Foundry

When I tell others that I was raised Methodist, I probably emit some form of misunderstood cultural pride that no one really cares for. "What’s Methodist?" is a question that usually follows my self-identifying statement but in reality I don't think the questioner really wants to hear an answer. Well, there was a guy named John Wesley, and he was Anglican, but had some disagreements, and so a new church was sort of built around his beliefs and theology. That’s the usual answer and people often accept it. But I wouldn't mind trying to elaborate on it in a future post, especially when speaking of Foundry United Methodist Church. Foundry is a great church lead by an amazing pastor, Dean Snyder. If you want to listen to some of the best sermons in DC, see Pastor Snyder speak on Sunday mornings. His ability to always hit the holy trinity in his sermons (theology, scripture, and current events) means that his sermons are never bland or dumbed down. They are also emotionally charged on most occasions and he is not afraid to explore the connection between religion and politics. Being in the Dupont area of DC, Foundry has taken the charge in marriage equality and doesn't mind upsetting the greater UMC by doing it. The congregation is also quite large with their 11am services packed demonstrating the strength and popularity the church has in DC. If there is a downside to the church, it may be the rather large cutout of Jesus at the front of the altar that reminds me too much of "buddy Jesus" from Dogma. I bet he was a friendly guy, I just don’t always need to be smacked in the face with that image while praying, though.

Want a crab cake? You can go to Cafe Luna just around the corner. Want a good crab cake? Don't go to Cafe Luna around the corner.