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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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Adult Groups

Community Dinners Volunteer Team

Our Mission We aim to foster multi-generational relationships and facilitate discipleship at Manchester UMC through food and programs on Wednesday evenings. Our Purpose Sign-up to

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Adult Classes

Wednesday Night Live!

Wednesdays Wednesday Night LIVE! is open to everyone and offers over a dozen programs available for any age. Experience the open table at Manchester United

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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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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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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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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

Together, we study and learn about faith. We extend a warm invitation to explore our Adult Faith Formation classes. At Manchester UMC, there are continual

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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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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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UMCOR Hurricane Relief
Missions - Offsite

UMCOR

United Methodist Committee on Relief   As the humanitarian relief and development arm of The United Methodist Church, UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) responds

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Connecting

Connections

Connections Connecting people.  Enhancing lives. Community Dinners Open to the public, these dinners are an opportunity to enjoy delicious food, uplifting entertainment, friendly people, and

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Children & Families

Families Events & Calendar

17 March Sunday Family Worship Weekends View Detail 19 March Manchester UMC Tuesday Sunday School & Nursery Registration for 2023-2024 Manchester UMC | 129 Woods

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Adults

Adult Faith Formation

Together, we study and learn about our faith… Greetings! Manchester UMC’s Adult Faith Formation Program provides opportunities to know God more deeply through intentional faith development and connection

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Staff Maintenance Request

For Staff Use Only Please complete this form and carefully read the following information. Request Maintenance at Manchester UMC Once a Maintenance Project Request form

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Adult Groups

Historical Ministry

Date: 1st Monday of the MonthTime: 9:00a to NoonLocation: Rooms 226, 227 & 228Ministry Leader: Keith Brown Manchester United Methodist Church has a most interesting and remarkable history. Its

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Missions - Offsite

HomeFirst STL

Everyone deserves a safe home of their own. HomeFirst STL helps people transition out of homelessness and into a hope-filled future. When people lack the

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Landscaping Team

Is landscaping care one of your happy places? Join the Landscaping Ministry Team! This group works when it is convenient or as a team. They

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Connecting

Youth Parents

manchester umc youth parents Calling all Youth Parents! Being a parent of a 6th-12th grader can be equally exciting and frustrating. All Manchester Youth parents

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Weekend Opportunities

Sunday Phone Assistance

Day:  Sundays and Special Days during the week when neededTimes:  10:00 a.m. to 12:05 p.m.Location: Church Office | Manchester UMCLeader: Lisa Baghari, Receptionist/Children’s & Youth

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Communications

Share Your Stories

Witnessing is part of our calling as disciples of Jesus. If you are willing to share how your experience has positively impacted your faith with

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Missions - Offsite

LifeWise STL

lifewise stl Helping people at every age live wisely The mission of LifeWise STL is to help individuals and families achieve economic well-being by providing high-impact, relationship-based

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Adult Classes

Become A New Member

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

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Adult Classes

ADULT | Sermon Reflection Study

The Sermon Reflection Study provides an opportunity to know God more deeply through intentional faith development and connection to community. The Sermon Reflection Study is produced

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Missions - Offsite

Give Local, Build Local

Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. In a year when home became schoolhouse, office, and sanctuary in

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Missions - Onsite

Bike Rehab

The Bike Rehab ministry is a volunteer group whose mission is to collect, refurbish and distribute safe, used bicycles through charity and non-profit partners, to

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Events & Activities (Young Adults)

Community Garden

Welcome to Our Garden! At Manchester United Methodist Church, we believe in fostering a strong sense of community through shared growth. Our community garden is

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Blood Drive
Missions - Offsite

Blood Drives

Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. Many of surrounding neighbors

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Contact

Space Request

Because space at the church is in high-demand, it is highly encouraged to submit Space Request(s) as early as possible. To Reserve Space at Manchester

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Pride Flag
Serving

Rainbow Stoles

Why are people at MUMC wearing rainbows? We wear rainbows to call attention to our welcoming stance and to show solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community. 

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Pew Crew
Caring

Pew Crew

Day: FlexibleTime: FlexibleLocations: Sanctuary and Chapel | Manchester UMCLeader: Corrine Thompson Join our crew in helping us straighten the pew racks and replenish supplies. You

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Featured Events

AV/Production Team

The AV/Production Team works behind the scenes to make things happen! We are in need of volunteers to help with operating the video camera, running

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How Do I Participate?

Everyone is welcome to participate in any of these online classes or groups.  The classes and groups are meeting through a free website/app called ZOOM. 

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Missions - Offsite

The Literacy Project

Manchester UMC has partnered with The Gathering, to combine our resources for this ministry. The Literacy Project pairs volunteer reading mentors with kindergarten and first

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Connecting

Connect Card

WE’RE SO GLAD YOU’RE HERE TODAY! Help us stay connected with you. Please fill out one digital or paper connect card per household every time

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Legal

FORMS | Consent & Release

Manchester UMC uses a digital Consent and Release agreement. You will be emailed a copy of the signed document for your records once submitted. Please

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Children & Families

Sunday Mornings for Children

welcome Children & Families! Sundays at Manchester UMC offer several different ways for the children of God and their families to grow in their faith

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Missions - Onsite

ESL Classes

Since 1969, Parkway-Rockwood Area Adult Education and Literacy/English as a Second Language Program has been in existence.  Manchester UMC partners with the Parkway-Rockwood Area Adult Education

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Serving

Weekend Serving Roles

There are so many ways you can get involved and help others at Manchester UMC. Our weekend services provide a wide-range of serving opportunities for

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Missions - Offsite

Missions | Off-Site

On-Site Missions Explore Missional Opportunities Manchester UMC is a church that strives to follow our scriptural calling to serve God by serving our neighbor. Putting

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Events & Activities (Adults)

Bridge Bread

Volunteer with Bridge Bread Click here to Donate Order Bread Online Bridge Bread is a social entrepreneurship initiative designed to provide job opportunities for homeless/formerly homeless individuals.

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Missions - Offsite

Early Response Team

“In the hours and days after disaster, those who survive are looking for anything to give them hope.  ERT can provide the kind of immediate

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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 UMC. Open to the...

Wednesday Night Live!

Wednesdays Wednesday Night LIVE! is open to everyone and offers over a dozen programs available for any age. Experience the open table at Manchester United Methodist Church, where everyone...

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 as soon as possible....