News and Announcements

Date: June 15, 2013
Location: The University Club
1135 16th Street NW
Washington DC

Cost:
Over 12 – 69 -$35.00
Seniors (70+)- $30.00
Youth under 12 – $25.00

See Isiah Dupree/Geof Tate or Richard Corley to purchase tickets.

Free Parking at PMI parking on M Street

On June 20 we will continue our monthly workshops geared to exploring and studying the basic principles of our faith, our history and life as a church and congregation. The workshops offer interactive opportunities for participants to become educated on the merits of membership, fellowship, stewardship, and our relationship with God. The emphasis is on hearing the word, understanding the word of God, and answering the call to live by the word of God.

June 20, 2013
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

• Living and Working with Others
• Walking the Talk
• Opportunities to Witness and
• Serve
• Living a Spiritually Healthy Life

Brother Stephen A. Green
Sunday, June 9, 2013
Scripture: 1 Kings 17: 8 – 24
 

William Barclay stated, “There are two great days in a person’s life — the day we are born and the day we discover why.” Called to spread God’s Love to all people, Stephen strives daily to live his why.

Stephen embraces his why through his commitment to social justice, Stephen was appointed to serve as the National Youth and College Director for the Empowerment Movement. The Empowerment Movement is a faith-based civil rights organization that is designed to move the African American Community forward in politics, education and economics with the use of Christian principles. As National Youth Director, Stephen has organized and led marches, most notably leading students on a 40-mile march on Easter Weekend to seek justice for Trayvon Martin. Currently, he serves as the President of the Morehouse NAACP Chapter.

Stephen is a Senior Political Science and Religion Major, Honor Student, Martin Luther King, Jr. International Chapel Assistant, and Student Government Association Officer. Presently, he serves as the Youth Minister at New Bethel AME Church, Lithonia, Georgia.

Stephen A. Green is embraced by a loving family, his parents, Bishop Samuel L. Green, Sr. and Dr. Ava S.B. Green, and brothers Rev. Samuel L. Green, Jr. and Adam Scott Green.

Discerning God’s Voice as We Build Strong Witnesses in Changing Times 1 Kings 17:8-24
June 7, 2013 – June 9, 2013

Download the Youth Explosion 2013 flyer!

Stephen A. Green, Youth Day Service Speaker
Come praise the Lord with us as we rejoice for all He continues to do in the lives of our Youth.

FRIDAY, JUNE 7th
Gospel Skate Night
6:30pm-10:00pm
Skate Palace
3132 Branch Avenue
Temple Hills, Maryland

FRIDAY, JUNE 7th – SATURDAY, JUNE 8th
Youth Lock-In
10:00pm-11:00am
Metropolitan A.M.E. Church
1518 M Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005

SATURDAY, JUNE 8TH
Scholarship Endowment Luncheon
12:00pm-3:00pm

SUNDAY, JUNE 9TH
Youth Day Service
10:00am
Metropolitan A.M.E. Church
1518 M Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005

For more information, contact a Youth Day Committee member.
Dakarai Aarons (Dakarai.aarons@gmail.com), Teria Drayton (Teria.drayton@yahoo.com), Selena Fizer (Sef11678@aol.com) or Britney Jones
(braej@aol.com)

On Friday, June 7th, Metropolitan AME Church will host Gospel Skate Night at the Temple Hills Skate Palace as a part of our Youth Explosion Weekend. Every member of our congregation and their families are urged to come and support our youth in fellowship. Admission is FREE with an advance ticket. For more information or to get tickets, see Teria Drayton at church or send an email to teria.drayton@yahoo.com.

Download other church announcements for the month of June.

by Must Love Foods

Reading labels is now the “new thing”. In the supermarket kids and adults alike are stopping to pay attention to what they’re eating. Good job! But do you really know what the labels mean when it comes to meats and dairy? Here’s a few tips and things to REALLY pay attention to (this refers to meat, dairy and poultry).

USDA CERTIFIED ORGANIC– These animals have not had any antibiotics per government inspection.

AMERICAN GRASSFED CERTIFIED- This also certifies that the animals have not had any antibiotics and includes lamb. FYI 100% grass fed is NOT the same thing. It means fed grass, but no guarantee they did not have antibiotics.

ANIMAL WELFARE APPROVED–These animals have been given antibiotics, but ONLY when ill. And slaughter is delayed 2 x the regular period after they finish.

CERTIFIED RAISED AND HANDLED -This is endorsed by ASPCA. These animals are also given antibiotics ONLY when ill and under a vets care. This is NOT same as American Humane Certified!

FISH- They should always be WILD caught. Farm fed can be ‘fed” anything

NATURAL–THIS MEANS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING!! They can be fed anything and antibiotics are not off limits. This goes for human and pet foods.

ANTIBIOTIC FREE–Again, this means nothing. Don’t fall for the hype.

EAT WHAT YOU LOVE, LOVE WHAT YOU EAT!

Rev. Jonathan V. Newton
Sunday, June 2, 2013
Scripture: Galatians 1: 6 – 12

SNACKS:  YOU GOTTA HAVE THEM – JUST PICK THE RIGHT ONES
by Must Love Foods

So you’re at home, hanging out and you get a craving. What do you grab? You want something fast and easy, but don’t stop to think about calories or trans fats. Chances are your food choices for lunch or dinner were not the best, so SUGAR is on your mind.

Here are some options for pre-cravings and to make it through once they start.

• Drink more water. Dehydration from soda, alcohol or other drinks can cause dehydration.  Drink a big class of water ( cool not cold) to stave off craving
• Eat more whole grains. You don’t have to give up all carbs, but you can choose better. Brown vs white rice; sweet vs white potatoes; fruits and veggies vs chips
• Stay away from “low fat” or “diet” foods. The reason those foods are still tasty is because low fat means MORE SUGAR
• Eat breakfast !! This is a no -brainer. When you eat high fiber, filling foods, you won’t crave sugary snacks throughout the day

For more great suggestions on “better” foods and snacks, check out the book ” EAT THIS, NOT THAT”. And get started on the right road.

EAT WHAT YOU LOVE, LOVE WHAT YOU EAT