May 27, 2010
Life@Morningside - May 30, 2010
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, THIS MORNING'S CALL TO WORSHIP, CALVIN COURT, NEW MEMBER SUNDAY-NEXT WEEK, LUNCH & LEARN, MEMORIAL DAY, MEN'S RETREAT, BISHOP WILLIAM WILLIMON AT MORNINGSIDE ON JUNE 13, SUMMER DISCUSSION GROUP ON SPIRITUALITY, AROUND THE WORLD IN 5 DAYS, CHURCH RETREAT TO MONTREAT, UPCOMING MISSION TRIPS, WELCOME BASKETS, 'IT'S NOT ALL ABOUT ME'II, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, WEEKLY CALENDAR
Life@Morningside
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Sunday, May 30, 2010
Rev. Christopher Henry preaching
"Does Theology Matter?"
Texts: Deuteronomy 6:1-9; Romans 10:14-17
________________________________________________________________________
THIS MORNING'S CALL TO WORSHIP
The Call to Worship this morning is selected verses of Isaiah 52. You will note that Paul quotes from Isaiah in the Romans text which will be read today. Isaiah's poem (often used in Advent) speaks of the coming of the Messiah. Even the feet of the messenger are wonderful for a people in exile because the message is about the "good news" (gospel) promised to Abraham and to his heirs. In baptism we are made "heirs of the promise."
CALVIN COURT
Our annual collection of goods for the Presbyterian Senior Community of Calvin Court continues through today. Thank you for your generous support.
NEW MEMBER SUNDAY - NEXT WEEK
If you have thought about joining Morningside Church, next Sunday is a great time to do it! Plan to come to the Inquirers' Class next Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in the Session Room (Room 103). 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.
LUNCH & LEARN
Next Sunday, after worship, Rev. Chris Henry will lead a discussion during lunch on what it means to be a Presbyterian and how to get involved at MPC. New members and visitors are welcome at this lunch 12:15-1:30 in Room 107. RSVP to Deacon Betsy Holland at betsy.holland@turner.com by this Tuesday, June 1 so that lunch and childcare arrangements can be made.
MEMORIAL DAY
The church offices will be closed Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day.
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 this Friday, June 4.
BISHOP WILLIAM WILLIMON AT MORNINGSIDE ON JUNE 13
Mark your calendars now for Sunday, June 13 when our guest preacher will be the Reverend Dr. William Willimon, United Methodist Bishop of the North Alabama Conference. Bishop Willimon was for twenty years Dean of the Chapel and Professor of Christianity Ministry at Duke University. He is author of sixty books and has been awarded honorary degrees from twelve colleges and universities. Willimon is a renowned preacher, teacher, author, and church leader who has preached and taught all over the world, and we look forward to welcoming him to Morningside. Following worship, Bishop Willimon will lead a Sunday Forum in the fellowship hall on the state of mainline Protestant churches in the 21st Century. Childcare available. Make plans to be here on June 13!
SUMMER DISCUSSION GROUP ON SPIRITUALITY
Beginning Monday, June 14 at 7 p.m. at Morningside Presbyterian Church, Katie Davis will lead a small group on Christian Spirituality that will meet every other week this summer. The group will base its discussion on a book by Joan Chittister, a renowned leader on spiritual formation. Copies of the book will be available at the church. Call the church office (404.876.7396) to reserve a place.
AROUND THE WORLD IN 5 DAYS
Sign up today for Vacation Bible School, June 21-25, 8:45 a.m.-12 noon for children 4 years old through 5th grade. Registration form on MPC website. See the donation board across from Room 103 with items that are needed for the week. Contact Melinda Sandkam if you would be able to lead a one day activity on Wed. or assist with a four year old class 1-5 days.
CHURCH RETREAT TO MONTREAT
The dates have been set for our second annual fall retreat to Montreat, North Carolina. Mark your calendars now for the November 19-21 return to the wonderful William Black Lodge. Details and registration forms will be available in June - including the name of our speaker.
UPCOMING MISSION TRIPS
As Presbyterian Disaster Assistance begins its flood recovery work in Nashville, Morningside is in conversation with them regarding a date to help with these efforts. Watch for more details. MPC has also made plans to go to Haiti October 9-15 to work with St. Joseph’s Home for Boys. Contact Duncan Spears if you are interested in the PDA trip to Tennessee and Brad Odom regarding information on Haiti trip. There will be a lunch meeting after worship on Sunday, June 27 for those going to Haiti.
WELCOME BASKETS
Each man that moves out of Clifton Sanctuary Ministries into his own home is given a Welcome Basket filled with essential household items for his pantry. Help us provide these housewarming gifts by providing requested items in the month of June. See display in Welcome Center and the website for items needed and return them by the Fourth of July!
‘IT’S NOT ALL ABOUT ME’ II
Mission Camp returns July 26-31 for completed 2nd-6th graders. Be sure to register by June 6 deadline for $100 fee. Contact Melinda Sandkam for scholarship information. We need chaperones Monday-Thursday. Do you have one day to give to this great endeavor? And, we are seeking large tents to borrow for Friday night sleepover at Noah’s Ark Animal Rescue Center.
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 James, the next in our book-by-book study of the New Testament. The Morningside Bible Class meets each Sunday at 9:45am in Room 201.
Children’s Classes
Today the preschool classes hear the story of how God provided manna in the desert for the children of Israel. The K-2nd grade class learns about the growth of a community of believers as people shared the good news about Jesus. The 3rd-6th graders attend worship.
SUNDAY, MAY 30
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
MONDAY, MAY 31
Church offices closed in observance of Memorial Day
TUESDAY, JUNE 1
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Mandolin Society; MLPA Zoning
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2
7:30 p.m. Venture Crew
THURSDAY, JUNE 3
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Public Safety
FRIDAY, JUNE 4
5:30 p.m. Cushen/Clarke Rehearsal
SATURDAY, JUNE 5
8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers
5:30 p.m. Cushen/Clarke Wedding
SUNDAY, JUNE 6
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
9:45 a.m. Inquirers Class
10:40 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship with Communion
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Deacon’s Meeting; Lunch & Learn
4 p.m. PNC Meeting
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, THIS MORNING'S CALL TO WORSHIP, CALVIN COURT, NEW MEMBER SUNDAY-NEXT WEEK, LUNCH & LEARN, MEMORIAL DAY, MEN'S RETREAT, BISHOP WILLIAM WILLIMON AT MORNINGSIDE ON JUNE 13, SUMMER DISCUSSION GROUP ON SPIRITUALITY, AROUND THE WORLD IN 5 DAYS, CHURCH RETREAT TO MONTREAT, UPCOMING MISSION TRIPS, WELCOME BASKETS, 'IT'S NOT ALL ABOUT ME'II, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, WEEKLY CALENDAR
Life@Morningside
________________________________________________________________________
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Rev. Christopher Henry preaching
"Does Theology Matter?"
Texts: Deuteronomy 6:1-9; Romans 10:14-17
________________________________________________________________________
THIS MORNING'S CALL TO WORSHIP
The Call to Worship this morning is selected verses of Isaiah 52. You will note that Paul quotes from Isaiah in the Romans text which will be read today. Isaiah's poem (often used in Advent) speaks of the coming of the Messiah. Even the feet of the messenger are wonderful for a people in exile because the message is about the "good news" (gospel) promised to Abraham and to his heirs. In baptism we are made "heirs of the promise."
CALVIN COURT
Our annual collection of goods for the Presbyterian Senior Community of Calvin Court continues through today. Thank you for your generous support.
NEW MEMBER SUNDAY - NEXT WEEK
If you have thought about joining Morningside Church, next Sunday is a great time to do it! Plan to come to the Inquirers' Class next Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in the Session Room (Room 103). 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.
LUNCH & LEARN
Next Sunday, after worship, Rev. Chris Henry will lead a discussion during lunch on what it means to be a Presbyterian and how to get involved at MPC. New members and visitors are welcome at this lunch 12:15-1:30 in Room 107. RSVP to Deacon Betsy Holland at betsy.holland@turner.com by this Tuesday, June 1 so that lunch and childcare arrangements can be made.
MEMORIAL DAY
The church offices will be closed Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day.
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 this Friday, June 4.
BISHOP WILLIAM WILLIMON AT MORNINGSIDE ON JUNE 13
Mark your calendars now for Sunday, June 13 when our guest preacher will be the Reverend Dr. William Willimon, United Methodist Bishop of the North Alabama Conference. Bishop Willimon was for twenty years Dean of the Chapel and Professor of Christianity Ministry at Duke University. He is author of sixty books and has been awarded honorary degrees from twelve colleges and universities. Willimon is a renowned preacher, teacher, author, and church leader who has preached and taught all over the world, and we look forward to welcoming him to Morningside. Following worship, Bishop Willimon will lead a Sunday Forum in the fellowship hall on the state of mainline Protestant churches in the 21st Century. Childcare available. Make plans to be here on June 13!
SUMMER DISCUSSION GROUP ON SPIRITUALITY
Beginning Monday, June 14 at 7 p.m. at Morningside Presbyterian Church, Katie Davis will lead a small group on Christian Spirituality that will meet every other week this summer. The group will base its discussion on a book by Joan Chittister, a renowned leader on spiritual formation. Copies of the book will be available at the church. Call the church office (404.876.7396) to reserve a place.
AROUND THE WORLD IN 5 DAYS
Sign up today for Vacation Bible School, June 21-25, 8:45 a.m.-12 noon for children 4 years old through 5th grade. Registration form on MPC website. See the donation board across from Room 103 with items that are needed for the week. Contact Melinda Sandkam if you would be able to lead a one day activity on Wed. or assist with a four year old class 1-5 days.
CHURCH RETREAT TO MONTREAT
The dates have been set for our second annual fall retreat to Montreat, North Carolina. Mark your calendars now for the November 19-21 return to the wonderful William Black Lodge. Details and registration forms will be available in June - including the name of our speaker.
UPCOMING MISSION TRIPS
As Presbyterian Disaster Assistance begins its flood recovery work in Nashville, Morningside is in conversation with them regarding a date to help with these efforts. Watch for more details. MPC has also made plans to go to Haiti October 9-15 to work with St. Joseph’s Home for Boys. Contact Duncan Spears if you are interested in the PDA trip to Tennessee and Brad Odom regarding information on Haiti trip. There will be a lunch meeting after worship on Sunday, June 27 for those going to Haiti.
WELCOME BASKETS
Each man that moves out of Clifton Sanctuary Ministries into his own home is given a Welcome Basket filled with essential household items for his pantry. Help us provide these housewarming gifts by providing requested items in the month of June. See display in Welcome Center and the website for items needed and return them by the Fourth of July!
‘IT’S NOT ALL ABOUT ME’ II
Mission Camp returns July 26-31 for completed 2nd-6th graders. Be sure to register by June 6 deadline for $100 fee. Contact Melinda Sandkam for scholarship information. We need chaperones Monday-Thursday. Do you have one day to give to this great endeavor? And, we are seeking large tents to borrow for Friday night sleepover at Noah’s Ark Animal Rescue Center.
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 James, the next in our book-by-book study of the New Testament. The Morningside Bible Class meets each Sunday at 9:45am in Room 201.
Children’s Classes
Today the preschool classes hear the story of how God provided manna in the desert for the children of Israel. The K-2nd grade class learns about the growth of a community of believers as people shared the good news about Jesus. The 3rd-6th graders attend worship.
SUNDAY, MAY 30
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
MONDAY, MAY 31
Church offices closed in observance of Memorial Day
TUESDAY, JUNE 1
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Mandolin Society; MLPA Zoning
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2
7:30 p.m. Venture Crew
THURSDAY, JUNE 3
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Public Safety
FRIDAY, JUNE 4
5:30 p.m. Cushen/Clarke Rehearsal
SATURDAY, JUNE 5
8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers
5:30 p.m. Cushen/Clarke Wedding
SUNDAY, JUNE 6
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
9:45 a.m. Inquirers Class
10:40 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship with Communion
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Deacon’s Meeting; Lunch & Learn
4 p.m. PNC Meeting
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