This Week’s Reflection
“We ought to live each moment as if all eternity converged upon it.” -H.N. Weiman
Our prayers take many forms: from anger over gun violence, to the climate crisis, to loved ones facing health issues. Some prayers are spontaneous songs breaking out from the heart. Other prayers are a favorite scripture, poem or quote. At times there are periods of sacred silence.
One scripture for Sunday is an apt description of the time we share: “The Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words” (Romans 8:26). How do we pray? Imperfectly: as best we can. And we do it together.
Another scripture for Sunday is a compilation of descriptions of the Beloved Community as taught by Jesus. One of the descriptions Jesus offers is “The Community of Heaven is like a mustard seed” (Matthew 13: 31). Jesus speaks of one who sows this tiny seed, the smallest of all seeds, and then watches it grow into a tree so that birds can come and make nests in its branches. In God’s world a wonderful home begins as a seed! I believe our prayers are like seeds: as we grow in the ways of prayer we find ourselves more at home in the world, even this world of many pandemics.
As Jesus teaches through descriptions and metaphors, it is clear that he believes that all the stuff of life teaches us. In the message for Sunday we’ll look at seeds as teachers of prayer, especially related to these days and times. Every prayer is a seed that converges with eternity.
In preparation for Sunday, I invite you to reflect on this question: “What does a seed of prayer grow into? What do you now experience that you prayed for previously?”
Meet you Sunday in the Sanctuary and online at 9a.m. and 11a.m. Eastern, and later on demand.
Grace and peace,
Rev. Elder Dwayne Johnson
Join the MCCDC Team!
MCCDC currently has an immediate opening for a part-time custodial position.
Responsible for cleaning and maintain all areas of church facility Some grounds work will be required. We offer flexible hours and fair pay. Contact Melvin Moore at 202-638-7373 or email churchoffice@mccdc.com Or Rev Dwayne Johnson at 202-638-7373 or email revdwayne@mccdc.com.
Breast Cancer Walk?
Please plan to join MCCDC in the Susan G. Komen Foundation’s annual More than Pink Walk to End Breast Cancer on Sunday, September 10th at 7:00 a.m.
You can join in person at Freedom Plaza, 14th & Pennsylvania Avenues NW.
Click here to join or donate to Team MCCDC.
Contact Dr. Rev. Rev Dr Teresa Tygart, at preachertygart@gmail.com for more information.
Congregational Chat’s
• Aug 6 1230 Zoom Only Wellness Congregational follow up chat
• Aug 9 6:30 Zoom Only: Church Renewal and Growth Congregational Gathering
(Go to the date at calendar.mccdc.com for ZOOM link for both events)
Atlantic City Trip
MCCDC’s Older Adults Ministry will resume its annual day trip to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey. We’ll depart from the church at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 16th. Tickets cost $65 and include $15 for food and $20 for slots. To reserve your seat, click on link below:
oam.mccdc.com.
Please pay no later than September 1st. Contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville, baskerd6109@gmail.com, with any questions.
Bible Study Summer Break!
MCCDC Bible Study will be on summer break from 04 July to 05 Sept 2023. Bible Study will resume on 12 Sept 2023. Contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville, baskerd6109@gmail.com, with any questions.
Email Notice
Attention! If you recently sent an email to churchoffice@mccdc.com , RevCathy@mccdc.com , or RevDwayne@mccdc.com they may not have been received as intended. If you have not received a reply from an email you sent, please re-send. Thank You for your patience and understanding
Mary House Lunch and Learning Workshop
Join Mary House for one of their FREE workshops listed below on key topics:
• 16 Aug VA Benefits for Veterans and
• Surviving Spouses
• 23 Aug Tenants’ Rights and Protections
• 06 Sept The Rights of Residents in Long-Term Care Facilities
FREE Lunch will be provided. Please email Darryl Walker at dwalker@maryshousedc.org. Your email to Darryl is REQUIRED to CONFIRM your registration and your lunch.
Columbarium Expansion Committee
Volunteers are needed to write a proposal and oversee the contract to expand our current Columbarium located 2nd floor Memorial Chaplain.
To volunteer, call Darryl Walker at 202-297-6884 or email him at Darryl_1945@yahoo.com
Pathways 2 Generosity, Prayer #70 by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
“There is always, always, always something to be thankful for.” – Unknown
Dear God, there are so many things in this world that causes stress and unhappiness, but the Holy Comforter gives us the peace and patience to endure obstacles we face from time to time. We pray to be thankful even when things get unbearable. We are thankful that your Omnipresence surrounds us always even when we feel alone.
Amazing things happen in our lives when we pray and offer praise and thanksgiving to You. Help us to surrender to your will and fulfill your purpose that You planned for us before we were born.
Thank you, God, for Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC, and spiritual places of worship where everyone is welcomed into your spiritual realm. We are grateful for everyone sharing generously of financial gifts, talents, skills, time and treasures in worship services and helping people in need. Praise your many precious names. Amen!
“Rejoice always, pray constantly, give thanks for everything—for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1st Thessalonians 5:16 (The 1st Egalitarian Translation)
Worship Volunteer
We still need volunteers to sustain in-person worship. Please visit volunteer.mccdc.com and fill out the form for the dates and positions in which you can serve your church. Have questions about roles and responsibilities? Contact Chocolatté Miller, chocolatte.miller@outlook.com
Support for Tim Helm
Beloved longtime MCCDC member Tim Helm is recovering from spinal and back wound complications at BridgePoint Hospital on Capitol Hill. Tim welcomes your calls in the afternoon and evening at (202) 368-9877.
Tim, our love and prayers are with you!
~Your MCCDC Family
Prayer Corner
Please lift the following people up during your prayer time:
The Jackson Family in the passing of their beloved Denee Jackson * Bill Campbell * Jerry Giem * Tim Helm * Denise Wright, her mother Lucy Mae Coombs and her aunt Lottie Mae King * Rose Williams * Cecilia Hayden-Smith and Esther Smith’s health * Delores Fowler * Vernessa D. Wilson * Family of Ms. Brittany Harrell * Kia Murphy * Veronica Franklin * Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline * Glenn Conway * Anthony Goode * Randy Punley * Marcus Garnett * Renee Valentine’s brother * Arden Shutt * Evelyn Jones * Steve Sloane * Jeffrey Luckenbach * Cathy Batson’s niece Lisa * Cynthia Melman * Kim Battle * Joshua Benkins’ father Isaac * Angela Terrell * Mike Washington * Buck Carlson * Lolita Gleaton for healing from her cancer * Mezyi Choir * Johanna Hardy * Doris Carter Washington of Alexandria * Loss of Melvin Moore Adams’ sister Krissandra Moore * John Hylton * Summer Allen
“Church Ministries & Events”
Virtual Choir
Come and join the Virtual Voices of MCC Choir! Lift your voice in our virtual rehearsals while singing from the comfort of your home. For more info, email Music Minister Deidre Mouton Gray at msdeedeemusic@gmail.com.
Spiritual Gifts, Get Involved!
Your’re invited to consider sharing your spiritual gifts by making a Scripture Reading Video or sharing a Video Testimony on what MCCDC means to you.
It does not have to be long and the AV team is standing by to help you with the video. Please email me at revdwayne@mccdc.com for more information.
Moving Spirit Dance Ministry
Come dance for God! No experience needed. Email Cathy Batson at cathybatson1@verizon.net for more information. Check out past performances on our YouTube channel, including “I Can Only Imagine” (April 2019) and “Mighty River”(February 2018).
Singing to God
Join the Virtual Voices of the MCC Choir. Lift your voice in our virtual rehearsals while singing from the comfort of your home. Email Music Minister Diedre Gray at msdeedeemusic@gmail.com
JOIN PRAYER FROM NOON TO 12:30 PM Monday thru Saturday
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7078722334
Meeting ID: 707 872 2334
The dial in is 301-715-8592
Meeting ID: 7078722334
Intercessory Prayer Team
Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month at 7 pm
Contact LaMar Jenkins at 202-750-08887
Bible Study Tuesdays at 7:00 pm Eastern
Click here to Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/434566329
or Dial: (301) 715-8592 ,Meeting ID: 434 566 329
Contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville at mccdcbiblestudy@mccdc.com for more information.
Pastoral Care Meeting
Meet 1st and 3rd Wednesday, each month at 6::30pm
Contact pastoralcare@mccdc.com for more information or interest in joining this vibrant church ministry this Fall
Writing Ministry
Meets Monthy
For more information, contact Jacqueline Laughlin at yemayah@icloud.com.
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