September 27, 2012
Life@Morningside for September 30, 2012
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, CONGREGATIONAL MEETING, YOUTH GROUP, THEOLOGY ON TAP, DINE OUT OCTOBER 2, WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS BIBLE STUDY, PEACEMAKING OFFERING, OFFICER NOMINATING COMMITTEE, JUNGLE JAM, SUPPORT MEN AT JOURNEY SHELTER, LGBT & FRIENDS, AIDS WALK, LET'S BUILD A PLAYGROUND!, SCOTTISH PLAY, FALL RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS, MORNINGSIDE "CARMEN" OUTING, THINKING THEOLOGICALLY ABOUT MODERN LIFE SERMON SERIES, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
September 30, 2012
Baron Mullis preaching
"Thinking Theologically About Modern Life" Sermon Series
IV. - "The Sex Sermon"
Texts: Matthew 22:34-40; 1 Corinthians 13
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
The session has called a congregational meeting following worship today for the purposes of hearing an interactive reading of the Strategic Plan the Session has been working on since January. This meeting will take place following worship and will run about 20 minutes. The Session really wants your feedback in setting the direction for the congregation for the years to come. Child care is provided.
YOUTH GROUP
The youth will meet from 5 to 7 p.m. tonight for supper, group games and the activity “Good/Abundant Life.” Please bring recent magazines for “Good Life” activity. Magazines will be cut and should be appropriate for 11 years and up! For more information contact Chris Peters at chrispeters @morningsidepc.org.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
The men of Morningside will meet at 7 p.m. this Tuesday, October 2 for dinner, fellowship, and a faith-oriented discussion led by Baron Mullis at the home of Michael Siedschlag and Jeff Peters (1812 Meadowdale Avenue, NE 30306). RSVP to the church office office@morningsidepc.org.
DINE OUT OCTOBER 2
Support the preschool by dining at El Taco (1186 N. Highland) this Tuesday, October 2. Ten percent of the night’s profits will go to MPP (tell El Taco you are with MPP).
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS BIBLE STUDY
This small group gets together the first and third Wednesdays of every month to study God's Word. Meeting in members' homes on a rotational basis, the hour or so that we spend in fellowship is a blessing to all. If you would like to attend this Wednesday, October 3 meeting or for more information, email Link Marx at fmarx225 @yahoo.com.
PEACEMAKING OFFERING
Next Sunday, October 7, MPC will join churches around the world as we receive the Peacemaking Offering. 25 percent goes toward local efforts, 25 percent goes to the Peacemaking efforts of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta and 50 percent goes to worldwide efforts of the PC(USA). Read of these efforts in this week's insert and give generously next Sunday.
OFFICER NOMINATING COMMITTEE
It's time to nominate Elders for the Session and Deacons for the Board of Deacons. On October 7 and 14, nomination forms will be in the bulletin, the Narthex and the Welcome Center. This is your opportunity to nominate someone to be a candidate for office. Please prayerfully consider your nominee(s), then ask their permission before you submit their name for consideration to the Officer Nominating Committee. You can turn in nomination forms to the church office, place them in the offering plate or put them in one of the boxes in the Narthex and Welcome Center. The Officer Nominating Committee will announce the final slate of officers at the end of October.
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!
SUPPORT MEN AT JOURNEY SHELTER
On October 14, MPC will provide dinner to the men staying at Journey. Sign up to provide one of the dishes by contacting Curt Barrett emailcurt@mindspring.com. Needed are - main dish (15); main dish (15); starch (30); veggie (30); salad (30); bread (30); dessert (30); and drinks (30). You can learn more about the good work being done at the Journey shelter by visiting www.journeyeee.org.
LGBT & FRIENDS
All are invited to join LGBT & Friends on Tuesday, October 16 as Rob Payne facilitates this month’s discussion: “The Complexities of Voting Gay and Christian in the 2012 Election.” LGBT & Friends welcomes all who wish to grow and be energized through Christian fellowship and service. The meeting, including dinner, will be at the home of Rob Payne (1095 Balmoral Rd, 30319), 7 - 9 p.m. RSVP to Michael Siedschlag (michaelmspnyc@yahoo.com or 404.254.0706).
AIDS WALK
Join the MPC walking team or make a donation to the 2012 AIDS Walk Atlanta on Sunday, October 21, 2 p.m. Contact Keith Blount, Team Captain, with questions at bkeithblount @gmail.com. Thanks for your participation.
LET’S BUILD A PLAYGROUND!
MPC will partner with local 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.
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 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.
MORNINGSIDE “CARMEN” OUTING
MPC will have a group outing to see Atlanta Opera’s 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.
"THINKING THEOLOGICALLY ABOUT MODERN LIFE" SERMON SERIES - DR. BARON MULLIS PREACHING
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, October 7, our class will be led by newly ordained Drew Stockstill, and his topic will be "The Book of the Twelve:" The Voices of Israel's Prophets. Join Morningside's Adult Sunday School class this fall as we explore the rich texts of ancient Israel's prophets.
Children’s Classes
Today our Preschoolers will hear A Very Sad Day and learn what happened when Adam and Eve disobeyed God. K-1st and 2nd & 3rd grade classes will study I Samuel 4-6 and learn how the Philistines defeated the Israelites and captured The Ark of the Covenant. The older elementary class will study Communion as a component of Worship.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Congregational Meeting with
Fellowship immediately following
12:30 p.m. Post-sermon discussion
2 p.m. Venture Crew
5-7 p.m. Youth Group
6 p.m. Clifton Graduation Dinner
MONDAY, OCTOBER 1
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
11 a.m. Yoga
4:30 p.m. Tai Chi
5-10 p.m. MPP Dine Out
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. MLPA Zoning; Theology on Tap
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Public Safety
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6
9 a.m. AA Meeting
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Worship/Communion
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Deacons
12:30 p.m. Post-sermon discussion
5-7 p.m. Youth Group
GIVING UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$14,151
Received 09/23/12—$8,604
Needed Year to Date—$551,887
Received Year to Date—$519,544
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, CONGREGATIONAL MEETING, YOUTH GROUP, THEOLOGY ON TAP, DINE OUT OCTOBER 2, WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS BIBLE STUDY, PEACEMAKING OFFERING, OFFICER NOMINATING COMMITTEE, JUNGLE JAM, SUPPORT MEN AT JOURNEY SHELTER, LGBT & FRIENDS, AIDS WALK, LET'S BUILD A PLAYGROUND!, SCOTTISH PLAY, FALL RETREAT IN THE MOUNTAINS, MORNINGSIDE "CARMEN" OUTING, THINKING THEOLOGICALLY ABOUT MODERN LIFE SERMON SERIES, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING UPDATE
Life@Morningside
September 30, 2012
Baron Mullis preaching
"Thinking Theologically About Modern Life" Sermon Series
IV. - "The Sex Sermon"
Texts: Matthew 22:34-40; 1 Corinthians 13
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
The session has called a congregational meeting following worship today for the purposes of hearing an interactive reading of the Strategic Plan the Session has been working on since January. This meeting will take place following worship and will run about 20 minutes. The Session really wants your feedback in setting the direction for the congregation for the years to come. Child care is provided.
YOUTH GROUP
The youth will meet from 5 to 7 p.m. tonight for supper, group games and the activity “Good/Abundant Life.” Please bring recent magazines for “Good Life” activity. Magazines will be cut and should be appropriate for 11 years and up! For more information contact Chris Peters at chrispeters @morningsidepc.org.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
The men of Morningside will meet at 7 p.m. this Tuesday, October 2 for dinner, fellowship, and a faith-oriented discussion led by Baron Mullis at the home of Michael Siedschlag and Jeff Peters (1812 Meadowdale Avenue, NE 30306). RSVP to the church office office@morningsidepc.org.
DINE OUT OCTOBER 2
Support the preschool by dining at El Taco (1186 N. Highland) this Tuesday, October 2. Ten percent of the night’s profits will go to MPP (tell El Taco you are with MPP).
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS BIBLE STUDY
This small group gets together the first and third Wednesdays of every month to study God's Word. Meeting in members' homes on a rotational basis, the hour or so that we spend in fellowship is a blessing to all. If you would like to attend this Wednesday, October 3 meeting or for more information, email Link Marx at fmarx225 @yahoo.com.
PEACEMAKING OFFERING
Next Sunday, October 7, MPC will join churches around the world as we receive the Peacemaking Offering. 25 percent goes toward local efforts, 25 percent goes to the Peacemaking efforts of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta and 50 percent goes to worldwide efforts of the PC(USA). Read of these efforts in this week's insert and give generously next Sunday.
OFFICER NOMINATING COMMITTEE
It's time to nominate Elders for the Session and Deacons for the Board of Deacons. On October 7 and 14, nomination forms will be in the bulletin, the Narthex and the Welcome Center. This is your opportunity to nominate someone to be a candidate for office. Please prayerfully consider your nominee(s), then ask their permission before you submit their name for consideration to the Officer Nominating Committee. You can turn in nomination forms to the church office, place them in the offering plate or put them in one of the boxes in the Narthex and Welcome Center. The Officer Nominating Committee will announce the final slate of officers at the end of October.
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!
SUPPORT MEN AT JOURNEY SHELTER
On October 14, MPC will provide dinner to the men staying at Journey. Sign up to provide one of the dishes by contacting Curt Barrett emailcurt@mindspring.com. Needed are - main dish (15); main dish (15); starch (30); veggie (30); salad (30); bread (30); dessert (30); and drinks (30). You can learn more about the good work being done at the Journey shelter by visiting www.journeyeee.org.
LGBT & FRIENDS
All are invited to join LGBT & Friends on Tuesday, October 16 as Rob Payne facilitates this month’s discussion: “The Complexities of Voting Gay and Christian in the 2012 Election.” LGBT & Friends welcomes all who wish to grow and be energized through Christian fellowship and service. The meeting, including dinner, will be at the home of Rob Payne (1095 Balmoral Rd, 30319), 7 - 9 p.m. RSVP to Michael Siedschlag (michaelmspnyc@yahoo.com or 404.254.0706).
AIDS WALK
Join the MPC walking team or make a donation to the 2012 AIDS Walk Atlanta on Sunday, October 21, 2 p.m. Contact Keith Blount, Team Captain, with questions at bkeithblount @gmail.com. Thanks for your participation.
LET’S BUILD A PLAYGROUND!
MPC will partner with local 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.
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 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.
MORNINGSIDE “CARMEN” OUTING
MPC will have a group outing to see Atlanta Opera’s 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.
"THINKING THEOLOGICALLY ABOUT MODERN LIFE" SERMON SERIES - DR. BARON MULLIS PREACHING
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, October 7, our class will be led by newly ordained Drew Stockstill, and his topic will be "The Book of the Twelve:" The Voices of Israel's Prophets. Join Morningside's Adult Sunday School class this fall as we explore the rich texts of ancient Israel's prophets.
Children’s Classes
Today our Preschoolers will hear A Very Sad Day and learn what happened when Adam and Eve disobeyed God. K-1st and 2nd & 3rd grade classes will study I Samuel 4-6 and learn how the Philistines defeated the Israelites and captured The Ark of the Covenant. The older elementary class will study Communion as a component of Worship.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Congregational Meeting with
Fellowship immediately following
12:30 p.m. Post-sermon discussion
2 p.m. Venture Crew
5-7 p.m. Youth Group
6 p.m. Clifton Graduation Dinner
MONDAY, OCTOBER 1
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
11 a.m. Yoga
4:30 p.m. Tai Chi
5-10 p.m. MPP Dine Out
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. MLPA Zoning; Theology on Tap
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Public Safety
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Morningside Preschool
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6
9 a.m. AA Meeting
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Worship/Communion
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Deacons
12:30 p.m. Post-sermon discussion
5-7 p.m. Youth Group
GIVING UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$14,151
Received 09/23/12—$8,604
Needed Year to Date—$551,887
Received Year to Date—$519,544
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