About
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
children and families ministry Grow together in faith Sundays at Manchester UMC, offer several different ways for the children of God and their families to
September 6, 2022
August 29, 2022
August 23, 2022
Connecting
Connections
Connections Connecting people. Enhancing lives. Community Dinners Open to the public, these dinners are an opportunity to enjoy delicious food, uplifting entertainment, friendly people, and
August 23, 2022
Children & Families
Families Events & Calendar
17 March Sunday Family Worship Weekends View Detail 19 March Manchester UMC Tuesday Sunday School & Nursery Registration for 2023-2024 Manchester UMC | 129 Woods
August 23, 2022
About
GIVING
generosity Jesus taught that our spending priorities reflect what and whom we love. By putting God first we are making a loving investment in a
July 26, 2022
Adults
Adult Faith Formation
Together, we study and learn about our faith… Greetings! Manchester UMC’s Adult Faith Formation Program provides opportunities to know God more deeply through intentional faith
July 26, 2022
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Staff Maintenance Request
For Staff Use Only Please complete this form and carefully read the following information. Request Maintenance at Manchester UMC Once a Maintenance Project Request form
July 25, 2022
Community Dinners Volunteer Team
Our Mission Foster multi-generational relationships and discipleship at Manchester UMC through food and programs on Wednesday evenings. Our Purpose Sign-up to Help this Fall Help
July 12, 2022
About
Children’s Choirs
The Children’s Choirs allow children to experience the joy of music and worship together as they serve in cultivating their talents in ministering to our
July 5, 2022
About
Care Ministry
Prayer & Comfort Our mission is to care. Manchester UMC has a number of ministries that offer care and support. From dealing with grief, divorce,
June 26, 2022
Realm Training Resources
Realm is the online Chuch Information System for Manchester UMC. Realm can be accessed using your computer (web) or your mobile device (Realm Connect App).
May 7, 2022
Adult Groups
Historical Ministry
Date: 1st Monday of the MonthTime: 9:00a to NoonLocation: Rooms 226, 227 & 228Ministry Leader: Keith Brown Manchester United Methodist Church has a most interesting and remarkable history. Its
March 14, 2022
Adults
Mission Leader Gathering
Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 10 a.m. to Noon Mission Leaders are invited to gather and connect with one another. There will be opportunities to share
February 22, 2022
Missions - Offsite
HomeFirst STL
Everyone deserves a safe home of their own. HomeFirst STL helps people transition out of homelessness and into a hope-filled future. When people lack the
November 22, 2021
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Landscaping Team
Is landscaping care one of your happy places? Join the Landscaping Ministry Team! This group works when it is convenient or as a team. They
October 18, 2021
Connecting
Youth Parents
manchester umc youth parents Calling all Youth Parents! Being a parent of a 6th-12th grader can be equally exciting and frustrating. All Manchester Youth parents
August 27, 2021
Pastoral Statements
From time to time, the five appointed clergy of Manchester UMC issue pastoral statements that contain their collective thoughts on important and timely matters relevant
August 3, 2021
Connecting
Race & Education
May 24, 2021 We, the undersigned staff members of Manchester United Methodist Church, express our support of truthful education regarding the history of race and
August 3, 2021
Connecting
Inclusion
January 14, 2020 We, the undersigned appointed clergy of Manchester United Methodist Church, are committed to remaining in the United Methodist Church as it becomes
August 3, 2021
Connecting
Black Lives Matter
June 7, 2020 We, the appointed clergy of Manchester United Methodist Church, mourn the tragic killings of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, and countless
August 3, 2021
Weekend Opportunities
Sunday Phone Assistance
Day: Sundays and Special Days during the week when neededTimes: 10:00 a.m. to 12:05 p.m.Location: Church Office | Manchester UMCLeader: Lisa Melton, Receptionist/Children’s & Youth
July 27, 2021
Connecting
Conversation about Our History
Date: Sunday, August 8, 2021Time: 7:00 p.m.Location: Sanctuary | Manchester UMC (Near the intersection of Hwy 141 & Manchester Road) and Live StreamGuest Panel: Jeffrey Pasley, Peter Kastor,
July 26, 2021
Children & Families
Serving With Children
Manchester UMC’s Children & Family Ministries is looking for those interested in serving with children ages 6 weeks – 5th grade. Children are the future
July 26, 2021
June 30, 2021
Serving
Race & Education in St. Louis
Date: Sunday, July 11, 2021Time: 7 to 8:30pLocation: Fellowship Hall | Manchester UMC (Near the intersection of Hwy 141 & Manchester Road) and Live StreamGuest
June 21, 2021
Worship Arts
Musicians Wanted
Modern Worship The Modern Worship band is looking for new musicians, especially drummers, guitarists and keyboard players, to join this team. The Modern Worship team
June 16, 2021
Communications
Share Your Stories
Witnessing is part of our calling as disciples of Jesus. If you are willing to share how your experience has positively impacted your faith with
June 2, 2021
Contact
Molly Henley
Financial Assistant I grew up in a rural community in northeastern Missouri and moved to St. Louis after high school. I have a degree in
May 24, 2021
Communications
Altar Flowers
Altar flowers may be given in honor or memory of a special person or event. Flower arrangements are typically displayed in the Chancel area during
March 24, 2021
Missions - Offsite
LifeWise STL
lifewise stl Helping people at every age live wisely The mission of LifeWise STL is to help individuals and families achieve economic well-being by providing high-impact, relationship-based
March 15, 2021
Adult Classes
Become A New Member
Rev. Dr. Andy Blacksher Welcome If you have decided to make Manchester UMC your church home, we celebrate that decision and invite you to join
March 6, 2021
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Help children in foster care
Do you have time and love to give? Have you ever considered becoming a foster parent but felt the commitment was too big? Did you
March 1, 2021
Adult Classes
ADULT | Sermon Reflection Study
The Sermon Reflection Study provides an opportunity to know God more deeply through intentional faith development and connection to community. The Sermon Reflection Study is produced
March 1, 2021
About
Youth
Manchester Youth Mission Statement Manchester Youth is a loving, fun, and inclusive community that equips students to make faith and life decisions by helping them
March 1, 2021
Human Resources
Emergency Contact Form
Manchester UMC employees may use the below form to provide/update their emergency contact information. Please complete a new form whenever you wish to change your
February 25, 2021
Missions - Offsite
Give Local, Build Local
Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. In a year when home became schoolhouse, office, and sanctuary in
February 23, 2021
Missions - Onsite
Bike Rehab
Mission The Bike Rehab ministry is a volunteer group whose mission is to collect, refurbish and distribute safe, used bicycles through charity and non-profit partners,
February 8, 2021
Events & Activities (Young Adults)
One for the Crow Plant Space
Manchester UMC is proud to partner with and support One for the Crow Plant Space. This is a volunteer run Community Garden in the Gravois
February 5, 2021
Caring
Greeting Card Ministry
Sending a card is a way to show someone is thinking about them, or wish them well, or proud of them. The Greeting Card Ministry sends
February 4, 2021
Missions - Onsite
Blood Drives
Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. Blood drives are a
February 4, 2021
Missions Team
Kendall Conway
Missions Team Member: 2022-2024. Kendall Conway is currently an 10th grader at Parkway West High School. Kendall is very active in youth and serves on
January 21, 2021
Missions Team
John Himpel
Missions Team Member: 2020-2023. John has been a member at Manchester UMC since 1975. He has served on almost every board and committee at MUMC.
January 21, 2021
Missions Team
Heather Kellenberger
Ex-OfficioMissions Team Member. Heather began attending Manchester UMC in 2010 as part of the youth group. After high school, Heather was an active member of
January 21, 2021
Missions Team
Mark Lashly
Missions Team Member: 2022-2024. Mark Lashly and his wife, Susie, have called Manchester UMC their church home since joining in 1974. We have two married
January 21, 2021
Missions Team
Becky Ungles
Missions Team Member: 2022-2024. Becky and her husband, Brian, have been members at MUMC since moving to Ballwin in 2003. Becky, originally from Arlington Heights,
January 19, 2021
Venom: Jesus & Nicodemus
It seemed like every televised football game in the 1970s had a huge banner displayed in the stands near the end-zone with “John 3:16” emblazoned on it. Many...
Ascension Sunday
Dear Friends at Manchester UMC, Unfortunately, the surrounding culture has taken some of Christianity’s best stuff. This reality is mostly for commercial gain. We don’t have to go too...
The Story That Cannot Be Held
In this week’s sermon, Pastor Kurt encourages us to see the charge Jesus gave to Peter to “feed my lambs” to be applicable to all of us.
Have you ever felt like this?
by Rev. Andy Blacksher, Executive Pastor Simon Peter, Thomas (called Didymus), Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, Zebedee’s sons, and two other disciples were together. Simon Peter told them, “I’m going...