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2014 Christmas Concert
THIS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
7:30PM
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DECEMBER 4, 2014
MCCDC
474 RIDGE STREET NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
www.mccdc.com
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10TH ANNUAL TOY PARTY SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 10AM-12NOON & 1-3PM WE NEED YOUR HELP WITH UNWRAPPED TOYS AND CHILDREN'S BOOKS! PLEASE DROP OFF TOYS AND BOOKS AT THE CHURCH IN THE TOY BINS!
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JOIN US SUNDAY!
9AM & 11AM
 SAYING YES TO MARY
"Somehow I have to trust that God is at work in me and that the way
I am being moved to new inner and outer places is part of a larger movement of which I am only a very small part."
~ Henri Nouwen
This Sunday we will seek to "taste and see" the experience of Mary. Scripture describes her as being "much perplexed" when the angel Gabriel comes to her with news that she is a "favored one" and that the presence of God is with her.
In considering her own life, perhaps all she could see was insignificance. Nazareth, her home town, was far from the center of power. Why would a powerful God choose a powerless place and powerless person for divine revelation? Many continue to reflect on that question today. Mary, however, while acknowledging her confusion, landed in a place of trust saying, "Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word" (Luke 1:38).
Mary trusted that God was at work in her. Mary opened herself to "being moved to new inner and outer places" (Henri Nouwen). At the time, she could not see the bigger picture or the larger movement. Yet she said yes and risked everything. She became part of the unfolding story of salvation that continues to unfold today.
We too are invited into the unfolding story. The story continues to unfold through us each time we say yes to becoming a part of God's love in the world.
I invite you to join me this Sunday at 9 & 11 for the Second Sunday of Advent as Ministry Intern Tom Simmons further explores our scripture from Luke 1: 26-38. Tom has shared his gifts with MCCDC for the past year through his prayerful and joyful presence. His special ministry has been ministering with MCCDC Unid@s. In addition, he has facilitated numerous Tuesday Night Bible Studies, enjoyed fellowship with the Older Adults Ministry, attended Board Meetings and much more. Don't miss his special message this Sunday and our opportunity to thank him as he completes his ministry with us.
This is a great weekend at MCCDC. I look forwarding to seeing you at the Christmas Concert on Friday & Saturday nights and then at worship on Sunday!
Faithfully,
Rev. Dwayne
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HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Please join local healing and therapeutic practitioner
Elizabeth McCain in a three week series on holiday hope and hopefulness.
The holiday season can be a difficult time of year for many of us. No matter what kind of painful past memories we have, we can choose to embrace a sense of hope and a more positive attitude during this time of year and beyond. In these sessions, learn how to reframe stories from the past, experience a body/mind/spirit connection through acupressure and energy healing, develop spiritual practices (such as meditation and gratitude practices), and feel a sense of belonging and joy within yourself, your family, and your community.
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: Dec 4, 11, 18
Time: 7-8:30
Location: MCCDC
Workshop is free and donations are appreciated.
MCC STATEMENT
OF FAITH REPORT
The report presents the results of the first round of surveys developed by the Commission on the MCC Statement of Faith. Along with feedback forms on the MCC denominational website, the surveys were launched with the intention of initiating a grass-roots dialogue with the various constituencies of MCC as we begin our task: to review, renew, and update our MCC Statement of Faith as authorized by the 2013 General Conference.
http://mccchurch.org/?attachment_id=7962
 ADVENT BOOK STUDY Advent is a time of preparation for the Coming One. Please join us on TuesdayNights during Advent to experience first-hand the stories, the people and the events leading to Jesus' Birth. The book will take us through daily meditations and offer heart and spirit challenging ways to consider how these stories are relevant to each of us today no matter where you are on your faith journey. Join us for this four week study at 7 PM at Tuesday Night Bible Study starting November 18th and ending on Dec 16th. Books are available on line. For more information please contact Dale Madyun-Baskerville or Rev Cathy Alexander at revcathy@mccdc. com or 202-638-7373.
UPCOMING BIBLE STUDY DATES AND TOPICS:
Dec 9 Experiencing the Birth Of Christ
Dec 16 Experiencing the Journey to Safety
Dec 23 No Bible Study
Dec 30 No Bible Study
SHARE the GIFT OF FOOD
During the holiday season MCCDC is requested to provide food baskets to our neighbors who are in need. Three weeks of food can be purchased for $23-30. Often, we have more requests for baskets than purchases will allow. This year we would like to make you aware and provide an opportunity for you to fund a SHARE basket. A second offering will be received on Sunday December 14th to support SHARE and you may also go on line to make a donation. Please consider providing the gift of food this holiday season.
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APPLY TO BE A WHITE HOUSE FELLOW
Applications are now open to be a 2015-2016 White House Fellow. Applications will be open until January 15, 2015 -- please help us spread the word! President Lyndon B. Johnson established the President's Commission on White House Fellowships 50 years ago, and over the course of nine presidential administrations -- four Democrat and five Republican -- the nonpartisan White House Fellows program has become the na...tion's premier fellowship for public service and leadership. The program's mission is to expose Fellows to first-hand, high-level experience in the federal government.
The program consists of a full-time work placement in the offices of Cabinet Secretaries, senior White House staff, and other high-ranking Administration officials. During their year in Washington, D.C., White House Fellows also participate in a robust education program designed to provide a behind-the-scenes look into the inner workings of the federal government. It is an extraordinary year that yields a lifetime of rewards.
 10th annual
TOY PARTY
MCCDC is sponsoring the 10th annual Toy Party for kids ages 3-16 on December 13 from 10am-12noon and 1pm-3pm. Please bring in unwrapped toys over the next two Sundays.
MCCDC FINANCE COMMITTEE
TO MEET FIRST SUNDAY
OF EACH MONTH
The Finance Committee of the Board of Directors will meet at the Church on the first Sunday of each month from 10:15 to 10:55 beginning in January 2014. Any matters or questions for the Committee should be emailed to [email protected]. Anyone wishing to speak to the issues raised at the Church Forum or who wish to present any materials on the issue are welcome.
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eBLAST
DECEMBER 4, 2014
MCCDC
474 RIDGE STREET NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
EBLAST
MCCDC
202-638-7373
Michael Fisher
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 806-Music Minister, Michael
THIS SUNDAY
AT THE INFORMATION STATION
*PICK-UP BULLETIN/
ATTENDANCE CARDS
*DROP YOUR TOYS OFF
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TONIGHT
DECEMBER 4
HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS
7PM
TOMORROW & SATURDAY
DECEMBER 5 & 6
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
7:30PM
SUNDAY,
DECEMBER 7
9AM /11AM
WORSHIP SERVICE
"SAYING YES TO MARY"
REV. J. DWAYNE JOHNSON
TUESDAY,
DECEMBER 9
BIBLE STUDY
7PM
SATURDAY,
DECEMBER 13
TOY PARTY
SANCTUARY
THURSDAY,
DECEMBER 18
HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS
7PM
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