In the heart of Washington D.C., find the inspiring story of Montgomery Community Church. Actually, the church’s real name is Metropolitan Community Church of Washington, D.C., often called MCCDC. This church wasn’t always in this beautiful modern building. MCCDC’s journey began in 1970. A group known as the Homophile Social League, led by Paul Breton, yearned for a place of worship where LGBTQ+ individuals could feel accepted and celebrated. They first met at All Souls Unitarian Church, holding Washington’s first worship service for homosexuals. But their journey was just beginning. They officially became MCCDC in 1971, initially meeting in Breton’s home. They later moved to an abandoned church and eventually to First Congregational United Church of Christ. Their first owned space, a converted rowhouse on M Street, became a sanctuary during the AIDS epidemic. MCCDC offered funerals, often free of charge, to those lost to the disease, becoming a beacon of hope during a dark time. The desire for a larger space led to the construction of the current sanctuary in 1992. This stunning building, with its vaulted glass sanctuary, was the first in the US built by an LGBTQ+ religious organization. Designed by Suzane Reatig, the church has garnered architectural praise and awards. The glass walls symbolize openness and acceptance, reflecting the church’s core values. MCCDC’s story is a powerful testament to the enduring human spirit and the pursuit of inclusion and love.
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