“You are my hope, O God.” ~Psalm 71:5

The prophet Jeremiah was called by God during the captivity of Jerusalem in 587 B.C. In the midst of fear and upheaval, God gave Jeremiah the spiritual authority to proclaim hope: “Look, I have put my words in your mouth! Today I appoint you to rise up against nations and realms” (Jeremiah 1:10). God gives spiritual authority to various leaders. Other times, God calls communities to mobilize spiritual authority. I believe God is calling MCCDC to bear prophetic witness to hope.

Even in the midst of occupation the District of Columbia is a city of hope. As Jackie Lois shared at Noon Prayer today: “We are a city of refuge.” MCCDC is a place of hope in the city of hope. Each day people turn to us for comfort, joy, and compassion. Our ministry is global through our on-line and on-demand ministries. Those struggling with insomnia turn to our services to worship and pray in the middle of the night.

Where is God in this? The image that comes to my heart is Jesus weeping over Jerusalem saying, “Would that you, even you, had known on this day the things that make for peace! But now they are hidden from your eyes. For the days will come upon you, when your enemies will set up a barricade around you and surround you and hem you in on very side” (Luke 19: 41-43).

I picture divine tears for the people of Gaza, Ukraine, Burkina Faso, and Maynmar.

Sally Brown writes, “There will be times when the anguish of God claims us for bold word and action. Only God’s promise to sustain us will make such work bearable.” MCCDC is called to do such work. God’s promise will empower and sustain us.

God spoke to Jeremiah to free him from the limitations of fear: “Do not be afraid of them for I am with you to deliver you” (Jeremiah 1:8).

Holy One, help us today to rise up and claim our spiritual authority. Help us to be witnesses to hope. Remind us that even small acts of compassion are used by You to create a ripple effect of hope. Remind us that we are not too young, too old, too small or too limited to open ourselves to do what You’ve called us to do. Amen.

By Faith,

Rev. Elder Dwayne Johnson

9 am Spiritual Engagement Hour

Witnesses to Hope

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.

+This Sunday we’ll explore Psalm 71

+To prepare, reflect on what the poet says in Psalm 71: 1-2

“Lord, you are my shelter, do not fail me.

You always do right;liberate me, rescue me, hear me and save me.”

+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

 

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.

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Call In: 13017158592,,84890359051#
Meeting ID: 848 9035 9051

Share your generous gifts and ideas with your church family.

For more information email RevDwayne@MCCDC.com or RevCathy@mccdc.com

Multifaith Prayer Vigil

Come join DC faith leaders from across the city in a Multifaith Prayer Vigil this Saturday August 23, at 04:30 gathering and 05:00 – 06:00 pm service.

The vigil will take place at:

The Columbia Heights Civic Plaza 1400 Park Rd NW, Washington, DC 20010.

The purpose of this vigil is to reclaim DC through prayer from forces that are using intimidation to do violence, and cause harm

Click here to RSVP.

POC for this event is Bill Mefford www.festivalcenter.org

39th Walk & 5K to End HIV

Join MCCDC Team on September 20,2025 for the 39th Annual Walk & 5K to End HIV at Anacostia Park 8 am.

WHERE: Anacostia Park (Adjacent to the roller skating pavilion )

1500 Anacostia Drive, SE

Washington, DC 20020

Free, on-site parking available

Click here to donate or join team MCCDC.

Contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville at mccdchivwalk@mccdc.com for more information.

MCCDC NEW GIVING SYSTEM

MCCDC continues to transition to a new giving system called SubSplash.

This change is intended to be more user friendly than our current easy tithe system.

Some SubSplash Features are:

* Web Giving
* Recurring giving
* Text GIVE4UNITY to 1-888-364-GIVE (4483)
* And phone App giving (Android and iPhone Friendly)

Click here to see a video on Frequently Ask Questions for SubSplash Giving system.

Contact MCCDC Treasure Chocolatte Miller with any questions or concerns at treasurer@mccdc.com.

Pathways to Generosity, Prayer #155

by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter

“Those moments you fail are not the end, they are periods in which you recollect thoughts, ideas, and ambitions, and change direction.” ~ Benjamin Chapin

Dear God, create in us a clean heart and daily renew our minds to trust You during chaotic periods and not become complacent in peaceful times. In your generous mercy and forgiveness, lead us through the path that is now before us. Let not our feet stray away from your purpose for us as a beloved community. Thank you, God, for generously creating everyone in your image, a plethora of different races, different genders and ethnicities to commune with You and with each other. You created all living beings—plants, animals, and humans; and you said “It was good.”

We thank you for you mercy and grace that we are born into this world with the privilege of inheriting eternal life. We pray to remain loyal to your word for this gift that is given us. We are grateful for the opportunities to spread your love and the gospel to everyone, and to share wisely with people in need. We praise you for the willingness to share generously of our talents, time, financial abundance, and treasures in worship with You, and the gathering of souls into your spiritual realm. In your many precious names, may we let your Holy Light shine through us in every act undertaken to perform your great works. Thank you, God, for our journey of life on earth! Amen.

“Don’t open your heart to envy of those who sin, but be constant in fear [respect and trust] of Ywhw—for you are part of what is to become, and your hope will not be cut off.” Proverbs 24:16 (The First Egalitarian Translation)

Overview

Benjamin Chapin, was an American stage actor best known as an impersonator of Abraham Lincoln. From childhood Chapin had an obsession with the assassinated president, and had a lengthy career playing him on the Lyceum circuit and in vaudeville.

Born August 9, 1872, Bristolville, Ohio, USA

Died June 2, 1918, Liberty, New York, USA(tuberculosis)

Other works

Stage Play: Lincoln. Historical drama (revival). Written by Benjamin Chapin. Garden Theatre: 5 Feb 1909- Feb 1909 (closing date unknown/17 performances). Cast: Benjamin Chapin, Caroline Harris, Helen Holmes, Daniel Jarrett, L. Rogers Lytton, Master Robert Tansey, Edward Wade. Produced by Benjamin Chapin.

MCCDC Bible Study Summer Break

MCCDC Bible Study is on summer break starting July 01,2025. Bible study will resume on September 09,2025. Email Dale Madyun-Baskerville, with any questions at mccdcbiblestudy@mccdc.com.

 

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:

* Daniel Scearce’s sister Ronda McBride * Clara Carter’s Health and her 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 * Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline * Glenn Conway * Evelyn Jones * Earline Budd * Prayers for our country. * Prayer for the Hunter family * Kappy Majekodunmi,* Michael Cunningham * Dr. Rev Teresa Tygart and partner Sue for healing, *’Prayers for Rose William Family

 

“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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The dial in is 301-715-8592

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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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