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In last Sunday’s sermon by our own Dr. Jackie Marshall, we heard a message of hope and how we find hope through small acts of love. Jackie exemplifies how we thrive collectively as a church family. No matter what we face, God lights our path. Jackie gave us example after example of this from her own remarkable life.


The path can be daunting, especially as we face the recent hail, hurricanes, and heat of Houston. Some of us hadn’t finished cleaning up from the weather disaster of a few weeks ago, when along came Beryl, causing us to wonder, “Is there no end to this?”


Small acts of love are all around us. I feel them every day from my church family. I have learned over time to trust God and allow those who love me to support and encourage me when I really need it. I used to be that person who said, “I’m okay. I don’t need help,” even when I really did. You reached out anyway. You messaged me anyway. You called. You prayed. For that, I remain grateful.


Allowing ourselves to be vulnerable emotionally, especially in a time of crisis, can feel like we are releasing our personal power. And we are. When you let go, you let the stress of the moment go. When we trust God, we learn that faith can sustain us even in our darkest moments.


Matthew 6:25-34 says, "Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food and the body more than clothing?"


In Dr. Jackie’s message last week, she reminded us that we are more than our church house and to keep dreaming about the possibilities that await us. She reminded us that we have the collective power to change lives and make a difference. We are disciples, first and foremost. Give that good news freely and create hope for others. What an amazing gift we have in the power to influence and change outcomes for those who need to hear about grace, mercy, and unconditional love!


I, too, want to be that person for you. I want to encourage and nourish you with hope for our future together. I am in love with our people and am grateful for all the times I’ve been nourished for more than 20 years as a member of Resurrection MCC. Tell me about your hopes and dreams, and let me help you find God’s light, that light that guides your path when you are least able to see it.


God bless you and keep you, and let God’s light shine upon you and give you peace.


Amen.

Suzette Cotto

Online Ministry and Communications

Suzette@Resurrectionmcc.org

THIS WEEK'S SERMON

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UPCOMING PREACHERS

CHURCH FINANCIAL REPORT

CHURCH BOARD NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Board of Directors' News


Please click HERE to read the summary of the 6/24/24 Board meeting, with news about: Pride 2024, ideas presented to the Board by RMCC members, formation of a new stewardship committee, nominations for Board of Directors, cleanup from the June 2024 storm, and more.


The Board of Directors has been elected by the congregation of RMCC to oversee the business and finances of the church. The Board meets monthly, with additional meetings if needed. All are welcome to attend and listen. If you wish to speak to the Board at a meeting, please email Cathleen Sheil-Hopper, Clerk, cathleen@resurrectionmcc.org or Raymond Turner, Vice Moderator, raymond@resurrectionmcc.com, to request that your topic be considered for the agenda.


Next monthly Board Meeting: Monday, July 22, 2024, 6:30 PM in the Conference Room.


Children's Ministry Pictures with Parents


Parents have the opportunity to take a photo with their child(ren) in our Rev Vickey Gibbs Children's wing after service on Sunday, July 28 - Parents' Day. A backdrop will be set up and a finished 4x6 photo will be provided. 


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Next Gen Bowling Outing

Jul 28, 2024

2–5pm


Del Mar Lanes

3020 Mangum Rd



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Finding Home Membership Class


Have you found your church home yet? We would love to have you in our church family. Join us on 7/14 for a new member class and become part of our hopes and dreams for the future.



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Tea Chat with Rev. Mona


Discover the perfect blend of spiritual enlightenment and soulful conversations with our Galatians Tea Sessions! Dive into the depths of Galatians while sipping on a cup of tranquility. Join us as we infuse the essence of spirituality into every sip, guiding you on a journey of self-discovery and reflection. Let's put the 'tea' in spirituality together. Cheers to a harmonious mind, body, and spirit!


PLEASE NOTE: THE CLASS IS CANCELED FOR 7/10

DUE TO THE POWER OUTAGE.


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God Talk: Conversations About Faith, Society and

Self-Love with LBGTQ+ Christians


Weekly Thursdays 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm CST


4/4/24 - 11/21/24


This is a great way for online participants to have conversations!



“God Talk” is another way of saying ‘Theology’, in other words: how we think and talk about Divine Presence. Many LGBTQ+ people have been hurt by oppressive or toxic theology, the kind of messaging that describes God as condemning and cruel. These wide-spread messages are often subtle, perhaps from well-meaning sources, so we don’t even realize how we internalized them. The trauma can run deep! No wonder so many people have difficulty developing a relationship with the Sacred. Resurrection MCC strives to build community to heal those wounds. This group is a safe haven to explore, question and discover how God works in and through us, regardless of who we are or the societal labels we carry. We will discuss our imaginings of the Divine in our lives and hear from people whose partnering with God brings meaning and hope into their lives. We seek to reframe our thinking and expand our imagination to move into a broader understanding of the God of Love. Conversations will be led virtually with Resurrection MCC Online Group leader Carol Kiesling and occasional guest panelists. This is a Zoom meeting. You will receive the Zoom link in an email once you have registered. The link is the same very week. Please note that this forum is recorded and available for replay on YouTube.


Facilitator:

Carol Kiesling (RMCC Ministry Intern from Taos, NM)


Rev. Denise Junious is the Clergy Sponsor.


Have You Joined the Community?


Join the Online Community Facebook Group Here: 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1708269556183327


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THE CHOSEN - Video Discussion Group


On the 2nd and 4th Sunday evening from June 9, 2024 to November 23, 2025, we will gather to view episodes of THE CHOSEN. This group will be led by Larry Ponder and he will provide a short prep prior to the viewing and lead the group in a discussion following the episode for the evening.


A private Facebook group will be maintained for those who wish to continue the discussion after each session. Additionally, links to each video will be posted to the private group for those who miss a session or live out of the area and are unable to attend in person. 


We'll share more information when it is available!

Weekly Online Devotions - "On the Wings of Prayer”

Daily Prayers

by Dr. Kathy Culmer


If you want to connect to our Online Church, join our weekly devotional series on Facebook beginning February 14, 2024! We are embarking upon a new prayer and devotional series that is bound to be both refreshing and reflective of our spiritual values. Written by Dr. Kathy Culmer, On the Wings of Prayer: Daily prayers, thoughts and meditations to lift your spirits, will offer us hope and comfort during a time when so much in our world can make us feel challenged and estranged.


This is a Facebook group dedicated for those individuals who want to connect online for weekly devotions and spiritual connection. The first devotion will be released Wednesday February 14, 2024, and thereafter, a new post will be released weekly through February 2025.


Be sure to access the devotions on Facebook, where you can leave a comment about how each devotion has inspired and encouraged you for the week.


JOIN THE GROUP HERE

Resurrection MCC's Social Justice Ministry is about celebrating the diversity within our church family, giving a voice and outlet of supported advocacy for, and on behalf of members inside our MCC community and the community at large. 


This is achieved through specific ministry campaign development in areas where a need has been identified under the overall scope of Social Justice Ministry.


Current Campaigns include:


  • Voting & Legislative Engagement
  • Civil and human rights issues
  • Local Civic Engagement
  • Advocating for the Marginalized and Oppressed
  • Immigrant Justice
  • Creation Care & Environmental Sustainability
  • Protecting and advancing the rights, dignity and freedom of the LGBTQ community
  • Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities  

Imani Vida Drum Circle


Imani means Faith in Swahili, and Vida means Life in Spanish. We are a group of diverse individuals of the Greater Houston Area who love to come together in community and make music together. We make music through all sorts of percussion instruments...hand drums, shakers, rain sticks and even the sound of foot-stomping music. Drummers of all skill levels are welcome. No prior drumming experience is required to participate in our circle. Dancers are welcome too! We only ask that you bring your desire to be apart of our community drum circle. Meets 1st Saturday of the Month at Resurrection MCC at 1:30 pm. 


For more information, please visit https://www.meetup.com/drummingcircle/

Invitation to Join Bell Choir


You are invited to learn and practice playing the chime instruments. It's an opportunity of delightful celebration in musical expression. Rehearsal times vary. It's helpful if you can read music but not necessary; just as long as you can count & tap your foot simultaneously.


Come with an open heart and a willing spirit! Email Teri@resurrectionmcc.org for more information.


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Join us after service for in-person Brunch Buddies, Sunday, July 14th, after service at Zapvor Thai Spice, 460 W 19th St.

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Join us for virtual Brunch Buddies on Sunday at 12:30 pm at the same restaurant venue as in-person.


Join the Zoom here at 12:30 pm

Toastmasters is every Monday, from 6:30 - 8 pm in the Gathering Place. Impress your clients, your boss, or even a potential employer during your next job interview. Speak with confidence in one-on-one situations and in presentations for groups of 20 to over 200. Surprise yourself by becoming a member of Toastmasters and see how your personal goals will come true. With Toastmasters you will learn by doing as you improve your public speaking skills in a super supportive environment. Join us for our very own Toastmaster Club right here at Resurrection MCC. Contact Horacio Rodriguez at 954-662-4926 or FindYourVoiceToastmaster@gmail.com for details. Toastmasters.org

Weekday Devotional and Prayer is held every weekday at Noon on Zoom. During these virtual gatherings, we participate in a daily devotional, scripture readings, prayer, and a time to check-in with our church family.


Click HERE to launch Zoom at Noon on weekdays.

You'll never know what you're missing until you do it! We have a place for you in our volunteer ministries. What are you good at? What makes you happy? Do you have a skill or talent that will benefit others? Visit our Connect page on the website and learn more about our volunteer opportunities and how to join us!


VISIT THE CONNECT PAGE HERE

You know you love to sing, but worry if you are good enough to sing in a church choir. God thinks so, and so do we! Our choirs and musical groups are more than singing songs. We build deep friendships and a network of others that love doing what you love doing. Join us!


Sanctuary Choir - Traditional church music, more secular and familiar.


Gospel Ensemble - Woven with Gospel music and traditional African themes


Resurrection Choir - Combines modern and traditional music, and sacred genres, combining membership from both Sanctuary Choir and Gospel Ensemble


Practice:

Tuesday evenings 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm for Sanctuary Choir and Gospel Ensemble, and 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm for Resurrection Choir.


Choirs alternate weekend service performances.


For Dance, Theater, and other performance-based ministries, reach out directly to Cassandra White via email.


Contact Cassandra White, Worship Arts Coordinator HERE for more information.

Cold Drinks, a Snack, Books, and More!

The bookstore is open before and after each Sunday church service. Our books are carefully curated to fuel your spirit.
Come on in and say hello. We are happy to have you.

Amazing things happen when we pray for one another in times of grief and celebrate together in times of joy. Send Requests online here: COMPLETE ONLINE FORM or by texting the word RMCCPRAY to 97000. We hope this electronic method will make it quick and easy to communicate the struggles and triumphs you are experiencing in a way that can provide our Pastoral Care Ministers with the information they need to support and encourage you along your journey. The form allows you to provide your name, contact information, the information about your prayer request or celebration, as well as an easy way to request a contact from a Pastoral Care Minister (only if you indicate you'd like a contact). Based on your preferences we can communicate by text, phone, video chat, or even in-person visits when necessary. We want to hear from you!

ASL Service

If you haven't downloaded the church app, it's important that you do! Each time you attend a service in person or virtually, please CHECK IN so we know you were here. Using the church app is easy! You can find detailed instructions here. We hope you will download it and stay connected!

Pride Charities, our partner agency which operates the food pantry at Resurrection MCC, relies on donations and financial support for the food needed to help the 175 families we assist each month. Please consider picking up a few extra cans of canned green beans, canned chili, canned pork and beans, canned peas and canned corn or any of the items found on this list. We are pausing clothes donations until August.

Text Giving is a great way to give electronically. The first time you'd like to give in this way, just text the word GIVE to 281-346-9444. You'll receive a text back asking for the amount of your donation. After you've entered that, you'll receive a link to provide your name, email address, as well as your debit/credit card or bank account information. That's it! And the next time you'd like to give, all you need to do is text a dollar amount to that same phone number, hit send, and you're done! If you'd like to contribute to a special fund, send a text with the words GIVE LIST to 281-346-9444 and you'll receive a reply asking how much you'd like to give, and then another text asking to which of our special funds you'd like your donation applied (i.e. General Gifts & Tithes, Foundation First Activities Building Fund, Texas Winter Storm Relief, Pride Charities Food Pantry, La Casa de Todos).

Rainbow of Hope 🌈Narcotics Anonymous is every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:00 p.m. on our campus in the Gathering Place. This Twelve Step recovery program offers hope and freedom from active addiction in a safe space for the LGBTQ community. This support group meets regularly in order to help one another learn a new way of life through sharing experiences, strength, and hope. All are welcome to come and learn more. For more information, please contact Patrick at 281-908-9729.


re:MIND Depression & Bipolar Support Groups in-person meetings are now on Fridays at 12:00 pm in the Chapel. Online meetings are available at www.supportgroupscentral.com/reMIND. Click ‘Not Yet a Member’ and set up a free user account. Find a meeting and click ‘Register’ to sign up. Please note: If all spots are filled, click ‘Join the Waitlist’. You will receive an email reminder the day before and 15 minutes before your scheduled meeting. Please confirm or cancel. Meeting dates will be updated monthly. If you need assistance signing up please call (888) 799-0907 ext. 2 or email info@remindsupport.org. Spaces are limited so sign up today! Spanish Support Groups are available here.


Overeater’s Anonymous meets Saturdays at 9:30 am in the Chapel and will still offer the zoom meeting on Saturdays at 9:30 am on Zoom. Meeting ID: 402 391 084, Password: 176233. Phone in option (use same Meeting ID as above): +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston).