September 13, 2012
Life@Morningside for September 16, 2012
By Sherrill Terry
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS IN THE SANCTUARY, ORDINATION OF DREW STOCKSTILL, YOUTH GROUP, BRAVES TONIGHT!, FALL RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS, LGBT & FRIENDS, ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON, BIG FUN, FALL MISSION TRIP, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE RESUMES, ANNUAL CLIFTON CELEBRATION, JUNGLE JAM, YOGA AND TAI CHI TUESDAYS @ MPC, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS-9:45 AM ROOM 201, CHILDREN'S CLASSES, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
Life@Morningside
September 16, 2012
Baron Mullis preaching
"Thinking Theologically About Modern Life" Sermon Series
II. - "The Violence Sermon"
Texts: Luke 10:25-37; Romans 12:9-21
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY
Welcome to worship at Morningside Presbyterian Church. Please complete the information in the Friendship Pad at the end of the pews and pass the pads down and back again during the Concerns portion of worship. Worship notebooks and books for children are located on the kiosk outside the sanctuary. Nursery for infants is in Room 105; toddlers 18 months through 2 years are in Room 012. Children ages 3-10 are invited to leave after the Peace of Christ for special classes. Threes, fours & fives are in Room 011; K-1st grade in Room 003; 2nd-3rd grade in Room 001; 4th-5th grade in Room 005.
FLOWERS IN THE SANCTUARY
The flowers today are given to the glory of God with joy and thanksgiving by Faye McKay-Clegg and Jim Clegg to celebrate the birth of their first grandchild, Panyakeo McKay, born in Thailand on
September 8.
ORDINATION OF DREW STOCKSTILL
Everyone please plan to be at Morningside for a service of worship at 3 p.m. next Sunday,
September 23 as we celebrate the ordination of Drew Stockstill. Drew is joining Morningside's staff as our minister of Adult Education and Young Adults. This special service is a once-in-a-lifetime event, so let's surround Drew with our prayers and our support!
YOUTH GROUP
Morningside Youth meets from 5-7 p.m. tonight for our 2012-13 Covenant Creation Night with Minute-to-Win-It games and dinner. Next week, we'll kick off a new service initiative and head across the street for a cookout at Lynsley Tyler's. To RSVP for next Sunday or to join the youth email list, contact Chris at chrispeters@morningsidepc.org.
BRAVES TONIGHT!
See Jack Klotz for any remaining tickets for tonight’s 8 p.m. game against Washington. Seats include a choice of a commemorative Dale Murphy hat or shirt. Free green lot parking passes available for those who car pool. Jack can be reached at 678.428.6255 or jacksklotz@gmail.com.
FALL RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS
If you love fall in Atlanta, get your fleece vest ready for the mountains. Today is the deadline to register for our church retreat in beautiful Montreat, NC, October 19-21. Our theme for the weekend: "Living in Three Tenses" led by Rev. Dr. Doug Oldenburg. Contact Mary Chapman 404.234.0580 or chapman.maryv@gmail.com for more information. Remember, today is the deadline!
LGBT & FRIENDS
All are invited to join LGBT & Friends this Tuesday, September 18. LGBT & Friends welcome all who wish to grow and be energized through Christian fellowship and service. Baron will lead this month’s discussion: What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality. The meeting, including dinner, will be at the home of Kathleen and Ken Pramik, (1214 N. Highland Ave. 30306) 7-9 p.m. RSVP to Michael Siedschlag michaelmspnyc@yahoo.com.
ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON
Our noontime One Gray Hair lunch is this Wednesday, September 19 in the Fellowship Hall. Ken Sapp’s program topic is "Herbal Plants in the Bible". RSVP by Tuesday to Sarah and Richard at 404.876.3572 or rsbrownlee1046@att.net.
BIG FUN
All elementary age children are invited to attend a mission-focused Big Fun next Saturday,
September 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. We will be making the whole meal for Clifton Sanctuary Ministries as our main project for the day, accompanied by a Bible story and some outside fun! RSVP to Melinda Sandkam msandkam@morningsidepc.org by this Tuesday, September 18.
FALL MISSION TRIP
We invite you to join us this fall as we work with Habitat for Humanity and Rebuilding Hope in New Orleans (outreach of St. Charles Presbyterian Church). We will leave Atlanta Thursday morning, November 1, and return Sunday evening, November 4. The $150 trip cost includes housing for three nights, dinner on Thursday, lunch on Friday and snacks. If you are interested in participating, contact Roland Behm roland.behm@gmail.com.
Registration deadline is next Sunday, September 23.
WOMEN’S ROUNTABLE RESUMES
Mark your calendar for Women's Roundtable, resuming Monday, September 24, 6:30 p.m. We will meet on the fourth Monday of the month (September-November and January-April) for fellowship, dinner and inspired conversation and feature a guest speaker addressing a topic affecting our lives, either personally or as part of the world around us. Our September host: Sarah Brownlee, 1046 Bellevue Dr. Atlanta, 30306. For more information, contact Anne Barnette sawyerbarnette@earthlink.net or 404.713.6086.
ANNUAL CLIFTON CELEBRATION
MPC will join others on Sunday evening, September 30 to celebrate the men who have graduated from Clifton Sanctuary Ministries this year. Contact shepherd David Johnston dmjohnst@gmail.com to join the MPC table. Celebration begins at 6 p.m. at North Avenue Presbyterian Church.
JUNGLE JAM
Back by popular request, MPP’s Jungle Jam will be October 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., so mark your calendars and bring friends and family to this fun event! If you would like to volunteer at the event, contact Sarah Tomaka, Preschool Director, at mpp @morningsidepc.org 404.685.8758. Jungle Jam is sure to be a great day, and we’re looking forward to spending it with your family!
YOGA AND TAI CHI TUESDAYS @ MPC
Pam Sharpe, MPC member and certified yoga teacher, offers gentle yoga at 11 a.m. Contact Pam at yogapam @bellsouth.net. The Tai Chi class meets at 4:30 p.m. For more information, contact MPC member Bob Wells wellscom@comcast.net.
Christian Education at Morningside
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in room 201
Next Sunday, September 23, our class will have a "Meet Drew Stockstill" opportunity.
The following Sunday, September 30, our class will be led by The (newly) Reverend
Drew Stockstill.
Children’s Classes
The story Adam and Eve introduces Preschoolers to what happened when God added humans to Creation. K-1st, and 2nd-3rd grade classes will study Exodus 25:1-9. They will talk about the gifts they might make in thanks to God. The Older Elementary class will experience a lesson on Music as a component of Worship.
Our Daily Bread Devotionals are available in the Narthex and Welcome Center.
Sunday, SEPTEMBER 16
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
New Member Class
10:35 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
12:30 p.m. Post-sermon discussion
12:45 p.m. RHO Readers
2 p.m. Venture Crew
5-7 p.m. Youth Group
8 p.m. Braves Game
Monday, SEPTEMBER 17
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
7 p.m. Session meeting, Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
11 a.m. Yoga
4:30 p.m. Tai Chi
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. LGBT & Friends
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
12 noon One Gray Hair Lunch
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
Saturday, September 22
9 a.m. AA Meeting
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Big Fun
6 p.m. Clifton Sanctuary
Sunday, September 23
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Worship with Baptism
12 noon Fellowship
12:30 p.m. Post-sermon discussion
3 p.m. Ordination Service
5-7 p.m. Youth Group
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS IN THE SANCTUARY, ORDINATION OF DREW STOCKSTILL, YOUTH GROUP, BRAVES TONIGHT!, FALL RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS, LGBT & FRIENDS, ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON, BIG FUN, FALL MISSION TRIP, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE RESUMES, ANNUAL CLIFTON CELEBRATION, JUNGLE JAM, YOGA AND TAI CHI TUESDAYS @ MPC, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS-9:45 AM ROOM 201, CHILDREN'S CLASSES, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
Life@Morningside
September 16, 2012
Baron Mullis preaching
"Thinking Theologically About Modern Life" Sermon Series
II. - "The Violence Sermon"
Texts: Luke 10:25-37; Romans 12:9-21
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY
Welcome to worship at Morningside Presbyterian Church. Please complete the information in the Friendship Pad at the end of the pews and pass the pads down and back again during the Concerns portion of worship. Worship notebooks and books for children are located on the kiosk outside the sanctuary. Nursery for infants is in Room 105; toddlers 18 months through 2 years are in Room 012. Children ages 3-10 are invited to leave after the Peace of Christ for special classes. Threes, fours & fives are in Room 011; K-1st grade in Room 003; 2nd-3rd grade in Room 001; 4th-5th grade in Room 005.
FLOWERS IN THE SANCTUARY
The flowers today are given to the glory of God with joy and thanksgiving by Faye McKay-Clegg and Jim Clegg to celebrate the birth of their first grandchild, Panyakeo McKay, born in Thailand on
September 8.
ORDINATION OF DREW STOCKSTILL
Everyone please plan to be at Morningside for a service of worship at 3 p.m. next Sunday,
September 23 as we celebrate the ordination of Drew Stockstill. Drew is joining Morningside's staff as our minister of Adult Education and Young Adults. This special service is a once-in-a-lifetime event, so let's surround Drew with our prayers and our support!
YOUTH GROUP
Morningside Youth meets from 5-7 p.m. tonight for our 2012-13 Covenant Creation Night with Minute-to-Win-It games and dinner. Next week, we'll kick off a new service initiative and head across the street for a cookout at Lynsley Tyler's. To RSVP for next Sunday or to join the youth email list, contact Chris at chrispeters@morningsidepc.org.
BRAVES TONIGHT!
See Jack Klotz for any remaining tickets for tonight’s 8 p.m. game against Washington. Seats include a choice of a commemorative Dale Murphy hat or shirt. Free green lot parking passes available for those who car pool. Jack can be reached at 678.428.6255 or jacksklotz@gmail.com.
FALL RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS
If you love fall in Atlanta, get your fleece vest ready for the mountains. Today is the deadline to register for our church retreat in beautiful Montreat, NC, October 19-21. Our theme for the weekend: "Living in Three Tenses" led by Rev. Dr. Doug Oldenburg. Contact Mary Chapman 404.234.0580 or chapman.maryv@gmail.com for more information. Remember, today is the deadline!
LGBT & FRIENDS
All are invited to join LGBT & Friends this Tuesday, September 18. LGBT & Friends welcome all who wish to grow and be energized through Christian fellowship and service. Baron will lead this month’s discussion: What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality. The meeting, including dinner, will be at the home of Kathleen and Ken Pramik, (1214 N. Highland Ave. 30306) 7-9 p.m. RSVP to Michael Siedschlag michaelmspnyc@yahoo.com.
ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCHEON
Our noontime One Gray Hair lunch is this Wednesday, September 19 in the Fellowship Hall. Ken Sapp’s program topic is "Herbal Plants in the Bible". RSVP by Tuesday to Sarah and Richard at 404.876.3572 or rsbrownlee1046@att.net.
BIG FUN
All elementary age children are invited to attend a mission-focused Big Fun next Saturday,
September 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. We will be making the whole meal for Clifton Sanctuary Ministries as our main project for the day, accompanied by a Bible story and some outside fun! RSVP to Melinda Sandkam msandkam@morningsidepc.org by this Tuesday, September 18.
FALL MISSION TRIP
We invite you to join us this fall as we work with Habitat for Humanity and Rebuilding Hope in New Orleans (outreach of St. Charles Presbyterian Church). We will leave Atlanta Thursday morning, November 1, and return Sunday evening, November 4. The $150 trip cost includes housing for three nights, dinner on Thursday, lunch on Friday and snacks. If you are interested in participating, contact Roland Behm roland.behm@gmail.com.
Registration deadline is next Sunday, September 23.
WOMEN’S ROUNTABLE RESUMES
Mark your calendar for Women's Roundtable, resuming Monday, September 24, 6:30 p.m. We will meet on the fourth Monday of the month (September-November and January-April) for fellowship, dinner and inspired conversation and feature a guest speaker addressing a topic affecting our lives, either personally or as part of the world around us. Our September host: Sarah Brownlee, 1046 Bellevue Dr. Atlanta, 30306. For more information, contact Anne Barnette sawyerbarnette@earthlink.net or 404.713.6086.
ANNUAL CLIFTON CELEBRATION
MPC will join others on Sunday evening, September 30 to celebrate the men who have graduated from Clifton Sanctuary Ministries this year. Contact shepherd David Johnston dmjohnst@gmail.com to join the MPC table. Celebration begins at 6 p.m. at North Avenue Presbyterian Church.
JUNGLE JAM
Back by popular request, MPP’s Jungle Jam will be October 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., so mark your calendars and bring friends and family to this fun event! If you would like to volunteer at the event, contact Sarah Tomaka, Preschool Director, at mpp @morningsidepc.org 404.685.8758. Jungle Jam is sure to be a great day, and we’re looking forward to spending it with your family!
YOGA AND TAI CHI TUESDAYS @ MPC
Pam Sharpe, MPC member and certified yoga teacher, offers gentle yoga at 11 a.m. Contact Pam at yogapam @bellsouth.net. The Tai Chi class meets at 4:30 p.m. For more information, contact MPC member Bob Wells wellscom@comcast.net.
Christian Education at Morningside
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in room 201
Next Sunday, September 23, our class will have a "Meet Drew Stockstill" opportunity.
The following Sunday, September 30, our class will be led by The (newly) Reverend
Drew Stockstill.
Children’s Classes
The story Adam and Eve introduces Preschoolers to what happened when God added humans to Creation. K-1st, and 2nd-3rd grade classes will study Exodus 25:1-9. They will talk about the gifts they might make in thanks to God. The Older Elementary class will experience a lesson on Music as a component of Worship.
Our Daily Bread Devotionals are available in the Narthex and Welcome Center.
Sunday, SEPTEMBER 16
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
New Member Class
10:35 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
12:30 p.m. Post-sermon discussion
12:45 p.m. RHO Readers
2 p.m. Venture Crew
5-7 p.m. Youth Group
8 p.m. Braves Game
Monday, SEPTEMBER 17
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
7 p.m. Session meeting, Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
11 a.m. Yoga
4:30 p.m. Tai Chi
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. LGBT & Friends
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
12 noon One Gray Hair Lunch
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
Saturday, September 22
9 a.m. AA Meeting
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Big Fun
6 p.m. Clifton Sanctuary
Sunday, September 23
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Worship with Baptism
12 noon Fellowship
12:30 p.m. Post-sermon discussion
3 p.m. Ordination Service
5-7 p.m. Youth Group
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