I greet you from Saint Petersburg FL with a heart full of JOY! I appreciate the faith that MCC and your Board of Directors has placed in me to help lead you during this time of transition in advance of your eventually calling of a new settled pastor.
I am especially looking forward to being with you in person this coming Sunday, November 15th for worship and your annual congregational meeting. And I will be joining you in person monthly going forward.

Of course, taking advantage of today’s technology, I will also be joining in on many Zoom meetings every month.

I also will be available to you personally for conversation, questions and whatever you might have on your mind. Although I know some of you from my years with you previously, I am excited that there are many of you that I have not yet met and I look forward to that opportunity.
A grateful shout-out to Rev. Cathy Alexander who has been faithfully serving you since Rev. Elder Dwayne Johnson’s retirement this past February. She and I have been in touch over the past week, and she has been very helpful with information about the ‘who does what’ aspect of MCC DC. I look forward to personally connecting with many of you in the weeks ahead.

As we anticipate the holiday season, we will continue to “Move Forward in Faith.”

God has great things in store for MCC Washington DC! I am excited about joining you on your journey!

Rev. Dr. Candace Shultis, Interim Pastor

 

 

Church Calendar

 
Sunday, November 15
—10:30 am Unified Worship Service
——12:00 pm Congregational Meeting

Monday, November 16
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev Jo-Anne Ludy

Tuesday, November 17
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev Jo-Anne Ludy

—07:00 pm Bible Study

Wednesday, November 18
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev Jo-Anne Ludy

Thursday, November 19
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev Jo-Anne Ludy

Friday, November 20
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev Jo-Anne Ludy

Saturday, November 21
—10:00 am MCCDC Christmas Decoration Day

Sunday, November 22
——10:30 am Worship Service

 

MCCDC Board Corner

Mark Your Calendar!!!!

November 15: Congregational Meeting

Meeting will be On Site and Zoom.

Click Here to connect to the zoom session!

Forum/Meeting Highlights:

· Board of Director Elections
· Lay Delegate & Alternate Lay Delegate Elections
· Lay Delegate 2026 Special General Conference Voting Results
· Church Transition
· Senior Pastor Search

If you have any questions about this meeting, please contact MCCDC Board members at board@mccdc.com.

MCCDC Church Wide Christmas Potluck

The Older Adult Ministry will be holding a Church wide Christmas Potluck on

December 13 at 12:00 pm

Bring your favor side dish to share, paper plates cups, ice, water or soda. Older Adults will provide the meat.

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.

MCCDC ORAL HISTORY PROJECT

Tell Us Your MCCDC Story?

MCCDC would like for you to share your MCCDC story through a video.

• The video should run no longer than three minutes.

You can participate in this oral history project by creating a video recording of yourself answering the following questions:

1. What is your first and last name?
2. How were you first introduced to MCCDC?
3. Please share a favorite memory of a time spent here at MCCDC.

• All are welcome this means friends and members regardless of how long you have attended MCCDC.

All participant must complete a wavier.

Click here to print and sign the wavier for your video story..

• For more information email Louis Hicks at oralhistory@mccdc.com if you would like to make a video.

Sacred. Trans. Justice. A Faithful Call to Learn, Defend, and Act.

You are invited by the MCC Denomination to participate in an upcoming, vital webinar program: Sacred. Trans. Justice. A Faithful Call to Learn, Defend, and Act.

We are living in a terrifying time for trans individuals and their families, as a virulent anti-trans political movement seeks to eradicate trans rights. Created in partnership between the Transforming Hearts Collective and Metropolitan Community Churches (MCC), this program is designed to help both leaders and lay people of faith understand and effectively respond to this crisis.

Registration is free and open to everyone. Choose from one of two available session dates:

• Option 1: Tuesday, November 10
• Time: 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM Eastern (5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Pacific)
• Registration Deadline: November 4
• Option 2: Tuesday, November 17
• Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Eastern (12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Pacific)
• Registration Deadline: November 11
•
CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS AND TO REGISTER

MCCDC Christmas Decoration Day

You’re invited to join us in decorating our church for the holiday Seasons on November 21, 2026, from 10 am to 2 pm.

For more information email Rev Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com

Transgender Day Of Remembrance

Save The Date!

Join Our Team as an Office Volunteer!

Are you looking to make a difference?

We are looking for some volunteers or better known as “office angels” to come in and work in the office during the week.

Office volunteers to assist with tasks like filing, answering phones, updating phone lists, and escorting contractors onsite.

We would love to get 4-5 volunteers so we could rotate the coverage in the office during the week.

If you are interested….

Please contact Tina Fulp at board@mccdc.com or Rev. Cathy at revcathy@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 Brooks-Gordon * Michael Cunningham * Dr. Rev Teresa Tygart and partner Sue for healing * Cathy Batson’s Niece Lisa * Denita & Dale’s 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’s friend Kendall Fulton as she continues her journey with cancer * Prayer for healing for Retired Rev Elder Dwayne Johnson * Beverly Barnett family due her passing, * Tim Helm for healing from surgery. *Prayer for healing for Robin Anderson * Prayers for Anthony McMillian due to recent loss of his daughter Nicole.

Open Hearts, Open Hands: Join Our New Communion Service Team

A new Worship Service Communion Team is forming, and we invite you to be a part of extending God’s radical welcome to our community—both onsite and online.

Whether you are looking for a deeper way to engage in worship or want to offer a ministry of presence, there is a place for you here.

You can serve in a variety of meaningful ways:

* Co-Celebrant: Stand at the altar and help lead the table.
* Prayer Server: Administer communion and offer prayerful support to those receiving.
* Elements Bearer: Hold the bread/wafer and juice during the service.

No prior experience is necessary! We will provide all the training you need. All that is required is a willing heart, an open spirit, and a little time to serve periodically during worship.

If you desire to show God’s love through prayer and presence, please prayerfully consider this opportunity.

Ready to learn more?

Please contact Rev. Cathy (revcathy@mccdc.com) and Dr. Teresa (preachertygart@gmail.com) for more details.

“Church Ministries”

 

Reimage Ensemble: Find Your Musical Belonging!
Lift your voice in praise and community

The Reimage Ensemble invites you to join us as we sing and rehearse for worship. You will make new friends, share your talents, and experience a true sense of musical belonging.

• “Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God” ~Colossians 3:16
• When: 9:00 AM
• Where: Onsite at 474 Ridge St NW, Washington, DC
• Get Connected: Email revcathy@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 @mccdc.com for more information.

JOIN PRAYER FROM NOON TO 12:30 PM Monday thru Friday

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7078722334

Meeting ID: 707 872 2334

The dial in is 301-715-8592

Meeting ID: 7078722334

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.

Writing Ministry

Join other MCCDC writers in our monthly Zoom Writing Ministry meeting.

For more information contact writerministry@mccdc.com

 

Join Us on YouTube and subscribe to the MCCDC YouTube Channel!