I pray you all are staying safe and that you are staying connected to your loved ones at Metropolitan! Your calls
, texts, and emails of encouragement keep me excited about delivering the Word to you each and every week--from the comfort of my Dining Room!
This Sunday, please join me again virtually for Worship. I have another new message just for you! Livestream worship at metropolitanbaptist.org or on Facebook at 7:30 AM and 10 AM, or listen through Zoom at 1 PM only by dialing 1-301-715-8592. The access code is 98471497616#. The meeting ID is 98471497616. To join the video conference, click hereat 1 PM.
Share these links so that others can join us! We are reaching people around the globe!
Although Governor Hogan relaxed the stay at home order in Maryland on Friday, May 15 at 5 PM, Prince George's County continues to observe a stay at home order issued by County Executive Angela Alsobrooks, until June 1. The instances of COVID-19 are extremely high in Prince George's County. Metropolitan's IAMA Counseling Ministry, Health and Wellness Ministry, and Community Resources sections below offer various resources and information that will help you during this time. Please stay home and stay safe.
I have had a lot of time to think about this situation. I have decided that the best time to regather is when it's safe. I'm not listening to the President or to the southern Governors. I want people to be safe! When they return to FedEx Stadium for football, it's safe! I want my members to stay safe. Don't grow weary in well doing; in due season you will reap if you do not faint! - Dr. Maurice Watson
There is something for everyone! Register today for one of Metropolitan's many online ministry opportunities!
During the week, join our Church-wide Bible Study, Women's Ministry Prayer Call and Bible Study, Fitness Friday, and GriefShare. New Members class is conducted on 1st and 2nd Saturdays. Then, on Sundays, don't miss Sunday School and/or Children and Youth Church!
Sunday School and Tuesday Night Bible Study are open to the public and DO NOT require registration. You may access the Zoom link for them on the Metropolitan website, in REALM, and under the event descriptions below.
All ministry events and meetings DO require registration 24 hours in advance to gain access to the Zoom links and dial-in numbers as an additional security precaution. You will receive the login information via email at least an hour in advance of the event (unless otherwise noted). If you miss the registration cut-off time, please email the sponsoring ministry details in the event announcement below. Guests may register on REALM, too.
Ministry leaders may share the Zoom link with the ministry listserv, guests, and loved ones who want to join as your guests.We want to do our very best to keep Metropolitan safe online. Your cooperation and understanding of this desire are greatly appreciated.
You may also email any questions you have about REALM.
5) Cash App any amount -- $Metropolitanbaptist
Metropolitan Cares about Frontline Workers
LAST CALL: Are you working on the COVID-19 Frontlines?
We want to say thank you to those members of our Church Family who are considered essential frontline workers. Yes, we are all in this together, but some of us are in harm's way daily during this COVID-19 pandemic.
Please email your name, occupation and a contact number to Rev. Brenda Girton-Mitchell TODAY. Names may be submitted on behalf of MBC members you know, but please try to obtain their permission BEFORE you submit their names.
We are praying for your protection and thanking you for your service.
At Home with Care: A Church Family Check-in
Family, we want you to check-in with us! The Coronavirus pandemic is forcing us to connect more and in unique ways. Share your stories, videos, and pictures with us here!
Checking in with the Harold Family!
During the 100 Black Men of Greater Washington Student Leadership Academy (SLA) end of year virtual ceremony last weekend, Metropolitan youth Dominic Harold (pictured in the Howard shirt) was surprised with a $4,000 Scholarship! Congratulations, Dominic! We celebrate your academic achievements along with your beautiful family!
Checking in with Collins and Nedria "Von" Bailey!
"We spent the day on the water in NC on May 16... a very needed excape!"
Church, keep sharing photos of how you are worshipping or involved in ministry virtually. You never know who you are inspiring to become more involved. #MetropolitanCares
Ministry Announcements
Bereavement Ministry
The Bereavement Ministry has made GriefShare available virtually via Zoom! Register today and join us on Wednesdays at 10 AM (EST) by way of video or telephone conference. You can complete the required registration anytime on REALM or by contacting the Bereavement Ministry. It is not too late for you to take part in this Support Group that will provide you with the tools to go through the grieving process! Sis. Von Bailey, ministry leader, will be happy to answer any questions you have.
Dial-in information will be made available after registration.
Christian Discipleship Council
Register for Graduate Sunday!
The Christian Discipleship Council is pleased to invite all members of the Class of 2020 to register for Graduate Sunday. Your Metropolitan Church Family is looking forward to celebrating your academic achievements on Sunday, June 28 during our Virtual Worship Service! All graduates from Preschool through Ph.D. are encouraged to register.
Registration forms are available
here and will be accepted through Sunday, June 14.
Three months ago, we were living our normal lives. The focus of our spring quarter of Sunday school was Justice and the Prophets. Throughout this quarter we reviewed the books of Amos, Habakkuk, Micah, Malachi, Zephaniah, and Zechariah who are all considered to be minor prophets. We also reviewed two major prophets Isaiah and Jeremiah along with the book of Esther who was the Jewish Queen of Persia. Each book focused on how God requires justice. Justice is defined as "the quality of being just; righteousness, equitableness, or moral rightness to uphold the 'justice' of a cause." Simply stated, justice is a concept on ethics and law that means people should behave in a way that is fair, equal, and balanced for everyone. Also, during this time the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a global health pandemic--the Novel Coronavirus, better known as COVID-19--that began to invade our lives. The country has been on lock down since the middle of March. As the country slowly begins to reopen, we are left with more questions than answers. Some would argue that the Federal Government had an inadequate response to this crisis and as a result over 100,000 people have died, just in the United States. Even in the midst of all of this, God is still on the throne. God still requires justice for His people. In the final installment of our quarterly lessons, we will study the life and work of the prophet Hosea.
Bible Background ~Hosea 11
Devotional Reading ~Deuteronomy 8:11-20
In our lesson this week, we will examine a period of time in Israel's history when the people were unfaithful to God through worship. Hosea prophesied to the northern Kingdom about forty years before its fall and eventual destruction. Hosea, like his contemporaries Isaiah and Micah, warned the Israelites to return to God before it was too late. However, Israel continued to seek out other relationships--namely, with the Assyrians and the Egyptians. Like a woman caught up in an adulterous affair, Israel was continually unfaithful. Hosea had an unusual personal life. He was commanded by God to marry a prostitute named Gomer (Hosea 1:2-9). His unhappy family experience was an object lesson of the sin or "harlotry" of the nation of Israel in rejecting the one true God and violating its covenant relationship with Him. Gomer eventually leaves Hosea and returns to a life of prostitution. Hosea seeks to bring his wife back to him and his love for her refused die. God uses the life of Hosea to demonstrate His steadfast love to His own unfaithful wife--Israel. Join us this week as we conclude our study of the Old Testament Prophets.
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
1)COMPARE prosperity as a worldly goal with the Godly virtues of love and justice,
2)REGRET the occasions where we have made material prosperity a greedy, covetous goal, and
3)PRACTICE love and justice as key virtues.
Therefore, turn thou to thy God: keep mercy and judgment, and wait on thy God continually.
~Hosea 12:6 (KJV)
Class is in session via CONFERENCE CALL ONLY from 6 PM - 7 PM on Wednesdays
April 15 to June 30
1-605-475-4850; Access Code: 571977
Facilitators: Sister Margaret Flagg and Dr. Shirley Jackson
An 8-week Scripturally based study of five (5) basic promises that God has made to new and growing Christians. Become assured of these promises in your life as you memorize, study, discuss, and apply the Scripture verses presented.
Please independently order the workbook entitled Lessons on Assurance: Growing in Christ through Barnes and Noble for $5.99 here. Shipping is free. If you are unable to purchase it, please email cdc@metropolitanbaptist.org. Registration 24 hours in advance on REALM is required.
We need to Pray more!
We are asking everyone to join Metropolitan for one of our many Prayer Calls!
You may join any call regardless of ministry affiliation, gender, or age. If you need prayer, we are happy to lift your petitions to God!
All members are encouraged to commit to calling in DAILY at 6 AM for our Church-wide Morning Glory Prayer Call. You may email your prayer requests in advance to
awise@metropolitanbaptist.org. Please indicate if you want your request to be anonymous. Dial In: 1-515-604-9589 Access Code: 251509
Our EMERGE Young Adult Ministry prays every Wednesday night at 8 PM. Please send your prayer requests to emerge@metropolitanbaptist.org. Please indicate if you want your request to be anonymous. Dial In: 605-313-5111 Access Code: 363173
Seniors, you are invited to join us every Wednesday at 12 Noon for Seniors Bible Study and Prayer. You may email your prayer requests to
jwood@metropolitanbaptist.org. Please indicate if you want your request to be anonymous. Dial In: 1-515-604-9589 Access Code: 251509
Ladies, join us at 8 AM on Saturdays for our Prayer Call via Zoom!
Click here to join via video option or dial in using 301-715-8592; Meeting ID: 596 609 803.
Men, your prayer call is on Thursday mornings at 6 AM. Dial In: 563-999-1161, Access Code: 804528.
You may email your prayer requests to jwood@metropolitanbaptist.org.
Prayer requests may also be shared with the P.U.S.H. Ministry via email.
If you cannot call in every time, that's okay! Just call in when you can and keep praying for Metropolitan. Remember, the prayers of the righteous availeth much! If you have any questions about any of our prayer calls, please contact Rev. Adriane Blair Wise.
BIBLE STUDY
Church-wide Bible Study is on hiatus until June 9.
S20-101 - The Book of Ruth: Decisions Determine Destiny
Instructor: Rev. Adriane Blair Wise
What is the basis of your decision-making? It's been said that we are the sum total of our decisions, and with every decision we make, good or bad, we are mapping out a certain path for our lives. Have you ever second-guessed a decision? We are living in a season unlike any we have experienced in our lifetime, and contemplating the decisions we make is even more critical because choices bring consequences. When you make a decision, it not only affects your life, but may affect the lives of many others, sometimes, for generations to come. In The Book of Ruth, we will explore the benefits of making right choices and how they can change the trajectory of your destiny.
S20-102 - The Book of Psalms: Psalms for Every Season
Instructor: Rev. Brenda Girton-Mitchell
The Book of Psalms is a powerful Biblical resource and is the most widely read of all the books of the Bible. Psalms for Every Season will be an inventory of these Scriptures. The course is designed to help participants explore this remarkable collection of poems, hymns, and prayers while developing an enhanced appreciation of their importance. Participants will engage in activities that lead to experiences with the Psalms, as well as identify ways the readings become a source of comfort, courage, celebration, wisdom, and worship.
New Testament Class Offerings
S20-103 - The Book of Ephesians: Lessons in Christian Living
Instructor: Dr. Michael Black
In the Book of Ephesians, the Apostle Paul explains the mystery of the Church, while giving practical insight into living as a believer in Jesus Christ. The class will focus on understanding who you are in Christ, behavioral expectations of Christians, and the spiritual blessings that are given to those who obey His teachings.
S20-104 - The Book of Philippians: Be Anxious for Nothing?
Instructor: Dr. Sherrill McMillan
Anxiety is that fearful and uncertain feeling we get when we don't know what will happen in our lives tomorrow or the next day. Whether it's uncertainty about job security, family or relationship concerns, or a frustrating political system, any new occurrence only exacerbates the anxiety we're already experiencing. Enter Coronavirus that has not only brought new health concerns but is causing us to have to alter our lifestyles in unprecedented ways. The Apostle Paul offers us hope and insights in this four-week journey into the Book of Philippians.
S20-105 - The Book of Hebrews: The Key to Living by Faith
Instructor: Dr. Jesse Wood
This masterful document was written to demonstrate the exclusiveness and superiority of the new covenant. The overarching theme is that Christianity is superior to Judaism because Christ is Supreme and is completely sufficient for salvation. Our focus will be on the Superiority of Christ and the Superiority of Faith. The scriptural foundation for this course of study will be, "Who being the brightness of His glory, and the express image of His person, and upholding all things by the word of His power, when he had by Himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high." ~Hebrews 1:3
SAVE THE DATE for our WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Becoming an Overcomer
When you introduce yourself to someone for the first time, you may define yourself by disclosing your name, profession, and interests. Those factors help our culture define us, but are they enough? There are bigger questions our culture can't answer: "Who am I?" "Why do I matter?" And before asking, "Who am I?" you must first answer, "Who is God?" In this Bible study we will help you understand how you can be transformed by the Gospel of Christ, define yourself by God's Word instead of by cultural standards, and discover the unique way God has gifted you to serve others.
Class has been extended until further notice on Thursdays at 7 PM via Zoom! Please pre-register for the class on REALM. Pre-registration is required to participate. Questions? Contact Rev. Adriane Blair Wise at awise@metropolitanbaptist.orgfor class details.
If you are seeking salvation, desiring to become a member of our Metropolitan Baptist Church Family, or if you are ready to complete your New Disciples Classes,
please email us! We are here to help you along your salvation journey.
At Metropolitan, we CARE about the growth of your Christian Discipleship! If you are a
New Member, don't miss your required classes on 1st and 2nd Saturdays all year long.
Classes are currently available on Zoom only. Registration 24-hours in advance is required via REALM. Be sure to specify the class(es) you are attending in the memo line.
Go & Make Disciples
1st Saturday of each month
8:45 AM - Zoom will be available
9 AM - 9:30 AM - Salvation, Dr. Vanessa Watson
9:30 - 10:00 AM - Baptism, Min. Imogene Hunt
10:05 - 10:35 AM - Spiritual Disciplines, Rev. Regina Faison/Rev. Barbara Walker
10:35 AM -11:05 - Spiritual Gifts, Dr. Arthur Williams
2nd Saturday of each month
8:45 AM - Zoom will be available
9 AM - 9:30 AM -
Understanding our Heritage, Sister Margaret Flagg
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Stewardship and Tithing, Rev. Sylveta Brown
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM - Family and Fellowship, Servant BJ Brooks
Each new member is also required to complete at least four Bible Study classes.
Diaconate Ministry
In times of challenge, it is so important to stay connected. Metropolitan's Servants continue to reach out to our Seniors to show how much Metropolitan Cares. We call, send cards and letters, grocery shop and deliver food and medicines, and even coach on the use of electronics. Our Seniors bring much more joy to us than we could ever give to them.
In the midst of our service, we find renewed energy in staying connected with one another. We text and call each other, share prayer calls, and share in Zoom meetings where we laugh out loud and pray together. While we miss our weekly fellowship in the "building," in many ways we are closer than ever because our fellowship is intentional. We make special efforts to stay connected.
Join us in staying connected by reaching out to members of our Metropolitan Family today--especially our Seniors. You'll be amazed at how one phone call can bring joy the person you called--and to you!
Contact the Diaconate atservants@metropolitanbaptist.orgto help us continue to show you how much Metropolitan Cares! Caregivers please share the names and contact information of the Seniors you serve so that our Servants may connect with them.
Please join the Metropolitan Diaconate in prayer for God's continued protection of our Metropolitan Family and offer special prayers for our beloved Seniors, their caregivers, and those on the frontline of service.
EMERGE
COLLEGE STUDENTS!! We know it's been a challenging time spending most of your Spring Semester away from your college or university campus. We want to personally invite you to connect and vibe together while celebrating our Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 graduates on
TOMORROW Saturday, May 30
at 6 PM via Zoom. We will have music, conversation, and games!
You are not alone in this time and we want to make sure you know it through a well-deserved end of the school year celebration! All college students between the ages of 18 - 35 are welcome to attend. Register on
REALM TODAY to receive the Zoom Party information. If you are a graduate, please email us at
emerge@metropolitanbaptist.org with your school and major so that we can recognize you in a special way. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, May 30 at 6 PM.
The EMERGE Young Adult Ministry, serving ages 18-35, hosts a weekly prayer call just for you! That's right...we CARE about your spiritual needs and prayer requests. So, Young Adults, join us on Wednesdays from 8 PM-8:15 PM! Please send your prayer requests to emerge@metropolitanbaptist.org. They will remain anonymous unless otherwise stated.
Join us THIS Wednesday!
Dial in: 605-313-5111
Access Code: 363173
How can we pray for you this week?
Employment Services Ministry
The Employment Services Ministry is available to help members in need of career advice. Reach out to us here and one of our ministry leaders will be in contact with you!
This Primary Season put your DC Values into action by serving as a DC Board of Elections volunteer. As a volunteer, you will support voter line control, maintain established social distancing and safety practices, and direct voters with accessibility needs and questions to onsite staff.
Personal Protective Equipment will be provided and you can select any of the twenty established sites, a
cross all eight wards, based on your availability and preference.
Why are Black people dying at a higher rate from COVID-19 than other races? Metropolitan, welcome back Dr. Naeem Newman, General Surgeon specializing in hematology and oncology as he answers this question and gives us insights into staying healthy beyond this pandemic.
Dr. Newman blessed us last year at our first annual health and wellness conference and he's back to inform us about the health care disparities uncovered by the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us on Zoom on
Wednesday, June 24 at 7 PM. Register today on
REALM or email
healthandwellness@metropolitanbaptist.com.
Metropolitan, get ready to kick off Fitness Fridays! Join Kristy Frizzell and Phyllis Davis for a 30-minute workout to relieve stress, boost your energy, and burn off a couple of those pounds we've gained while sheltering-in-place.
Zoom in with us each
Friday from 5 PM - 5:30 PM. Register on REALM or email healthandwellness@metropolitanbaptist.org at least 24 hours in advance of the class. The Zoom link will be emailed to you at least an hour before class starts.
IAMA Counseling Ministry
MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
Take Time to Think and Give Thanks
How are you coping? When that question is posed, we often have the usual church answers. But I wonder if you've stopped to think about these questions. How you are feeling? What help do you need? How you are coping? What have you lost to COVID-19? I would not be surprised if you said you had not considered these questions. We've been pushed to pretend that we are succeeding at doing "business as normal." Many of us have stumbled into the virtual realm, others have done so seamlessly. Some have converted sacred family spaces to secular workspaces. Others have become teachers overnight. The mantra has been to "keep it moving," even though I believe God expected that we would stop, or at least pause to think about how we feel.
I took this past Friday off so that I could contemplate those questions. If you haven't spent the day like this with God before, it may look like this. No alarm clock, wakeup on your own. Pray. Invite God in. Tell God how you feel. Ask for wisdom, knowledge, understanding, and guidance. Intercede for others. Read the Bible. Listen for God's reply. Write-anything and everything. Go for a walk or run and notice God at work--the chirping of the birds, the blooming flowers, the different shades of green in the grass.
Remind yourself, if He takes care of the birds, how much more will He take care of you. Whenever you think, Give Thanks! Finally, know it is okay not to be okay because these are not normal times. Reach out when you need to. Metropolitan cares about you.
Rev. Arnette Georges
IAMA Counseling Ministry
Matthew 25 Ministries
How can I help the Food Pantry? This is a wonderful question we get every week! We are still making non-perishable grab and go bags available upon request. You can help by sending financial contributions through the mail, Realm, or give online and designate the funds for the pantry. These funds will help us to replenish our pantry with the assistance of the Capital Area Food Bank. To request assistance or for further information, contact Rev. Brenda Girton-Mitchell at bgirtonmitchell@metropolitanbaptist.org.
As Paul reminds us, "...as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith."
~Gal. 6:10, NKJV
This is one more way we show that Metropolitan Cares!
Metropolitan Music and Fine Arts Ministry
Psalm
150:4 says, "Praise Him with the timbrel and dance; Praise Him with stringed instruments and flutes!"
The Music and Fine Arts Ministry would like to share some of our uplifting songs with you. We hope it provides some encouragement for you this week.
There's nothing like a positive male role model! Join us NEXT FRIDAY for a Netflix Watch Party that highlights the positive roles men play in our lives.
Adults and Teens, get your popcorn ready!
For the Adults
Greater (Rated PG): This sports biopic recounts the story of Arkansas Razorbacks' walk-on offensive lineman Brandon Burlsworth. Devoutly Christian and derided for his portly appearance, Burlsworth defies the odds to make the Razorbacks' squad in 1994, and ultimately develops into an All-American player and top NFL prospect.
For our Teens
The Longshots (Rated PG): This is a battle-of-the-sexes sports comedy about a former high-school football star who coaches his niece to become the first-ever girl quarterback in the history of Pop Warner football.
2) All viewers must also have a
Netflix account
(free trial memberships are available) and must join from their computer using the Netflix Party extension in google Chrome ONLY.
3) Before movie night, please clickhere from your computer for a quick tutorial (view to 1:50 only) on how to add the Netflix Party extension to Chrome and to learn how to view with us.
4) If you are registering for yourself and a youth, they will have a separate viewing link and will need to view their movie on a separate computer, etc.
5) If you are registered, the link to access the Watch Party will be sent to you via email within an hour of the event. Log into Netflix then click the link we provide. Next, click the NP extension icon. When it is red, you know you are in and you will be able to access our chat.
6) Once you are logged into the party, some of you may be able to mirror your laptop to your television to view the movie/party onto your TVs, if desired.
7) Please be sure to say hello in the chat room so we know you are viewing with us.
NOTE: Unfortunately, we do not have technical assistance
available for members and guests, so please be sure to watch the entire instructional video here to learn how to gain access to our fellowship!
Don't forget to register! We look forward to this virtual fellowship with you!
("Count Your Blessings" written by Johnson Oatman, Jr., 1897)
O Give thanks unto the LORD; for He is good: for His mercy endureth forever.
O give thanks unto the God of gods: for His mercy endureth forever.
O give thanks to the Lord of lords: for His mercy endureth forever.
- Psalms 136:1-3 (KJV)
Heavenly Father, thank You for waking us up in sound mind and body. Thank You, for allowing us to be able to see the trees go from little buds, to full leaves, to red leaves to just a skeleton. Thank You, for letting us feel the wind on our faces. Thank You, for letting us hear the birds sing. Thank You, for letting us taste and see that You are good. (Psalms 34:8 NKJV) (Numbers 11:1 KJV) Thank You, for a roof over our head, clothes on our backs, and food on our table. Thank You, Lord for Jesus, Your gift of peace. Thank You, for we have no complaints about this life, because You have been mighty good to us. Thank You, Lord for these and all other needful blessing You have given us. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
Submitted by Roslyn M. Mikell
P.U.S.H. Prayer Ministry
Realm Ministry
Registrations and News Feeds
HOW TO REGISTER FOR A CLASS OR EVENT
In-App:
-Click 'Events'
-Click 'All Events' (Note: Featured events are at the TOP).
-If you do not see the event at the top, scroll to the date of the event and Click it
-Click "Register by..." and follow the prompts to completion.
You will receive a confirmation email for your registration.
-Click 'Events' (Note: Featured events are at the TOP)
-If you do not see the event at the top, scroll to the date of the event and Click it
-Click "Register by..." and follow the prompts to completion.
You will receive a confirmation email for your registration.
HOW TO USE THE NEWSFEED (Labeled "News")
You are able to:
- Post (text only),
- Post a Photo (text w/Photo), and
- Create an Event (Ministry Leaders ONLY) in your group!
Remember: when you reply or comment to "Metropolitan Baptist Church" messages/posts/emails, your reply is being sent church-wide (aka Reply all).
We encourage you to utilize these functions above within your ministries to stay connected and to share just like you would when coming to ministry meetings/fellowship: Praise Reports, Prayer Requests, Pictures of life with the kids/grandkids, or a meal you prepared. It's not all business, all the time; so let's continue to show one another that we care.
Also, take a moment to update your profile information: address, phone numbers, email addresses. If you are unable to update, and require assistance, email
realm@metropolitanbaptist.org.
Below are some examples of Realm Posts!
Social Justice and Public Policy Ministry
It's important and it's not too late to do your part! While we are all practicing "social distancing" and staying at home, this is a good time to complete the 2020 Census form! If you did not receive a form in the mail, or cannot find your form--Don't worry!! Just go to https://my2020census.gov/ and fill out the form online or call 844-330-2020 to answer the questions by phone.
The Census has created an interactive map to show the response rates by state. As of May 28, 2020, the nationwide response rate is 60.3%, MD - 64.4%, and DC - 56.4%. While you are checking on the welfare of family and friends, also remind them to complete the Census! Click on the links below for updates:
Prince George's County 2020 Census Response Rate Map is an application which displays self-response rates from households that have responded to the 2020 Census online, by mail or by phone in Prince George's County.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Census dates have changed. Please visit https://www.census.gov for more information.
Women's Ministry
PRAYER CALL
The Women's Ministry invites our MBC Sisters to join us for a weekly virtual prayer call,
Saturdays at 8 AM. The virtual prayer calls have both a video and audio option which will work on computers, laptops, or any mobile devices (phone or tablets). To join, first register on
REALM! We will send out the link via REALM and hope you will consider joining via the
video option. We want to see you...and you don't have to worry about being made up unless you want to! Just come as you are. For more information on how to join Zoom, please
click here.
We look forward to SEEING you on Saturday mornings at 8 AM. Feel free to email your prayer requests to women@metropolitanbaptist.org.
DAILY ONLINE DEVOTIONAL
We've thoroughly enjoyed the daily devotional
Claim Your Crown by Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien. We had over 49 sisters to participate and the online conversation in the Bible app has been rewarding, comforting, and engaging!
Our next devotional is
She Believes: Embracing The Life You Were Created to Live by Debbie Lindell and study began on April 7. You can still join us; simply
click this link. For more information or questions, please email
women@metropolitanbaptist.org.
UPDATE: Church, we ask that you remember to continue to lift up our sister and former Women's Ministry Leader, Dr. Kim. She needs our prayers and she's in need of financial support. As her post-operative treatments are nearing completion, she is now faced with the struggle to balance her monthly expenses as her paid medical leave is exhausted, which means no salary.
Dr. Kim has asked for and is in need of financial assistance. If you are able to assist her, please consider the following methods:
Online Bank Deposits via Zelle, please send to 202-302-0768
Cash App, please use $DrKAT2005
Mail visa gift cards to Dr. Kimberley Turner, 1010 Hamilton Street, NE, Washington, DC 20011
There is no contribution too small. Thank you in advance for considering supporting Dr. Kim on her healing journey.
Youth Ministry
Our Kingdom Kids and Elevate Youth Ministries are happy to introduce Children and Youth Church Online, available to Metropolitan youth via Zoom at 11:30 AM on Sundays! We plan to continue this weekly until we are all able to meet in person at Metropolitan, and we ask that every child and volunteer participate. Children will get to see and talk to their peers as well as get a timely Biblically-based lesson.
In May...
MBC Elevate Youth Church presents "All American." T
his month, youth in grades 8 - 12 will discuss how to find true identity in God through the CW's hit series "All American." Register now on REALM or emailyouth@metropolitanbaptist.org and then join us at 11:30 AM on Sundays!
For security purposes, all Children and Youth Church Zoom links will be sent out through
REALM and the routine email the ministry sends out weekly. If you are a visitor or a member who does not receive emails from our Children or Youth Ministries, please send an email to
youth@metropolitanbaptist.org to be added to the listserv.
Parents, in order for your child(ren) to participate, we need you to:
1) Register for Children's Church on REALM to get the Zoom link.
2) Download Zoom onto the computer or device your child will use.
3) Make sure children in 2nd grade and higher have access to a Bible. If you are using an electronic Bible, we suggest you have it accessible on a separate device.
4) Lastly, please have your child(ren) login to the appropriate classroom by 11:30 AM on Sunday. We're asking parents to stay with/close to their children again this week in case there are any technical difficulties.
There are two community-based organizations coordinating efforts in the application process:
Housing Counseling: 202-667-7006, and
Latino Economic Development Center:
202-588-5102.
Metropolitan Cares!
June 1
Servant
Kim Barnett, PhD
Michelle Clark
Yardyne Day
Verdonna Hudson
Carolyn Kemp
Dr.
Loyce Pailen
Servant Charisse Williams
June 2
Marie Allen
Wendy Gadson
Megan Lee
June 3
Shelton Williams Sr.
June 4
Thelma Abrams-Scott
Jeffrey Coan
Janie Jeffers
Joseph Miree
Anna Myers
June 5
Dr. John Day
Kiwanna Goodwin
Shirley Miree
Ricardo Roberts III
June 6
Crystal McKenzie
June 7
Ken Hunt
Please keep the following healing and recovering members and their families in prayer.
Gwendolyn Abraham
Vivian Adams
William Amey
Hallie Beaner
Philip Bentley
Dorothy Blanding
Catherine Blue
Gawin Blue
Gregory Bolton
Joyce Brake
Delores Branch
Maury Walker Branch
Marcia Cross Briscoe
Elder Nathan Brown
Susan Browner
Wilma Bryant
Harold Butler Jr.
Harold Butler III
Lamont Butler
Jimmy Canty
Minister Shirley Carr
Rufus Cayton
Sonja Horvath Cayton
Cassandra Chestnut
Angela Cross
Elder Delesta Cross
The Clowers Family
Cynthia Davis
Gerard Davis
Erma Despertt
Billy Joe Dismuke
Terry Dismuke
Jeanette Dugan
Robert Everheart
Matt Flavin
Denise Cherry-Gaskins
Lillie Hammonds
Sibyl Harold
Derrick Harold
Adeline Harris Thelma Hauser
Evangeline Henderson
Doris Hicks
Bessie Hiler
Cecil Hill
Beatrice Holloway
Trudy Horvath
Aundrea Hunt
Shawnda Hunt Howard
William Howard
Dawn Jackson
Emma Jackson
Vincent James
Bridgette Johnson
Rev. Marvin Johnson
Arnold "Tony" Jones
Hilliard Jones
Roberta Keller
Edward Lane
LaVenia J. LaVelle
Antoine Lee
Congressman John R. Lewis
Robin Lewis
Wilhamena Logan
Phyllis Love
Daisy Cherry Maggett
Barbara McDougald
Josephine McNeill
Brenda Miller
Rev. Nawanna Miller
Toni Mitchell
Albert Murray
Connie Murray
Brother Ah (Robert) Northern
Derrick Oates
Dr. Elizabeth Palmer
Amelia Parker, Greensboro, NC
Jerome Parks
Ivy Rentz
Minnie Robertson
Servant Wilma Robinson
Noland Sampson Sr.
Diana L. Satterwhite
Lorraine T. Scott
Louis Sledd
Christiaan Smith
Gloria Smith
Ruth C. Smith
Sheryl Stokes
Blanche Tarpley
Roy Taylor
Shirley Thompson
John Thornton
Dr. Kimberley Turner
Joan Walker
Jeanelle Branson Wallace
Shante Westmoreland
Jocile Wicker
Kevin Williams
Do you know persons in need of prayer while they are healing and recovering? Submit their names to the
Daily Bread! Just email the name of the persons in need of prayer and we will add them to our prayer list!
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Please keep
Mrs. Ruth Tinsley and Family lifted in your prayers in the passing of her cousin
Mrs. Beverly Davis of Brockton, MA.
Final Arrangements
Service: Sunday, May 31, 2020 at 2 PM
George Lopes Funeral Home
647 Main Street
Brockton, MA 02301
Please keep Servant Rose and Anthony Singletary and Family lifted in your prayers in the passing of Roses aunt, Mrs. Alma Anderson-Scarlett of Brooklyn, NY. Final arrangements are pending at this time.
Please keep
Ms. Ruby Poindexter and Family lifted in your prayers in the passing of her mother,
Mrs. Minnie Terrell.
Mrs.Terrell was one of our Centenarians, whom God blessed with 103 years of life. Final arrangements are pending at this time.
Please keep Ms. Dee Bolton and Family lifted in your prayers in the passing of her cousin, Mr. Jeffrey Bolton of Atlanta, GA. Final arrangements are pending at this time.
Please be in prayer for Rev. Cornell Allen and Family in the passing of his mother, Mrs. Lettie Allen. Final arrangements are pending at this time.
Please keep Ms. Rosalyn Morgan-Thompson and Family lifted in your prayers in the passing of her uncle Mr. William Statonof Landover, MD. Final arrangements are pending at this time.
Please keep
Servant Dempsey Cherry and Family lifted in your prayers in the passing of his uncle
Mr. Dotson Cooper Sr.,of Bridgeport, CT, who passed from Coronavirus. Final arrangements are pending at this time.
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Ministry leaders are now required to submit
ALL Ministry announcements to their Staff Ministerfor approval before they are submitted for publication. This includes placements in the Daily Bread Online e-newsletter, Social Media, Realm, Sunday Video Announcements and our website.
Submissions are
due by 5 PM on Sundays to begin appearing as soon as the upcoming Friday's publications. In the event a last minute notification is needed (i.e. Class Cancellation), please notify Dr. Jesse Wood.
Metropolitan Baptist Church | 1200 Mercantile Lane, Largo, MD 20774
In response to the continued spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Prince George's County's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks' stay at home order through June 1, 2020. Metropolitan Baptist Church will not hold worship services and the Church Office will be closed until further notice. Please call (202) 238-5000 should you need assistance, leave a message, and your call will be promptly returned. Please continue to observe social distancing, wear masks and gloves when in public, and stay at home as much as possible. Stay home and stay well.
Governor Hogan announced Maryland's stay at home order was lifted on Friday, May 15 at 5 PM and there are now expanded opportunities for outdoor exercise and recreation, and some indoor activity; however, everyone is encouraged to continue to practice CDC safety protocols at all times. Metropolitan wants you and your loved ones to remain safe. Metropolitan Baptist Church will continue virtual worship and ministry until further notice.
All Church-wide events and ministry activities previously scheduled are postponed until further notice. We have and are taking precautionary steps to keep everyone as safe as possible by using this time to contract an external cleaning company to deep clean and disinfect our edifice.
Please take note of these additional immediate precautionary steps:
Our Church Office and building are closed until further notice. Our staff is working remotely.
Until we are physically able to worship together, we are moving our ministry online. Our Bible Study, Sunday School, Children's Church, Youth Church and many other ministry/community activities are now available to you via Zoom Video or Phone Conference. Please see details for each below under ministry announcements.
If you have an emergency or death in your family, please call the church's main number (202) 238-5000, leave a message, and your call will be promptly returned. The church's phone lines are being closely monitored during this time.
We encourage you to continue ministry business as you are able via these preferred online resources: Conference Calls (freeconferencecall.com) or Video Chats (zoom.com).
Tune in to our Livestream on Sundays for a NEW message from Pastor Watson, ministry highlights, church announcements, and more!
We encourage you to continue to take the following precautionary steps:
Wash your hands frequently, for at least 20 seconds, with soap and water, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Cover your mouth and nose while coughing or sneezing into your elbow or use a tissue and throw it away; do not cough or sneeze into your hands.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick and practice social distancing by staying at least 6 feet away from other people and avoid groups of more than 10 people.
If you are sick, stay home from work, school, church, and social gatherings.
Try NOT to touch your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
NO HANDSHAKING! Use a fist bump, slight bow, elbow bump, etc.
Use ONLY your knuckle to touch light switches, elevator buttons, etc. Lift the gasoline dispenser with a paper towel or use a disposable glove.
Keep a bottle of hand sanitizer and/or Clorox wipes available at each of your home's entrances AND in your car or bag for use after pumping gas or touching other contaminated objects when you can't immediately wash your hands.
Stock up on medications, food, and other essentials you may need in the event of quarantine. If you are a Senior, please ask a younger family member or friend to pick items up for you.
Stay Home! If you must go out, wear a cloth mask and gloves.
Wear a mask or face covering while inside a retail establishment or while riding public transportation. It's a gubernatorial executive order in Maryland effective Saturday, April 18, 2020.
Check on your fellow Metropolitan loved ones (especially our Seniors) and show them how much you CARE! Utilize apps like REALM, FaceTime, and Skype to connect.
