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Sunday, June 21, 2015
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost 


 

Service of the Word and Table at 8:30  

 Celebration of Communion (every week)

 

 Service of the Word at 11:00 

Solo by Ian Greenlaw; anthem by the choir

 

Preaching: Rev. Lacey
Pericope:
 Luke 14:7-14 & Colossians 3:12-1

Lectionary Readings: Click here to read them


SUNDAY NOTES
 

An AMAZING week of ministry at and by Central this week.  Click the blog post below to read worship notes from Rev. Lacey and to see pictures from the South Georgia trip (including a link to a local TV news story) and see pictures from Camp Beech Grove (week 3).

 

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CHOIR REHEARSAL AT CENTRAL

Central's choir will meet Sunday, June 21 & 28 at 10:00am in the choir room for a rehearsal/warm-up.

 

 

Special Events this Summer 

Please RSVP for the special Tuesday activities

 

Tuesday, June 23 @ 6:30pm to 8:00

Introduction to Mindfulness

The simplest definition of "mindfulness" is "being present, right in this moment."  The rest is a long-term training of the heart-mind.  Rev. Michael will lead a short introduction to three basic mindfulness practices: centered breathing (pranayama), centering prayer (mantra), and mindful self-observation (journaling).  For more information/RSVP: Rev. Michael; $10 suggested donation (donations help to provide supplies for other activities).

 

Tuesday, June 30 @ 6:30pm to 8:00

Mindful Eye (Ikebana)

While an "Ikebana master" would likely take issue with the use of the word, this workshop will bring a mindful eye to the collection and arrangement of materials into a floral/environmental display.  We will take a mindfulness walk on campus, gather elements, and make our arrangement. For more information on what to bring/RSVP: Rev. Michael; $10 suggested donation (donations help to provide supplies for other activities).

 

 

Tuesday, July 7  @ 6:30pm to 8:00

Mindfully Still (Restorative Yoga)

This meditative evening is a supported practice of stillness (not movement); no yoga experience is necessary.  The sequence will be "on the floor" with blankets and bolsters; participants will be invited to "rest and release."   For more information or to RSVP: Rev. Michael; $10 suggested donation (donations help to provide supplies for other activities).

 

Tuesdays, July 21 & Aug18 @ 6:30pm to 8:30

Table Talk @ the Harrisons'

Table Talk will continue to meet all summer!  This "gathering" (not a "group") consists of whoever "shows up;" sometimes we all fit around one table, often we are at two.  We share a meal (there's always plenty of food), but the open and safe discussion is what nourishes us deeply.  Bring your questions and theological musings (and a dish to share, if you are able).  Contact Rev. Michael for more information. 

 

Tuesday, August 11 @ 6:30pm to 8:00

Soap Making

Join us for a family fun event of soap making, hosted by Bob Watson. This will be a great time to relax, learn something new, and fellowship with others.  For more information or to RSVP: Rev. Michael; $10 suggested donation (donations help to provide supplies for other activities).

 

CONCERT

CLAYTON STATE CAMPUS

June 25 at  8:15pm

You are cordially invited to attend a special concert on June 25 at 8:15 pm.  At Clayton State Campus, Spivey Hall, Morrow, GA.  The choral group is composed of singers from six choral societies, four colleges, and six churches.  Directed by David Morrow, Director of the Morehouse College Glee Club, the Atlanta Singers and the Wendell Whalum Community Chorus. Repertoire on the concert is by Handel, Wendell Whalum, Tichelli,Victor Johnson, Uzee Brown and Rosephanye Powell.  Central musicians Geneva Benoit, Eric Lucas, Lesley MacFarlane, Marlee Givens and Leona Greenlaw will be singing in this concert, and would love to see you there!

 

CAMP BEECH GROVE
                           (Full day sessions)
                      June 1 to July 10, 9am-4pm 
Please like us on Facebook: Camp Beech Grove

We have a wonderful camp planned for the summer. Tell your friends. Put it on your neighborhood list serve and again if you have already. Now is the time in which a whole new group of families are signing up for camp. We have room for more children. Click the link to read more...  

ADULT SUNDAY 
SPIRITUAL FORMATION 
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Sundays, 9:30-10:45am (Room 204)


PRACTICAL THEOLOGY:

Sundays, 9:30-10:45am (Room 206)
Practical Theology: A Just Peace Covenant Community Class studies, explores and takes action on current issues. The class shares leadership and begins each class with "How was your week?" and a short devotional.  All are welcome.  Contacts:  Jackie & George Dominick - [email protected]

 

Current Study:  

A CALL TO ACTION:  Women, Religion, Violence and Power by Jimmy Carter.

 

Date:  06/21 

Lesson: Read Chapter 6, "Violence and War"

Leader - Bill O'Steen; Devotional - Woody

 

Date:  06/28

Lesson: Read Chapter 7," Observations as a Traveler"

 

Sundays, 9:30-10:45am (Library, Fellowship Hall)


General Synod 2015
Cleveland, Ohio
(June 25-30)

COOKOUT:  Sunday, July 5, 6:00pm

Members and friends of Central who live in zip codes 30033 and 30345 are invited to the home of Bob and Helen Fredrick on SUNDAY, JULY 5, for a cookout.  Please bring a dish to share. We'll be starting the burgers about 6:00 pm.   Please rsvp to [email protected]