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Rev. Andy Blacksher Welcome If you have decided to make Manchester UMC your church home, we celebrate that decision and invite you to join thousands

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Livestream

You can view Manchester UMC’s livestream feed above and also through Facebook. All videos are also available on-demand through Manchester UMC’s Facebook page afterwards. You do

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Serving

Mission Opportunities

Manchester UMC is a church that strives to follow our scriptural calling to serve God by serving our neighbor. Putting our faith into action is

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Pastor's Note

Rock Sunday

I was in the ministry for thirty years (that’s thirty Palm Sundays!) before I realized that, unlike Matthew, Mark, and John’s gospels, in Luke’s version

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Pastor's Note

You Are On The Clock

The first church I served as a solo pastor was the Zion United Methodist Church in Gordonville.  It was an open country church that was perched

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Pastor's Note

A Dream of Manchester UMC

The night before my first Monday as part of the staff of Manchester UMC, I had a dream. I dreamed I was packing a large suitcase. Evidently,

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Sermons

This Moment To Arise

Psalm 37:1-6. The transfiguration event revealed the identity of Jesus in a flash of light. The disciples witnessed it, but had to go back down

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Incident Report

Please complete this online Incident Report form the same day as the incident or near miss. If that is not possible, please complete this form

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Sermons

Give it to Caesar!

Mark 12:13-17. Jesus’s relationship with the governing authorities was fraught with tension. For much of his ministry, the powers that be were plotting against him,

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Sermons

Harsh Words

Luke 12:49-53. Today’s passage presents some of the harshest language we ever hear from the mouth of Jesus. Here Jesus says clearly that he has

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Sermons

Be a Blessing

Matthew 5:1-12. The Beautitudes are revolutionary; they completely transform our expectations about God’s blessings. The poor, the meek, the merciful…these are the ones who experience

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Youth

Youth Sunday Mornings

youth sunday mornings Come hang out with us on Sundays! Manchester Youth offer a variety of Sunday morning programming during the 9 & 11a worship

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Spring Programming

Check out these programs and connect! Manchester UMC has many opportunities to connect and there is something for ALL ages! learn | something for all

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Adult Groups

CONNECTION | Hospitality Groups

Hospitality Groups Hospitality groups at Manchester UMC are a group of people who enjoy welcoming and helping others.  Individuals are need your warmth and enthusiasm

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Social Justice

SOCIAL JUSTICE | Action

Social Justice teams in action Join a Social justice ministry teams If you are interested in getting more involved in social justice issues consider joining

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Human Resources

Employee Time Off Request

Manchester UMC employees should use the below form to request/report time off from work. When possible, please complete the form at least 1 month in

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About

Drama and Scenic Arts

The mission of the Manchester UMC Drama Ministry is to open the hearts and minds of those we serve through the use of dramatic arts,

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Social Justice

SOCIAL JUSTICE | Education

Upcoming Classes and Events April Lunch & Learn “technology and Mental Health” Presenter: Mindy Grossman Tues, Apr. 2 | 12-12:55p | Fellowship Hall Bring your

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ABOUT | MISSIONS

Serving Why Serve? Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various

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Adult Classes

ADULT | Leader Resources

Manchester UMC’s Adult Faith Formation Program provides opportunities to know God more deeply through intentional faith development and connection to community. Classes and Groups meet throughout the

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Social Justice

SOCIAL JUSTICE | Awareness

Join the ManchesterUMC Facebook page Stay up to date on what our Social Justice ministry is doing by joining the Manchester UMC Facebook page. Proposed

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About

ABOUT | SOCIAL JUSTICE

Social justice ministry Mission, Vision and Values The Mission of the Social Justice ministry is to do good, seek justice, and correct oppression through awareness,

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Adult Classes

ADULT | Catalog

Short Term Classes Classes 1 to 6 weeks Long Term Classes Classes 6+ weeks Sermon Reflection Study Groups Easy & join anytime This week’s classes

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About

Other Ensembles

Manchester United Methodist Church has a long-standing history of music and the worship arts. There are ensemble opportunities for musicians of all ages and experiences.

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Adult Groups

ADULT | Long Term Classes

All are welcome! Manchester UMC offers a variety of adult long term classes where you can connect with other people as you learn and grow

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Connecting

Community Dinners

Open to the public Join us for dinner! Multiple generations gather from 5:30 to 6:30p for an affordable community dinner in Fellowship Hall at Manchester

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MODERN WORSHIP

The vision for Modern Worship is to honor God by building up a community of people who desire to authentically live life in a way

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Adult Classes

ADULT | Short Term Classes

All Are welcome! Manchester UMC offers short term classes that cover a variety of timely and intriguing topics. These classes are from one to six

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About

ABOUT | YOUNG ADULTS

all are welcome About the Young Adult Ministry Here at Manchester, we know that different age groups have different needs.  Our young adult ministries provide

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About

what we believe

mission & vision We are called to be an inclusive community of people who love Christ deeply, worship him passionately, and serve him boldly. We

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Rock Sunday

I was in the ministry for thirty years (that’s thirty Palm Sundays!) before I realized that, unlike Matthew, Mark, and John’s gospels, in Luke’s version of Jesus’ triumphal entry...