Minnehaha United Methodist Church

WE'LL WORSHIP AT ONE SERVICE FOR 3 SUNDAYS IN A ROW: Normally we have two worship services on Sunday mornings, but on May 19, May 26 and June 2 we'll all worship together at 10:00 a.m. Join us and get to know people you never even knew existed! (Click here for more about our "normal" worship services.)

REV. BECKY SECHRIST

WELCOME. Rev. Becky Sechrist invites you to check out the "First Visit" tab (above), and to join us in our faith, ministry, service and fellowship.

HELP WITH MINNEHARVEST ON SATURDAY, MAY 25: MinneHarvest is our once-a-month food mission to support the food insecure in our neighborhood. Join us this Saturday at 6:30 a.m. to help unload the truck, or later at 8:45 a.m. to distribute food and clean up. We'll be done by 10:30 a.m.

WE'RE FIGHTING FOOD INSECURITY IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD. Click here to find out how you can help.

Help Us Tend Our Minnehaha Garden: Click here to sign up. Or contact Jenia at: education@minnehaha.org.

40% of the church's energy is produced by our solar panels. Click here to see how much energy we're generating today. (Note: There's a 6 hour delay between readings.) NEW: Click here for even more solar data!

Planning to Visit Minnehaha UMC for the first time? Click here to find out what to expect. (Note: It's not as scary as you think.)

Minnehaha Playgroup: Children 5 and under—and their caregivers—are invited to spend Thursday mornings from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. to play, talk, explore, support and learn together. During the summer we usually meet at local parks. Look for the blue sign! (Click here for more information.)

JOB POSTING: CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILIES PROGRAM DIRECTOR: We are seeking a program director for our children, youth and family programs. Click here for more information.

REGARDING THE EVENTS OF GENERAL CONFERENCE

MINNEHAHA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PROUDLY WELCOMES EVERYONE: We are a Reconciling Congregation, living out the promise of God’s love to everyone, including the LGBTQ+ community. As Bishop Ough wrote, "I have heard the pleas for a church of justice, inclusion, and commitment to our Wesleyan values. I understand the pain many are experiencing." (Click here to read Bishop Ough's complete letter of March 20, 2019.)

BRING YOUR KIDS INTO THE WORSHIP SERVICE

KIDS MAKE NOISE: There are lots of children at Minnehaha. If your child cries during the church service, no big deal. It happens all the time. Kids make noise. Everybody knows that.

SEEKING? CURIOUS? BORED? Click here to listen to one of Becky's sermons. You'll be glad you did.

Want to support the programs and missions of Minnehaha United Methodist Church? Get the Give+ app. Click here to find out how easy it is.

WHAT HAPPENED AT THE 2019 GENERAL CONFERENCE? Click here to get the details on the vote at the Special General Conference of the United Methodist Church in February 2019.

YOU ARE THERE, WE ARE HERE: We're at 3701 E. 50th Street in South Minneapolis. Click here to see a Google map.

Want to become a member of Minnehaha United Methodist Church? Click here to find out what's involved.

EVERYBODY IS WELCOME: Minnehaha United Methodist Church is a reconciling, LGBTQ+ affirming congregation.

MINNEHAHA UMC HOSTS "URBAN BOUND" YOUTH MISSION: We're hosting "Urban Bound" – bringing together youth from Minnehaha UMC and out-state Minnesota to do service projects, explore the city and build friendships – on July 28 through 31 for youth entering 9th through 12th grades. Contact Jenia at education@minnehaha.org for more information.

SIGN UP FOR VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL AT MINNEHAHA UMC: Amazing sciences. Creative crafts. Fun recreation. Exciting music. Memorable Bible stories. And more! Click here to sign up for Vacation Bible School from Wednesday, June 19 to Friday, June 21, from 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Children three to 10 years old. Cost: $25/child or $45/family. Registration and fees due by June 9.

SIGN UP FOR MUSIC AND DRAMA CAMP AT MINNEHAHA UMC: Actors! Singers! Set designers! Fun-seekers! Join us for an original production: The Tales of Roald Dahl. The camp goes from Monday, June 17 through Friday, June 21; from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. And it'll be presented the evening of Friday, June 21. It's for kids and youth who have completed 3rd through 8th grades as of June 2019. Cost: $100/participant. Click here to sign up. Registration and fees due by June 9.

SIGN UP FOR CAMP TODAY: Camp Minnesota, a division of the UMC Minnesota Annual Conference, puts together some great camps for ages six to 13. Check it out. Spots fill quickly, so click here right now for more information.

GRANDPARENTS! SIGN UP FOR CAMP TODAY: Spend three days and two nights with your grandchildren at Koinonia Retreat Center in Annandale, MN. July 14 – 16. Crafts, swimming and fun camp adventures will make for lasting memories. Camp Minnesota, a division of the UMC Minnesota Annual Conference, puts on the camp. (Off-Site Programs and Events ID #409: $180/adult; $135/child or youth.) Click here to register.

NEW VISITOR SURVIVAL KIT

PREPARE YOURSELF: You want to visit Minnehaha United Methodist Church? Seriously? First check out our New Visitor Survival Kit.

YOUTH MEET ON SUNDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS This year, Minnehaha UMC's youth will meet Sunday afternoons from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 6:15 – 7:00 p.m. (After the 5:30 p.m. all-church supper, if you're interested.) Click here to find out more and to register! Click here for a list of May Youth events!

WE SEEK. WE SERVE. WE CELEBRATE. Minnehaha United Methodist Church is a progressive, multi-generation Christian church in south Minneapolis. Join us.

SUPPORTING OUR NEIGHBORHOOD "Nokomis Serves" is a collaboration among Minnehaha United Methodist, Lake Nokomis Lutheran and St. James Episcopal churches. Our goal is to work together to serve the Nokomis community and beyond. (Click here to find out how we're serving the neighborhood together.)

FAMILIES MOVING FORWARD HOUSES HOMELESS FAMILIES FOR A WEEK: Minnehaha UMC has joined with Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church to support Families Moving Forward. Volunteers are needed to serve dinner, breakfast and run evening activities. This program is coordinated by Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative. Interested? Contact: Robbie Becker at 612-721-2768.

MINNEHAHA UMC IN PICTURES: Click here to see photos of church events and activities.

WILDFIRE, VOLCANO, HURRICANE & EARTHQUAKE ASSISTANCE: The United Methodist Committee on Relief is a non-profit agency of the United Methodist Church that provides worldwide relief in emergencies. Note: 100% of your donation goes to support relief.

CHILDCARE IS AVAILABLE SUNDAY MORNINGS

GOT KIDS? Sunday mornings from 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., children 0-5 years can come to the nursery during worship and/or faith formation hour. And all parents of young children (0-5 years) are invited to have coffee and treats during the 10-11 a.m. hour. We visit while the children play with our childcare attendant. Click here for more info.

THIS BLOG'S FOR YOU Click here to find out more about what kids and families are up to at Minnehaha United Methodist Church.

TAIZE SERVICE OF MUSIC AND MEDITATION

2nd Friday @ 7:00 PM Join us each month for our Taizé service of music, prayer and meditation. Peace.(Click here to find out more about Taize worship.)

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FIGHT HUNGER: Minnehaha United Methodist Church has four food ministries. (Click here to find out how you can help.)

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