NATE NOTE

Today's email - which is very shareable, remember! - is filled with several opportunities for you to get involved in young adult ministries. From Pub Theology to the new Mentorship Ministry, from brand-new Adulting 101 workshops to the Fall Men's Retreat for all generations, my hope is you'll find at least one or more opportunities that are calling to you. I'm personally excited to be back at Pub Theology tonight at Sisyphus Brewing after two months away. In July, I was away for a class in Sioux Falls, South Dakota while in August, I was away for a Conference in Tipp City, Ohio. I've been missing the chance to talk faith and life over a tasty beverage with you. Hope to see you there! The team is starting to recruit for the new Mentorship Ministry where we pair up a young adult and an older adult for a year-long relationship of meetings, the Enneagram, and an exclusive party this spring. I've always found that seeking out a small handful of adults older than me to bounce ideas off has had a profound impact on my life. We hope 20 of you will take advantage of this chance to get together. Plus, coffee is on us! And finally, the Adulting 101 workshops are ready to launch! We've polled and prayed on a variety of topics and a handful have clearly risen to the top. The first workshop kicks off in October and there's still room for you to attend or even present, if you like. Workshops start at 1:00pm with the hope of picking up that Sunday post-brunch crowd in Uptown! :) Men, you've hopefully had the date on your calendar a long time because now it's time to commit to the Intergen Men's Retreat on November 10-11. This 24-hour retreat at Koinonia Retreat Center is your chance to relax in the woods, spend time with men in your church from several generations, and work on how you want to improve your life back home. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Jesus loves you! Rev. Nate Melcher, Associate Pastor

Pub Theology TONIGHT at Sisyphus Brewing!

All Fall 2018 gatherings are at Sisyphus Brewing: 712 Ontario Ave. W. #100, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Now in its fifth year, Pub Theology continues to be an entry point for young adults in the life of the church!

SECOND WEDNESDAYS, 6:00pm-7:30pm September 12 | October 10 | November 14 | December 12 Pub Theology is a key entry point for young adults to build church community outside the walls of the building and explore faith beyond worship. All Hennepin members and friends 21+ are invited to gather monthly to discuss faith, world events, and life, all fueled by the tasty beverage of your choice. New and unsure? No sweat! Most Pub Theology gatherings sees at least one new face. Maybe this month... it's you! Due to the drop-in nature of the gathering, RSVPs aren't necessary but are helpful. If no participants arrive within 20 minutes of the start time, the convener will cancel the event. Want to know the format, typical topics, and more? We've got info on tap.

Mentors for Young Adults Training Day: October 28 Are you new to the city and looking for an intergenerational connection? Is there a work goal you want to pursue and could benefit from guidance? When you look around your life, do you need more support? Do you have adulting exhausting? Or maybe you just need someone to listen? We're putting together 20 pairs of Mentors (ages 45-65) and Mentees (ages ~20-40) for a 1-year relationship. You'll fill out an online intake form to help our team pair you up with the right mentor, spend time together in a training session, and spend the year meeting from time to time for discussions about work, school, transitions, relationships, and whatever areas of life you need your mentor to support you. Training Workshop led by MENTOR Minnesota 1:1 Meetings throughout the year (and the coffee is on us!) Check-ins with the Young Adult Team to see how it's going An all-day free Enneagram Workshop with your Mentor All-Mentorship Spring Party! If you want to be part of this exclusive new program, please contact Pastor Nate Melcher immediately! Get in on the ground floor of this new tradition in

Adulting 101 is here! Adulting (v): to carry out one or more of the responsibilities expected of fully developed individuals, used by those who "adult" less than 50% of the time. - urbandictionary.com So "they" never taught you how to be an adult? Take matters into your own hands. Try a workshop designed to help you hack life on the topics that enhance your life and move you one step closer into adulthood.

Adulting is hard. But it doesn't have to be!

ADULTING 101: LIFE HACKS Sunday, October 7, 1:00pm-2:15pm Get a round of ideas to help you tackle adulting! Get ideas on managing your money, learn about tracking your mood, try a new meal planning trick, learn to sew a button, and more. Anyone who attends is welcome to step up and offer their own life hack, too! RSVPs are helpful but not necessary.

ADULTING 101: IMPROV & MENTAL HEALTH Sunday, November 4, 1:00pm-3:00pm Dr. Jim Robinson (Table Salt Productions) will lead a fun, two-hour interactive workshop that helps us leap into the chaos of the moment and embrace the gifts it offers. You'll learn fundamentals of improvisation and discover how these skills can help you become more flexible, empathetic, and courageous. Through dynamic exercises and personal feedback, you'll understand how an improvisational mindset can deepen communication skills, reduce anxiety, reframe negative self-talk, and awaken a sense of play! RSVPs are helpful but not necessary.

ADULTING 101: SLACKTIVIST TO ACTIVIST Sunday, December 2, 1:00pm-2:15pm Are you tired of wanting things to be different but not sure where to start? Still figuring out what it means to make a difference? It's time to get active at the level you're prepared to try. Come and hear from local activists and experts on how to get involved and engaged in the movements that matter to you. RSVPs are helpful but not necessary.

ADULTING 101: NEW YEAR, NEW BUDGET Sunday, January 6, 1:00pm-2:15pm You can control your money or your money can control you. Take charge in this seminar led by Paul Christopher (Thrivent Financial) meant to help you think intentionally about how you acquire your money, how you regard it, how you manage it, and how you spend it. Embrace new fiscal habits while the new year is fresh in your mind! RSVPs are helpful but not necessary.

Inter-Gen Men's Retreat November 10-11 at Koinonia Retreat Center $89/person (1 night lodging, 3 meals, program fee) Register: haumc.org/register The need for purpose, the need for vision, and the need for loving relationships applies no matter our age. So get ready to be enriched and inspired by meaningful conversations that explore these questions: How can I learn to treasure each and every day? Where will I focus my energy? What do I want to contribute? What do I want to create? To what and whom will I look for inspiration? In November the men of our community are invited to a retreat to answer this provocative question. How do we, as men, create lives that are fulfilling and engage our spirits? We will share the wisdom of the elders and be ignited by the passion of those in the earlier stages of their lives and careers.

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” - The Summer’s Day , Mary Oliver

Contact Pastor Nate Melcher Rev. Nate Melcher, Associate Pastor Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403-3223 Appointments: Dawn Breffle (executive assistant) | dawn @ haumc.org | 612-435-1312 612.435.1301 office | nate @ haumc.org

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