MCC Portland News & Announcements: 24 February 2017
Happy Anniversary MCC Portland! THIS Sunday, February 26
MCC Portland turned 41 on January 6 - but it's never too late to celebrate! Since January was so unpredictable, we are observing our anniversary THIS Sunday.  Worship will include awarding the Anniversary Award and a special musical guest (see below) and followed by hosted brunch in our Fellowship Hall. Plan to join us and don't miss this opportunity to celebrate MCCP!

Consider making a special "over and above"
anniversary financial gift to celebrate and support MCCP. Your gift should note "Anniversary Gift."
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Welcome Our Special Musical Guest, Marsha Stevens-Pino! 
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Marsha Stevens-Pino
Named the "mother of contemporary Christian music" in The Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music, Marsha is well-known throughout MCC. 
In addition to sharing her musical gifts with us, Marsha has a newly published book, For Those Tears I Died, which chronicles the story of the much-loved song she composed and her journey as an out lesbian Christian and singer. 
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arsha's book and CD's will be available for purchase Sun day at MCCP or anytime through her ministry website 
Ash Wednesday, THIS Wednesday, March 1
Lent is a rich spiritual season set aside for personal reflection and spiritual growth in preparation for the Resurrection of Easter.  Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and the ritual of the imposition of ashes.  At MCCP we offer ashes for individuals beginning at 12Noon throughout the afternoon.  A brief prayer and meditation service will be held from 6-6:30PM.
Curious About MCC Portland?  Membership Class Coming Up!
Have you been thinking about what it might mean to be a member of MCCP?  Our next membership class will be held in a 2-part session following Sunday worship on March 12 & March 26  (about 11:30AM-1PM).  Sign-up in the Fireside Room or contact the church office to be added to the list.
Choir Rehearsal After Sunday Worship
11:30AM pot-luck lunch; 12Noon-1PM rehearsal
Love singing? Share the joy and offer your gift by singing with the choir! Regular rehearsals are held following Sunday morning worship. If you want more information or want to contact our music director, Colin, directly e-mail [email protected] .
Enhance Your Spiritual Formation This Year
Book Study of We Make the Road by Walking
Join us for the study of this book by popular author, Brian McLaren.   Perfect for group or individual study, get the book and read along on your own or join the Thursday 12noon small group at church.
Sign up at church for NEW groups beginning soon!
Praise & Worship On Thursdays
Shared study and prayer @ 6PM / Music and singing @ 6:30PM
Come get your praise on!  A Praise & Worship group meets at MCCP.  All are welcome!