Upcoming Events

Wanted: Caring Christian Friends

Have Compassion for Others in Need? Learn how to care for folks in MPUMC's congregation and community who are facing stressful, lonely or difficult times. Prayerfully consider joining the upcoming Stephen Ministry training.  To learn more about this amazing ministry opportunity be sure to attend the informational meeting in the MPUMC Youth Room Tuesday, January 31 at 7:00 pm or contact Margaret Shortreed at mshortreed@bellsouth.net or 770-921-6894

Church to Host Family Promise February 12 - 19

Family Promise is a program that provides shelter, meals, and support services to families without homes. MPUMC is scheduled to host families February 12 -19.  Here are ways that you can support this ministry:

• Sign up in the Gathering Room for the following duties:

o   Prepare meals

o   Provide transportation

o   Visit with families

o   Stay overnight

• Donate the following items (Place in collection basket near the church office)

o   Disposable containers and ziplock bags

o   Laundry detergent, hand soap

o   Bottled water, juice boxes and packaged snacks

If you would like to assist in any way, you may also contact John Grovenstein at 770-638-7167 or john4880@comcast.net.

Annual Mission Auction Dinner Planned for March 18

Here at Mountain Park United Methodist Church, our mission efforts span from nearby neighborhoods to Costa Rica, Honduras and Kenya. Funds raised from the annual Mission Auction Dinner serve as one of the primary funding sources for many of these outreach efforts.  How can you help support the Annual Mission Auction Dinner?

• Donate . . . services or new items for the auction. Ideas include: Vacation homes, babysitting services, tutoring, yard work, lessons of some sort (tennis, voice, guitar, etc.), gift cards from your favorite restaurant, gourmet meals, original artwork, etc.  The possibilities are endless. Complete a card indicating what you plan to donate and return it to the church office.

• Attend . . . the auction dinner. Tickets are on sale now for $15 each.  Enjoy a delicious meal catered by Gloria and Ferrell Wooten. With limited tickets available, make sure to get yours early.

• Bid . . . on and buy items at the auction. You will be surprised at the variety of choices.

• Pray . . . for those who participate in our mission outreach efforts.

Games with Friends

Senior Adults meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 11:45 am in the Community Room for a time of food, fun and fellowship. Bring a sandwich and your favorite game. Drinks and dessert provided.

Small Group Opportunities this Winter

The study of the Word of God is essential to our Christian Faith.  This winter we will offer several small groups.  Please sign up to learn more of the stories of our Faith.   We encourage each of you to prayerfully consider joining one of these small groups. Click here to see list of studies being offered.