Adult Ministry

MINNETONKA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Minnetonka, Minnesota, U.S.A.

Adult Ministry

Small Groups
Small group opportunities at MUMC create avenues for learning, faith exploration, fellowship and spiritual growth. We encourage all members to participate in some small group during the year.

Adult Sunday School Sundays, 8 a.m. in Adult Ministries Room

We study the scripture passage that will be used in the worship service that Sunday morning. Full participation is possible without having to do much preparation!

The Current Book Study - Monday Evenings - 7:00 – 8:30p.m.

Jesus – Uncovering the Life, Teachings, and Relevance of a Religious Revolutionary

by Marcus J. Borg - 2006

Again this year we will delve into the life of Jesus as we move toward Easter and seek to follow “the way” of Jesus. Whether you have read Borg previously or not at all, this book offers new insights into whom Jesus was and is for us today. Participants will read 2 chapters each week in preparation for the class discussion.

Facilitators: Gretchen Fogo and Ken Ehrman

Book Club

The March selection is Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. It is the story of the author's spiritual journey to God following a divorce and a crushing depression. Gilbert travels to Italy, India and Indonesia as she seeks to find healing and meaning in her life. Book Group meets Tuesday, March 25 at 7:00pm.

Living the Questions 2 –Living the Questions DVD/discussions -

You are invited to challenge your worldviews and understanding of the Divine by asking faith questions. Answers are not as important as raising the questions with which we need to wrestle to come into our own faith understandings. This DVD based series features a variety of clergy and theologians who look at the mysteries of faith and life, raise theological questions and generate dialogue.

On Wednesdays - 6:30pm - Facilitator: Karen Malmstrom

On Thursdays in conjunction with Excelsior United Methodist Church - 1:00–2:30 p.m. (at Minnetonka UMC in February) - Facilitators: Gretchen Fogo & Jacquelynn Schroeder

Spiritual Gift Study Thursdays - 7:00 p.m.

Artist’s Way – This study focuses on the spiritual gift of creativity. Books are available in church office.

Facilitator: Cynthia Prosek.

The Spirituality Group Fridays, meets from 6:45am to 7:30am.

Contact Cynthia Jung 952-470-0616

Lenten Grace Group Friday Mornings -10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Grace – what is it? how does one “get it?” how does one grow in it? We hear a lot about grace, but many of us are unclear as to its meaning and importance. As United Methodists, we know that our founder, John Wesley, spoke and wrote about a broad spectrum of grace. Using a video, biblical references, and brief paragraphs from some of John Wesley’s sermons, we will explore and perhaps experience the meaning of grace. No preparation needed. Facilitator: Gretchen Fogo

The United Methodist Women

The organized unit of United Methodist Women shall be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church. Please click here for more information

More Connections

Decisions Hills Camping Labor Day Weekend – August 31- Sept. 3
Women’s Golf Outing: Look for date and location in future bulletins.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Members prayerfully hand knit or crochet shawls that are given, anonymously, to a person who is in need of blessings or solace. Shawls are also presented to each infant baptized at MUMC. New members are always needed. If you are interested in joining in, please call Donna Albert at 952-938-9598. If you or a loved one wish to be wrapped in prayer with a shawl, please contact either Rev. Ken or Rev. Gretchen and let your wishes be known. This spirit filled ministry touches both the recipient as well as the maker of the shawl.

Fellowship Events

Quilters Mondays, 9:30 a.m.
- Gather weekly to make tied quilts for orphanages in Eastern Europe.
Harly's Helpers 2nd and 4th Mondays, 9:30 a.m.
- Gather with other retired men and help out with many projects around the church building...painting, repair work and many other odd jobs
Lunch Bunch Fourth Wednesday, 11 a.m.
- Meet at the church and car pool to a restaurant
Bridge Group Second Friday, 7:30 p.m.
- Play bridge with your church friends. Single players as well as couples, and all levels of skill are invited.
Crafters Third Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
- Meet one Friday night each month to work on your personal craft projects, or use this as an opportunity to learn new ones.

Annual Church Events

Annual Church Picnic
Annual Progressive Dinner
Labor Day at Decision Hills Camp
Halloween Party for Adults and Youth
Men's Retreat
Men's Night Out

Minnetonka United Methodist Church, 17611 Lake Street Extension, Minnetonka, MN 55345

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