Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, October 30, 2011, the Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A)

In the sermon this week I shared the story of Karl Barth's only visit to the United States. He was asked during his visit to summarize the essence of the millions of words he had published and he responded, "Jesus loves me this I know, for the Bible tells me so."

This week our guest theologian Rev. Dr. George Stroup will be teaching and preaching from his book Why Jesus Matters. While reading in preparation for our guest theologian, I noticed in the second chapter of his book a section titled: Does the Bible Really Tell Us Who Jesus Really Was?

I won't spoil Sunday school here, but I am looking forward to joining you all at 9:15AM in the Donnell Building, as together we learn from the J.B. Green Professor of Theology at Columbia Theological Seminary.

See you then!

Peace of Christ Always,

George

SPIRITUAL CARE

Who: Members interested in joining Rev. Tatro with

What: Spiritual Care Grand Rounds - Stories from returning veterans.

When: October 26th from 8:30 til Noon

Where: Atlanta VA Medical Center - 1670 Clairmont Road, Decatur, Ga. 30033

Why: To explore mission and ministry opportunities with returning veterans.

ALL SAINTS' DAY

We will be celebrating All Saints' Day the first Sunday in November.

This celebration will reflect our deep appreciation for those "saints" of the church who have led us in faith. Thankful for the examples that God has given us, and the increased faith that is made possible through them, we will honor them for the gifts they have given the church. During the service, the names of those saints who have gone before us will be read, and a candle will be lit in their honor.

We will also honor those saints whose continuing dedication and good works have sustained the church for this time of new growth in faith and mission.

Please reserve a candle so that we can honor those dearly departed. You may use the online form to submit the names.

Memorial gifts and donations may be made in honor of the saints in your life by writing the name of the person on the memo line of your check or by writing the amount of your cash donation on the form itself. All gifts and donations will go to the Pastor's Discretionary Fund.

A few, of the many ways in which the PDF has been used this past year, include:

To refurbish the Adult and Youth classrooms with new paint and carpet, sponsor speaker Rev. Robby Carroll and the delicious meals during Discovery Weekend, and clean and re-stretch the carpet in the sanctuary. The money that you give to this fund is above and beyond your normal tithe and offering and is used to enhance our worship, education, and mission. Give as you are able for the Lord loves a gracious giver.

0.861271676300578 MDPCCP FALL FESTIVAL

On October 28th we will have a fun Fall Festival from 10am to 12 noon for the children here at the school.

We have planned fun games, crafts and food to eat. If you have some time and would like to volunteer for the morning, please call the school office.(404-296-1783). Donations of individually wrapped candy, stickers or prizes for the games would also be appreciated.

DEDICATION SUNDAY

Sunday, November 6

We will dedicate our pledges to God's service through Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church. Please remember to bring in your financial pledge cards and your time and talent pledge sheets. Don't forget to sign your pledges and put your email (or mailing) address on the time and talent sheet.