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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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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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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 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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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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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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About

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

ABOUT | CHILDREN & FAMILIES

children and families ministry Grow together in faith Sundays at Manchester UMC, offer several different ways for the children of God and their families 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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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

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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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, Jan. 27, 2024 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Worship Arts

Musicians Wanted

Modern Worship The Modern Worship band is looking for new musicians, especially drummers, guitarists and keyboard players, to join this team. The Modern Worship team

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Adult Classes

Become A New Member

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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Middle School Meet Up

Middle School Meet Up Middle School Meet-Up is a smaller, informal gathering of middle schoolers. Youth play games together, grow in faith through small group

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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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About | Youth

Manchester Youth Mission Statement Manchester Youth is a loving, fun, and inclusive community that equips students to make faith and life decisions by helping them

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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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Information Center Team

If you enjoy welcoming and helping others, we need your warmth and enthusiasm at the Information Center on Sunday mornings! You do not need to

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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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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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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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Adult Classes

Friendship Class

Day: Two Sundays per Month: Dates are TBDTime: 11:00 to NoonLocation: Room 219Leader: Tracy Marak Description:  Manchester UMC’s Friendship Class is a Sunday school program

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Confirmation

Confirmation

At Manchester UMC, the Confirmation program provides an opportunity for young people to explore the Christian faith alongside other youth in a fun, relevant and

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Youth Music

Cantate Choir Who: Grades 6 – 12Rehearsal Dates: Sundays, Sept. thru MayTimes: 9:45-10:30 amLocation: Room 141Director: Kurtis HeinrichAccompanist: John Cargile Youth Music Mission Proclaiming the

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Worship Arts

Handbell Choir

Manchester United Methodist Church has a long standing history of music and the worship arts. Our Ringing Choirs help you experience the joy of music

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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...

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 optional programs before and...

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 development and connection to...