Experience Worship & Music at MDPC! Whether as part of the audience, or part of the performance, opportunities abound for spiritual, musical, and relational growth. The joy of making music together provides experiences that bring us closer to God and to one another.
We are always in need of volunteers to help with worship services and with the choral events. Check out this document for details on opportunities. For more info, contact Tracy Curtis-Stidam:
We believe that God is at work in and through the Sacrament of Communion. In Communion, also called the Lord’s Supper, we remember Jesus – His life, ministry, death, and resurrection – but Communion is not merely a remembrance. God is at work though Christ and by the power of the Spirit when practice this Sacrament. For key points about sacraments at MDPC, click here (PDF).
Upcoming Communion Sundays (*indicates Ash Wed and Maundy Thursday services)
2025: Jan 26, Mar 5*, Mar 23, Apr 17*, June 1, Aug 3, Oct 5, and Nov 30
On Communion days, all who confess Jesus Christ as their Savior are welcome to take Communion. If you are an Elder or Deacon and are interested in serving Communion, contact Tracy Curtis-Stidam at .
MDPC baptizes newborn to adult congregants. We believe God is at work in and through the Sacrament of Baptism. In Baptism, we celebrate God’s saving initiative that brings His people to faith in Jesus, but baptism is not merely a celebration. For more details, click on the Baptism at MDPC button above.
Upcoming Baptism Dates (*indicates Immersion dates)
2025: Jan 19, Mar 2, Apr 6, May 11*, Jun 15, Jul 20, Aug 10, Sept 7, Nov 16*, and Dec 14
If you or your children would like to be baptized, please complete the Baptism Inquiry form, or contact Evangelism Pastor Dan Aikins at or 713-490-9292.
Our journey to parenthood was a long and challenging path. Brian and I were married in 2011 and always knew that we wanted to have children. We thought this would be a simple and stress-free process, but after a year of trying we discovered that it was going to take much longer to grow our family. After much prayer and consideration, we began IVF in 2015. We were scared and anxious but knew that God was leading us and guiding us forward.
We entered [the IVF] process excited and thought we would soon have our child. Wrong again. Cycle after cycle, retrieval after retrieval, and transfer after transfer, we continued to have chemical pregnancies and miscarriages. The winter of 2017 was our lowest point; having lost our beloved pet and having a failed IVF cycle on the same day. It would have been easy for us to give up; we certainly asked God “why” many times.
Despite the tears, sadness, and exhaustion, we both knew that God had instilled the desire in our hearts to be parents. We knew without a doubt that he would fulfill his promise in his time. We prayed constantly and heard him telling us not to give up, and so, we did not give up. Through the support of family, friends, and the faith we had in God, we were joyful to share that we were pregnant with our first child in 2018 and our daughter, Elisabeth Faith Malejan, was born in October 2018. When we were ready to think about having a second child, we took time to pray and listen for God’s guidance. We were blessed by God with quick results and became pregnant with our son, Luke Michael Malejan, in 2021.
Looking back on this story, there were so many times we became mad, angry, upset, jealous of other couples and often asking, “Why us?” It is with absolute certainty that our faithfulness to God and his steadfast love brought us through this journey to the miracles of our children. Brian and I prayed often during our journey and committed to each other that if God carried us through this then we would do our very best to ensure our children know how much they are loved by God and that they are true gifts from Heaven. We are grateful to stand here today and present our son, Luke, to be baptized because God has been faithful to us!
November 2022
Each year, Worship Ministries presents a series of concerts by the Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra. Open to the community. We hope you'll join us!
Sat, October 25, 2025 | Chapel | 2:30pm
Celebrate 300 years of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons with a performance as bold as the music itself. From spring’s first bloom to winter’s final hush, this beloved masterpiece still dazzles with color, character, and emotion. Mercury brings it to life with a chamber ensemble featuring theorbo, bassoon, and a fearless solo violin offering rich texture and intimate insight. No fillers, no frills just all four concertos in one unforgettable, immersive experience.
FEATURED ARTIST: Jonathan Godfrey, Violin
Sun, December 7, 2025 | Sanctuary | 6pm
MDPC Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra
A choral-orchestral journey through Longing, Light and Hope.
Sat, December 20, 2025 | Chapel | 2:30pm
Step into a serene world of baroque beauty with Songs of the Virgin, a luminous holiday program featuring sacred works in place of festive fanfare. This concert offers a more intimate experience, where peace, reverence, and emotional depth take center stage. Let this moving program be a quiet moment of reflection during the holiday rush.
FEATURED ARTISTS:
Michael Skarke, Counter-Tenor
Jonathan Godfrey, Violin
Oleg Sulyga, Violin
Antoine Plante, Gamba
Héctor Torres González, Theorbo/Guitar
Mario Aschauer, Organ
Sat, April 18, 2026 | Chapel | 2:30pm
The passion of bolero meets the grandeur of concert music. Bolero Querido blends the heart of Latin romance with the elegance of the concert stage in a vibrant celebration of culture, rhythm, and storytelling. Through the music of legends like Ravel, Consuelo Velásquez, and Cantinflas, this captivating program traces the roots and evolution of bolero from folk traditions to modern ballet. It’s a journey filled with passion, nostalgia, and the timeless power of song. Let the stories and sounds of Bolero Querido sweep you away.
FEATURED ARTIST: Hector Vásquez, Baritone
Sun, April 26, 2025 | Sanctuary | 6pm
MDPC Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra
Sanctuary Choir Concerts are FREE admission, with a free-will offering collected during the concert. Online giving is also available.
Mercury concerts are ticketed events. For tickets,visit mercuryhouston.org.
Music for children is taught in a fun, Christian environment with several opportunities throughout the year to sing in worship and present the gospel of Jesus Christ. The choir participates in worship services during the year, including the 4pm Christmas Eve service and the Easter Family Service.
For more info, contact Steffanie West, Worship and Children's Music Director:
