Mark 10:17-27
As Jesus was starting out on his way to Jerusalem, a man came running up to him, knelt down, and asked, "Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?" "Why do you call me good?" Jesus asked. "Only God is truly good. But to answer your question, you know the commandments: 'You must not murder. You must not commit adultery. You must not steal. You must not testify falsely. You must not cheat anyone. Honor your father and mother.'"

"Teacher," the man replied, "I've obeyed all these commandments since I was young." Looking at the man, Jesus felt genuine love for him. "There is still one thing you haven't done," he told him. "Go and sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me." At this the man's face fell, and he went away sad, for he had many possessions.

Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, "How hard it is for the rich to enter the Realm of God!" This amazed them. But Jesus said again, "Dear children, it is very hard to enter the Realm of God. In fact, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of God!" The disciples were astounded. "Then who in the world can be saved?" they asked. Jesus looked at them intently and said, "Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But not with God. Everything is possible with God."

As we begin to plan the events that will gather us all together to celebrate 35 years of blood, sweat, tears, joys, laughter, and community, we need your help to plan this wonderful occasion. If you are available to participate on the planning team or would like to contribute ideas for it, please contact Courtney Webster at the church or by email.

Holy Conversations:
An Invitation to Faithful Dialogue

God in My Life Faith Sharing Group  

This is a special invitation to all those who have recently become a members of MCC Austin. We are also inviting anyone who is able to join us as we eat, meet, and greet the new additions to our church family. We would love to share a meal and spend some time getting to know you. If you have any questions, please contact Brandy Baptiste or to sign up please contact Courtney Webster. 

 

The Other Side of the Rainbow: Domestic Partnership Planning on Your Terms
"...planning for the unexpected is the ultimate protection and the greatest gift you can give your family" 

Tracy L. Kasparek

MCC Austin on Saturday, September 11 from 1-3 p.m.

Whatever the size of your estate, you should decide where it goes. If you don't have a Will or a Trust, the State of Texas will dictate the distribution of your estate property. Unfortunately the State of Texas does not include your partner, whether for inheritance purposes, incapacity decision-making or other planning decisions. This seminar will discuss death and incapacity partner planning in spite of Texas' default laws, titling issues with your partner, and will also touch on other areas such as estate taxes, second parent adoption and cohabitation agreements. For more information on general planning or the presenter, Tracy L. Kasparek, Attorney at law, click here. For general questions or to register, please contact Courtney Webster by email or by calling the church.  

Come learn about the history of MCC Austin, what our current ministries are, and where God is calling us as a church for our future. You will also find out how to get involved in ways that are meaningful to you. We'll provide dinner. If you're interested in attending the class, please RSVP to Courtney Webster by email or by calling the church (512)291-8601. Please include your first and last name, email, and the best contact number for you.

 

Filipino MCCers on CNN
Members and officers of MCC Quezon City (Philippines) were part of the motorcade of the Ang Ladlad (Come Out), a national organization of the LGBT community active for the purposes of legislation, prior to the recent elections.
CNN was there observing the event and chose some MCCers to interview on the last day of the campaign. MCCQC is actively involving the political arena in the Philippines and participating in social activism as part of the Core Values of MCC globally.

MCC New York Charities Launched a New Mental Health Care Program
As part of their extensive program for queer runaway and homeless youth, MCCNY Charities has now added crucial mental health services for those young people.The mental health care program is under the direction of Dr. Andres Ricardo Schneeberger, chief resident psychiatrist at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.He brought together a dynamic team of experienced mental health professionals to provide such vital services as psychiatric evaluations, short-term therapy, case management, life skills training, social work services, psychiatric nurse practitioner services, and on-site medical services.
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La Buena Vida Concert and Silent Auction
Date: Sunday, August 22
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Cost: Adults - $15, Children under 12 - $5

On Sunday, August 22, the UCOH Music Ministry will host "La Buena Vida 2010," the 7th Annual Gospel Concert and Silent Auction.
The concert will feature our outstanding house band and Celebration! The Concert and Silent Auction is presented each year to raise funds to support our growing music program.

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