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Douglas Memorial Community Church 1325 Madison Avenue Baltimore, MD 21217

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VOLUME 10 ISSUE 3

The Douglas Legacy

Is the Quarterly Newsletter of

Douglas Memorial

Community Church

Evelyn A. Prettyman, Editor

Rev. Vivian Ferebee and

Thera Beasley, Copy Editors

Photographs: Rev. Lottie Sneed,

Jennifer White, Bernadette Green,

Lauretta Byers

What’s Been Happening 2

Jackie Wilder Honored 3

Church Calendar 3

Shirley Corbin 3

Black Nativity 4

Project HEAL 5

Meals on Wheels Needs

Volunteer

5

Family Ties Program 6

Happy Birthday 7

Crossword Puzzle 8

I N T H I S I S S U E

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From the Pastor’s Desk: “There is Good News” Over the past several months it seems that we have been inundated with bad news.

From the unrelenting street violence, failing school systems, racial hostilities, natural

disasters, and acrimonious politics to our personal and private challenges, it seems that

we have been pushed to the breaking point with bad news! In the midst of the unending

sequence of bad news, there is a more powerful message for today. This is the Advent

Season, and there is Good News!

As a matter of fact, the whole point of the message of Christmas is that there is good

news! I wonder if the shepherds watching their flocks felt the same way. You know,

they were just going about their business that day when the angel showed up with a

message. Life was rather routine, or so it seems. We, too, have been caught up in the

routine of life only to come to this season with the reminder that God has a message

for us today.

Here is the message—there is good news for your life! In spite of the challenges, or

even the routine realities of life, there is good news! The news is that God’s promise

has come to pass, Jesus Christ is born! That is good news. The Word of God has

become flesh, real enough to share in the experiences of our lives—good or bad. That

is good news! Most of all, the birth of Jesus ushers in the season of the gospel—which

means literally, “good news”.

In the days to come, celebrate family, share and exchange gifts, enjoy family meals. But

most of all, celebrate the good news that has come into our lives once again. Jesus

Christ is born! That is good news!!!

In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be

registered. This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria. All

went to their own towns to be registered. Joseph also went from the town of Nazareth in Galilee

to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, because he was descended from the house and

family of David. He went to be registered with Mary, to whom he was engaged and who was

expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for her to deliver her child. And she gave

birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a manger, because

there was no place for them in the inn.

In that region there were shepherds living in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by

night. Then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around

them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for see—I am

bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of

David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign for you: you will find a child

wrapped in bands of cloth and lying in a manger.” And suddenly there was with the angel a

multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and

on earth peace among those whom he favors!” Luke 2:1-14 NRSV

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VOLUME 10 ISSUE 3 The Douglas Legacy P A G E 2

What Else Has Been Happening at DMCC?

Deacon Willie and Deaconess Ruth Andrews are the parents

of our own Min. Earl Andrews, and are featured in the 2019

Community Inspiration Calendar, presented by the March

Family. The Andrews are members of Rising Mt. Zion Baptist

Church in Richmond VA. Read their inspiring story and

words of wisdom on the calendar’s September page.

Calendars are available in the Narthex and elevator lobby.

Picture Used with permission of March Funeral Homes

The Stewards held their annual Christmas Fellowship in

Founders’ Hall on Saturday, December 15, 2018. First row:

Janice Stewart, Audrey Gibson, Alice Sue Cooper-Lee, Chair-

person Thera Beasley, Mary Summers. Second row: Lerlene

McAllister, Barbara Alston, Carl Jackson, Theresa Carr, Shirley

Corbin

On Sunday, October 28, the newly formed Children’s

Choir closed the 10:30 am worship service, and deliv-

ered the Meditation. Under the direction of Sis. Joy

Dobson, they gave a spirited rendition of “Be Ye Stead-

fast”; and literally lifted the congregation to its feet. The

choir meets for rehearsal on Mondays at 5 pm.

DMCC hosted the Annual Regional Banquet of the

ICCC Eastern Zone, Region B, Area 1, Samaritan Men

and Women’s Christian Fellowship on Saturday, Novem-

ber 10. The theme was “Gateway to Glory”.

The first Book Club Meeting was held on Saturday,

December 1. The group read and discussed “Under Fire:

Reporting from the Front Lines of the Trump White House”

by April Ryan, White House Correspondent, journalist,

CNN political analyst, and also a graduate of Morgan

State University.

The Annual Budget Meeting was held on Saturday,

December 8, 2018. The Board of Trustees presented the

proposed budget for 2019, which was unchanged from

the 2018 budget. Members were encouraged to prioritize

tithes and offerings before other offerings.

In support of the Young Women’s Conference at

Renaissance Academy, Douglas members purchased $5

gift cards and bags of candy for 60 young women. Mary

Summers and Melissa Copeland made dozens of

elaborately decorated cookies, and Rev. Vivian Ferebee

made her gourmet chocolate dipped potato chips. The

items were donated for the Bags of Affirmation that

were distributed during the conference.

Winter Extravaganza on Saturday, December 22, was

truly an extravaganza of fun and entertainment for our

little children ages 3-7. Karen Orange and her daughter

Mia transformed Founders’ Hall into a “winter wonder-

land” and offered parents the opportunity to leave the

kids to enjoy an afternoon of cookies, crafts, and games,

movie and so much more!

Stewards’ Christmas Fellowship

Min. Earl Andrews’ Parents Featured in 2019 Calendar

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Jackie Wilder has been a Meals on Wheels volunteer for 40 years! At the

Fall Volunteer Appreciation held at the Engineers Club, Meals on Wheels

of Central Maryland honored Sis. Jackie for her 40 years of dedicated

service. Sis. Jackie’s volunteer service began in September, 1978 and

continues to this day.

To put that in perspective, in September of 1978, Rev. Marion C. Bascom

was the Pastor of Douglas Church, Jimmy Carter was in the White

House, the average cost of a new home was $54,800, a gallon of gas was

$.65, and the average annual income was $17,000. In addition, there was

no FaceBook, Instagram or Twitter, and our church was 53 years old.

Sis. Jackie has served faithfully since then and continues to delivers meals

each Monday to Meals on Wheels clients who are homebound due to

age or physical condition.

Congratulations, Sis. Jackie on your many years of dedicated service!

Jackie Wilder Honored by Meals on Wheels

Shirley Corbin has been awarded the

Jordan Scholarship by the International

Council of Community Churches

(ICCC). The announcement was made

in the November 2018 edition of the

ICCC newsletter “The Christian

Community”.

The announcement read:

“The Jordan Scholarship was recently awarded to Shirley

Corbin. Ms. Corbin attends Douglas Memorial Community

Church, Rev. Todd Yeary, Senior Pastor and is seeking a Mas-

ter of Arts in Church Ministries. Congratulations and best

wishes in your educational endeavors!”

Sis. Corbin is currently a student at St. Mary’s Seminary

and University in Baltimore. She is a member of the

Board of Stewards and is also the chairperson of

DMCC’s Missions Ministry.

Shirley Corbin Awarded the Jordan Scholarship

Church Calendar

Christmas Eve - Church office will be closed

Christmas Day - no Meals on Wheels delivery

Watch Night - Monday, December 31, 2018

Pre-reception at 9 pm, service at 10:00 pm

Wednesday Bible studies will resume on January

9, 2019.

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 6, 2019.

Mark your calendars!

Holy Week Revival

Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 7 pm

Guest preacher: Dr. Cynthia L. Hale

Senior Pastor. Ray of Hope Christian Church

Decatur, GA

Jackie Wilder, center,

Audrey Gibson, left, Thera Beasley, right

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Douglas attends performance of Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity

The second event planned by the newly formed Activities Committee was

ArtsCentric’s performance of Black Nativity on Sunday, December 9th at the Motor

House. Our own Crystal Freeman (pictured on the right) was a part of the talented

group of singers in a production that featured original music by Cedric Lyles.

The intimate theater was packed, and the audience was treated to a powerful

performance of songs, dance and music; with beautiful costumes and creative

staging. Act One told the story of the birth of Jesus through traditional and

contemporary Christmas music. The scene of Act Two brought us to a church setting and the story of a modern day

mother and son. The music was so inspiring and exhilarating that it literally “took us to church”, and had the audience

singing, standing, clapping and rejoicing.

Thanks to the Activities Committee for planning this great event! We are looking forward to the plans for 2019.

Meals on Wheels Volunteers Needed!

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By Tim Rice Thank you from the DMCC Project HEAL Health Advisors

This is just a thank you note of appreciation to all of

the amazing men and women who participated in the

Project HEAL workshops! Rev. Lottie and I were

indeed inspired by your sincere participation in all

three sessions. Your interest and concerns were

invaluable in helping to disseminate the information

concerning serious health issues that desperately need

addressing in the African American community.

We also sincerely thank Rev. Rhonda Boozer-Yeary

and the Project HEAL team for choosing Douglas

Memorial Community Church as one of the 14 African

American churches in Maryland to be a part of this project. Rev. Lottie and I received training as Community

Health Advisors by the Project HEAL staff. The Project HEAL materials and approach provided accurate and

the most current information concerning the three major cancers that plague African Americans. Breast,

prostate and colorectal cancers are major killers in our communities if left untreated!

We pray that you have received some helpful information from the project and that you will continue to

maintain a healthy lifestyle for yourself and your loved ones. We thank you, and God bless you all.

“I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living

sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.” Romans 12:1 KJV

The DMCC Meals on Wheels team is in desperate need of volunteers. If you have a few hours

in the morning, please consider volunteering with this dedicated team. Your help is needed!

Delivery volunteers are needed Monday through Friday to deliver

meals to homebound seniors and disabled individuals. You may

volunteer once a week, once a month, or whenever your

schedule permits.

Driver/visitors teams deliver meals to homebound individuals. Meals

are taken to the door of each home and you may spend a few

minutes talking with the client. Drivers must be 18+ years of age

with a valid Maryland driver’s license and their own vehicle.

To volunteer, or get more information, please contact the church office

or the Meals on Wheels office 410-558-0827.

A few of the Meals on Wheels team members

It’s time to update our church membership database!

In January, an update card will be placed in the worship guide. Please fill out the card to confirm your con-

tact information or make updates and corrections. Even if nothing has changed, it will be helpful to confirm

the current data. The finance committee and staff depend on accurate information to send contribution

statements, robo-calls, emails and other correspondence. Thanks in advance for your help.

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Family Ties Program Ends with Fun & Games Night and Final Session

On Tuesday, December 18th, the participants of the

CFO Family Ties Program enjoyed an exciting night of

fun and games. After a delicious dinner, the families

broke into groups for age appropriate activities

including karaoke and Wii games for the teens; and

Twister, bowling, table tennis, musical chairs and Wii

games for children. The adults competed in Christmas

Bingo and Pokeno.

At the final session on December 20, 2018, Founders’

Hall was beautifully decorated for Christmas and the

families were treated to a special dinner and holiday

activities. Graduation certificates and gifts were

distributed. Gifts and toys were provided by Douglas

members who obtained wish lists from the Family Ties

children; and shopped for toys and clothing items.

Minister Deborah Ivory, the Family Ties staff and

volunteers, Cynthia Parker and the Hospitality staff

administered the program with 17 families and 36

children in the fall session. 14 families completed the

full session.

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February January 3 Christopher Tittle

5 Josef Harris

7 Maggie Caples

9 Sarah Boozer, Pamela Rock

Joshua Yeary

11 Joan Stevenson

12 Priscilla Taylor

14 Gayle Hargrove

15 Kamaron Moir

20 Corliss Alston

21 Freeda Thompson

22 Kelli Singleton

23 Barbara Alston,

Lauretta Byers

24 Kathy Cates

26 Bernard Conaway, Jr.

28 Nicole Smith

1 Joan Hall

4 Donna Dean

7 Kyiann Powell

Sandra Roberts

10 Henri Daniels

13 Leia Jones

14 Patricia Williams

15 Cheryl Frazier

Rochelle Pinder

18 Yolanda Grissom

20 Shirley Corbin

Jerushia Hargrove

23 Masherra Hunt

Henry Taylor

24 Terri Powell

Rev. Lottie Sneed

25 Emily Willis

29 Horace Smith

1 Karen Orange

Margaret Turner

2 Bernard Conaway, III

3 Martha Thomas

4 Tyrone Jackson

5 Minnie Johnson

Theresa Tittle

5 Ronald Boozer

7 Patricia Henderson

11 Marjorie Greene

12 Don Golden

14 Atiba Nkrumah

16 Adriana Ward

17 Waqiba Strother

18 Clarice Mitchell

Beverly Todd

19 Joyce Johnson

Rev. Catherine Luckett

20 Catherine Richardson

Hodges Willis

21 Korri Massey

22 James Ross, Damon Smith

24 James Rock

Marjorie Shorter-Ervin

25 Jasmine Myers-Duncan

Jacqueline Smith

27 Ellwood Murray

31 Theresa Carr

March

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in

green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his

name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no

evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou

anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will

dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. Psalm 23 KJV

3. Devout man who waited at the Temple to see the Christ

4. God warned the Wise Men in a __ to take a different route

home.

5. Where Mary laid Jesus after wrapping him in cloths

9. What led the Wise Men from the east to Jesus

11. They were tending flocks when an angel told them of

Christ's birth

12. Number of days after his birth when Jesus was presented at

the Temple

13. "He will be great...and he will reign over the house of __

forever..."

14. Name of Elizabeth's baby

17. Name for Jesus that means, "God with us."

18. Jesus would be given the throne of this father

20. Mary's relative who was also expecting a child

21. Elizabeth was filled with the __ __ when Mary visited her.

22. Name that was to be given to Mary's son

26. Prophetess at the Temple who gave thanks for the Child

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Crossword Puzzle: The Birth of Jesus

ACROSS

1. Angel who told Mary that she'd have a Son

3. "The holy one to be born will be called the __ __ __."

5. Old Testament prophet who said a ruler over Israel would be

born in Bethlehem.

6. Where Joseph and Mary went to register for census

7. "Glory to God in the ___"

8. Governor of Syria when census was taken

10. Occupation of Elizabeth's husband

15. Wise men from the east

16. The angel told Mary she had found ___ with God.

19. Town in which Mary was living before the birth

23. The king of Judea at the time of Christ's birth

24. Name of the Caesar who called for a census

25. What Mary and Joseph offered at the Temple

27. The Wise Men brought gold, incense and ___ to Jesus.

28. Elizabeth's husband

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