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Each week, Manchester UMC will featured the latest news and opportunities in the life of this vibrant church. Each ministry has something to offer from classes to trips, missions to social justice action, there is something for everyone.

At Manchester UMC we extend God’s love and grace to ALL people, and we are called to make a difference for Christ by transforming church and community. We invite you to be apart of a loving community by getting involved in one or more of these opportunities!

Weekend Worship


Saturday
5p | Traditional-Casual | Historic Chapel
Sunday
9a | Modern | Sanctuary
11a | Traditional | Sanctuary

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Kevin MCBeth 3oth Anniversary Concert

Anniversary Concert
September 28 | 7p

Join us in celebrating Kevin McBeth’s remarkable 30 years of ministry at Manchester UMC and his 15 years of artistic collaboration with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra!

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AV Volunteers Needed

If you have a passion for audio visual, this group is just for you! Volunteers are needed to help with slides, sound and camera during Sunday morning worship. No experience required and training provided!

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Children Sunday School

Volunteer with Kids & Youth Ministry

Help empower the next generation to know they are loved by God! Whether you're leading, supporting, or simply showing up with a smile, your presence matters

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God & Life Scouting Medals
Begins September 14

The opportunity to earn the Scouting Medals God and Me and God and Family is here again! This class is open to Scouts (any gender) in grades 1-5. The class will run through the end of October.

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Youth 25-26 Program Registration
Deadline | September 1

It's that time of year and all Youth programming is starting back up! All youth, parents and volunteers need to register for the year to better assist the staff with planning.

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Lydia Circle
September 4 | 10a

Join Lydia Circle’s kickoff meeting and get to know new friends!

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How the Bible Actually Works Beginning September 7 | 9a

Explore how the Bible challenges us, invites us to venture beyond what is familiar, and to look past the words on the page to seek what God is up to right here and now.

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Roast & Toast September 14 | 6-8p

Beth is moving on, so let's gather together to send her off in style! This party is for all ages and will include dinner, activities, and more! Come celebrate Beth and her years of service to MUMC!

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Volunteer at ReSTORE | September 12 OR October 12

Looking for a hands-on way to support Habitat’s mission without swinging a hammer? ReStore is a retail outlet that sells new and gently used building materials, furniture, appliances, and more.

Bike Rehab Work Day September 13 | 8a-Noon

The Bike House is open to volunteers. Some of the rehabbing tasks include: replacing tires, tubes, grips, brake pads, cables, cable housing, reflectors, seats, pedals, and kick stands.

Volunteer for Tower Grove Pride September 27 & 28

Manchester UMC will be presented at the Tower Grove Pride Festival this year and we'd love to have you join us! View times and dates online.

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Apple Butter Days October 8-12

Volunteers are needed to help prepare the apples and make the apple butter! Come out for this great opportunity for fellowship and fun!

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Community Dinners
on Sale!

Community Dinners return on September 10! You can get your individual meals or season passes now! You won't want to miss out on this great fellowship opportunity!

Food 4 Kids Pop In Event September 13 & 14

Mark your calendars for the next Pop In event, featuring Food 4 Kids! Stop by the table to learn about this ministry, their mission and how you can get involved! 

3rd Annual Bread & Butter Gala
October 3 | 6-10p

Support Bridge Bread Bakery’s mission at this wonderful fundraiser in the stunning Starlight Room at The Chase Park Plaza.

Guest Speaker
Jennifer Schaefer
September 17 | 6:30p

You're invited to hear Jennifer Schafer, Development & Walk Director for the Greater Missouri Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association present on "The Impact of Alzheimer's and Dementia in Our Community".

Walk to End Alzheimer's

Walk to End Alzheimer's
October 25

Get out your walking shoes and join Manchester UMC's team as a show of support for those affected by Alzheimer's and all other forms of dementia!

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Manchester UMC Glow Down!
October 11 | 5-8p

Manchester UMC’s popular Fall Kick-Off Event is getting a Glow-Down! This year, we are excited to roll out the new Glow-Down, a night of food, fun, and fellowship featuring exciting glow elements! Enjoy a hayride, paint some pumpkins, play games, and more all while enjoying the glow of the lights around you!

Walk in the Homecoming Parade! September 6 | 9:30a

Calling all ministries, small groups, families, members, and casual attenders! Put on your Manchester UMC shirt and join us as we walk together behind the church banner down the parade route.

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Extending God's love and grace to ALL

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At Manchester United Methodist Church, we extend God’s love and grace to ALL people. Therefore, as we journey toward a greater understanding of one another, we respect our human family’s diversity of age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental ability, family structure, marital status, socioeconomic status, education, political perspective, faith history and life experience.

Manchester United Methodist Church is a 2,600-member congregation that traces its roots back to 1826. The church is one of the largest United Methodist congregations in the United States and is located in West St. Louis County of Missouri. The church is an inclusive community where all are welcome.

We are called to be an inclusive community of people who love Christ deeply, worship him passionately, and serve him boldly. We are called to make a difference for Christ by transforming church and community.

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