Hennepin Happenings
News & Events @ Hennepin Avenue UMC
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Family
Fall Art Display Reception
Tonight, 6-8pm in the Art Gallery
The Fine Arts Team is proud to present their fall sculpture show,
Family
, featuring the artistry of Zimbabwe Shona artists, from the Curator Rex Mhiripiri of Mhiripiri Galleries. Curator Rex Mhiripiri of Mhiripiri Galleries will be present to answer questions.
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Parenting for LYFE
September 22, 11:15am in the Social Hall
Parenting for LYFE is an open, drop-in group that meets monthly to discuss all things parenting. We welcome the wisdom of parents with children of all ages. Grab brunch as a family, and then our child care helpers will have engaging activities for your little ones.
This month, we will look at sibling relationships. Best of friends or worst of enemies? Maybe it changes moment by moment! How can we foster great long-term relationships for our kids?
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Share the Journey:
The Dignity Center's
Fall Fundraiser Luncheon
Tuesday, October 8, 12noon at Hennepin
Join The Dignity Center on October 8 from noon-1 p.m. for our fall fundraising luncheon--we welcome Mayor Jacob Frey as he shares his vision for affordable housing in Minneapolis.
If you prefer to register by phone, call Becky Boland at 612-435-1305.
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Jim Wallis &
Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan in Conversation
October 9, 6:30pm in the Sanctuary
Join Magers and Quinn Booksellers & Sojourners at Hennepin Avenue UMC on Wednesday, October 9, for a conversation between author Jim Wallis and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, moderated by Tom Weber. Jim's new book,
Christ in Crisis
, examines the state of our nation and the ways in which the solution to our current political and spiritual crises is rooted in a return to Jesus's foundational teachings.
Books are available for pre-purchase via Eventbrite by clicking
here
. Pre-sale tickets include preferential seating. Books will also be available for sale at the event.
Doors will open at 5:00pm for those who pre-purchase the book, and 5:30pm for general attendees.
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Passion & Practice:
The Heart of Methodism
A 6-week Sermon Series
Beginning September 8
You are invited to explore the distinctive heritage of Methodism, which remains passionately relevant for 21st-century followers of Christ who are committed to transforming the world. Throughout the series, discover how Methodism calls you to use your mind and your heart to pursue holiness and renew your spiritual passion through acts of mercy, compassion and love. The resource book for the series is Adam Hamilton's
Revival: Faith As Wesley Lived It.
You can find the
companion video series
on YouTube.
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Disciple Bible Study
Tuesdays, 6:30pm in Room 104
Begins September 17
Enter the Bible and grow in your faith with Pastor Frenchye Magee. This 24-week class meets you where you are and is a perennial favorite at Hennepin! Gain new understanding of scripture, build new relationships, and live out your faith through weekly readings, in-class films, group discussion, and prayer. Disciple is a commitment that gives back to you many times over.
Register at haumc.org/register.
Cost of the study book--$ 20.00
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CREED...a 7-week study of what
Christians Believe and Why
Tuesdays, 6:30pm in Room 202
Begins September 24
Longtime Disciple Bible Study leader Bill Tipping invites you to explore the next stage of spiritual development at you consider the questions that give meaning and purpose to life. Based on the book,
Creed: What Christians Believe and Why
by Adam Hamilton. You'll have a chance to consider why faith matters with a small, enthusiastic group.
Register at haumc.org/register.
Cost of the study book--$ 10.00
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Thursday Morning Bible Study
Resumes beginning Thursday, September 5, 11:00am in the Longfellow Room
Come join us for coffee, muffins, fellowship & introduction to our fall study of Adam Hamilton's book,
Simon Peter
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Simon Peter—an ordinary fisherman who heard an extraordinary call. He left everything to follow his teacher and possessed a passion that would change the world. That’s one way to describe Peter. Here’s another: poor, uneducated, quick-tempered, and full of doubts and fears. Doesn’t even sound like the same man. And that’s the point of
Simon Peter,
a six-week adult Bible study by Adam Hamilton. Peter was just an ordinary guy who heard and followed God’s extraordinary call. Discover how you, too, have special gifts, talents, and abilities that God can use to make a difference today.
Cost of the study book--$ 12.00.
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Making Sense Class
September 15, 11:15am in the Longfellow Room
Led by John Guy
This diverse group meets weekly, with occasional breaks to re-group or between discussion topics, for lively discussion, study, and friendly debate about what it means to be a Christian in a world that is increasingly complex. John Guy serves as facilitator. The class uses the Bible, along with other topical books to explore how the message of Christ speaks to the challenges of today for the church and for the church in the world.
We will begin Jimmy Carter’s latest book
Faith: A Journey for All
this month.
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Entry Point: Becoming a Member
September 15, 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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Twin Cities District
United Methodist Women's
Fall Gathering/Annual Meeting
September 28, 8:45am at Minnetonka UMC
17611 Lake Street Extension, Minnetonka
Deaconess Kim Harris will speak about the legislative action campaign to increase funding of Maternal Mortality Legislation and add "Maternal Morbidity" to the legislation. This social justice issue is of great concern to United Methodist Women because maternal and infant mortality and morbidity have risen drastically all across the US and in MN in the last 19 years.
Worship, program, lunch and Annual meeting will fill the agenda for the Twin City District Fall Gathering.at Minnetonka UMC.
Registration is due September 18
. Find Registration Forms on the kiosk in Carlson Hall under UMW.
Cost: $12
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Progressive Christianity
September 22, 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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Fifty-Year Member Recognition Luncheon
October 11, 12 noon in the Social Hall
To honor the loyalty and faithfulness of Hennepin's longtime members, the Senior Council will host the annual 50-Year member recognition luncheon. All Hennepin members and friends are invited to this special occasion.
There is no charge for the luncheon but let us know you'll be there by calling (612-871-5303), sending an email to courtney@haumc.org or stopping by the reception desk.
Reservations are required by Monday, October 7 at noon.
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Fall Fun at Koinonia
October 17-20
Everyone is welcome to join us for Fall Fun at Koinonia. There will be games, crafts, movie night, an ice cream social, scavenger hunt, photo contest, and the leaves will be gorgeous! Cost is $100 for adults, $60 for kids under 16, and free for kids under 5.
Questions or to register, contact Kevin Dahlen or Teresa Ring at 888-801-4476 or email Kevin at kevin.dahlen@haumc.org.
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Sanctuary Choir Welcoming New Singers
The Sanctuary Choir is welcoming new members for their 2019-2020 ministry season. All voice parts welcome, solid choral experience necessary, a sense of fun and worship required. This singing, worshiping, praying, celebrating, challenging ensemble brings music ministry to the Sanctuary throughout the year, and strives to support the singing ministry of the congregation each and every week.
For more information or to become involved in September, please contact Mark Squire at mark.squire@haumc.org.
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Calling all Youthful Ringers!
We're excited to announce the start of the HAUMC Youth Bell Choir for all interested ringers, grades 4 through 12. Krista Riedel is directing this energetic and fun music-making group, with rehearsals on Sundays 11:30am-12:30pm starting on September 15. The group will be serving in worship services as well as special events.
Interested in participating? Contact Krista at krista@haumc.org.
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Journey Choir
Journey Choir is a ministry focused vocal choir for students grades 8 through 12. The ministry season starts in just a couple of weeks! If you're interested in participating, contact Mark Squire, Director of Music & Fine Arts, at mark.squire@haumc.org to let him know you're coming! All interested singers are welcome; rehearsals begin Sunday, September 15 at 6:30pm.
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Wonder: Selections from the Hennepin Art Collection
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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Family
Fall Art Display
September 8 - October 27 in the Art Gallery
The Fine Arts Team is proud to present their fall sculpture show,
Family
, featuring the artistry of Zimbabwe Shona artists, from the Curator Rex Mhiripiri of Mhiripiri Galleries. Mhiripiri has one of the largest collections of Zimbabwe sculpture in the world outside Zimbabwe.
Shona sculpture is most often carved from serpentine or verdite stone, and derives its name from the majority tribe in Zimbabwe, the Mashona. The heritage and ancient tradition of working stone in this part of Africa has existed for centuries. Zimbabwe literally translates to "large house of stone.”
Serpentine comes in many different forms, colors and degrees of hardness: black, green, yellow, brown, gray and mixtures of different colors within the same stone. The intensely hard stone of Springstone, is often chosen among the more prominent artists because of its prestige and difficulty to carve. Verdite is highly prized and rare semiprecious stone which is predominantly green, but is also found in bronze and brown. Granite, rapoko and soapstone are also used by Shona sculptors.
Zimbabwe stone artists have achieved world recognition, and have had their work exhibited in major galleries and museums such as the Museum of Modern Art and the Rodin museum in France.
The Team is hosting a gallery reception on Friday, September 13 from 6 to 8 pm, and Sunday, September 22 from 11:30 am to 1 pm in the Art Gallery. Curator Rex Mhiripiri of Mhiripiri Galleries will be present to answer questions.
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ACTIVISM & OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
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Coat Drive
October 6-27, in the East Entry
Please help the Dignity Center provide warm coats, hats, and gloves for our neighbors in need. Your new or gently used coats and gloves will be collected in the marked bin in the East Entry. Adult sizes only, please. XL+ are especially needed.
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