On Sunday, October 3, 2021, the congregation of Hennepin Avenue UMC will vote on whether to allow Hennepin Avenue UMC clergy to officiate same-sex marriage ceremonies on Hennepin Avenue UMC premises.

To encourage as many members as possible to participate in this important decision, we invite you and all congregational members to share in one of three opportunities to discuss the subject and raise questions or concerns. Two sessions will be conducted via Zoom and one session will be conducted in person.

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The Sacred Journey worship community extends an invitation and asks for your participation in the listening and healing circles, to be conducted via Zoom and in-person.

The purpose of the circles is to receive your thoughts and expressions on Sacred Journey worship. The listening circles will be conducted by Hennepin Avenue UMC member Jo Park, and her work colleague Nicky Loch. These listening circles are being offered and facilitated by the Adult Nurture Team.

The Listening and Healing Circles will take place on August 19 in-person at 7pm, in the Art Gallery and August 26 on ZOOM at 7pm.

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The Sanctuary Choir is holding several "Tune Up Nights" during the month of August in anticipation of resuming a regular ministry schedule this fall. Guests considering choir membership are most welcome!

The Sanctuary has been visited by the sounds of beautiful singing, as well as the happy sounds of reunion and fellowship. This summer, following strict masking, distancing, vaccination, and closely monitored times of air exchange within the space, members of the Sanctuary Choir are coming together for Tune Up Nights.

“We’re spending time to reacquaint ourselves with beautiful singing technique, as well as working on some of the repertoire which will be part of our fall ministry,” reports Mark Squire, director of the ensemble, “but equally important is the in-person fellowship which is a hallmark of this musical and spiritual family.”

Singers are supplied with special masks which are designed to allow the participants to breath and sing with minimal impingement, and rehearsals are held in the open spaces of the sanctuary.

The choir throughout the pandemic has stayed in touch back regular Zoom fellowship gatherings and emails, and did a couple of distanced recordings as well as recording the hymns for last Sunday’s Traditional Easter Service. Closely following the developments of the COVID virus and variants (including guidance from the CDC and MN State Health Department), members of the Sanctuary Choir are eager to resume the ministry activity they so love and bless so many.

“This is a perfect time for others in our community with choir experience to come and TUNE UP with the Sanctuary Choir,” Squire continued, “Contact me at the church at mark@haumc.org for upcoming dates and times and explore choir membership!” Regular rehearsals (continuing with healthy protocols) are hoped to resume in September.

The mountains we face might be obstacles to overcome, but they can also be opportunities for us to take the next step forward. With God none of these mountains are impossible for us to move. This is a series about experiencing the power of faith and trust in God. As we begin to navigate our way forward, how can we connect with God’s power?

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-8

10:00 am Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary

With the rise of the Delta variant and in alignment with recently updated guidance from the City of Minneapolis, Hennepin Avenue UMC has decided to reinstate a mask requirement for the building, effective immediately. This applies to groups using the building and for Sunday services. Please remember to mask up this Sunday if you are attending in-person worship.

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Help send kids to school with a full pack of supplies by contributing to the People Serving People (PSP) school supply drive! PSP helps children and families experiencing homelessness manage crisis situations and build a strong foundation for their long-term success.

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A new exhibit in Carlson Hall will feature the beautiful nature photography of Michael Shoop from August 4 through September 28. His wilderness and wildlife photographs were featured in a successful national Sierra Club poster campaign to preserve the Endangered Species Act. Come ask Michael how he finds the right light at an informal opportunity to meet him following Sanctuary Worship on September 12. An evening artist reception and gallery talk will be held September 17 at 6:30PM.

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Our partnership with Good Samaritan UMC for Adventure Island VBS was a huge success! Over 40 campers and 2 dozen volunteers spent over 35 hours together singing, playing, and learning about Jesus (click the video above).

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Enjoy a live presentation of the classic "On Golden Pond" for FREE. In response to Hennepin Avenue UMC providing rehearsal space, the Long Lake Theatre Group will present their dress rehearsal of the drama On Golden Pond, Thursday, August 26 in the Church of Youth (lower level of the church) at 6:30pm. Masks and social distancing are encouraged.

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CLICK "VIEW ENTIRE MESSAGE" (BELOW)

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TO VOLUNTEER > > > Contact Jan Russell: jmrd406@gmail.com or 612-849-6242

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Are you looking for a warm way to end your day? Drop into Closings and share a conversation with friends. This open, lay-led group is a place for conversation, connection, and community. 

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