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Weekly E-News

October 31, 2011

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, November 6, 2011, the Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A)

I want to share with you all something of my journey of faith. In thinking about my past generosity I realized that the one thing that has always been missing when it came time to make a commitment to the church was prayerful consideration. Even my decision to give a tenth of my salary back to Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church was made without prayer; I simply took the Biblical standard and applied it to myself; I mean how could I expect anyone in the congregation to tithe if I wasn't willling to do so myself? This year is different. I am asking God to inspire me to greater generosity in sharing the gifts that I have been given. I am asking God to challenge me to be a more faithful steward of my wealth, time, and talents. I am asking God to build within me a "spirit of gratitude" for the many blessings I have received.

How is your life enriched through our worship, service, and community, is it in the: inspiration of a sermon, a well taught lesson, the smile of a family receiving a holiday box of food? How has the church been a blessing to you in your life, is it in the: prayers for you when your world is in chaos, a warm embrace during the passing of the peace, an opportunity to serve Christ by serving children, or the lasting friendships that have developed in our welcoming congregation? How will you respond with gratitude to the many blessings made possible through this community of faith?

November 13th is Dedication Sunday, the day that we make a very visible commitment to the mission and ministry of Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church. Please pray for guidance and inspiration as you think about the many ways in which God has blessed your life and how you are going to respond.

Peace of Christ Always,

George

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On Sunday, November 6 at 2 a.m., Daylight Saving Time ends

GUEST MUSICIAN

Our guest musician for November 6 is Allan Wiltshire - the Mission Minded Artist! Not only is he a great musician, but he also has the gift of building missions. You can read about his work at

http://missionmindedartist.com/

ALL SAINTS' DAY

We will be celebrating All Saints' Day on November 6.

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 their 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.

WOMEN OF THE CHURCH

PW1 and all women of the church are invited to bring a dish to share and meet after the service on Sunday, November 6 for lunch. Norma is hosting . RSVP, if possible, tgrace222@aol.com or 404-294-1368.

Giving Back

DEDICATION SUNDAY

Sunday, November 13

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.

STEWARDSHIP LUNCHEON

Sunday, November 13

11:45 am

Jim Guess Building

Please make your reservations by calling the church office at 404-292-8212 or by completing the Reservation Form online. Donations are welcome.

SYMPATHY

We regret to announce that Teddy St. Clair died this morning - October 31. You will be notified of any further information. Let us keep the family in our thoughts and prayers.

WORLD COMMUNITY DAY