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August 16, 2012

PASTOR'S CORNER

"We must confess he builds. We must proclaim, he builds. We must pray to him, and he will build. We do not know his plan. We cannot see whether he is building or pulling down. It may be that the times which by human standards are the times of collapse are for him the great times of construction. It may be that the times which from a human point are great times for the church are times when it's pulled down. It is a great comfort which Jesus gives to his church. You confess, preach, bear witness to me, and I alone will build where it pleases me. Do not meddle in what is not your providence. Do what is given to you, and do it well, and you will have done enough... Live together in the forgiveness of your sins. Forgive each other every day from the bottom of your hearts." Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Confess, proclaim, pray, and do everything in obedience to God; this is the only thing we have any real control over. Trusting in God we are freed from bondage to outcomes and can experience more fully the new things that God is doing in our lives.

Peace,

George

MEMORIAL DRIVE COMMUNITY CHILDRENS PROGRAM

TEACHERS APPRECIATION

Dear MDPC Family,

What a wonderful surprise! The Teachers' Appreciation luncheon that the church family hosted for us on staff development day last Friday was a delightful way to begin our new school year. The food was delicious and the church members who were present made us feel so special. Thank you to all of you for your donations for the luncheon and for the notes of appreciation that you sent.

It was great getting to sit and visit with church members, for them to get to know us and for us to get to know them.

We look forward to a fantastic school year and are encouraged by your show of support and love.

Thank you,

from the

Staff of MDPCCP

READINGS

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

SOUL JOURNERS STUDIO

August 21-October 30 The Artist's Way, Tuesday mornings 9:30-11:30.

August 22-October 31 The Artist's Way, Wednesday evenings 6:30- 8:30.

The group is limited to 8 participants.

This is a group that will use Julia Cameron's book The Artist's Way to reconnect to our core creative spirit to answer questions about life's direction, barriers to claiming our true self, and to develop some fun helpful habits to take care of our inner beings. A copy of Julia Cameron's book, a comfortable sized journal, and a commitment are required. No art expertise is needed and ample art materials are provided. The cost is $350. Scholarships and payment options are available. Please call Sandra Tate 404 455 8530 to inquire further about this group and to reserve your place.

STONE MOUNTAIN FOOD PANTRY

The Stone Mountain Food Pantry needs cereal and soup.

Please bring your donations to the church office or leave them in the narthex.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO STAFF THE FOOD PANTRY

Mon and Wednesdays 9:30 am - 1:30 pm

Call Pat Landes for more information.

DAWN MARIE'S RECEPTION

We will be celebrating Dawn Marie

and her 13 years of service to

Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church

with a catered reception

immediately following worship on

Sunday August 26th,

in the Jim Guess Building.

Please RSVP to Dil Premji.

Birthdays and Anniversary

August 16 - Sarah Martin-Elam

August 19 - Jo Doak

August 21 - Bukassa Bukalo

August 22 - Bill and Sue Cameron's

Wedding Anniversary

August 23 - Carol Brim

August 24 - Kevin Bukalo

August 25 - Suzanne Hugueley

August 25 - Jeffrey Kawan

In This Issue

Pastor's Corner

Memorial Drive Community Childrens Program

Readings

Soul Journers Studio

Stone Mountain Food Pantry

Dawn Marie's Reception

Quick Links

5140 Memorial Drive

Stone Mountain,

GA 30083

404-292-8212

Sunday

Worship Schedule

9:15 am Sunday School

10:30 am Worship

Pastor

George Tatro

mdpcpastor@bellsouth.net

Parish Associate

Jihyun Oh

jihyun.oh@gmail.com

Music and Choir Director

Dawn-Marie James

Dawnmarie51@hotmail.com

Interim Organist

Sandra Lutters

lutterssandra@gmail.com

Business Director

Dil Premji

Dilpremji@aol.com

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Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14Psalm Psalm 111:1-10Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 19, 2012, the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

First Reading 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14
Psalm Psalm 111:1-10
Second Reading Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel John 6:51-58