also accepting $10 gift cards for Valentine’s gifts for the ladies.

ADULT MISSION TRIP

Space is filling up fast for our Spring Mission Trip to our Nation's Capital, Washington DC, March 23-28. See the MISSION bulletin board to reserve your spot and find out more information. Contact Brad Odom at 404.386.3478 or Tony Fishpaw at 404.597.5485 with any questions.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE

The Bible Class—Bible Basics: Getting Into Scripture 

Next Sunday, January 24, Morningside's Bible Class will continue its series entitled, "Bible Basics: Getting into Scripture." This four-week series is designed to give new or inexperienced Bible students some of the basic tools needed to more fully understand how to approach the scriptures of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament. It is also a great refresher course for longtime students of the Bible. If your New Year's resolution is to learn more about your faith, this is the place to start!  The Morningside Bible Class meets each Sunday at 9:45am in Room 201 and is taught by Associate Pastor Christopher Henry.

CHILDREN’S CLASSES

This morning, our 3’s and Pre-K classes learn about the exchange of gifts between Jesus and the woman at the well.  She gave him a drink of cool water, and he gave her the knowledge of the gift of God’s love.  (John 4: 3-30, 39-42)  The elementary classes hear the story of the baptism of Jesus, that through that baptism, Jesus is claimed and blessed by God (Mark 1: 9 – 10).

SUNDAY, JANUARY 17

9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation

9:45 a.m. Church School

11 a.m. Worship/Communion

12 noon Fellowship

2 p.m. Harmony Rehearsal

MONDAY, JANUARY 18

Church Offices closed in observance of

Martin Luther King’s Birthday

7 p.m. Mandolin Society

TUESDAY, JANUARY 19

6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers

7 p.m. Session; Bridge

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20

9:30 a.m. Young Audiences (MPP)

10:30 a.m. Tai Chi

11 a.m. MPP Yoga

6 p.m. Cherub Choir

6:30 p.m. Treble Choir

7 p.m. Tai Chi

7:30 p.m. Venture Crew

THURSDAY, JANUARY 21

6 p.m. Transition Meeting

6:30 p.m. Prayer Group

7 p.m. Handbell Choir

FRIDAY, JANUARY 22

7 p.m. Couples Group

SATURDAY, JANUARY 23

8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers

9 a.m. Macedonian Ministries

6 p.m. Clifton Sanctuary Ministries

SUNDAY, JANUARY 24

9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation

9:45 a.m. Church School

11 a.m. Worship

12 noon Fellowship

12:45 p.m. Congregational Nurture

2 p.m. Harmony Rehearsal