Sunday Morning Worship on March 13     

9 & 11 a.m.  

"Did Jesus Exist?"

Rev. Karen Thompson

John 21:20-25

Peter turned and saw the disciple whom Jesus loved following them; he was the one who had reclined next to Jesus at the supper and had said, "Lord, who is it that is going to betray you?" When Peter saw him, he said to Jesus, "Lord, what about him?" Jesus said to him, "If it is my will that he remain until I come, what is that to you? Follow me!" So the rumor spread in the community that this disciple would not die. Yet Jesus did not say to him that he would not die, but, "If it is my will that he remain until I come, what is that to you?"

This is the disciple who is testifying to these things and has written them, and we know that his testimony is true. But there are also many other things that Jesus did; if every one of them were written down, I suppose that the world itself could not contain the books that would be written. 

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Lent at MCC Austin

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Our theme for this Lent is "I Wonder as I Wander," and on each Sunday we will explore one of the difficult questions of Christianity--the things that we "wonder" about.

The Sundays in Lent

Mar 13 - "Did Jesus Exist?"

Mar 20 - "Why Do Good Things Happen to Bad People?"

Mar 27 - "Is Christianity the Only Way to God?"

Apr 3 - "Science and Christianity"

Apr 10 - "The Doctrine of Original Sin"

Apr 17- "Palm Sunday The Question of Free Will"

Holy Week

April 20 - Seder Dinner (a traditional Jewish Passover meal)

April 22- Good Friday  "What about Heaven and Hell?"

Easter

April 24- "What about Resurrection?"

LGBT Parenting: "Out" Parenting in a Straight World     

Saturday, March 19 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

The cost is $5 per person and $10 per family. 

Lunch will be served and childcare is available. 

Do you have questions about:

• Making the decisions about how to create your family?
• Talking to children about our nontraditional families?
• Interfacing with grandparents, schools, workplaces, etc. as nontraditional parents?
• Conflict resolution and collaboration in families with more than two parents or with parents who are not also romantic partners?
• Keeping the romance alive with children in the picture?
• When to seek help?

Or would you just like to hear some encouraging words and share some stories about what you've done that's working? This workshop will explore these issues and more! To register, please contact Courtney Webster in the church office (512.291.8601) or by email. 

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New Member Class                

Wednesday, March 23 at 7 p.m.

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. If you're interested in attending the class, please register to Courtney Webster, by email or by calling the church [291-8601]. Please include your first and last name, email, and the best contact number for you.    

Boundaries Workshop

Saturday, March 26

from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Ever have trouble saying no to people who take advantage of you? Every have trouble saying yes to people who sincerely want to help you? Every found yourself unable to set limits on the time, energy, or resources you spend on others? Ever accept unfair or even abusive behavior because you'd rather do that than show your anger or risk a confrontation?

If you've ever felt any of these things--especially if you've felt them because they cause conflict with what you believe is the "Christian" thing to do, this workshop is for you.

Rev. Karen and Rev. Alycia will lead this two part workshop. You can register by emailing Courtney Webster.

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People of African Descent Conference

2011 MCC Conference for:

People of African Descent, Our Friends and Allies

Loving Ourselves into Liberation

19-21 May 2011

The Fairmont in Washington, DC

Since 1998, the MCC Conference for People of African Descent, Our Friends and Allies has been a landmark MCC event. While being firmly rooted in the African-American cultural experience, the MCC PAD Conference is for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, or nationality.

The 2011 PAD Conference theme LOVING OURSELVES INTO LIBERATION reflects our commitment to continue our rise from victimhood to victory and to lift others as we climb. To inform and empower us to reach higher heights, workshops and keynote speakers will focus on physical, political, and spiritual health and wholeness. Worship will inspire us to celebrate the fullness of who we are and to embrace the fullness of who God has liberated us to be.

The Chair of the 2011 PAD Conference is Rev. Candy Holmes. The Planning Committee includes conference hosts representing MCC and The Fellowship congregations in the Washington, DC area and volunteers from across the United States. The Human Rights Campaign is also working with us to offer you the largest and most powerful PAD Conference experience to date.

You will not want to miss the 2011 PAD Conference.

Register now by Clicking Here!

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• For all who struggle with cancer and their loved ones.  
• For our Building Team and General Contractor as they finalize building plans for our new building.  
• For our GLBT brothers and sisters around the world who live in fear of violence and discrimination because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.     

National Wellness Institute Webinars Presents

Opening Our Doors: Providing competent and caring health and wellness services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.

Presenters: Lis Maurer, CWP, CFLE, CSE, and Maureen Kelly, CFLE, CSE
Date: Monday, March 21, 2011
Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. CST

Continuing Education Available!

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