Hennepin Happenings
News & Events @ Hennepin Avenue UMC
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On Sunday, June 2, we gathered at a Church Conference to consider and vote on a direction for Koinonia Retreat Center. 296 voting members were present for the discussion and the vote.
There was respectful discussion and open debate, and we voted as a congregation to approve the following motion:
Authorize the Trustees of HAUMC to market Koinonia Retreat Center for sale. Be it further resolved that if a proposed sale agreement is negotiated, another Church Conference(s) will be called to (1) approve the proposed buyer, (2) approve the proposed sale price, and (3) approve the proposed use of the funds realized from the sale.
The vote to approve this motion was 221 in favor and 75 opposed.
The Trustees are now charged with marketing and soliciting offers for the sale of Koinonia. The leadership of the church will consider those offers, make a recommendation to the Congregation as to how to proceed, and seek approval of the Congregation at a Church Conference of any buyer and sale price per the above motion.
We welcome your feedback, comments, questions, and suggestions regarding Koinonia's possible sale and ideas for use of the funds from that possible sale.
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Hansel and Gretel: Opera in Concert Presentation
June 14 & 15, 7pm in the Art Gallery
Humperdinck's immortal opera "Hansel und Gretel" will be presented by the LAHSOW-Minneapolis Opera Workshop in concert under the direction of Music Director & Pianist Luke Housner on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (June 13 - 15) at 7:00pm in the Art Gallery. This lush, romantic setting of the familiar fairy tale will be sung by 18 workshop participants, including HAUMC's Mark Billy, in German (with English subtitles). The performances are free, with a free-will donation gratefully received at these marvelous presentations.
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Couples Retreat
June 15, 10am-3pm in the Church of Youth Room
Enjoy this time set apart to cultivate your relationship. Through brief presentations, personal reflection, and time with your partner, you will enrich your marriage in several key areas. Your $65 registration fee covers program costs with Lisa Ervin, Licensed Therapist and Spiritual Director, plus lunch and childcare, if needed.
Register at haumc.org/register
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Salon se Lève Chamber Chamboree Fundraiser
June 16, 2:30pm in the Art Gallery
In a spectacular gala fund-raiser, Salon se Lève pulls out “all the stops” with emerging young artists, amazing alumni, and professional artists playing some of the world’s greatest solo and chamber music, filling the HAUMC Art Gallery with a resonance to be remembered and our hearts with joy! This event is ticketed and followed by a fabulous reception!
Cost: $25/$15 for students and seniors. Tickets are available at the door or at the Wirth Center's Office at 320-255-0318.
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Bells of the Lakes & Strikepoint Concert
June 16, 4pm in the Sanctuary
Bells of the Lakes, the premiere community handbell ensemble of the Twin Cities directed by William H. Mathis, along with their Duluth-based counterparts, Strikepoint, under the direction of William Alexander, will present a spectacular concert closing their 2018-2019 season!
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Pub Theology
June 19, 6pm at Sisyphus Brewing
712 Ontario Ave W #100, Minneapolis
This drop-in group of Hennepin members and friends ages 21+ gathers monthly to discuss faith, life, stress, family, and so on with a tasty beverage. Invite a friend to join you, and learn more at
haumc.org/pubtheology
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The Green Team's First Meeting
June 20, 6:30pm in the Art Gallery
Join us at our first meeting on Thursday, June 20th at 6:30pm for this important new ministry.
Please give some thought regarding what gifts you bring to this work; your passion, your background, and what draws you to creation care to share with the group.
Everyone
has something to offer whether it's time, expertise, enthusiasm, etc.
Please add yourself to the guest list below as we are, thankfully, a large and growing group to accommodate. You may also RSVP by emailing Adele at
adele@haumc.org
. Let us know if you can’t make this meeting, but are interested in being a part of the Green Team so we can keep in touch with you as well.
Click
here
to add yourself to the guest list.
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Progressive Christianity
June 23, 11:15am in the Harrison Room
Everyone is welcome to this discussion group. We meet the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month.
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Entry Point: Becoming a Member
June 23, 11:30am in the Longfellow Room
If you are interested in becoming a member of HAUMC, please join us at Entry Point to meet Rev. Judy Zabel and have your questions about membership answered. Child care is available. RSVP to Larry Duncan at 612-435-1309 or
larry@haumc.org
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Hear an Inspiring Update About the Baiwalla, Sierra Leone Ministry
June 30, 11:15am in the Art Gallery
The Sierra Leone Mission Trip Team will share their experiences with meeting the 121 sponsored kids as well as their particular child. They will show you pictures of the new secondary school and tell you about their work with Pastor Judith Banya in planning for the September opening of the new secondary school, including the hiring of the new principal.
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New Summer Worship Series
Beginning June 30
This summer, get to know God in a new way. Experience The Gift of Wonder in our 9-week summer worship series beginning June 30. Can you imagine a God who dances with shouts of joy, laughs when you laugh, loves to play, enjoys life, and invites us to join in the fun?
In this series we will explore what it means to delight in God, to set our imaginations free, to return to the rhythm of life, to cultivate gratitude, and more. Using the book
The Gift of Wonder
by Christine Aroney-Sine as our guide, every week we will try a new practice for opening ourselves to awe and wonder–to God.
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Sunday Brunch
10am-noon in the Social Hall
$10 per person | $25 per family
Our very own (famous!) Chef Warren Seta serves Sunday Brunch... Come eat! It's a time of food, fellowship, and service to one another – made possible through the work of volunteers. Everyone is invited to the lower level Social Hall to join friends and make new ones as we enjoy brunch together.
Note the new price – We rely on your payment to cover our expenses. Please consider covering the cost for a guest who cannot pay.
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LYFE Camp
June 23-29, Northern Pines Camp
7th-10th Graders experience the expansive love of Jesus in this diverse camp community. Explore who God created you to be in small groups and worship, and let your identity as a beloved child of God shine. Feel the Spirit in games, crafts, sports, campfire, and Quest. Share the love of Christ with your friends in song, support, and lots of laughter. Carry on loved traditions and make new ones in our 65th summer together. Make the road by walking the next steps with Jesus on your spiritual journey at LYFE Camp, and may you Live Your Faith Everywhere!
Cost: $430. Scholarships available, contact Rev. Nate at nate@haumc.org. See more photos and testimonials at
lyfecamp.org
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Register at http://campminnesota.org
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Music and Arts Immersion Camp for Singers in Grades 3-8
July 29-August 2, at the Basilica of St. Mary
88 17th St N, Minneapolis
Children of diverse abilities and cultures will join together to create a musical cantata ("In the Image" by Mark Burrows) using music, drama and choreography, Orff (mallet) instruments, handbells, percussion and art, all through the light of the Christian faith. Campers will present performances highlighting their achievements on the last day of camp, at 1pm and 2:30pm. Daily schedule: 8:30am - 4pm, breakfast, lunch and daily snacks provided. This will be taking the place of “Joyful Uproar” of years past.
Tuition: $100.00 (scholarships are available). A NON-REFUNDABLE $25 registration fee is due by July 15 to secure a spot, with the balance due on the first day of camp.
Questions? Ready to register? Contact Director of Music and Fine Arts Mark Squire at
mark.squire@haumc.org
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Earth Camp
August 12-15, at Koinonia Retreat Center
Earth campers will make new friends and reconnect with existing pals on the lovely shores of Lake Sylvia! Campers celebrate God's creation and learn about their role in creation care--all while enjoying swimming, hiking, bonfires, and the ever-popular gaga pit!
For kids in Grades 1 through 6. Scholarships are available.
Please email Lynne Carroll at
lynne@haumc.org
for more info, and
register at haumc.org/events.
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Wonder
New Art Display
Through the Summer in Carlson Hall
The Fine Arts Team is pleased to present their summer exhibit with a display of works from the HAUMC permanent collection around the theme of wonder. Curated by team member Tom Arneson, who suggests, "When you spend some time with the show, think about which pieces speak to you of wonder and awe." What do you see? What does a particular piece speak to you? The exhibit will continue through the summer months. Would you like to be involved in the Fine Arts Ministry? Contact
Mark Squire
(Director of Music & Fine Arts) or Beth Arel (Fine Arts Team Chair).
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ACTIVISM & OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
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Sign Up to Volunteer for PRIDE!
June 22-23
The Downtown Congregations and MN Reconciling Congregations will each have a booth in Loring Park, Saturday and Sunday June 22 & 23.
We invite you to help share our mission with PRIDE.
The booths will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
We need volunteers to sign up to help staff the booths. Shifts are 2 hours long.
You will receive a confirmation email when you sign up, as well as another email closer to PRIDE that will have more detailed information.
We will also be participating in the parade on Sunday. Stay tuned for more!
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Minnesota Methodists
Statement of Support
If you are in agreement for an inclusive Methodist church, please go to
minnesotamethodists.org
and sign the general statement on the homepage. The more people who sign the statement, the better able we are to show the call for an inclusive, affirming church. If you have questions, please contact Becky Boland at
bolandbecky@gmail.com
or at 612.281.1595.
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UMC-Next Minnesota Feedback
United Methodists from across the United States are gathered for conversation on the future of the denomination. The priority is to allow participants to speak freely and plainly, offer ideas, and find a shared space with one another as they consider God’s calling for the future of the UMC. UMN-Next Minnesota is looking for your feedback regarding what is next for Methodism in Minnesota. If you live in Minnesota or are a member of the Minnesota United Methodist Church community, please take some time to complete the survey at:
https://forms.gle/4xhLPUfaZioyEUkR6
. All feedback is confidential.
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Volunteer at The Dignity Center and the Life You Change Could be Your Own!
The Dignity Center welcomes people of all ages and experience who are looking for a chance to make a difference and take a stand against poverty and homelessness. We have positions available to fit your skills and time availability.
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Old School by Steeple People
Old School by Steeple People is now open Mondays! We're open for business every day except Tuesday, our volunteer-only store beautification day. Store hours are 11-6 with an extra hour of shopping on Thursdays (open til 7). For volunteer opportunities, please contact Molly Johnson at
news@oldschoolthrifty.org
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Serve Radical Hospitality at Hennepin's Sunday Brunch
Who doesn't love brunch? At Hennepin, it is a time for radical hospitality, family, friendship and great food! Share these blessings with our community by volunteering to help serve brunch in our Social Hall. All ages of volunteers are welcome, so your whole family can serve together.
Sign up at haumc.org/brunch
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Koinonia is open every day of the year to host your personal, family, shared interest or business retreats. The best way you can support our Retreat Center is to attend events. Even better - schedule your own retreat! Call Kevin or Teresa at 888-801-7746 to check availability, and program Director Mark Peterson at
mark.peterson@haumc.org
to share your idea for a fun retreat. For the latest news about Koinonia, visit
www.facebook.com/KoinoniaRetreatCenter
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Plan ahead for the “Fall Fun at Koinonia” retreat, October 17-20 (MEA weekend) – an annual gathering for singles, couples and families. Sign-up at
www.haumc.org/register
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Please pray for this week’s guests: Gay Family Reunion and Camp Benton 4-H Retreat.
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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 stories!
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