September 23, 2010
Life@Morningside - September 26, 2010
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY, WELCOME REV. DR. FRED CRADDOCK, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE, MPP PARENTS AND FRIENDS, SEPTEMBER IS FOR SERVICE, TAI CHI, PEACEMAKING OFFERING, OCTOBER 3, CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION, LOVING GOD'S CREATION, THEOLOGY ON TAP, SIX STAR, HELP FILL "SECOND SUITCASE" FOR HAITI PILGRIMAGE, AIDS WALK ATLANTA, MPP JOINS FACEBOOK!, CHURCH RETREAT, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
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Sunday, September 26, 2010
Rev. Dr. Fred Craddock preaching
"The Party"
Texts: Psalm 146; Luke 16:19-31
________________________________________________________________________
FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY
The flowers in the sanctuary are given by Robert and Georgia Marshall in celebration of the marriage of their daughter, Laura Marshall, to Jacob Strong on September 25.
WELCOME REV. DR. FRED CRADDOCK
This morning we welcome as our distinguished guest preacher the Reverend Dr. Fred B. Craddock, Bandy Professor of Preaching and New Testament Emeritus at Candler School of Theology. Dr. Craddock is a world-renowned preacher, author, teacher, scholar, and storyteller who has preached and taught all over the world. We are so fortunate and grateful to welcome him to Morningside Presbyterian Church!
WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE
On Monday, September 27, the Women's Roundtable will meet at the home of Amy Jarratt, 1697 N. Pelham Rd at 6:30 pm. The speaker will be Ruthlyn Newell who will share her journey with ovarian cancer. Ruthlyn will talk about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer including her battle, decision making, and staying positive. She will also speak about the role her faith plays in her life and the important role of Morningside church members. Plan to join us. Email the church at office@Morningsidepc.org or call 404.876.7396 to let us know you are coming.
MPP PARENTS AND FRIENDS
Our generous friends at Fifth Group Restaurants will donate 20% of the night’s proceeds to Morningside Presbyterian Preschool on Tuesday, September 28 from 5:30 to 10 p.m.! Join us at La Tavola where they offer progressive variations on classic Italian dishes. Make your reservations now by calling 404.873.5430, and be sure to let them know you are coming for the Morningside Presbyterian Preschool Dine Out. La Tavola is located at 992 Virginia Avenue NE.
SEPTEMBER IS FOR SERVICE
You can support this project of MPC 7th grader Cameron McIntosh (member of Boy Scouts Troop 455) by donating paper products to Clifton Sanctuary Ministries. Please place paper towels, tissue, and napkins in the bin located in our welcome center through the end of the month.
TAI CHI
Tai Chi instruction and practice resumes at Morningside and will take place on Wednesdays from 2-3 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, beginning Oct. 6. Tuition is $50 for eight weeks. Bob Wells and Doris Williams will be the instructors. For further information, contact Barbara Ray, 404.876.7892, barbray@mindspring.com.
PEACEMAKING OFFERING, OCTOBER 3
As part of World Communion Sunday, Morningside will join efforts with more than 4500 Presbyterian churches to support the Peacemaking Offering. This special offering was created in 1980 to support efforts of the Presbyterian Church to live out a deeper commitment to peacemaking as part of our faithfulness to God. Please consider a gift to this worthy cause on Sunday, October 3.
CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION
After worship next Sunday 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.
LOVING GOD'S CREATION
The 2nd and 3rd grade fall outing will be a trip to Morningside Nature Preserve to pick up litter after worship on Sunday, October 3. Bring a lunch and meet Shavon Starling-Louis in Room 003 for adventure from 12:15 to 2 p.m. Contact Shavon at shavon.starling-louis@students.ctsnet.edu to RSVP and/or to volunteer to chaperone.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Men of Morningside, be sure your calendars are marked for Theology on Tap, next Tuesday, October 5 at 7:00p.m. We will gather at the home of Todd McDonald (835 Rowland Street, Clarkston, 30021). Topic: "Why the Bible?" We'll discuss the purpose and value of scripture in the contemporary church, as well as the diverse ways in which the Bible has been interpreted. The food will be good and the conversation is sure to be lively, make plans to be there! RSVP to Chris Henry by next Sunday, October 3.
SIX STAR
The Six Star Refugee Partnership is going to be sponsoring a new family in October and we are in need of furniture for their new apartment. We need all kinds of things - sofas, bedroom furniture (queen and twin only but no mattresses), table and chairs, lawnmower, etc. If you have anything to donate contact Holly Campbell at hollycampbell1@gmail.com or Betsy Armstrong at jimbetsy30338@yahoo.com.
HELP FILL “SECOND SUITCASE” FOR HAITI PILGRIMAGE
Each of our 14 volunteers on the Haiti Pilgrimage will carry a “second suitcase” filled with items for our friends at St. Joseph’s Home for Boys, where our volunteers will work and live while in Haiti (Oct. 9-15). Look for a list of suggested donation items next to the “second suitcase” in the welcome center. Contact Tony Fishpaw with questions.
AIDS WALK ATLANTA
Morningside Presbyterian Church will be participating in the 2010 AIDS Walk Atlanta on Sunday, October 17, at 2 p.m. To join or support the Morningside team, visit www.aidswalkatlanta.com/. Contact Keith Blount, Team Captain, with questions at bkeithblount@gmail.com or 404.277.2767. Thank you for your support and participation.
MPP JOINS FACEBOOK!
We are pleased to let you know that you can now become an official MPP Facebook fan! Simply log on to Facebook and put Morningside Presbyterian Preschool in the search area to go to our page. We will use this in addition to other ways to keep folks informed about events and news around the school. Hope you enjoy!
CHURCH RETREAT
Come join us at beautiful Montreat, November 19-21. A limited number of rooms are still available!! Registration forms are available in the narthex or contact Sarah Brownlee at rsbrownlee1046@att.net.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Bible Class - A Minority Report from the Major Prophets
Next Sunday, the Morningside Bible Class will continue its series on the four major prophets of the Old Testament: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel. Chris Henry leads a study of the prophet Jeremiah. The Bible Class meets each Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in Room 201, and all are welcome.
Faith and Issues Class - Questions Christians Ask
Throughout October, the Faith and Issues class will explore some of the key questions of faith that we encounter. Next Sunday, MPC elder Mardee Rightmyer leads a session on "What do we believe happens during the Lord's Supper?” This class meets in the Session Room on Sundays at 9:45 a.m.
Children’s Classes
Preschoolers will hear A Very Sad Day and learn what happened when Adam and Eve did not obey God. Younger Elementary children will learn how the Prophet Elijah called the Hebrew people back to the God of Israel. Double Digits will hear about the contest Elijah staged to end the drought and establish God’s real power.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship; Directory Picture Taking
2 p.m. Harmony Chorus
4 p.m. PNC Meeting
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
6:30 p.m. Women’s Roundtable
6:45 p.m. Parliamentarians
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
9:30 a.m. Preschool Yoga Classes
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
10:50 a.m. Preschool Yoga Classes
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7:30 p.m. Venture Crew
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2
Breast Cancer 2 Day Walk
8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers
9:30 a.m. Presbytery Meeting (Agnes Scott College)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3
World Communion Sunday
Peacemaking Offering Received
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship with Communion/Haiti Trip Commissioning
12 noon Fellowship
2 p.m. Harmony Chorus
4 p.m. PNC Meeting
Giving Update
Week 9/19 YTD
Needed $13,067 $496,558
Received $12,538 $456,848
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY, WELCOME REV. DR. FRED CRADDOCK, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE, MPP PARENTS AND FRIENDS, SEPTEMBER IS FOR SERVICE, TAI CHI, PEACEMAKING OFFERING, OCTOBER 3, CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION, LOVING GOD'S CREATION, THEOLOGY ON TAP, SIX STAR, HELP FILL "SECOND SUITCASE" FOR HAITI PILGRIMAGE, AIDS WALK ATLANTA, MPP JOINS FACEBOOK!, CHURCH RETREAT, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
________________________________________________________________________
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Rev. Dr. Fred Craddock preaching
"The Party"
Texts: Psalm 146; Luke 16:19-31
________________________________________________________________________
FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY
The flowers in the sanctuary are given by Robert and Georgia Marshall in celebration of the marriage of their daughter, Laura Marshall, to Jacob Strong on September 25.
WELCOME REV. DR. FRED CRADDOCK
This morning we welcome as our distinguished guest preacher the Reverend Dr. Fred B. Craddock, Bandy Professor of Preaching and New Testament Emeritus at Candler School of Theology. Dr. Craddock is a world-renowned preacher, author, teacher, scholar, and storyteller who has preached and taught all over the world. We are so fortunate and grateful to welcome him to Morningside Presbyterian Church!
WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE
On Monday, September 27, the Women's Roundtable will meet at the home of Amy Jarratt, 1697 N. Pelham Rd at 6:30 pm. The speaker will be Ruthlyn Newell who will share her journey with ovarian cancer. Ruthlyn will talk about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer including her battle, decision making, and staying positive. She will also speak about the role her faith plays in her life and the important role of Morningside church members. Plan to join us. Email the church at office@Morningsidepc.org or call 404.876.7396 to let us know you are coming.
MPP PARENTS AND FRIENDS
Our generous friends at Fifth Group Restaurants will donate 20% of the night’s proceeds to Morningside Presbyterian Preschool on Tuesday, September 28 from 5:30 to 10 p.m.! Join us at La Tavola where they offer progressive variations on classic Italian dishes. Make your reservations now by calling 404.873.5430, and be sure to let them know you are coming for the Morningside Presbyterian Preschool Dine Out. La Tavola is located at 992 Virginia Avenue NE.
SEPTEMBER IS FOR SERVICE
You can support this project of MPC 7th grader Cameron McIntosh (member of Boy Scouts Troop 455) by donating paper products to Clifton Sanctuary Ministries. Please place paper towels, tissue, and napkins in the bin located in our welcome center through the end of the month.
TAI CHI
Tai Chi instruction and practice resumes at Morningside and will take place on Wednesdays from 2-3 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, beginning Oct. 6. Tuition is $50 for eight weeks. Bob Wells and Doris Williams will be the instructors. For further information, contact Barbara Ray, 404.876.7892, barbray@mindspring.com.
PEACEMAKING OFFERING, OCTOBER 3
As part of World Communion Sunday, Morningside will join efforts with more than 4500 Presbyterian churches to support the Peacemaking Offering. This special offering was created in 1980 to support efforts of the Presbyterian Church to live out a deeper commitment to peacemaking as part of our faithfulness to God. Please consider a gift to this worthy cause on Sunday, October 3.
CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION
After worship next Sunday 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.
LOVING GOD'S CREATION
The 2nd and 3rd grade fall outing will be a trip to Morningside Nature Preserve to pick up litter after worship on Sunday, October 3. Bring a lunch and meet Shavon Starling-Louis in Room 003 for adventure from 12:15 to 2 p.m. Contact Shavon at shavon.starling-louis@students.ctsnet.edu to RSVP and/or to volunteer to chaperone.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Men of Morningside, be sure your calendars are marked for Theology on Tap, next Tuesday, October 5 at 7:00p.m. We will gather at the home of Todd McDonald (835 Rowland Street, Clarkston, 30021). Topic: "Why the Bible?" We'll discuss the purpose and value of scripture in the contemporary church, as well as the diverse ways in which the Bible has been interpreted. The food will be good and the conversation is sure to be lively, make plans to be there! RSVP to Chris Henry by next Sunday, October 3.
SIX STAR
The Six Star Refugee Partnership is going to be sponsoring a new family in October and we are in need of furniture for their new apartment. We need all kinds of things - sofas, bedroom furniture (queen and twin only but no mattresses), table and chairs, lawnmower, etc. If you have anything to donate contact Holly Campbell at hollycampbell1@gmail.com or Betsy Armstrong at jimbetsy30338@yahoo.com.
HELP FILL “SECOND SUITCASE” FOR HAITI PILGRIMAGE
Each of our 14 volunteers on the Haiti Pilgrimage will carry a “second suitcase” filled with items for our friends at St. Joseph’s Home for Boys, where our volunteers will work and live while in Haiti (Oct. 9-15). Look for a list of suggested donation items next to the “second suitcase” in the welcome center. Contact Tony Fishpaw with questions.
AIDS WALK ATLANTA
Morningside Presbyterian Church will be participating in the 2010 AIDS Walk Atlanta on Sunday, October 17, at 2 p.m. To join or support the Morningside team, visit www.aidswalkatlanta.com/. Contact Keith Blount, Team Captain, with questions at bkeithblount@gmail.com or 404.277.2767. Thank you for your support and participation.
MPP JOINS FACEBOOK!
We are pleased to let you know that you can now become an official MPP Facebook fan! Simply log on to Facebook and put Morningside Presbyterian Preschool in the search area to go to our page. We will use this in addition to other ways to keep folks informed about events and news around the school. Hope you enjoy!
CHURCH RETREAT
Come join us at beautiful Montreat, November 19-21. A limited number of rooms are still available!! Registration forms are available in the narthex or contact Sarah Brownlee at rsbrownlee1046@att.net.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Bible Class - A Minority Report from the Major Prophets
Next Sunday, the Morningside Bible Class will continue its series on the four major prophets of the Old Testament: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel. Chris Henry leads a study of the prophet Jeremiah. The Bible Class meets each Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in Room 201, and all are welcome.
Faith and Issues Class - Questions Christians Ask
Throughout October, the Faith and Issues class will explore some of the key questions of faith that we encounter. Next Sunday, MPC elder Mardee Rightmyer leads a session on "What do we believe happens during the Lord's Supper?” This class meets in the Session Room on Sundays at 9:45 a.m.
Children’s Classes
Preschoolers will hear A Very Sad Day and learn what happened when Adam and Eve did not obey God. Younger Elementary children will learn how the Prophet Elijah called the Hebrew people back to the God of Israel. Double Digits will hear about the contest Elijah staged to end the drought and establish God’s real power.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship; Directory Picture Taking
2 p.m. Harmony Chorus
4 p.m. PNC Meeting
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
6:30 p.m. Women’s Roundtable
6:45 p.m. Parliamentarians
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
9:30 a.m. Preschool Yoga Classes
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
10:50 a.m. Preschool Yoga Classes
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7:30 p.m. Venture Crew
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2
Breast Cancer 2 Day Walk
8:15 a.m. Weight Watchers
9:30 a.m. Presbytery Meeting (Agnes Scott College)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3
World Communion Sunday
Peacemaking Offering Received
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship with Communion/Haiti Trip Commissioning
12 noon Fellowship
2 p.m. Harmony Chorus
4 p.m. PNC Meeting
Giving Update
Week 9/19 YTD
Needed $13,067 $496,558
Received $12,538 $456,848
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