This Sunday

Science and Belief in God
Sunday, July 6, 9 a.m., Parlor
Even though most of us have strong beliefs and adequate answers to their shallow challenges, many Christians have been concerned about the popularity of books that have been published in recent years by such “radical atheists” as Dawkins, Harris, and Hutchins. The Science and Religion class invites those from the congregation and the community to join them Sunday mornings for open and far-reaching discussions regarding these issues. The class will meet during July and August at 9 a.m prior to the joint worship service at 10 a.m.

During the summer months the focus will be on some of the essays in the new publication from the Templeton Foundation Press called “Does Science make belief in God obsolete?” Of particular interest is the third essay in the booklet authored by Dr. William D. Philips, the United Methodist physicist who was honored as a Nobel Laureate for his work at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Dr. Philips is an active member of his congregation in Gaithersburg, the Fairhaven United Methodist Church, and he spoke at Metropolitan on several occasions in our Science and Religion Series in 2002-2003. The members of the Science and Religion class have arranged to have copies of this stimulating booklet available to anyone in the congregation. We urge you to look for this booklet in the narthex or in the foyer, and if you wish to join the class during the summer, please drop by the parlor any Sunday at 9 a.m.

 

"Grounds for Discussion"
Sunday, July 6, 11 a.m., Great Hall
Join Dr. Charles Parker in the Great Hall for “Grounds for Discussion:” A discussion session about that Sunday's sermon in the Great Hall.

 

Looking Ahead

Catch the Joy! Summer Thursdays at Metropolitan
Thursdays, 7 p.m., Great Hall
Join us Thursday evenings in July and August for a time to catch your breath, experience some different styles of worship, learn some new hymns and songs, and worship with friends and neighbors. Maybe you are traveling on the weekends and can’t join us on Sunday mornings, maybe you just need something a little extra. You’ll find this and more at Metropolitan.

Our Thursday evening service is casual, come-as-you-are. Whether you are rushing from work or escaping the summer heat with your kids, the Great Hall is cool! Come early and walk the labyrinth; stay late for lemonade and cookies. Children are welcome! We don’t have a nursery or childcare but we love their joyful noise.

Our first Thursday, July 3 will be a good old-fashioned hymn sing. Let us know your favorites and we’ll be sure to include them. Look forward to other worship services led by our ASP and VIM teams, Clown Communion, Taize, and more. Hope to see you there.

 

Youth Events! Youth Fellowship - Tuesdays on the Town Tuesday, July 8, 6 p.m. Come hang out with Jimmy Sherrod, our new Minister of Youth and New Worship! This week we'll meet at the church and then take a trip down to the National Mall. Youth: please be sure to eat first, and bring some money for a drink or ice cream. Parents: We plan to be back at the church by 9 p.m., but please give us a 15 minute window for travel time.   Three parties for youth and parents to welcome Jimmy Sherrod, Minister of Youth and New Worship, and his wife Lesli Bales-Sherrod DC Youth and Parents July 13, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m., Metropolitan Memorial Youth and Parents from DC are invited to come and enjoy an ice cream party! RSVP to Anita Seline at or Martha Mizroch.   VA Youth and Parents July 27, 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m., The Davis' Home 7804 Foxhound Road, McLean, VA  22102 Youth and Parents from VA are invited to come and enjoy burgers and ice cream! RSVP to Linda Davenport or Mary Davis.   MD Youth and Parents August 17 (time and location to be determined) Pam and Kevin Settlage are hosting a party for the youth and parents of MD. Please RSVP Pam Settlage.   All Youth Party! July 20, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., The Parker's Home 7137 7th Street, NW, Washington DC  20012 All youth of the church are invited to come and swim and play tennis and games at the home of Jeannine and Charlie Parker. RSVP to Helen Simon.

 

Prayer Shawl Ministry
Join us for a wonderful time of fellowship and ministry! Questions? Contact Annette Fletchall.

•July 15, 1:30 p.m. - Conference Room
•July 20, 11:30 p.m. - Conference Room*

*Please note the time change.

 

UMW Craft Day
Saturday, July 19, 9 a.m., Great Hall
Looking for a cool activity on a hot summer day? Catch the Creative Spirit at the UMW Craft Day! Come join Metropolitan’s UMW Saturday, July 19 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. to make crafts for the fall bazaar. There will be a variety of projects to work on in the Great Hall. Everyone is welcome – from the novice to the experienced. Drop by for an hour or stay the whole morning. Talented (and patient) crafters in our congregation will lead several activities:

            -Sew classic Raggedy Ann dolls

            -Bead earrings, bracelets and necklaces

            -Make beautiful cards and bookmarks

            -Create picture frames and Christmas ornaments…and much more!

There will be plenty of coffee and light snacks available to fuel your creativity. Join in the fun and fellowship – all for a good cause!

 

 

UMCOR Myanmar Disaster Relief
If you would like to contribute financially to the relief efforts occurring right now in Myanmar (formally known as Burma) due to the damage from the cyclone and resulting tidal wave, contributions can be made to UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief). In the memo section of the check write: “advance #3019674, Myanmar emergency.” Checks may be sent directly to UMCOR, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 330, New York, NY 10115 or to the Conference Treasurer at BWC and they will then forward the funds to UMCOR. For more information click here.

 

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