MCCDC Pride Gear!

There still time to get your MCCDC Pride Gear!

Get Your Gear: Rock the official look! Check out our updated “2026” collection on our merch store website.

Click here to go to the our on line store.

Contact Knut Panknin at pride@mccdc.com with any questions.

Navigating Our Church Transition

Join Us for an Important Church Transition Meeting

Join Us for an Important Church Transition Meeting

MCCDC and Rev Elder Miller Hoffman invite you to a special gathering on Saturday, June 27, from 1-4 PM.

This facilitated conversation will focus on our needs and hopes as a church community.

All are welcome to participate with a curious and patient heart. If you can’t attend, feel free to share your thoughts via email at revmillerjen@gmail.com with the subject line “MCCDC Share.”

Can’t attend? Share your thoughts via email at revmillerjen@gmail.com with the subject line “MCCDC Share.”

Lessons In Joy, Self-Love & Silliness:? A Cabaret Concert

Enjoy an evening that transforms your relationship with opera and classical music, making it as accessible as a jazz or pop show.

Date & Time: Saturday, July 18, 2026, Pre-reception at 06:45 pm, Show starts at 07:30 pm

Location: Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum, 201 S Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Age: 18+ Only

Featuring: Opera singer Chichi Enu and pianist Jasmin Lee

Extras: Photo booth, pre- and post-concert receptions

Dress Code: Cocktail or date-night attire encouraged

Tickets: Visit chichienu.com to buy your tickets

MCCDC’s New On-Site Check-In System

Exciting News at MCCDC!

We’re thrilled to announce our transition to a new automated check-in system!

How It Works:

Simply enter your phone number on the iPad to check in seamlessly.

If you’re not found, just fill out the system form, and next time, your phone number will do the trick!

For questions, email Sheila Chittams at board@mccdc.com

“Empowering Growth “Rev. Dexter Brecht’s MCCDC Report

Hello MCCDC Family and Friends

Attached is the insightful MCCDC Onsite Report and Recommendations by Rev. Dexter Brecht, our MCC Church Support and Development Coordinator.

After a recent visit, Rev. Brecht has provided valuable recommendations that promise to enrich our community and spiritual journey.

Discover how these insights can benefit our congregation and strengthen our mission.

Stay informed and be part of our growth!

CLICK HERE TO READ THE REPORT from Rev Dexter

Report from Music Minister Search Team

The Music Minister Search Team would like to Thank you MCCDC family for providing feedback to the Music Minister Search Team.

By sharing your thoughts, hopes, and dreams you have reaffirmed known and provided new knowledge to the Search Team. This information was used to inform the structuring of the position description.

Please stay tuned for more information on the position announcement and how you can help to advertise by word of mouth.

Please click here to read the Congregational Feedback Report 2026 – MCCDC Music Ministry

In solidarity,

Your MCCDC Music Minister Search Team

Celebrating Our History: 55th Anniversary Wedding Photos Needed

Dear MCCDC Members and Friends,

Our beloved Church Mother, Cecilia Hayden-Smith, is gathering wedding pictures from our community to help document and preserve our rich collective history. Whether you were married recently or decades ago, your story is a vital piece of the vibrant tapestry that makes up Metropolitan Community Church of Washington D.C.

How You Can Help:
• What to Share: A favorite photo (or two!) from your wedding day.

• Who: This invitation is open to all current members and long-time friends of the church.

• Details to Include: Please include your names and the year of your wedding so we can accurately document our timeline.
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How to Submit:

Please share your photos directly with Mother Cecilia Hayden-Smith by emailing oam@mccdc.com.

Thank you for helping us honor our past as we look forward to our future together!

MCCDC ORAL HISTORY PROJECT

MCCDC 55th Anniversary team would like you to share your MCCDC story through video

All are welcome this means friends and members regardless of how long you have attended MCCDC .

The Oral Project runs from May through September 2026.

Email Louis Hicks at oralhistory@mccdc.com if you like to make an video.

Prayer Corner

Please lift the following people up during your prayer time:

* Clara Carter’s sister, * Phyllis Carter Lewis * Joe Dawson * Betsy Kramer * Palestinian People in Gaza * Ukrainian People * Cecilia Hayden Smith and Esther Smith’s health * Bill Campbell * Jerry Giem * Tim Helm * Delores Fowler * Vernessa D. Wilson and Jackie Lois * Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline * Glenn Conway * Evelyn Jones * Earline Budd * Prayers for our country * Kappy Brooks-Gordon * Michael Cunningham * Dr. Rev Teresa Tygart and partner Sue for healing * Cathy Batson’s Niece Lisa * Denita & Dale’s Daughter-in-law Marci Brooks for health * Emily Berry for healing * Elaine Durden-Hunter for the loss of her pet Angel. * Prayer for Denita & Dale’s friend Kendall Fulton as she continues her journey with cancer * Prayer for healing for Retired Rev Elder Dwayne Johnson * Beverly Barnett family due her passing, * Tim Helm for healing from surgery. *Prayer for healing for Robin Anderson

40th Walk & 5K to End HIV

Join the MCCDC Church Team for the 40th Annual Walk & 5K to End HIV!

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026

Time: 8:00 AM

Location: Anacostia Park

(Roller Skating Pavillion)

1500 Anacostia Drive, SE

Washington, DC 20020

Free, on-site parking available

Be part of a meaningful cause and help us make a difference!

MCCDC Bible Study Summer Break

Dear MCCDC Community,

We hope this message finds you well. We want to inform you that our MCCDC Bible Study will be on summer break from July 01, 2026, through September 08, 2026. Bible study sessions will resume on September 15, 2026.

For any questions or further information, please contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville at mccdcbiblestudy@mccdc.com.

We look forward to seeing everyone in the fall and continuing our journey together.

Warm regards,
The MCCDC Team

Writers’ Ministry

“Join MCCDC’s Writers’ Ministry! Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting, come share and grow with us.

We meet every 3rd Saturday from 10 AM to 12 NOON via Zoom. For more info, contact gcsnyder01@aol.com. Let’s inspire each other

Click here to Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 865 7622 1632, Passcode: 146039

Grow Our Church

” Be a Part of MCCDC’s Growth! Join our Church Growth and Membership Team to connect with friends, family, and the community across the DMV and online.

Collaborate with fellow members to brainstorm new ways to reach and welcome people.

Contact Rev Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com for more info. Let’s grow together in faith!”

Volunteer Worship Folder Team Members

” Share Your Talents! Join our Worship Folder Team to help prepare our weekly worship folders.

This role involves gathering information, designing, and producing folders with service orders, hymns, readings, and announcements. Interested?

Contact revcathy@mccdc.com. Let’s create meaningful worship experiences together!

Mental Health Awareness

Break the Silence, Begin Healing

Stigma grows in silence. Healing begins in community. Join us at MCCDC in creating cultures of reflection, open conversation, and action for mental health and wellness all year long.

Need Support?

* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988
* Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
* Disaster Distress Helpline: Call or Text 1-800-985-5990
* Safe Place® TXT 4 HELP: Text 44357 (under 18 years old, in some communities 21 and under)
* Trans Lifeline: Call U.S. 877-565-8860 Canada 877-330-6366
* The Trevor Project: Text START to 678-678 or call 1-866-488-7386; for LGBTQ+ youth (under 25 years old)
* Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then press 1 or Text 838255

Together, we can make a difference. Reach out today.

Join the MCCDC Team!

“Join Our Team! MCCDC is seeking a part-time custodian to maintain our church facilities and assist with some grounds work. Enjoy flexible hours and fair pay. Interested?

Contact Melvin Moore at 202-638-7373 or email churchoffice@mccdc.com or revcathy@mccdc.com. Be part of our community!

“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 Friday

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

Join other MCCDC writers in our monthly Zoom Writing Ministry meeting.

For more information contact gcsnyder01@aol.com.

Join Us on YouTube and subscribe to the MCCDC YouTube Channel!