December 28, 2012
Life@Morningside for December 30, 2012
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, CHRISTMAS DAY-EPIPHANY BANNERS, CHURCH OFFICE, HANDBELL CHOIR, YOUTH GROUP, THEOLOGY ON TAP, GIFTS OF SECURITIES, WINTER DRAMA CAMP, SHEARITH ISRAEL SHELTER FOR WOMEN, MEDITATION GROUP FORMING, YOGA RESUMES, LGBT & FRIENDS, VOLUNTEER ON MLK JR. WEEKEND, CONGRATULATIONS TO, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, THIRD THURSDAY THEOLOGICAL THROWDOWN, SPRING MISSION TRIP
Life@Morningside
December 30, 2012
Drew Stockstill preaching
"Beyond the Manger"
Texts: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26; Luke 2:41-52
CHRISTMAS DAY-EPIPHANY BANNERS
The Christmas Day-Epiphany banners are titled Can You See the Christ? and The Glory of the Lord Came, Christ Jesus. They represent the love, hope, joy and strength of God bringing forth Christ incarnate to the world. The purple shades moving into the vibrant batiks show the arms and heart of God giving the person of Christ to our lives. You can see the powerful love and hope of Jesus in the golds, oranges and intense blues as they rise up from the purples spreading into the world. The gift of Christ given to us on Christmas Day and the recognition of Christ as the Son of God by the Magi with their gifts on Epiphany are represented in both banners.
CHURCH OFFICE
The church office will be closed Tuesday, January 1 in observance of New Year’s Day.
HANDBELL CHOIR
The Morningside Handbell Choir starts a new rehearsal cycle January 3. Handbells are a great way to meet more people at Morningside and to contribute to the Music Ministry. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Jeff Peters, jeffcpeters@gmail.com.
YOUTH GROUP
The youth group is on Christmas break resuming regular meetings on January 6. For more information, contact Chris Peters chrispeters @morningsidepc.org.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
The next meeting of the men of Morningside, Theology on Tap, will be Tuesday, January 8 at 7 p.m. since the first Tuesday of the month is New Year’s Day. Ken Sharpe (1700 Timberland Road, 30345) will be our host. RSVP to the church office office@morningsidepc.org.
GIFTS OF SECURITIES
A number of Morningsiders choose to fulfill their annual pledge or make special gifts to Morningside through the gift of stock or other securities. We are always happy to accept such gifts; we ask only that you notify MPC Treasurer Randy Parrish when you initiate a transfer of securities so that we can make sure you receive proper credit for your gift. Should you have questions or wish to make a gift of securities, email randyparrish@bellsouth.net or call 770.690.4745. We thank you for your continuing support of the work and ministry of Morningside.
WINTER DRAMA CAMP
Calling all 1st-5th graders! MPC is offering a Winter Drama Camp with four practices mid-January and a performance at the Congregational Lunch on February 3. The children will perform Max Lucado's “You Are Special” led by preschool teacher and theater major Amy Lowe. Registration form and $35 fee (payable to MPC) is due this Friday, January 3. Contact Program Director Melinda Sandkam regarding scholarship or for further details. The forms can be found on the MPC website or the nursery bulletin board.
SHEARITH ISRAEL SHELTER FOR WOMEN
We continue to support the Shearith Israel Shelter for Women by providing volunteers each evening for 10 days in January. We will be providing two volunteers each night January 5-14, 6 to 10 p.m. to welcome the residents, serve dinner, clean up and prepare lunches for the following day, as well as visit with the ladies. To sign up, see the bulletin board across from the office or contact MPC shepherd Becky Medearis becky.m.medearis@wellsfargo.com. We are still seeking volunteers for January 5, 6, 8, 9, 11 and 13.
We are also collecting new or gently used gloves, mittens, scarves, hats, women's coats, slippers, socks, Kosher coffee, tea, and hot chocolate for the women at Shearith Israel Shelter. Please place them in the Welcome Center baskets through January 6.
MEDITATION GROUP FORMING
Meditation is an ancient and widespread practice for calming the mind and clearing our perception. It is an effective, some would say indispensable, stepping stone into a deeper spiritual life and has been practiced in Christianity, as well as other traditions, for millennia. Members and guests of Morningside Presbyterian now have the opportunity to take up this valuable practice in a group setting that provides instruction, warm support, and benign discipline. We will begin next Sunday, January 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the Welcome Center. Contact Ken Sharpe kensharpe@bellsouth.net with questions.
YOGA RESUMES
Pam Sharpe, veteran personal trainer and yoga teacher, invites you to join her yoga class on Tuesday mornings 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Classes will begin on January 8, and will include yoga poses that will help students strengthen, lengthen and relax. Contact Pam for more information at 404.321.6630 or yogapam @bellsouth.net.
LGBT & FRIENDS
All are invited to join LGBT & Friends Tuesday, January 15. LGBT & Friends welcomes all who wish to grow and be energized through Christian fellowship and service. Joanna Adams will discuss: “Keeping Up With God:” My Journey as Parent and Pastor on Matters of Sexuality, Ordination, and Same Gender Marriage. The meeting will be at the home of John & Laura Fillyaw, 280 Bruton Way, 30342 from 7 to 9p.m. RSVP to Michael Siedschlag (michaelmspnyc @yahoo.com or 404.254.0706).
VOLUNTEER ON MLK JR. WEEKEND
MPC will participate in assisting seniors with yard work, cleaning and small household repairs through Decatur’s MLK Service Project on Saturday, January 19, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact shepherds Jack Klotz jacksklotz@gmail.com or Lloyd Prince lloydprince@comcast.net to volunteer or sign up on the bulletin board across from the church office.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
Emily and Eric O’Brien on the birth of their daughter, Elizabeth Belle, on December 20 (big brother is Ellis).
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201
Led by Drew Stockstill
Next Sunday, January 6, the class will begin to work through the gospel of Matthew continuing their study each week until Easter. Everyone is invited to join Morningside's Adult Sunday School for the complete study or as your schedule permits.
Children’s Classes
The Pre-K and Elementary classes will study the story of Jesus’ dedication in the Temple. The Older Elementary Class will have a lesson on Worship.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30
10:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
MONDAY, DECEMBER 31
MPP Winter Break
TUESDAY, JANUARY 1
Happy New Year
MPP and Church Office Closed
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2
MPP Winter Break
7 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday
THURSDAY, JANUARY 3
MPP Winter Break
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
6:45 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Public Safety
FRIDAY, JANUARY 4
MPP Winter Break
SATURDAY, JANUARY 5
MPC Volunteers at SIS
9 a.m. AA Meeting
SUNDAY, JANUARY 6
MPC Volunteers at SIS
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship with Communion
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Deacons
2 p.m. Harmony Chorus; Venture Crew
5 p.m. Youth Group
THIRD THURSDAY THEOLOGICAL THROWDOWN
Why a throwdown? Because it began with “th” of course! Starting on January 17, Baron will teach a lunchtime class on the third Thursdays of the month from 12 noon to 1 p.m. Feel free to bring a brown-bag lunch and spend some time thinking about what is important. Our first Theological Throwdown will be around John Dominic Crossan’s provocative and controversial book, The Greatest Prayer: Rediscovering the Revolutionary Message of The LORD’S Prayer. Baron will take a chapter a month for discussion. All are welcome to come, but if you want to order a book through the church, please contact Anna Best office @morningsidepc.org by January 7 to reserve a copy. Childcare by reservation.
SPRING MISSION TRIP
Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/J9JN2LG to complete a brief survey designed to determine interest in, and preferences for, the New Orleans Spring 2013 Mission Trip. Contact MPC Shepherd Roland Behm roland.behm @gmail.com with any questions.
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, CHRISTMAS DAY-EPIPHANY BANNERS, CHURCH OFFICE, HANDBELL CHOIR, YOUTH GROUP, THEOLOGY ON TAP, GIFTS OF SECURITIES, WINTER DRAMA CAMP, SHEARITH ISRAEL SHELTER FOR WOMEN, MEDITATION GROUP FORMING, YOGA RESUMES, LGBT & FRIENDS, VOLUNTEER ON MLK JR. WEEKEND, CONGRATULATIONS TO, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, THIRD THURSDAY THEOLOGICAL THROWDOWN, SPRING MISSION TRIP
Life@Morningside
December 30, 2012
Drew Stockstill preaching
"Beyond the Manger"
Texts: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26; Luke 2:41-52
CHRISTMAS DAY-EPIPHANY BANNERS
The Christmas Day-Epiphany banners are titled Can You See the Christ? and The Glory of the Lord Came, Christ Jesus. They represent the love, hope, joy and strength of God bringing forth Christ incarnate to the world. The purple shades moving into the vibrant batiks show the arms and heart of God giving the person of Christ to our lives. You can see the powerful love and hope of Jesus in the golds, oranges and intense blues as they rise up from the purples spreading into the world. The gift of Christ given to us on Christmas Day and the recognition of Christ as the Son of God by the Magi with their gifts on Epiphany are represented in both banners.
CHURCH OFFICE
The church office will be closed Tuesday, January 1 in observance of New Year’s Day.
HANDBELL CHOIR
The Morningside Handbell Choir starts a new rehearsal cycle January 3. Handbells are a great way to meet more people at Morningside and to contribute to the Music Ministry. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Jeff Peters, jeffcpeters@gmail.com.
YOUTH GROUP
The youth group is on Christmas break resuming regular meetings on January 6. For more information, contact Chris Peters chrispeters @morningsidepc.org.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
The next meeting of the men of Morningside, Theology on Tap, will be Tuesday, January 8 at 7 p.m. since the first Tuesday of the month is New Year’s Day. Ken Sharpe (1700 Timberland Road, 30345) will be our host. RSVP to the church office office@morningsidepc.org.
GIFTS OF SECURITIES
A number of Morningsiders choose to fulfill their annual pledge or make special gifts to Morningside through the gift of stock or other securities. We are always happy to accept such gifts; we ask only that you notify MPC Treasurer Randy Parrish when you initiate a transfer of securities so that we can make sure you receive proper credit for your gift. Should you have questions or wish to make a gift of securities, email randyparrish@bellsouth.net or call 770.690.4745. We thank you for your continuing support of the work and ministry of Morningside.
WINTER DRAMA CAMP
Calling all 1st-5th graders! MPC is offering a Winter Drama Camp with four practices mid-January and a performance at the Congregational Lunch on February 3. The children will perform Max Lucado's “You Are Special” led by preschool teacher and theater major Amy Lowe. Registration form and $35 fee (payable to MPC) is due this Friday, January 3. Contact Program Director Melinda Sandkam regarding scholarship or for further details. The forms can be found on the MPC website or the nursery bulletin board.
SHEARITH ISRAEL SHELTER FOR WOMEN
We continue to support the Shearith Israel Shelter for Women by providing volunteers each evening for 10 days in January. We will be providing two volunteers each night January 5-14, 6 to 10 p.m. to welcome the residents, serve dinner, clean up and prepare lunches for the following day, as well as visit with the ladies. To sign up, see the bulletin board across from the office or contact MPC shepherd Becky Medearis becky.m.medearis@wellsfargo.com. We are still seeking volunteers for January 5, 6, 8, 9, 11 and 13.
We are also collecting new or gently used gloves, mittens, scarves, hats, women's coats, slippers, socks, Kosher coffee, tea, and hot chocolate for the women at Shearith Israel Shelter. Please place them in the Welcome Center baskets through January 6.
MEDITATION GROUP FORMING
Meditation is an ancient and widespread practice for calming the mind and clearing our perception. It is an effective, some would say indispensable, stepping stone into a deeper spiritual life and has been practiced in Christianity, as well as other traditions, for millennia. Members and guests of Morningside Presbyterian now have the opportunity to take up this valuable practice in a group setting that provides instruction, warm support, and benign discipline. We will begin next Sunday, January 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the Welcome Center. Contact Ken Sharpe kensharpe@bellsouth.net with questions.
YOGA RESUMES
Pam Sharpe, veteran personal trainer and yoga teacher, invites you to join her yoga class on Tuesday mornings 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Classes will begin on January 8, and will include yoga poses that will help students strengthen, lengthen and relax. Contact Pam for more information at 404.321.6630 or yogapam @bellsouth.net.
LGBT & FRIENDS
All are invited to join LGBT & Friends Tuesday, January 15. LGBT & Friends welcomes all who wish to grow and be energized through Christian fellowship and service. Joanna Adams will discuss: “Keeping Up With God:” My Journey as Parent and Pastor on Matters of Sexuality, Ordination, and Same Gender Marriage. The meeting will be at the home of John & Laura Fillyaw, 280 Bruton Way, 30342 from 7 to 9p.m. RSVP to Michael Siedschlag (michaelmspnyc @yahoo.com or 404.254.0706).
VOLUNTEER ON MLK JR. WEEKEND
MPC will participate in assisting seniors with yard work, cleaning and small household repairs through Decatur’s MLK Service Project on Saturday, January 19, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact shepherds Jack Klotz jacksklotz@gmail.com or Lloyd Prince lloydprince@comcast.net to volunteer or sign up on the bulletin board across from the church office.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
Emily and Eric O’Brien on the birth of their daughter, Elizabeth Belle, on December 20 (big brother is Ellis).
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201
Led by Drew Stockstill
Next Sunday, January 6, the class will begin to work through the gospel of Matthew continuing their study each week until Easter. Everyone is invited to join Morningside's Adult Sunday School for the complete study or as your schedule permits.
Children’s Classes
The Pre-K and Elementary classes will study the story of Jesus’ dedication in the Temple. The Older Elementary Class will have a lesson on Worship.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30
10:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
11 a.m. Worship
12 noon Fellowship
MONDAY, DECEMBER 31
MPP Winter Break
TUESDAY, JANUARY 1
Happy New Year
MPP and Church Office Closed
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2
MPP Winter Break
7 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday
THURSDAY, JANUARY 3
MPP Winter Break
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
6:45 p.m. Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. MLPA Public Safety
FRIDAY, JANUARY 4
MPP Winter Break
SATURDAY, JANUARY 5
MPC Volunteers at SIS
9 a.m. AA Meeting
SUNDAY, JANUARY 6
MPC Volunteers at SIS
9:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School
11 a.m. Worship with Communion
12 noon Fellowship
12:15 p.m. Deacons
2 p.m. Harmony Chorus; Venture Crew
5 p.m. Youth Group
THIRD THURSDAY THEOLOGICAL THROWDOWN
Why a throwdown? Because it began with “th” of course! Starting on January 17, Baron will teach a lunchtime class on the third Thursdays of the month from 12 noon to 1 p.m. Feel free to bring a brown-bag lunch and spend some time thinking about what is important. Our first Theological Throwdown will be around John Dominic Crossan’s provocative and controversial book, The Greatest Prayer: Rediscovering the Revolutionary Message of The LORD’S Prayer. Baron will take a chapter a month for discussion. All are welcome to come, but if you want to order a book through the church, please contact Anna Best office @morningsidepc.org by January 7 to reserve a copy. Childcare by reservation.
SPRING MISSION TRIP
Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/J9JN2LG to complete a brief survey designed to determine interest in, and preferences for, the New Orleans Spring 2013 Mission Trip. Contact MPC Shepherd Roland Behm roland.behm @gmail.com with any questions.
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