TWENTIETH SUNDAY
AFTER PENTECOST
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WORSHIP LIVE AT
10:00 AM
Music Led by NCCC QUARTET
Readings from:
Hebrews 4:12-16
Psalm 90:12-17
Rev. Steven Baines
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Missed Last week's Service? You can still watch virtually!
Music was led by the NCCC Quartet
Rev. Dr. Goines preached
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UPCOMING SUNDAY SCHOOL AND CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CLASSES
Sunday School Class
WATCHMEN
“Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the people of Israel,
so, hear the word I speak and give them warning from me.” Ezekiel 33:7
It is important to understand that all God’s saints are called to pray. We are all intercessors. The word intercessor is only found twice in the Bible, one of which refers to Jesus, our chief intercessor after the order of Melchizedek forever making intercession on our behalf. Every intercessor standing in the gap, like every saint, also has gifts, a destiny, and inheritance. Those who are called intercessors are being obedient and faithful to pray, decree, prophesy and do what the Father is saying and doing.
God’s watchmen are called to pray and act as intercessors when needed. The leaders within the Church are watchmen over the congregation. They follow the will of God and the call of God’s people to repentance when needed. But most importantly, watchmen are called to do the will of God. And by doing the will of God watchmen are called to serve God’s people. Watchmen must be in-tune with God enough to sense when His Holy Spirit is beginning to move, and His people must be prepared for what He is going to do. That may mean calling the Church to repentance, prayer, reconciliation, fasting and a host of other things we can do to prepare for a movement of God. This may also call for a correction or change within the Church itself. As Ezekiel was calling for change within Israel. There are times when God calls for a change within His Church – His people. Changes are not always traumatic, but changes can be met by resistance that can harm the Church of God if not done in a spiritual and prayerful manner.
A godly watchman is aware of the issues of the world but is led by the Spirit of God concerning what is applicable for the Church and what is not. Of course, there comes a time when enough is enough. We discover challenges and situations in the world that lead us to say, “this is not right.” This is not according to God’s Holy Word, and something must be done. [Note: This is caution number one, “You can be angry, but do not sin.”] So much in the world can make us angry, but it should not lead us to sin. My grandmother would call this type of anger “righteous indignation” when our anger stems from our personal agendas and not the wrongs that are perpetuated against others. We have all witnessed selfish acts such as the burning of abortion clinics and churches, the murdering and attacking of innocent gay and lesbian people, as well as people of color and the attacking of people due to their personal beliefs.
Continuing this Sunday, at 9:00 a.m., the following individuals will be leading us through their Christian journey as God’s Watchmen. Join us on ZOOM (Meeting ID: 837 4644 7719 Passcode: 780048) or in person in the atrium.
This sunday – Loretta Franklin
Sunday, October 17, 2021 – Reverend Steven Baines
Sunday, October 24, 2021 – Reverend Dr. Beverley Goines
Sunday, October 31, 2021 – Reverend Dr. Sharon Stanley Rea
Sunday, November 7, 2021 – Terri MalonE
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Christian Education Classes
The Book of Hebrews
Ever desired to be theologically prepared to engage Sunday sermons more deeply? Come discuss the Book of Hebrews on Wednesday evenings to prepare for the sermon series entitled “Listening to God” on Sundays in October. We’ll be using the book Hebrews: How Jesus Speaks into Everything by John D. Barry.
This four-week class continues next Wednesday at 6:30 pm.
Read the entire book of Hebrews (preferably in one sitting) to prepare for the first class. This class will be led by Rev. Beverly Goines, Ph.D.
Advent Mindfulness
Let’s try something new for Advent. Mindfulness. We’ll be using an Advent Mindfulness Calendar to focus on Advent and reduce the stress often associated with the Christmas season. Participants will do daily activities such as reading scripture, journaling, meditation, mindful eating, and breathing techniques. We’ll check-in on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm and encourage each other on this Advent journey.
This four-week mindfulness meeting date will be announced soon!
Register here for class updates, the link to purchase the book, and the Zoom link. This meeting will be led by Rev. Beverly Goines, Ph.D.
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“American Conversations; Racism, Immigration, Religion”
October 16, 2021
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at NCCC
"Salt and Light" is our bi-annual program of fellowship, worship, and spiritual reflection. All lay and clergy leaders, and friends of the Christian Church Capital Area, are invited to participate.
Registration, continental breakfast, and a long-overdue "Covid-19 protocol" reunion will start the day, followed by a welcome and invocation by host pastor Rev. Amy Grant, and introductions by Rev. Jeff Stinehelfer, Interim Regional Minister.
Mr. Jim Winkler, General Secretary and President of the National Council of Churches of the USA, will keynote on the topic "Making Good Trouble".
Rev. Aundreia Alexander, Esq., Associate General Secretary, Action and Advocacy for Justice and Peace, will keynote on the topic "Making MORE Good Trouble".
Our own Rev. Dr. Sharon Stanley-Rea will address current immigration imperatives, "Making Even More Good Trouble"!
All of our keynoters, and Rev. Belinda King, will participate in a panel reflection, moderated by Rev. Nathan Hill, on "How to be a GOOD trouble-maker!".
Afternoon workshops, focusing on racism, immigration, and religious perspectives, will expand on the day's general theme. Rev. Edwin Lloyd will join our keynoters and panelists as workshop leaders.
"Salt and Light" will conclude with worship and Holy Communion, with Rev. Grant presiding and Rev. Marcus Leathers preaching.
Come to learn! Come to listen! Come to pray together! Then go to act together for justice and peace!
The program is offered for in-person attendance OR virtual participation, but either way,
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PHANTOM OF THE OPERA AT NCCC!
On Saturday, October 30th, and Sunday October 31st, at 6:30pm, enjoy visuals from the original 1925 Phantom of the Opera movie (silent film) accompanied by local theater organist Tedde Gibson who will improvise on our organ during the film after opening with Bach’s famous Toccata and Fugue in d minor. Contact Steve Baines or Kevin Biggins, as NCCC has reserved a limited amount of tickets for our members/guests to attend one of the performances. For more details visit www.feverup.com/m/103134.
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See a name you know? Reach out to them an wish them blessings on another year! |
October 11- Taylor Tate
October 16- Mona Corneiro
October 21- Teresa Swihart
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VOLUNTEER FOR THE WEEKLY FOOD PANTRY! |
As the city begins to fully reopen and return to a new normal, National City's Food Pantry is in need of a few extra hands on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. People are needed to stock our shelves, pack the individual food bags, organize and clean the Food Pantry storage area, and most importantly, to meet and greet our homeless and working poor neighbors as we distribute more than 150 lunch bags weekly. If you have an hour or two to volunteer in one of our biggest outreach/service ministries, please contact Rev. Steven Baines at [email protected] or speak to Laurese Dancy and Lorraine Magnussen.
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SATURDAY PRAYER CALL
8:00 a.m. every Saturday
Join us for a time of reflection and expressing our prayer concerns to our community.
Dial In:
(267) 807-9601, Access Code 371015.
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Join us for the second half of our 2021 season of Music at Midday concerts.
Upcoming Recitalists:
October 15: Baltimore organist Wm. Glenn Osborne will perform a program of works in a variety of styles by composers from different nations, including Dietrich Buxtehude, Jehan Alain, Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, Olivier Messiaen, Dan Locklair, and Pietro A. Yon.
October 22: Organist Michael Stefanek (Salisbury, Maryland) will present a program of works by Norman Cocker, Charles Callahan, Seth Bingham, J. S. Bach, Joe Utterback, Billy Strayhorn, Alec Wyton, and Joseph Bonnet.
October 29: Organist Kelly Lenahan (Washington, D.C.) will perform works of great European composers J. S. Bach, Nadia Boulanger, Olivier Messiaen, Dietrich Buxtehude, and Eugène Gigout.
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National City Christian Church
5 Thomas Circle, NW, Washington, D.C. 20005
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