November 12, 2013
November 12, 2013 Edition
By Morningside Staff
Morningside Presbyterian Church, Atlanta
THOUGHT OF THE WEEK; OUTREACH IN NEW ORLEANS; ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCH; THINKING ABOUT JOINING MPC; RHO READERS WELCOME LOCAL AUTHOR; ANNUAL CANNED FOOD COLLECTION; LGBT & FRIENDS; FOOD TRUCKS; OUR SYMPATHY TO; CONGRATULATIONS TO; PRAYER LIST
eNews@Morningside November 12 - November 17, 2013
November 17, 2013
9:15 a.m. Bible Class
9:30 a.m. Coffee and Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for All Ages; New Members Class; Christmas Pageant Practice
Adults: "The Bible" Class... If you are interested in learning more about the story of Jesus in the Bible, join our class, Sunday at 9:15 a.m. in Room 107 as we make our way into the New Testament using the History Channel mini-series "The Bible." This class will meet through November 24, and will begin again in January. Breakfast and coffee provided.
"The Advent of Advent" Class...This Sunday, we will continue a class taught by Rev. Dana Hughes with a focus on Advent. We are invited to engage in this study of the Gospel of James. This Gospel provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of Mary and Joseph and prompts an excavation through the layers of fact, fable and faith. Join us in November at 9:45 a.m. in Room 201.
Children: The preschool class will hear the story What is It? to learn about the special food God provided for the people as they traveled through the desert. All elementary classes will hear the prophet Isaiah's promise of a new king and a reign of joy, peace, and justice.
11:00 a.m. Worship; Response Sunday/New Member Sunday
Preaching: Rev. Dr. Baron Mullis
Sermon: "Do Not Be Weary"
Text: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13; Luke 21:5-19
12:00 p.m. Fellowship
12:30 p.m. RHO Readers; Youth Bowling
1:30 p.m. Officer Training
7:30 p.m. Meditation Group
THOUGHT OF THE WEEK
Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much. - Oscar Wilde
OUTREACH IN NEW ORLEANS
This week, keep MPC members and friends in your prayers as they volunteer with Rebuilding Hope in New Orleans. Shirley Adair, Roland Behm, Shawn Holaway, Keith Isley, Todd Jones, Jack Klotz, Rhonda McIntosh, Leslie and Lloyd Prince, Raymond Tovo and John Watson will travel November 13-17 to continue their recovery work and partnership with RHINO.
ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCH
Join us at noon this Wednesday, November 13 for lunch. All you have to have is ONE gray hair! You'll find fun, great food and fellowship! RSVP to Sarah and Richard Brownlee rsbrownlee1046@att.net.
THINKING ABOUT JOINING MPC
Morningside will offer visitors the following opportunity to learn more about our church. This Sunday, November 17, we will hold a New Members Class in the Session Room at 9:45 a.m. For more information or to register, contact Baron Mullis 404.876.7396, ext. 11; baron.mullis@morningsidepc.org.
RHO READERS WELCOME LOCAL AUTHOR
Long-time Atlantans and fans of fast, funny mysteries know that New York Times best-selling author Mary Kay Andrews lives here, is a former reporter for the Journal-Constitution, and originally was published under her real name, Kathy Hogan Trocheck. She'll answer questions, sign books and discuss her first novel, Every Crooked Nanny this Sunday, November 17. Everyone is welcome and invited to join our eclectic co-ed book group for this discussion, whether affiliated or not with MPC. However, because of the author's popularity, we ask you to RSVP to Daisy Ottmann dazette@bellsouth.net by November 15.
ANNUAL CANNED FOOD COLLECTION
This Sunday, November 17, our annual collection of non-perishable items for the Atlanta Community Food Bank begins. Mac 'n cheese, peanut butter, canned veggies, meats, fruits and low sugar whole grain cereals are welcome. Help us fill our five canisters as we enjoy an abundance ourselves throughout the holidays.
LGBT & FRIENDS
LGBT & Friends welcomes representatives from CHRIS Kids, Lost-n-Found Youth and SAGE to facilitate next Tuesday, November 19 program "Giving Back to Others." The meeting, including dinner, will be at the home of Rob Payne, 1100 Balmoral Drive 30319. All are welcome. RSVP to lgbtandfriends@morningsidepc.org.
FOOD TRUCKS
We will enjoy one last Food Truck event this fall on Thursday, November 21, from 5 to 8 p.m. Beat the sunset and join us early. There will be free S'mores! Spread the word to your neighbors. This is an easy stop on the way home to grab dinner. Contact Drew Stockstill to help with setup or cleanup.
OUR SYMPATHY TO
Jill and Jack Klotz on the recent death of Jill's father, Forrest Jones, in Savannah.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
MPC member Leslie Grant who won her bid in last Tuesday's election for the Atlanta School Board in District 1 which includes Grant Park and three other in-town neighborhoods.
PRAYER LIST
Click here to view current prayer concerns.
More Information
For more information about these events, please contact the church office at 404.876.7396 or office@morningsidepc.org
THOUGHT OF THE WEEK; OUTREACH IN NEW ORLEANS; ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCH; THINKING ABOUT JOINING MPC; RHO READERS WELCOME LOCAL AUTHOR; ANNUAL CANNED FOOD COLLECTION; LGBT & FRIENDS; FOOD TRUCKS; OUR SYMPATHY TO; CONGRATULATIONS TO; PRAYER LIST
eNews@Morningside November 12 - November 17, 2013
November 17, 2013
9:15 a.m. Bible Class
9:30 a.m. Coffee and Conversation
9:45 a.m. Church School for All Ages; New Members Class; Christmas Pageant Practice
Adults: "The Bible" Class... If you are interested in learning more about the story of Jesus in the Bible, join our class, Sunday at 9:15 a.m. in Room 107 as we make our way into the New Testament using the History Channel mini-series "The Bible." This class will meet through November 24, and will begin again in January. Breakfast and coffee provided.
"The Advent of Advent" Class...This Sunday, we will continue a class taught by Rev. Dana Hughes with a focus on Advent. We are invited to engage in this study of the Gospel of James. This Gospel provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of Mary and Joseph and prompts an excavation through the layers of fact, fable and faith. Join us in November at 9:45 a.m. in Room 201.
Children: The preschool class will hear the story What is It? to learn about the special food God provided for the people as they traveled through the desert. All elementary classes will hear the prophet Isaiah's promise of a new king and a reign of joy, peace, and justice.
11:00 a.m. Worship; Response Sunday/New Member Sunday
Preaching: Rev. Dr. Baron Mullis
Sermon: "Do Not Be Weary"
Text: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13; Luke 21:5-19
12:00 p.m. Fellowship
12:30 p.m. RHO Readers; Youth Bowling
1:30 p.m. Officer Training
7:30 p.m. Meditation Group
THOUGHT OF THE WEEK
Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much. - Oscar Wilde
OUTREACH IN NEW ORLEANS
This week, keep MPC members and friends in your prayers as they volunteer with Rebuilding Hope in New Orleans. Shirley Adair, Roland Behm, Shawn Holaway, Keith Isley, Todd Jones, Jack Klotz, Rhonda McIntosh, Leslie and Lloyd Prince, Raymond Tovo and John Watson will travel November 13-17 to continue their recovery work and partnership with RHINO.
ONE GRAY HAIR LUNCH
Join us at noon this Wednesday, November 13 for lunch. All you have to have is ONE gray hair! You'll find fun, great food and fellowship! RSVP to Sarah and Richard Brownlee rsbrownlee1046@att.net.
THINKING ABOUT JOINING MPC
Morningside will offer visitors the following opportunity to learn more about our church. This Sunday, November 17, we will hold a New Members Class in the Session Room at 9:45 a.m. For more information or to register, contact Baron Mullis 404.876.7396, ext. 11; baron.mullis@morningsidepc.org.
RHO READERS WELCOME LOCAL AUTHOR
Long-time Atlantans and fans of fast, funny mysteries know that New York Times best-selling author Mary Kay Andrews lives here, is a former reporter for the Journal-Constitution, and originally was published under her real name, Kathy Hogan Trocheck. She'll answer questions, sign books and discuss her first novel, Every Crooked Nanny this Sunday, November 17. Everyone is welcome and invited to join our eclectic co-ed book group for this discussion, whether affiliated or not with MPC. However, because of the author's popularity, we ask you to RSVP to Daisy Ottmann dazette@bellsouth.net by November 15.
ANNUAL CANNED FOOD COLLECTION
This Sunday, November 17, our annual collection of non-perishable items for the Atlanta Community Food Bank begins. Mac 'n cheese, peanut butter, canned veggies, meats, fruits and low sugar whole grain cereals are welcome. Help us fill our five canisters as we enjoy an abundance ourselves throughout the holidays.
LGBT & FRIENDS
LGBT & Friends welcomes representatives from CHRIS Kids, Lost-n-Found Youth and SAGE to facilitate next Tuesday, November 19 program "Giving Back to Others." The meeting, including dinner, will be at the home of Rob Payne, 1100 Balmoral Drive 30319. All are welcome. RSVP to lgbtandfriends@morningsidepc.org.
FOOD TRUCKS
We will enjoy one last Food Truck event this fall on Thursday, November 21, from 5 to 8 p.m. Beat the sunset and join us early. There will be free S'mores! Spread the word to your neighbors. This is an easy stop on the way home to grab dinner. Contact Drew Stockstill to help with setup or cleanup.
OUR SYMPATHY TO
Jill and Jack Klotz on the recent death of Jill's father, Forrest Jones, in Savannah.
CONGRATULATIONS TO
MPC member Leslie Grant who won her bid in last Tuesday's election for the Atlanta School Board in District 1 which includes Grant Park and three other in-town neighborhoods.
PRAYER LIST
Click here to view current prayer concerns.
More Information
For more information about these events, please contact the church office at 404.876.7396 or office@morningsidepc.org
