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JANUARY 8, 2015
MCCDC
474 RIDGE STREET NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
www.mccdc.com
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Join our AV Ministry Project by giving at www.mccdc.com/donate. Our goal is to raise $95,500
to complete this project and transform our Sanctuary!
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JOIN US SUNDAY!
9AM & 11AM
 2015: YOUR TURN TO SPEAK TRUTH IN LOVE
"Remember this, my dear beloveds: be quick to listen, but slow to speak."
~ James 1:19
Looking back at the peaks and valleys of 2014, I realize that I dug some of those valleys myself. And I dug the valley not with a shovel, but my tongue.
Sometimes I spoke in haste without verifying all the facts. Other times my opinions blocked my view of other possibilities. I even jumped to a conclusion or two. In our speed-talking world it is easy to speak without really listening. Too often, the quick tongue creates a downward spiral into the valley of damaged relationships and misunderstandings.
The scriptures for this Sunday from James 1: 16-20; 23-26 and Matthew 18: 15-22 offer a different way. When it is our turn to speak, imagine if what we offer has been preceded by prayer? A healthy approach to communication is not driven by ego. Rather, it is spiritually grounded in truth. And this is not simply truth grounded in facts. It is truth that holds true to our deepest values. It is truth that holds true to the call of love: holding dear the well-being of others.
I believe that 2015 is your turn to participate in healthier communication. For example, if you hear a cycle of gossip starting in your work place, it is your turn to break the cycle. Or maybe you have a close friend who has become mired in negativity. Perhaps it is your turn to offer the right word at the right time to open your friend to new possibilities. These examples both require the courage to speak the truth in love.
MCCDC is here to partner with you in making healthy communication choices. In the message this Sunday I will suggest some tools that will help us spend more time on the mountain and less time in the valley when it comes to communication.
You will also receive a gift this Sunday: a beautifully designed button featuring "our tree" reflecting off the glass of our sanctuary imprinted with three questions to ask ourselves before we speak: "Is it kind? Is it necessary? Is it true?" These questions from "The Three Sieves of Socrates" provide a great tool for thinking before we speak.
See you Sunday at 9am and 11am!
Faithfully,
Rev. Dwayne
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TONIGHT:
TAKE 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 first weekly meetings starts TONIGHT, January 8th (7-8:30). Group will meet at MCCDC in the lower level conference room.
Weekly meetings end on April 2nd. Graduation will be during services in April.
TUESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY IS BACK!
In January we will be studying the Gospel of John.
January 13 John 4-6
January 20 John 6-9
January 27 Gospel of John Summary
GIVING ENVELOPES
Giving Envelopes will be available for pickup on Sunday Jan 11 AND 18th. Since a new system is being implemented, giving box numbers will be revised from year to year. There are also additional tools for giving available to you throughout the year.
In 2015, please consider using auto tithe feature of easy tithe which allows you to give from your account regularly on a recurring, scheduled basis. For more information, please go to mccdc.com/donate/
MEMBERSHIP CLASS
If you have questions about MCCDC and what membership is about, class will be held on February 8th from12:30 to 2:30 in the lower level conference room. All are welcome to attend. A light lunch will be served. Please register so that we may have enough food and materials. Contact Rev Cathy at [email protected] or 202-638-7373
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY MEETING THIS SUNDAY
The children's ministry will be meeting SUNDAY at 12:30 in the lower level conference room for fun, fellowship and future of the children's ministry. Please join us.
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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.
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. The next meeting is February 1. 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.
TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
Saturday January 31st 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Do you have a desire to participate more in the MCCDC worship services? Do you have questions about how to get more involved? Would you like to learn more about what is happening at communion? Please join us for ministry training and spiritual instruction on communion celebration, praying for those who come for communion, holding the bread and cup for communion, serving as an usher. Everyone who currently participates AND anyone who would like to participate must attend training. Please sign up at the information station or with Rev Cathy at [email protected] or 202-638-7373.
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eBLAST
JANUARY 8, 2015
MCCDC
474 RIDGE STREET NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
www.mccdc.com
EBLAST
MCCDC
202-638-7373
Rev. J. Dwayne Johnson
Rev. Cathy Alexander
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
*PICK-UP YOUR GIVING ENVELOPES
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SATURDAY,
JANUARY 10
BOARD/TRUSTEES RETREAT
9:30-AM12:30PM
SATURDAY,
JANUARY 10
DEBORAH SPADDY SERVICE
1PM
SANCTUARY
SUNDAY,
JANUARY 11
9AM /11AM
WORSHIP SERVICE
"YOUR TURN TO SPEAK TRUTH IN LOVE!"
REV. J. DWAYNE JOHNSON
SUNDAY,
JANUARY 11
YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY BRUNCH
12:30PM
LEPAIN QUOTIDIAN
433 MASSACHUSETTS AVE. NW
SUNDAY,
JANUARY 11
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY MEETING
12:30PM
LOWER LEVEL
TUESDAY,
JANUARY 13
BIBLE STUDY
7PM
THURSDAY,
JANUARY 15
BIBLE IN 90 DAYS
7PM
SUNDAY,
FEBRUARY 8
NEW MEMBERS CLASS
12:30PM
LOWER LEVEL
JOIN THE AV MINISTRY PROJECT GIVING LIST
Give to the AV Ministry Fund. Starting this month, 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 $33,425 to the project and we have raised $29,985 for a total of $63,410. We are $31,090 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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