E-News from Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church

5140 Memorial Drive

Stone Mountain, GA 30083

404-292-8212

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Weekly E-News

August 8, 2011

George Boat

In his commentary on Matthew, Thomas Long writes:

"The image of the disciples in the boat with Jesus on a tranquil sea, worshipping and confessing their faith, may well reflect the church on the Lord's Day, at Sabbath rest. But Sunday is not the only day of the week, and the church does not exist to float around in a sabbath sea all by itself praising Jesus. The boat comes eventually to land, and the healing work of Jesus (and the church) continues (Matthew 14:34-35)."

What a comfort it is to have a sturdy boat like MDPC where we can worship and praise the Lord.

What a challenge it is to know that we exist to carry out the healing work of Jesus in the world.

What a comfort it is to know that we are not alone - that Christ is with us, praying for us, and showering us with his grace and mercy.

Peace of Christ Always,

George

Continuing Education

Rev. McLaughlin and I will be spending Monday through Thursday morning in Hayesville, NC. We will be working through the lectionary, planning worship through Advent, and reflecting on Tribal Church:Ministering to the Missing Generation by Carol Howard Merritt. Well that is the plan at least, I fear that we might have bitten off more than we can chew. I ask that you pray for the sustaining power of the Holy Spirit to keep us both focused and inspired.

On Thursday, I have a First Call Pastor's Meeting and a MDPCCP Meeting later in the evening, so I may not be able to get back with you until Friday (except in the case of emergencies).

Here is a link about the ministry Rev. McLaughlin started with his church:

http://www.tsinews.com/news/15-all-gods-children-ministries-ends-summer-meal-program-readies-for-fall-homework-help-program.html

If you have a pastoral care emergency or concern contact Dil in the office at 404.292.8212 to get a message either to Pastor George Tatro or Rev. Jihyun Oh.

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 14, 2011, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A)

TAKING YOUR GENEROSITY TO THE NEXT LEVEL

You are invited to the Taking Your Generosity to the Next Level conference on Saturday, August 13th.

Session members especially are encouraged to participate in this half day program - but all are welcome.

Car pools will be available.

The cost is $15, which covers 2 meals - they always have great food! Scholarship money is available for those who would like to attend.

Taking Your Generosity to the Next Level

Trinity Presbyterian in Atlanta

3003 Howell Mill Road, Atlanta Georgia 30327

August 13th 9am - 2:30pm

http://www.atlpcusa.org/digital_faith/events/96

SERVICE OF HEALING AND WHOLENESS

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The Service of Healing and Wholeness will resume on Wednesday, August 17th, at noon.

If you have prayer concerns please contact George at mdpcpastor@bellsouth.net so that we can be in prayer and get them on the church's prayer list.

PICTURES

"Born in a Barn" - Blluegrass Music

Bev Monroe - Liturgist

August Bridge Club Winners: Joyce Coney, Carol Grace and Carol Brim

PRISM - Pride Rings In Stone Mountain

EDUCATION 101

DeKalb Colleges Speak Up

Thursday August 11, 2011

7:00pm - 9:00pm

St. Timothy United Methodist Church

5365 Memorial Drive, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

MDPCCP

The elementary program at MDPCCP began on Monday, August 8th. Pre-K, kindergarten and 1st grade parents attended the annual school orientation meeting on Thursday night, Aug. 4th.

The after school program begins on Monday with pick up at neighborhood schools.

Registration continues for the preschool program. The new school year begins on August 15th and we welcome two and three year old children to join us.

Call 404-296-1783 for more information.

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