This Week’s Reflection
Sing to the Beloved a new song.
Sing praises to the Blessed One among the people! Be glad in the Creator, rejoice in Love Divine! Praise the Divine Lover with dancing, with drum and harp. For the Beloved dwells within, journeying with us through all our lives, Leading us in truth and love. Psalm 149 ~ Nan C. Merrill, Psalms for Praying: An Invitation to Wholeness, alt.
What a blessing it has been to explore our worship series of Living Grace for the last five weeks. And, as we come to the conclusion of this series, certainly not to the end of Grace, we have the opportunity to notice what came up for each of us as we took this journey of contemplating Grace… What it means for each of us individually and in relationship in our many configurations, including for us as a spiritual community. What Grace tells us about our relationship with God, as we each understand the Creator, Beloved, Blessed One, Divine Lover in our lives, and how we are to be with, care for, and love one another.
In our series we have had messages on Saving Grace, Companioning Grace, Fierce Grace, Beholding Grace, and Sustaining Grace. If you have not had the opportunity to catch these sermons, I encourage you to find them on demand, because they are such an invitation to let arise your personal wonderings, excitement, uplift, grumbling, breath, sadness, ah-ha’s, and gratitude about Grace. You might, then, have conversation with your MCCDC siblings or others who can engage in conversation about Grace with those from LGBTQIA+ communities and through other contexts of justice without reenacting violence that can be so present.
Through contemplating this series, I have moved closer, and become more open, to Grace as mystical and also as the very presence of the Creator in the day-in and day-out interactions we engage with ourselves and others. There is peace and amazement in that.
Our questions and musings, increased clarity, our confusion that go to God are new songs sung, new movements, new instruments played to the Beloved Creator. New songs and movements of relationship uniquely arising from each of us, because the Creator made us with the capacity to question and to be excited, to grumble and struggle, to find joy and solace and community in Grace. Grace that may drop into the background, but that can be present, even when we don’t recognize it.
Please join us Sunday, in-person or by live stream at 9a.m. and 11a.m. and later on demand, as we continue to explore Songs of Grace.
Blessings,
Dr. Carla Sherrell
Eclectic Praise Concert
Join us for an Eclectic Praise Experience filled with music to take you on a spiritual journey!
Saturday, October 7, 2023, 5pm EST
Metropolitan Community Church of Washington, DC 474 Ridge St NW, Washington DC or join us Live Stream at: live.mcccdc.com
Breast Cancer Walk
Please plan to join MCCDC in the Susan G. Komen Foundation’s annual More than Pink Walk to End Breast Cancer on Sunday, September 10th at 7:00 a.m.
You can join in person at Freedom Plaza, 14th & Pennsylvania Avenues NW.
Click here to join or donate to Team MCCDC.
Contact Dr.Rev. Teresa Tygart, at preachertygart@gmail.com for more information.
Join the MCCDC Team!
MCCDC currently has an immediate opening for a part-time custodial position.
Responsible for cleaning and maintain 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 Dwayne Johnson at 202-638-7373 or email revdwayne@mccdc.com.
Atlantic City Trip
MCCDC’s Older Adults Ministry will resume its annual day trip to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey. We’ll depart from the church at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 16th. Tickets cost $65 and include $15 for food and $20 for slots. To reserve your seat, click on link below:
oam.mccdc.com.
Please pay no later than September 15st. Contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville, baskerd6109@gmail.com, with any questions.
Worship Folder Developer
Do you like using your creative arts skills? Are you familiar with using Microsoft Word? We invite you to share your gifts developing and producing the weekly MCCDC Worship Folder that is published on the web.
Contact Darryl Walker at darryl_1945@yahoo.com for more information
Bible Study Summer Break!
MCCDC Bible Study will be on summer break from 04 July to 05 Sept 2023. Bible Study will resume on 12 Sept 2023. Contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville, baskerd6109@gmail.com, with any questions.
Mary House Lunch and Learning Workshop
Join Mary House for one of their FREE workshops listed below on key topics:
October 11 – Public Benefits (Social Security, SNAP, etc.)
FREE Lunch will be provided. Please email Darryl Walker at dwalker@maryshousedc.org. Your email to Darryl is REQUIRED to CONFIRM your registration and your lunch.
Columbarium Expansion Committee
Volunteers are needed to write a proposal and oversee the contract to expand our current Columbarium located 2nd floor Memorial Chaplain.
To volunteer, call Darryl Walker at 202-297-6884 or email him at Darryl_1945@yahoo.com
Pathways 2 Generosity, Prayer #76 by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
“. . . There is nothing free except the Grace of God, you cannot earn that or deserve it.” Charles Portis.
Dear God, thank you for your unending grace and mercies each day. There is no way we can earn your grace for you granted us this gift through the death of your Son, Jesus, for the forgiveness of our sins. Thank you for the wisdom to know that when we fail we can always approach the throne of Grace and find mercy. Help us to discern the truth of your grace and not be tempted to follow false doctrines that are prevalent today.
We are grateful for Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC, and all places of spiritual worship, and for the spiritual leaders that seek your will and guidance to share the gospel with everyone. All are invited to come and partake of your grace. Thank you for the opportunities to rejoice in faith regardless of the circumstances that confront us from time to time. Through your grace we are encouraged to share generously of our gifts and talents to perform great works in your name.
We praise you for grace and prosperity that abound, immersing us in Your goodness. Thank you for growing us stronger in grace so that we can reflect to others the Christ who lives within us for the honor of Your Name. We worship, praise, and glorify You. Thank you, in your many precious names. Amen.
“Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord.” Peter 1:2 (KJV)
Worship Volunteer
We still need volunteers to sustain in-person worship. Please visit volunteer.mccdc.com and fill out the form for the dates and positions in which you can serve your church. Have questions about roles and responsibilities? Contact Chocolatté Miller, chocolatte.miller@outlook.com
Tim Helm Has Moved!
MCCDC member Tim Helm has moved. Below is his new address.
Common at National Landing 2221 S Clark Street, Arlington, VA 22202. Tim welcomes your calls in the afternoon and evening at (202) 368-9877.
Tim, our love and prayers are with you!
~Your MCCDC Family
Prayer Corner
Please lift the following people up during your prayer time:
The Jackson Family in the passing of their beloved Denee Jackson * Bill Campbell * Jerry Giem * Tim Helm * Denise Wright, loss of her sister Felicia * Rose Williams * Cecilia Hayden-Smith and Esther Smith’s health * Delores Fowler * Vernessa D. Wilson * Family of Ms. Brittany Harrell * Kia Murphy * Veronica Franklin her brother Andrews as he transition to the Lord* Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline * Glenn Conway * Anthony Goode * Randy Punley * Marcus Garnett * Renee Valentine’s brother * Arden Shutt * Evelyn Jones * Steve Sloane * Jeffrey Luckenbach * Cathy Batson’s niece Lisa * Cynthia Melman * Kim Battle * Joshua Benkins’ father Isaac * Angela Terrell * Mike Washington * Buck Carlson * Lolita Gleaton for healing from her cancer * Mezyi Choir * Johanna Hardy * Doris Carter Washington of Alexandria * Loss of Melvin Moore Adams’ sister Krissandra Moore * John Hylton * Summer Allen
“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 PRAYER FROM NOON TO 12:30 PM Monday thru Saturday
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7078722334
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
Meets Monthy
For more information, contact Jacqueline Laughlin at yemayah@icloud.com.
Join Us on YouTube and subscribe to the MCCDC YouTube Channel!
Watch on YouTube
Cathy Alexander
Associate Pastor
Backpack for Kids
MCCDC Back Pack for kids annual drive have resume. Because of space constrains Finacial donations are only being accepted.
Use drop down menu to select backpack for kids.
Join the MCCDC Team!
MCCDC currently has an immediate opening for a part-time custodial position.
Responsible for cleaning and maintain 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 Dwayne Johnson at 202-638-7373 or email revdwayne@mccdc.com.
Breast Cancer Walk
Please plan to join MCCDC in the Susan G. Komen Foundation’s annual More than Pink Walk to End Breast Cancer on Sunday, September 10th at 7:00 a.m.
You can join in person at Freedom Plaza, 14th & Pennsylvania Avenues NW.
Click here to join or donate to Team MCCDC.
Contact Dr. Rev. Rev Dr Teresa Tygart, at preachertygart@gmail.com for more information.
SAVE THE DATE – October 7th , 5 PM
Join us for an Eclectic Praise Experience filled with music to take you on a spiritual journey!
Saturday, October 7, 2023, 5pm EST
Metropolitan Community Church of Wash DC
474 Ridge St NW, Washington DC
Atlantic City Trip
MCCDC’s Older Adults Ministry will resume its annual day trip to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey. We’ll depart from the church at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 16th. Tickets cost $65 and include $15 for food and $20 for slots. To reserve your seat, click on link below:
oam.mccdc.com.
Please pay no later than September 1st. Contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville, baskerd6109@gmail.com, with any questions.
Bible Study Summer Break!
MCCDC Bible Study will be on summer break from 04 July to 05 Sept 2023. Bible Study will resume on 12 Sept 2023. Contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville, baskerd6109@gmail.com, with any questions.
Mary House Lunch and Learning Workshop
Join Mary House for one of their FREE workshops listed below on key topics:
*16 Aug: VA Benefits for Veterans and Surviving Spouses
*23 Aug: Tenants’ Rights and Protections
*06 Sept: The Rights of Residents in Long-Term Care Facilities
FREE Lunch will be provided. Please email Darryl Walker at dwalker@maryshousedc.org. Your email to Darryl is REQUIRED to CONFIRM your registration and your lunch.
Columbarium Expansion Committee
Volunteers are needed to write a proposal and oversee the contract to expand our current Columbarium located 2nd floor Memorial Chaplain.
To volunteer, call Darryl Walker at 202-297-6884 or email him at Darryl_1945@yahoo.com
Pathways 2 Generosity, Prayer #74 by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
“O momentary grace of mortal men, which we more hunt for than the grace of God!” William Shakespeare
Dear God, we reverence your Infinite grace, the most precious gift you gave us through the death of your precious Son, Jesus Christ, who died for the forgiveness of our sins. Every breath we breathe is by your grace and each moment of our life exists because of You. No human, however great or famous can match this gift. God, we are grateful that your grace helps us deal with grief when we are overwhelmed, and during seasons of happiness too. Help us to remember that we are saved by grace when we fail, and to remember it much more when we succeed in our endeavors. You provide for our every need.
Thank you for Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC, and all spiritual worship spaces. Because of your grace, we are able to perform great works in your name, spreading the gospel all over the world through the use of modern technology. We are grateful for the opportunities to magnify your love and grace within us and to help people in need. We pray to continue growing in faith, and prosperity; and to share generously of all treasured gifts you grant us. In your many precious names, we are made rich in every way! Amen.
“There are no limits to the grace of God, who will make sure you will always have enough of everything and even a surplus for good works, as scripture says: God scattered abroad, and gave to poor people; God’s justice endures forever “ . . . “You will be made rich in every way for your generosity, for which we give thanks to God.” 2 Corinthians 9:8-9, 11
(The 1st Egalitarian Translation)
Worship Volunteer
We still need volunteers to sustain in-person worship. Please visit volunteer.mccdc.com and fill out the form for the dates and positions in which you can serve your church. Have questions about roles and responsibilities? Contact Chocolatté Miller, chocolatte.miller@outlook.com
Support for Tim Helm
Beloved longtime MCCDC member Tim Helm is recovering from spinal and back wound complications at BridgePoint Hospital on Capitol Hill. Tim welcomes your calls in the afternoon and evening at (202) 368-9877.
Tim, our love and prayers are with you!
~Your MCCDC Family
Prayer Corner
Please lift the following people up during your prayer time:
The Jackson Family in the passing of their beloved Denee Jackson * Bill Campbell * Jerry Giem * Tim Helm * Denise Wright, loss of her sister Felicia * Rose Williams * Cecilia Hayden-Smith and Esther Smith’s health * Delores Fowler * Vernessa D. Wilson * Family of Ms. Brittany Harrell * Kia Murphy * Veronica Franklin her brother Andrews as he transition to the Lord* Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline * Glenn Conway * Anthony Goode * Randy Punley * Marcus Garnett * Renee Valentine’s brother * Arden Shutt * Evelyn Jones * Steve Sloane * Jeffrey Luckenbach * Cathy Batson’s niece Lisa * Cynthia Melman * Kim Battle * Joshua Benkins’ father Isaac * Angela Terrell * Mike Washington * Buck Carlson * Lolita Gleaton for healing from her cancer * Mezyi Choir * Johanna Hardy * Doris Carter Washington of Alexandria * Loss of Melvin Moore Adams’ sister Krissandra Moore * John Hylton * Summer Allen
“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 PRAYER FROM NOON TO 12:30 PM Monday thru Saturday
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7078722334
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
Meets Monthy
For more information, contact Jacqueline Laughlin at yemayah@icloud.com.
Join Us on YouTube and subscribe to the MCCDC YouTube Channel!
Watch on YouTube
