“Hope is central to the faith journey. It is the bedrock of Christian life. It is how we all, in some way or another, discover God. It is how we all, in some way or another, continue to move forward in time when we feel we simply cannot.” ~Grace Ji-Sun Kim
In the United States, November 5 is moments away and full on our hearts and minds. Many are approaching the day with anxiety, fearful that whatever the outcomes there will be dangerous repercussions that cause harm to individuals and communities. Is there a way we can courageously approach November 5? Is there a way we can approach it with hope?
As Grace Ji-Sun Kim says, “Hope is central to the faith journey.” This is a good reminder: our faith journey is central, not the elections. The elections are important. Our faith calls us to vote as part of our civic participation. Yet voting is one action of many actions. Our greater action is working daily to serve our neighbors with kindness, to listen to the hurting with grace, to show up on-site or on-line at justice events, to ensure safe places for children to learn and to advocate for respectful resources for those needing care in their later years. On November 4 we are called to love God with all our heart, soul, mind and strength; the same on November 5; and every day following (see Mark 12: 29-31). The election does not change our deepest callings.
It is a scary world. And at MCCDC we’re working to create a better world. Working with hope and for hope goes beyond partisanship. Hope goes the extra miles for the good of others. Hope keeps leaning towards the vision of God described in Revelation 21: 1-6a: “Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth. . .I heard a loud shout from the throne , saying, ‘Look, God’s home is now among God’s people! God will live with them, and they will be God’s people . . . God will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.’”
God of hope, remind us of who you are. You are the Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End, the God of all seasons and all times and beyond time. You are our On Time God. When election fears pull us off center, free us from anxiety as we remember the abiding hope of your presence, now and forever. Amen.
Grace and Peace,
Rev. Elder Dwayne Johnson
Care and Support for the Election
Join us Onsite, Online and later On Demand for 9am ET Spiritual Engagement Hour.
This Sunday’s Highlights:
+ Our conversation starter for this time of spiritual dialogue is the question, “Where are you finding care and support as we near election day?”
+You are invited to share your writings, scriptures or other resources/ideas with the group. Here are a few to reflect upon in preparation
“Hope is central to the faith journey.
It is the bedrock of Christian life.
It is how we all, in some way or another, discover God.
It is how we all, in some way or another, continue to move forward in time
when we feel we simply cannot.”
~Grace JI-Sun Kim
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, God’s mercies never come to an end;
they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
‘The Lord is my portion,’ says my soul, ‘therefore I will hope in the Lord.’”
~Lamentations 3: 23-24
“Hear my prayer, O Lord;
let my cry come to you.
Do not hide your face from me In the day of my distress.
Incline your ear to me;
Answer me speedily in the day when I call.”
~Psalm 102: 1-2
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
Daylight Saving Time !!!
Don’t forget to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to sleep this Saturday night November 02, 2024.
Save this Date!!!
Come Join your MCCDC family for our Holiday Concert, 07 December at 6:00 p.m., Saturday!
Join us Onsite, at 474 Ridge street NW, Washington DC , Online and later On Demand at:live.mccdc.com
2024 Forum & Congregational
Mark your calendars! We will be holding our annual Form and Congregational Meeting at 12:00 EST on the below dates:
• 10 November: Forum In-Person & Zoom
• 24 November: Congregational Meeting In-Person & Zoom
We invite you to join other MCCDC members in reviewing 2024 MCCDC recapping and planning how we’ll grow our generous home in 2025.
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38th Walk & 5K to End HIV
Please plan to join MCCDC in the 38th annual Walk & 5K to End HIV on Saturday, December 7th, at 9:00 a.m.
Where: Anacostia Park
(Adjacent to the roller skating Pavillion)1500 Anacostia Drive, SE
Washington, DC 20020
Free, on-site parking available
Important Note: Roads into the park will close to traffic at 8:30am so plan your arrival accordingly.
You can still participate virtually as well.
Go to the below link to donate or join team MCCDC
http://www.walktoendhiv.org/goto/MCCDC2024
Contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville at oam@mccdc.com for more information.
Email Scam Alert !
Someone has been sending email claiming to be Rev. Dwayne and requesting people buy gift cards. This is a scam! (Rev. Dwayne has only one email address, revdwayne@mccdc.com).
If you received one of these DELETE the email or report it as spam to reportphishing@apwg.org. or to CLICK HERE TO Report abuse from a Gmail account
Clothing Drive !!
On November 03 , 2024 MCCDC will help Unity Fellowship with the collection of clean clothing for men, women and teens to donate to DC LBGTQ Community Center. (no underwear donation please)
Other donation items needed are belts, backpacks, shoes and luggage.
Donation will be collected by Donald Burch in fellowship hall.
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Join us for this year’s Transgender Day of Remembrance, and help us spread the word that we are returning to an in-person service with a virtual option.
Transgender Day of Remembrance Commemoration
Wednesday 20 November 2024
Metropolitan Community Church DC
474 Ridge Street NW
Doors Open: 5pm Program: 6-7:30pm
Join Live stream at: live.mccdc.com
Stronger Together: Being MCC in Politically Perilous Times in the U.S.
For U.S. Pastors, Pastoral Leaders, Network Leaders, and Lay Delegates:
While on our journey of faith, those who live in the U.S. now find ourselves in politically perilous times. And, we know that MCCers are always STRONGER TOGETHER when we share our journey in faith, prayer, and love.
So the Council of Elders invite you to join us as we explore what we carry in our ‘spiritual backpack’ on this journey and choose to move from independence to interdependence through listening, prayer, action, and hope. We are indeed stronger together and even stronger with love.
Upcoming Schedule: November 16 // 11AM ET / 10AM CT / 9AM MT / 8AM PT / 4PM BT
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Pathways to Generosity, Prayer #121
by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
“We have come to a place now where our search for Truth must no longer be for the rewards; it must no longer be our seeking a creed to follow, but it must be our living a life.” ~ Dr. H. Emilie Cady
Dear God, thank you for the abundant life that flows within and throughout our physical and spiritual lives to help spread the gospel of your unconditional love and mercy to everyone. Thank you for prosperity that surrounds us. Your abundance and generosity permeates through all that you have created. Thank you God, for the enlightenment that let us know that “prosperity” is not something we pursue as an ends unto itself, but that we realize Your prosperity encompasses all of life. We rely on your guidance to help us to be wise stewards of all that you give us according to our ability to share generously of our financial gifts, talents, time, and treasures with thanksgiving.
We are grateful for all spiritual places of worship throughout the world; and thank you for our spiritual home and the enduring gifts shared generously with Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC, through our spiritual leaders, members, friends, and supporters. Lead us to trust you always in decision-making for expanding your church without walls, taking care of our households, handling our business affairs, and to continue doing great works to magnify your glory. We are grateful for opportunities to be wise stewards of your prosperity. Thank you, God, in your precious names! Amen.
“All this is for your sakes, so that as grace flows out to more and more people, it may cause thanksgiving to overflow and bring glory to God. “2 Corinthians 4:15 (The Complete Jewish Bible)
About
Harriet Emilie Cady was an American homeopathic physician and author of New Thought spiritual writings. Her 1896 book Lessons in Truth, A Course of Twelve Lessons in Practical Christianity is now considered one of the core texts on Unity Church teachings. It is the most widely read book in that movement. Wikipedia
Born: July 12, 1848, Dryden, NY
Died: January 3, 1941, Manhattan, New York, NY
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
God of My Understanding: Becoming a Spiritual Force
Join MCCDC Bible Study of Jackie Lois book God of My Understanding Tuesday night’s at 7 PM.
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.
Click Here to Order Your Book!
Prayer Corner
Please lift the following people up during your prayer time:
Joe Dawson * Betsy Kramer * Palestinian People in Gaza * Ukrainian People * Cecilia Hayden Smith and Esther Smith’s health * Michael Washington * Bill Campbell * Jerry Giem * Tim Helm * Rose Williams * Delores Fowler * Vernessa D. Wilson * Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline * Glenn Conway * Evelyn Jones * Earline Budd *Prayers for Clara Carter sister: Phyllis Carter Lewism *Steve Sloane *Doris Washington * Viola-Cleo Bradshaw * Cordelia Vogel * Ruth Kappy Makekodunmi *Prayers for Clara Carter sister: Phyllis Carter Lewis
“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
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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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