Metropolitan Community Church Las Vegas
a/c unit
Spreading the Light

Worship Schedule
Saturday
5:30pm Rainbow
Sunday
9am Joyful Morning
10am Hospitality HOUR
(Join us for fellowship & refreshments during the hour AFTER the first service or BEFORE the second service begins.)
11am NewSong

Rev. W. Wayne Lindsey
Senior Pastor

Rev. David Gillentine
Associate Pastor

Rev. George Balgan
Chaplain












Christmas Eve service @ 11pm



Dear Partner in Ministry,

2009 has been a year filled with both challenges and achievements at MCCLV. The faithfulness of God's people sustained our ministry together even in the face of declining revenues (rents) from our commercial property. The enclosed list of accomplishments would not have been possible without the support of many folks, like you. Thanks for your commitment to ensuring that there is a positive and affirming spiritual presence for our community in Southern Nevada.
 
Once again, we are preparing to celebrate the gift of God's Hope to the world through the birth of Jesus. Be sure to join us for our Christmas Eve service on Thursday, December 24th at 11pm as some of the finest talent in Las Vegas gathers to bless us with their gifts. Special musical guests will include Joan Sobel & Bruce Ewing (Phantom), Philip Fortenberry (Jersey Boys & Liberace Museum), Victorious (Tony Arias, Tim Searcy & Lloyd Ziel) and The MCCLV Chancel Choir. (Hospitality & Fellowship begins at 10pm.)

During this season of generosity and giving, please consider taking advantage of the opportunity to help us complete our financial obligations for 2009 and to ensure a strong foundation for ministry as we begin the new year. Our year-end goal is to raise $15,000 to underwrite the cost of continuing this important witness for the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Please review the list (see Ministry Opportunities, below) of  potential giving levels and consider the possibility of making an appropriate donation above and beyond your regular tithes that will touch and change lives. Contributions received before December 31st are tax-deductible for this year. For your added convenience, online donations are now possible by clicking HERE.
 
Thank you for empowering our mission of continuing to be able to spread's God's Light and Love. With God's help and your support, we look forward to an even greater year of ministry together in 2010.

Blessings,
 
Rev. W. Wayne Lindsey
Senior Pastor
Ministry Opportunities

Please consider making a year-end gift at one of the following levels. To reach our goal of $15,000 we need:
 
2 gifts of $2500 for a total of $5000
3 gifts of $1000 for a total of $3000
5 gifts of $500 for a total of $2500
9 gifts of $250 for a total of $2250
12 gifts of $100 for a total of $1200
21 gifts of $50 for a total of $1050

52 gifts TOGETHER total $15,000

When the People of God join TOGETHER
and combine our gifts, then YOU are able to do great things to make a difference and
Change the World.
2009 Achievements & Accomplishments
  • MCCLV supplies 17 computers through laptop.org to assist with the education of children in the 50 poorest countries of the world. EXCEEDING our goal of 12 (one per month)
  • Successful Mother's Day "Panty Raid" collection of: 703 briefs, 208 pr. socks, 10 misc & 61 bras for mothers & their children seeking shelter from domestic violence
  • MCCLV purchases air conditioner for MCC Quezon City in the Philippines
  • MCCLV sends aid to the Philippines following severe floods
  • Lenten Benevolence Folder offering sets new record
  • Creating a Life that Matters (CLM) 10 people complete 2nd complete series bringing the total number of folks who have completed the entire 18 week series to 28.
  • 22 people register for Summer Bible Institute (SBI) course Praying Like Jesus
  • Christmas in July collects 495 bottles of water and 265 pop-top style snacks (plus misc. toiletries & $60 in gift cards) for Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth
  • Successful Summer Season of Prayer concludes 10 Weeks of prayer for the enhancement and extension of our outreach and ministry
  • Monthly Prayer Partner program features many denominational leaders & ministries
  • Improved communication via weekly email newsletter implemented
  • Email distribution list increases the number of valid/deliverable addresses by 40%
  • Expanded and improved birthday card and 1st-time guest follow-up
  • Right-wing protest generates additional media coverage and publicity
  • Sin Sity Sisters feature MCCLV on their August public service poster series
  • New Web presence
    • Updated, enhanced and redesigned Web Page at mcclv.com
    • Added Facebook page
    • Added Twitter feeds
    • Added online giving
    • Added email archieve
  • Project Homeless Connect MCCLV volunteers in record numbers for the 4th time
  • Members participate in Stratosphere "Gateway District" clean-up
  • MCCLV participates in "National Suit Drive" for the 2nd year
  • Saturday evening worship service celebrates 3rd anniversary
  • 30th Anniversary: Our Precious Pearl celebrates 3 Decades of Spreading the Light
    • Successful Anniversary Banquet exceeds expectations
    • 3rd Annual Angels in Action Awards recognizes and honors volunteers
    • NewSong Singers & Band, Chancel Choir & Tim Searcy provide music at Banquet
    • Special "Pearl of Great Price" Offering raises almost $5,000 to underwrite ministry
    • 2009 Volunteer of the Year: Marie Tasker
  • Guest Speakers
    • LA Walker (MLK Sunday)
    • Brad Rice (MCCLA Clergy Intern)
    • Rev. June Norris (30th Anniversary)
  • Special LaborNight service offers prayers for employment & the economy
  • Special PrayerNight service concludes successful season of prayer
  • Each One BRING One outreach on 5th Sundays features various musical guests and increases attendance
  • MCCLV receives Certificate of Excellence for Outreach in Region 6 of UFMCC
  • Combined worship attendance exceeds 7,000 for the year (Up 17% from 6,000 in 2008)
  • New attendance records set for:
    • Ash Wednesday
    • Good Friday
    • NewSong service
    • TransGender Day of Remembrance
  • Hospitality Team completes 52 weeks of Welcome and EXPANDS to a full hour between 10am and 11am
  • New improved options for automatic giving via electronic transfers, card processing and internet
  • Financial Systems upgraded and enhanced for efficiency & improved reporting
  • MCCLV among Top 20 Churches in the denomination for 6 months
  • Buy-A-Day program creates a new opportunity to sponsor a day of ministry and honor someone special
  • Building
    • Worship Entrance Patio enhanced with Sun Shades & "Red Carpet" Welcome
    • New MCC Logo updated on exterior sign
    • Stove installed in kitchen extends Hospitality options
    • New opportunities to serve through our clean-UP program
Advent / Christmas Flowers

White Poinsettia
Honor & Remember
Someone that you Love
 
Forms are now available on the info wall if you would like to donate flowers in honor of someone special. Or you may click here to contribute and designate your honoree ONLINE using your bank account or credit/debit card.

NOTE: Flower donations received on or after December 22nd are appreciated but it may not be possible to list them in the Christmas Eve bulletin due to printing deadlines. Thank You for your consideration.
Metropolitan Community Church Las Vegas
1140 Almond Tree LN
Las Vegas, Nevada 89104

Three Decades of
Spreading the Light!
Metropolitan Community Church is the largest and oldest Christian
church in Las Vegas with a primary affirming ministry to lesbians, gays, bisexuals, and transgender persons, along with their families, friends, and allies. Known as "The Human RightsChurch," MCC congregations are located in 27 countries around the world.