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Casa DC is a growing international worship fellowship, blasting the landscape in the Washington DC area. We are helping people get closer to God and discover who they are in Christ, and what He means for them, today.
We love God, love people, and serve.
We exist to make disciples and impact the world through the word and God. Our DNA is multi-generational and multi-ethnic, so we invite everyone from everywhere to join us following Jesus and live abundantly. We believe that at Casa, God edifies your house, a safe place to deep root your family.
As a local church with a global mindset, Casa D.C. is rooted in a strategic geographical and spiritual location. We love and cherish our gatherings where we experience the power of the Kingdom of Heaven collectively while reaching out and making a difference individually. We’re not churchgoers, we are the church!
As children of the Creator, we look forward to applying all creative strategies to worship and to make disciples.
At Casa D.C., our essential beliefs center on embracing timeless biblical principles for a transformative life. We focus on fostering love, community, and spiritual growth. Grounded in Christian teachings, we strive to be agents of positive change, shaping a flourishing environment for individuals and families to thrive in faith, purpose, and unity.
God
He has eternally existed in three persons: The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three are co-eternal and we call it the Trinity. (Genesis 1:1-3; Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 3:16-17; 28:19; Luke 1:35; John 1:1-3, 14; Colossians 2:9; 2 Corinthians 13:14; 1 Timothy 1:17)
The Trinity
God has existed in relationship with Himself for all eternity. He exists as one substance in three persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Although each member of the Trinity serves different functions, they each possess power and authority. (1 John 5:7; Genesis 1:26; Matthew 28:19, 3:16-17; Luke 1:35; Isaiah 9:6; Hebrews 3:7-11)
Jesus
Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven and will return again someday to earth to reign as King. After ascending the Holy Spirit was given to all of those who believe in Jesus as their savior. (Matthew 1:22-23, Isaiah 9:6, John 1:1-5, Hebrews 4:14-15, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 1:3-4, Acts 1:9-11, Colossians 2:9-10, 1 Timothy 6:14-15)
The Holy Spirit
He lives in each Christian from salvation and his presence assures us of our relationship with Christ. He provides Christians with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer spiritual gifts when they are saved. As children of God, we seek to live under His control daily. (Acts 1:8, John 14:16-17, 16:7-13, Galatians 5:25, 1 Corinthians 13:14, 1 Peter 1:12)
Man
Man is made in the image of God and is the supreme object of His creation. Man was created to have fellowship with God but became separated in that relationship through sinful disobedience. As a result, man cannot attain a right relationship with God through his own effort. Every human personality is uniquely created, possesses dignity, and is worthy of respect and Christian love. (Genesis 1:26-30; 2:7, 18-22; 3; Psalms 8:3-6; 32:1-5; 51:5; Isaiah 6:5; Jeremiah 17:5; Acts 17:26-31; Romans 1:19-32; 3:10-18, 23; 5:6; 6:6; 7:14-25; 1 Corinthians 1:21-31; 15:19, 21-22; Ephesians 2; Colossians 1:21-22; 3:9-11)
Biblical Marriage
Biblical Marriage has only one meaning and is clearly defined in scripture as a covenant, a sacred bond uniting one man (born a man) and one woman (born a woman) in a single, exclusive union for life, instituted by and publicly entered into before God (Matthew 19:4-6), and that God intends sexual intimacy to occur only between a man and a woman who are married to each other (I Corinthians 6:18, 7:2-5; Hebrews 13:4). The covenant is with God and should not be taken lightly or altered to fit personal preferences. (Genesis 2:22-24; Ephesians 5:22-33; Mark 10:6-9; Galatians 5:24-25).
The Christian Life
We believe in the ongoing spiritual growth of the Christian through the Holy Spirit and God’s Word. Each person is to grow in their knowledge of God’s Word and develop and employ their spiritual gifts through the Church so others may come to know Christ and the Church be built up into maturity. (John 8:31-32; 14:16-17; 16:13; 17:17; Romans 12:4-8; 1 Corinthians 12-14; Galatians 5:22-23; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 5:11-14)
Spiritual Empowerment
We believe that all believers are entitled to, and should ardently expect and earnestly seek, the promise of the Father, the Baptism in the Holy Spirit, according to the command of Jesus. With it comes the endowment of power for life and service, the bestowment of the gifts, and their uses in the work of the ministry. (Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4-5; Acts 2:38) (Acts 2.4. 10:44-46; 19:2, 6; 1:8; Galatians 5:16-26) (Acts 1:8:1 Corinthians 12:1-31) (Acts 2:38; 10:44-46; 11:14-16)
The Bible. The word of God to us,written by human authors, by the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It alone is the final authority in determining how Followers of Jesus should live. (Matthew 5:17-18; Psalm 119:9, 11; John 10:35; 17:17; Romans 16:25-26; 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Hebrews 4:12; 2 Peter 3:15-16)
Salvation. Salvation is God’s free gift to us, but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith.(John 3:3, 5, 16; Romans 3:23-28; 5:1; 6:23; Galatians 2:16; 4:4-7; Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:5)
The Church
We believe the Church is the Body of Christ, made up of all Christ-Followers. Its mission is to glorify God and make Him known to the lost world. Every Christ-Follower is integral to the Church, creating a spiritual unity of brothers and sisters. (Matthew 26:26-29; John 17:11, 20-23; 1 Corinthians 28:18-20; Acts 2:38; 8:12; 1 Corinthians 10:16; 11:23-25; 12:12-14; Ephesians 1:22-23; 2:19-22)
The Gospel
We believe in the Gospel: that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of the Living God, that He was crucified on the cross for our sins, and that He was raised from the dead three days later. (Matthew 16:16; Mark 10:45; Acts 26:23; 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 20; Galatians 1:4; Colossians 1:15; 2:13- 14; 1 Peter 2:24; Revelation 1:5)
Resurrection and Eternity
We believe that Jesus Christ will return physically to earth to set up His Kingdom. This will occur at a time no one knows except the Father. At His return, the resurrection of Christ-Followers and non-Christ-Followers will take place. Heaven will be the eternal dwelling place for all Believers in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The devil, who is working in the world to destroy the souls of people, along with all his angels, and those who do not receive Christ as their Savior, will eternally perish in the lake of fire, Hell. (Matthew 4:1-11; 5:3, 12; 6:20; 24:30; 25:34, 41; Mark 9:43-48; John 8:24, 44; Acts 1:9-11; Hebrews 9:27 Revelation 14:9-11; 20:1-15; 21-22)
Salvation
Salvation is God’s free gift to us, but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith. (John 3:3, 5, 16; Romans 3:23-28; 5:1; 6:23; Galatians 2:16; 4:4-7; Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:5)
Baptism
It’s a symbolic act to publicly profess one’s salvation and declare our new life in Christ. It is a step of obedience that allows us to follow Jesus’ example to “fulfill all righteousness”. (Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:38; Mark 16:16; Acts 8:12, 36-38; Acts 10:47- 48).
The Lord’s Supper (Communion)
Observance of the Lord’s Supper is a unique time when the elements of bread and juice express, in a spiritual way, the body and blood of Christ. Communion is taken by believers in remembrance of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross. (Matthew 26:26-28; Mark 16:16; Acts 8:12, 8:36-38, 10:47-48; 1 Corinthians 10:16, 11:23-25)
We have liberty in non-essential beliefs.
“I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything”—but not everything is constructive. No one should seek their own good, but the good of others.
“Accept the one whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters … Who are you to judge someone else’s servant? To their own master servants stand or fall … So then each of us will give an account of ourselves to God … So whatever you believe about these things keep between yourself and God.”
Casa D.C. is non-denominational in essence and strategically linked with Iglesia Casa De Bendicion from Guaynabo, Puerto Rico (https://www.casadebendicionpr.org/).
Pastor Abiezer “Bebe” Díaz and Karymar Meléndez serve as the Lead Pastors of Casa D.C., located in National Harbor, Maryland. With a rich background of 15 years as associate pastors at Casa De Bendicion in Puerto Rico and The Outside Church in Florida, they received a divine calling from God and were entrusted by founding pastors Sammy Díaz and Jessica Álvarez to establish a church in the DMV area.
Driven by a profound personal goal, Pastor Bebe and Karymar aim to edify God’s house, repair the broken nets, and share the gospel with individuals who once believed, those who currently don’t, and those who may not recognize their need for Jesus. Married since 1999, they reside in Waldorf, Maryland, and are proud parents of two children. Both pastors hold master’s degrees in theology, reflecting their deep commitment to spiritual knowledge and leadership.
In addition to their role as spiritual leaders, Pastor Bebe and Karymar proudly embrace their Latino heritage and are part of a military family. This diverse background, coupled with their extensive experience and theological education, forms the foundation of their leadership at Casa D.C., where they aspire to create a welcoming and transformative community in alignment with their unwavering dedication to the teachings of Jesus.
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Casa DC is a growing international worship fellowship, blasting the landscape in the Washington DC area. We are helping people get closer to God and discover who they are in Christ, and what He means for them, today.
We love God, love people, and serve.
We exist to make disciples and impact the world through the word and God. Our DNA is multi-generational and multi-ethnic, so we invite everyone from everywhere to join us following Jesus and live abundantly. We believe that at Casa, God edifies your house, a safe place to deep root your family.
As a local church with a global mindset, Casa D.C. is rooted in a strategic geographical and spiritual location. We love and cherish our gatherings where we experience the power of the Kingdom of Heaven collectively while reaching out and making a difference individually. We’re not churchgoers, we are the church!
As children of the Creator, we look forward to applying all creative strategies to worship and to make disciples.
At Casa D.C., our essential beliefs center on embracing timeless biblical principles for a transformative life. We focus on fostering love, community, and spiritual growth. Grounded in Christian teachings, we strive to be agents of positive change, shaping a flourishing environment for individuals and families to thrive in faith, purpose, and unity.
God
He has eternally existed in three persons: The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three are co-eternal and we call it the Trinity. (Genesis 1:1-3; Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 3:16-17; 28:19; Luke 1:35; John 1:1-3, 14; Colossians 2:9; 2 Corinthians 13:14; 1 Timothy 1:17)
The Trinity
God has existed in relationship with Himself for all eternity. He exists as one substance in three persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Although each member of the Trinity serves different functions, they each possess power and authority. (1 John 5:7; Genesis 1:26; Matthew 28:19, 3:16-17; Luke 1:35; Isaiah 9:6; Hebrews 3:7-11)
Jesus
Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven and will return again someday to earth to reign as King. After ascending the Holy Spirit was given to all of those who believe in Jesus as their savior. (Matthew 1:22-23, Isaiah 9:6, John 1:1-5, Hebrews 4:14-15, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 1:3-4, Acts 1:9-11, Colossians 2:9-10, 1 Timothy 6:14-15)
The Holy Spirit
He lives in each Christian from salvation and his presence assures us of our relationship with Christ. He provides Christians with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer spiritual gifts when they are saved. As children of God, we seek to live under His control daily. (Acts 1:8, John 14:16-17, 16:7-13, Galatians 5:25, 1 Corinthians 13:14, 1 Peter 1:12)
Man
Man is made in the image of God and is the supreme object of His creation. Man was created to have fellowship with God but became separated in that relationship through sinful disobedience. As a result, man cannot attain a right relationship with God through his own effort. Every human personality is uniquely created, possesses dignity, and is worthy of respect and Christian love. (Genesis 1:26-30; 2:7, 18-22; 3; Psalms 8:3-6; 32:1-5; 51:5; Isaiah 6:5; Jeremiah 17:5; Acts 17:26-31; Romans 1:19-32; 3:10-18, 23; 5:6; 6:6; 7:14-25; 1 Corinthians 1:21-31; 15:19, 21-22; Ephesians 2; Colossians 1:21-22; 3:9-11)
Biblical Marriage
Biblical Marriage has only one meaning and is clearly defined in scripture as a covenant, a sacred bond uniting one man (born a man) and one woman (born a woman) in a single, exclusive union for life, instituted by and publicly entered into before God (Matthew 19:4-6), and that God intends sexual intimacy to occur only between a man and a woman who are married to each other (I Corinthians 6:18, 7:2-5; Hebrews 13:4). The covenant is with God and should not be taken lightly or altered to fit personal preferences. (Genesis 2:22-24; Ephesians 5:22-33; Mark 10:6-9; Galatians 5:24-25).
The Christian Life
We believe in the ongoing spiritual growth of the Christian through the Holy Spirit and God’s Word. Each person is to grow in their knowledge of God’s Word and develop and employ their spiritual gifts through the Church so others may come to know Christ and the Church be built up into maturity. (John 8:31-32; 14:16-17; 16:13; 17:17; Romans 12:4-8; 1 Corinthians 12-14; Galatians 5:22-23; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 5:11-14)
Spiritual Empowerment
We believe that all believers are entitled to, and should ardently expect and earnestly seek, the promise of the Father, the Baptism in the Holy Spirit, according to the command of Jesus. With it comes the endowment of power for life and service, the bestowment of the gifts, and their uses in the work of the ministry. (Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4-5; Acts 2:38) (Acts 2.4. 10:44-46; 19:2, 6; 1:8; Galatians 5:16-26) (Acts 1:8:1 Corinthians 12:1-31) (Acts 2:38; 10:44-46; 11:14-16)
The Bible. The word of God to us,written by human authors, by the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It alone is the final authority in determining how Followers of Jesus should live. (Matthew 5:17-18; Psalm 119:9, 11; John 10:35; 17:17; Romans 16:25-26; 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Hebrews 4:12; 2 Peter 3:15-16)
Salvation. Salvation is God’s free gift to us, but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith.(John 3:3, 5, 16; Romans 3:23-28; 5:1; 6:23; Galatians 2:16; 4:4-7; Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:5)
The Church
We believe the Church is the Body of Christ, made up of all Christ-Followers. Its mission is to glorify God and make Him known to the lost world. Every Christ-Follower is integral to the Church, creating a spiritual unity of brothers and sisters. (Matthew 26:26-29; John 17:11, 20-23; 1 Corinthians 28:18-20; Acts 2:38; 8:12; 1 Corinthians 10:16; 11:23-25; 12:12-14; Ephesians 1:22-23; 2:19-22)
The Gospel
We believe in the Gospel: that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of the Living God, that He was crucified on the cross for our sins, and that He was raised from the dead three days later. (Matthew 16:16; Mark 10:45; Acts 26:23; 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 20; Galatians 1:4; Colossians 1:15; 2:13- 14; 1 Peter 2:24; Revelation 1:5)
Resurrection and Eternity
We believe that Jesus Christ will return physically to earth to set up His Kingdom. This will occur at a time no one knows except the Father. At His return, the resurrection of Christ-Followers and non-Christ-Followers will take place. Heaven will be the eternal dwelling place for all Believers in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The devil, who is working in the world to destroy the souls of people, along with all his angels, and those who do not receive Christ as their Savior, will eternally perish in the lake of fire, Hell. (Matthew 4:1-11; 5:3, 12; 6:20; 24:30; 25:34, 41; Mark 9:43-48; John 8:24, 44; Acts 1:9-11; Hebrews 9:27 Revelation 14:9-11; 20:1-15; 21-22)
Salvation
Salvation is God’s free gift to us, but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith. (John 3:3, 5, 16; Romans 3:23-28; 5:1; 6:23; Galatians 2:16; 4:4-7; Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:5)
Baptism
It’s a symbolic act to publicly profess one’s salvation and declare our new life in Christ. It is a step of obedience that allows us to follow Jesus’ example to “fulfill all righteousness”. (Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:38; Mark 16:16; Acts 8:12, 36-38; Acts 10:47- 48).
The Lord’s Supper (Communion)
Observance of the Lord’s Supper is a unique time when the elements of bread and juice express, in a spiritual way, the body and blood of Christ. Communion is taken by believers in remembrance of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross. (Matthew 26:26-28; Mark 16:16; Acts 8:12, 8:36-38, 10:47-48; 1 Corinthians 10:16, 11:23-25)
We have liberty in non-essential beliefs.
“I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything”—but not everything is constructive. No one should seek their own good, but the good of others.
“Accept the one whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters … Who are you to judge someone else’s servant? To their own master servants stand or fall … So then each of us will give an account of ourselves to God … So whatever you believe about these things keep between yourself and God.”
Casa D.C. is non-denominational in essence and strategically linked with Iglesia Casa De Bendicion from Guaynabo, Puerto Rico.
Pastor Abiezer “Bebe” Díaz and Karymar Meléndez serve as the Lead Pastors of Casa D.C., located in National Harbor, Maryland. With a rich background of 15 years as associate pastors at Casa De Bendicion in Puerto Rico and The Outside Church in Florida, they received a divine calling from God and were entrusted by founding pastors Sammy Díaz and Jessica Álvarez to establish a church in the DMV area.
Driven by a profound personal goal, Pastor Bebe and Karymar aim to edify God’s house, repair the broken nets, and share the gospel with individuals who once believed, those who currently don’t, and those who may not recognize their need for Jesus. Married since 1999, they reside in Waldorf, Maryland, and are proud parents of two children. Both pastors hold master’s degrees in theology, reflecting their deep commitment to spiritual knowledge and leadership.
In addition to their role as spiritual leaders, Pastor Bebe and Karymar proudly embrace their Latino heritage and are part of a military family. This diverse background, coupled with their extensive experience and theological education, forms the foundation of their leadership at Casa D.C., where they aspire to create a welcoming and transformative community in alignment with their unwavering dedication to the teachings of Jesus.
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