News from Manchester UMC

Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, February 7 / Noon-12:45p
Manchester UMC member and former State Representative, Trish Gunby, will present on “Bodily Autonomy: What it Means & Why it Matters.” Bring your own lunch. Learn more.

YA Dinner
February 10 / 6-8p
Join the Young Adult ministry for food and fellowship at Mike Duffy’s in Town & County. Let us know you are coming so we know what size table we need. Learn more.

Lenten All Church Study
Beginning week of Feb. 26
Small groups are forming now for this all-church study based on the works of Cole Author Riley’s book “This Here Flesh: Spirituality, Liberation, and the Stories That Make Us.” Learn more. 

High School Lock-In
Feb. 10-11 (HS)
High school lock-in includes an off-site trip, tons of food, worship, & fun with friends all night long. Friends are welcome! Register by February 5. Learn more.

Night at the Bistro
March 3 & 4
Manchester Youth will present a night of fun, gourmet food, a silent auction & entertainment as guests immerse themselves in the delicious world of Candyland. Tickets on now. Learn more.

Tat & Chat
Saturday, February 4 / 9:30a
Gather with others for fellowship and to work on tatting projects and/or learn how to needle tat.  Newcomers and beginners are welcome! Learn more.

Intuitive Eater Support Group
Mondays, 4p
Study the book, Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach, 4th edition by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch and support each other in a safe space. Newcomers welcome. Learn more.

Parent Group
Friday, February 10 / 9:30a
This group will be studying the book, Social Justice Parenting: How to Raise Compassionate Anti Racist Justice Minded Kids in an Unjust World. Learn more.

Early Response Spring Training
The Early Response Team is excited to announce three in-person Early Response Training dates this spring. This is the perfect opportunity to get engaged in disaster response work. Learn more.

MO-Hab
Save the Dates
MO-Hab begins the 2023 bike, walk or run season in support of Habitat for Humanity St. Louis. There are several events and ways to plug in. Beginners welcome. Learn more.

LifeWise STL Donations
LifeWise currently has a critically low stock of various new socks and underwear sizes. Please drop off these items in the missions collection bins near the main office. Visit the website for a list of items needed. Learn more.

Community Dinners
Wednesday, Feb. 8 / 5:30-6:30p
Chicken Pot Pie, Baked Apples and Salad will be served! The Children’s Choir will be the featured entertainment.  Register by Sunday, Feb. 5! Learn more.

New Member Class
Sunday, February 12 / 12:30-2:30p
If you have decided to make Manchester UMC your church, this class will provide a path to membership while learning about the church’s beliefs, history, culture & practices. Learn more.

We Shall Overcome
Sunday, February 5 / 7p
Celebrate Black History month with the glorious sounds of the Manchester UMC Colby Pipe Organ. Featuring music by Black composers and arrangers with organist, John Cargile. Learn more.

Men’s Gospel Chorus
Forming Now
If you love to sing and have enjoyed the sounds of groups like the Good News Quartette, then this might be a great way for you to plug into the life of the church. Learn more.

Circle of Friends Preschool
Registration Now Open
Enroll your child for the the 23/24 school year! Children from ages one-year to five-years old are welcome to be apart of this play-based preschool. Learn more.

The Church On The Hill
A printing of the second edition of the sold-out book The Church on the Hill is in consideration by the Historical Ministry. We are currently gaging interest in ordering. Learn more.

About Manchester UMC
Manchester UMC is a 2,600-member congregation that traces its roots to 1826. Located in West St. Louis County, the church is an inclusive community where God’s love and grace is extended to all.  Learn more.