April 11, 2013
Life@Morningside for April 14, 2013
By Anna Best
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, BAPTISMS THIS SUNDAY, SANCTUARY FLOWERS, LGBT & FRIENDS, YOGA, SCOTLAND HERITAGE TOUR LED BY BARON MULLIS, COVENANT NETWORK, THINKING ABOUT JOINING MORNINGSIDE, FROZEN YOGURT FUNDRAISER, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE, INTOWN COLLABORATIVE MINISTRIES, SUMMER DATES, SUMMER CAMP, 3RD ANNUAL BOBO YOUTH AUCTION, SEEKING A SHEPHERD, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING/ATTENDANCE UPDATE
Life@Morningside
April 14, 2013
Baron Mullis preaching
"And What Then?"
Text: John 21:9-19
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 in the library. 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 Baptisms 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 are in Room 005.
BAPTISMS THIS SUNDAY
Sophie, Vanessa, and Bridget Ryan, daughters of Tyler Ryan and Suzanne MacPherson; Sienna Weis, daughter of Linc and Katrina Weis; and Zane Yntema, son of David Yntema and Esther Patrick will receive the sacrament of baptism this morning.
SANCTUARY FLOWERS
The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in honor of Joe Ballay’s birthday by Sue Ballay.
LGBT & FRIENDS
LGBT & Friends welcome all who wish to grow and be energized through Christian fellowship and service. They invite you to join them for dinner and discussion this Tuesday, April 16 at the home of Julie Green and Mardee Rightmyer (2707 Pharr Road NE, 30317) from 7 to 9 p.m. RSVP to Michael mwsiedschlag@gmail.com, 404.254.0706.
YOGA
A new six-weeks Yoga class, focusing on balance, will begin this Tuesday, April 16, at 11 a.m. in Room 201. For more information or to register, contact Pam Sharpe yogapam@bellsouth.net.
SCOTLAND HERITAGE TOUR LED BY BARON MULLIS
If you would like to attend Scotland with the MPC group (August 3-12, 2013), the deadline is fast approaching! Contact Baron Mullis at 404.876.7396 before Friday, April 19.
COVENANT NETWORK
This Friday, April 19, MPC will host the Regional Covenant Network Conference with the theme "What does inclusion look like in the Post-Ordination Church?" The day begins at 10 a.m. with worship led by David Bartlett, and our own Joanna Adams will lead closing worship at 4 p.m. If you would like to attend, visit http://covnetpres.org/upcoming-events/atlanta-regional-conference/ to register (cost: $35). Volunteers are needed. Contact Drew Stockstill dstockstill@morningsidepc.org to volunteer.
THINKING ABOUT JOINING MORNINGSIDE
Next Sunday, April 21 we will hold a New Members Class in the Session Room at 9:45 a.m. For more information or to register, please contact Baron Mullis (404.876.7396, ext. 11; baron.mullis @morningsidepc.org).
FROZEN YOGURT FUNDRAISER
Enjoy a treat from Yogli Mogli at Virginia and Highland on Tuesday, April 23 anytime from 12 noon to 9 p.m. in order to support the preschool. Tell them you are with MPP, and they will donate a portion of proceeds for kids!
WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE
On Monday, April 29 at 6:30 p.m. Women’s Roundtable will gather at the home of Lynn Young (277 The Prado, NE, Atlanta, GA 30324). Our speaker will be Aharon Hill, former real estate lawyer, turned top Atlanta wedding photographer. Aharon will talk about "finding your passion" and will share some amateur photography tips. RSVP to peytonchambers@icloud.com.
INTOWN COLLABORATIVE MINISTRIES
MPC is collecting food for ICM's food pantry through April 28. Please support this important neighborhood effort by donating foods suitable for the homeless such as hearty soups, meats and canned meals in pop top cans or microwavable containers. Bring your donated items to the Welcome Center baskets. Another great way to support ICM is to attend their Arts & Eats Fundraiser on Sunday, May 5, 4-7 p.m. at the Miller Ward Alumni House at Emory. Visit intowncm.org/artsandeats to purchase tickets and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring an auction, door prizes, food, music and entertainment.
SUMMER DATES
Vacation Bible School and Mission Camp registration forms are on our church website and bulletin boards. We hope that your children will join us June 17-21 (VBS) and July 22-26 (Mission Camp). Register by May 26. Contact Melinda Sandkam msandkam @morningsidepc.org for more details including scholarship information.
SUMMER CAMP
Morningside Preschool is accepting Summer Camp applications. Children ages 2-5 may attend camp. Two-year olds attend 3 days a week from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with the option to stay for lunch until 1:30; Threes, Fours and Fives are M-F, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Contact Preschool Director Sarah Tomaka at 404.685.8758; mpp @morningsidepc.org for more information.
3rd ANNUAL BOBO YOUTH AUCTION
Do you paint, sculpt, bake, etc.? Can you share tickets to the symphony, opera, Braves, Dawgs, Jackets, botanical garden, World of Coke, aquarium, theater, movies? Can you donate a gift card? Or would you like to buy any of these things? Our matchmaker, BOBO—which stands for ‘Buy One, Boost One,’ our annual Youth Group trip fund-raiser—longs to make it all happen. The auction begins April 21 with items—vacation homes, jewelry, personal services, home accessories, dinner parties (to name a few)—on display and open for bidding until 1 p.m. April 28. All these auction items come from members and friends who support youth programming. To contribute, please contact Carolyn Morton carolynmorton@bellsouth.net) and to secure something for yourself, don’t forget to join us at the auction!
SEEKING A SHEPHERD
A shepherd is the title for those leading each of our outreach opportunities. Many members support each effort but one member in particular coordinates the efforts and champions the needs of each outreach. We currently have a vacancy for the shepherd for Journey (formerly named the Druid Hills Men's Shelter). MPC has a long-standing relationship with Journey and the good work they do to empower men in finding a home and employment. Contact Community Outreach Chair Eleanor Attwood today eattwood74 @yahoo.com to be our next Journey shepherd.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201 led by Drew Stockstill
Next Sunday, April 21, the class will continue their work through the gospel of Matthew. 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 class will hear the story and learn about the way Peter helped a woman named Dorcas. Early elementary classes will have a lesson on Jesus’ last meal with his disciples. 4th and 5th graders will have a lesson on Baptism as a component of Worship.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, APRIL 14
9:30 a.m. Coffee and Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School; Inquirers’ Class
11 a.m. Worship with Baptism
12 noon Fellowship
2 p.m. Venture Crew; Harmony Chorus
5 p.m. Youth Group
6 p.m. Journey
7:30 p.m. Meditation Group
MONDAY, APRIL 15
9 a.m. MPP
7 p.m. Mandolin Society; Session; High School Opera Institute Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
TUESDAY, APRIL 16
9 a.m. MPP
11 a.m. Yoga
2:15 p.m. Tai Chi
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
6:45 p.m. MLPA Annual Meeting
7 p.m. LGBT & Friends
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17
9 a.m. MPP
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
7 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday
THURSDAY, APRIL 18
9 a.m. MPP
12 noon 3rd Thursday Theological Throwdown
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
FRIDAY, APRIL 19
9 a.m. MPP
9 a.m.—9 p.m. Covenant Network Regional Conference (MPC)
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
9 a.m. AA Meeting
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
Youth Fundraiser
9:30 a.m. Coffee and Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School; New Members’ Class
10:40 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship/Cherub Choir
12 noon Fellowship
12:30 p.m. Youth Picnic
12:45 p.m. RHO Readers
2 p.m. Venture Crew; Harmony Chorus
7:30 p.m. Meditation Group
GIVING/ATTENDANCE UPDATE
WORSHIP COUNT— 125
Needed Weekly—$15,577
Received 04/7/12—$9,438
Needed Year to Date—$218,077
Received Year to Date—$192,970
WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, BAPTISMS THIS SUNDAY, SANCTUARY FLOWERS, LGBT & FRIENDS, YOGA, SCOTLAND HERITAGE TOUR LED BY BARON MULLIS, COVENANT NETWORK, THINKING ABOUT JOINING MORNINGSIDE, FROZEN YOGURT FUNDRAISER, WOMEN'S ROUNDTABLE, INTOWN COLLABORATIVE MINISTRIES, SUMMER DATES, SUMMER CAMP, 3RD ANNUAL BOBO YOUTH AUCTION, SEEKING A SHEPHERD, CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE, THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE, GIVING/ATTENDANCE UPDATE
Life@Morningside
April 14, 2013
Baron Mullis preaching
"And What Then?"
Text: John 21:9-19
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 in the library. 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 Baptisms 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 are in Room 005.
BAPTISMS THIS SUNDAY
Sophie, Vanessa, and Bridget Ryan, daughters of Tyler Ryan and Suzanne MacPherson; Sienna Weis, daughter of Linc and Katrina Weis; and Zane Yntema, son of David Yntema and Esther Patrick will receive the sacrament of baptism this morning.
SANCTUARY FLOWERS
The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in honor of Joe Ballay’s birthday by Sue Ballay.
LGBT & FRIENDS
LGBT & Friends welcome all who wish to grow and be energized through Christian fellowship and service. They invite you to join them for dinner and discussion this Tuesday, April 16 at the home of Julie Green and Mardee Rightmyer (2707 Pharr Road NE, 30317) from 7 to 9 p.m. RSVP to Michael mwsiedschlag@gmail.com, 404.254.0706.
YOGA
A new six-weeks Yoga class, focusing on balance, will begin this Tuesday, April 16, at 11 a.m. in Room 201. For more information or to register, contact Pam Sharpe yogapam@bellsouth.net.
SCOTLAND HERITAGE TOUR LED BY BARON MULLIS
If you would like to attend Scotland with the MPC group (August 3-12, 2013), the deadline is fast approaching! Contact Baron Mullis at 404.876.7396 before Friday, April 19.
COVENANT NETWORK
This Friday, April 19, MPC will host the Regional Covenant Network Conference with the theme "What does inclusion look like in the Post-Ordination Church?" The day begins at 10 a.m. with worship led by David Bartlett, and our own Joanna Adams will lead closing worship at 4 p.m. If you would like to attend, visit http://covnetpres.org/upcoming-events/atlanta-regional-conference/ to register (cost: $35). Volunteers are needed. Contact Drew Stockstill dstockstill@morningsidepc.org to volunteer.
THINKING ABOUT JOINING MORNINGSIDE
Next Sunday, April 21 we will hold a New Members Class in the Session Room at 9:45 a.m. For more information or to register, please contact Baron Mullis (404.876.7396, ext. 11; baron.mullis @morningsidepc.org).
FROZEN YOGURT FUNDRAISER
Enjoy a treat from Yogli Mogli at Virginia and Highland on Tuesday, April 23 anytime from 12 noon to 9 p.m. in order to support the preschool. Tell them you are with MPP, and they will donate a portion of proceeds for kids!
WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE
On Monday, April 29 at 6:30 p.m. Women’s Roundtable will gather at the home of Lynn Young (277 The Prado, NE, Atlanta, GA 30324). Our speaker will be Aharon Hill, former real estate lawyer, turned top Atlanta wedding photographer. Aharon will talk about "finding your passion" and will share some amateur photography tips. RSVP to peytonchambers@icloud.com.
INTOWN COLLABORATIVE MINISTRIES
MPC is collecting food for ICM's food pantry through April 28. Please support this important neighborhood effort by donating foods suitable for the homeless such as hearty soups, meats and canned meals in pop top cans or microwavable containers. Bring your donated items to the Welcome Center baskets. Another great way to support ICM is to attend their Arts & Eats Fundraiser on Sunday, May 5, 4-7 p.m. at the Miller Ward Alumni House at Emory. Visit intowncm.org/artsandeats to purchase tickets and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring an auction, door prizes, food, music and entertainment.
SUMMER DATES
Vacation Bible School and Mission Camp registration forms are on our church website and bulletin boards. We hope that your children will join us June 17-21 (VBS) and July 22-26 (Mission Camp). Register by May 26. Contact Melinda Sandkam msandkam @morningsidepc.org for more details including scholarship information.
SUMMER CAMP
Morningside Preschool is accepting Summer Camp applications. Children ages 2-5 may attend camp. Two-year olds attend 3 days a week from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with the option to stay for lunch until 1:30; Threes, Fours and Fives are M-F, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Contact Preschool Director Sarah Tomaka at 404.685.8758; mpp @morningsidepc.org for more information.
3rd ANNUAL BOBO YOUTH AUCTION
Do you paint, sculpt, bake, etc.? Can you share tickets to the symphony, opera, Braves, Dawgs, Jackets, botanical garden, World of Coke, aquarium, theater, movies? Can you donate a gift card? Or would you like to buy any of these things? Our matchmaker, BOBO—which stands for ‘Buy One, Boost One,’ our annual Youth Group trip fund-raiser—longs to make it all happen. The auction begins April 21 with items—vacation homes, jewelry, personal services, home accessories, dinner parties (to name a few)—on display and open for bidding until 1 p.m. April 28. All these auction items come from members and friends who support youth programming. To contribute, please contact Carolyn Morton carolynmorton@bellsouth.net) and to secure something for yourself, don’t forget to join us at the auction!
SEEKING A SHEPHERD
A shepherd is the title for those leading each of our outreach opportunities. Many members support each effort but one member in particular coordinates the efforts and champions the needs of each outreach. We currently have a vacancy for the shepherd for Journey (formerly named the Druid Hills Men's Shelter). MPC has a long-standing relationship with Journey and the good work they do to empower men in finding a home and employment. Contact Community Outreach Chair Eleanor Attwood today eattwood74 @yahoo.com to be our next Journey shepherd.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
Adult Sunday School Class—9:45 a.m. in Room 201 led by Drew Stockstill
Next Sunday, April 21, the class will continue their work through the gospel of Matthew. 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 class will hear the story and learn about the way Peter helped a woman named Dorcas. Early elementary classes will have a lesson on Jesus’ last meal with his disciples. 4th and 5th graders will have a lesson on Baptism as a component of Worship.
THIS WEEK AT MORNINGSIDE
SUNDAY, APRIL 14
9:30 a.m. Coffee and Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School; Inquirers’ Class
11 a.m. Worship with Baptism
12 noon Fellowship
2 p.m. Venture Crew; Harmony Chorus
5 p.m. Youth Group
6 p.m. Journey
7:30 p.m. Meditation Group
MONDAY, APRIL 15
9 a.m. MPP
7 p.m. Mandolin Society; Session; High School Opera Institute Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
TUESDAY, APRIL 16
9 a.m. MPP
11 a.m. Yoga
2:15 p.m. Tai Chi
6:30 p.m. Weight Watchers
6:45 p.m. MLPA Annual Meeting
7 p.m. LGBT & Friends
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17
9 a.m. MPP
6 p.m. Cherub Choir
7 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday
THURSDAY, APRIL 18
9 a.m. MPP
12 noon 3rd Thursday Theological Throwdown
6:30 p.m. Prayer Group
7 p.m. Handbell Choir
FRIDAY, APRIL 19
9 a.m. MPP
9 a.m.—9 p.m. Covenant Network Regional Conference (MPC)
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
9 a.m. AA Meeting
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
Youth Fundraiser
9:30 a.m. Coffee and Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School; New Members’ Class
10:40 a.m. Called Session Meeting
11 a.m. Worship/Cherub Choir
12 noon Fellowship
12:30 p.m. Youth Picnic
12:45 p.m. RHO Readers
2 p.m. Venture Crew; Harmony Chorus
7:30 p.m. Meditation Group
GIVING/ATTENDANCE UPDATE
WORSHIP COUNT— 125
Needed Weekly—$15,577
Received 04/7/12—$9,438
Needed Year to Date—$218,077
Received Year to Date—$192,970
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