January 12, 2012
Life@Morningside for January 15, 2012
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, WHAT IS TEN TEN?, CHURCH OFFICE, NEW MEMBER SUNDAY, ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING, YOUTH GROUP NEWS, FOOD NEEDED YEAR ROUND, LGBT & FRIENDS, LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!, MORNINGSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL, ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON, COUPLES GROUP, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE, CLIFTON SANCTUARY MINISTRIES, BIG FUN FOR BOTH PARENTS AND KIDS, HELPING WITH TODDLERS & TWOS, BAPTIZED LAST SUNDAY, 10TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, VOTE FOR LUNCH, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Dr. Baron Mullis preaching
"Faith"
Texts: Psalm 139: 1-6, 13-18; Ephesians 2:1-10
WHAT IS TEN TEN?
Ask any 4th or 5th grader at MPC what’s been happening in Room 005 on Sunday mornings at 10:10 a.m. As our Double Digits join worship regularly now, we have kicked off Ten Ten which starts with fun and ends with a review of what will be taking place in worship. Lessons and outreach projects take place in between! In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. day tomorrow, the Double Digits participated in a service project this morning. In upcoming weeks, they will explore baptism and music in worship, then run a bake sale to support the Souper Bowl offering on February 5.
CHURCH OFFICE
The Preschool and the Church Office will be closed Monday, January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday.
NEW MEMBER SUNDAY
Thinking about joining Morningside Church? Next 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 next Sunday, January 22 immediately following worship. Among the business to be discussed is the 2012 budget and the pastor’s terms of call.
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
MPC Youth will meet for 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.
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 next Saturday, January 21, 10-1 p.m. Contact shepherd Nancy Collins ncollins0209@gmail.com to volunteer or for more information.
LGBT & FRIENDS
The LGBT & Friends will gather at 7 p.m. this Saturday, January 21, at the home of Julie Green and Mardee Rightmyer. RSVP to Peter Dickson, peter_clayton@comcast.net; 404.839.1281.
LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!
Help shape the future of MPC by completing the CAT Scan (Congregational Assessment Tool) Survey that will be available January 20. This 20-minute survey, available electronically or on paper, will allow you to anonymously provide feedback, insight and perspective on multiple topics effecting MPC. The resulting report, Vital Signs, will guide our congregation as we plan for the next five years. If you have any questions, contact Jill Davis at 404.281.0342; jsamail@yahoo.com. Don't miss this opportunity - now is the time to let your voice be heard!
MORNINGSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL
MPP will accept applications for the 2012-2013 school year beginning this Tuesday, January 17. Currently enrolled families and church members have two weeks for Priority Registration. On Monday, January 30, we begin Open Registration. Applications can be found at: http://www.morningsidepc.org/preschool/index.html. For more information, contact Sarah Tomaka, Director, at mpp@morningsidepc.org.
ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON
One Gray Hair will meet Wednesday, January 18 at noon in Fellowship Hall. Sarah and Peter Chatel will share with us about their trip to Turkey and Greece. RSVP to Sarah Brownlee rsbrownlee1046@att.net
COUPLES GROUP
In January, the Couples Group will meet on the third Friday of the month at 7 p.m., January 20, at the Princes’ home (91 Lakeview Dr. NE, 30317). All couples are welcome. If you would like to join us, RSVP to Kathy Bremer at kdbremer@bellsouth.net.
WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE
The next meeting of Women's Roundtable promises to be very special! On Monday, January 23, Morningside's Pastor Emerita Joanna Adams will join us for breaking bread and a conversation titled, “What I’ve Learned Since You Saw Me Last.” She will explain to us just what it is she's done in the years since she "retired." You won't want to miss this. We will meet at Lynn Young's home at 277 The Prado at 6:30 p.m. Dinner and drinks will be served. RSVP to Kim Perez at kimkperez@gmail.com.
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.
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 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 needed for a variety of areas, such as serving and cleaning up from lunch; childcare; working with elementary age kids; and helping with the outreach project. Your support will be appreciated.
HELPING WITH TODDLERS & TWOS
We are seeking at least 2 more 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.
BAPTIZED LAST SUNDAY
Isabella Rose Sudduth, daughter of Andrew and Stefanie Sudduth, received the sacrament of baptism last Sunday, January 8.
You are 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
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201
Next Sunday, we 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. Next week’s leader is Carol Senf.
Bible Study—9:45 a.m. in Room 107
This Sunday, we continue our study of the Pauline letters.
Children’s Classes
Preschool Children will hear how Jesus called his twelve helpers in the story Follow Me! The K-1st and 2nd/3rd Grade Classes will study the story of Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
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
MONDAY, JANUARY 16
SIS for Women
Preschool and Church Office closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, JANUARY 17
9 a.m. MPP
4:30 p.m. Tai Chi
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Session Meeting
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18
9 a.m. MPP
12 noon One Gray Hair Luncheon
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7 p.m. Small Group Bible Study
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, JANUARY 19
9 a.m. MPP
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
FRIDAY, JANUARY 20
YOUTH GROUP LOCK-IN
9 a.m. MPP
7 p.m. Couples Group
SATURDAY, JANUARY 21
YOUTH GROUP LOCK-IN
7 p.m. LGBT and Friends
SUNDAY, JANUARY 22
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School; Inquirers Class
10:10 Ten Ten Program
10:30 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship/New Member Sunday
12 noon Annual Congregational Meeting
12:15 p.m. Fellowship
VOTE FOR LUNCH!
It’s “primary” that you mark an X by Sunday, Feb. 5! That’s our next congregational lunch and we need your reservation so we can “elect” the right number of meals. Come stuff yourself—not a ballot box!
GIVING UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$13,845
Received as of 1/8/12—$13,023
Needed Year to Date—$27,691
Received Year to Date—$17,897
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, WHAT IS TEN TEN?, CHURCH OFFICE, NEW MEMBER SUNDAY, ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING, YOUTH GROUP NEWS, FOOD NEEDED YEAR ROUND, LGBT & FRIENDS, LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!, MORNINGSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL, ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON, COUPLES GROUP, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE, CLIFTON SANCTUARY MINISTRIES, BIG FUN FOR BOTH PARENTS AND KIDS, HELPING WITH TODDLERS & TWOS, BAPTIZED LAST SUNDAY, 10TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, VOTE FOR LUNCH, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Dr. Baron Mullis preaching
"Faith"
Texts: Psalm 139: 1-6, 13-18; Ephesians 2:1-10
WHAT IS TEN TEN?
Ask any 4th or 5th grader at MPC what’s been happening in Room 005 on Sunday mornings at 10:10 a.m. As our Double Digits join worship regularly now, we have kicked off Ten Ten which starts with fun and ends with a review of what will be taking place in worship. Lessons and outreach projects take place in between! In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. day tomorrow, the Double Digits participated in a service project this morning. In upcoming weeks, they will explore baptism and music in worship, then run a bake sale to support the Souper Bowl offering on February 5.
CHURCH OFFICE
The Preschool and the Church Office will be closed Monday, January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday.
NEW MEMBER SUNDAY
Thinking about joining Morningside Church? Next 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 next Sunday, January 22 immediately following worship. Among the business to be discussed is the 2012 budget and the pastor’s terms of call.
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
MPC Youth will meet for 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.
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 next Saturday, January 21, 10-1 p.m. Contact shepherd Nancy Collins ncollins0209@gmail.com to volunteer or for more information.
LGBT & FRIENDS
The LGBT & Friends will gather at 7 p.m. this Saturday, January 21, at the home of Julie Green and Mardee Rightmyer. RSVP to Peter Dickson, peter_clayton@comcast.net; 404.839.1281.
LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!
Help shape the future of MPC by completing the CAT Scan (Congregational Assessment Tool) Survey that will be available January 20. This 20-minute survey, available electronically or on paper, will allow you to anonymously provide feedback, insight and perspective on multiple topics effecting MPC. The resulting report, Vital Signs, will guide our congregation as we plan for the next five years. If you have any questions, contact Jill Davis at 404.281.0342; jsamail@yahoo.com. Don't miss this opportunity - now is the time to let your voice be heard!
MORNINGSIDE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL
MPP will accept applications for the 2012-2013 school year beginning this Tuesday, January 17. Currently enrolled families and church members have two weeks for Priority Registration. On Monday, January 30, we begin Open Registration. Applications can be found at: http://www.morningsidepc.org/preschool/index.html. For more information, contact Sarah Tomaka, Director, at mpp@morningsidepc.org.
ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON
One Gray Hair will meet Wednesday, January 18 at noon in Fellowship Hall. Sarah and Peter Chatel will share with us about their trip to Turkey and Greece. RSVP to Sarah Brownlee rsbrownlee1046@att.net
COUPLES GROUP
In January, the Couples Group will meet on the third Friday of the month at 7 p.m., January 20, at the Princes’ home (91 Lakeview Dr. NE, 30317). All couples are welcome. If you would like to join us, RSVP to Kathy Bremer at kdbremer@bellsouth.net.
WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE
The next meeting of Women's Roundtable promises to be very special! On Monday, January 23, Morningside's Pastor Emerita Joanna Adams will join us for breaking bread and a conversation titled, “What I’ve Learned Since You Saw Me Last.” She will explain to us just what it is she's done in the years since she "retired." You won't want to miss this. We will meet at Lynn Young's home at 277 The Prado at 6:30 p.m. Dinner and drinks will be served. RSVP to Kim Perez at kimkperez@gmail.com.
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.
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 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 needed for a variety of areas, such as serving and cleaning up from lunch; childcare; working with elementary age kids; and helping with the outreach project. Your support will be appreciated.
HELPING WITH TODDLERS & TWOS
We are seeking at least 2 more 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.
BAPTIZED LAST SUNDAY
Isabella Rose Sudduth, daughter of Andrew and Stefanie Sudduth, received the sacrament of baptism last Sunday, January 8.
You are 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
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201
Next Sunday, we 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. Next week’s leader is Carol Senf.
Bible Study—9:45 a.m. in Room 107
This Sunday, we continue our study of the Pauline letters.
Children’s Classes
Preschool Children will hear how Jesus called his twelve helpers in the story Follow Me! The K-1st and 2nd/3rd Grade Classes will study the story of Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
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
MONDAY, JANUARY 16
SIS for Women
Preschool and Church Office closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, JANUARY 17
9 a.m. MPP
4:30 p.m. Tai Chi
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Session Meeting
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18
9 a.m. MPP
12 noon One Gray Hair Luncheon
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7 p.m. Small Group Bible Study
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, JANUARY 19
9 a.m. MPP
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
FRIDAY, JANUARY 20
YOUTH GROUP LOCK-IN
9 a.m. MPP
7 p.m. Couples Group
SATURDAY, JANUARY 21
YOUTH GROUP LOCK-IN
7 p.m. LGBT and Friends
SUNDAY, JANUARY 22
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School; Inquirers Class
10:10 Ten Ten Program
10:30 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship/New Member Sunday
12 noon Annual Congregational Meeting
12:15 p.m. Fellowship
VOTE FOR LUNCH!
It’s “primary” that you mark an X by Sunday, Feb. 5! That’s our next congregational lunch and we need your reservation so we can “elect” the right number of meals. Come stuff yourself—not a ballot box!
GIVING UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$13,845
Received as of 1/8/12—$13,023
Needed Year to Date—$27,691
Received Year to Date—$17,897
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