Summer is on my brain. The snow melts, the temperature warms, and the meetings for our summer events are coming fast and furious.
We're having a new meeting for teens and parents to learn more about the mission trip and LYFE Camp. We have a new twist on Good Friday worship. We have a new opportunity to participate in peaceful protest. We have a new lock-in coming up. And we have new content for Video Theology for parents this month. Can you
stand
so much newness?! It may get to you.
I hope all of you are subscribed to the Facebook Page for Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church. You'll find the daily devotions for Lent, including several written by Confirmation students. I've heard great things from members of the congregation at the inclusion of so many young people. Be proud of your contribution and the rest of us will cheer you on.
Finally, I've been trying to meet with a few lately and if you're up for it, please get on my calendar by contacting my executive assistant, Dawn Breffle. We don't have to meet just because something is on your heart, it can simply be to get to know each other. Let's go out for coffee or a milkshake or dinner or something. And it's on me!
In Christ,
Rev. Nate Melcher
Associate Pastor
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Are you part of the March 14 Walk Outs?
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We had an amazing conversation about school shootings on Sunday evening. Thank you to all of the teens who participated.
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Mission Trip registration OPEN, info meeting!
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Church of Youth Mission Trip to Motown Mission in Detroit, Michigan
Saturday, July 28, 2018 - Saturday, August 4, 2018
NEW: Open to 8th-12th Graders! Looking for great adult chaperones, too!
Info Meeting on Sunday, March 11 at 5:30pm, Church of Youth Room
Come and get the full scoop on our mission trip to Detroit this summer. You'll learn about the work, the fun, the details, and the scholarship opportunities. We are proud to expand this trip to include our wonderful 8th Grader class this year, too. Pray about whether this ministry is right for you and don't delay, they need our sign ups NOW!
DEADLINES:
$50 Down Payment due by April 1
Remaining Balance due by May 1
PRICING STRUCTURE:
$375 Full Price
$325 If you work the Parking Lot Fundraisers
$275 If you work the Parking Lot Fundraisers AND attend LYFE Camp (that's right, you can attend both amazing summer ministries for a combined cost of only $575 or nearly 30% off!)
BONUS DATES:
03.11.2018 | Mission Trip Info Meeting at 5:30pm
TBA | Pre-Mission Trip Meet-and-Greet and Prep Pot Luck
06.16.2018 | Parking Lot Fundraiser: Rock the Garden
06.23.2018 | Parking Lot Fundraiser: Pride I
06.24.2018 | Parking Lot Fundraiser: Pride II
07.06.2018 | Parking Lot Fundraiser: Basilica Block Party I
07.07.2018 | Parking Lot Fundraiser: Basilica Block Party II
07.22.2018 | Teens receive a special blessing in Worship
08.05.2018 | Teens speak/witness in Worship about our experience
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LYFE Camp
Sunday, June 24 - Saturday, June 30
Open to 7th-10th Graders
Info Meeting on Sunday, March 11 at 5:30pm, Church of Youth Room
Come and get the full scoop on LYFE Camp and why it's time to join in this amazing week-long experience in the beautiful north woods of Northern Pines Camp. Hear from teens who have gone and learn about scholarship opportunities.
PRICING STRUCTURE:
$430 Full Price
$300 All Hennepin teens automatically get $130 scholarship this year!
$275 If you do both LYFE Camp AND the Mission Trip. Bonus scholarship!
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Friends, let's rally and fill up the Sunday Night Meal schedule for the rest of the spring.
The SignUp.com is ready for you, and we just need to fill ten meals. Who can help us out?
Thanks to Curtis and Jill Johnson for signing up for tonight's meal!
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Bring your Bible to class this week, thanks!
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Last Week:
Question Box
This Week:
How I Preach - learn how Pastor Nate approaches studying scripture to prepare for his next sermon
Next Week:
Jesus, Justice, and Membership Vows
Coming Up: We are the Breakfast server crew on March 18, please plan to arrive at our normal time and stay through 12:00pm to serve, thanks!
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5:30pm-6:30pm, Sundays, with a meal at 6:30pm and Journey at 7:00pm
Last Week: Video Discussion and School Shooting Dialogue
This Week: Community Meals (arrive at 4:00pm, thanks!)
Next Week: Mission Trip and LYFE Camp Meeting for Teens and Parents
March 18: Expanded rehearsal for Good Friday worship (ALL teens!)
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Sunday Evenings, 7:00pm-8:00pm, in the Church of Youth Room
Parents! Invite a friend and be a part of this brand-new drop-in group! We watch a documentary episode, short film, or a film in parts and explore its themes and ideas for our faith, our lives, and our God in a casual group discussion. Gatherings are facilitated by Pastor Nate Melcher. Yes, we will have popcorn! Open to all adults, so invite a friend!
#livetoinvite
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These classic videos feature Rev. Rob Bell exploring a story from scripture and how we apply it to our lives. We may watch one or two, depending on how lively conversation is during our time together.
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This 2012 documentary features preachers and teachers from all across the theological spectrum speculating on the nature of God, the existence of hell, and what does ultimate reconciliation look like. We'll watch and discuss this documentary in three parts over three nights. From Nate: "This is one of the most powerful films I've ever experienced, in terms of exploring my own faith. I'm proud to share it with you and truly hope we can have some amazing discussion!"
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An Oscar-nominated documentary, this behind-the-scenes look at how one Lutheran church tried to open people's hearts to their black neighbors down the street is a harrowing snapshot of 1960s America. Ultimately, it's hard to watch this film and not think about where we are today as a society. How have we grown? How do we still have such a long way to go? We'll watch and explore this over two nights.
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April 18, 25, and May 6:
Accidental Courtesy
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view trailer
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This fascinating documentary features Daryl Davis, a black man, befriending white supremacists and KKK members under the banner of a simple premise: "How can you hate me if you don't even know me?" We'll witness Daryl's bewildering journey into the land of racial hate and witness what reconciliation can look like. We'll view and discuss this film over three nights.
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Get ready for major events, like...
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03.11 Mission Trip + LYFE Camp Info Meeting
03.30 Good Friday Worship
05.04 Service+Cinema Lock-In: Avengers
05.20 Graduation Sunday
06.24-06.30 LYFE Camp 2018
07.28-08.04 Senior High Mission Trip
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