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"Oh, James and John, You Foolish Boys"

Luke 3:21

James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came forward to Jesus and said to him, “Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.” And he said to them, “What is it you want me to do for you?” And they said to him, “Grant us to sit, one at your right hand and one at your left, in your glory.” But Jesus said to them, “You do not know what you are asking. Are you able to drink the cup that I drink or be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with?” They replied, “We are able.” Then Jesus said to them, “The cup that I drink you will drink; and with the baptism with which I am baptized, you will be baptized; but to sit at my right hand or at my left is not mine to grant, but it is for those for whom it has been prepared.”

When the ten heard this, they began to be angry with James and John. So Jesus called them and said to them, “You know that among the Gentiles those whom they recognize as their rulers lord it over them, and their great ones are tyrants over them. But it can’t be like that for you; whoever wishes to become great among you must serve the rest and whoever wishes to be first among you must serve the needs of all. For the Promised One came not to be served but to serve, and to give one life to secure release for many.”

*NEW* Agape MCC’s Holiday Series

"Ladder to the Light"

This Sunday we will begin a new series based on the visions and wisdom teachings of Steven Charleston, a member of the the Choctaw Nation, former Episcopal Bishop of Alaska, and President and Dean of the Episcopal Divinity School. Our guide will be his most recent book, Ladder to the Light; An Indegenous Elder’s Meditations on Hope and Courage.  

We will be climbing the ladder slowly throughout the upcoming holiday season, including Advent, and our ascent will culminate on Christmas Eve. Please join us beginning this Sunday as we make the descent into the Kiva. If you are practicing virtually, you have the advantage of creating your own sacred space and time for our gatherings. It should be a space that evokes cave energy, solitude, and closeness to the earth. We will talk more about that at this week’s gathering. See you in the Kiva.

10/24 The Vision of the Kiva

10/31 The Rung of Faith/All Saints Day

11/02 All Souls Day/Día de los Muertos (Facebook Live Blessing with Rev. David at 7PM)

11/07 The Rung of Blessing

11/14 The Rung of Hope

11/21 The Rung of Community

11/28 Advent 1 – The Rung of Action

12/05 Advent 2 – The Rung of Truth

12/12 Advent 3 – The Rung of Renewal

12/19 Advent 4 – The Rung of Transformation

12/24 Christmas Eve, 7:00 p.m. – The Emergence

Bailey Shackelford's Celebration of Life was a beautiful time of remembrance. For those who were unable to attend, please click on the button below to view the celebration.

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Join us for Sunday morning worship in our 

Agape' MCC Sanctuary at 10:30AM 

OR

Join us for Sunday Morning Worship

at 10:30AM on Facebook Live.

With the most recent change to the CDC Guidelines, we strongly encourage all of our community to maintain social distancing and wear masks when attending our live services.

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Wednesdays at 6:30PM

via Zoom

Meeting ID: 816 8960 6902

Join us for "Taosim",

a course created by Glenda Taylor and facilitated by Rev. David Wynn.

Glenda Taylor writes:

“This is for me one of the favorite things that I have presented through the years, through story-telling, art, references to history, and through other means, in workshops and lectures in several states and now online. I consider it so valuable to us at this particular time, as it explores a way of life that brings peace of mind and serenity of spirit, even in chaotic times like what we are experiencing today. Taoism is an ancient Chinese wisdom. This self-paced seven-lesson course is packed with audio and video content, suggestions for contemplation and activity, quotations and vocabulary, suggestions for further study, and a great deal more. All seven lessons are free for now.”

Follow this link to begin the course, https://oneandallwisdom.com/taoism-an-online-course/

Follow this link to discover more about the gifted teacher Glenda Taylor https://oneandallwisdom.com/

We will begin with check in as is our ritual when we gather. This course is self-paced so there are no requirements for how you choose to engage it. We will talk about Lesson 7 on

October 20th. Whether you’ve looked at the lesson or not, you are still invited to come be part of the discussion.

Please join us via Zoom as we share a time of connection.

Watch for Thursday Announcements with Rev. David

(TAD TALK) each Thursday on Facebook Live. Find out all the latest updates by clicking on David's picture!

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COMMUNITY SERVICE

Come Together to Support Afghan Women and Girls

“Safety and security of women and children will determine the well-being and strength of our nations” - Rajnath Singh

The Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan has put the rights -- and lives -- of hundreds of thousands of Afghan women and girls at extreme risk. 

To rally behind these precious individuals and the progress they are entitled to, Spiritual Playdate calls on our global peace education partners to come together in support of protecting and promoting their most basic human rights. 

And because we know that finding meaningful ways to help in times of crisis can seem overwhelming, we've identified a simple way that you can make a difference today.

A donation to Women for Women will provide a lifeline to Afghan women and children who are suffering; supporting desperately needed lifesaving services for those who have endured unspeakable human rights violations at the hands of the Taliban.

Sending positivity and prayers to these women and girls is crucial, but sending resources to uphold their health and safety is absolutely critical, so please join us in supporting this incredible organization by donating HERE today. 

Thank you, 

Edwina Cowell

Spiritual Playdate

SPIRITUAL BREATH

I think I got this backwards: I thought when people got older they became more settled in their ways. More conservative and careful. Less inclined to go out searching for something new. But I seem to have become the opposite. I am more of a spiritual nomad than ever, out exploring the mysteries around me. I am sure I have a home in the Spirit, but I cannot stop looking out the window. The night sky looks like a roadmap, the first light of dawn like an invitation. I see other seekers already heading for the unknown and I long to be with them. We are a community old in experience, but young in wonder.

― Daily Meditation - Steven Charleston, 10/18/2021

“When we are unsure about what we believe, we truly stand naked before God, stripped of those dogmas that we wear like denominational clothing to give us a sense of security.”

― Steven Charleston, The Four Vision Quests of Jesus

MCC Council of Elders

Weekly Call to Prayer

Spirit of the Living God,

Thank you for your peace and presence during this time of the changing of seasons. There are many changing forces in our lives, and we ask for you to journey with us as we prepare for what comes next. Many of us live with anticipation that you are going to do a new thing for us – both individually and collectively. We feel it. We know it. We desire it. We desire you. So come into our hearts and guide our feet as we move forward in courage and embrace our change. Help us to be the people that helps others to bring their spirituality out of the closet and give honor to the Divine Presence that surrounds us.

May It Be So!

PRAYER SUBMITTED BY:

REV. DR. ROLAND STRINGFELLOW

Senior Pastor and Teacher

MCC Detroit

October Birthdays

10/03 Evelyn Brown

10/05 Billy Stewart

10/06 Deanie Sewell

10/16 EJ Hudzina

10/20 Donna Boutwell

10/25 Jude Nerio

10/28 Shawn McCraw