“Hope isn’t wishful thing, but absolute certainty about the future because it is grounded in God’s faithfulness to keep promises. That is, what God will do for God’s beloveds is grounded on what God has already done.”
~Elizabeth Shively, alt.
In our scripture for Sunday from Romans 5:1-5, Paul notes that hope is not wishful thinking. And hope is often found in unexpected places: like suffering. No one wants to suffer, yet this uninvited intruder into our well laid plans can move us into a deeper hope.
Hope that is tested by real life is sustainable, and “does not disappoint us, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us” (Romans 5:5).
When life happens and you find your hope sinking, what do you do? Perhaps you sit down and make a plan. Or try something different. Or draw on the support of others. All those are great options. And the promises of God take such options to a new level, with opportunities grounded in faith. In the message Sunday, we’ll reflect on moving from sinking hope to hope that is synched with resources beyond ourselves. See you Sunday at 9 AM and 11 AM
By Faith, Rev. Elder Dwayne Johnson
UPCOMING EVENTS
34th Annual Interfaith Pride Service
This year’s 34th Annual Interfaith Pride Service was held on June 6th at Calvary Baptist. The theme was Reveal! Respect! Resist! The event was covered by WAMU. Read about it here.
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Congratulation Timothy Duncan!
MCCDC’s Facilities person Timothy Duncan participated in his HS graduation ceremony yesterday. Several of his MCCDC family were in attendance to witness this milestone event. Congratulations Timothy and as the choir sang, the best is yet to come.
MCC Conference for People of African Descent(PAD)
MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS!
Today I registered for the MCC Conference for People of African Descent, Friends and Advocates (PAD). This is the 9th PAD Conference. Through the years, I have been challenged and inspired at these conferences. I have received tools to help me be a better though imperfect advocate. I have also made friendships that provide mutual nourishment to keep doing the difficult yet joyful work of justice. I would like for at least twenty people from MCCDC to join me from August 3-5 in St. Louis.
See You in St Louis! Rev. Elder Dwayne
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Click Here To See PAD Conference Schedule
MCCDC supports the PAD Friends & Advocates conference and we plan on sending a delegation. Please plan on attending. Should you have questions please contact your MCCDC lay delegates or staff at churchoffice@mcccdc.com or 202-638-7373.
MCCDC Ignite Service June 25, 2017, 5 PM
June worship will be Hiking Church at Rock Creek! Meet us at Open City in Adams Morgan at 5 pm June 25 for a late afternoon hike (paved, not strenuous). We will meet up back at Open City for Theology on Tap at Open City to discuss creation and our role within it. RSVP on Facebook for automatic reminders.
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CHURCH NEWS
MCCDC Health Fair and Flea Market Sponsor by the Older Adult Ministry
When: June 24, 2017
Time 1-4 PM
Place: MCCDC, 474 Ridge St. NW, Washington, DC 20001
The Health fair will provided FREE screening , testing and exercise tips.
At the flea market you can sell items you no longer want or used. Tables are free and all profits from the sales go to MCCDC church.
For more information contact Rev Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com or 202-638-7373.
Men’s Circle on Sunday, July 16, at 12:30 pm
OLDER Adult Ministry POOL Party
Saturday, July 8th at 4:00 pm • 8312 20th Avenue, Adelphi, MD 20783
You and your friends are cordially invited to the MCCDC Older Adults Pool Party. It is a social affair with home cooked food, great oldies music, dancing, swimming, and just lounging around poolside. The cost is $10 to cover a complete meal. Meats are provid-ed; we ask that you bring side dishes such as vegetables, salads, desserts, breads, so-das, wine, ice, etc. Contact Darryl Walker after the 11:00 service to RSVP and to coordi-nate food donations. Also, email darryl_1945@yahoo.com or call (202) 297-6884.
Sexuality and Spirituality
You are invited to join Rev. Dr. Robin Gorsline, Writer-Theologian in Residence at MCCDC, on Saturday, July 15, for the third in a series of interactive workshops focused on Sexuality and Spirituality. This workshop will focus on “Difference Sex for Different Folks.”
In our time together, we will begin exploring different sexual styles, activities, and spiritualties. Our focus will not be on sexual orientation (which gender or genders/bodies and body types attract you) but on what we, and others, do when engaging sexual feel-ings. These include monogamy and various forms of consensual non-monogamy, kink and BDSM, and masturbation. Rev. Robin is planning the July 15 session as Part 1, with Part 2 to follow on Saturday, September 30.
The prior workshops offered by Rev. Robin involved an introduction to sexuality and spirituality in July, 2016 and creating new conversations around sex and spirit in No-vember, 2016.
The workshop begins at 10 a.m. and concludes at 4 p.m. Some basic lunch ele-ments will be provided and participants are asked to consider bringing supplemental items to share.
To register (or to pose questions), please contact Rev. Robin at RevRobin@ MCCDC.com. A signup sheet also will be at the Information Station at church or you may register with the office at ChurchOffice@MCCDC.com or 202-638-7373.
MCCDC Drama Ministry
Are you creative? Do you like to tell stories? Have you imagined yourself playing different roles or acting on the Big Stage? Well, now’s your chance! Come one, come all and check out the Drama Ministry at MCCDC. There will be an informational session on Sunday, July 16th, after both the 9:00 and the 11:00 services.No experience is required, but if you’ve got skills please come and join us! Attending the informational meeting in no way obligates you to this ministry. For more information, or to sign up today, please contact Rev. Jules Christian at enjoyingtoday@hotmail.com or 336-419-7579.
Financial Peace University,July 29th
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RECYCLING is COMING!!
TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY
Please join the Tuesday Night Bible Study from 7-8 PM in the Welcome Hall. A time of community, fun learning and sharing. For more information please contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville at churchoffice@mccdc.com or 202-638-7373.
MCCDC LIVE STREAMING
MCCDC is going live! We have an opportunity to use of our AV system to reach outside our walls to many people who may not be able to join us in person. To make this happen we must have a subscription service that will provide us the ability to stream our services, concerts and special events, and expand opportunities for participation in our bible studies and other activities remotely. The testing done so far with streaming has generated a lot of excitement, particularly by those who have been unable to visit our church.
You can be a part of making this happen in a number of ways: (1) pray for our reach beyond the walls of our church (2) join others in donating to cover the one-time annual cost of the service and associated AV training for our volunteers; and (3) consider joining the AV ministry.
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You can contact the church office with questions at 202-638-7373 or churchoffice@mccdc.com.
ELECTRONIC GIVING
With EasyTithe, supporting the church is as simple as clicking a mouse or whipping out your smart phone.
Our new online system allows you to make a financial donation to the church with your credit card or direct debit from your banking account.
You’ll be asked to set up your MCCDC EasyTithe Account. You can set it up to make a one-time/anytime donation or make a recurring donation.
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You also can give by text 202-999-3841. Please contact the church office with questions at 202-638-7373 or churchoffice@mccdc.com.
YOGA CLASSES
Yoga will be on break for the summer. Please watch this spot in the fall for the return of the class. If you have questions, please contact Rev Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com or 202-638-7373.
~Namaste~
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL SCHEDULE
Adult Sunday School is held from 10:15 to 10:50. Please bring your coffee or tea to the upstairs conference room for the brief yet powerful time together. For more information contact Rose Herring at churchoffice@mccdc.com or 202-638-7373.
Jonah at Sight and Sound Theater
The Tuesday night Bible Study Ministry is sponsoring a trip to see the stage production of Jonah at Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA. The trip will be on Saturday Aug 19 leaving MCCDC by caravan at 8 AM and returning to MCCDC around 8 PM. This production will also complement the Tuesday Night Bible Study focus on the prophet Jonah in August. For more information please contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville at baskerd6109@gmail.com or 202-638-7373.
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