” This Week’s Reflection”
“Be determined and persevere, don’t give in to your fears.” ~Catherine Pulsifer
Tomorrow marks the beginning of the 32nd Olympic Games. The Paralympics start in August. These athletes represent their countries with honor and pride. They want to represent themselves and their countries to the best of their very impressive abilities. Throughout the history of the modern-day Olympics — whether in wartime or peacetime — much of the attention of the world was focused on the Games. At times, the Games were used to make global political statements.
Do you ever wonder what strongly-held belief statement you would make — or ideal you would espouse — if you were given a pulpit on the world stage? How can we make those statements from the pulpits and stages we do have in each of our lives?
Our theme for this season, “Champions of Faith,” serves as a guide for us to consider those in our lives who champion causes, particular ways of living, beliefs, and the very foundation of our faith. The possibilities are endless as we are encouraged to remember those faithful people that we can emulate, and imagine ourselves living in the power of God that is now at work in each of us (Ephesians 3:14-21).
Who looks to you for faith, stability and strength? What are the ways that you persist in your faith journey? On Sunday, feel free to share your thoughts with me in the livestream chat box or email me at revcathy@mccdc.com.
Join us for worship online at 9:00 or 11:00 a.m. this Sunday and remember to follow the attendance link to check in and let us know you’re in service.
Peace,
Rev. Cathy Alexander
MCCDC Associate Pastor
Prayer Corner
Please lift the following people up during your prayer time:
Francine Clark and the family of Rose Herring • The family of Louis Hicks, Sr. • Lilah Blackstone and the family of Terry Blackstone • Bob Jones &Bob Jones’ son Chuck & wife Karen • Jerry Giem & Jerry Giem’s son, Jason and nephew, Travis • Valeria Myers’ Daughter Chantelle & Son Donald• Michelle Lax • George Kerr, III • Dr. Veronica Franklin • Mama Cee’s sister and niece • Rose Williams • Randy Punley • Lynn Sulyma • Esther Smith • Marcus Garnett • Renee Valentine & Renee Valentine’s brother • • Arden Shutt • Buck Carlson • Delores Fowler • Elaine Durden-Hunter’s mother, Earline T. Green • Evelyn Jones • Steve Sloane • Glenn Conrad • Anthony Goode • Jeffrey Luckenbach • Cathy Batson’s niece Lisa • Cynthia Melman • Kim Battle • ABilly Jones-Hennin • Bill Campbell • Mark Kelly • Joshua Benkins’ Aunt Ellen and Isaac David Benkins • Amy Stark, on the loss of her cat Rusty.
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“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!
Your’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 REV. DWAYNE IN PRAYER FROM NOON TO 12:30 PM Monday thru Saturday
Phone Number: 646-558-8656, Code: 407 740 6668
Intercessory Prayer Team
Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month at 7 pm
Contact LaMar Jenkins at 202-750-08887
Bible Study (July 20 to 07 Sept 2021 Bible Study is on SUMMER BREAK)
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
Writer’s Ministry
The MCCDC Writers’ Ministry mission is to offer to our church and the world more reflections and devotionals throughout the year. If you’d like to join this project, now or in the future, please contact Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline, Writer-Theologian in Residence, at writer@robinhawleygorsline.com
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