This Week’s Reflection
Then, to Thomas, Jesus said, “Take your finger and examine my hands. Put your hand into my side. Don’t persist in your unbelief but believe!” Thomas said in response, “My Savior and my God!” Jesus then said, “You’ve become a believer because you saw me. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” ~John 20:27-29 (The Inclusive Bible, First Egalitarian Translation)
In the scripture text for this Sunday (John 20:19-29), Jesus appears to the disciples after the crucifixion. Thomas, one of the disciples, is not present. When the disciples tell Thomas that they have seen Jesus, he expresses that he will not believe that they have seen the risen Jesus unless he touches his wounds. Thus, the expression “Doubting Thomas.” According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a “Doubting Thomas” is “a person who refuses to believe something until they are shown personal, physical proof. It refers to a habitually skeptical person who requires evidence rather than taking things on faith.”
Thomas, I believe, was a realist, and not someone who lacked faith. People view things in different ways, and we all sometimes have doubts or don’t believe something until we have some type of proof. In questioning, we are seeking answers. People are sometimes shamed by others and accused of having a lack of faith because they question instead of just accepting on face value. But Jesus meets us where we are, without blaming or shaming, especially in those times of uncertainty, in those times when we are looking for answers.
Holy One, thank you for meeting us where we are, for loving us, and for being with us even in those times when we are seeking. Thank you for the assurance of faith that we can have in your presence and in your promises. Amen.
Peace and Blessings!
Rev. Jo-Anne Ludy
MCC Baltimore
In Loving Memory Beverly Barnett
Saturday, April 25,2026 at 11:00 am
In Person Service at:
Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC
474 Ridge Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001
Join the service Live Stream at: live.mccdc.com
Point of Contact for this service is Rev. Cathy Alexander. She may be reached at revcathy@mccdc.com
Upcoming Elections
Your vote matters!
In the next few months, the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia will be holding various elections. We encourage you to vote during these elections because they matter .
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Church Calendar
Sunday, April 12
—10:30 am Unified Worship Service
—12:00 am Older Adult Ministry Meeting Onsite and Zoom
Monday, April 13
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev Jo-Anne Ludy
Tuesday, April 14
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev Jo-Anne Ludy
—07:00 pm Bible Study
Wednesday, April 15
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev Jo-Anne Ludy
Thursday, April 16
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev Jo-Anne Ludy
Friday, April 17
—12:00 pm Prayer Call with Rev Jo-Anne Ludy
Saturday, April 18
10:00 am Writing Ministry Zoom
Sunday: April 19
—10:30 am Unified Worship Service
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.
Older Adult Ministry
The Older Adult Ministry will be meeting In Person, 2nd floor Chapel and Zoom April 12,2026 at 12:00 pm .
This month guest speaker is Laura Byer, Program Manager, Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter’ Laura will be briefing the group on the warning signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
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Call In, 301-715-8592, Meeting ID: 824 9552 3942
In Person 474 Ridge St., NW, Washington, DC 20001
MCCDC 55th Anniversary Team
MCCDC needs team members to plan the 55th Anniversary for the church.
Help plan activities for this joyful time in our church history!
Contact Rev Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com for more information.
Many Paths to Generosity !!
Join your MCCDC Family and Friends in the many paths to generosity.
Giving of yourself, time, talent, treasure is important to your MCCDC Faith Community.
Please click here and fill out your MCCDC Generosity Intention Form.
Every gift matters and is greatly appreciated!
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, at mccdcbiblestudy@mccdc.com with questions.
Writers’ Ministry
MCCDC’s Writers’ Ministry gather on 3rd Saturday, -10AM -12NOON via zoom link listed below.
Whether you are an experienced writer or want to begin writing, or do more, please consider joining. For more info, contact gcsnyder01@aol.com
Click here to Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 865 7622 1632, Passcode: 146039
Join The Search
Wanted! MCCDC Music Minister Search Team Members to help find the next Part-Time Music Minister for MCCDC Services.
Help take our worship services to new horizons through teamwork and vision on what music can be in our church.
Contact Rev Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com for more information.
Grow Our Church
Join the MCCDC Church Growth and Membership Team to reach out to your friends, family and community throughout the DMV and on line.
Brain storm with fellow church members on how to better reach people.
Contact Rev Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com for more information
Volunteer Worship Folder Team Members
We invite you to share your talents in preparing the Worship Folder each week as a member of the Worship Folder Team.
This encompasses gathering information, designing, and producing weekly worship folders, which include orders of service, hymns, readings, and announcements.
Please reach out to Rev Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com if you are interested in this position.
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 Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com
“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 Friday
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
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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