| A Tribute to Our Pastor |
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Last Sunday, we celebrated 31 years of Pastoral Leadership. View the video tribute. |
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WORSHIP SERVICES |
Miracle Plaza
96 Harry S Truman Drive Largo, MD
Of Cemeteries and Insane Asylums
Dr. Jesse L. Wood
6:00 P.M.
COMMUNION SUNDAY
October 26, 2008
Dr. H. Beecher Hicks, Jr.
7:45 & 11:00 A.M.
TUESDAY PRAYER & PRAISE
October 28, 2008
Something from Heaven
Rev. Adriane Blair Wise
7:00 P.M. (Retreat) | |
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| Greetings! |
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Dear Metropolitan,
 This Sunday, we celebrate our Lord's Supper to remember the sacrifice of our savior. . . After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this cup, ye do shew the Lord's death till he come (1 Corinthians 11:25).
Pastor Hicks will preach both services.
Kirk Whalum to visit Metropolitan
The Metropolitan Music Ministry guest artist for their Christian Artists Live in Worship series will be Grammy, Stellar, and Dove nominated saxophonist Kirk Whalum who has a limited pre-release of his new cd, "The Gospel According to Jazz: Chapter 3." Chapters 2 and 3 were both critically acclaimed gospel cd's.
 Mr. Whalum grew up in the church. According to his bio "having grown up a "pastor's kid," it's not surprising to learn that Kirk's warm, melodic sound was birthed in the Baptist church."
Don't miss this opportunity to hear him live.
See you on Sunday!
Your Metropolitan Baptist Church Family
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| The Commitment to Stewardship |
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It does not require great learning to be a great steward. It requires only an honest heart and a willingness to obey God. Consider this, if we don't make our offerings according to our income, God may make our income according to our offering.
Now wouldn't that be something!
Excerpted from It's All Yours by Dr. Winfred M. Hope. |
| A Season of Thanksgiving |
For 21 days we fasted and prayed and sought the Lord for direction and clarity as we Repositioned ourselves for Transition. Dr. Maurice Watson ministered to our souls during our Fall Revival and reminded us to trust God for a BREAKTHROUGH! Metropolitan, now IT'S TIME for us to Thank God for answering our prayers! Download the Season of Thanksgiving Prayer Watches Now!
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| In the News |
Metropolitan Member James Burrell Fought to Help
 Metropolitan member James Burrell was featured in the Washington Post recently for trying to help a disabled man who died before the city approved funding for his care.
Mr. Johnson's case began with the help of James Burrell, 78, a retiree who worked in an AARP outreach program. In 1989, the former Department of Defense worker volunteered with AARP and was assigned to help the man and his mother with paperwork and bills.
When the man's mother died in 1993, it was clear that the government would have to step in because the man had no other relatives. Burrell made some calls and kept helping the man while awaiting answers, he said. Read more. . .
Rev. Brenda Girton-Mitchell Interviewed by Reuters
Rev. Brenda Girton Mitchell was quoted in Reuters article about the Obama presidency:
 Baptist preacher and Obama backer Brenda Girton-Mitchell, 60, said she had enough faith "in the human psyche" to believe that Obama would prevail over McCain.
But she echoes blacks across the country when she notes that polls have fooled them before, citing the famous case of Tom Bradley, an African American who narrowly lost the 1982 California governor's election despite leading in polls. Read the full story. . .
Metropolitan Builder Mourned
 Robert Furman (Furman Brothers), the general contractor for the construction of the current Metropolitan Baptist Church building recently passed away at the age of 93. He was a kind gentleman who had great affection for the church and for the pastor. We are saddened by this loss.
For more than 60 years, Robert Furman lived a quiet life in the Washington suburbs as a businessman with a successful building and contracting company.
He was an engineer who had worked on a large construction project as a young man -- few people knew exactly how large -- and used his early experience to build the Potomac Mills Mall in Prince William County, the Metropolitan Baptist Church in Washington, the U.S. Embassy in Nicaragua and hundreds of other structures. Read more. . . |
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Ministry Announcements |
 What Happens When God Pours Out FRESH POWER?Tuesday Night Prayer and Praise and Saturday Largo Worship services have a new teaching/preaching focus. Don't miss these Holy Ghost inspired preaching & teaching moments!
Saturday, October 25, Of Cemeteries and Insane Asylums
Dr. Jesse L. Wood (Largo)
Tuesday, October 28 Something from Heaven
Rev. Adriane B. Wise (Retreat)
View the full schedule!
Are you interested in outreach? Are you excited about missions, both local and global?Please join the Union Missionary Council, the Street Ministry, and the AIDS Ministry in a collaborative Outreach Summit as we partner with local churches to discuss effective outreach efforts on TOMORROW Saturday, October 25, 2008 from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. in the Retreat. Our theme is "Blessed be the Tie That Binds," which acknowledges our need to work together to serve God's people here and abroad. The keynote speaker will be Dr. David Goatley of the Lott Carey Foreign Mission Convention. Refreshments will be served. Download the registration form.
Fall CDI Classes Have Begun!
Our theme is MINISTRY MOBILIZATION: Reposition for Transition. You may sign up for an ongoing Bible Study or Sunday School Class or register for special seminars. The session is from October 18th to December 20, 2008. Download the course schedule now.
Get Your Girl Scout Calendars this Sunday!
 Calendars will be available after both services and come in three sizes: Wall ($5.00); pocket planner ($4.00); and day planner ($7.00). A high quality, full-color Girl Scout Calendar is the perfect item to help you stay organized or to give as gifts. All calendars are printed in full color on heavy weight, durable paper. Proceeds will support a Girl Scout camping trip in November and ski trip in January. Get more information about the calendars!
Calling All Teens and Parents
Please join the College and Career/Young Adult Ministry (CCYAM) for "Conversations with CCYAM" on Sunday, October 26, 2008 immediately after the 11:00 A.M. service in the Retreat. Invited guests will represent news media, sports and entertainment law, music recording, journalism, congressional scholarships and intenships and science & technolgy. Take advantage of this great oportunity to ask questions, fellowship, network and sign-up for mentee/mentor opportunities. For further information contact Minister Wanda Elliott at: MinisterElliott@gmail.com or (202) 210-6120.
Featured Guests Are:
George Jefferson, Director of Job Placement & Student Services for Omega Recording Studios' School of Applied Recording Arts and Sciences
Ervin Johnson, Congressional Black Caucus Scholarship Coordinator Shai Littlejohn, Author and General Counsel for Washington, DC Sports Entertainment Commission Craig Melvin, Weekend Anchor for NBC News 4 Eric Thomas, Executive Federal Consultant and Entrepreneur
Joe Corbi' Pizza Kits and Desserts for Sale
 Is your freezer stocked for the cold winter months, or for the Christmas and football seasons? If not, Pastor's Partners Ministry will be taking orders for Joe Corbi's delicious pizza kits, cookie dough, and other desserts through Sunday, November 16, 2008, after both the 7:45 and 11:00 A.M. worship services. Locations: Vestibule, K-Hall, and Plaza. Contact: Doris Hall, 301-292-5423; Earnestine Taylor, 202-234-3199 or Tina Brooks, 301-439-2110. Proceeds from these sales will assist the Ministry in purchasing furnishings for the Pastor's new office in Largo.
New Session for Health Watch 2008
It is not too late to sign up for the fall semester of fitness classes. The new session of classes will start Wednesday October 22 - November 15. Classes include Core Training (Largo) Cardio Kick Boxing (R Street), Step Aerobics I (Largo), and Step Aerobics II (Largo). Click here for more information or to register online.
Hallelujah Night 2008!
Join the Children and Youth Ministries for a night of family fun (ages 13 and under) on October 31 from 7:00 - 9:00 P.M., at R Street Ministries. Candy and healthy, individually wrapped treat donations can be dropped off at Children's Church. Volunteers are also needed. For more information contact Min. Kamilah Woods, kwoods2768@aol.com. CAPI Training Rescheduled The October 13th CAPI class (CE108) has been rescheduled for Monday, November 3 from 7:00 - 8:00 P.M. at Miracle Plaza. This will be the last continuing education class this year. If you have not taken any CE units this year, you must attend to maintain eligibility to work with youth. Please contact Dr. Sherrill McMillan, 301/333-1765 with questions.
Food Fun and Fellowship with the Marriage Ministry
Join the Marriage Enrichment Ministry for an intimate discussion on "Communication and Resolving Conflict" on Wednesday Nov 5, 2008 at the R Street Ministries at 6:30 P.M.. Our guest will be Pastor and Mrs T. L. Rogers, of Triumphant Baptist Church in Hyattsville MD. Most recently, he and his wife, Mable, developed workshop and seminar series entitled "Triumphant Relationships." Pastor Rogers is an instructor in the Congress of Christian Education, for the Progressive National Baptist Convention and serves on their Home Mission Board. Pastor Rogers has traveled extensively and has ministered in Korea, Japan, West Germany, Kenya and East Africa. If you are looking for open honest discussion founded on biblical truth, this is it. This is an adults only event open to all married and engaged couples. Seating is limited. To reserve your seat call 301-675-8411 or email gbainc@glenbassoc.org. Hang Out with the Singles Ministry SAVE THE DATE: Biblical Stewardship / Financial Stability workshop on Thursday, November 13 at 6:30 P.M. For more information contact Servant Michelle Arnold or Curtis Jones at MetropolitanSinglesMinistry@gmail.com.
VOLUNTEERS WITH A SPIRIT OF THANKSGIVING NEEDED!
SIGN UP to support The 9th Annual Safeway "Feast of Sharing" - Hot Meal, Health, Career & Community Services Expo - scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2008, from 9:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. (the day before Thanksgiving). This all day event is sponsored by Metropolitan Baptist Church, Safeway Inc., The W.E. Washington Convention Center, The Salvation Army, Centerplate, and Suntrust Bank. More than 4,500 meals were served and some 2 truckloads of clothing were distributed in 2007. We are bracing ourselves for an even greater response this year, making your support all the more critical. More than 700 volunteers participated last year - with almost half provided by Metropolitan Baptist Church. Do you have a spirit of service? Are you available to assist? Whatever time you can offer is welcome and appreciated! TO SIGN UP: Please Visit www.metropolitanbaptist.org/forms/FeastofSharing2008.aspor sign-up in the church office. What a great way to share the spirit of Thanksgiving! For more information contact George Jefferson, Coordinator of Volunteers, Safeway Feast of Sharing '08 at gjefferson0@comcast.net. |
| This Weekend with Our Affiliates |
Free Financial Literacy Workshop
Metropolitan Community Development Corporation presents a free Financial Literacy Workshop: Home Ownership and Understanding Credit TOMORROW Saturday October 25, 2008 from 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. at Miracle Plaza (96 Harry S Truman Drive, Largo, MD 20774). RSVP to hallie.stone@gerihco.com.
Metropolitan Day School Octoberfest
Join the teachers, students and parents for lots of Fun TOMORROW Saturday, October 25, 2008 from 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. for an Open House, Giant Yard Sale, Car Wash, Bake Sale, Silent Auction and Refreshments. The Day School is located at 1240 Randolph Street, NE Washington, DC 20017. Download the flyer.
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Happy Birthday |
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October 26
Servant Jonathan Branch
Mr. Joseph Coleman
Mr. Keith Fenton
Ms. Alethia Jackson
Ms. Diane Smith
Ms. Shani Walker
Mr. William Weston
Mr. Lewis Williams, III
Ms. Michelle Wright
October 27
Ms. Betty Bibb
Ms. Talila Lewis
Mrs. Sharon Russell
Mrs. Mattie Taylor
Ms. Tiffane White
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October 28
Rev. Larsi Claiborne
Mr. Kenneth Graham
Ms. Ayodele Higgs
Ms. Janet Moore
Ms. Trinette Smith
Ms. Sally White
October 29
Ms. Sabrina Williams
October 30
Ms. DeAngela Hill
Mr. Corey Smith
Mrs. Gloria Smith
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October 31
Mr. Riccardo Murphy
Ms. Kimberly Stewart
Ms. Carol Upchurch
Ms. Alfreda Ward
November 1
Mr. Ronald Austin Ms. Kristin Bolton-Keys Ms. Christine Dunbar Ms. Kianna Duncan Mr. Otis Nelson, III Mrs. Beverly Okolo Mr. Nathan Pierce Mr. Eddie Thomas, Jr. | |
| Largo Ministry Schedule |
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25th- Saturday, 3rd Floor Conference Room: MCDC Financial Literacy 10:AM - 3 PM
25th- Saturday, Suite 150: Garment's Hem Health Fitness Class 9:30 - 10:30 AM
29th- Wednesday, Suite 150: Garment's Hem Health Fitness Class 7:00 - 8:00 PM
29th- Wednesday, 3rd Floor Board Room: Women's Bible Study: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
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| Scholarship and Internship Opportunities |
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Free Practice Test for the SSAT
The Black Student Fund and KAPLAN Testing are offering SSAT and ISEE practice tests on November 1, 2008 at 9:00 at the Black Student Fund offices on 16th Street in north west DC. We will follow-up with a test review session for parents on November 13 at 7:00. This is a rare opportunity for applicant children to sit for a full length admissions test. The child will get a true feeling for the test and parents will be able to review the test results with professionals from KAPLAN. And remember... all this is free! Test Date: November 1, 2008 Test Time: 9:00 light refreshment and parent question session 9:30 testing begins (the test takes 4 hours) Test Location: The Black Student Fund 3636 - 16th St., NW - 4th Floor Washington, DC 20010 202-387-1414 Testing Cost: FREE Parent Follow-up Session: November 13, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. at the Black Student Fund offices. Download the official flyer! | |