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Adult Faith Formation Classes

Know God More Deeply Through Intentional Faith Development & Connection

In this Online Catalog, you will find all of our Class Offerings. These classes meet throughout the week, online and in-person. Classes are most easily found by searching for either:

Our classes include options for:  Bible Studies, Theology Classes, Fellowship Groups, Book Studies, Embodied Wellness Groups, and Sermon Reflection Studies. We also have classes just for women, men, young adults, and singles.

Over the summer, most of the Adult Faith Formation programming takes a break, an intentional sabbath.  Our programming launch, for all age levels, begins on Homecoming, September 10th.

Whether you are seeking to study and learn about your faith, or are searching for authentic community in which to know and be known, we have options for you.

At Manchester UMC your faith development and connection to community. matter!

Upcoming Classes

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July 2024

How to Be Sick: June 12 – July 31, 2024

Dates:  Wednesdays, June 12 – July 31, 2024 No class on July 3 Time:  6:00-7:30 p.m. Location:  Room 220 | Manchester UMC Leader:  Jill Krogen Description:  The primary focus of this group is to explore tools for a better quality of life. This is a confidential learning group, and you will not be asked to share […]
15 Jul
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Room 220 | Manchester UMC

Centering Prayer

Centering Prayer Mondays | 7:30-8:30 p.m. This group will not meet on Dec. 25 or Jan. 1. Zoom Only (provided after registering) Leader:  Lou Kimmell and Tom Mitchell Centering Prayer, traditionally called contemplative prayer, is a method of prayer which prepares us to receive the gift of God’s presence. It facilitates the movement from more […]
15 Jul
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

How to Be Sick: June 12 – July 31, 2024

Dates:  Wednesdays, June 12 – July 31, 2024 No class on July 3 Time:  6:00-7:30 p.m. Location:  Room 220 | Manchester UMC Leader:  Jill Krogen Description:  The primary focus of this group is to explore tools for a better quality of life. This is a confidential learning group, and you will not be asked to share […]
16 Jul
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Room 220 | Manchester UMC

How to Know a Person – June 5 – July 31, 2024

Dates:  Wednesdays, June 5 – July 31, 2024  (8 sessions) No class on July 3. Time:  5:00 – 6:30p Location:  Room 219 | Manchester UMC Leaders: Dr. Steven Kidd and Dr. Anne Kidd Description: In this 8 week series, we will discuss skills associated with truly understanding and knowing others.  Using David Brooks’ “How to Know […]
17 Jul
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Room 219 | Manchester UMC

How to Be Sick: June 12 – July 31, 2024

Dates:  Wednesdays, June 12 – July 31, 2024 No class on July 3 Time:  6:00-7:30 p.m. Location:  Room 220 | Manchester UMC Leader:  Jill Krogen Description:  The primary focus of this group is to explore tools for a better quality of life. This is a confidential learning group, and you will not be asked to share […]
17 Jul
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Room 220 | Manchester UMC

The Gift of Empathy – June 5 – July 24, 2024

Dates:  Wednesdays, June 5 – July 24, 2024  (7 sessions) No class on July 3. Time:  6:30 – 8p Location:  Room 221 | Manchester UMC Leaders:  Rev. Dr. Mary Beth Hartenstein, Maurice Parisien and Jana Lippard Description:  We’ve all likely had thoughts of how the world could be a better place with greater empathy. By […]
17 Jul
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Room 221 | Manchester UMC
129 Woods Mill Road, Manchester, MO 63011

How to Be Sick: June 12 – July 31, 2024

Dates:  Wednesdays, June 12 – July 31, 2024 No class on July 3 Time:  6:00-7:30 p.m. Location:  Room 220 | Manchester UMC Leader:  Jill Krogen Description:  The primary focus of this group is to explore tools for a better quality of life. This is a confidential learning group, and you will not be asked to share […]
18 Jul
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Room 220 | Manchester UMC

How to Be Sick: June 12 – July 31, 2024

Dates:  Wednesdays, June 12 – July 31, 2024 No class on July 3 Time:  6:00-7:30 p.m. Location:  Room 220 | Manchester UMC Leader:  Jill Krogen Description:  The primary focus of this group is to explore tools for a better quality of life. This is a confidential learning group, and you will not be asked to share […]
19 Jul
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Room 220 | Manchester UMC

Men’s Bible Study

Men’s Bible Study Saturdays | 9:00-10:00 a.m. Zoom ID#:  807 155 411  Passcode: 241385 Leaders:  Rev. Steve Harbaugh and Kevin Tobin Grab a cup of coffee and join us at 9 a.m. on Saturday! It’s a great way to learn about the Bible and meet other men at Manchester UMC. Newcomers welcome!
20 Jul
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Zoom Only
Drawing

Beginning Drawing Class – June 1 – Aug. 3, 2024

Date:  Saturdays, June 1 – Aug. 3, 2024  (9 sessions) No class on July 6 Time:  4:00 – 5:00p Location:  Room 222 | Manchester UMC Leader:  Bobby Canonigo Description:  Drawing can bring so much joy and relaxation.  In fact, most people want to draw realistically, essentially focusing on the skill of drawing over the expression […]
20 Jul
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Room 222 | Manchester UMC
129 Woods Mill Road, Manchester, MO 63011

How to Be Sick: June 12 – July 31, 2024

Dates:  Wednesdays, June 12 – July 31, 2024 No class on July 3 Time:  6:00-7:30 p.m. Location:  Room 220 | Manchester UMC Leader:  Jill Krogen Description:  The primary focus of this group is to explore tools for a better quality of life. This is a confidential learning group, and you will not be asked to share […]
20 Jul
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Room 220 | Manchester UMC
Joy Butterfly 43

Joy Class

Sundays | 9:30-10:30 a.m. Room 219 | Manchester UMC Leader:  Jane Carr The Joy Class studies the Adult Bible Study which is a comprehensive Bible study plan with spiritual practices to deepen your relationship with God. Each quarter, the Joy Class has a new theme to study.  To learn more about the quarterly themes, please click here […]
21 Jul
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Room 219 | Manchester UMC
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