“God so loves you that God has laid out a path for you to follow. God has given you something that makes you uniquely you. There is something in you that transcends employment, labels, gender, or status. God has created you with a purpose, and is calling you to that purpose today. You were created to do no less . . .God has called you to your life. Let it speak. Let nothing get in the way of being the person that you are.” ~Robb McCoy
Our scripture for Sunday from Luke 1:68-79 invites us to behold our purpose centered in love. In our Gospel, Zechariah the priest lifts the infant John and proclaims: “And you, my child, will be called the prophet of the Most High, for you’ll go before our God to prepare the way for the Promised One, giving the people the knowledge of salvation through forgiveness of their sins. Such is the tender mercy of our God, who from on high will bring the Rising Sun to visit us, to give light to those who live in sadness and the shadow of death and to guide our feet into the way of peace.”
John was born with a purpose, foremost preparing the way for Jesus the Promised One. Born into a world of fear, John became a voice crying out through the wilderness of fear into a love that transcends fear. His love opened the way for the greatest love the world has ever known: The love of Jesus. It is this love that opens the path to “serve God without fear, in holiness and justice and in God’s presence for all our days” (Luke 1:74-75). Love frees us to serve with generosity!
True prosperity is centered in love. It is the path of love that opens the way for us to stop the spiritual impoverishment of grabbing, grasping, and controlling. The path of true prosperity overflows into the freedom of giving. Anne Lamott writes, “We live the most when we’re giving. That’s why Jesus was such a radical.” Our generous God created us for generosity. It shows up in many ways. Like John, generosity for us may be making a way for someone else. However it shows up, love is the motivating force.
Join us Sunday at 10:30AM Eastern on-line, on-site and on-demand. To prepare, join me in this prayer by Nan Merrill inspired by
Psalm 46: “Be still and know that I am Love. Awaken! Befriend justice and mercy. Do you not know you bear my Love? Amen.”
By Faith,
Rev. Elder Dwayne Johnso
Church Calendar
Sunday, November 23
—09:00 am Spiritual Engagement Hour Zoom
—10:30 am Unified Worship Service
Monday, November 24
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev. Dwayne
Tuesday, November 25
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev. Dwayne
No Bible Study
Wednesday, November 26
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev. Dwayne
Thursday, November 27
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev. Dwayne
—THANKSGIVING- MCCDC OFFICES CLOSED
Friday, November 28
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev. Dwayne
Saturday, November 29
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev. Dwayne
Sunday, November 30
—09:00 am Spiritual Engagement Hour Zoom
—10:30 am Unified Worship Service
9 am Spiritual Engagement Hour
Iyanla Vanzant on Trust
Join us on-site, on-line and later on-demand for 9 AM ET Spiritual Engagement Hour.
This Sunday’s Highlights:
+We live in times that are impacting mental health. At MCCDC we offer support.
We are aware of stigma and seek to create a space for open conversations
to help us learn from each other in a spiritual context.
+To prepare, reflect on this quote from Iyanla Vanzant:
“In essence, trusting God means trusting the deeper essence of who you are.
The challenge many of us face is that we are taught to worship an external God:
an identity or being that exists somewhere outside of ourselves.
God, as many of us have been taught, is something that we cannot see or touch.
In response to this teaching, most us come to believe that we cannot hear God,
and that those who do hear God are special people.
What I have discovered is that the more I trust myself, the more I hear God.”
+Bring your favorite poems or other writings.
MCCDC Chapel Onsite, Online & On demand.
Here are three ways to participate :
Click here to open Zoom and join automatically
Call In, +1 301 7158592 Meeting ID:850 0797 0818
In Person 474 Ridge St., NW, Washington, D 20001
2025 Congregational Meeting
Mark your calendars! We will be holding our annual Form and Congregational Meeting at 12:00 EST on the below dates:
23 November: Congregational Meeting In-Person & Zoom
Click here to JOIN MCCDC VIA Zoom Link
Click here to review to Congregational Packet
We invite you to join other MCCDC members in reviewing 2025 and planning how we’ll grow our generous home in 2026.
During the November 23 Congregational Meeting the Board of Directors will be holding an Election.
The Board of Directors is looking for motivated and qualified candidates to run for two three-year positions and one two-year position up for election.
If you feel called and have been a member of MCCDC in good standing for the past six months, you are eligible to run. Please submit a brief resumé and letter of interest to revdwayne@mccdc.com and churchoffice@mccdc.com.
MCCDC Special Christmas Skit
You’re Invited!
Be Part of a Special Christmas Skit for our Christmas Concert
Do your kids love to dance, act, or be part of something beautiful this Christmas?
We’re inviting kids of all ages to join our special skit. No acting experience needed — just a willing heart, a smile, and the spirit of Christmas! ??
Rehearsals: Immediately after service at the Chapel: November 16, 23 and 30
Performance Date: December 6 at 6:00 P.M.
Sign up by emailing Rev. Dwayne at revdwayne@mccdc.com
MCCDC Christmas Decoration Day
Your invited to join us in decorating our church for the holiday Seasons on November 29, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm.
For more information email Rev Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com.
MCCDC Church Wide Christmas Potluck
The Older Adult Ministry will be holding a Church wide Christmas Potluck on
December 14 at 12:00 pm
Bring your favor dish to share, paper plates cups, ice, water or soda.
Bring a gift of $5.00 or less for the gift giving game.
Join in person at 474 Ridge Street,
Washington, DC , Main Sanctuary,
Signup at the welcome hall table on what you are bringing or email Dale Madyun-Baskerville at oam@mccdc.com.
Volunteer Worship Folder Coordinator
After many years of service Darryl Walker is stepping back as the Worship Folder Coordinator for MCCDC.
We invite you to share your talents in preparing worship Folders each week. This encompass gathering information, designing, and producing weekly worship folders or bulletins, which includes orders of service, hymns, readings, and announcements.
Pleases reach out to Rev Dwayne at revdwayne@mccdc.com or revcathy@mccdc.com if you are interested in this position.
Join the Generosity Team
Help MCCDC Grow Financially, Spiritually and in Membership. Join the team on Thursday at 6:30 via Zoom.
Click here to open Zoom and join automatically
Call In: 13017158592,,84890359051#
Meeting ID: 848 9035 9051
Share your generous gifts and ideas with your church family. Every gift matters and is greatly appreciated.
Click here to complete Many Paths of Generosity Intention Form
For more information email RevDwayne@MCCDC.com or RevCathy@mccdc.com
Mental Health Awareness
Some Mental Health Resources
If you or someone you know are struggling — having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, experiencing relationship problems, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, lonely, just need someone to talk to
Helpline resources are available in support
Some HELPLINES in operation 24 hours a day/7 days a week
(Primarily US based)
| 988 Suicide & Crisis Life Line | Call or Text 988 |
| Crisis Text Line | Text HOME to 741741 |
| Trans Life Line | Call U.S. 877-565-8860 Canada 877-330-6366 |
| LGBTQ+ youth (under 25 years old) | 1-866-488-7386 |
Some Worldwide HELPLINES in operation
Accessed by country search
| FIND A HELPLINE | Find a Helpline |
Join the MCCDC Team!
MCCDC currently has an immediate opening for a part-time custodial position.
Responsible for cleaning and maintaining 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.
MCCDC Bible Study
Come join us for Bible Study on Tuesday@ 7PM. Go to calendar.mccdc.com for the Zoom Link or email Dale Madyun-Baskerville, with mccdcbiblestudy@mccdc.com questions.
Pathways to Generosity, Prayer #86
by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
“There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there, you must go beyond them.” ~ Bruce Lee
Dear God, we are thankful for our true nature immersed in Your unconditional love for everyone. Help us not to say “I cannot” but to believe and trust that “I can.” According to your grace we can go beyond limits that we put on ourselves to do what needs to be done. All things are possible with you even if we exercise just a little faith and trust You. We are grateful for a new beginning each day to exercise faith to do what that you ordained us to do.
Thank you, God for the faith-building opportunities to fulfill the church’s vision and mission led by our spiritual leaders. When our days are overshadowed with grief and doubt, we want to continue trusting you according to your purpose for our life. We pray to stay encouraged, move pass obstacles (real and unreal) and roadblocks along the way. With humble hearts, we pray to believe and trust you that all things are possible when we believe and are committed to the renewing of our minds. Reaching plateaus are not for remaining in place, but an opportunity for higher accomplishments.
In our homes we worship You within the quiet stillness of each heartbeat. We are grateful for our spiritual gathering place and all spiritual places of worship throughout the world. Thank you for the willingness to share generously of financial gifts, talents, skills, time, and treasures with others to glorify You. We are grateful for a Beloved Community without walls. Thank you in your many precious names. Amen.
“I am Yhwh, the God of all living creatures. Is there anything impossible to me?” Jeremiah 32:27 (The First Egalitarian Translation)
Hospitality Ministry
MCCDC Hospitality Ministry needs your help!
Please donate:
· Donate/Volunteer your time once a month on Sunday to coordinate, setup or clean up during Hospitality time.
· Donate supplies:
· Food Items: Individually package cookies, Granola bars, Fresh fruit, Yogurt, Coffee, Sugar, Water, tea bags, and juices (Individually cartons)
· Dry Goods: Coffee cups, 8 inch plates, 6 inch plates, paper towels, Clorox Cleaning Spray, dish clothes and dish towels.
Drop off all supplies Sunday morning at the kitchen window. To Volunteer see Dale Madyun-Baskerville on Sunday morning or email oam@mccdc.com
Prayer Corner
Please lift the following people up during your prayer time:
Clara Carter’s sister, Phyllis Carter Lewis * Joe Dawson * Betsy Kramer* Palestinian People in Gaza* Ukrainian People* Cecilia Hayden Smith and Esther Smith’s health * Bill Campbell *Jerry Giem* Tim Helm * Delores Fowler* Vernessa D. Wilson and Jackie Lois * Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline * Glenn Conway * Evelyn Jones* Earline Budd *Prayers for our country* Kappy Majekodunmi, * Michael Cunningham *Dr. Rev Teresa Tygart and partner Sue for healing * Cathy Batson Niece Lisa* Denita & Dale Daughter-in-law Marci Brooks for health * Emily Berry for healing. *Elaine Durden-Hunter for the loss of her pet Angel. * Prayer for Denita & Dale friend Kendall Fulton as she continues her journey with cancer.
“Church Ministries”
MCCDC Voices
Join us 9 AM onsite at 474 Ridge ST NW, Washington, DC to sing and rehearse for worship.
Make new friends and enjoy a sense of musical belonging.
“Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God” ~Colossians 3:16
Please email at pastors@mccdc.com for more information.
Scripture Reading
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 oam.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).
Please email at pastors@mccdc.com for more information.
JOIN PRAYER FROM NOON TO 12:30 PM Monday thru Saturday
Join Zoom Meeting
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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
This week topic is: The Essential to Gods Worship
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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