Hennepin Happenings
News & Events @ Hennepin Avenue UMC
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Friday, September 25, 2020 |
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Walk for Hope Success!
Benefit for Common Hope
Thank you for Walking for HOPE! Last Sunday, Hennepin members and friends walked in support of Common Hope, our partner organization in Guatemala through whom we sponsor students and help to lift up their communities with resources and financial support.
Together, Hennepin walkers and walkers around the world exceeded the fundraising goal of $75,000 for Common Hope!
Many thanks to Hennepin Member Jane Mylrea for organizing the Hennepin walk team, and many thanks to all our Common Hope supporters.
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The Dignity Center's Fall Fundraiser
Sharing the Journey:
We’re in this Together
Tuesday, October 6 2020 at 12noon
The Dignity Center’s Fall Fundraiser will be a virtual, online event this year!
What does it take to serve people experiencing homelessness in the middle of a global pandemic?
Hear from volunteers, participants, community partners, staff and clergy who will share the inspiring and uplifting stories of compassion, connection, and creativity that have kept The Dignity Center open during lockdown.
TOGETHER we’ll share the experience of walking with our neighbors on their path to stability, and making the journey that truly transforms lives. You will be invited to give generously to support the mission of The Dignity Center--now more than ever!
Can’t make it to the virtual event? Please consider making a gift online at http://www.thedignitycenter.org, or by mail to The Dignity Center, 511 Groveland Ave, Minneapolis MN 55403.
We can’t wait to share this journey with you!
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Family Movie Night: Take TWO
Saturday, October 10 | 6:30-9pm
in the Ministry House Backyard at Hennepin
Let's try this again! We are hosting another Family Movie Night at Hennepin on Saturday, October 10. Arrive at 6:30pm.
We'll spend a few minutes inviting families to decorate the sidewalks around the church with messages to VOTE.
Our movie will be Black Panther, and will start at 7pm. Bring your own blankets/lawn chairs.
We are hosting ONE night for both middle school and high school families, so your RSVP is important! Please use this link to RSVP:
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HAUMC Employee of the Month:
Peter Nielson
The employee of the month is Peter Nielson! Peter has been such a wonderful help to me in getting The Dignity Center virtual fundraiser up and going! He always replies quickly and has such a warm, positive attitude. He goes out of his way to work on all the questions we've had with this new venture. I truly enjoy working with him and am so blessed to have him as my coworker!
-- Sarah Doebler, Development Director for The Dignity Center
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Hennepin's Phased Reopening Plans
We're In the "Orange Phase"
Use the Minnesota Conference’s Phased Re-Gathering Plan for Churches to guide our policies and procedures for operations within the church building, Hennepin leadership decided to move to the Orange Phase of the Phased Re-Gathering Plan for Churches, effective August 14, and to reopen our church building for certain limited purposes.
Here is what to expect during the Orange Phase:
- worship services continue to be held online only;
- most groups and committees continue to meet virtually;
- in-person on-site weddings and funerals are permitted for groups of no more than 50 people;
- a receptionist will be on site Monday through Friday, 8am to 2pm, and the building will be fully closed on weekends;
- throughout the church building hand-sanitizing stations are in place;
- appropriate signage has been posted to indicate spaces within the building that remain closed;
- most staff continue to work remotely;
- staff in the office wear masks, measure their temperature before working in the office, and are directed to disinfect their personal workspace before leaving;
- members, vendors and other guests adhere to the same requirements as staff.
Thank you for your prayers and patience as we navigate the best way in which to reopen safely. If you have any questions regarding HAUMC’s reopening plan, please contact Joe Polach, Director of Facilities, by phone at 612.435.1335 or by email at joep@haumc.org.
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Koinonia Retreat Center Update
Update from the Koinonia Legacy Task Force
The Koinonia Legacy Task Force was formed in the summer of 2019 to develop a recommendation for how funds from a sale of Koinonia Retreat Center will be used to further the ministry of Hennepin Avenue UMC in ways that will move us forward in our mission. The task force met regularly through March 2020. While meetings were put on hold for a time due to the pandemic, we were still able to collect and review ideas submitted by the congregation. Meetings have resumed, and a preliminary report summarizing feedback received to date will be presented to the Strategic Council in September.
We continue to seek feedback from the congregation and will resume providing regular updates. If you would like to make a recommendation for the use of the Koinonia Retreat Center proceeds, please submit your suggestion to the following dedicated email address, koinoniaconversations@haumc.org, or reach out to any of the following task force members:
Rod Bacon Dan Dahm David Focht Lona Dallessandro
Debra Hovland David Kinyon Faith Nutz Chidi Omeoga
John Roberts Brian Seim Mark Squire Judy Zabel
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Dismantling Racism:
Pressing On To Freedom
Ibram X. Kendi teaches us that “the only way to undo racism is to consistently identify and describe it –and then dismantle it.”
In this sermon series we explore ways that our faith calls us out, compelling us to do the holy work of identifying implicit biases, describing the injustices of racial difference, repenting the sin of our indifference, and showing up to live love into action.
Worship this Week: Sunday, September 27
Sacred Journey at 8:30am and Traditional Worship at 10am
Forgiven for Freedom
All are welcome as we join together for conversation, prayer, and transformation.
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New!
Listen to Worship Over the Phone!
Would someone you know enjoy listening to our worship services via a phone call? Or would YOU? Whether you're away from wi-fi or just prefer a landline, we've got a new way for you to connect with Hennepin on Sunday mornings.
Hennepin's worship services are now available to listen to over the phone starting at 8:30am (Sacred Journey) and 10am (Traditional Worship) on Sundays. Call the toll-free phone number 877-790-4366 (or 877-790-HENN) and listen to the songs, prayers, and preaching you love. You can call anytime throughout the week--we'd love to have you 'listen in'!
Please feel free to share this number with everyone who might be blessed by this new way to connect.
For any questions, contact Peter Nielson (Office Manager) at the church.
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Risk-Taking Mission and Service |
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School Supply Drive Success!
Thank you to everyone who brought in school supplies during our school supply drive this summer!
We were able to support the Joyce Pre-school along with People Serving People! At PSP, families experiencing homelessness are sheltered and can send their children to school, onsite.
Students in pre-school through 5th grade will enjoy a vast array of supplies to further their educational journey. All supplies are for children in their shelter and remain on site.
Thank you again for your generosity!
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Covid-19 Testing Event for the Reentry Community
Saturday, September 26 | 12noon to 3pm
in the Hennepin parking lot
The Minnesota Department of Health, Power of People Leadership Institute, 180 Degrees and The Dignity Center, are partnering to host a Covid-19 testing event specific to our reentry population.
As the state of Minnesota continues to do its best to fight for the health of its citizens, it’s important that no segment of the population is overlooked. To that end, we see the reentry community as an often underserved population with high probability for exposure to this virus. Our goal is to focus on this population with a testing event designed specifically for them.
On Saturday, September 26 from noon to 3pm the Native American Community Clinic will be providing free Covid-19 tests to all of the participants from our partner organizations’ reentry population.
Please share this opportunity with people you know who may qualify for this testing event. Contact Mary Martin with questions: mary@haumc.org.
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Align for Housing Justice
Tuesday, September 29
6-7:30pm on Zoom
On September 29, you are invited to hear about the amazing work you, through Hennepin's membership in Align Minneapolis, have been doing this past year.
Align Minneapolis (formerly Downtown Congregations to End Homelessness) is a coalition of 18 congregations, including Hennepin, working for housing justice in Minneapolis and throughout Minnesota.
At our online gathering, hear stories of how the Drake Hotel fire and COVID-19 have impacted people’s lives, and how congregations have collaborated and adjusted during the pandemic to continue providing needed services to those on the brink of homelessness.
This virtually rally will take place on Zoom on Tuesday, September 29, 6:00-7:30PM. Click on this link to register today for this informative and empowering event. Then invite ten of your friends to join you in celebrating the work of Align Minneapolis.
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Let's Chalk the Vote!
Now through November 3
Early voting for the November election has begun in Minnesota!
Let’s get the word out about voting in our communities, in a fun, socially-distanced way – through chalk! (Yes, you read that right.)
On or after September 18, we encourage you to host a chalk party in your neighborhood (i.e. sidewalks, bus stops, or parks). This is a great opportunity for families, small groups, or congregational teams to do something fun and meaningful together. Read this chalk party guide for ideas about hosting a chalk party, how to keep it Covid-19 safe, and sample voting messages to write.
Once you plan an event, register it here so we can see our impact across the state. You can even request that an MNIPL volunteer delivers chalk to you ahead of time! Then, share photos of the event with sam@mnipl.org and on social media so we can amplify our impact. We encourage you to use the hashtags #MNVotes, #FaithInAction, or #Vote2020.
Let’s get the word out about voting every chance we can – on social media, face to face, virtually, and even on the streets!
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Are you in crisis? Financial Assistance is Available
AlignMPLS Uprising Relief Fund
Do you need help paying rent? Do you live in the areas in Minneapolis affected by the uprisings?
Has your workplace closed? Have your hours been reduced? Have you lost your job?
Align Minneapolis is distributing rental assistance funds for people living in the areas impacted by the uprisings in South and North Minneapolis.
To qualify, you must:
● be a Minneapolis resident
● not have a court-ordered eviction or payment plan
● have been denied or be ineligible for emergency assistance from Hennepin County
● need help paying rent where you currently live
For an initial screening and to start an application, call Align at 612-703-9978. For more information, visit alignmpls.org/era.
Align Minneapolis is an interfaith collaboration of 18 Minneapolis churches,
synagogues, and mosques and people with lived experiences working together
to address homelessness and poverty.
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VETOUCH WELLNESS CLINIC Veterinary Treatment for Urban Community Health
Sunday, October 4 | 2-7pm in the Hennepin Avenue UMC parking lot
We are so excited to announce VeTouch is re-opening our free clinics this fall. VeTouch is a non-profit veterinary student club that provides basic pet care and nutritional support to low or no-income Twin Cities families. The volunteers are veterinary students who also have the opportunity to gain valuable clinical experience while promoting the human-animal bond and establishing a client-veterinary relationship. These students work under the guidance of licensed veterinarians and certified veterinary technicians.
If you have questions about VeTouch , please call - 612-284-7293 or email - vetouch@umn.edu.
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NEW!
Is the Spirit Calling You to Action?
Are you ready to organize and mobilize for social justice in our neighborhoods? Be part of HennepinHOPE, a new campaign of our Risk Taking Mission and Service ministries.
We're making it easier for you to get and share timely, action-focused news about local opportunities to take social justice action through protests, marches, donation drives, advocacy, petitions, and more.
*Follow @HennepinHOPE on Twitter
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Vital Conversations about Race and Racism
Mondays, September 28 through October 5 at 7pm on Zoom
You are invited to gather with fellow Hennepin members and friends to have Vital Conversations about the realities of race and racism in America.
Using the award-winning Vital Conversations Video Series provided by the General Commission on Religion and Race (GCORR), we will dive into some tough topics that threaten to divide and damage our community. The video series features contemporary theologians, sociologists, laity, clergy, scholars, activists and other thought-leaders dealing with challenges of race, culture, and oppression in the world today.
Join one or all of the 75-minutes sessions. We also welcome back those who attended this summer. Here's a preview of our topics:
9/28: Tearing Down Fences in Baltimore with Rev. Cynthia Moore-KoiKoi
10/5: The Lunch Date, an Oscar-winning short
Heather Alden and Michelle DeVaughn will be facilitating. Email us with any questions: Heather Alden at haepower3@gmail.com or Michelle DeVaughn at devaughnmm@gmail.com.
Meeting ID: 972 6645 4704
Passcode: 874591
Join by phone
Dial 312-626-6799
Meeting ID: 972 6645 4704
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New Session Just Announced
Disciple Bible Study with Bill Tipping
Weekly on Wednesdays for 24 weeks
beginning October 7
6:30-7:45pm on Zoom
As we execute and practice our commitment to being an anti-racist and justice-seeking Church, let's take inventory on what it is that we have to offer someone who asks us, individually, about the Bible, about Jesus, about Christianity, especially within the context of our expressions and actions around racism, social justice and inclusion.
Welcome to Disciple I, starting October 14! This 24-week study group meets weekly, and is led by Hennepin member Bill Tipping.
Discussions will take place on Wednesday nights, 6:30 - 7:45pm. via Zoom. No winter driving, slippers and comfortable chairs are welcome.
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New Discussion Group for Parents: Raising White Kids
Sundays, October 18 - November 22 | 8-9pm on Zoom
As we do the work of becoming anti-racist, parents and their children are having tough conversations. If you are a parent of white kids, you may wonder how to talk with them about racism and privilege in age-appropriate ways that emphasize allyship and compassion instead of guilt or shame about their whiteness.
What roles do we want to equip them to play in addressing racism when they encounter it? What strategies will help our children learn to function well in a diverse nation and affirm the beauty of God’s good gift of diversity?
All are invited to be a part of lively discussions around raising white kids. There is no fee to participate, so invite your friends and neighbors to join in! Contact Becky Boland, Hennepin's Certified Lay Minister, with questions: beckyboland@gmail.com.
Click here to join the Zoom Meeting by video.
Meeting ID: 880 8033 7787
Passcode: 460565
Join the meeting by phone by dialing 312-626-6799 and entering the Meeting ID: 880 8033 7787.
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New!
HAUMC Library books now available via Curbside Pickup
Over 3,000 books in the HAUMC library are now available for curbside pickup! Curbside pickup service is offered from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays – Fridays by appointment only.
Browse the library catalog, at www.LibraryThing.com/catalog/HAUMC. You’ll find books on anti-racism and climate change as well as biographies, current fiction, devotionals, and so much more.
You can also request a library team member to do a search and create a reading list for you--like a personal shopper for books!
And we haven’t forgotten the children – dozens of new books have been added in 2020!
Contact us at library@haumc.org for more information and to schedule a personal curbside pickup time!
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New!
Youth Book Club
Monthly starting Wednesday, October 7 at 7pm
This fall, The Hennepin Youth program will include a Book Club.
Youth are able to join the club by signing up to read the month’s book, and join in the scheduled conversation for that book. Each book will touch on an important social issue, and provide an opportunity for youth to discuss their thoughts while sharing in a great story.
Each student who signs up will have the book sent to their home--for free!
This September, to prepare for our first discussion on October 7, the Youth Book Club will be reading Who Put This Song On? by Morgan Parker.
To join the group reading this month’s book and sign up for the group’s first meeting on Wednesday Oct. 7th at 7 pm (location TBD) please register here.
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Hennepin Book Club:
The Sunday Philosophy Club by Alexander McCall
Thursday, October 15 at 7pm on Zoom
Join your Hennepin friends for our monthly book club, hosted by Jane Mylrea.
Join the Zoom Meeting here. Meeting ID: 445 460 5643.
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DAILY PRAYER CONNECTION
Join your pastors in a virtual get-together every Monday-Friday!
Twice daily, we invite you to start your day with "Coffee with Judy" at 8am for 30 minutes of coffee, connection and conversation; and end your day with "Closings with Frenchye" at 8pm for 30 minutes of reflection, connection and prayer.
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8:00 – 8:30am Central Time
Weekdays M-F
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Join by phone using the dial-in information below:
Dial: 312-626-6799
Meeting ID: 842 8341 6140
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8:00 – 8:30pm Central Time
Weekdays M-F
or
Join by phone using the dial-in information below:
Dial: 312-626-6799
Meeting ID: 892 5043 5902
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Trunk or Treat Volunteers Needed
Trunk or Treat 2020 will provide a unique opportunity for us to support our neighborhood. Even with a pandemic, we have plans to create an event that will still be a blessing to dozens of families, while still keeping them safe.
Please read through the opportunities to be involved listed below, and decide how you’d like to participate in this important event.
Trunk host - Individuals, families, and local organizations are invited to decorate trunks. Local organizations will have the opportunity to share information about their services with those who attend. All trunks will be entered to win the prize for "Favorite Trunk, "Scariest Trunk", and "Funniest Trunk,’ as voted on by those who attend.
Event Usher - Due to Covid-19, this year’s event will be held completely outdoors. We still anticipate a large number of guests, and it’s going to require people who are willing to mask up and help others stay safe while enjoying this year’s event.
Donate one of the following candies:
Dots, Free2b Sun Chips, Enjoy Life Dark Chocolate Mini’s, Ring Pop, Saf-T Pops, Skittles, Smarties, Sour Patch Kids, Starbursts, Swedish Fish, Surf Sweets Organic Fruity Berries
For details and to sign up, visit our event on Realm.
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Coffee Hour:
Virtual Sunday Fellowship
Weekly on Sundays
Now starting at approximately 11am (immediately following Traditional Worship) via Zoom
It's good to see one another's faces and hear one another's voices!
Gather with other members of the Hennepin community for fellowship and connection.
Meeting ID: 897 1628 3933
Passcode: 701690
Join by phone: Dial 312-626-6799 and enter the following when prompted:
Meeting ID: 897 1628 3933
If you need technical assistance using Zoom, email us at support@haumc.org.
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New!
Online Support Group
Sundays at 6:30pm on Zoom
All of us are recovering or are struggling with something. In this time of pandemic, perhaps it’s isolation, loneliness, grief, or loss.
No matter your struggle, this group is a safe place for you to connect, learn, share, and listen as we support each other. No registration required. We look forward to seeing you.
Email dkfocht@gmail.com for more details, or just dial in!
Meeting weekly on Zoom. Join by video here.
Meeting ID: 944 6225 8131
Password: 427306
Join by phone by calling: 312-626-6799.
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Online Forms for CONGREGATIONAL CARE
From your phone, tablet or laptop, you can share a prayer request or celebration, let us know about hospitalizations for you and your loved ones, or make confidential pastoral prayer requests.
To use the online request system, go to haumc.org/care from any of your devices. You can also call the office (612-871-5303), or email pastoralcare@haumc.org. The pastor on call will contact you as soon as possible.
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Who's Ready for a Wardrobe Refresh?
Are you tired of your working-from-home wardrobe? Come find some new sweatpants at your favorite thrift store, Old School by Steeple People.
We can hook you up with a glass jar to house your new sourdough starter, as well! Maybe you want to start journalling but haven't found the perfect pages upon which to scribe? We can help!
Come on over Thursday through Sunday 11 am to 6 pm. We can help! 1901 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis.
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United Methodist Church Dakotas-Minnesota Area
"Just Love" Special Appeal
When we’re fearful and fuming, depleted and damaged, may we respond by just loving God and neighbor. When we witness discrimination and division, callousness and cruelty, may we respond by loving justly. Just love allocates human and financial resources to assess and address crisis response, relief, recovery rebuilding, renewal, repentance and restitution, trauma therapy, and anti-racism. Just love addresses the food, Black home and business ownership, and health care deserts within our communities.
Your gifts will enable partnerships with our congregations on the frontlines to support ministries of mercy (crisis counseling, housing stability, food/medicine) and ministries of racial justice (education, advocacy, intervention). A Rapid Response Grant Team with representatives from urban core churches and Black congregational leaders will oversee special appeal allocations, and your donations will be directed to where there is the greatest need in rebuilding our neighborhoods.
If you prefer, checks can be mailed to the Minnesota Conference at 122 W. Franklin Ave., Suite 200, Minneapolis, MN 55404-2472. Please note “JUST LOVE” on the memo line.
Thank you for your generosity and stewardship of God’s mercy and justice.
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New!
Make Your Offering by
Text Message
We're making it easier than ever to make your offering to Hennepin--starting now, you can give by text message from your mobile device.
Send a text to 73256 with the message: Hennepin $, followed by the dollar amount. For example: Hennepin $100 or Hennepin $25.
You will receive a text reply. Just tap the link in that message to go to a new page, where you can enter the details of your offering and provide payment information.
Once you click "submit," you will receive a digital receipt for your gift.
Try it this week as you join us for online worship!
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SEND US YOUR ANNOUNCEMENTS
Do you have news to share in Hennepin Happenings?
The deadline for announcements is 12 Noon on Monday for announcements to be included in the following Friday's newsletter.
Submissions are subject to editing for space and content.
Thanks for sharing your news!
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