November 29, 2012
Life@Morningside for December 2, 2012
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, ADVENT BANNERS, YOUTH GROUP, GIFT PARENTS WITH A FREE HOLIDAY BABYSITTING EVENING, THEOLOGY ON TAP, SPECIAL MUSIC SUNDAY-DECEMBER 9, FAMILY CHRISTMAS TREE, ATLANTA OPERA CHRISTMAS CONCERT, LYDIA CIRCLE, COUPLES GROUP, ANNUAL CANNED FOOD DRIVE, LGBT & FRIENDS, CHRISTMAS PAGEANT VOLUNTEERS, SOUP & CHILI DINNER AT THE CAROL SING, EARLY CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP FOR FAMILIES, 8 P.M. CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE OF LESSONS AND CAROLS, CONGRATULATIONS TO, OUR SYMPATHY TO
Life@Morningside
December 2, 2012
Baron Mullis preaching
"Christ Is Lord"
Texts - Isaiah 65:17-25; Luke 21:5-19
ADVENT BANNERS
Advent means a “coming” or “arrival.” The Advent banners represent the coming of the promises of God through Christ Jesus. The title of the banners is “Heart Root Promises of God; Hope, Peace, Joy, Love.” Using purple batiks, the living, powerful energy of the Holy Spirit represents bringing forth the promises through Christ into the world. Colors of green, blue, pink and gold batiks represent the power and ever-continuing evolution of these promises.
YOUTH GROUP
Next Sunday, December 9 the youth will have their annual Christmas party from 5 to 7 p.m. Youth and advisors are encouraged to bring a wrapped $10 gift for a “White Elephant” gift exchange! For more information, contact Chris Peters chrispeters @morningsidepc.org.
GIFT PARENTS WITH A FREE HOLIDAY BABYSITTING EVENING
Tomorrow we offer a gift to the community of three hours of free babysitting from 5 to 8 p.m. for kids three months old through 5th grade. We will serve pizza and have age-appropriate activities. We can't make this happen without our volunteers! A few more are still needed! Sign up today at church or contact Jennifer James jennjames@comcast.net.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Our next Theology on Tap will be hosted by Richard Brownlee (1046 Bellevue Drive, 30306) this Tuesday, December 4 at 7 p.m. Baron Mullis will lead the discussion topic “Is It Too Early To Talk About Politics Yet?” RSVP to the church office office@morningsidepc.org.
SPECIAL MUSIC SUNDAY-DECEMBER 9
Next Sunday, December 9, the Chancel Choir will present "Great Music of Christmas" during the 11:00 worship hour, as a Special Music Service. Walter Huff and the choir have previously offered this type of program two times in the past decade, and these events were extremely popular. Offering a wide range of sacred Christmas music, the program will include selections from Handel's Messiah, the Bach and Rutter Magnificats, and Saint-Saëns' Christmas Oratorio - plus a lively Nativity spiritual (Round the Glory Manger) and a Carol Fantasia by Gustav Holst. Guest soloists will be Carrie Kahl and Kristin Vienneau with Mark Mashburn, trumpet. Invite your family and friends for an inspiring musical service in our fully decorated sanctuary.
FAMILY CHRISTMAS TREE
We're inviting members of our faith community to contribute one, non-breakable ornament to decorate a large, live tree in Fellowship Hall. Place your special ornament in the collection baskets around the church December 2-9. Tree decorating is December 12.
ATLANTA OPERA CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Purchase your tickets now for the Monday, December 10 concert at All Saints' Episcopal, performed by eight members of the Atlanta Opera Chorus and led by our own Walter Huff. Some of the featured singers will include Tami Giusto, Megan Mashburn, and Tim Miller. Once you have tickets through All Saints website, let the church office know, and we will pick a place to enjoy dinner before the show. This concert will sell out!
LYDIA CIRCLE
Lydia Circle, a group of young female professionals and moms, welcomes members and visitors of MPC to join them on Thursday, December 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the home of Lele Ruby (1797 Meadowdale Ave, 30306). Email Tara Parrish taraparrish@bellsouth.net to RSVP and for any other details.
COUPLES GROUP
Our Couples Group will meet at 7 p.m. on Friday, December 14, at the home of Kathy and Alan Bremer (785 Cumberland Rd., 30306). All couples welcome. RSVP to kdbremer @bellsouth.net.
ANNUAL CANNED FOOD DRIVE
Through December 14 we will be filling the Atlanta Community Food Bank barrels at MPC. Requested items can be found on the barrels and the church website. Last year MPC helped ACFB feed an estimated 600,000 - 50 percent of who were children and at least 10% were elderly.
LGBT & FRIENDS
All are invited to join LGBT & Friends for its Potluck Dinner Christmas Gathering on Saturday, December 15. LGBT & Friends welcomes all who wish to grow and be energized through Christian fellowship and service. The Christmas gathering will be at the home of Jeff Peters and Michael Siedschlag (1812 Meadowdale Ave., 30306) from 7 to 10 p.m. RSVP to Michael Siedschlag (michaelmspnyc@yahoo.com or 404.254.0706).
CHRISTMAS PAGEANT VOLUNTEERS
We invite you to help with prop workdays, sewing or hemming costumes. Those who can volunteer as stage hands are needed for a two-hour rehearsal on Saturday, December 15 and the evening of the December 16 pageant. To volunteer contact Melinda Sandkam msandkam @morningsidepc.org.
SOUP & CHILI DINNER AT THE CAROL SING
Volunteers are needed to provide a pot of soup/chili for dinner following the pageant in the Fellowship Hall. To volunteer contact Amanda Lewis amandaslewis4@gmail.com.
EARLY CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP FOR FAMILIES
Elementary age children are invited to participate in the 4 p.m. Christmas Eve service as liturgists and nativity scene characters. You must be able to make a practice on Sunday afternoon, December 23, from 3 to 5 p.m. and arrive at 3 p.m. on the 24th. If your child would like to be a part of this family-friendly service, contact Melinda Sandkam msandkam@morningsidepc.org today. Children and grown-ups of all ages are welcome to attend! (A nursery is provided for any little ones.)
8 P.M. CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE OF LESSONS AND CAROLS
Experience one of Atlanta’s great Christmas Eve traditions as our Chancel Choir, choir alumni and guest instrumentalists combine in offering an evening rich with variety, drama, and the beauty of our candlelit sanctuary.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
Leigh Del Grosso and John Benzinger on the birth of their son, Lucas William Benzinger, on November 27.
OUR SYMPATHY TO
Cliff Burt on the recent death of his mother, Juanita Burt, on Thanksgiving morning.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201
Next Sunday, December 9, our class will be led by Drew Stockstill, and his topic will be The History and Theology of Advent. Everyone is invited to join Morningside's Adult Sunday School class.
Children’s Classes
The Pre-K Class will hear The Good News, a story about the birth of Jesus. Elementary classes will study Isaiah's promise that God would send a messiah. The K-1st class will focus on "waiting" and the 2nd-3rd class will create a family tree for Jesus. 4th & 5th graders will attend worship.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Worship with Communion/Children’s Choirs
12 noon Fellowship
12:30 p.m. Deacon/Elder Training
2 p.m. Venture Crew
5 p.m. Youth Group
MONDAY, DECEMBER 3
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9 a.m. MPP
5-8 p.m. Free Holiday Babysitting
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9 a.m. MPP
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Theology on Tap; MLPA Zoning
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9 a.m. MPP
12 noon DFCS Retirees Lunch
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7 p.m. Wonderful Wednesdays
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9:15 a.m. MPP Prospective Parent Tour
9 a.m. MPP
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir; Chancel Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Public Safety
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9 a.m. MPP
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9 a.m. AA Meeting
10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Special Music Sunday Rehearsal
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Special Music Sunday
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Deacons Meeting
1 p.m. Deacons Training
2 p.m. Venture Crew
5 p.m. Youth Group Christmas Party
6 p.m. Journey
GIVING AND ATTENDANCE UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$14,151
Received 11/25/12—$26,337
Needed Year to Date—$679,245
Received Year to Date—$649,080
Worship Count—194
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, ADVENT BANNERS, YOUTH GROUP, GIFT PARENTS WITH A FREE HOLIDAY BABYSITTING EVENING, THEOLOGY ON TAP, SPECIAL MUSIC SUNDAY-DECEMBER 9, FAMILY CHRISTMAS TREE, ATLANTA OPERA CHRISTMAS CONCERT, LYDIA CIRCLE, COUPLES GROUP, ANNUAL CANNED FOOD DRIVE, LGBT & FRIENDS, CHRISTMAS PAGEANT VOLUNTEERS, SOUP & CHILI DINNER AT THE CAROL SING, EARLY CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP FOR FAMILIES, 8 P.M. CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE OF LESSONS AND CAROLS, CONGRATULATIONS TO, OUR SYMPATHY TO
Life@Morningside
December 2, 2012
Baron Mullis preaching
"Christ Is Lord"
Texts - Isaiah 65:17-25; Luke 21:5-19
ADVENT BANNERS
Advent means a “coming” or “arrival.” The Advent banners represent the coming of the promises of God through Christ Jesus. The title of the banners is “Heart Root Promises of God; Hope, Peace, Joy, Love.” Using purple batiks, the living, powerful energy of the Holy Spirit represents bringing forth the promises through Christ into the world. Colors of green, blue, pink and gold batiks represent the power and ever-continuing evolution of these promises.
YOUTH GROUP
Next Sunday, December 9 the youth will have their annual Christmas party from 5 to 7 p.m. Youth and advisors are encouraged to bring a wrapped $10 gift for a “White Elephant” gift exchange! For more information, contact Chris Peters chrispeters @morningsidepc.org.
GIFT PARENTS WITH A FREE HOLIDAY BABYSITTING EVENING
Tomorrow we offer a gift to the community of three hours of free babysitting from 5 to 8 p.m. for kids three months old through 5th grade. We will serve pizza and have age-appropriate activities. We can't make this happen without our volunteers! A few more are still needed! Sign up today at church or contact Jennifer James jennjames@comcast.net.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
Our next Theology on Tap will be hosted by Richard Brownlee (1046 Bellevue Drive, 30306) this Tuesday, December 4 at 7 p.m. Baron Mullis will lead the discussion topic “Is It Too Early To Talk About Politics Yet?” RSVP to the church office office@morningsidepc.org.
SPECIAL MUSIC SUNDAY-DECEMBER 9
Next Sunday, December 9, the Chancel Choir will present "Great Music of Christmas" during the 11:00 worship hour, as a Special Music Service. Walter Huff and the choir have previously offered this type of program two times in the past decade, and these events were extremely popular. Offering a wide range of sacred Christmas music, the program will include selections from Handel's Messiah, the Bach and Rutter Magnificats, and Saint-Saëns' Christmas Oratorio - plus a lively Nativity spiritual (Round the Glory Manger) and a Carol Fantasia by Gustav Holst. Guest soloists will be Carrie Kahl and Kristin Vienneau with Mark Mashburn, trumpet. Invite your family and friends for an inspiring musical service in our fully decorated sanctuary.
FAMILY CHRISTMAS TREE
We're inviting members of our faith community to contribute one, non-breakable ornament to decorate a large, live tree in Fellowship Hall. Place your special ornament in the collection baskets around the church December 2-9. Tree decorating is December 12.
ATLANTA OPERA CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Purchase your tickets now for the Monday, December 10 concert at All Saints' Episcopal, performed by eight members of the Atlanta Opera Chorus and led by our own Walter Huff. Some of the featured singers will include Tami Giusto, Megan Mashburn, and Tim Miller. Once you have tickets through All Saints website, let the church office know, and we will pick a place to enjoy dinner before the show. This concert will sell out!
LYDIA CIRCLE
Lydia Circle, a group of young female professionals and moms, welcomes members and visitors of MPC to join them on Thursday, December 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the home of Lele Ruby (1797 Meadowdale Ave, 30306). Email Tara Parrish taraparrish@bellsouth.net to RSVP and for any other details.
COUPLES GROUP
Our Couples Group will meet at 7 p.m. on Friday, December 14, at the home of Kathy and Alan Bremer (785 Cumberland Rd., 30306). All couples welcome. RSVP to kdbremer @bellsouth.net.
ANNUAL CANNED FOOD DRIVE
Through December 14 we will be filling the Atlanta Community Food Bank barrels at MPC. Requested items can be found on the barrels and the church website. Last year MPC helped ACFB feed an estimated 600,000 - 50 percent of who were children and at least 10% were elderly.
LGBT & FRIENDS
All are invited to join LGBT & Friends for its Potluck Dinner Christmas Gathering on Saturday, December 15. LGBT & Friends welcomes all who wish to grow and be energized through Christian fellowship and service. The Christmas gathering will be at the home of Jeff Peters and Michael Siedschlag (1812 Meadowdale Ave., 30306) from 7 to 10 p.m. RSVP to Michael Siedschlag (michaelmspnyc@yahoo.com or 404.254.0706).
CHRISTMAS PAGEANT VOLUNTEERS
We invite you to help with prop workdays, sewing or hemming costumes. Those who can volunteer as stage hands are needed for a two-hour rehearsal on Saturday, December 15 and the evening of the December 16 pageant. To volunteer contact Melinda Sandkam msandkam @morningsidepc.org.
SOUP & CHILI DINNER AT THE CAROL SING
Volunteers are needed to provide a pot of soup/chili for dinner following the pageant in the Fellowship Hall. To volunteer contact Amanda Lewis amandaslewis4@gmail.com.
EARLY CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP FOR FAMILIES
Elementary age children are invited to participate in the 4 p.m. Christmas Eve service as liturgists and nativity scene characters. You must be able to make a practice on Sunday afternoon, December 23, from 3 to 5 p.m. and arrive at 3 p.m. on the 24th. If your child would like to be a part of this family-friendly service, contact Melinda Sandkam msandkam@morningsidepc.org today. Children and grown-ups of all ages are welcome to attend! (A nursery is provided for any little ones.)
8 P.M. CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE OF LESSONS AND CAROLS
Experience one of Atlanta’s great Christmas Eve traditions as our Chancel Choir, choir alumni and guest instrumentalists combine in offering an evening rich with variety, drama, and the beauty of our candlelit sanctuary.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
Leigh Del Grosso and John Benzinger on the birth of their son, Lucas William Benzinger, on November 27.
OUR SYMPATHY TO
Cliff Burt on the recent death of his mother, Juanita Burt, on Thanksgiving morning.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201
Next Sunday, December 9, our class will be led by Drew Stockstill, and his topic will be The History and Theology of Advent. Everyone is invited to join Morningside's Adult Sunday School class.
Children’s Classes
The Pre-K Class will hear The Good News, a story about the birth of Jesus. Elementary classes will study Isaiah's promise that God would send a messiah. The K-1st class will focus on "waiting" and the 2nd-3rd class will create a family tree for Jesus. 4th & 5th graders will attend worship.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Worship with Communion/Children’s Choirs
12 noon Fellowship
12:30 p.m. Deacon/Elder Training
2 p.m. Venture Crew
5 p.m. Youth Group
MONDAY, DECEMBER 3
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9 a.m. MPP
5-8 p.m. Free Holiday Babysitting
7 p.m. Mandolin Society
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9 a.m. MPP
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
7 p.m. Theology on Tap; MLPA Zoning
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9 a.m. MPP
12 noon DFCS Retirees Lunch
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
6:30 p.m. Treble Choir
7 p.m. Wonderful Wednesdays
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9:15 a.m. MPP Prospective Parent Tour
9 a.m. MPP
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir; Chancel Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Public Safety
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9 a.m. MPP
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9 a.m. AA Meeting
10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Special Music Sunday Rehearsal
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9
Atlanta Food Bank Collection
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for all ages
11 a.m. Special Music Sunday
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Deacons Meeting
1 p.m. Deacons Training
2 p.m. Venture Crew
5 p.m. Youth Group Christmas Party
6 p.m. Journey
GIVING AND ATTENDANCE UPDATE
Needed Weekly—$14,151
Received 11/25/12—$26,337
Needed Year to Date—$679,245
Received Year to Date—$649,080
Worship Count—194
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