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Pastor's Note

What Makes Humans Human

“If we do it right, we might be able to evolve a form of work that taps into our uniquely human capabilities and restores our

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Sermons

Let There Be a Big Bang

Science teaches that the universe began 15 million years ago with a “Big Bang.” Genesis teaches that God created the “heavens and the earth” by

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Pastor's Note

The God Particle

September 19, 2023 “All religions, arts and sciences are branches of the same tree. All these aspirations are directed toward ennobling man’s life, lifting it

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Pastor's Note

Let There Be A Big Bang

September 12, 2023 Albert Einstein said, “Science without religion is lame; religion without science is blind.”  Scientific ideas and theological concepts are often woven together in

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Faith Coaching
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Connection Coach Resources

To help support the Connection Coaches, the following tools are available for downloading.  Click on each desired bulleted item. Connection Coach Documents: Connection Coach Feedback

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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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About

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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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! Starting on Wednesday September 13, multiple generations gather from 5:30 to 6:30p for an affordable community dinner

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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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Adults

All-Church Study

Twice a year Manchester UMC offers an All Church Study. Offered at different times throughout the week, small groups are offered and they study the

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Serving

Season of Giving

God has given us the greatest gift of all, let’s give back with actions of faith this Season of Giving! From Sunday, Nov. 20 –

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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 to

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Connecting

ABOUT | 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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Adults

ABOUT | 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

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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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Rev Dr Eboni Marshall Turman
Social Justice

Rev. Dr. Eboni Marshall Turman

Black Womanist Theology as a Launching Point Workshop Description: The launching point of this workshop will be Black and Black womanist theology. In her work,

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Serving

Walk Justly Conference

Register Here october 20-21, 2023 00 Days 00 Hours 00 Minutes 00 Seconds The (re)inhabit conference is for those leaning into our calling to tend the wellbeing

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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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Adults

Mission Leader Gathering

Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023 10 a.m. to Noon Mission Leaders are invited to gather and connect with one another. There will be opportunities to share

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Erin Bryan

Joyful Noise Choir Director Erin Bryan has been a member of Manchester UMC since 2020. She and her husband have 3 children and have been

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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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Backstage Pass Series

The Backstage Pass Series seeks to bring transparency to different aspects of how Manchester UMC functions. Below are links to current and previous Backstage Pass

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Landscaping Team

Is landscaping care one of your happy places? Join Pastor Phil Estes and the Landscaping Ministry Team! Plan on gathering up to quarterly with the

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Connecting

Laser Tag Lock-In

Who: Middle School Youth (6 – 8 Grade) Starting: Friday, March 4, 2022, 8pEnding: Saturday, March 5, 2022, 9a Location: The Edge, Belleville, ILLeader: Beth

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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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Pastoral Statements

From time to time, the five appointed clergy of Manchester UMC issue pastoral statements that contain their collective thoughts on important and timely matters relevant

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Connecting

Race & Education

May 24, 2021 We, the undersigned staff members of Manchester United Methodist Church, express our support of truthful education regarding the history of race and

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Connecting

Inclusion

January 14, 2020 We, the undersigned appointed clergy of Manchester United Methodist Church, are committed to remaining in the United Methodist Church as it becomes

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Connecting

Black Lives Matter

June 7, 2020 We, the appointed clergy of Manchester United Methodist Church, mourn the tragic killings of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, and countless

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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 Melton, Receptionist/Children’s & Youth

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Connecting

Conversation about Our History

Date: Sunday, August 8, 2021Time:  7:00 p.m.Location: Sanctuary | Manchester UMC (Near the intersection of Hwy 141 & Manchester Road) and Live StreamGuest Panel: Jeffrey Pasley, Peter Kastor,

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Children & Families

Serving With Children

Manchester UMC’s Children & Family Ministries is looking for those interested in serving with children ages 6 weeks – 5th grade. Children are the future

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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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Molly Henley
Contact

Molly Henley

Financial Assistant I grew up in a rural community in northeastern Missouri and moved to St. Louis after high school.  I have a degree in

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Communications

Altar Flowers

Altar flowers may be given in honor or memory of a special person or event. Flower arrangements are typically displayed in the Chancel area during

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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. Andy Bryan 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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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

bike rehab ministry Mission The Bike Rehab ministry is a volunteer group whose mission is to collect, refurbish and distribute safe, used bicycles through charity

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Events & Activities (Young Adults)

One for the Crow Plant Space

Manchester UMC is proud to partner with and support One for the Crow Plant Space.  This is a volunteer run Community Garden in the Gravois

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The God Particle

September 19, 2023 “All religions, arts and sciences are branches of the same tree. All these aspirations are directed toward ennobling man’s life, lifting it from the sphere of...

Let There Be A Big Bang

September 12, 2023 Albert Einstein said, “Science without religion is lame; religion without science is blind.”  Scientific ideas and theological concepts are often woven together in beautiful ways. Not only...

Connection Coach Resources

To help support the Connection Coaches, the following tools are available for downloading.  Click on each desired bulleted item. Connection Coach Documents: Connection Coach Feedback Form (updated July 2023)...