BUSINESS Md. Churches Remain Closed Despite Governor Hogan Easing Restrictions By Hamil R. Harris WI Contributing Writer Although Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said houses of worship could reopen while maintaining social-distancing measures amid the coronavirus pandemic, pastors of some of the largest congregations Sunday still opted to conduct virtual services from empty sanctuaries via Facebook
Live, YouTube or Zoom. “In this quarantine season you are getting closer to God,” Bishop Joel Peebles told members of the City of Praise Family Ministries via Facebook Live. “We really miss our City of Praise family. We really miss you all so much. … You might be in seclusion, but God always puts people in seclusion and consecration before he moves.” While Peebles quoted Romans
8:28 — “And we know that all things work together for the good to those who love God” — he also circulated an open letter to the congregation in response to Hogan’s decision to reopen parts of the state Friday afternoon. “We are making preparations to worship together in person, [yet] we fully understand the gravity of this season and the critical need to protect our church family and community at large,” Peebles’ letter stated. “We will continue to worship with you virtually, providing Word-based teachings, powerful worship, engaging classes and special moments on the Gratitude Journey.” From the First Baptist Church of Glenarden to the Temple of Praise in southeast D.C., other pastors of large congregations shared how they missed their congregations as they preached online with prerecorded music or allowed a handful of congregants to minister from their praise teams. “We are separated from each other, but we are not separated from
DC Housing Authority Public Hearing and Public Comment Notice NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND COMMENT PERIOD FOR THE PROPOSED 2021 MOVING TO WORK (MTW) PLAN The District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) is providing notice of a Public Hearing and Comment Period to solicit comments on the agency’s proposed 2021 Moving to Work (MTW) Plan. MTW is a HUD program that allows select public housing authorities to design and implement innovative programs and policies with the intent to: 1) reduce costs and improve efficiencies; 2) encourage residents to obtain employment and become economically self-sufficient; and 3) increase housing choices for low-income families. The Public Hearing will take place online on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 6 p.m. Email MTW@dchousing.org to register. Comments Written comments will be accepted through Tuesday, June 16, 2020. Email your comments to MTW@dchousing. org. Alternatively, you can mail comments to: Hanna Koerner, Policy Analyst DCHA 1133 North Capitol Street NE, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20002
God,” said John K. Jenkins Sr., senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Glenarden, who preached from his study via Facebook. Jenkins told those watching the service that he was starting a fourpart series titled “Family Feud” because “too many people don’t know how to get along with each other.” “You can’t get along at church because you can’t get along at home,” said Jenkins, who quoted Nehemiah 4:7-14. “What issues are keeping your family from moving forward?” he asked, alluding to unresolved conflict such as money management, sexual derisions and divorce. Jenkins’ lesson comes days after
Prince George’s County Council members Sydney Harrison and Calvin Hawkins held a town hall meeting where medical professionals and mental health counselors talked about the COVID-19 pandemic and how stress levels and domestic violence in the county have spiked. In southeast Washington, Bishop Glen A. Staples, Temple of Praise pastor, preached from a transparent podium in the middle of a sea of empty pews. Staples, who began his message by singing the chorus of “Jesus Loves Me,” reminded viewers that “now is not the time to quit.” WI
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To request a copy of the MTW plan, please call (202) 918-1965; send an email to MTW@dchousing.org; or download from the DCHA website at www.dchousing.org/mtw2. Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation DCHA is committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants & residents with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation or sign language interpreter service, please contact our ADA/504/Language Department at 202-535-2737 or ADA504@dchousing.org with your complete request. Please allow at least 3 business days to make the necessary arrangements. If you need a foreign language translator, please contact our ADA/504/Language Department at 202-535-2737 or email ADA504@dchousing.org. Please allow at least 5 business days to make the necessary arrangements. Aviso Importante Este documento contiene información importante. Si necesita ayuda en Español o si tiene alguna pregunta sobre este aviso, por favor llame DCHA al (202) 535–1000. Infórmele al representante de atención al cliente el idioma que habla para que le proporcione un intérprete sin costo para usted. Gracias.
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Elsie Whitlow Stokes PCS invites all interested and qualified vendors to submit proposals for the below services. Proposals are due no later than 12 PM, May 29, 2020. The RFP with bidding requirements and supporting documentation can be obtained by emailing procurement@ewstokes.org. Information Technology Services and Equipment, Assessment and Instructional Data Support and Services, Classroom Furniture Fixtures and Equipment, Professional Development, Computer Hardware and Software, Curriculum Materials, Legal, General Contracting Services, Education Services, Temporary Staffing, Education Consultants, School Supplies, Consulting Services, Special Education and Therapeutic Services, Special Education Assessment and Textbooks. Please no calls. All questions should be directed to procurement@ewstokes. org
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