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MCCDC-SERVING OUR NEIGHBORS!

The MCCDC community of faith once again sponsored a work day to clean and landscape the corner of 5th and Ridge Streets as well as our neighbor's flower boxes down Ridge and M Streets. Pictured are Dre Woody-Macko, Craig Arnold, and Valeria Myers.


 



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MCCDC
474 RIDGE STREET NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
www.mccdc.com
 

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three days left!
LET'S HELP OUR TEAM REACH ITS' GOAL

GOAL: 40 WALKERS/$13,500

TO DATE: 29 WALKERS/$7888


 

TO JOIN THE TEAM OR DONATE, CLICK HERE!
 


 




JOIN US SUNDAY!
9AM & 11AM

  WHY I WALK TO END HIV

 

 

Today I went to our Buchanan Memorial Chapel at MCCDC to pray. The columbarium is a vivid reminder of why I'm joining team MCCDC this Saturday for the Walk to End HIV. I visited each niche and prayed for each name, grateful for the legacy of church, friends and family that remember each of these saints. I noted that many of these saints lived and died with AIDS.

 

I walk for our saints.

 

I also walk for those living with HIV today. There have been many advances in research and treatment in recent years. I walk to help support continued research. The end of HIV is on the horizon. Every step gets us closer. Every step counts. I walk to do my part in getting us closer.

 

I walk because if Washington, D.C. was a country, it would rank No. 23 of the 50 countries with the highest HIV rates.  It is estimated that up to one-third of those living with HIV do not know they are HIV-positive. The walk helps fund accessible testing and helps to get the word out to get tested now.

 

I walk in memory of John Raymer. Shortly before my beloved partner died of AIDS on June 6, 1996, he said to me, "Just promise me you'll always remember me. Promise me you will say my name out loud from time to time." I often say his name out loud and in my heart, and this Saturday when the walk kicks off I will say out loud, "John Raymer, I'm walking for you." And I know in a way beyond my limited understanding he will be there, walking in spirit, as he couldn't do during the final weeks of his life when he was confined to bed.

 

I walk with Team MCCDC because I believe God is greater than HIV. It is important that we walk as a faith community. It is an opportunity for us to let our community know that MCCDC is the place to be for those seeking spiritual support and friendship for their HIV journey. Those living with HIV can find a spiritual home at MCCDC, a place where there is no stigma attached to the diagnosis.

 

See you Saturday at the Walk to End HIV. There is still time to register and join Team MCCDC now at www.aidswalkwasington.org Be sure to scroll down to sign-on with MCCDC.

 

If you are not able to walk in person due to schedule or health reasons, you can still be a part of Team MCCDC as a Sleep Walker. Just register at the link above.

 

Walking together, we WILL end HIV with God's help.

 

 

 

Faithfully,

 

Rev. Dwayne

 

 

 

 

 

 


our community

 


 

 

�Nosotros somos ICMDC Unid@s! 

�Adoremos y Alabemos a Dios!


 

On Saturday, October 25, Unid@s, the MCCDC Hispanic/Latin@ outreach ministry, will once again hold its monthly worship service at 6pm in the sanctuary here at MCCDC. We will have wonderful music, liturgy, great food and fellowship. Rev. Alberto N�jera will be our celebrant and preacher who will deliver Jesus' Good News of radically inclusive love. This will be a special service as we will be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15).

            

The service will be mostly in Spanish; however, the Scripture readings and the sermon are usually translated into English.  So whether or not you are a Spanish speaker, please come and celebrate this joyous occasion with us! For more information, contact Tom Simmons, Ministry Intern, at frybreadguy51@gmail.com or (202) 638-7373.

  

 

"Mirad cu�n bueno y cu�n agradable es que l@s herman@s habiten junt@s en armon�a."

   Salmo 133:1

 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINISTRY IN MCCDC UNID@S!

As some of you may know, Tom Simmons, the current ministry intern, will be leaving after the first week in November 2014. In order to make this transition smooth, MCCDC Unid@s is asking for volunteers who would like to assist in participating in some activities that are important to keeping our ministry on its current path. You don't have to speak Spanish to participate. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Tom Simmons, Ministry Intern, at frybreadguy51@gmail.com or (202) 638-7373. 

 

ICMDC UNID@S IS ON FACEBOOK!

 

            As part of its outreach ministry to the LGBT Hispanic/Latin@ community, ICMDC (MCCDC) Unid@s has a Facebook group! If you would like to be a member of our Facebook group, first you have to have a Facebook account, and second just make a request to join the group. Our web address is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ICMDCUnidos/. For further information, please contact Tom Simmons, Ministry Intern, at frybreadguy51@gmail.com or (202) 638-7373. 

 

Grupo de Oraci�n

"Donde est�n dos o tres reunidos en mi nombre, all� estoy yo en medio de ellos." Mateo 18:20

           

Every Sunday at 12:30 pm in the MCCDC chapel on the second floor, Unid@s has a regular prayer group. Come and pray with us!  All are welcome!

 

REUNION

Unid@s, the MCCDC Hispanic/Latin@ outreach ministry, will have its monthly business meeting on Saturday, October 25 at 2pm. All are welcome to attend! For more information, contact Tom Simmons, Ministry Intern, at frybreadguy51@gmail.com or (202) 638-7373.

 

THIS SUNDAY

sunday workshop

 

That's My Story and It's Sticking To Me

October 26


 

Please "COME OUT" and join Rev Jerry Troyer in worship as he shares about embracing who we are. 


 

Then stay for the workshop entitled "That's My Story and it's Sticking to Me" where Jerry will lead the group in a discussion about getting rid of guilt, shame and blame. Lunch is provided at 12:30 and the workshop is from 1:00 - 2:30pm. Cost is $20 and scholarships are available. Do not let price be a barrier to receiving this very timely and important information for your personal and spiritual growth. 

 

Please contact Rev Cathy Alexander for more information at revcathy@mccdc.com or 202-638-7373.


 

 

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

 

 

 

 

MCCDC is sponsoring a group to attend

"Taking Church to the Community Conference"

Saturday, November 1, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wesley Theological Seminary

 



 

 


 

No longer can we simply ask, "What can we do to get people to come to our church?" We must also consider, "How can we go into the world to encounter those in need of the gospel?" At Taking Church to the Community, you will explore strategies your congregation can use to reach beyond its walls with worship, community events, ministries, and service - meeting community members where they are and moving them toward discipleship.

Taking Church to the Community is ecumenical and designed for both laity and clergy.

Presentations and Workshops

  • The Outside-in Church
  • Go Where the People Are
  • Becoming an Interactive Congregation
  • Blessing Your Community
  • Discipleship 101: Getting Ready
  • Ministries and Community Engagement: Heading Out!
  • Reaching Out through Community Events

If you would like to attend, please contact Rev Cathy Alexander by October 21st  at revcathy@mccdc.com or 202-638-7373.

 

 

 

 

 



 

MCCDC NEEDS YOU!!!

Join the MCCDC Team in the 28th Annual Walk to End HIV Saturday October 25, 2014

LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED AT MCCDC FOLLOWING THE WALK


 

The team is forming and would not be complete without you. Our new contribution goal this year is to have 40 walkers raising $13,500 or more. To date, we have 29 walkers and over $7888.


 

For more information please contact our Team Captain Bob Whitman at  bwhit1022@aol.com or Rev Cathy at revcathy@mccdc.com (202-638-7373).


 

Please go to our team page to join:

 http://www.aidswalkwashington.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.teamParticipants&teamID=5550


 


 

mark your calendars


 


 

congregational forum-Nov. 9

congregational meeting-Nov. 23


 

Please save the dates for the Annual Congregational Forum on November 9 and the Congregational Meeting/Elections on November 23.


 

BOARD APPROVES NOMINATIONS 

FOR OPEN SEATS


 

The Board of Directors approved the recommendation of the Nominations Committee to place Dave Jenkins, Mark Kornmann, and Bobby Strang before the congregation for positions on the Board of Directors. There are three positions open this next year. Two, three-year terms and a one-year term.


Halloween Party 
October 31  8-11PM
 sponsored by the Older Adults Ministry for everyone in the MCCDC Congregation

 

A Costume Party for everyone,  Come as your favorite character for an evening of fun and other things that go bump in the night. This is your chance for good food,  dancing and prizes for costumes.  Cost is only $5.00.  You are encouraged to bring your favorite food dish to share ...  

 


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 MCCDC TEXT GIVING
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MCCDC CONTACT INFORMATION: 
MAIN NUMBER
202-638-7373


 

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EXTENSIONS:
800-Church Office
801-Senior Pastor, Rev. Dwayne
802-Minister of Connections, Rev. Cathy
804-Bookkeeper, Lance 
806-Music Minister, Michael


THIS SUNDAY 

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CALENDAR 
highlights


SATURDAY,
OCTOBER 25
WALK TO END HIV
WASHINGTON, DC

SATURDAY,
OCTOBER 25
UNID@S SPANISH SPEAKING MINISTRY SERVICE
6PM
MCCDC

SUNDAY,
OCTOBER 26
9AM /11AM
WORSHIP SERVICE
"WHY I WALK TO END HIV"
REV. J. DWAYNE JOHNSON


SUNDAY,
OCTOBER 26
"THAT'S MY STORY AND IT'S STICKING TO ME"
12:30-2:30PM

TUESDAY,
OCTOBER 28
BIBLE STUDY
7PM

FRIDAY,
OCTOBER 31
OLDER ADULT'S HALLOWEEN PARTY
7-9PM
MCCDC SANCTUARY

SUNDAY,
NOVEMBER 9
CONGREGATIONAL FORUM 
12:30PM
SANCTUARY

SUNDAY,
NOVEMBER 23
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
12:30PM
SANCTUARY




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