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Weekly E-NewsJune 19, 2012

 

PASTOR'S  CORNER

  

Sojourners has a great article asking "What is the Chief Political Concern of the Bible?". It points out that far too often we start off with our political beliefs; then we try to work our way back through the Bible so that we can get God to agree with us. What if we instead looked first to the Bible to help us form our beliefs? Here are two answers that I found provocative:
 
William Cavanaugh, Theologian - Political theology at DePaul
"Jesus' chief political concern was clearly for more tax cuts for the rich. 'My yoke is easy, and my burden is light' is an obvious reference to cutting or eliminating capital gains taxes. This is the only way of explaining why hedge fund managers were so close to his heart."

Stanley Hauerwas, Theologian and ethicist at Duke Divinity School
"The chief political concern of the Bible is to worship God truly."

For more responses from noted theologians and the entire article:


 

Peace of Christ Always,
George
 
volunteering 
 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT FELLOWSHIP
  

Gathering at 6 pm in the Donnell Building

For the next 5 weeks we will be gathering with missionaries from across the United States, and our partners at Global Frontier Missions, for food, fellowship, and song. These evenings are much more than just a shared meal. They are an opportunity for us to grow in our faith and to demonstrate the radical welcome to our guests. Please make every effort to join us on Wednesday nights.  You may bring a salad or dessert.

Volunteer opportunities to help with the Summer Camp through GFM are available so come and find out how you can get involved!

 

The summer day camp is held on the following dates: June 18 - 21; 25 - 28; July 2 - 5; 9 - 12; 16 - 19 from 9 am - 12 pm

 

In Christ,

George

 

 

 

 

 

BOUNTIFUL BAGS

 

Food Packing for over 30 families will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:45 pm.
In addition to the Family Bags we will also be distributing over 500 lunches daily to the children of Indian Creek Elementary. If you would like to get involved please contact bountifulbags@bellsouth.net and let us know how you would like to serve.

 

 


 

 MEMORIAL DRIVE COMMUNITY CHILDRENS PROGRAM

 

The preschoolers will have "Georgia on their minds" this summer. Each week the classes will highlight a different geographical area of Georgia. We will experience sights, sounds and foods of that area. Field trips will include visits to Stone Mountain Park and other local attractions. Visits to the library and daily enrichment activities will keep our skills sharp and challenge our minds.
The elementary campers are headed "out of this world". SPACE will be their theme this summer. Academic enrichment activities are planned for each day as well as weekly trips to the pool, arts and crafts and field trips.Come join us at MDPCCP for a fantastic summer experience!!!!
Contact the office at 404-296-1783 0R mdpccp@hotmail.com.

 

READINGS

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, June 24, lectionary2012, the Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

 

 

MEN'S BREAKFAST

  

Join us on Wednesday, June 20 at 8:30 am at the Original Pancake House. 

 

 

 Birthdays and Anniversaries

 

June 21 - Beth Felner

 

June 21 - Betty McRae

 

June 21 - Jo and Earl Doak's Wedding Anniversary

 

June 25 - Rebecca Kawan

 

June 26 - John and Barbara Havick's Wedding Anniversary

 

 

In This Issue
Wednesday Night Fellowship
Bountiful Bags
MDPCCP
Readings

 

 

 

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Sunday
Worship Schedule
 

  9:15 am Sunday School

  10:30 am Worship  

 

 

Pastor

George Tatro

 

 

Parish Associate

Jihyun Oh

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Music and Choir Director

Dawn-Marie James

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Interim Organist

Sandra Lutters

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Business Director

Dil Premji