LENTEN STUDY – Please note that the “Beyond 30 Second” study, led by John Huggins, will begin NEXT Sunday at 4:00 p.m. in the Hope House. If you’d like to attend, but haven’t signed up yet, please contact the church office as soon as possible so that the correct number of books can be purchased. If you have any questions, please see John Huggins or Bobby Smith.

A NEW BETH MOORE STUDY, “Stepping Up” is now being offered.  Beth will take us on a seven-week journey through the Psalms of Ascent (120-134). We will study such themes as unity, joy and gratitude, redemption, repentance, the power of blessings, facing ridicule, and much more. The study will begin on Wednesday, February 24 at 7:00 p.m. in classroom 112/114 downstairs.  The cost will be approx. $13.00. If you are interested, contact Neil Odom

NORCROSS COOPERATIVE NEEDS: Our NCM representative, Lila Hunter, has provided a list of current needs from NCM. Their food pantry is already running low after the holiday boom. Most needed items are: 1# bags of rice, 1# bags of dried beans, canned meats of ANY kind, canned fruit, juice and cereal. Happily, they are starting to receive grant money that will be used for The Homeless Prevention Rapid Re-Housing Program, and also for emergency assistance for those losing their homes. NCM also helps those seeking employment with resume assistance and counseling. It is truly much more than a “food bank”! Food donations may be dropped into the NCM box in the foyer at Mt. Carmel and will be taken to NCM, or you can write a check to Mt. Carmel and mark it for “NCM”. Thank you for your support of those in need in our area.

PIZZA NIGHT EVERY MONTH! If you’ve attended any of the Preschool Fundraisers, “Pizza Night at Vic’s”, you know what a great night it is with lots of fun and GREAT pizza! And Vic’s then donates 15% of all of their profits between 4:00 and 9:00 PM to our Preschool! Well now that fun event will be happening EVERY 2nd TUESDAY of EVERY MONTH! Please plan to attend the first one on Tuesday, Feb. 9^th! Vic’s is located in the Kroger shopping center at Pleasant Hill Rd. and Peachtree Ind. Blvd. And thanks for supporting our Preschool!

CATACOMBS COFFEE HOUSE  Thursday, February 11th Doors open at 7:00 p.m.and music will begin at 7:30.Our entertainment this week will feature one of our favorites, RON HIPP! Serving beverages (coffee, tea, and espresso drinks) and desserts. MISSION HIP: Everyone is also encouraged to bring a canned or non-perishable food to contribute to the Norcross Cooperative Ministry.  Thank you!

Mark your calendars for ASH WEDNESDAY, February 17, 2010. Covered Dish Dinner 6:00 p.m. Fellowship Hall Bring a dish or two to share. followed by the Ash Wednesday Worship Service 7:00 p.m. Sanctuary (nursery provided)