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A Bible Study on Prayer

By Bryan Byun on October 3, 2010

Prayer

Richard J. Foster says that coming to prayer is like coming home. “Nothing feels more right, more like what we are created to be and to do. ”

Prayer can move us inward into personal transformation, upward toward intimacy with God, and outward to minister to others. If you are interested in discovering a deeper understanding and practice of prayer, then join the Wednesday night Study Group at MCCA.

Group will meet the first and third Wednesday, beginning October 6, from 6:15 – 7:00 pm. All are welcome to attend this group – no experience necessary!

Come and find your heart’s true home through this study on prayer!

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Come Out Come Out Show

By Bryan Byun on October 3, 2010

Come Out come OutIf you want to see some of the best talent in New Mexico make plans now for the Come Out Come Out Show at the National Hispanic Cultural Center on Saturday, October 16. This is always a sell-out show so purchase your tickets now!

More information at Sinatra Devine Productions.

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Fellowship Sunday

By Bryan Byun on October 1, 2010

Rev. Elder Troy PerryOctober is the month we celebrate the founding of MCC Churches by the Rev. Elder Troy Perry in October 1968! During the month of October our worship will include something about MCC Churches – how we began and where we are headed!

On October 10th we will receive a special offering for the work and ministry of MCC Churches. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing ministry of MCC Churches.

Click to hear a message from our Moderator, the Rev. Elder Nancy Wilson.

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A Preview of Sermons to Come

By Bryan Byun on October 1, 2010

Preaching Themes

October-December 2010

Life Lessons from David & Goliath

October 3 – Facing Our Giants (with New Members joining)
October 10 – The Giant of Depression/Grieving (with New Members joining)
October 17 – The Giant of Stress/Procrastination

Fall Stewardship Campaign

October 24 – Our theme is “A Hope Worth Giving”
October 31 – A Hope Worth Giving: Stewardship #2
November 7 – A Hope Worth Giving: Stewardship #3

Drawing to an End of a Season

November 14 – Signs of the Times: Luke 21:5-19
There are three ways that reading the “signs of the times” can speak to us as we enter the preparation time of Advent once again.

  1. It is time to look at our relationship with God.
  2. It is time to step away from the worries of daily living.
  3. It is time to center ourselves spiritually.

November 21 – Christ the King Sunday: Final Sunday in Year C

Season of Advent

November 28 – First Sunday of Advent
December 5 – Second Sunday of Advent
December 12 – Third Sunday of Advent
December 19 – Fourth Sunday of Advent

Preaching Themes
October-December 2010

Life Lessons from David & Goliath

October 3 – Facing Our Giants (with New Members joining)

October 10 – The Giant of Depression/Grieving (with New Members joining)

October 17 – The Giant of Stress/Procrastination
Fall Stewardship Campaign

October 24 – Our theme is “A Hope Worth Giving”

October 31 – A Hope Worth Giving: Stewardship #2

November 7 – A Hope Worth Giving: Stewardship #3

November 14 – Signs of the Times: Luke 21:5-19
There are three ways that reading the “signs of the times” can speak to us as we enter the preparation time of Advent once again.

1. It is time to look at our relationship with God.
2. It is time to step away from the worries of daily living.
3. It is time to center ourselves spiritually.

November 21 – Christ the King Sunday: Final Sunday in Year C
Season of Advent

November 28 – First Sunday of Advent

December 5 – Second Sunday of Advent

December 12 – Third Sunday of Advent

December 19 – Fourth Sunday of Advent

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Labyrinth Walk: Wednesday, September 22nd

By Bryan Byun on September 8, 2010

Labyrinth

Come and walk the Labyrinth on Wednesday, September 22, from 6 pm until 7:30 pm.

The Labyrinth is a tool to use in contemplative prayer and meditation. Labyrinths are often confused with mazes. A maze has dead ends and blind alleys, while the labyrinth has only one path leading both in and out of the center.

The labyrinth is flat, one can always see the center. The destination is assured, so that the mind can be still and attentive.

Walking the labyrinth clears the mind and gives us insight into our spiritual journeys. The labyrinth does nothing on its own. It is simply a tool helpful for many people in deepening their prayer lives.

Each walk in and out of the labyrinth is a unique opportunity to meet our creative, loving God through contemplative prayer.

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