“Sing a new song to the Lord!” ~Psalm 98: 1
God gives us the right song at the right time. When we are down, the right song brings a lift. When tired, the right song brings energy. When restless, the right song brings rest.
Songs gave courage to our ancestors. In Psalm 98 the psalmist invites our ancestors to sing a new song to God. They sing a song to God who is faithful in true love. They sing to God who made a way when there seemed to be no way. They sing to God who met their hunger with manna. They sing to God who called them to worship with a song for every occasion.
Multiple instruments created orchestras of courage and hope. One instrument was the shofar, a ram’s horn. The sounding of the shofar was a call to action. The shofar called people together for news and announcements. The shofar was used for holy ceremonies, including coronations and festivals such as the Day of Atonement.
Now, we are called to sing a new song. We are called to give new voice to the ancient song of Psalm 98. It is a song to God and about God. It is a song of praise to God who revels in songs from the nations. It is song of joy to a God who acts with steadfast love and faithfulness. This song is an old song that becomes new with hope that God “will rule the world with justice and its people with equity” (v. 9). Our world cries out for justice and equity.
In these times we need songs that ignite our courage. Think of your favorite songs and recall the moments when they made you dance, brought you to your knees in prayer, or inspired you to take action.
Grace and peace,
Rev. Elder Dwayne Johnson
Reimagining Sunday Opportunities
Beginning May o5, 2024, MCCDC is moving to ONE Unified Worship Service at 10:30 AM EST , In-Person, On-Line, and On-Demand
9AM: Music Engagement Hour with
Min. Diedre Gray and Min. Daniel Scearce
(Opportunity to join rehearsal to offer your voice and talent for Worship)
(Main Sanctuary)
9 AM: Spiritual Engagement Hour with
Rev. Dwayne, Rev. Cathy and Special Guests
(Chapel and ZOOM)
10AM Friendship and Hospitality Time
10:30 UNIFIED WORSHIP SERVICE
12 PM Ministry and Community Engagement·
Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC
www.mccdc.com- live.mccdc.com- 474 Ridge St NW Washington, DC
In Loving Memory
Clinton Cornell Dawson-Alston
Sunrise: May 10, 1982
Sunset: April 13, 2024
Celebration of Life Services will be held Saturday, May 11, 2024
Not About Me Ministries,
3106 Branch Ave, Temple Hills, MD.
Viewing at 10:00 a.m.
Service at 11:00 a.m.
Please keep Cornell husband, Joseph Dawson-Alston , in your prayers.
Building Our Generous Home
MCCDC invites you to prayerfully consider ways to share your generosity in 2024.
Please click on the form below fill it our and email it to pastors@mccdc.com or mail it to 474 Ridge St., Washington, DC 20001 to share those ways with us.
Click here to print the Generosity 2024 Intention Form March 2024
Celebrating Mother’s
Let’s celebrate all mother’s figures in our lives. Please offer her /their name, whether it’s an honor or remembrance, and your name.
Tributes will be presented in our Sunday Worship Folder on and during service on
May 12th (Mothers Day)
We welcome your photos for us to compile into a special video presentation. Please submit pictures to pastors@mccdc.com by
09 May 2024.
Older Adult Ministry
The Older Adult Ministry will be holding its monthly meeting In Person, 2nd floor Chapel or Zoom. 12 May 2024 .
?This month we will have a guest speaker from Center for Aging Services
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Here are three ways to participate :
Click here to open Zoom and join automatically
Call In, 301-715-8592, Meeting ID: 824 9552 3942
In Person 474 Ridge St., NW, Washington, D 20001
The Older Adult Ministry will be holding it monthly meeting In Person, 2nd floor Chapel or Zoom. 12 May 2024 .
Bake Sale
Starting 05 May 2024 there will be delicious assorted home made cakes and pies
FOR SALE made by Cecila Hayden-Smith MCCDC Church Mother.
Order now! at the welcome table your favorite bake goods.
Your sweet treat will be ready for pick up in the welcome hall on 12 May (Mothers day ) and 16 June ( Fathers Day)
All proceeds from the bake sale will be donated to the church general fund and Older Adult Ministry (OAM).
2024 MCC People of African Descent (PAD) Conference
Join the PAD Conference: The Next Generation 2024 July 26 to 28 in Detroit, Michigan, USA.
MCC Detroit will be co-hosting the this year Detroit Black Pride titled “Hotter Than July.”
Additionally, this year’s Black Pride will have a gospel theme to it featuring the artist B Slade featuring special guest Bishop Yvette Flunder
We are also honored to have our Moderator the Rev. Elder Cecilia Eggleston and her spouse Orgena Rose with us for the conference from Australia.
Click here for detail conference and cost information
Drama Ministry
Calling all persons for Drama Ministry! We are seeking participants for our summer drama & beyond!!!
We need Actors, Extras and Stagehands. Whether you attend online or in person, you are welcome! If you are interested, please contact Rev. Jules Christian at enjoyingtoday@hotmail.com or 336-419-7579!
Writing Ministry
MCCDC’s Writing’ Ministry will gather on Saturday, 18 May , 10:00 am EST via zoom link listed below. Whether you are an experienced writer or want to begin writing, or do more, please consider joining. For more information contact Greg Synder at gcsnyder01@aol.com.
Click Here to Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 865 7622 1632
Passcode: 146039
Sight and Sounds Theater
MCCDC’s Older Adults Ministry is sponsoring a bus trip to see the play
Daniel at Sight and Sound Theater
, located at 300 Hartman Bridge Road, Ronks, Pa. We’ll depart from 474 Ridge St NW, Washington DC at 1:00 p.m. and return at 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Tickets cost $160 and include round trip coach bus ride, ticket for premium theater seats, and a stop at Amish Miller Smorgasbord Restaurant (MEAL COST NOT INCLUDED).
Payments can be made in three installments of $54 each, or one payment of $160. Anyone using the payment plan must pay in full no later than May 31, 2024.
ALL PAYMENTS ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE. Go to danieltrip.mccdc.com to pay
Questions? Contact Dale L. Madyun-Baskerville via email, oam@mccdc.com
God of My Understanding: Becoming a Spiritual Force
Jackie Lois invites you to journey with her through a series of short stories on what church looks like.
You will discover opportunities for spiritual growth and community that seeks to reach out to many people who never felt at home or previously rejected by church and organized religion.
Click Here to Order Your Book!
Pathways 2 Generosity, Prayer #106 by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
“Doing God’s work always makes me feel better.” ~ Cecelia Hayden-Smith
Dear God, thank you for “each new day to make a new beginning”[Momma Cee]. Thank you for the breath of life that quickened within our bodies the moment we became a living being in the womb. We are grateful for your generous prosperity which awakens us each day and inspires us to work tirelessly to help spread the gospel of your grace and forgiveness to people everywhere, and help others in need. We are grateful to be part of your Beloved Community without borders, to love, support, and encourage each other in troublesome periods, and celebrate the joyful times too. You are always with us to comfort and provide us the strength to stand again. We pray that our lives reflect your glory in the things we say or do, and that we remain humble, acknowledging that it is your Spirit that enables us.
We are grateful for our spiritual gathering place, Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC, and all spiritual worship places. Thank you, God, for the outflowing of faith that helps us share in the good works you have prepared for us to perform within the Spiritual Realm. We are grateful for all who share generously of their talents of leadership, teamwork, financial gifts, skills, and precious treasures to reap a great harvest of souls for the Beloved Community. Embolden us to live faithfully, and separate us from habits and rituals that tend to hinder and blind us to your will; and that each day we are awakened with a renewed mind and a deeper fellowship with You. Dear God, thank you in your many precious names. Amen
“Never grow tired of doing good. We will reap a harvest at the proper time—if we don’t grow weary. So, while we still have time, do good to all and especially to those of the household of faith.” Galatians 6:9-10 (The First Egalitarian Translation)
Prayer Corner
Please lift the following people up during your prayer time:
* Bill Campbell *Jerry Giem * Tim Helm *Rose Williams *Cecilia Hayden-Smith and Esther Smith’s health *Delores Fowler * Veronica Franklin * Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline * Glenn Conway * Anthony Goode ?Randy Punley * Marcus Garnett *Evelyn Jones * Steve Sloane * Jeffrey Luckenbach ? * Cathy Batson’s niece Lisa * Cynthia Melman *Kim Battle *Joshua Benkins’ father Isaac *Mike Washington * Buck Carlson * Doris Carter Washington of Alexandria * John Hylton * Summer Allen * Ruth Kappy Makekodunmi
“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!
You’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
Join other MCCDC writers in our monthly Zoom Writing Ministry meeting.
For more information contact gcsnyder01@aol.com.
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