iWork - How to Win at Work
We just finished a great series called iWork! In this series, Pastor David shared a plethora of practical wisdom about “how we can win at work”. Throughout the series, we learned helpful principles for all different areas of our work life, such as how to deal with the cranky coworkers (do you have any of those?) and how to get renewed and inspired again when you are feeling burnout. Pastor David used the trials and triumphs of the Old Testament characters Elijah and Joshua to illustrate godly principles for success at work. DC Metro also had the treat of hearing Pastor Taryn preach about what it means to live and work with God-confidence.
During this series, Pastor David focused on the God-first principle found in Colossians 3:23, which reminds us that whatever work we are called to do, we can do it for the glory of God! In the Christian classic Practicing His Presence, Brother Lawrence, a monk who lived in the 1700s wrote about how he learned to wash dishes all day long for the glory of God. Even the most mundane and monotonous tasks can become a noble calling if they are done to honor God! Whether you are a high powered office executive, a loving stay-at-home mom, or a diligent student, your work is extremely significant and an act of worship to the Lord if you are working for His glory. Get pumped for our next series called “Essentials”, which begins May 11th. If you would like to know the three critical essentials that can take your life to the next level, this series is for you!
The Town of Potomac Outreach
Did you know the Del Ray area was formerly called “the town of Potomac” before it was annexed to the city of Alexandria? This Saturday, May 3 is the Centennial Parade and celebration of the town of Potomac, and we have the great honor of organizing all the children’s events and games. A group of the servant-hearted DC Metro men got together last Saturday to build a number of fun games for the children. For those of you that have always dreamed of being on The Price is Right, we have the game Plinko! We were so excited when we were asked to be a part of this event because it is a great opportunity for DC Metro to love on the community of Del Ray. DC Metro feels called to be a church without walls that is actively involved in reaching out to the community. If you are interested in volunteering, we would love to have you join us. Please contact Julie Lee at julee@dcmetrochurch.org or call 703-888-1178.
Metro Groups
Spring Metro Groups were a great success. Metro Groups have become the life blood of DC Metro because they provide a place where people can connect in meaningful relationships and grow deeper in their walk with God through having thought provoking discussion about the Sunday morning message. At DC Metro, we believe transformation happens best in the context of authentic relationships. It has been encouraging to hear the numerous testimonies about how God has used Metro Groups to bring transformation and renewal.
Susan Elliot shared about how Metro Groups have impacted her family’s life, “We have been blown away by how swiftly God brought a strong sense of community into our lives through our Metro Group. We walked into a group of amazing people who were authentically sharing themselves with each other. My sons Isaiah and Ian have already found a sense of community and belonging through the junior and senior high ministries run by David Goochee. Our whole family has been overwhelmed by how we have been embraced by Metro Groups and our new DC Metro family.” Don’t miss the opportunity for community, growth, and fun. Our new summer Metro Groups will be launching the last week in May. Signs up will begin in a couple of weeks.
A DC Metro Dream Teamer Goes to India
We are pleased to announce that one of our very own, Bill McCulley (aka “Wild Bill”), is going to India for two and a half months as a missionary. He is going to train in the area of microfinancing, which is a way to help the poor manage their money and start their own businesses so that they will not get sold into slavery or prostitution. He feels this is a way that as a Christian he can meet their “felt need” of escaping poverty so that he can have the opportunity to meet their truest need, which is to know Jesus. After the church prayed for him in service last week, Bill asked for us to continue to for him and the adventure the Lord is calling them on. The preferred portal for all your Bill McCulley news is his blog, which will be launched next week at bmcculley.wordpress.com.
Note from Pastor David
It is such a privilege to worship and serve our incredible God with you. Since Easter, we have been in an exciting time of growth in our ministry together. I have renewed excitement and vision about where the Lord is leading us as a church after attending the ARC conference recently in Birmingham, Alabama. ARC is a church planting organization that helped launch DC Metro and that has been a tremendous support and encouragement to our church.
We have partnered with ARC to launch many other life-giving churches all around the country this year. It is wonderful to be a part of such a well led organization that has the same vision for impacting culture and advancing God’s kingdom through the local church that is real, relevant, and enjoyable. God is moving in incredible ways all over our country, and we are blessed to be a part of His plan. I am so thankful to be called with you to influence our nation’s capital because I truly believe that the spiritual climate of DC impacts the rest of our nation. May our God continue to lead us in His vision of building a God-first culture all around the DC Metro area that will reach far beyond our capital.
We love you guys!
Pastors David & Taryn Stine
Lead Pastors of DC Metro Church
May 3rd - City of Potomac Parade Outreach
May 4th - INTRO directly following the 10 am service
May 11th - The Essentials: Of Life - An Exciting New Series, Coming Soon!
