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Check out the latest news and opportunities!
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
4p | Traditional/Casual | Chapel
Sunday
9a | Modern Service | Fellowship Hall
11a | Traditional | Sanctuary
opportunities to serve
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Sneakers with Soul Donations | Now-Aug. 6
Help support local children in the community in need of a pair of sneakers by making your financial contribution to help reach our goal of 1,000 pairs of sneakers.
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Kids Movie Night | Friday, August 9 | 6-8p
Mark your calendar for this exciting showing of Disney's Encanto. While kids enjoy the movie, parents are invited to a time of fellowship with another. Register by August 7.
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Confirmation | Registration Now Open
This initiative is designed to guide each participant in understanding God's unwavering love and remarkable grace through interactive experiences and meaningful discussions. Register online.
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Order a Name Tag
Name tags are a great way for people of the church to get to know one another. With so many new faces coming through the doors and with Pastor Ron arriving soon, we invite you to purchase a nice, new name tag!
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Toilet Paper Donations
Regular contributions are essential to support our community! Donations of toilet paper can be deposited in the Personal Essentials collection bin located outside the church office.
youth
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Pool Party | Sunday, August 11 | 6-8p
Come celebrate the last bit of summer before school starts! Open to all incoming 6th graders through graduating seniors, enjoy an evening swim and fun with friends. Register by August 7.
adult faith formation
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Ladies Bridge Marathon |
September 11 | 9a
Come out and enjoy this time of fellowship! Teams are now forming. Please register by August 7.
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Tat & Chat | Saturday, August 3 | 9:30a
Gather with others for fellowship and to work on tatting projects and/or how to needle tat. Newcomers and beginners are welcome!
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Young Adult Book Club | Tuesday, August 6 | 6p
Hosted by parents and teachers from Rockwood Middle School, this club reads and discusses books about what teens are currently reading. Register to learn more about what book is next!
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Evening Book Club | Wednesday, July 31 | 7p
This group will be discussing the book Tom Lake, by Ann Patchett. Register ahead of time so that discussion questions can be emailed.
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Men's Bible Study | Saturdays | 9a
Join this online Bible study group each Saturday morning as they read and study scripture. Newcomers welcome!
missions and Social justice
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Bike Rehab Work Day | Saturday, August 10 | 8a-Noon
Join the Bike Rehab Ministry at their next work day! Volunteers can help clean bikes to enhance its appearance and prepare it for a joyful recipient. No experience needed!
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Epworth Back to School Dinner | Thursday, August 22 | 5-8p
Be a part of MUMC’s group to plan, prepare, and serve a meal at Epworth’s Drop in Center in Normandy! Help prepare the meal for this festive evening with Epworth's youth.
other information
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Fall Kick-Off | Sunday, September 8 | 10a Worship, 11a-1p Event
Make sure to mark your calendars for this annual event! Celebrate the kick-off of ministries with inflatables, games, music, and more!
about manchester umc
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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