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2023 Discipleship Promise
pentacost sunday, may 28 Renew Your Promise Manchester UMC invites you to renew your Discipleship Promise on Pentecost Sunday, May 28, at 9 & 11a!
January 5, 2021
About
About Manchester UMC
Welcome We extend God’s love and grace to ALL people. Therefore, as we journey toward a greater understanding of one another, we respect our human
December 11, 2020
Contact
Space Request
Manchester UMC currently permits groups to meet inside or outside of the building during our Pandemic Plan, pending any change in this plan. Because space
October 26, 2020
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Year-Round Generosity
The Year-Round Generosity Experience Includes: Response God calls us to return our first fruits to support God’s work specifically through our church. Here is how
October 20, 2020
Serving
Rainbow Stoles
Why are people at MUMC wearing rainbows? We wear rainbows to call attention to our welcoming stance and to show solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community.
August 4, 2020
Caring
Pew Crew
Day: FlexibleTime: FlexibleLocations: Sanctuary and Chapel | Manchester UMCLeader: Corrine Thompson Join our crew in helping us straighten the pew racks and replenish supplies. You
July 15, 2020
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Loss of Loved One
Many of us have experienced grief ourselves, but how do we talk to our family about this? There are many different resources out there but
June 3, 2020
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Sexual Abuse
If you are a parent or grandparent looking for resources on the topic of sexual abuse, here are some suggested websites and books below that
June 3, 2020
Children & Families
Talking to Your Kids About Race & Diversity
Many of us are trying to learn more and figure out what we can do given the current state to support and help put an
June 3, 2020
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Brand Standards
We have posted an electronic version of our Brand Standards, updated in 2020. If there are any questions about usage of these standards, email Manchester
May 26, 2020
Connecting
Information Center Team
If you enjoy welcoming and helping others, we need your warmth and enthusiasm at the Information Center on Sunday mornings! You do not need to
April 29, 2020
Featured Events
AV/Production Team
The AV/Production Team works behind the scenes to make things happen! We are in need of volunteers to help with operating the video camera, running
April 2, 2020
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How Do I Participate?
Everyone is welcome to participate in any of these online classes or groups. The classes and groups are meeting through a free website/app called ZOOM.
March 25, 2020
Our Clergy and Staff
Emily Pikaard
Director of Children’s Music and Drama A life-long Missourian, Emily grew up in a small town in the middle of the state, where music and
March 11, 2020
Social Justice
No Hate Yard Signs
“We love because God first loved us. Those who say, “I love God,” and hate their brothers or sisters, are liars; for those who do
March 4, 2020
Featured Events
MO-Hab
Our Mission Statement MO-Hab is committed to raising funds and awareness for adequate and affordable housing. MO-Hab sponsors benefit bicycle rides to raise funds for
March 3, 2020
Featured Events
Century 3
making a difference for christ 2020 Visioning Summary In the year 2026, Manchester United Methodist Church will begin “Century 3” as a congregation. After 200
March 2, 2020
Missions - Offsite
Epworth Children and Family Services
Epworth is a United Methodist-related community nonprofit with the mission of helping children, youth and families move toward self-sufficiency by focusing on health, housing, education
February 27, 2020
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Review Us!
Manchester UMC is on Google Business. This is a popular site that people use to determine if they will visit the church. Think they should?
October 29, 2019
missions - seasonal
Christmas Tree Lot
sponsored by the united Methodist men Your support is one more way we can make a difference in our community! Since 1964, the Christmas Tree
October 3, 2019
Serving
Missions Grants
What is the Missions Grants? We desire to be good stewards of the generosity of our parishioners, and endeavor to use our resources responsibly to
September 10, 2019
missions - seasonal
Apple Butter Days
A MANCHESTER UMC TRADITION SINCE 1957 For over sixty years, the Manchester UMC volunteers gather together to make and sell apple butter by hand. The
August 26, 2019
Social Justice
Show Me Democracy
Sunday, August 18, 201912:30 – 3:00 p.m. Fellowship Hall On Sunday, August 18, 2019 we joined in commemorating the 5th Anniversary of the Ferguson Uprising!
July 30, 2019
Missions - Offsite
The Literacy Project
THE LITERACY PROJECT HAS EXPANDED TO FOUR SCHOOLS FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR! Manchester UMC has partnered with The Gathering, to combine our resources for
May 2, 2019
Contact
Website Issues
Sometimes website issues can be resolved with a simple click of the Refresh button. We’ve found this is especially true with Chrome and Safari. Many
March 27, 2019
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Livestream
You can view Manchester UMC’s livestream feed above and also through Facebook. All videos are also available on-demand through Manchester UMC’s Facebook page afterwards. You do
March 16, 2019
Connecting
Connect Card
WE’RE SO GLAD YOU’RE HERE TODAY! Help us stay connected with you. Please fill out one digital or paper connect card per household every time
February 26, 2019
What to Expect
Worship
Traditional-CasualEnjoy traditional-casual worship services in the 100-seat, 150-year-old, historic chapel. Lectionary-based preaching, prayers, hymns, and primarily traditional music in the form of jazz, gospel, contemporary
February 6, 2019
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Mother 2 Mother
Sunday, January 27, 2019, 12:15-3 p.m. Open to the Public Mother 2 Mother was a conversation with black mothers to the white community about “The
January 7, 2019
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Guest Feedback
We’d love to receive feedback about your visit. Your input helps us to make Manchester UMC a great experience for all who attend. Please take a
December 20, 2018
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Facebook Account Set Up
You must have, or set-up, a Facebook account in order to view live streaming services at Manchester UMC. If you don’t have an account, here’s
November 30, 2018
Legal
FORMS | Consent & Release
Manchester UMC uses a digital Consent and Release agreement. You will be emailed a copy of the signed document for your records once submitted. Please
October 19, 2018
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FORMS | Consent & Release Expiration
The following ADULTS have completed a Consent and Release form for Manchester UMC. Their consent expires on the date shown. The below list was last
August 27, 2018
Children & Families
Sunday Mornings for Children
welcome Children & Families! Sundays at Manchester UMC offer several different ways for the children of God and their families to grow in their faith
July 29, 2018
missions - seasonal
Market for Missions
No Market for Missions for 2024 There will be no 2024 Market for Missions at Manchester UMC. Please check back on this website for information
June 5, 2018
Missions - Onsite
ESL Classes
Manchester UMC partners with the Parkway-Rockwood Area Adult Education and Literacy/English as a Second Language Program to host ESL and Citizenship classes on site. Since
May 29, 2018
Adult Classes
Friendship Class
Day: Two Sundays per Month: Dates are TBDTime: 11:00 to NoonLocation: Room 219Leader: Tracy Marak Description: Manchester UMC’s Friendship Class is a Sunday school program
May 21, 2018
Contact
eNews Sign-Up
Stay in the know on all things related to Manchester UMC! Sign up for weekly editions of eNews, distributed via email on Fridays. You’ll also
May 18, 2018
Youth
Youth Events, Trips & Activities
Youth Special Events Manchester Youth Calendar Check out Manchester Youth’s weekly guide for all of the events, groups, trips, and meet-ups we offer for Youth
May 15, 2018
Serving
Weekend Serving Roles
There are so many ways you can get involved and help others at Manchester UMC. Our weekend services provide a wide-range of serving opportunities for
May 9, 2018
About
Stephen Ministry
Care Ministers for your support. Sometimes difficult life situations that come our way such as loss of a job, a serious illness, divorce, loss of
May 8, 2018
What to Expect
LGBTQ Reconciling Ministry
“We affirm all persons as equally valuable in the sight of God. We therefore work toward societies in which each person’s value is recognized, maintained,
May 7, 2018
Leadership
Sue Belval
Leadership Board Member: 2022-2024 My husband, Jim, and I moved back from Frankfurt, Germany with our two children in 1982 and began looking for a
May 5, 2018
Leadership
Dave Divjak
Leadership Board Member: 2021-2023. Dave and his wife, Cinda, started attending Manchester UMC in 1990, as their sons, Jay and Aaron both attended Circle of Friends
May 4, 2018
Leadership
John Heskett
Leadership Board Member: 2023-2024 John and his wife Jeanie have been members of MUMC since 2000 following their move to St. Louis from Jefferson City.
May 4, 2018
Leadership
Izzy Massey
Leadership Board Member: 2022-2024 Izzy, her sister Anna, and her parents Autumn and Brian Massey, have been members at Manchester UMC for 20 years. Anna,
May 4, 2018
Serving
Mission Opportunities
Manchester UMC is a church that strives to follow our scriptural calling to serve God by serving our neighbor. Putting our faith into action is
May 2, 2018
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Giving Options
Jesus taught that our spending priorities reflect what, and whom, we love. By putting God first, we are making a loving investment in a better
May 1, 2018
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Endowment
Building an Endowment for Ministry Impact Establishing Your Faith Legacy “The true meaning of life is to plant trees under whose shade you do not expect
May 1, 2018
Our Clergy and Staff
Brian Gagliano
Audio Visual Arts Coordinator I serve as the Audio Visual Arts Coordinator at Manchester United Methodist Church.
April 29, 2018
Borrowed Rooms
On Maundy Thursday, we reflected on rooms that were important to us as we grew up. We thought about the rooms we had as children, the first apartment we...
Incident Report
Please complete this online Incident Report form the same day as the incident or near miss. If that is not possible, please complete this form as soon as possible....
Youth Sunday Mornings
youth sunday mornings Come hang out with us on Sundays! Manchester Youth offer a variety of Sunday morning programming during the 9 & 11a worship services as well as...
Summer Programming
Check out these programs and connect! Manchester UMC has many opportunities to connect and there is something for ALL ages! learn | something for all ages Children & Families...
Century 3 Missions and Justice Survey
Spring 2023 The Missions and Justice team at Manchester UMC is asking you to complete the following short survey. The purpose is to gain insight into the engagement of...