January 05, 2012
Life@Morningside for January 8, 2012
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, BAPTISM THIS SUNDAY, FELLOWSHIP THIS SUNDAY, YOUTH GROUP NEWS, SHEARITH ISRAEL, CHILDREN'S CHOIRS, RETHINKING WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS, HELPING WITH TODDLERS AND TWOS, VOLUNTEER ON MLK JR. WEEKEND, FOOD NEEDED YEAR ROUND, TAI CHI, MORNINGSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL, NEW MEMBER SUNDAY, ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING, LGBT & FRIENDS, CLIFTON SANCTUARY MINISTRIES, THEOLOGY ON TAP, BE PART OF MPC'S FUTURE!, BIG FUN FOR BOTH PARENTS AND KIDS, GIVING UPDATE, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Life@Morningside
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Sunday, January 8, 2012
Dr. Baron Mullis preaching
"Repent! (and please still come to church!)"
Text: Mark 1:4-11
_______________________________________________________________________
BAPTISM THIS SUNDAY
Isabella Rose Sudduth, daughter of Andrew and Stefanie Sudduth, will be baptized this Sunday.
FELLOWSHIP THIS SUNDAY
MPC pilgrims to Haiti will share about their October trip during Fellowship Hour today. Plan on staying to hear about their experiences.
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
MPC Youth will meet this evening from 5 to 7 p.m. to consider New Year’s resolutions. They are then invited to MPC’s 1st youth all-nighter on January 20 at 8 p.m.! Invite a friend and join us for games, a mystery fun activity, late-night ice cream bar, a movie and more! For further information, contact Chris Peters chrispeters@morningsidepc.org.
SHEARITH ISRAEL
MPC is providing overnight volunteers to support the SIS women’s shelter January 7-16. A number of you have already signed up, and we thank you! Volunteers stay at the shelter 6 p.m. to 6:45 a.m. Coverage is still needed for tonight and January 11, 12, and 15. For more information or to volunteer, contact MPC Shepherd Becky Meadearis at Becky.M.Medearis @Wellsfargo.com or sign up on the mission bulletin board today!
CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
Children's Choirs resume next Wednesday, January 11 (Cherub - 6 p.m.; Treble - 6:30 p.m.).
RETHINKING WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS
Women of Morningside and friends from around the neighborhood and the city are invited to join Joanna Adams in a new Bible Study beginning this Wednesday, January 11. The class will meet in Room 201 at 10 a.m. Childcare provided by reservation. Contact Anna Best in the church office.
HELPING WITH TODDLERS & TWOS
We are seeking volunteers to assist with toddler/twos childcare on Sunday mornings. Arrive at 10:45 to help Ms. Pat with the little ones. Contact shepherd Georgia Moore gacr72@yahoo.com if you would be able to help once a quarter.
VOLUNTEER ON MLK JR. WEEKEND
MPC will participate in assisting seniors with yard work, cleaning and small household repairs through Decatur’s MLK Service Project on Saturday, January 14, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact shepherds Jack Klotz jacksklotz@gmail.com and Lloyd Prince lloydprince@comcast.net to volunteer.
FOOD NEEDED YEAR ROUND
In January, we are collecting pop-top foods, non-perishable microwave meals and can-openers for the Intown Collaborative Ministries food pantry. There is also an opportunity to work in the pantry Saturday, January 21, 10-1 p.m. Contact shepherd Nancy Collins ncollins0209@gmail.com to volunteer or for more information.
TAI CHI
Tai Chi instruction will resume Tuesday, January 10. Instruction by Bob Wells and Doris Williams will be at 4:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall for eight weeks. To sign up or for more information, contact Bob Wells, wellscom@comcast.net.
MORNINGSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL
MPP will accept applications for the 2012-2013 school year beginning Tuesday, January 17. Currently enrolled families and church members have two weeks for Priority Registration. On Monday, January 30, we begin Open Registration. For families wishing for a tour of the preschool, there is a Prospective Parent Open House and Tour on Tuesday, January 10 at 9:30 in the Parlor. Applications can be found at: http://www.morningsidepc.org/preschool/index.html. For more information, or to RSVP for the Open House, contact Sarah Tomaka, Director, at mpp@morningsidepc.org.
NEW MEMBER SUNDAY
Thinking about joining Morningside Church? Sunday, January 22 is a great time to do it. Plan to attend the Inquirers’ Class that morning at 9:45 a.m. in the Session Room. Contact Baron Mullis baron.mullis@morningsidepc.org to let him know of your interest.
ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
MPC’s Annual Congregational Meeting will be January 22 immediately following worship. Among the business to be discussed is the 2012 budget and the pastor’s terms of call.
LGBT & FRIENDS
The LGBT & Friends will gather at 7 p.m. Saturday, January 21, at the home of Julie Green and Mardee Rightmyer. RSVP to Peter C. Dickson, peter_clayton@comcast.net; 404.839.1281.
CLIFTON SANCTUARY MINISTRIES
On Saturday, January 28, MPC will prepare and serve dinner for the 30 homeless men at Clifton Sanctuary Ministries beginning at 5:30 p.m. If you would like to help serve or can prepare one of the dinner items, please sign up on the bulletin board located outside the Session Room. You may also contact David Johnston at 617.233.2004 or dmjohnst@hotmail.com.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Theology on Tap will be this Tuesday, January 10, at Alan Bremer's home (785 Cumberland Road, 30306) starting at 7 p.m. RSVP to the church office office@morningsidepc.org.
BE PART OF MPC’S FUTURE!
This month, each MPC member will be invited to take a short survey. The Vital Signs survey will provide an inclusive, comprehensive view of what energizes and excites our congregation, and our collective hopes for the future. The results will provide input to MPC’s next multi-year plan.
On January 20, each MPC member will receive an email with an easy, direct link to the survey. The survey can also be taken on paper. Each individual MPC member, rather than family units or couples, is asked to take the survey. We will allow about a three-week timeframe for everyone to complete the survey, which takes about 20 minutes.
Participation by each and every member is important. Let’s go for 100% participation—every MPC voice heard!
Stay tuned for the Vital Signs survey email on January 20!
BIG FUN FOR BOTH PARENTS AND KIDS
All elementary age children are invited to a very special Big Fun on Saturday, February 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This special event which will go in depth on the sacrament of communion will include parents too. Childcare for younger siblings will be provided with prior reservation. RSVP today to Program Director Melinda Sandkam. Volunteers are also needed for a variety of areas such as serving and cleaning up from lunch, childcare, working with elementary age kids and helping with outreach project. Even if you can only help two hours, your support is appreciated.
GIVING UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$13,845
Received as of 12/31/11—$10,080
Needed Year to Date—$719,954
Received Year to Date—$716,421
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201
This Sunday, we will continue our study of the curriculum “Feasting on the Word.” Edited by Barbara Brown Taylor and David Bartlett, this curriculum explores the scripture reading that will be used in worship that morning. This week’s leader is Daisy Ottmann. Next week Ken Sharpe will lead the class.
Bible Study—9:45 a.m. in Room 107
This Sunday, we begin our study of the Pauline letters, starting with Paul's letter to the Romans.
Children’s Classes
Today, in the story Who is This Child, the Preschool Class will learn about twelve year old Jesus’ visit to the temple. Early Elementary Classes will re-enact this same story about Jesus’ Passover visit to Jerusalem.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, JANUARY 8—SIS for Women
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
10:10 Ten Ten Program
11 a.m. Worship with Baptism and Communion
12 noon Fellowship/Haiti Trip Highlights
12:15 p.m. Deacons
2 p.m. Venture Crew; DOOR Retreat; Harmony
5 p.m. Youth Group
6 p.m. Serving Dinner at Journey
6:30 p.m. Atlanta Opera Chorus
MONDAY, JANUARY 9—SIS for Women
9 a.m. MPP
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
7:30 p.m. MLPA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 10—SIS for Women
9 a.m. MPP
9:30 a.m. MPP Parent Tour
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Theology on Tap
7 p.m. Atlanta Opera Chorus
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11—SIS for Women
9 a.m. MPP
10 a.m. Women’s Bible Study with Joanna Adams
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, JANUARY 12—SIS for Women
9 a.m. MPP
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Security
FRIDAY, JANUARY 13—SIS for Women
9 a.m. MPP
SATURDAY, JANUARY 14—SIS for Women
9 a.m.-1 p.m. MLK Service Project, Decatur
SUNDAY, JANUARY 15—SIS for Women
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
10:10 Ten Ten Program
10:30 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship/Officer Installation and Ordination
12 noon Fellowship
12:45 p.m. RHO Readers
You are cordially invited to the Morningside Presbyterian Preschool 10th Anniversary Party
Saturday, February 11, 2012, Druid Hills Golf Club, 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Live auction at 9:30 p.m. Ticket price, $50
Lavish selection of hors d’oeuvres Cocktail attire
Fully stocked cash bar Complimentary valet
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, BAPTISM THIS SUNDAY, FELLOWSHIP THIS SUNDAY, YOUTH GROUP NEWS, SHEARITH ISRAEL, CHILDREN'S CHOIRS, RETHINKING WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS, HELPING WITH TODDLERS AND TWOS, VOLUNTEER ON MLK JR. WEEKEND, FOOD NEEDED YEAR ROUND, TAI CHI, MORNINGSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL, NEW MEMBER SUNDAY, ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING, LGBT & FRIENDS, CLIFTON SANCTUARY MINISTRIES, THEOLOGY ON TAP, BE PART OF MPC'S FUTURE!, BIG FUN FOR BOTH PARENTS AND KIDS, GIVING UPDATE, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Life@Morningside
________________________________________________________________________
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Dr. Baron Mullis preaching
"Repent! (and please still come to church!)"
Text: Mark 1:4-11
_______________________________________________________________________
BAPTISM THIS SUNDAY
Isabella Rose Sudduth, daughter of Andrew and Stefanie Sudduth, will be baptized this Sunday.
FELLOWSHIP THIS SUNDAY
MPC pilgrims to Haiti will share about their October trip during Fellowship Hour today. Plan on staying to hear about their experiences.
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
MPC Youth will meet this evening from 5 to 7 p.m. to consider New Year’s resolutions. They are then invited to MPC’s 1st youth all-nighter on January 20 at 8 p.m.! Invite a friend and join us for games, a mystery fun activity, late-night ice cream bar, a movie and more! For further information, contact Chris Peters chrispeters@morningsidepc.org.
SHEARITH ISRAEL
MPC is providing overnight volunteers to support the SIS women’s shelter January 7-16. A number of you have already signed up, and we thank you! Volunteers stay at the shelter 6 p.m. to 6:45 a.m. Coverage is still needed for tonight and January 11, 12, and 15. For more information or to volunteer, contact MPC Shepherd Becky Meadearis at Becky.M.Medearis @Wellsfargo.com or sign up on the mission bulletin board today!
CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
Children's Choirs resume next Wednesday, January 11 (Cherub - 6 p.m.; Treble - 6:30 p.m.).
RETHINKING WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS
Women of Morningside and friends from around the neighborhood and the city are invited to join Joanna Adams in a new Bible Study beginning this Wednesday, January 11. The class will meet in Room 201 at 10 a.m. Childcare provided by reservation. Contact Anna Best in the church office.
HELPING WITH TODDLERS & TWOS
We are seeking volunteers to assist with toddler/twos childcare on Sunday mornings. Arrive at 10:45 to help Ms. Pat with the little ones. Contact shepherd Georgia Moore gacr72@yahoo.com if you would be able to help once a quarter.
VOLUNTEER ON MLK JR. WEEKEND
MPC will participate in assisting seniors with yard work, cleaning and small household repairs through Decatur’s MLK Service Project on Saturday, January 14, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact shepherds Jack Klotz jacksklotz@gmail.com and Lloyd Prince lloydprince@comcast.net to volunteer.
FOOD NEEDED YEAR ROUND
In January, we are collecting pop-top foods, non-perishable microwave meals and can-openers for the Intown Collaborative Ministries food pantry. There is also an opportunity to work in the pantry Saturday, January 21, 10-1 p.m. Contact shepherd Nancy Collins ncollins0209@gmail.com to volunteer or for more information.
TAI CHI
Tai Chi instruction will resume Tuesday, January 10. Instruction by Bob Wells and Doris Williams will be at 4:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall for eight weeks. To sign up or for more information, contact Bob Wells, wellscom@comcast.net.
MORNINGSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL
MPP will accept applications for the 2012-2013 school year beginning Tuesday, January 17. Currently enrolled families and church members have two weeks for Priority Registration. On Monday, January 30, we begin Open Registration. For families wishing for a tour of the preschool, there is a Prospective Parent Open House and Tour on Tuesday, January 10 at 9:30 in the Parlor. Applications can be found at: http://www.morningsidepc.org/preschool/index.html. For more information, or to RSVP for the Open House, contact Sarah Tomaka, Director, at mpp@morningsidepc.org.
NEW MEMBER SUNDAY
Thinking about joining Morningside Church? Sunday, January 22 is a great time to do it. Plan to attend the Inquirers’ Class that morning at 9:45 a.m. in the Session Room. Contact Baron Mullis baron.mullis@morningsidepc.org to let him know of your interest.
ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
MPC’s Annual Congregational Meeting will be January 22 immediately following worship. Among the business to be discussed is the 2012 budget and the pastor’s terms of call.
LGBT & FRIENDS
The LGBT & Friends will gather at 7 p.m. Saturday, January 21, at the home of Julie Green and Mardee Rightmyer. RSVP to Peter C. Dickson, peter_clayton@comcast.net; 404.839.1281.
CLIFTON SANCTUARY MINISTRIES
On Saturday, January 28, MPC will prepare and serve dinner for the 30 homeless men at Clifton Sanctuary Ministries beginning at 5:30 p.m. If you would like to help serve or can prepare one of the dinner items, please sign up on the bulletin board located outside the Session Room. You may also contact David Johnston at 617.233.2004 or dmjohnst@hotmail.com.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Theology on Tap will be this Tuesday, January 10, at Alan Bremer's home (785 Cumberland Road, 30306) starting at 7 p.m. RSVP to the church office office@morningsidepc.org.
BE PART OF MPC’S FUTURE!
This month, each MPC member will be invited to take a short survey. The Vital Signs survey will provide an inclusive, comprehensive view of what energizes and excites our congregation, and our collective hopes for the future. The results will provide input to MPC’s next multi-year plan.
On January 20, each MPC member will receive an email with an easy, direct link to the survey. The survey can also be taken on paper. Each individual MPC member, rather than family units or couples, is asked to take the survey. We will allow about a three-week timeframe for everyone to complete the survey, which takes about 20 minutes.
Participation by each and every member is important. Let’s go for 100% participation—every MPC voice heard!
Stay tuned for the Vital Signs survey email on January 20!
BIG FUN FOR BOTH PARENTS AND KIDS
All elementary age children are invited to a very special Big Fun on Saturday, February 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This special event which will go in depth on the sacrament of communion will include parents too. Childcare for younger siblings will be provided with prior reservation. RSVP today to Program Director Melinda Sandkam. Volunteers are also needed for a variety of areas such as serving and cleaning up from lunch, childcare, working with elementary age kids and helping with outreach project. Even if you can only help two hours, your support is appreciated.
GIVING UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$13,845
Received as of 12/31/11—$10,080
Needed Year to Date—$719,954
Received Year to Date—$716,421
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201
This Sunday, we will continue our study of the curriculum “Feasting on the Word.” Edited by Barbara Brown Taylor and David Bartlett, this curriculum explores the scripture reading that will be used in worship that morning. This week’s leader is Daisy Ottmann. Next week Ken Sharpe will lead the class.
Bible Study—9:45 a.m. in Room 107
This Sunday, we begin our study of the Pauline letters, starting with Paul's letter to the Romans.
Children’s Classes
Today, in the story Who is This Child, the Preschool Class will learn about twelve year old Jesus’ visit to the temple. Early Elementary Classes will re-enact this same story about Jesus’ Passover visit to Jerusalem.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, JANUARY 8—SIS for Women
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
10:10 Ten Ten Program
11 a.m. Worship with Baptism and Communion
12 noon Fellowship/Haiti Trip Highlights
12:15 p.m. Deacons
2 p.m. Venture Crew; DOOR Retreat; Harmony
5 p.m. Youth Group
6 p.m. Serving Dinner at Journey
6:30 p.m. Atlanta Opera Chorus
MONDAY, JANUARY 9—SIS for Women
9 a.m. MPP
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
7:30 p.m. MLPA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 10—SIS for Women
9 a.m. MPP
9:30 a.m. MPP Parent Tour
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Theology on Tap
7 p.m. Atlanta Opera Chorus
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11—SIS for Women
9 a.m. MPP
10 a.m. Women’s Bible Study with Joanna Adams
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, JANUARY 12—SIS for Women
9 a.m. MPP
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Security
FRIDAY, JANUARY 13—SIS for Women
9 a.m. MPP
SATURDAY, JANUARY 14—SIS for Women
9 a.m.-1 p.m. MLK Service Project, Decatur
SUNDAY, JANUARY 15—SIS for Women
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
10:10 Ten Ten Program
10:30 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship/Officer Installation and Ordination
12 noon Fellowship
12:45 p.m. RHO Readers
You are cordially invited to the Morningside Presbyterian Preschool 10th Anniversary Party
Saturday, February 11, 2012, Druid Hills Golf Club, 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Live auction at 9:30 p.m. Ticket price, $50
Lavish selection of hors d’oeuvres Cocktail attire
Fully stocked cash bar Complimentary valet
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