“You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you.” ~Acts 1:8
Like the earlier followers of Jesus, we need power from beyond ourselves, power from on high. In the mystery of our faith, the power from on high becomes the power from within. Through such power we are a people of courage, individually and collectively, for such a time as this. As many around us crumble with fear, we will move through fear.
This Sunday is Pentecost Sunday, fifty days after Easter Sunday and ten days after the Day of Ascension. At the first Pentecost the Holy Spirit moved in a mighty way. The Holy Spirit gave those gathered unique abilities to bear witness to the fullness of God. “All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit” (Acts 2:4). Through this empowerment of the Holy Spirit the church was born and the world was changed forever—and is still changing. From that first Pentecost, people continue to rise up to work for justice, equality, and shared prosperity.
In preparation for Sunday, I invite you to join me in praying this prayer by Susan Muto:
“Come, Holy Spirit, and radiate through our finitude the infinite goodness and mercy of God. Teach us to see in every obstacle a formation opportunity. Lead us to eternal peace and joy in oneness with the Trinity. Amen.”
Grace and peace,
Rev. Elder Dwayne Johnson
Spiritual Engagement Hour
Spirit and Care for Earth Pentecost & the Climate Crisis
With Featured Speaker:
Rev. Dr. Robin Gorsline
MCCDC Queer Poetic Eco-Theologian
9AM Eastern
MCCDC Chapel Onsite, Online & On demand.
Here are three ways to participate :
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Call In, +1 301 7158592 Meeting ID:850 0797 0818
In Person 474 Ridge St., NW, Washington, D 20001
MCCDC Pride Events
You’re Invited to Join Our MCCDC Family and March in the 2024 Capital Pride Parade ! MCC NoVa will also join us as well as part of our Pride Coalition “ChurchesUnitedInPride”.
The Pride Parade will kick off on Saturday, June 8th at 3pm at 14th & T Streets NW.
· For all who want to walk with us: The staging area for our float will be on 15th Street NW. The exact location will be announced closer to the Parade date.
· For those who cannot walk: we have a small float that you can ride on a first come bases.
· MCCDC Float Decoration: If you would like to help decorate the float / trailer with us, we will meet at MCCDC’s parking lot on Saturday morning, 474 Ridge St. NW, Washington DC. June 8th, at 10:00am.
· Pride Festival Booth: We will also have a booth at the Pride Festival – detailed information will be shared late by MCCDC Pride Coordinator Knut Panknin.
So come out, wear your favorite Pride shirt and let us reach out to the community with our message of “radically inclusive love”!
If you have any questions about our Pride events, please contact Knut Panknin at knutpanknin@gmail.com·
Washington DC Pride Events
Pride season is here and a number of events are schedule to happen. Click on the link below to see what going on for Pride in Washington DC
Events Calendar – Capital Pride Alliance
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 DUE MAY 21, 2024. 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.
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Pathways 2 Generosity, Prayer #108 by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
“Apply yourself both now and in the next life. Without effort, you cannot be prosperous. Though the land be good, you cannot have an abundant crop without cultivation.” ~ Plato
Dear God, thank you for being the strength in our weakness. It is through you that we move and have our being. With you all things are possible—the fulfilling of the vision and mission to further the purpose of your spiritual realm across borders for a borderless spiritual worship in all languages to magnify your glory and power. Thank you for courageous faith to work prosperously all of your goodness, and the willingness to share it with others. Thank you for your unconditional love that reigns over everyone, the grace you gave us through the sacrifice of your only begotten Son, Jesus Christ.
We praise you for all spiritual worship spaces, and our local worship space, Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC, where we gather to worship you and share our offerings and tithes, talents, skills, time, and treasures in serving the purpose of your spiritual realm. We are thankful for the ability to gather wealth through the many resources you provide to carry out the vision and mission during our spiritual journey on earth. We are grateful for your priceless gifts of love, peace, kindness, respect, faith, strength, courage, wisdom, order, and the breath of life itself that you equipped us with to live a life pleasing to you. Thank you for the peace within that only you provide that keeps us humble in pleasant situations, and helps us endure unpleasant circumstances. We pray to wholeheartedly exercise courageous faith, trust you in all things, and continue moving forward. Thank you in your many precious names, Amen.
“With you God, are the greatness, power , glory, victory, and majesty. Everything in the heavens and on the earth belongs to you… Riches and honor come from you; and you rule over all. You hold power and might in your hands, and it is in your hand to make great and give strength to all.” 1 Chronicles 29:11-12 (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 * Sherry Bradshaw prayers for healing.
“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
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Meeting ID: 707 872 2334
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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