It undoubtedly comes as no surprise to say that we are living through trying times, so often expressed by sharp divisions between individuals and groups with radically different views. We are, it seems, suffering with serious social disease.

Lately I have been yearning for healing even though I do not hear the word used in public discourse. And I admit that I am inspired by the story in 2 Kings of Naaman, the warrior who is healed of leprosy by resort to nature.

But even that story is marked by troubles at the ancient time. And now the healer needs healing, too.

Join us This Sunday at 10:30AM on-site, on-line or later on-demand.

In Healing,
Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline

MCCDC Volunteer Clergy; Poet/Writer Eco-Theologian

9 am Spiritual Engagement Hour

This Sunday Spiritual Engagement Hour will be on break. You are encouraged to have your own devotional time. You are invited to join us next week at 9 am ET via zoom.

MCCDC NEW GIVING SYSTEM

MCCDC continues to transition to a new giving system called SubSplash.

This change is intended to be more user friendly than our current easy tithe system.

Some SubSplash Features are:

* Web Giving
* Recurring giving
* Text GIVE4UNITY to 1-888-364-GIVE (4483)
* And phone App giving (Android and iPhone Friendly)

Contact MCCDC Treasure Chocolatte Miller with any questions or concerns at treasurer@mccdc.com.

Older Adult Ministry Annual Pool Party

Join the Older Adults Ministry on Saturday, July 12th, 3:00 pm at 8312 20th Avenue, Adelphi, MD 20783 (All ages are welcome)

Meats are being provided by OAM.

Attendees asked to RSVP to Darryl by July 09, 2025 with the side dish, dessert or beverages you intend to bring. Email Darryl Walker Darryl_1945@yahoo.com or call him at 240-472-4434.

Those who want to swim, bring a swimsuit and towel.

Good Trouble Protest

 

Your invited to join the Good Trouble Protest on July 17, 2025 remembering the 5 year anniversary of the passing of Congressman John Lewis.

 

Click on the links below to join in person or virtually. You must RSVP to join all in-person events or virtual events

 

 

Click here to RSVP and more information about the Baltimore Protest
 
Click here to RSVP and more information about the Cambridge, MD Protest
 
Click here to RSVP and more information about the Virtual Protest.
 

(Note: Picture of John Lewis has been released to public domain. Click here to read the release)

Free America Weekend

Your invited to join the Free America Events, rallies, marches, and block parties hosted in the DMV area July 4th, 2025.

These events are being hosted to highlight this Fourth of July the dream of American freedom belongs to all of us, and we will not stop in our pursuit of its promise, now or ever.

Click here to find out more information about the events that are happening in the DMV area.

Invitation to Book Discussion Braiding Sweetgrass

Join Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline in a new book adventure, of Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants written by Robin Wall Kimmerer

(Note: Time Magazine has named her as one of the 100 Most Influential People of 2025 in the category of Pioneer.)

This 6 week journey will meet via Zoom starting July 15 , 2025 at 7:00 pm and end on August 19, 2025. Each session will last 90 minutes

Participant are limited to 15 people so register early via email to Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline at writer@robinhawleygorsline.com.

The Zoom link will be sent at the time of registration.

Click here for exciting details about this book study

I look forward to seeing you soon.

In faith, hope, and love,

Rev. Dr. Robin Hawley Gorsline

writer@robinhawleygorsline.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

A ticket only option is available for $94.00 HOWEVER you will be responsible for your own transportation to and from Sight and Sounds. 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

Pathways to Generosity, Prayer #148

by Clara Carter, MCCDC Prayer Supporter

“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Dear God, thank you for being with us in all things taking place in our lives at any time, whether it is joyful or when we are overwhelmed with grief. We pray to walk by faith and trust you regardless of circumstances and situations when we become unsure and troubled. God, you know our wishes, our dreams, and our struggles that weave within the fabric of our lives. Help us to be willing to walk by faith, and be patient as we wait accordingly as you have purposed for our lives. God, we pray to endure without complaining and remain grateful during tumultuous upheavals. Let us not sink into despair and hopelessness over political intentions to project lack upon various communities.

Let your loving light shine through us to gather more souls into your spiritual realm. Allow your abundance and prosperity to overflow all people and plant the seed of love and kindness that everyone share generously of your abundance to further spread the gospel and help others in need. Thank you for the abundance of financial gifts, time, talents, skills, and treasures. Thank you, God, for all spiritual places of worship throughout the world, a beloved community where everyone is invited to partake of your grace and mercy. We pray to remain steadfast in our endeavor to accomplish the vision and mission before us. Thank you in your many precious names! Amen.

“I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:12-13 ESV

About:

Ralph Waldo Emerson was a leading figure in 19th century American literature and thought. A poet, essayist, lecturer, and philosopher, Emerson is best known for his philosophy of individualism and self-reliance. His works, such as Self-Reliance and Nature, encouraged readers to trust their instincts and live by their own values.

Born: May 25, 1803, Boston, MA

Died: April 27, 1882 (age 78 years), Concord, MA

Influenced by: Henry David Thoreau, Plato, Kong Qiu · See more

Children: Edward Waldo Emerson, Edith Emerson Forbes, Waldo Emerson

Spouse: Lidian Jackson Emerson (m. 1835–1882), Ellen Louisa Tucker (m. 1829–1831)

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

MCCDC Bible Study Summer Break

MCCDC Bible Study is on summer break starting July 01,2025. Bible study will resume on September 09,2025. Email Dale Madyun-Baskerville, with any questions at mccdcbiblestudy@mccdc.com.

 

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 Health and her 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 * 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, *’Prayers for Rose William Family

 

“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
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.

 

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