August 26, 2010
Life@Morningside - August 29, 2010
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY, TODAY'S ANTHEM, GOODBYE TO MS. ALICIA, CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION, PASTOR ON CALL, MORNINGSIDE CHILDREN'S CHOIRS, LEAPS AND BOUNDS, DARE TO BE A DANIEL?, LYDIA CIRCLE, CONGREGATIONAL LUNCH, CHURCH DIRECTORY, THEOLOGY ON TAP: SEASON FOUR, HOMES, CONGRATULATIONS TO, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
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Sunday, August 29, 2010
Christopher Henry preaching
Burning Questions for 21st Century Christians
Sermon III: "Whose Side is God On? A Theology of Politics"
Texts: Galatians 5:13-15; Matthew 22:15-22
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FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY
The flowers are given by Linda and Art Sweum in celebration of their 50th Wedding Anniversary.
TODAY’S ANTHEM
During a residency at Holden Village, a retreat center in the state of Washington, composer Marty Haugen wrote You Are Salt for the Earth to be used as a “processional song” for outdoor worship. The lectionary readings of their worship focused on Jesus’ teaching about the “reign of God,” providing the basis for the text.
GOODBYE TO MS. ALICIA
Join us in extending our thanks and best wishes to Alicia Wilson who completes her year with us today. In working with our children on Sunday mornings for the past year and providing vital support for children’s programs including VBS and Mission Camp, Alicia has been a true blessing to our community. We wish her all the best as she begins her CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) with Emory this week.
CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION
After worship today, we will have a chance to share further thoughts on the sermon topic in the Fellowship Hall. Questions and comments from you, the congregation, will be the focus. A light lunch will be available prior to the conversation. Childcare provided in Room 105.
PASTOR ON CALL
This week, Chris Henry will be on vacation. 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.
MORNINGSIDE CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
The Children's Choirs are ready to go! Treble Choir has its first rehearsal and parents meeting this Wednesday, September 1 at 6:30 p.m., and Cherub Choir has its first rehearsal and parents meeting on September 8 at 6 p.m. For more information, contact Tamara Nix at 404.805.8955.
LEAPS AND BOUNDS
The Environmental Action Committee of MPC supports the Earth Covenant Ministry in sponsoring the Atlanta premiere performance of “Leaps and Bounds.” Please consider joining us for an evening of adventure at this one woman show, developed and performed by Tevyn East. Tevyn’s profound and moving presentation uses art to inspire the Christian church to be a prophetic witness. The show will be Tuesday, September 7 at 7 p.m. at Agnes Scott College. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12 and students with id. For more information, contact Sarah Tomaka, chair of MPC’s Environmental Action Committee at 404.874.3770 or sarah.tomaka@gmail.com.
DARE TO BE A DANIEL?
Please join us on Wednesday, September 8 at 7 p.m. when the small group Bible study, part of our adult education ministry, will look at the book of Daniel and how it impacts us in today’s world. The group meets in members’ homes bi-weekly, and Tony Fishpaw will host in September. For more information, contact Link Marx at fmarx25@yahoo.com or 404.323.9174.
LYDIA CIRCLE
Lydia Circle will meet Thursday, September 9 from 7-9 p.m. For more information contact Tara Parrish at taraparrish@bellsouth.net.
CONGREGATIONAL LUNCH
Our next Congregational Lunch will be on Sunday, September 12 in Fellowship Hall following worship. Reservations are requested. You may RSVP by reservation card in the offering plate today or by contacting the church office this week. Volunteers are also needed. If you can help, please contact Brad Odom at jbradleyodom@gmail.com.
CHURCH DIRECTORY
We are making final plans to take pictures for our very own digital church directory on Sept. 12, 19 and 26. Sign up for your five minute appointment after worship on the bulletin board next to the Session Room or by emailing the church office.
THEOLOGY ON TAP: SEASON FOUR
Men of Morningside, be sure your calendars are marked for the kickoff of Theology on Tap’s fourth season! The first gathering of the fall is set for Tuesday, September 14 at 7 p.m. We will gather at the home of Van Crisco (466 Seminole Avenue, 30307). Topic: “Personal Transformation and the God You Understand: Lessons Learned from Addiction and Recovery” with special guest Richard LaMadeleine, who is a retired Catholic priest and Director of Spiritual Counseling at Talbott Recovery Campus and Anchor Hospital in Atlanta. The food will be good and the conversation will be helpful and engaging, make plans to be there! RSVP to Chris Henry by Sunday, September 12.
HOMES (Home Owner Maintenance & Enhancement for Seniors)
We all know someone who is elderly and still living in his/her own home but has trouble with simple maintenance and yard work. This is our opportunity to help. We are signed up with HOMES to work Saturday, September 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All tools will be provided and all skill levels accepted. All we need are volunteers to help on this date. There is a sign up sheet on the mission bulletin board in the hallway at church or you can call Lloyd Prince (404.840.2710) or Jack Klotz (678.428.6255) with questions and/or confirmation.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
Liz and Larry Sommerfeld on the birth of their daughter Sarah Beth on August 23 (siblings are Daniel and Charlotte).
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Bible Class - A Solitary Many: The Conflicted Life of King David
Next Sunday, September 5, the Morningside Bible Class will continue its series on one of the most well-known and complex figures of the Old Testament, King David. Jim Martin will lead a study of 1 Samuel 26:1-23, an intriguing passage contrasting David and the former king, Saul. The class meets at 9:45 a.m. in Room 201, and all are welcome.
Faith and Issues Class - Adults and Children Sharing Faith
Throughout September, the Faith and Issues class will welcome as guest teacher Dr. Kathy Dawson, Associate Professor of Christian Education at Columbia Theological Seminary. Dr. Dawson will share helpful insights for all adults on how children develop and grow in Christian faith. The class meets in the Session Room at 9:45 a.m.
Children’s Classes
Preschool children will engage in hand-on activities about color and light as follow-up for Blue and Green and Purple, Too! K-3rd grade classes will learn the results of their vote for Favorite New Testament Bible Stories. 4th-7th grade classes study the benediction in the “Worship for Life” curriculum.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, AUGUST 29
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School; Inquirers Class
10:40 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship/Continuing the Conversation
2 p.m. Harmony Chorus
4 p.m. PNC Meeting
MONDAY, AUGUST 30
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, AUGUST 31
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7:30 p.m. Venture Crew
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
GIVING UPDATE
Week 8/22 YTD
Needed $13,067 $444,288
Received $11,522 $413,546
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY, TODAY'S ANTHEM, GOODBYE TO MS. ALICIA, CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION, PASTOR ON CALL, MORNINGSIDE CHILDREN'S CHOIRS, LEAPS AND BOUNDS, DARE TO BE A DANIEL?, LYDIA CIRCLE, CONGREGATIONAL LUNCH, CHURCH DIRECTORY, THEOLOGY ON TAP: SEASON FOUR, HOMES, CONGRATULATIONS TO, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
________________________________________________________________________
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Christopher Henry preaching
Burning Questions for 21st Century Christians
Sermon III: "Whose Side is God On? A Theology of Politics"
Texts: Galatians 5:13-15; Matthew 22:15-22
________________________________________________________________________
FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY
The flowers are given by Linda and Art Sweum in celebration of their 50th Wedding Anniversary.
TODAY’S ANTHEM
During a residency at Holden Village, a retreat center in the state of Washington, composer Marty Haugen wrote You Are Salt for the Earth to be used as a “processional song” for outdoor worship. The lectionary readings of their worship focused on Jesus’ teaching about the “reign of God,” providing the basis for the text.
GOODBYE TO MS. ALICIA
Join us in extending our thanks and best wishes to Alicia Wilson who completes her year with us today. In working with our children on Sunday mornings for the past year and providing vital support for children’s programs including VBS and Mission Camp, Alicia has been a true blessing to our community. We wish her all the best as she begins her CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) with Emory this week.
CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION
After worship today, we will have a chance to share further thoughts on the sermon topic in the Fellowship Hall. Questions and comments from you, the congregation, will be the focus. A light lunch will be available prior to the conversation. Childcare provided in Room 105.
PASTOR ON CALL
This week, Chris Henry will be on vacation. 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.
MORNINGSIDE CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
The Children's Choirs are ready to go! Treble Choir has its first rehearsal and parents meeting this Wednesday, September 1 at 6:30 p.m., and Cherub Choir has its first rehearsal and parents meeting on September 8 at 6 p.m. For more information, contact Tamara Nix at 404.805.8955.
LEAPS AND BOUNDS
The Environmental Action Committee of MPC supports the Earth Covenant Ministry in sponsoring the Atlanta premiere performance of “Leaps and Bounds.” Please consider joining us for an evening of adventure at this one woman show, developed and performed by Tevyn East. Tevyn’s profound and moving presentation uses art to inspire the Christian church to be a prophetic witness. The show will be Tuesday, September 7 at 7 p.m. at Agnes Scott College. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12 and students with id. For more information, contact Sarah Tomaka, chair of MPC’s Environmental Action Committee at 404.874.3770 or sarah.tomaka@gmail.com.
DARE TO BE A DANIEL?
Please join us on Wednesday, September 8 at 7 p.m. when the small group Bible study, part of our adult education ministry, will look at the book of Daniel and how it impacts us in today’s world. The group meets in members’ homes bi-weekly, and Tony Fishpaw will host in September. For more information, contact Link Marx at fmarx25@yahoo.com or 404.323.9174.
LYDIA CIRCLE
Lydia Circle will meet Thursday, September 9 from 7-9 p.m. For more information contact Tara Parrish at taraparrish@bellsouth.net.
CONGREGATIONAL LUNCH
Our next Congregational Lunch will be on Sunday, September 12 in Fellowship Hall following worship. Reservations are requested. You may RSVP by reservation card in the offering plate today or by contacting the church office this week. Volunteers are also needed. If you can help, please contact Brad Odom at jbradleyodom@gmail.com.
CHURCH DIRECTORY
We are making final plans to take pictures for our very own digital church directory on Sept. 12, 19 and 26. Sign up for your five minute appointment after worship on the bulletin board next to the Session Room or by emailing the church office.
THEOLOGY ON TAP: SEASON FOUR
Men of Morningside, be sure your calendars are marked for the kickoff of Theology on Tap’s fourth season! The first gathering of the fall is set for Tuesday, September 14 at 7 p.m. We will gather at the home of Van Crisco (466 Seminole Avenue, 30307). Topic: “Personal Transformation and the God You Understand: Lessons Learned from Addiction and Recovery” with special guest Richard LaMadeleine, who is a retired Catholic priest and Director of Spiritual Counseling at Talbott Recovery Campus and Anchor Hospital in Atlanta. The food will be good and the conversation will be helpful and engaging, make plans to be there! RSVP to Chris Henry by Sunday, September 12.
HOMES (Home Owner Maintenance & Enhancement for Seniors)
We all know someone who is elderly and still living in his/her own home but has trouble with simple maintenance and yard work. This is our opportunity to help. We are signed up with HOMES to work Saturday, September 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All tools will be provided and all skill levels accepted. All we need are volunteers to help on this date. There is a sign up sheet on the mission bulletin board in the hallway at church or you can call Lloyd Prince (404.840.2710) or Jack Klotz (678.428.6255) with questions and/or confirmation.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
Liz and Larry Sommerfeld on the birth of their daughter Sarah Beth on August 23 (siblings are Daniel and Charlotte).
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Bible Class - A Solitary Many: The Conflicted Life of King David
Next Sunday, September 5, the Morningside Bible Class will continue its series on one of the most well-known and complex figures of the Old Testament, King David. Jim Martin will lead a study of 1 Samuel 26:1-23, an intriguing passage contrasting David and the former king, Saul. The class meets at 9:45 a.m. in Room 201, and all are welcome.
Faith and Issues Class - Adults and Children Sharing Faith
Throughout September, the Faith and Issues class will welcome as guest teacher Dr. Kathy Dawson, Associate Professor of Christian Education at Columbia Theological Seminary. Dr. Dawson will share helpful insights for all adults on how children develop and grow in Christian faith. The class meets in the Session Room at 9:45 a.m.
Children’s Classes
Preschool children will engage in hand-on activities about color and light as follow-up for Blue and Green and Purple, Too! K-3rd grade classes will learn the results of their vote for Favorite New Testament Bible Stories. 4th-7th grade classes study the benediction in the “Worship for Life” curriculum.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, AUGUST 29
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School; Inquirers Class
10:40 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship/Continuing the Conversation
2 p.m. Harmony Chorus
4 p.m. PNC Meeting
MONDAY, AUGUST 30
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, AUGUST 31
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7:30 p.m. Venture Crew
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
GIVING UPDATE
Week 8/22 YTD
Needed $13,067 $444,288
Received $11,522 $413,546
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