WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY, MISSION TRIP SHOWCASE, TOM EVANS PREACHING NEXT SUNDAY, CONGREGATIONAL LUNCH, CALVIN COURT, MISSION COOKBOOKS, JOIN MPP FAMILIES AND FRIENDS AT EL TACO, ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON, PASTOR ON CALL, HABITAT IN THE HOME STRETCH, CLIFTON SANCTUARY MINISTRIES, HARMONY: INTERNATIONAL YOUTH CHORUS AT MPC, MEETINGS, MENTAL HEALTH MONTH, SUMMER AT MORNINGSIDE, NEW MEMBER SUNDAY-JUNE 6, MEN'S RETREAT, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, WEEKLY CALENDAR

Life@Morningside

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Sunday, May 16, 2010

Christopher Henry preaching

"Don't Go to Church!"

Texts: Jeremiah 29:4-7, 10-14; Acts 1:6-14

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FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY

The flowers in the sanctuary are given by Pat and Jim Antenucci in celebration of our Morningside Church family’s children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

MISSION TRIP SHOWCASE

The attendees for Spring Mission Trip to DC will share their experiences with different programs and will also have information available about similar programs right here in Atlanta.  This showcase will take place during Fellowship Hour today after worship.

TOM EVANS PREACHING NEXT SUNDAY

Next Sunday we will welcome as our distinguished guest preacher the Reverend Dr. Thomas Evans, Executive Presbyter of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta. Tom came to Atlanta from Birmingham, Alabama, where he served as Executive Presbyter of the Presbytery of Sheppards and Lapsley. Prior to that, he served churches in Idaho Falls, Idaho; Magnolia, Arkansas; and Buffalo, New York. Tom is a gifted preacher and leader, and we are fortunate to welcome him as our preacher on Pentecost Sunday!

CONGREGATIONAL LUNCH

Be sure to RSVP for lunch in Fellowship Hall on Pentecost Sunday, May 23 after worship.  Don’t miss an opportunity to meet our new Executive Presbyter Tom Evans while enjoying a delicious meal.  Suggested donation is $10 adults, $5 children.  Place your RSVP in the offering plate today or contact the church office this week. Volunteers are needed. If you can help, please contact Brad Odom at jbradleyodom@gmail.com.

CALVIN COURT

Our annual collection of goods for the Presbyterian Senior Community of Calvin Court continues through May. Requested items are canned vegetables and meats, toiletries and paper products. Please see specific lists on our website or on the donation baskets display in the Welcome Center.

MISSION COOKBOOKS

Support the outreach work of MPC with the purchase of a MPC cookbook for $10. The children have bought dishtowel “wrappings” with their offering and will sell them before and after worship through next Sunday. They make a great gift for Father’s Day, a new home or a hostess gift. 

JOIN MPP FAMILIES AND FRIENDS AT EL TACO

This Tuesday, May 18, our generous friends at Fifth Group Restaurants will donate 20% of the night’s proceeds to Morningside’s Preschool! Bring your family for some simple and fresh Mexican food. Dinner is served 5-10 p.m., 1186 N. Highland Avenue.

ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON

Our One Gray Hair Luncheon will be this Wednesday, May 19 at 12 noon in Fellowship Hall. Tai Chi instructor Bob Wells will share stories from his travels to China. RSVP to Sarah Brownlee at rsbrownlee1046@att.net.

PASTOR ON CALL

From Thursday, May 20 to Wednesday, May 26, Chris Henry will be on vacation in New York City. If a pastoral need arises during that time, Rev. Mary Miller Brueggemann is pastor on call. You can reach Mary  at 404.327.9159, mmbruegg9@gmail.com, or by calling the church office. 

HABITAT IN THE HOME STRETCH

We have one more week to go with our Habitat build! Please consider volunteering for the remaining build or providing lunch on May 22. Saturday’s activities will include the ever popular landscaping task and a joyful home dedication for Kimberly Crane and her family. Contact Lynsley Tyler (lynsley@bellsouth.net) for more details.

CLIFTON SANCTUARY MINISTRIES

Next Saturday, May 22, MPC will serve a Hot Dog dinner for the 30 men at Clifton at 5:30 p.m. If you would like to help serve or can prepare one of the dinner items, please sign up at the Clifton table today during fellowship. You may also contact Tony Fishpaw at 404.597.5485 or tonyfishpaw@me.com.

HARMONY: INTERNATIONAL YOUTH CHORUS AT MPC

Atlanta's International Youth Chorus invites all members and friends of Morningside Church to attend HARMONY'S Alumni Reunion Concert next Sunday, May 23, at 5 p.m. in the MPC sanctuary. This family and child friendly concert features flute, oboe, double bass, piano and percussion as well as some choral movement and signing. 

MEETINGS

A lot of exciting work is going on at MPC, and you are invited to be a part of it. Please note the upcoming meetings and plan to attend if you are currently on these committees or would like to become involved: Sunday, May 23, 4-6 p.m., Children's Education; Tuesday, May 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Community Outreach; Thursday, May 27, 5:30 p.m., Church Retreat Committee.

MENTAL HEALTH MONTH

Last year, we were honored to have Rosalyn Carter here for the Regional Council of Churches meeting. The focus that day was awareness and assistance for those facing mental illness. This brain disorder that affects one in four families requires professional treatment, education and support to achieve recovery. The National Alliance on Mental Illness is America's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI Georgia is your local resource and can be reached at www.namiga.org. Keep those facing mental illness and their caregivers in your prayers and help to share awareness of this serious challenge.

SUMMER AT MORNINGSIDE

- Kids 4 years old through 5th grade are welcome to Vacation Bible School June 21-25, 8:45 a.m.-12 noon. Join in the adventure as we travel 'Around the World in 5 Days' exploring mission at each destination. Cost is $25 which includes a t-shirt. With 30 kids already signed up, we need lots of help!

- In July, children who have completed 2nd-6th grade are welcome to our second annual Mission Camp. We will do outreach with children, seniors, the environment and those facing hunger Monday-Thursday, July 26-29, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. On Friday, July 30, we will meet at 3 p.m. to head to Noah's Ark Animal Rescue Center for an overnight stay. Do you have a large tent to loan us? Cost is $100 if registered by June 6.

- Registration and volunteer forms for VBS and Mission Camp are available on the website and on the bulletin board across from the nursery. Contact Melinda Sandkam with questions including scholarship information.

NEW MEMBER SUNDAY - JUNE 6

If you have thought about joining Morningside Church, June 6 is a great time to do it! Plan to come to the Inquirers' Class that Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in the Session Room. The Session will meet immediately afterward to receive new members. Contact Chris Henry at christopher.andrew.henry@gmail.com or 404.876.7396 to let him know of your interest.

MEN'S RETREAT

Feeling suffocated by city life? Tired of the smog, construction, and traffic? Our third annual Men of Morningside "Saturday Escape to Suches" on June 12 may be just the cure for what ails you! We will meet in the church parking lot that morning, spend the day relaxing with one another in the mountains, enjoy a delicious dinner, and return to Atlanta in the evening. For more information or to RSVP contact Chris Henry by Friday, June 4.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE

The Bible Class - A Journey Through the Word

Next week, Morningside's Bible Class will continue its series entitled, "A Journey Through the Word." Mary Miller Brueggemann will lead the discussion on Philemon, the next in our book-by-book study of the New Testament. The Bible Class meets each Sunday at 9:45am in Room 201.

Faith Development

You are invited to join conveners Katie Davis and Amy DeBaets in the Church Parlor at 9:45 a.m. for a class focusing on personal and communal spiritual growth. Next week's topic is "They Heard Each Other."

Children's Classes

Today, our preschool classes hear the story of Paul's escape on horseback. The elementary classes hear Paul proclaim to the people in Philippi that Jesus is Lord.

SUNDAY, MAY 16

9:30 a.m.   Coffee & Conversation

9:45 a.m.   Church School

11 a.m.      Worship

12 noon      Fellowship

1 p.m.        RHO Readers

2 p.m.        Harmony Rehearsal

4 p.m.        PNC Meeting

MONDAY, MAY 17

7 p.m.        Session; Mandolin Society

TUESDAY, MAY 18

6:30 p.m.   Weight Watchers

WEDNESDAY, MAY 19

12 noon      One Gray Hair Luncheon

7 p.m.        Tai Chi; Small Group Bible Study

7:30 p.m.   Chancel Choir; Venture Crew

THURSDAY, MAY 20

6:30 p.m.   Prayer Group

7 p.m.        Handbell Choir

FRIDAY, MAY 21

11 a.m.      MPP Graduation

SATURDAY, MAY 22

Habitat Build

8:15 a.m.   Weight Watchers

6 p.m.        Clifton Sanctuary Ministries

SUNDAY, MAY 23

9:30 a.m.   Coffee & Conversation

9:45 a.m.   Church School

11 a.m.      Worship

12 noon      Congregational Lunch

4 p.m.        PNC Meeting

5 p.m.        Harmony Concert