MCCDC Lobby Slides for Sunday, Feb 9th, 2014

1. WELCOME TO OUR
CELEBRATION!
METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY
CHURCH OF WASHINGTON, DC
FEBRUARY 9, 2014

2. SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE
SCRIPTURE READING:
MATTHEW 5:13-20
CHILDREN’S CHURCH AT 11 AM SERVICE
SPIRITUAL INSTRUCTION:
“THE GROWING EDGE”
Rev. J. Dwayne Johnson

3. TODAY
AT THE INFORMATION
STATION
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PICK-UP YOUR BULLETIN AND VISITOR CARD
COMPLETE YOUR ATTENDANCE CARD
COMPLETE YOUR 2014 STEWARDSHIP FORM
SIGN-UP FOR COMPUTER CLASSES
PURCHASE YOUR MAUTNER PROJECT GALA TICKET
SIGN-UP FOR THE FREDERICK DOUGLASS HOME TOUR AND
FORD’S THEATRE VIOLET MUSICAL
 PANCAKE BREAKFAST WITH THE BOARD AND TRUSTEES AFTER
EACH SERVICE

4. PASTORAL CARE
CORNER
 PRAYER REQUESTS:
 Margaret Vik Andersen, Betty Barnes, Kim Battle, LaTonya Boyd,
Christopher Brown, Jean Castle, Glenn Conrad, Lisa Cordario, Gregory
Cotton, Brenda Dockery, Mark Dunkum, Elaine Durden-Hunter’s mother
Earline, Sherita Evans and son Everett, Dan Ezell’s brother-in-law,
Doug Freeman, Monique Goode, Roberta Hamilton, David Harrell,
Tanya Hartman, Cecelia Hayden-Smith’s niece, Alice Hippe on the
death of her parents, Ruth Ilabor’s brother John, Gwen Inman, Mark
Kelley, Mark Kelley’s mother, Denita Madyun, Virginia Mitchell's son,
James Newkirk’s father and sister, Rev. Harry Patterson, Stan Phillips,
Keith Richardson, Brian Scott’s father, Belinda Shaw’s mother, Esther
Smith, Ethel Turner, Renee Valentine, Juanita Wright, and Rose
Williams in the passing of her daughter, Lorrie.
 If you or someone you know wants to be added, please contact the
church office by noon Tuesday of each week.

5. BLACK HISTORY
MONTH EVENTS
TWO GREAT MCCDC EVENTS
DURING BLACK HISTORY MONTH
 Join your friends at MCCDC February 15 and 16 for two
great events. On Saturday, February 15 at 2pm, we will
take a tour of the Frederick Douglass Home and on
Sunday, February 16 at 2pm, we will take a journey South
for the musical “Violet” at the Ford’s Theatre. The cost for
the two events is $20. You can reserve a spot by going
online to www.mccdc.com/donate or email Rev. Cathy at
RevCathy@mccdc.com. Seats are limited and we must
know by Tuesday, February 11.

6. BLACK HISTORY
MONTH EVENTS
FREDERICK DOUGLASS HOME TOUR
FEBRUARY 15, 2014, 2PM
"I will unite with any one to do right, and with no one to do
wrong!"
Walk the halls of Cedar Hill, home of the famed abolitionist
Frederick Douglass. Born into slavery, Douglass escaped
to spend his life fighting for justice and equality for all
people. His tireless struggle, brilliant words, and inclusive
vision of humanity continue to inspire and sustain people
today.

7. BLACK HISTORY
MONTH EVENTS
FORD’S THEATRE MUSICAL VIOLET
FEBRUARY 16, 2014, 2PM
A touching story of love, hope and healing.
In the early 1960s, a young woman travels across the South
in search of a miracle. On her journey, she meets two young
soldiers who help her learn about courage, beauty and her
own self-worth. Jeanine Tesori (Caroline, or Change, Fun
Home and Thoroughly Modern Millie) returns with a dynamic
score of bluegrass, gospel, country and rock. Directed by
Tony-nominated Jeff Calhoun (Broadway’s Newsies).

8. BLACK HISTORY
MONTH EVENTS
AN MCCDC CELEBRATION OF BLACK
HISTORY MONTH
MARCH 2, 3PM
Each Sunday in February the Worship Arts Ministries will be
celebrating Black History Month through special music and
spoken word. Black History Month with culminate on
Sunday March 2, 3pm with our Celebration of Black History
Month Concert. We will be joined by special guests
B.E.L.I.E.V.E - an ASL (American Sign Language)
performance group.

9. Come Join Us!!!!
February Bible Study- Lead by Veronica Franklin
One Day My Soul Just Opened Up: 40 Days and 40 Nights Towar
Spiritual Strength and Personal Growth Hardcover
by Iyanla Vanzant (Author)
From Iyanla Vanzant, the star of the hit OWN network series Iyanla: Fix My Life!,
One Day My Soul Just Opened Up is a program of inspiration and motivation that
will help you work through problems and improve your emotional and spiritual
health.
Through exercises and readings, Iyanla provides you with the tools to tap into
your strengths and make your dreams come true. One Day My Soul Just Opened
Up will open your mind, heart, and soul to the truth of your identity as a creative
and powerful being.
Get your copy at www. Amazon.com

10. BOARD INFORMATION
The January 2014 Board Meeting
Minutes are now posted on the MCCDC
website: mccdc.com and the Church
Bulletin Board

11. GLOBAL MINISTRY PARTNERSHIP CONCEPT
MCCDC
ICM
Santo
Domingo
Future
Global
Ministry MCC
Partnership

12. JOIN THE MCCDC
STEWARDSHIP TEAM
Stewardship means investing
your time, talent and treasure. If
you have a generous heart,
creative ideas, and a willingness
to serve, we are looking for you!
Please contact Rev. Cathy
Alexander for more information:
RevCathy@mccdc.com or 202638-7373.

13. MEMBERSHIP CLASS TODAY!!
If you would like to become
a new MCCDC member,
this is your opportunity!
Membership Class will be held
on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9,
12:30-2:30 PM.

14. MICROSOFT CLASSES
The Older Adults Ministry
invites you to learn the
essentials of MS Word and
word processing.
Please sign up at the
Information Station!

15. READY TO CARE?
WILLING TO SERVE?
The PASTORAL CARE MINISTRY
is looking for support. If you are
interested, please consider
attending the informational
meeting on
MARCH 6, 7 PM.

16. MAUTNER PROJECT GALA
MCCDC will be a Ruby Red Sponsor at the Mautner
Project Gala. The Gala will be held at the JW Marriott
on March 8, 2014. MCCDC has 10 tickets ($250 each).
Proceeds will go to paying the sponsorship costs.
Please contact Mark Kornmann to purchase your
ticket or if you require more information.

17. THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING
SERVICES TODAY!
NEXT WEEK AT MCCDC:
 CHOIR REHEARSAL – MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 6:30 PM
 MOVING SPIRIT – TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 6 PM
 BIBLE STUDY – TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 7 PM
 COMPUTER TRAINING-SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 10AM

18. MCCDC
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OF WASHINGTON, DC
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HAVE A GREAT WEEK!