September 20, 2012
Life@Morningside for September 23, 2012
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, BAPTISM THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY, ORDINATION OF DREW STOCKSTILL, WELCOME GUEST ORGANIST, LAY READER, YOUTH GROUP, FALL RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS, WELCOME NEW MEMBERS, THEOLOGY ON TAP, SCOTTISH PLAY, FALL MISSION TRIP, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE, ANNUAL CLIFTON CELEBRATION, DINE OUT OCTOBER 2, JUNGLE JAM, AIDS WALK, LET'S BUILD A PLAYGROUND!, MORNINGSIDE "CARMEN" OUTING, SERMON SERIES, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
September 23, 2012
Baron Mullis preaching
"Thinking Theologically About Modern Life" Sermon Series
III. - "The Money Sermon"
Texts: Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Luke 12:41-48
BAPTISM THIS SUNDAY
Eva and Carolyn Terry, daughters of David and Emilee Terry, will receive the sacrament of baptism today.
FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY
The flowers in the sanctuary are given by the Morningside congregation to the glory of God and in honor of Drew Stockstill's ordination this afternoon.
ORDINATION OF DREW STOCKSTILL
Please plan to be at Morningside for a service of worship at 3 p.m. today as we celebrate the ordination of Drew Stockstill. Drew is joining Morningside's staff as our Minister of Adult Education and Young Adults. Let's surround Drew with our prayers and our support as this special service is a once-in-a-lifetime event for Drew!
WELCOME GUEST ORGANIST
We welcome Charles Redmon as our guest organist/choirmaster today. Since 1978 he has served two local congregations of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and is a board member of the Atlanta Chapter of The American Guild of Organists. In addition, Charles is currently beginning his thirty-ninth season with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus. Thank you Charles for sharing your musical gifts with us this day.
LAY READER
In keeping with the Presbyterian tenet of the priesthood of all believers, Morningside members participate regularly in worship leadership. This Sunday's lay reader is Sarah Mercer Chatel.
YOUTH GROUP
Morningside Youth meets from 5-7 p.m. tonight, and we'll kick off a new service initiative and head across the street for a cookout at Lynsley Tyler's. RSVP to Chris at chrispeters@morningsidepc.org.
FALL RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS
We are accepting late registrations for our church retreat in Montreat, NC, October 19-21. Be sure to sign up ASAP. 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.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Last Sunday, Morningside welcomed the following new members: David and Natalie Batchelor, Anne and David Dantzler, Natalie Holler, John Macaulay, Suzanne Macpherson and Tyler Ryan (and their children, Sophie, Vanessa, and Bridget) and Douglas Selph. Please be sure to give them a warm MPC welcome the next time you see them.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
The men of Morningside will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 2 for dinner, fellowship, and a faith-oriented discussion led by Baron Mullis. For more information, contact the church office office@morningsidepc.org.
SCOTTISH PLAY
Morningside has reserved group tickets for the 2 p.m. performance of “Macbeth” at Georgia Shakespeare on Sunday, October 28. Turn in your $30 check to Melinda Sandkam by October 14 to reserve your seat.
FALL MISSION TRIP
We invite you to join us this fall as we work with Habitat for Humanity and Rebuilding Hope in New Orleans. 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 today.
WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE RESUMES
Women's Roundtable will meet at Sarah Brownlee’s home (1046 Bellevue Dr. 30306) tomorrow, September 24, at 6:30 p.m. We will continue meeting on the fourth Monday of the month for fellowship, dinner and inspired conversation and will feature a guest speaker. For more information, contact Anne Barnette 404.713.6086.
ANNUAL CLIFTON CELEBRATION
MPC will join others next 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.
DINE OUT OCTOBER 2
Support the preschool by dining at El Taco (1186 N. Highland) on Tuesday, October 2. Ten percent of the night’s profits will go to MPP.
JUNGLE JAM
Back by popular request, MPP’s Jungle Jam will be Saturday, October 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., so mark your calendars and bring friends and family to this fun event! If you can 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!
AIDS WALK
Join the MPC team or make a donation to 2012 AIDS Walk Atlanta Sunday, October 21, 2 p.m. Search for Morningside Presbyterian Church at www.aidswalkatlanta.com. Contact Keith Blount, Team Captain, with any questions at bkeithblount@gmail.com or 404.277.2767. Thanks for your participation.
LET’S BUILD A PLAYGROUND!
MPC will partner with Peachtree, Northwest, and Shallowford churches to help the congregation of El Nazareno Presbyterian to create a playground for the community in Hapeville on Saturday, October 27, 8-4 p.m. For more information or to volunteer to help, contact shepherds Jack Klotz jacksklotz@gmail.com and Lloyd Prince lloydprince@comcast.net.
MORNINGSIDE “CARMEN” OUTING
MPC will have a group outing to hear Carmen on Friday, November 16, at 8 p.m. The performance will be at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on Cobb Galleria Parkway. Tickets are on the floor in the orchestra, section D, and the price is $40.80. To reserve your tickets or for more information, contact Sarah Brownlee at rsbrownlee1046@att.net.
SERMON SERIES
Thinking Theologically About Modern Life
Dr. Baron Mullis preaching
September 23 - The Money Sermon, Luke 12:41-48
September 30 - The Sex Sermon, 1 Corinthians 13
October 7 - The Politics Sermon, Jeremiah 29:1-7
October 14 - The Earth Sermon, Genesis 1:24-31
Join the post-sermon discussion at 12:30 p.m. in Room 201 each week.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201
Next Sunday, September 30, our class will be led by newly ordained Drew Stockstill.
Children’s Classes
The Preschool Class will discuss the way people are to care for God's world as they respond to Take Good Care of My World! The Early Elementary Classes will read Exodus 25:10-22 to learn about how The Ark of the Covenant was built to hold the Tablets of the Law, the Ten Commandments. The 4th & 5th grade classes will study Confession and Assurance of Pardon as components of Worship.
Our Daily Bread Devotionals are available in the Narthex and Welcome Center.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
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
(service initiative starts; group games; cookout at Lynsley Tyler’s house across from MPC)
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
7 p.m. Mandolin Society; Parliamentarians
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
11 a.m. Yoga
4:30 p.m. Tai Chi
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
6 p.m. Health Ministry Partnership for Atlanta Presbytery
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
9 a.m. AA Meeting
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Strategic Planning with Fellowship immediately after
12:30 p.m. Post-sermon discussion
5-7 p.m. Youth Group
6 p.m. Clifton Graduation Dinner
GIVING UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$14,151
Received 09/16/12—$20,738
Needed Year to Date—$537,736
Received Year to Date—$510,940
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, BAPTISM THIS SUNDAY, FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY, ORDINATION OF DREW STOCKSTILL, WELCOME GUEST ORGANIST, LAY READER, YOUTH GROUP, FALL RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS, WELCOME NEW MEMBERS, THEOLOGY ON TAP, SCOTTISH PLAY, FALL MISSION TRIP, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE, ANNUAL CLIFTON CELEBRATION, DINE OUT OCTOBER 2, JUNGLE JAM, AIDS WALK, LET'S BUILD A PLAYGROUND!, MORNINGSIDE "CARMEN" OUTING, SERMON SERIES, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
September 23, 2012
Baron Mullis preaching
"Thinking Theologically About Modern Life" Sermon Series
III. - "The Money Sermon"
Texts: Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Luke 12:41-48
BAPTISM THIS SUNDAY
Eva and Carolyn Terry, daughters of David and Emilee Terry, will receive the sacrament of baptism today.
FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY
The flowers in the sanctuary are given by the Morningside congregation to the glory of God and in honor of Drew Stockstill's ordination this afternoon.
ORDINATION OF DREW STOCKSTILL
Please plan to be at Morningside for a service of worship at 3 p.m. today as we celebrate the ordination of Drew Stockstill. Drew is joining Morningside's staff as our Minister of Adult Education and Young Adults. Let's surround Drew with our prayers and our support as this special service is a once-in-a-lifetime event for Drew!
WELCOME GUEST ORGANIST
We welcome Charles Redmon as our guest organist/choirmaster today. Since 1978 he has served two local congregations of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and is a board member of the Atlanta Chapter of The American Guild of Organists. In addition, Charles is currently beginning his thirty-ninth season with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus. Thank you Charles for sharing your musical gifts with us this day.
LAY READER
In keeping with the Presbyterian tenet of the priesthood of all believers, Morningside members participate regularly in worship leadership. This Sunday's lay reader is Sarah Mercer Chatel.
YOUTH GROUP
Morningside Youth meets from 5-7 p.m. tonight, and we'll kick off a new service initiative and head across the street for a cookout at Lynsley Tyler's. RSVP to Chris at chrispeters@morningsidepc.org.
FALL RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS
We are accepting late registrations for our church retreat in Montreat, NC, October 19-21. Be sure to sign up ASAP. 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.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Last Sunday, Morningside welcomed the following new members: David and Natalie Batchelor, Anne and David Dantzler, Natalie Holler, John Macaulay, Suzanne Macpherson and Tyler Ryan (and their children, Sophie, Vanessa, and Bridget) and Douglas Selph. Please be sure to give them a warm MPC welcome the next time you see them.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
The men of Morningside will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 2 for dinner, fellowship, and a faith-oriented discussion led by Baron Mullis. For more information, contact the church office office@morningsidepc.org.
SCOTTISH PLAY
Morningside has reserved group tickets for the 2 p.m. performance of “Macbeth” at Georgia Shakespeare on Sunday, October 28. Turn in your $30 check to Melinda Sandkam by October 14 to reserve your seat.
FALL MISSION TRIP
We invite you to join us this fall as we work with Habitat for Humanity and Rebuilding Hope in New Orleans. 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 today.
WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE RESUMES
Women's Roundtable will meet at Sarah Brownlee’s home (1046 Bellevue Dr. 30306) tomorrow, September 24, at 6:30 p.m. We will continue meeting on the fourth Monday of the month for fellowship, dinner and inspired conversation and will feature a guest speaker. For more information, contact Anne Barnette 404.713.6086.
ANNUAL CLIFTON CELEBRATION
MPC will join others next 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.
DINE OUT OCTOBER 2
Support the preschool by dining at El Taco (1186 N. Highland) on Tuesday, October 2. Ten percent of the night’s profits will go to MPP.
JUNGLE JAM
Back by popular request, MPP’s Jungle Jam will be Saturday, October 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., so mark your calendars and bring friends and family to this fun event! If you can 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!
AIDS WALK
Join the MPC team or make a donation to 2012 AIDS Walk Atlanta Sunday, October 21, 2 p.m. Search for Morningside Presbyterian Church at www.aidswalkatlanta.com. Contact Keith Blount, Team Captain, with any questions at bkeithblount@gmail.com or 404.277.2767. Thanks for your participation.
LET’S BUILD A PLAYGROUND!
MPC will partner with Peachtree, Northwest, and Shallowford churches to help the congregation of El Nazareno Presbyterian to create a playground for the community in Hapeville on Saturday, October 27, 8-4 p.m. For more information or to volunteer to help, contact shepherds Jack Klotz jacksklotz@gmail.com and Lloyd Prince lloydprince@comcast.net.
MORNINGSIDE “CARMEN” OUTING
MPC will have a group outing to hear Carmen on Friday, November 16, at 8 p.m. The performance will be at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on Cobb Galleria Parkway. Tickets are on the floor in the orchestra, section D, and the price is $40.80. To reserve your tickets or for more information, contact Sarah Brownlee at rsbrownlee1046@att.net.
SERMON SERIES
Thinking Theologically About Modern Life
Dr. Baron Mullis preaching
September 23 - The Money Sermon, Luke 12:41-48
September 30 - The Sex Sermon, 1 Corinthians 13
October 7 - The Politics Sermon, Jeremiah 29:1-7
October 14 - The Earth Sermon, Genesis 1:24-31
Join the post-sermon discussion at 12:30 p.m. in Room 201 each week.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201
Next Sunday, September 30, our class will be led by newly ordained Drew Stockstill.
Children’s Classes
The Preschool Class will discuss the way people are to care for God's world as they respond to Take Good Care of My World! The Early Elementary Classes will read Exodus 25:10-22 to learn about how The Ark of the Covenant was built to hold the Tablets of the Law, the Ten Commandments. The 4th & 5th grade classes will study Confession and Assurance of Pardon as components of Worship.
Our Daily Bread Devotionals are available in the Narthex and Welcome Center.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
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
(service initiative starts; group games; cookout at Lynsley Tyler’s house across from MPC)
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
7 p.m. Mandolin Society; Parliamentarians
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
11 a.m. Yoga
4:30 p.m. Tai Chi
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
6 p.m. Health Ministry Partnership for Atlanta Presbytery
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
9 a.m. AA Meeting
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Strategic Planning with Fellowship immediately after
12:30 p.m. Post-sermon discussion
5-7 p.m. Youth Group
6 p.m. Clifton Graduation Dinner
GIVING UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$14,151
Received 09/16/12—$20,738
Needed Year to Date—$537,736
Received Year to Date—$510,940
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