“Much work is needed in the world. Much work is needed in our homes, neighborhoods, and cities. The list is truly endless. And that list is important; it does matter! Martha’s tasks must be done. And yet. . .those tasks are not to become our gods, the center of attention in our waking and in our sleeping.” ~Juan Carlos Huertas
Jesus loved Martha and Mary. Equally. In Luke 10:38-42 it is easy to see this story through the lens of comparison. It is easy to see this story through the lens of competition. It is easy to see this story through the lens of extremes: Martha the stressed out workaholic vs. Mary the chilled out contemplative. .
The spiritual artists at A Sanctified Art invite us to approach the story through a more nuanced lens. They note that in many translations Jesus says that “Mary has chosen the better part” (Luke 10:42). A misinterpretation of that verse has been used to create a divide between Mary and Martha. “However, in the Greek, Mary has chosen the ‘good portion,’ and Martha’s tasks are called ‘ministry.’ Therefore, perhaps Mary represents our faith, our desire to know God intimately, and Martha represents our good works, our desire to transform the world. Both are needed, and both are good.”
I agree that this story is not about Jesus favoring Mary over Martha. We need more of both in the world. We need more of Martha, actively working to offer hospitality, meeting the needs of people’s bodies. We need more of Mary, with her openness to deep values and spiritual strengthening to face difficulties with inner resolve.
A good life brings together being and doing. MCCDC is called to be a beloved community that brings together faith and works.
Join us this Sunday at 10:30 AM ET onsite, online and later on demand as we launch this new series.
By Faith,
Rev. Elder Dwayne Johnson
9 am Spiritual Engagement Hour
Finding Grace in Lent
Join us Onsite, Online and later On Demand for 9am ET Spiritual Engagement Hour
This Sunday’s Highlights:
We are called to offer support in the midst of these difficult and painful times.
Countless people are impacted by unjust executive orders and continual threats.
We seek to care for others, and also for ourselves.
This Sunday is the Second Sunday in Lent. We’ll check-in on our Lenten experiences and how it is going.
+What justice themes intersect with the Season of Lent?
+From Nan Merrill’s version of Psalm 52:
“Why do you boast, O proud peoples, of your decisions that hurt the poor? All day long, you plan exploitation. Lies are on your tongue as you turn from the truth.
You love riches more than justice, burying your heads in the sand like the ostrich. So you are numb to the cries of the oppressed, numb to their impoverishment.”
+You are invited to share your writings, scriptures or other resources/ideas with the group.
MCCDC Chapel Onsite, Online & On demand.
Here are three ways to participate :
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In Person 474 Ridge St., NW, Washington, D 20001
Descend on DC
Nationwide Protest to Support Democracy
WHEN: March 14, In DC people will be gathering between 4th and 6th Streets NW on the Mall
In Memoriam
ABilly Jones-Hennin
March 21, 1942 – January 19, 2024
The MCCDC Family invites you to join us in a Celebration of Life for Abilly Jones-Hennin
Saturday, March 22,2025 at 2:00 pm
On Site Service at:
Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC
474 Ridge Street, NW, Washington, DC
Join the service Live Stream at :
live.mccdc.com and click on the
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In Memoriam
Rose Williams
Sunrise: August 24, 1941
Sunset: February 02, 2025
Saturday, March 29,2025 at 1:00 pm
The MCCDC Family invites you to join us in a Celebration of Life for Rose William’s
Saturday, March 29,2025 at 2:00 pm
On Site Service at:
Metropolitan Community Church of Washington DC
474 Ridge Street, NW, Washington, DC
Join the service Live Stream at :
live.mccdc.com and click on the
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Community Boycott
People’s Union USA
Is supporting a boycott of Nestle from March 21 to March 28.
In support of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace
MCCDC 54 & 55th Anniversary
MCCDC will be celebrating the 54 and 55 Anniversary and needs volunteer’s to help plan and organize this event.?
If you are interested in helping and like to join the Anniversary team please email Rev Dwayne at: revdwayne@mccdc.com.?
Noah Play at Sight and Sound Theater Trip
MCCDC’s Older Adults Ministry is sponsoring a bus trip to see the play:
Noah at Sight and Sound Theater, located at 300 Hartman Bridge Road, Ronks, Pa.
We’ll depart from 474 Ridge St NW, Washington DC at 1:00 p.m. and return at 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, 13 September 2025.
Tickets cost $160 and include round trip coach bus ride, ticket for premium theater seats, and a stop at Amish Miller Smorgasbord Restaurant (MEAL COST NOT INCLUDED).
Payments can be made in three installments of $54 each, or one payment of $160. Anyone using the payment plan must pay in full no later than 10 August 2025.
ALL PAYMENTS ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE.
Go to oam.mccdc.com to pay
Questions? Contact Dale L. Madyun-Baskerville via email, oam@mccdc.com
2025 Forums & Congregational Meeting
We will be holding our annual Forums and meeting on dates listed below:
Congregational Forum: March 16, 2025, 12:00 pm On Site and & Zoom
Congregational Meeting: March 30, 2025, 12:00 pm
On Site and & Zoom
We invite you to join other MCCDC members in the planning on how we’ll grow our generous home in 2025.
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Call In 1301715859, Meeting ID: 849 4265 4825
In Person 474 Ridge St., NW, Washington, D 20001
Writing Ministry
MCCDC’ s Writing Ministry gather on the 3rd Saturday , of each month at 10:00 am EST via zoom link posted on MCCDC Calendar.
Whether you are an experienced writer or want to begin writing please consider joining us. Contact Greg Snyder at gcsnyder01@aol.com for more information.
Click Here to go to calendar.mccdc.com and
click on the 3rd Saturday for the Zoom Link
Pathways to Generosity, Prayer #133
by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter
“The more you struggle to live, the less you live. Give up the notion that you must be sure of what you are doing. Instead, surrender to what is real within you, for that alone is sure….you are above everything distressing.” Baruch Spinoza
Dear God, help us to live according to the purpose that you have planned for us as a beloved community, a diverse people throughout the earth. We surrender to you our doubts, fears, and obstacles that tend to block our faith and trust in your goodness and protection. We lean on your loving arms to hold us upright as we go through this passage of time to be courageous, stand and speak boldly of justice for all people according to each one’s ability to do so. Help us to be wise and deal justly with all people; and to pray for those who are against us. Through the power of prayer we place all of our cares upon you, Lord. Thank you for the strength and endurance to help us stand steadfast on your promise to never leave or forsake us.
We are thankful for spiritual worship spaces throughout the world where everyone is invited to fellowship in God’s glory, and pray and encourage and help each other. Thank you for the gift of generosity that encourages us to live a prosperous life from within. We are grateful to share of your abundance—our financial gifts, time, talent, skills, and treasures to help spread the gospel, gather more souls into your spiritual realm, and continue helping others in need. Thank you for your unconditional love. In your many precious names, we praise you. Amen.
“The fruit of justice is a tree of life, and those who teach others to act justly are wise.”
Proverbs 11:30 (The First Egalitarian Translation)
About
Baruch Spinoza, also known under his Latinized pen name Benedictus de Spinoza, was a philosopher of Portuguese-Jewish origin, who was born in the Dutch Republic. Wikipedia
Born: November 24, 1632, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Died: February 21, 1677 (age 44 years), The Hague, Netherlands
Influenced by: René Descartes, Plato, Aristotle, Thomas Hobbes · See more
Influenced: Immanuel Kant, Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz · See more
Parents: Miguel Spinoza, Hanna Debora d’Espinoza
Education: Talmud Torah; University of Leiden (no degree);
Hospitality Ministry
MCCDC Hospitality Ministry needs your help!
Please donate:
· Donate/Volunteer your time once a month on Sunday to coordinate, setup or clean up during Hospitality time.
· Donate supplies:
· Food Items: Individually package cookies, Granola bars, Fresh fruit, Yogurt, Coffee, Sugar, Water, tea bags, and juices (Individually cartons)
· Dry Goods: Coffee cups, 8 inch plates, 6 inch plates, paper towels, Clorox Cleaning Spray, dish clothes and dish towels.
Drop off all supplies Sunday morning at the kitchen window. To Volunteer see Dale Madyun-Baskerville on Sunday morning or email oam@mccdc.com
Prayer Corner
Please lift the following people up during your prayer time:
* Daniel Scearce’s sister Ronda McBride * 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 * Michael Washington *Bill Campbell * Jerry Giem * Tim Helm * Rose Williams * Delores Fowler * Vernessa D. Wilson * Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline * Glenn Conway * Evelyn Jones * Earline Budd *Prayers for our country. * Prayer for the Hunter family * Kappy Majekodunmi, * Michael Cunningham * Dr. Rev Teresa Tygart and partner Sue for healing
“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 Saturday
Join Zoom Meeting
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The dial in is 301-715-8592
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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.
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