This Week’s Reflection

“O Lord, you have searched me and known me. You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from far away.”

~Psalm 139: 1-2, New Revised Standard Version

Psalm 139 affirms that God knows us better than we know ourselves. I find hope in that. Others may find it intimidating. What I find intimidating is online links that sell my information. Who knows what they know about me? How will they use that information? Some platforms think they know me well enough to direct advertising in my direction. Others want to push topics I may be interested in. Knowing this, sometimes I don’t click on certain You Tube videos because I know the next time I log on I’ll be overwhelmed with videos on a topic I’m only mildly interested in.

In this day of scammers and spammers I’ve learned to be careful with my information. Who can be trusted? I’m grateful that I can trust God with my information. God searches me and knows me and never uses that information to manipulate me. Rather, the purpose of God’s search is to help me in my search. God leads me to awe and to proclaim with the psalmist in Psalm 139:6: “Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; it is so high that I cannot attain it.” Yes, I’ll never attain all that is there, not in in this lifetime, yet there is awesome joy in the search.

From awe, God leads us to guidance. God lovingly shows us the way. God helps us to know ourselves and to live our best lives. We can trust God to “lead us in the way everlasting” (Psalm 139:24). The spiritual invitation is beyond the rabbit trails of social media platforms to the pathways that truly lead to abundant living.

In preparation for our worship at 9a.m. and 11a.m. (Eastern) and on demand, I invite you to join me in this prayer:

“O God, you know us inside and out, through and through. Everything we do, every move we take, every plan we make, you know. You know our past; you know our future. Your guiding presence is with us every moment. Open us to your guiding presence. Amen.”

Grace and peace,
Rev. Elder Dwayne Johnson

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.

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.

Email Notice

Attention! If you recently sent an email to churchoffice@mccdc.com , RevCathy@mccdc.com , or RevDwayne@mccdc.com they may not have been received as intended. If you have not received a reply from an email you sent, please re-send. Thank You for your patience and understanding

Mary House Lunch and Learning Workshop

Join Mary House for one of their FREE workshops listed below on key topics:

• 26 July Public Benefits (Social Security,
• SNAP, etc.)
• 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.

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.

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 #69 by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter

by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter

“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

Dear God, thank you for being with us in whatever is taking place in our lives at any time, whether it is joyful moment or being overwhelmed with grief. You are our salvation, our rock who protects and guides us through the Holy Spirit to do your will. We pray to walk by faith and trust you regardless of circumstances and situations even when we become unsure and troubled. God, you know our wishes, dreams, and struggles that weave within the fabric of our lives. We must be willing to walk by faith, and work with patience for what is desired.

We are grateful for our spiritual leaders whose vision for a more prosperous church to further reach more souls and bring them into your realm helps us grow in faith as we share generously of our financial gifts, time, talents, skills, and treasures. Through the prompting of the Holy Spirit, we are encouraged to remain steadfast in our endeavors to accomplish the vision and mission that is before us. Thank you for Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC, and all spiritual places of worship, “a church without borders” where everyone is welcomed into your spiritual realm, your Beloved Community.

“. . .The truth is, if you have even as much faith as the tiny mustard seed, you can be able to say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” Matthew 17:20-21 (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, her mother Lucy Mae Coombs and her aunt Lottie Mae King * Rose Williams * Cecilia Hayden-Smith and Esther Smith’s health * Delores Fowler * Vernessa D. Wilson * Family of Ms. Brittany Harrell * Kia Murphy * Veronica Franklin * 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.

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