March 25, 2011  
In This Issue
40 Days of Power
Ministry Announcements
Congratulations to Delta Sigma Theta
Family Matters
Check Your Statements Online
MBC Week at a Glance
Happy Birthday!
Summer Camp at the Metropolitan Day School
Job Opportunities
Scholarships and Other Opportunities
Quick Links
Member Login

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The Refiner's FireReligion is not a nagging parent, nor is it a report card keeping track of our achievements and failures and grading our performance.

 

Religion is a refining fire, helping us get rid of everything that is not us, everything that distorts, dilutes or compromises the persons we really want to be, until only our authentic selves remain.

 

-Harold Kushner

 

See you on Sunday!

 

Your Metropolitan Baptist Church Family

40 Days of Power!

WAIT ON THE LORD!

March 9 - April 26, 2011


Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.  Psalm 27:14


Seven Spiritual Gifts of WaitingTeaching Tool:  Seven Spiritual Gifts of Waiting by Holly W. Whitcomb.  Books can be pre-ordered for $14.00.  Stop by the CDC table to place your order.

 

Conference Call Number for Morning Glory Daily Prayer and
Noon-Day Prayer for Senior Saints:  1-888-617-3400; Participant Code: 459716.

 

Morning Glory Daily Prayer Conference Call 

Monday - Friday (March 9 - April 26) 6:00 - 6:30 AM
Rev. Adriane Blair Wise

 

Tuesday Morning Prayer Service

6:00 AM Prayer Service (PUSH) - R Street Ministries

 

Tuesday Night Bible Study  

7:30 p.m. in Largo
March 29 The Third Gift of Waiting: Living in the Present    
Rev. Brenda Girton-Mitchell 

 

Wednesday Noon Prayer Service with Senior Saints

March 30 - Living in the Present - (please call in at 11:55) 

 

Download the full schedule. 

 Ministry Announcements 

Toastmasters Open House 

M.B.C. Toastmasters a "2010 President's Distinguished Club" of Toastmasters International and a "2010 Perfect Ten Club" for District 36, is hosting an Open House on Monday, March 28, 2011, at  R St Ministries  1210 R St  NW (entrance on Vermont Avenue - lower level) at 7:15p.m. 

 

EFH 2010 WinnerAttention All 2011 High School Graduates - Class of 2011 

The Christian Discipleship Council invites you to register for the Eleanor Frazier Hicks Oratorical Contest for an opportunity to earn scholarship awards. Contestants must be a graduating high school senior and an active member of Metropolitan Baptist Church. The Entry deadline is Monday April 11th, 2011. To register and further information, please contact the contest Chair, Anthony Robinson arob06@gmail.com 

 

CDI Spring 2011CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP INSTITUTE

March 12 - May 20, 2011


BECOMING A SUPERLATIVE CHRISTIAN:  God's Not Finished With Me Yet! I'm not saying that I have this all together; that I have it made.  But I am well on my way; reaching out for Christ, who has so wondrously reached out for me.  Friends, don't get me wrong:  By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I've got my eye on the goal, where god is beckoning us onward - to Jesus.  I'm off and running and I'm not turning back.  Philippians 3:13-14 (The Message). You may Download the Course Guide, Download the Registration Form, or register online

 

 

Getting Married?

The Premarital Workshop for engaged and pre-engaged couples will be held on April 8-9, 2011 at Miracle Plaza.  The registration deadline is April 4.  For details and registration please contact Dr. Sherrill McMillan at 301-333-1765 or mbccounsel@aol.com
 

MBC Step TeamSupport Our Steppers TOMORROW!

Please come out and support the Alpha and Omega Steppers as they compete in Stomp D.A.T 2011 on March 26th at 4 PM in Cramton Auditorium at Howard University. Stomp D.A.T features teams from area schools and youth-based community groups in serious competition to educate youth about the dangers of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. Please come out and support our youth as they seek to do this and minister about Christ. Tickets are $15 in advance and can be purchased through Ticketmaster. Download the flyer! 

 

New Disciples - Baptism, April 16, 2011

Baptism will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at Tenth Street Baptist Church.  All baptism candidates are asked to arrive by 9:15 A.M. in order to dress and prepare for baptism.  Baptism and worship service will begin at 10:00 A.M.  Tenth Street Baptist Church is located at 1000 R Street Northwest Washington D.C., DC 20001-5017.  Please contact Servant Tina Long to confirm your participation and receive additional instructions at TinaLong428@aol.com or (703) 772-2849.
 

 

 

MDS Lion King Metropolitan Day School Lion King Tickets Available

The Metropolitan Day School presents "The Lion King" a tale of Friendship, Honor, Strength and Courage. Choreographed and Directed by Amina Abdul-Rahim. Live music and vocals by Shirleen Brown-Newman on April 2, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. at 1400 First St. Nw, Washington, DC.

 

Tickets: $10.00.

 

Tickets can be purchased in the Main Office at MDSMST or at the Front Door the Day of the Play! You may also see Servant Chrissie Nash.


Congratulations to Metropolitan's Delta Sigma Theta Sorors

 Delta Sigma Theta Sorors and Pastor Hicks

Sorors  of Delta Sigma Theta who celebrated Sisterhood Month on March 13, 2011 with their Metropolitan family and Pastor and Mrs. Hicks. Visit our Facebook page to view more photos 

Family Matters

Dear Pastor Hicks,

There are no words to convey my gratitude to you, the Diaconate and my Metropolitan Family, for your love and support during my illness and recovery over the last year.  Even now my fellow Servants take extra care to make sure I have transportation to worship.  I am never without a hug or a welcoming handshake.  Knowing others truly care for you really is a gift from God.  My life is full and blessed because of my Metropolitan Family;  I thank God for you.

 

God bless you always, 

 

Servant Harry Thompson 

 

  

Prayer Request

 

Elder Odean Horne was readmitted to the hospital on Wednesday evening.  Elder Sarah Horne said he is doing well this morning and in great spirits; however, the doctors are insisting that there be no visitors or calls.  Please continue to keep him and Elder Sarah in your prayers.  God is faithful.

 
 

Richard Smallwood Don't Miss Richard Smallwood in Concert 

The Balm In Gilead invites you to attend one of the most exciting, historical moments in 2011!  

 

 

 

On Friday, March 25, 2011, The Balm In Gilead will honor the leadership and legacy of the International Missionary Presidents of the three historical Black Methodists denominations at The Ritz-Carlton-Tysons Corner in McLean, VA at 7:00 pm.   

 

 

This event will feature our own Legendary Gospel Artist Richard Smallwood and Vision.

 

 

 

 

Event Website: www.Gala2011.com

 

 

  

Mariah Maxwell Senior RecitalCongratulations to Mariah Maxwell!

Mariah Maxwell will be graduating from Howard University this Spring. Her Senior Recital will be held at Howard University's Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel on March 28, 2011 at 7:00 PM and  her Metropolitan family is invited to attend. 

 

Mariah is the daughter of son of Metropolitan and former Youth and Men's Ministry leader Rev. Melvin M. Maxwell and Cherry Maxwell. She currently plays the piano for Metropolitan's Holliman Memorial Children's Choir and the Young People's Choir. 

 

 

Download the flyer!  

 

 

 

 

Check Your Statements Online
ACS Sign In FormTax Season is here! Most of our members have probably received their statements in the mail. If you did not, or you want to track your 2011 giving, you can check your statement online. Register for or Login to our Members Only Database to view your giving or to update your contact information.
MBC Week at a Glance

March 27

7:30 AM to 10:00 AM Worship P Street Armstrong Campus at 1st & P
7:30 AM to 12:00 PM Worship (Holy Communion) 1st & P Servant's Room
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Sunday School Bible Explorers 1& P Caf2
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Sunday School 3rd floor boardroom

 

March 28

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Street Ministry R Street Ministries in Logan Station
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Music Ministry (Men) MDS Multipurpose Room
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Articles of Faith (Part II) Miracle Plaza, 3rd Floor
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Music Ministry (Magnificat Adult) Miracle Plaza - Other
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Music Ministry (CC) Miracle Plaza (Largo)
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Signs of Praise Metropolitan Day School Classroom
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM PUSH Ministry Metropolitan Day School - To be determin
7:15 PM to 9:00 PM Toastmasters R Street Ministries in Logan Station

 

March 29

 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM Tuesday Morning Prayer R Street Ministries in Logan Station
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Senior Fitness Exercise R Street Ministries in Logan Station
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Children's Rehearsal Music Ministry Room at Miracle Plaza
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Teen Bible Study Miracle Plaza, 3rd Floor
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Church-wide Bible Study Armstrong Campus at 1st & P

 

March 30

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Noon-Day Adult Bible Study Metropolitan Day School Classroom
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Noon-Day Senior Adult Bible Study  
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM The Basis of Biblical Greek 2nd Fl Boardroom at Miracle Plaza
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Spreading the Gospel in 140 char Miracle Plaza, Pastor's Outer Office
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Music Ministry (YAFE) Miracle Plaza (Largo)
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Music Ministry (Magnificat Youth) Music Ministry Rm Miracle Plaza
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Music Ministsry (SC) MDS Multipurpose Room

 

March 31

6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Joyful Sound Music Ministry Room at Miracle Plaza
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Women's Bible Study Miracle Plaza, Room 150
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Healath Watch R Street Ministries in Logan Station

 

April 1

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Resounding Praise Miracle Plaza (Largo)
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Women's Miniistry Book Club Miracle Plaza, Room 150

 

April 2

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM New Disciples 2nd Fl Boardroom at Miracle Plaza
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM School for Prophets Miracle Plaza, 3rd Floor
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Alpha and Omega Step Team Miracle Plaza - Other
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM New Psalmists Music Ministry Room at Miracle Plaza
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM Cherubs Miracle Plaza (Largo)
10:30 AM to 1:00 PM New Disciples Ministry Miracle Plaza, Room 150
11:00 AM to 1:30 PM Girl Scouts R Street Ministries in Logan Station
11:00 AM to 5:00 PM Day School Lion King Play CAPCS
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Pastor's Partners

 

Happy Birthday!

Best wishes to the following Metropolitan members who will celebrate birthdays next week.
 

March 27

Ms. Neaclesa Anderson

Mr. William Saunders

 

March 28

Ms. Linda Harrison
Mrs. Janis Nix

 

March 29

Dr. Muriel Kennedy
Ms. Krystal Speed
Ms. Shashrina Thomas
Mrs. Sharon Thornton

March  30
Ms. Courtney Fitzhugh

Mr. Willis Mitchell, Jr.

Ms. Linda Scope

Ms. Angela Washington

 

March 31
 
Ms. La Saundra Estelle
Ms. E.E. Bernice Mills
Ms. Bernadette White

 

 

April 1
Dr. Alexandra King
Ms. April Young

 

April 2
Mrs. Patricia Adkins
Mrs. Othello Arthur
Ms. Agnes Lewis
Dr. Denee Mwendwa
Ms. Francine Williams

Summer Camp at the Metropolitan Day School

Metropolitan Day School LogoThe Metropolitan Day School of Mathematics, Science and Technology Summer Enrichment Program 2011

For Ages 3 - 12 covering Literature, Athletics, Character Building, Crafts, Field Trips, Mathematics, Performing Arts, Swimming and Science.  Tennis (ages 5-12)


2 SNACKS DAILY and LUNCH EVERY FRIDAY. Parents may register their child(ren) for one or all sessions:


Session 1   June 20 - July 1
Session 2   July 5 - July 15
Session 3    July 18 - July 29
Session 4   August 1 - August 12


The cost for each session is $200.  Before care (7AM - 8AM) is an additional $10 per day and must be requested in advanced.  The program runs from 8AM - 6PM.


Download the Summer Camp Flyer and MDS Summer Camp Application

 

 Job Opportunities

The information below is provided by the Metropolitan Community Development Corporation (MCDC) Employment Services Program. Note, the MCDC does not guarantee employment with any of the companies featured in the Daily Bread. Please apply directly to the featured employers on your own and make sure you meet the eligibility criteria set by the companies to qualify for these positions.  

 

Administrative Assistant/Operations Clerk

SENTEL Corp - Alexandria, VA
SENTEL Corporation is seeking an technically qualified, energetic individuals to serve in, Administrative Assistant / Operations Clerk, positions providing Integrated Logistical Support Services (ILSS) in support of Army Material Command's, Army Sustainment Command (ASC) and other Government agency and/or other branches of the Armed Services worldwide. View job details.  


Asst-Assoc Professor of Counseling 

Marymount University - Arlington, VA
Applicants should demonstrate a professional interest and teaching experience in the following areas: testing and assessment, research methodologies, theories of counseling, and/or multicultural counseling. The applicant will also be required to advise students, participate in University service requirements, and engage in active scholarship. View Listing.


Assistant CTS 

Washington, DC
Event Services provide convention, event and trade show management worldwide through the expertise of our meeting professionals, who manage every facet and detail of our client organizations' events. Apply online.

 

Part-time Learning Links AmeriCorps Volunteer

 GLC has four full-time and two part-time AmeriCorps Volunteer positions available for the time period of August 2011 - August 2012. Part-time Corps Members will work closely with full-time members who will be dividing their time and effort across three sites and serve as a primary link across the different aspects of children's lives: the school day, after school, and community to ensure continuity of services for the children and families GLC serves. View listing

 

Youth Job Fair

 Silver Spring Civic Building
Montgomery County Dept of Economic Dev. March 26, 2011
www.Letsgetitstartedyouthjobfair.com

 

Job Seekers Drop-In Clinic

Juanita E.Thornton/Shepherd Park Library.
Tuesdays, March 15, 22, 29 from 10:00am to 12noon.


The clinic provides hands-on support for basic activities in an online job  search.
Create an email account, Create a Monster.com account, Start a resume, Work on an online application For information please visit our website at www.dclibrary.org/jobseekers or call
202-541-6100 

 

Scholarships and Other Opportunities

College Graduate DiplomaThe Bowie State University Future STEM Scholars

The Bowie State University Future STEM Scholars (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) residential program is open to currently enrolled Prince George's County Public School students who will be entering the 6th, 7th, 8th or 9th grade in the Fall of 2011. Importantly, students must have maintained an average grade of "B" or better in their STEM studies.

 

The BSU-FSS two-week, residential program will be held on the Bowie State University campus from July 5, 2011 to July 15, 2011. Participants will be exposed to a variety of scientific experiments and discussions. Participants will also participate in field excursions related to science.

 

Students and parents/guardians should review the Program calendar (link below) to make sure that they will be able to attend and meet all the required classes, ceremonies, check-in and check-out times.


https://sites.google.com/a/pgcps.org/bsu-fss/home/attachments


Visit Parents and PGCPS at: http://parentsandpgcps.ning.com/?xg_source=msg_mes_network
 

For questions or comments contact Danielle Lucid at: 301-860-3881 dlucid@bowiestate.edu
 

OUR MISSION
 
The mission of the Metropolitan Baptist Church ministries is to bring persons into a saving and redemptive relationship as disciples of Jesus Christ. We are a Spiritual body whose only foundation is the Word of God. We fulfill our ministry as we proclaim and teach, pray and worship, forgive and reconcile. As we live by Christ's example, we empower others to carry out the commands of God. We seek only to be God's servants as agents of healing and wholeness in a wounded and fragmented world.