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ADULT | Short Term Classes

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Manchester UMC offers short term classes that cover a variety of timely and intriguing topics. These classes are from one to six weeks long and appeal to a wide variety of audiences.

Fall 2024

The Gospel of Mark

Weds, Sept. 11-Oct. 16 MORNING

The Gospel of Mark

Weds, Sept. 11-Oct. 18 EVENINGS

Short Term Classes

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Sermon, Exactly How did I get here, Mark 6:30-44
Sermons

Exactly How Did I Get Here? Part II

The Scripture for this final sermon is Mark 6:30-44. In this passage, Jesus recommends a time of rest and spiritual renewal for the disciples. The twelve had just returned from a mission during which they preached and healed. Jesus thought his closest followers needed a Sabbath, so he led them to a deserted place to recuperate. But Jesus’s planned retreat was interrupted because the crowds discovered where he was and packed the place. In this setting, Jesus demonstrates his compassion, showing himself to be the Good Shepherd as he cares for his people, sacrificing his own much-needed rest.

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Member Name Tag Request

New Name Tag Request If you are a member and need a new name tag, please Order a Name Tag Here. Please complete this registration form and payment of $11. If you would like to fill out a form in person, please visit us at the information desk on Sundays

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Sermons

In God We Trust

Throughout the centuries, “trust in God” has been a frequent theme in our prayers, our hymns and our sacred songs. It is certainly a biblical theme as well. There are 182 references to “trust” in the Bible, and most of these refer to us placing our trust in God. In America, our money even proclaims “In God We Trust.” I invite you to join us for worship this weekend as we take a look at Psalm 105 and at the refrain, “In God We Trust.” Does that mean that we expect God will “fix” everything? What about free will? How should we really trust in God?

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Adult Faith Formation
Short Term Class

Beginning Drawing Class

 Date:  Saturdays, June 1 – Aug. 3, 2024 
No class 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 of the work itself.  This is how most drawing classes begin.  Briefly we will work on the structure of two aspects of drawing shape (the correct outline and structure of a thing) and form (the shadow and fullness of a thing).  It is typical to do well as one thing much more than the other, so the class will be about balancing those two aspects.

Tools:  Click here to view the suggested tools that are available on Amazon and runs around $17.  

All are welcome! 

Please enter the building from the southeast door which is the elevator entrance to the Historic Chapel.

Class participants must be adults.  Children under age 18 may attend with their parent or guardian.

Adult Faith Formation
Short Term Class

How to Know a Person

The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen

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 a Person” as a guide, participants will discuss important ways life is enriched when one sees deeply and is deeply seen. 

Class members will be invited to share their faith/life stories (not required)   This book study/discussion group follows the spring Sanctuary course on the interface of Mental Health and the Church where personal stories shared by individuals with lived experience of mental health crises highlighted the value of church as a safe and welcoming place.  This course offers a time to reflect on ways we as the church can continue to grow as a safe haven for all.  

Leaders:  Dr. Steven Kidd is a Psychologist, and his wife, Dr. Anne Kidd is a Social Worker.

Book: How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen – This book is available at online and local book stores, as well as the local library.