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JOIN US THIS SATURDAY
MCCDC LANDSCAPING DAY!!
9AM-2PM
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 HOLY WEEK SERVICES
PALM SUNDAY
MARCH 29
9a.m. & 11a.m. services
APRIL 2
7PM
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICES
APRIL 3
7PM
GUEST WORSHIP LEADER TYRONE STANLEY
EASTER SUNDAY
APRIL 5
9AM & 11AM SERVICES
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JOIN US SUNDAY!
9AM & 11AM
"Blessed are hearts that can bend; they shall never be broken."
~ Albert Camus
The journey of Jesus as told by Mark begins with the proclamation of John the Baptist in Mark 1:7-8, "The one who is more powerful than I is coming after me; I am not worthy to stoop down and untie the thong of his sandals. I have baptized you with water; but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit."
From there, Jesus' heart opens at his baptism. His heart is tested in his showdown with Satan in the wilderness. His heart reaches out in his call to the first disciples. His heart is fierce in casting out demons and meeting the opposition of religious authorities. His heart is wise in responding to tough questions and in teaching the curious. His heart is compassionate in offering healing to the hurting and nourishment to the hungry.
Now, as the journey continues, his heart is purposeful. This coming Palm Sunday our scripture from Mark 11:1-11 presents Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Mark describes Jesus entering Jerusalem on a young colt. With joy the crowds shout "Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!"
Later, beyond the shouts of the crowd, Jesus' heart will bend. Hurt by betrayal he says to Peter, James and John, "I am deeply grieved, even to death" (14:34).
The heart of Jesus bends-yet it does not break.
Jesus weeps, yet his tears are not lost. Beyond Gethsemane and the grave, the heart of Jesus opens wider than the rock blocked tomb, soaring free with life eternal.
The heart of Jesus is blessed, and blessings available to all are full-filled through his faithfulness.
This Sunday, our hearts will align with the heart of Jesus as he sojourns the streets of Jerusalem. We too are in the story. Future generations are included when the crowds shout, "Blessings on the coming realm of our ancestor David! Hosanna in the highest!" (Mark 11:10).
The blessed heart of Jesus is an expansive heart: it holds a place for each of us. When our hearts bend, we have an understanding companion in Jesus who carries us through to blessings full-filled.
I look forward to seeing you for beautiful Palm Sunday worship at 9AM and 11AM.
Faithfully,
Rev. Dwayne
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TONIGHT:
JOIN US IN THE 90/90 CHALLENGE
 You are invited to join us to read the bible in 90 days. Rev Dwayne challenged 90 people to sign up to take this journey.
THE WEBSITE FOR BIBLE IN 90 DAYS:
The weekly meetings continue TONIGHT (7-8pm). Group meets at MCCDC in the lower level conference room.
YOU CAN CALL IN TO THE SESSION TONIGHT AT:
605-562-0020 Meeting ID 497-018-717
TUESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
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In March the theme will be Easter: Better understanding your Christian Journey
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Summary of Passion of Christ
Series March
31
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**Bible study is held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm in the Welcome Hall**
READY TO CARE?
WILLING TO SERVE?
Do you have a flexible schedule with time to commit?
Do you have a consistent prayer life?
Are you able to honor confidentiality?
Are you on the journey of spiritual maturity?
Are you comfortable visiting hospitals and care facilities?
Are you able to set healthy boundaries?
Is I Corinthians 13 one of your favorite scriptures?
If you answered yes to the above questions maybe
PASTORAL CARE MINISTRY
is for you!
Informational and Discernment Meetings:
April 15 +May 13, 2015 @ 7pm
Commissioning for 1 year Term:
Sunday May 17 @ 9 & 11
"These are the words of the Lord God:
Now I myself will ask after my sheep
and go in search for them. . .and rescue them,
no matter where they were scattered
in dark and cloudy days. . .
I will search for the lost,
recover the straggler,
bandage the hurt,
strengthen the sick,
leave the healthy and strong to play."
~ Ezekiel 34: 11-12, 16; NEB
NEWS FROM THE VOLUNTEER ACTION TEAM
 Thanks everyone for your responses to our volunteer options poster and sharing your interests in upcoming opportunities. We are currently working through logistics and will share a calendar of volunteer events soon. For questions, feel free to reach out to Wendy Watson at [email protected] or Todd Clark at [email protected]
Peace and Blessings,
Sincerely the VAT Team
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EASTER REMEMBRANCES We invite you to remember or honor someone you love with an Easter Remembrance. The names of those remembered will be included in the Easter Bulletin. The Easter Remembrances are $15 each. Please pick up a form at the information station or online at http://mccdc.com/donate/
CLICK HERE FOR THE FORM
MINISTRY CONNECTIONS Opportunities to serve in ministry are plentiful. If you have a heart to serve and to be a part of something larger than yourself, please consider this your personal invitation to join in ministry. Where needed most:
Children's Ministry - The Children's Ministry provides a fun and safe space for children to learn about spiritual values, while valuing each child's unique talents and abilities.
Hospitality - God's hospitality extends welcome to the entire community, the Hospitality Ministry provides arms and feet to that welcome. The ministry is responsible for coordinating food and welcome during the social time.
 Information Station - These faithful folks coordinate the sharing of information about ministry activities, events and directions. They extend the hospitality of welcome to everyone who has questions or require assistance.
Adult Sunday School - This is a brief yet powerful time to connect with scripture and each other. Participants meet on Sundays from 10:15 - 10:45. All are welcome.
AV Ministry - This Ministry is responsible for the sights and sounds in worship and other services in the sanctuary. If you feel called to investigate learning and participating in providing audio and video support, please pray about connecting.
If you are interested in any of these service ministries, please contact Rev Cathy at [email protected] or 202-638-7373.
Lessons in Letting Go: Forgiving Ourselves and Others 
Please join local healing and therapeutic practitioner Elizabeth McCain for this four week series. Forgiveness can be a challenging process for us all, and is often misunderstood. In this experiential workshop, learn what true forgiveness for ourselves and others really means. Release old stories of regret, guilt, and resentment of the past, have compassion for yourself and others in the present, and embrace hope for the future. Through group sharing, meditation and prayer, journaling, and energy healing practices, experience the freedom of forgiveness and renewal in body, mind, and Spirit.
Rev. Elizabeth McCain is an interfaith minister, grief counselor, spiritual mentor, energy healer, and professional storyteller in Takoma Park, Md. Whether ministering, counseling, or performing, she believes that sharing and reframing our personal stories heals hearts, creates community, and changes the world. Elizabeth specializes in helping the LGBTQ community and our allies live more meaningful and joyful lives. To learn more about her work, go to www.elizabethmccain.com.
Dates- Wednesdays, April 8, 15, 22,and 29 Time -7:00-8:30pmLocation: MCCDC Workshop is free and donations to MCCDC are appreciated.
For more information or to sign up please contact Rev Cathy at [email protected] or 202-638-7373.
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eBLAST
MARCH 26, 2015
MCCDC
474 RIDGE STREET NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
www.mccdc.com
EBLAST
MCCDC
202-638-7373
Rev. J. Dwayne Johnson
Rev. Cathy Alexander
MCCDC WEBSITE
www.mccdc.com
MCCDC ONLINE GIVING
MCCDC TEXT GIVING
202-999-3841
MCCDC CONTACT INFORMATION:
800-Church Office
801-Senior Pastor, Rev. Dwayne
802-Minister of Connections, Rev. Cathy
804-Bookkeeper, Lance
THIS SUNDAY AT THE INFORMATION STATION *PICK-UP BULLETIN/ ATTENDANCE CARDS *GIVE TO THE AV MINISTRY *DROP-OFF YOUR EASTER REMEMBRANCES
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TONIGHT!
MARCH 26
BIBLE IN 90 DAYS
7PM
SATURDAY,
MARCH 28
LANDSCAPING DAY
9AM-2PM
SUNDAY,
MARCH 29
9AM /11AM
WORSHIP SERVICE
"BLESSINGS FULL-FILLED"
REV. J. DWAYNE JOHNSON
SUNDAY,
MARCH 29
MEMORIAL SERVICE
GABRIEL CAREY
1PM
MARCH 31
BIBLE STUDY
7PM
THURSDAY,
APRIL 2
HOLY THURSDAY
GUEST WORSHIP LEADER TYRONE STANLEY
7PM
FRIDAY,
APRIL 3
GOOD FRIDAY
7PM
SUNDAY,
APRIL 5
EASTER SUNDAY
9AM & 11AM
LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN!!
THANKS FOR A GREAT SUNDAY!
THIS PAST SUNDAY, WE RAISED OVER $5,000 FOR THE AV MINISTRY PROJECT! THANK YOU!
Give to the AV Ministry Fund. MCCDC is revamping the Sanctuary sound system, a new audio board and system, and new cameras so we can start to webcast our Sunday services to the community and the shut-in.
The cost of the project is $95,500. The Board has committed $41,152.66 to the project and we have raised $40,234.00 for a total of $81,386.66. We are $14,113.34 away from our goal. Help us make this happen.
To give to this fund,
click here. There is a drop-down menu that you can select AV Ministry to make your gift.
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