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| Weekly E-News | January 30, 2013 |
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PASTOR'S CORNER
Everything in Jesus's world, just as in ours, contends that we must use violence to protect the innocent from violence - which is the very thing Jesus came to help us un-learn through his nonviolent life and death on the cross. Surely, we think - if God were to come to earth, he should at least come with a bodyguard ... if not an entire entourage of armed soldiers and secret service folk. But Jesus comes unarmed. Surely, we think - if God were about to be killed he would bust out a can of righteous wrath, but Jesus looks into the eyes of those about to kill him and says, "Father forgive them." - Shane Claiborne
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Ash Wednesday Services
Ash Wednesday is a day of repentance and it marks the beginning of Lent. Ashes were used in ancient times, according to the Bible, to express mourning. Dusting oneself with ashes was the penitent's way of expressing sorrow for sins and faults.
There will be two Ash Wednesday services on February 13th. Please plan to attend either the noon or 6pm service.
Pancake Brunch and Fellowship
On Sunday, February 10th, immediately after worship, we will be gathering for a pancake brunch in the Jim Guess Activities Building. Please plan to join us for this wonderful fellowship meal.
Tuesday, February 5 at 10 am
Read: Acts 22-29
Write: The things that stood out for you in the readings.
Come: To the church library at 10 am on Tuesday to discuss.
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READINGS
Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, February 3, 2013, the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)
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MISSION OPPORTUNITY
BOUNTIFUL BAGS
Partnership with MDPC, Shallowford Church and Indian Creek Elementary
Food Packing will be held on Thursday, January 31 at 6:30 pm in the Jim Guess Building. Please call Dil at the church office 404-292-8212 to volunteer.
TEAM EDGE
Team Edge Inc. is committed to help every child reach his or her potential by fostering academic growth, personal growth, and tolerance. We are excited to have a study hall/computer lab available to our basketball/cheerleader teams during our season. Study Hall/computer lab is open on:
Tuesday's and Thursday's 7-8pm, at Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church.
If you would like to be a volunteer please contact Diane Edge, 678.478.8538.
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Friday, February 1 MDPC Bridge Club Brim's Residence 7 pm
Tuesday, February 5 PW Coordinating Team 9:30 am MDPC
Friday, February 8 MDPCCP Book Fair in the Jim Guess Bldg.
Friday, February 8 Lunch at the Dynasty Garden. 11:45 am.
Help celebrate the Chinese Year of the Snake at Dynasty Garden, 3274 Northlake Parkway (behind and across the street from JCPenny). The restaurant telephone number is: 770 492 8683. The cost will be $10.00 which includes tax, tip and tea. Please call Dil (404 292 8212) or Sara Osborn (678 684 3886) by Thursday noon to make a reservation. Every one is welcome--if you have questions, call Sara at the above number.
Sunday, February 10
WinterJam (Christian Music's Largest Annual Tour) at Philips Arena downtown Atlanta - doors open at 5pm - $10 - www.jamtour.com - Contact Carl Line cwlmdpc@yahoo.com if you would like to go so we can arrange transportation.
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SESSION MEMBERS
Tom Grace, Norma Lyons, Bev Monroe and June Pleasant.
Class of 2014
Don Brim and Maria Storts.
Class of 2015
Marva Bryan, Leslie Carlson Rivera and Tanya Ferguson.
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Birthdays and
Wedding Anniversary
February 2 - Deborah Jackson
February 3 - Christine Kirkland
February 5 - Tyronia Jackson
February 8 - Carrie Tatro
February 10 - Laodice Davies
February 12 - Komla and Louise Akoni's Wedding Anniversary
February 18 - Robert Abney
February 19 - Jasmine Nchako
February 20 - Thelma Awbrey
February 22 - Tom Grace
February 25 - Gregory Bryan
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Quick Links
5140 Memorial Drive Stone Mountain, GA 30083 404-292-8212
Sunday
Worship Schedule
9:15 am Sunday School
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