THE MESSENGER
November 7, 2011
For the congregation of the Metropolitan Memorial Cooperative Parish
Volume XXI, No. 11 www.nationalchurch.org
Metropolitan Memorial, St. Luke’s, and Wesley United Methodist Churches
GIFTED TO GIVE
Towards the end of his life, John Wesley was concerned about the state of his Methodist revival. On one level, it is hard to understand his concern, because the movement had caught on like wildfire in England, Ireland, and America. Souls were being saved, and the country was being transformed in powerful ways. Methodists were at the forefront of virtually every social justice effort at work: prison reform, abolition, child labor reform, temperance. And yet, at the same time that all of this amazing work was being done, Wesley wrote: “I am not afraid that the people called Methodists should ever cease to exist either in Europe or America. But I am afraid, lest they should only exist as a dead sect, having the form of religion without the power…” The cause of Wesley’s concern was that the movement that had started among the poor and marginalized of his day was becoming a movement of the middle-class and affluent. Wesley was worried that financial comfort would undermine the passionate love of God that was at the heart of Methodism. “I fear, wherever riches have increased, (exceeding few are the exceptions,) the essence of religion, the mind that was in Christ, has decreased in the same proportion. Therefore do I not see how it is possible, in the nature of things, for any revival of true religion to continue long.” Wesley’s solution to this problem was that Methodists should “give all they can,” so as to keep a healthy perspective on their wealth and to understand that it is all a gift from God. God has indeed blessed us very richly in our Metropolitan community. And we have used those gifts to engage in many powerful ministries to our community. This year has been an exciting one for us as ministries have grown in each of our “Pillars”: Praising, Learning, Serving, Caring, and Sharing. Our Stewardship effort this year has focused on discerning how we each might use our gifts and talents for building these ministries. Our financial giving makes all of this work possible; but more than that, it open us up to the movement of God’s Holy Spirit in new and powerful ways. Wesley understood that healthy financial giving was essential to spiritual renewal. And while I understand that Wesley’s level of giving may be extreme (he was giving away 95% of his income when he wrote this essay!), we can probably all do more than we are, and more than we think we can. As you reflect on your gift to God’s work for the coming year, I would like to make a couple of requests. The first is to pledge. Many of you give without pledging, and I am, of course, very grateful for your gifts. But something changes when we make a specific commitment (this is true in many areas of our lives!), and we engage in the discipline with a new sense of its importance. The second request is to stretch. Whether we’re exercising, or learning a new musical piece, growth comes when we stretch ourselves. Likewise, you will find that your spiritual life grows more powerfully when you stretch your financial giving. John Wesley’s concerns about the health of his movement are more true today than when he wrote about them 225 years ago. The growth of our church’s ministry, and the growth of our spiritual life, are fueled by our willingness to give of ourselves. Let’s embrace this season of stewardship with renewed vigor and commitment, as we seek to be the community that God has created us to be! Blessings,
Charlie
Submit your 2012 Pledge Online To make your pledge electronically go to surveymonkey.com/s/ mypledge and complete the form. You can also find it at nationalchurch.org.
Celebrate Commitment Sunday! Sunday, November 20 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Worship
LIFE AT METROPOLITAN MEMORIAL COOPERATIVE PARISH Congratulations!
We congratulate our members who have had a very busy and rewarding Fall! Happy Anniversary Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary to Linda and John Derrick who celebrated their golden anniversary on October 14. Congratulations •Rev. Dr. Charles Parker, was honored as a recipient of the Benjamin E. Cooper “Visionary Award” presented by the Community Council for the Homeless at Friendship Place (CCHFP) on October 24. This award recognizes Dr. Parker’s extraordinary leadership in DC’s non-profit community, building effective innovative partnerships working toward the vision of a city free of hunger and homelessness.
•Terry Snead, a frequent worshiper and participant at Metropoli-
tan, was honored with the “Empowerment Award” by the Community Council for the Homeless at Friendship Place. Formerly homeless, and a past resident of both St. Luke’s Shelter and Metropolitan House, Terry now devotes his energy to raising awareness about homelessness through his participation in CCHFP’s speaker’s bureau, board, and consumer’s council. Have exciting news to share?! Contact Jeff Clouser, jclouser@nationalchurch.org or 202.363.4900, ext. 23.
Charge Conference November 10, 7 p.m., Great Hall The Metropolitan Memorial Cooperative Parish will hold its annual Charge Conference led by Rev. Evan Young, Superintendent, Greater Washington District, on Thursday, November 10, at 7 p.m. This will be held as a “Church Conference,” meaning that all are invited to attend and all members can vote.
New Member Session Sunday, November 13, 10:10 a.m., Fireplace Room Interested in becoming a member of Metropolitan? Join us for our new member session every Second Sunday of the month, where we will discuss the membership vows, the theology of the vows, expectations, and interest and passions of potential members. Our next session will be on Sunday, November 13. This is an open session, but RSVP’s are encouraged. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Rev. Jimmy Sherrod, jsherrod@nationalchurch.org. Prayer Shawl Ministry Tuesday, November 15, 1:30 p.m. Sunday, November 20, 12:30 p.m. Join us for a time of knitting, crocheting, fellowship, ministry and fun! Questions? Contact Annette Fletchall at 301.216.5470. 32nd Annual InterFaith Concert Tuesday, November 15, 7:30 p.m., National Cathedral You are invited to the 32nd Annual InterFaith Concert featuring the Hindu and Jain, Jewish, Latter-day Saint, Protestant, and Sikh faith communities, a combined choir and the Washington Revels! Tickets are $15 and $30. Special packages are offered for groups of 10 or more. Donors of just $60 or more are listed in the concert program. To order tickets, go to tickets.cathedral.org. Question? Call 202.234.6300. Monday Evening Book Club Monday, November 21, 7:30 p.m., Library The Metropolitan Book Club is in “full swing” and we invite you to join us! Barbara Gaskill will lead our next discussion on November 21 of Ameen Rihani’s, The Book of Khalid.” Questions? Contact Suzanne Clewell, reader1021@aol.com or Joan Topalian, JTopa62045@aol.com. November AARP Meeting Monday, November 21, 12:30 p.m., Vestry Please join us on Monday, November 21 in the Vestry. Dr. Anthony Cordaro, a foot and ankle surgeon and the head of the National Capital Foot and Ankle Center, will be our speaker. Social time is at 12:30 p.m., and the meeting starts at 1:00. Refreshments will be served.
All Saints Sunday Sunday, November 6 On All Saints Sunday, we honored those who have passed away. The names of the Saints were read aloud in chronological order according to the date of death since last All Saints Sunday.
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Prayer for the Saints We bless your holy name, O God, for all your servants, who, having finished their course, now rest from their labors. Give us grace to follow the examples of their steadfastness and faithfulness, to your honor and glory, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. We Remember... 07/23/2011 Evelyn Bull 05/04/2011 Carolyn R. Nelson Frances Irene Fort 11/07/2010 07/28/2011 Annabelle Cochran 05/24/2011 Dave Kokus Aini Wartiainen Howe 11/21/2010 Douglas Clayton Turnage 06/05/2011 Virginia Lucille Merchant 08/07/2011 Jeanne L. Ellis 12/01/2010 Ethelyn Nelson 06/15/2011 John Underwood Raymond 09/22/2011 Bill Paul Rickey 12/04/2011 10/04/2011 Florence S. W. Chan 06/20/2011 Anna George Stewart D. Nelson 12/26/2010 10/05/2011 Jane Hodges 06/21/2011 Ann Whisenhunt Otto Ungar 01/02/2011 10/06/2011 Wanda Van Vliet 06/29/2011 Frank Koch Jane Riley 01/12/2011 10/08/2011 Reginald C. Augustine 06/30/2011 D. Whitney Coe Mary Irons 02/12/2011 10/12/2011 Alice Virginia Marschat 07/18/2011 Sylvia Ileen Clements Carol Virginia Gillis 03/17/2011 Charles Taylor Manatt 07/22/2011 Betsy Linn Bowman 04/05/2011 Elmer Boyd Staats 07/22/2011 Elizabeth Kinghorn 04/21/2011
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LIFE AT METROPOLITAN MEMORIAL COOPERATIVE PARISH (CONT.) Interested in becoming a Member?! Would you like to know more about our community of faith? Are you thinking of becoming a member of Metropolitan Memorial? Join us for these opportunities to learn more about our community of faith! Getting to Know Us Sunday, December 4, 10:10 a.m. You are invited to join us in the Welcome Center (just outside the sanctuary) for an orientation to our church. During this 45 minute session, we will introduce you to our parish, its ministries, and tours of the church will be offered. Questions? Contact Rev. Jimmy Sherrod, jsherrod@nationalchurch.org or 202.363.4900, ext. 24.
New Member Session Sunday, December 11, 10:10 a.m., Fireplace Room Join us for our new member session every Second Sunday of the month, where we will discuss the membership vows, the theology of the vows, expectations, and interest and passions of potential members. Our next session will be on Sunday, December 11. This is an open session, but RSVP’s are encouraged. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Rev. Jimmy Sherrod, jsherrod@nationalchurch.org or 202.363.4900, ext. 24.
THE ARTS AT METROPOLITAN MEMORIAL COOPERATIVE PARISH
Jubilee Majestic Concert Choir Sunday, November 13, 4:30 p.m., Wesley UMC (5312 Conn. Ave., N.W.) Wesley United Methodist Church and Vocal Success, Ltd. presents the Jubilee Majestic Concert Choir, under the direction of Dr. Kirdell Minor. Majestics have performed internationally and throughout the US and they have five albums to their credit. In their 55 year history they have performed at schools, churches, hospitals, nursing homes, on Broadway musicals, television and radio stations and throughout the Nation’s Capital. The event is to benefit the music program at Wesley, which produces community wide events such as the popular Jazz @ Wesley series and numerous multicultural special events. Tickets are $15 and include dinner following the concert. Tickets are available at Wesley UMC on Sundays from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. and at the door on November 13. For more information call 202.415.5000.
The Advent 2011 Choral Offering: MESSIAH Sunday, December 11, 11:15 a.m. The Metropolitan Oratorio Choir will offer the Christmas portion of Handel’s beloved oratorio, MESSIAH, on Sunday, December 11 during the 11:15 a.m. worship service. MESSIAH will be performed with choir, soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone soloists, 10-piece baroque orchestra, and organ. The service will conclude with the glorious Hallelujah Chorus from the end of Part II of the oratorio. Everyone who desires to be a part of the choir is invited to Thursday evening rehearsals from 8 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. in the music room located in the Anne D. Dougherty Music Suite on the lower level of the education building. Soprano, alto, tenor, and bass voice parts are needed. Childcare can be provided. Questions? Contact Bruce Caviness, Organist/Choirmaster, 202.363.4900, ext. 15.
Art in Our Sanctuary “The Reredos” When new members inquire about the origin of our 10' X 30' chancel tapestry (the Reredos behind the altar), long-time members respond with a compelling story. Whether conceptualizing its possibility, needlepointing its vast surface design, advising tolerable weight limits for its structural components, disseminating enthusiastic comments about its symbolic content, participating in its finishing procedures, or orchestrating its installation, scores and scores of our long-time members participated in its making. This tapestry, along with our chancel pew cushions and furniture seats and backs, are the work of members of our church family. All were designed by Catherine Kapikian, founder and Director Emeritus of the Henry Luce III Center for the Arts and Religion at Wesley Theological Seminary. Enjoy other works of participatory aesthetics by this artist on her website at catherinekapikian.com.
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The Metro Players Present
Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry Friday, November 18 - 8 p.m., Saturday, November 19 - 5 p.m., Sunday, November 20 - 2 p.m. Tickets: $10/Adults and $5/Students Join us for a fun escape the weekend before Thanksgiving, prior to all the craziness of the holiday season. Bob Benn makes his directorial debut with Metro Players and offers us his version of “Driving Miss Daisy.” This is a story of great love and patience that takes 25 years to unfold. You’ll recognize Miss Daisy, our very own perfect southern lady, Beverly Fleming. Her son Boolie, is played by our resident thespian minister, Jimmy Sherrod and Miss Daisy’s driver Hoke, is played by Larry Jenkins, a new recruit to the Players. The story spans a quarter of a century in the lives of its characters from 1948, when Miss Daisy’s son decides it is time she stop driving herself and employ a chauffeur, to 1973 when two old people acknowledge that a bond has grown between them. Hoke’s unflagging patience is what ultimately wins their war of stubbornness. Although Miss Daisy considers herself a Southern Jewish liberal, she is not always quick to see the connections between an attack on her local synagogue and the Klan’s attacks on black churches. Even on a trip to see Martin Luther King speak, it never occurs to her to invite Hoke. This is a timeless story of enduring friendship; an event not to be missed. The play is suitable for those of all ages. It is a longish (75 minute) one act play; join us for refreshments afterward. Invite your neighbors, invite your friends and come along for a “ride” with Miss Daisy.
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
“Pregnant with Possibilities” A Mini Retreat November 19th, 9 a.m. - Noon, Great Hall Take some time to reflect and refresh during Advent before the holiday season is in full swing. During our morning of quiet, fellowship and exploration, we’ll contemplate what is waiting to be born through us. Like Mary, we are all called to something greater than ourselves, and the thought of this being revealed makes us feel both excited and anxious. Maybe it’s life-changing, or maybe it’s a dream we’ve had to do something new. We will tell stories, write in journals and spend time with our sisters, exploring what is inside us waiting to be revealed. Who knows what could break forth in 2012?! For more information, contact Jayne Mardock, jemardock@yahoo.com or 301.466.6810.
United Methodist Women Recognition Luncheon Sunday, December 11 12:30 p.m., Great Hall We are delighted to announce that four outstanding women have been selected for special recognition at our annual recognition event in December. As always, there are many women in our church who contribute in countless ways. The four women we will recognize this year are Angela Gildner, Karen Howard, Addie Owen, and Sue Roach. Each one of these women has made significant contributions to our church, our community, and beyond. We look forward to hearing more about their achievements at the Recognition Luncheon on Sunday, December 11. In addition, we will welcome new UMW members, recognize babies born in our church family, as well as honor the lives of women in our church family who have passed away within the past year. All are welcome to attend. Cost is $8 per person, guests are free. No RSVP is necessary. It promises to be a special day of celebration for all United Methodist Women!
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Caring and Learning Soup and Study November 9, December 14, 6 p.m. On the 2nd and 4th Wednesday evenings, we will eat a light dinner together at 6 p.m. in the Vestry, followed by a variety of fellowship and learning opportunities beginning at 7 p.m. Join us for Soup and then attend one of the following opportunities:
Metropoiltan’s Visitor Care Bible Study with Rev. Dr. Charles Parker: Each Sunday Dr. If you know someone in the congregation who would enjoy a visit, Parker bases his sermons on particular Biblical texts. Come and or you would like to become a visitor corp member, contact Rev. explore the Scriptures for every other week in more depth. (Great Drema McAllister-Wilson, dwilson@nationalchurch.org. Hall) Faith and Film: View the premiere of “Forgiveness,” a documentary by Journey Films. (Choir Room) Caregiver’s Support Group: Facilitated by Rev. Barbara Green and Rev. Drema McAllister-Wilson in the Great Hall. Caregiving is not easy; however, with support from others, we can be strengthened for the journey and help one another. If you are caring for a spouse, a parent, a child, a family member or friend, join us as we share our experiences with one another. If you need someone to stay with your family member while you are attending this group, please contact Rev. Barbara Green, bgreen@nationalchurch.org or Rev. Drema McAllister-Wilson, dwilson@nationalchurch.org. (Parlor) Childcare for children through 5th grade and study hall for youth available. Come just for supper and fellowship if you like. Questions? Contact Rev. Barbara Green, bgreen@nationalchurch.org, or Rev. Drema McAllister-Wilson, dwilson@nationalchurch.org.
Transporation on Sunday Mornings If you need transportation to church, or would like to volunteer to drive, please contact Rev. Drema McAllister-Wilson, dwilson@nationalchurch.org; 202.363.4900 ext. 19
Wellness Day at Iona Tuesday, November 15, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Iona Senior Services (4125 Albemarle Street, NW) Memory Screening Are you concerned about your memory or do you feel you’re at risk for developing memory loss? Come to Iona for a free memory screening, find out more about memory loss and what to do about it. An Iona social worker or nurse will meet privately with you, and the screening takes 20 minutes.
What is a Support Team? Attend an Information Session! Have you ever said “call me if I can help” to someone experiencing illness or difficulty and did they call you? Although you left the door open, you probably never received a call. Other situations you hear of have a group rallying around to successfully help. That successful group could be a support team. A support team is a group of volunteers organized to provide practical, emotional, and spiritual support to persons with health concerns or other special needs. Part of the success of a support team depends on connecting what people like to do with the needs of others. This coordinated approach allows volunteers to enjoy helping others in the time frame they can realistically give. To learn more and consider whether you would like to participate in this ministry watch for information sessions sponsored by the Wellness Committee. If your small group or Sunday School Class would like an information session, please contact contact Rev. Drema McAllister-Wilson, dwilson@nationalchurch.org or 202.363.4900, ext. 19 or Susan Roach, susanroach@verizon.net.
Flu Shot Clinic Free with Medicare Part B, or $30. Conducted by registered nurses. Free Trial Fitness Classes Designed for all fitness levels. Led by Iona’s experienced instructors: Gerri Carpenter, Dave Reynolds, and Judi Sugarman. 9:30-10 a.m. - Strength, Balance and Posture 10:30-11:15 a.m. - Discussion Group 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. - Improving Strength and Coordination 12:30-1 p.m. - Strength, Balance and Posture 1:00-1:30 p.m. - Total Workout 1:30-2:00 p.m. - Dance Into Fitness 2:15-2:45 p.m. - Improving Strength and Coordination Q&A About Health and Wellness Talk with doctors or nurse educators from The Sibley Physician Group about health and wellness. No Appointment Necessary. Call 202.895.9448 for more information.
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Service and Advocacy Get Connected - Serve Now! Get Connected with our new online volunteer scheduling system lotsahelpinghands. It makes it easier than ever for you to get connected and sign up for many of our parish’s ongoing service activities. Go to lotsahelpinghands.com/c/622058/login and serve now!
Show Your Support for Affordable Housing Monday, December 5 Just your presence will make a difference! Please join your friends, neighbors and fellow Metropolitan congregants on December 5 for this Washington Interfaith Network rally at Metropolitan AME Church at the corner of 15th and M streets, NW. Homeless Walk Raises More than $22,000 for Metropolitan House The annual Tyler Rusch Homeless Walk, held on Sunday, October 16, raised more than $22,000 to support the operations of Metropolitan House, one of our parish’s onsite homeless shelters. This total exceeded last year’s walk by more than ten percent, despite the fact that no bonuses were available through the Fannie Mae Foundation this year. Many thanks go to the 140 children, youth, and adults at Metropolitan and Crossroads who registered for the walk as well as many sponsors and donors.
At 7 p.m. this historic sanctuary, where Frederick Douglass preached, will be packed with over 2,000 citizens from WIN-related churches. And we want 100 of those to be from the Metropolitan Cooperative Parish. Our presences will show Mayor Gray and city leaders that they need to put affordable housing, and especially supportive housing for homeless persons, back on the city’s agenda. For the 2012 city budget, WIN fought to retain the 3 mechanisms the city has had in place for years to generate funds to build and maintain affordable housing. All three were either eliminated or had their funds transferred to other uses. These actions are broken promises and we will only get our leaders’ attention if they see that citizens will hold them accountable. WIN will also be asking the city to take more action to reduce the high rate of unemployment in the city. Please mark your calendars for Monday, December 5. And ask your friends and neighbors to join you. For more information, contact Linda Davenport (lindadavenport@comcast.net) or Ann Michel (amichel@wesleyseminary.edu.) If you would like to carpool from the church, plan to be in the church parking lot by 6:00 pm.
Holidays in the Metropolitan House Shelter The coming season can be very lonely for those who do not have family in the area. The Metropolitan House Board is asking you to prayerfully consider inviting 2-3 men in our shelter for Thanksgiving dinner. It can be difficult to find a place to spend the day when public spaces are closed. Last year, the Gildner’s opened their home to the men and found it to be a very meaningful experience which led to an on-going relationship with one man in particular. You may need to provide transportation for the men to and from the church. We are also looking for a volunteer(s) to spend Christmas afternoon with the men so they don’t need to leave for the day. The time would be from 2:00-6:30 p.m. The morning is covered. Please call Leigh Rollins at 202-365-8739 or email at Leighs_beads@hotmail.com for more information.
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Campus Ministries New AU Campus Ministry Outreach Coordinator Metropolitan Memorial welcomes our new Pastoral Associate for Campus Outreach, Caleb Frazier. Caleb is an M. Div. student at Wesley Theological Seminary and has experience as a youth leader and an interest in campus ministry. Caleb will be working to strengthen the link between Metropolitan Memorial and American University. Learn more about Caleb in the December issue of “The Messenger!”
Children’s Ministries Third Annual Evening in Advent Sunday, December 4, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Bring your families and friends (all ages welcome) and join us for an amazing evening of fun, food, fellowship and Christmas spirit. This is a great opportunity to invite a friend or neighbor to church. We will be joined by members of our Brighter Day Ministries as we continue to find ways to connect our congregations. The afternoon kicks off with craft activities for all ages in the Vestry – we’ll have some old time favorites — frosting sugar cones and decorating as Christmas trees, and preparing “Bags of Grace” for Friendship Place as well as a variety of new crafts, such as candle-making, tin ornaments, and more. And, new this year, “A Shopping Mall” for kids to shop for parents and special adults. The youth of our church will provide wonderful guidance to all our children. If you just love the smell of pine and love the greenery of the season, join our flower committee in the greening of the sanctuary. We’ll be hanging wreaths and greens both indoors and out. Many helping hands will make this a fun group event. By now, we are sure you’ve worked up quite an appetite so we will have a shared meal and sing favorite Christmas carols and songs. Please bring your favorite Christmas cookies to share! For more information, or if you’d like to help, please contact Anita Seline at aseline@nationalchurch.org or Pat House at phouse@nationalchurch.org. Wish List for the Evening in Advent:
•Baby food jars, with lids •Children’s socks, the smaller the better •Aluminum pie tins •New or gently used gifts for our children’s shopping mall.
•Bag of Grace contents such as water bottles, granola bars
and snacks, chapstick, travel size lotions and soaps, gum, socks •Items can be dropped off at the church office, attention Anita Seline.
SAVE THE DATE! Upcoming Parenting Classes! Metropolitan Nursery School Parenting Education Series 2011-12 Tuesday, November 8, 7 p.m., Library The Metropolitan Nursery School is excited to offer a series of parenting classes led by Meghan Leahy, a parent coach and mother of three, and former teacher and school counselor. On November 8, Meghan will discuss “Preventing Power Struggles and Creating Cooperation.” A chief complaint, kids can be powerful and will let you know this fact at inopportune moments. Learn how children think and how to create more “yes” moments. For more information go to positivelyparenting.com. Inspired Parenting Sunday, November 20, 10 a.m., Fireplace Room Inspired Parenting is a monthly informal gathering of parents who come together to discuss issues of family and faith, to swap ideas, and offer support. Join us on Sunday, November 20 in the Fireplace Room for this month’s topic, “Discipline: what works and what doesn’t.”
Sunday, November 20 Commitment Sunday, Children’s Choirs sing. Sunday, November 27 - Sign up for your part in the Christmas Eve Family Service. 2nd floor bulletin board. Sunday, Dec. 4. An Evening in Advent, crafts, service projects, dinner, and worship.
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Our Mission
Building an inclusive, caring Christian community that invites others into a deepening relationship with God and challenges them to grow as disciples for the transformation of the world.
Our Vision
Extending radical hospitality, transforming lives, and pursuing justice.
Reconciling Statement
Metropolitan Memorial United Methodist Church affirms that all individuals are of sacred worth without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, education, marital circumstances, economic status, physical and mental condition, or criminal history. We declare ourselves in support of the reconciling movement and welcome the full participation in the church of gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgendered persons and their families, as a reflection of God’s unconditional love. At the same time, we recognize differences of opinion on issues of sexuality and seek to journey together in faith toward greater understanding and mutual respect.
PASTORAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF - 3401 Nebraska Avenue, NW, DC - 202.363.4900 www.nationalchurch.org - Pastoral Emergency Number - 202.510.8555 Rev. Dr. Charles Parker –– Senior Pastor, ext. 11, cparker@nationalchurch.org Rev. Drema McAllister-Wilson — Minister of Congregational Care, ext. 19, dwilson@nationalchurch.org Rev. Jimmy Sherrod — Associate Pastor, ext. 24, jsherrod@nationalchurch.org Rev. Kate Murphey — Associate Pastor, ext. 21, kmurphey@nationalchurch.org Emily Bagwell — Associate Director of Youth Ministries, ebagwell@nationalchurch.org Bruce Caviness — 11a.m. Organist-Choirmaster, ext. 15, bcaviness@nationalchurch.org Jeff Clouser — Director of Communications and Outreach, ext. 23, jclouser@nationalchurch.org Dona Collary — Director of Finance, ext. 18, dcollary@nationalchurch.org Casey Elliott — Dayspring Choir Director and 9 a.m. Worship Leader, ext. 12, celliott@nationalchurch.org Barbara Green – Director of Learning, ext. 25, bgreen @nationalchurch.org Patrisha House — Director of Worship, Music and Arts, ext. 28, phouse@nationalchurch.org Bill Potts –– Executive Director of Operations, ext. 17, wpotts@nationalchurch.org Rafael Reyes — Director of Building and Grounds, ext. 20, rreyes@nationalchurch.org Anita Seline — Director of Children’s Ministries, ext. 22, aseline@nationalchurch.org Helen Simon - Executive Assistant to Dr. Parker, ext. 10, hsimon@nationalchurch.org Linda Smith — Director of Nursery School, 202.362.8746, lsmith@nationalchurch.org
THE MESSENGER is published by: The Metropolitan Memorial Cooperative Parish Metropolitan Memorial, St. Luke’s, and Wesley United Methodist Churches Metropolitan Memorial - 3401 Nebraska Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20016 Tel: 202.363.4900 Fax: 202.686.2056 E-Mail: jclouser@nationalchurch.org website: http://www.nationalchurch.org St. Luke’s Campus - 3655 Calvert Street N.W., Washington, DC 20007 Wesley United Methodist Church - 5312 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20015 NEXT ISSUE: December 12, 2011 NEXT DEADLINE: Noon on December 6, 2011