March 15, 2012
Life@Morningside for March 18, 2012
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, YOUTH AUCTION PREVIEW, MPC YOGA CLASS CONTINUES, ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON, LENTEN WALKING, OUR HOUSE COLLECTION, A MESSAGE FROM YOUR DEACONS, EASTER EGG HUNT, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WRAPS UP!, MISSION FOR KIDS, MORNINGSIDE MEET-UP, MPP DINE OUT OPPORTUNITY, MAUNDY THURSDAY, BRAVES GAME, MPP SUMMER PROGRAM, WELCOME NEW MEMBERS, YOUTH GROUP DINNER, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Baron Mullis preaching
"3:16"
Texts: Numbers 21:4-9; John 3:14-21
YOUTH AUCTION PREVIEW
Today we will host a preview of all our great items up for auction during fellowship hour next Sunday, March 25. Come by and see what you would like to bid on next Sunday! The auction will support youth mission and programs for this year.
MPC YOGA CLASS CONTINUES
MPC member Pam Sharpe, yoga teacher and fitness professional, is offering yoga classes on Tuesday mornings at MPC in Room 201 from 9:15 –10:15 a.m. for two six-week sessions. For more information, contact Pam at 404.217.5420.
ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON
Come to lunch at noon this Wednesday, March 21 when Bob Wells will tell us about the “Mystery of the Trees”- curious, oddly-shaped trees that were used by Native Americans to guide themselves across the North American Continent to trade, hunt, communicate with other tribes, and gather plants for medicines and more. The Trail Tree Project is the subject of a recent book documenting and attempting to preserve these records of Native American life. RSVP to the Brownlees (rsbrownlee1046@att.net).
LENTEN WALKING
We continue our Lenten walking discipline on Thursdays, March 22 and 29 from 6-7 p.m. Meet at church to walk in the neighborhood. Contact Melinda Sandkam to RSVP.
OUR HOUSE COLLECTION - LAST WEEK
Our House, a Decatur preschool for children facing homelessness is in need of diapers, wipes, gently-used spring and summer clothing for children (infant-5 years). Donation baskets are in the Welcome Center through March 23.
A MESSAGE FROM YOUR DEACONS
The Book of Order reminds us that the deacons’ ministry is one of compassion, witness and service for the poor, hungry, sick, lost, friendless, oppressed or anyone in distress. Who among us is not in need of such ministry? MPC’s deacons will be reaching out to members in the coming months with the hope of making personal contact with everyone in the congregation. We want to listen to your wants, needs and prayer requests. Look for an email or call in the near future. In the meantime, if we can assist in you in any way, contact the deacon on call for the week.
EASTER EGG HUNT - MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Co-chairs Jennifer James and Robin Boren invite you to the annual Easter Egg Hunt to be held on Saturday, April 7 at 11 a.m. (activities begin at 10:45). This is our largest outreach to the community, and we hope you will invite your neighbors. Come enjoy the “hunt” itself, “Ruby the Clown” as the Easter bunny, face-painting, and refreshments. Filled egg donations are needed by April 1. Volunteers in 2 shifts are also needed: Set-up crew and egg hiders (9:30-10:30 a.m.); event volunteers and clean-up crew (10:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.). Contact Jennifer James jennjames@comcast.net to help.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WRAPS UP!
We continue to build a home in the Thomasville Heights area with other churches. Volunteers are needed for remaining Saturday build dates in March. Look for the signup sheets on the Habitat bulletin board or contact Lynsley Tyler at lynsley @bellsouth.net.
MISSION FOR KIDS
The Big Fun event next Saturday, March 24 for elementary age children will have a slightly different twist this time. It will be in the afternoon 3-5 p.m. and will focus on preparing the whole meal for 30 men staying at Clifton Sanctuary Ministries. RSVP to Melinda Sandkam msandkam @morningsidepc.org by Tuesday, March 20, and contact Dave Johnston dmjohnst@hotmail.com if you can help serve at Clifton from 5:30-7 p.m.
MORNINGSIDE MEET-UP
Looking for an opportunity to get to know your fellow Morningsiders better--perhaps socially? Come to the Morningside Meet-up! This gathering for the adults of our congregation is a chance to enjoy conversation, meet new people and catch up with friends. Our spring meet-up is being hosted by Hillery and John McNeill (20 Stratford Pl., 30342) next Saturday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m. Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share. Beverages will be provided. RSVP to Brad Odom (jbradleyodom @gmail.com). As they say, “Be there or be square!”
MPP DINE OUT OPPORTUNITY
On Thursday, March 29 Gordon Biersch (3242 Peachtree Road, 30305) will donate 10% of the day’s proceeds to Morningside’s Preschool. Grab lunch or dinner that day and support the preschool at the same time!
MAUNDY THURSDAY
All are welcome at a Mediterranean-style dinner for Maundy Thursday at 6:15 p.m. on April 5. RSVP to the church office by April 1. Worship will follow in Fellowship Hall at 7 p.m. If you are able to help prepare food, serve or clean up, please contact Mary Chapman chapman.maryv@gmail.com.
BRAVES GAME
Morningside invites you to join us at a Braves Game Sunday, April 15 when they play the Brewers at 1:30 p.m. Seats are $20 per person for Section 138 close to the field. Leave from church with a bag lunch to eat at the stadium or enjoy the concessions there with your MPC friends! Please give your money to Jack Klotz or contact Katherine Johnston (kecjohnston@gmail.com) for more information.
MPP SUMMER PROGRAM
Camp Morningside summer program for children, ages 2-5, is now open for registration. We will provide 8 weeks of summer fun! Registration forms and session information are available online at http://www.morningsidepc.org/preschool/summercamp.html. For more information, contact Sarah Tomaka, 404.685.8758 or mpp @morningsidepc.org.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Last Sunday, March 11, Morningside welcomed the following new members:
Rebecca and Andrew Stewart - Rebecca is a media specialist, and Andrew is a health care consultant. They have two cats and one dog.
Cliff Burt - Cliff is a program manager for the Georgia Division of Aging Services. He enjoys antiquing.
David and Emilee Terry - The Terrys are both lawyers and parents of twin 3-month old girls. They live in the Morningside neighborhood.
Maggie Blake - Maggie is a teacher by trade who enjoys yoga and outdoor activities.
YOUTH GROUP DINNER—If you can provide dinner for our youth group on a Sunday evening, please contact Tish Woolley (woolleyt@gmail.com)
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. The leader will be James Klotz.
Bible Study—DIVISIONS IN THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH—9:45 a.m. in Room 107
This class will not meet this week only due to the Vital Signs Summary meeting.
Children’s Classes
The Pre-K class will hear about two sisters, Mary and Martha, in the story A Better Thing to Do. Elementary classes will learn about a time when Jesus took the servant role and washed his disciples' feet.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, MARCH 18
BOBO Preview
Our House Collection
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Vital Signs Summary; Church School
10:10 a.m. Ten Ten Program
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
12:45 p.m. Session; RHO Readers
2 p.m. Venture Crew
5 - 7 p.m. Youth Group
MONDAY, MARCH 19
Our House Collection
9 a.m. MPP
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, MARCH 20
Our House Collection
9 a.m. MPP
9:15 a.m. Yoga
4:30 p.m. Tai Chi
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Atlanta Opera Chorus
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21
Our House Collection
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, MARCH 22
Our House Collection
9 a.m. MPP
6 p.m. Lenten Walking Group
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
FRIDAY, MARCH 23
Our House Collection
9 a.m. MPP
SATURDAY, MARCH 24
Habitat Build
3-5 p.m. Big Fun
6 p.m. Clifton Sanctuary Ministries
6:30 p.m. Morningside Meet-up (McNeills’ home)
SUNDAY, MARCH 25
BOBO Auction
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
10:10 a.m. Ten Ten Program
11 a.m. Worship/Treble Choir Sings
12 noon Fellowship
1:30 p.m. Youth Laser Tag
2 p.m. Venture Crew
GIVING UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$14,151
Received 3/11/12—$11,619
Needed Year to Date—$155,660
Received Year to Date—$138,574
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, YOUTH AUCTION PREVIEW, MPC YOGA CLASS CONTINUES, ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON, LENTEN WALKING, OUR HOUSE COLLECTION, A MESSAGE FROM YOUR DEACONS, EASTER EGG HUNT, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WRAPS UP!, MISSION FOR KIDS, MORNINGSIDE MEET-UP, MPP DINE OUT OPPORTUNITY, MAUNDY THURSDAY, BRAVES GAME, MPP SUMMER PROGRAM, WELCOME NEW MEMBERS, YOUTH GROUP DINNER, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Baron Mullis preaching
"3:16"
Texts: Numbers 21:4-9; John 3:14-21
YOUTH AUCTION PREVIEW
Today we will host a preview of all our great items up for auction during fellowship hour next Sunday, March 25. Come by and see what you would like to bid on next Sunday! The auction will support youth mission and programs for this year.
MPC YOGA CLASS CONTINUES
MPC member Pam Sharpe, yoga teacher and fitness professional, is offering yoga classes on Tuesday mornings at MPC in Room 201 from 9:15 –10:15 a.m. for two six-week sessions. For more information, contact Pam at 404.217.5420.
ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON
Come to lunch at noon this Wednesday, March 21 when Bob Wells will tell us about the “Mystery of the Trees”- curious, oddly-shaped trees that were used by Native Americans to guide themselves across the North American Continent to trade, hunt, communicate with other tribes, and gather plants for medicines and more. The Trail Tree Project is the subject of a recent book documenting and attempting to preserve these records of Native American life. RSVP to the Brownlees (rsbrownlee1046@att.net).
LENTEN WALKING
We continue our Lenten walking discipline on Thursdays, March 22 and 29 from 6-7 p.m. Meet at church to walk in the neighborhood. Contact Melinda Sandkam to RSVP.
OUR HOUSE COLLECTION - LAST WEEK
Our House, a Decatur preschool for children facing homelessness is in need of diapers, wipes, gently-used spring and summer clothing for children (infant-5 years). Donation baskets are in the Welcome Center through March 23.
A MESSAGE FROM YOUR DEACONS
The Book of Order reminds us that the deacons’ ministry is one of compassion, witness and service for the poor, hungry, sick, lost, friendless, oppressed or anyone in distress. Who among us is not in need of such ministry? MPC’s deacons will be reaching out to members in the coming months with the hope of making personal contact with everyone in the congregation. We want to listen to your wants, needs and prayer requests. Look for an email or call in the near future. In the meantime, if we can assist in you in any way, contact the deacon on call for the week.
EASTER EGG HUNT - MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Co-chairs Jennifer James and Robin Boren invite you to the annual Easter Egg Hunt to be held on Saturday, April 7 at 11 a.m. (activities begin at 10:45). This is our largest outreach to the community, and we hope you will invite your neighbors. Come enjoy the “hunt” itself, “Ruby the Clown” as the Easter bunny, face-painting, and refreshments. Filled egg donations are needed by April 1. Volunteers in 2 shifts are also needed: Set-up crew and egg hiders (9:30-10:30 a.m.); event volunteers and clean-up crew (10:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.). Contact Jennifer James jennjames@comcast.net to help.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WRAPS UP!
We continue to build a home in the Thomasville Heights area with other churches. Volunteers are needed for remaining Saturday build dates in March. Look for the signup sheets on the Habitat bulletin board or contact Lynsley Tyler at lynsley @bellsouth.net.
MISSION FOR KIDS
The Big Fun event next Saturday, March 24 for elementary age children will have a slightly different twist this time. It will be in the afternoon 3-5 p.m. and will focus on preparing the whole meal for 30 men staying at Clifton Sanctuary Ministries. RSVP to Melinda Sandkam msandkam @morningsidepc.org by Tuesday, March 20, and contact Dave Johnston dmjohnst@hotmail.com if you can help serve at Clifton from 5:30-7 p.m.
MORNINGSIDE MEET-UP
Looking for an opportunity to get to know your fellow Morningsiders better--perhaps socially? Come to the Morningside Meet-up! This gathering for the adults of our congregation is a chance to enjoy conversation, meet new people and catch up with friends. Our spring meet-up is being hosted by Hillery and John McNeill (20 Stratford Pl., 30342) next Saturday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m. Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share. Beverages will be provided. RSVP to Brad Odom (jbradleyodom @gmail.com). As they say, “Be there or be square!”
MPP DINE OUT OPPORTUNITY
On Thursday, March 29 Gordon Biersch (3242 Peachtree Road, 30305) will donate 10% of the day’s proceeds to Morningside’s Preschool. Grab lunch or dinner that day and support the preschool at the same time!
MAUNDY THURSDAY
All are welcome at a Mediterranean-style dinner for Maundy Thursday at 6:15 p.m. on April 5. RSVP to the church office by April 1. Worship will follow in Fellowship Hall at 7 p.m. If you are able to help prepare food, serve or clean up, please contact Mary Chapman chapman.maryv@gmail.com.
BRAVES GAME
Morningside invites you to join us at a Braves Game Sunday, April 15 when they play the Brewers at 1:30 p.m. Seats are $20 per person for Section 138 close to the field. Leave from church with a bag lunch to eat at the stadium or enjoy the concessions there with your MPC friends! Please give your money to Jack Klotz or contact Katherine Johnston (kecjohnston@gmail.com) for more information.
MPP SUMMER PROGRAM
Camp Morningside summer program for children, ages 2-5, is now open for registration. We will provide 8 weeks of summer fun! Registration forms and session information are available online at http://www.morningsidepc.org/preschool/summercamp.html. For more information, contact Sarah Tomaka, 404.685.8758 or mpp @morningsidepc.org.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Last Sunday, March 11, Morningside welcomed the following new members:
Rebecca and Andrew Stewart - Rebecca is a media specialist, and Andrew is a health care consultant. They have two cats and one dog.
Cliff Burt - Cliff is a program manager for the Georgia Division of Aging Services. He enjoys antiquing.
David and Emilee Terry - The Terrys are both lawyers and parents of twin 3-month old girls. They live in the Morningside neighborhood.
Maggie Blake - Maggie is a teacher by trade who enjoys yoga and outdoor activities.
YOUTH GROUP DINNER—If you can provide dinner for our youth group on a Sunday evening, please contact Tish Woolley (woolleyt@gmail.com)
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. The leader will be James Klotz.
Bible Study—DIVISIONS IN THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH—9:45 a.m. in Room 107
This class will not meet this week only due to the Vital Signs Summary meeting.
Children’s Classes
The Pre-K class will hear about two sisters, Mary and Martha, in the story A Better Thing to Do. Elementary classes will learn about a time when Jesus took the servant role and washed his disciples' feet.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, MARCH 18
BOBO Preview
Our House Collection
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Vital Signs Summary; Church School
10:10 a.m. Ten Ten Program
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
12:45 p.m. Session; RHO Readers
2 p.m. Venture Crew
5 - 7 p.m. Youth Group
MONDAY, MARCH 19
Our House Collection
9 a.m. MPP
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, MARCH 20
Our House Collection
9 a.m. MPP
9:15 a.m. Yoga
4:30 p.m. Tai Chi
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Atlanta Opera Chorus
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21
Our House Collection
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, MARCH 22
Our House Collection
9 a.m. MPP
6 p.m. Lenten Walking Group
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
FRIDAY, MARCH 23
Our House Collection
9 a.m. MPP
SATURDAY, MARCH 24
Habitat Build
3-5 p.m. Big Fun
6 p.m. Clifton Sanctuary Ministries
6:30 p.m. Morningside Meet-up (McNeills’ home)
SUNDAY, MARCH 25
BOBO Auction
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
10:10 a.m. Ten Ten Program
11 a.m. Worship/Treble Choir Sings
12 noon Fellowship
1:30 p.m. Youth Laser Tag
2 p.m. Venture Crew
GIVING UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$14,151
Received 3/11/12—$11,619
Needed Year to Date—$155,660
Received Year to Date—$138,574
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