T O D A Y ANNOUNCEMENTS January 31, 2016 Breakfast at Hennepin 10:00 AM until 12:30 PM in the Social Hall Sunday School Today at 11:15 AM See postings in Carlson Hall for class locations. Making Sense of the Bible Today at 11:15 AM in Room 202 Led by John & Nancy Guy using Adam Hamilton's book as an aid for understanding the Bible and many of our big questions about faith, the scriptures and God. The Faith of a Mockingbird Today at 5:30 PM in the Longfellow Room This is a small group study that connects faith and culture. It will be led by Kathryn Johnson and Nancy Graves-Cronin. In The Faith of a Mockingbird, based on Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird, pastor and author Matt Rawle uses Lee's beloved characters to explore Christian faith, theology, and ethics. Community Meals Today from 4:45 until 6:30 PM in the Social Hall Fifth Sundays are always busy, as people have stretched their resources as far as they can for the month. Tonight will be no different. We’re still looking for late dishwashers: 5:45-7:15! Final UMCOR Health Kit Assembling Sunday, February 7 in Carlson Hall Come help us next month to reach our goal of 2500 Health Kits! We will be assembling and preparing for shipment to Sager Brown in Baldwin, LA. Being a Reconciling Congregation Sunday, February 7 at 11:15 AM in the Art Gallery Dave Nuckols will share thoughts and answer your questions concerning the direction of the reconciling movement. Dave will represent Minnesota as its 1st reserve lay delegate for the upcoming General Conference alongside Hennepin's own Judy Zabel and Paula Colton. Join us as we envision HAUMC’s next steps as a leading reconciling congregation. Valentine Party: Music by From the Heart Life Adventures: Friday, February 12 at 12:00 Noon Celebrate Valentine's Day a little early. Enjoy a special luncheon and musical program by From the Heart. This popular quartet of soprano, baritone, pianist and woodwind instrumentalist returns with a program filled with a wide variety of love songs performed in their engaging style. Prepaid reservation due at the reception desk by February 10th. Cost is $15. Zentangle...the art of drawing meditation Wednesday, February 17 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM This class will lead folks in the practice of meditative drawing. Simple techniques will be shared and supplies provided. The class will end with a short worship service. hennepinchurch.org/events Summer Events April ❱ Women’s Retreat | April 8-10 at Koinonia ❱ Men’s Walk to Emmaus | April 21-24 ❱ Women’s Walk to Emmaus | April 28 - May 1 May ❱ Dignity Center Retreat | May 31- June 2 June ❱ Church Picnic | June 12 at 11:15 AM ❱ LYFE Camp | June 12-18 | Grades 7-10 ❱ MN Annual Conference | June 21-23 July ❱ Earth Camp | July 11-14 | Grades 1-4 ❱ The Okee Dokee Brothers | July 17 at 4:00 PM ❱ Sr. High Mission Trip | July 23-30 | Grades 9-12 ❱ Joyful UpRoar | July 25-29 | Grades 1-5 August ❱ G.R.O.S.S. Camp | August 1-4 | Grades 5-7 ❱ Vacation Bible School | Aug. 8-12 | Pre-K - Grade 4 ❱ Church Picnic | August 14 at 11:15 AM September ❱ ArtReach Art Fair | September 17 ❱ Carrie Newcomer | September 17 at 7:00 PM
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ANNOUNCEMENTSJanuary 31, 2016Breakfast at Hennepin10:00 AM until 12:30 PM in the Social Hall
Sunday SchoolToday at 11:15 AMSee postings in Carlson Hall for class locations.
Making Sense of the BibleToday at 11:15 AM in Room 202Led by John & Nancy Guy using Adam Hamilton's book as an aid for understanding the Bible and many of our big questions about faith, the scriptures and God.
The Faith of a MockingbirdToday at 5:30 PM in the Longfellow RoomThis is a small group study that connects
faith and culture. It will be led by Kathryn Johnson and Nancy Graves-Cronin. In The Faith of a Mockingbird, based on Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird, pastor and author Matt Rawle uses Lee's beloved characters to explore Christian faith, theology, and ethics.
Community MealsToday from 4:45 until 6:30 PM in the Social HallFifth Sundays are always busy, as people have stretched their resources as far as they can for the month. Tonight will be no different. We’re still looking for late dishwashers: 5:45-7:15!
Final UMCOR Health Kit AssemblingSunday, February 7 in Carlson HallCome help us next month to reach our goal of 2500 Health Kits! We will be assembling and preparing for shipment to Sager Brown in Baldwin, LA.
Being a Reconciling CongregationSunday, February 7 at 11:15 AM in the Art GalleryDave Nuckols will share thoughts and answer your questions concerning the direction of the reconciling movement. Dave will represent Minnesota as its 1st reserve lay delegate for the upcoming General Conference alongside Hennepin's own Judy Zabel and Paula Colton. Join us as we envision HAUMC’s next steps as a leading reconciling congregation.
Valentine Party: Music by From the HeartLife Adventures: Friday, February 12 at 12:00 NoonCelebrate Valentine's Day a little early. Enjoy a special luncheon and musical program by From the Heart. This popular quartet of soprano, baritone, pianist and woodwind instrumentalist returns with a program filled with a wide variety of love songs performed in their engaging style. Prepaid reservation due at the reception desk by February 10th. Cost is $15.
Zentangle...the art of drawing meditationWednesday, February 17 from 6:00 to 8:00 PMThis class will lead folks in the practice of meditative drawing. Simple techniques will be shared and supplies provided. The class will end with a short worship service.
h e n n e p i n c h u r c h . o r g / e v e n t s
Summer EventsApril❱ Women’s Retreat | April 8-10 at Koinonia❱ Men’s Walk to Emmaus | April 21-24❱ Women’s Walk to Emmaus | April 28 - May 1
May❱ Dignity Center Retreat | May 31- June 2
June❱ Church Picnic | June 12 at 11:15 AM❱ LYFE Camp | June 12-18 | Grades 7-10❱ MN Annual Conference | June 21-23
July❱ Earth Camp | July 11-14 | Grades 1-4❱ The Okee Dokee Brothers | July 17 at 4:00 PM❱ Sr. High Mission Trip | July 23-30 | Grades 9-12❱ Joyful UpRoar | July 25-29 | Grades 1-5
August❱ G.R.O.S.S. Camp | August 1-4 | Grades 5-7❱ Vacation Bible School | Aug. 8-12 | Pre-K - Grade 4❱ Church Picnic | August 14 at 11:15 AM
September❱ ArtReach Art Fair | September 17❱ Carrie Newcomer | September 17 at 7:00 PM
Lent: Into Your HandsDevotional Submissions Due Today
In the book of John, it is written that Jesus' final words are: "Into your hands, I commend my spirit." This is a vulnerable and humble act of letting go. Our theme for Lent 2016 is 'Into Your Hands'. We will surround ourselves with images of hands and with the many acts our hands do in the ordinary and extraordinary days of our lives.
We welcome you to place your submissions for the Lenten devotional in our hands. Short reflections (250 words or less), poems or prayers of your own creation or those that are important to you can be sent to [email protected]. The deadline is today.
”Beat the Winter Doldrums” ProjectFebruary 13-14 at the Emma Norton Residence in St. Paul(The date has changed.) The United Methodist Women are counting on a few good women (or men) to help with our upcoming service project! We are going to renovate one of the rooms at the Emma Norton Residence in St. Paul. Call or email Nancy Gale if you are interested: 763-509-0622 or [email protected].
The Copper Street Brass presents"An Evening at the Grammys"February 26 & 27 at the Parkway Theater in Minneapolis
Join Hennepin's Artists in Residence on as they celebrate music's biggest night. These concerts pay tribute to the music and legacy of award-winning artists and bands who have won, or have been nominated for, a Grammy. They'll cover songs from musical legends like Paul Simon and Stevie Wonder to modern day winners like Adele and Daft Punk. And the winner is...
Tickets range from $20 - $55. Get yours today before the awards have all been handed out! Go to www.copperstreetbrass.org or call 612-722-3667 for tickets and more information.
ContributionsGiving envelopes and contribution statements have been mailed. You should receive them in the next few days. Call 612 435-1331 with any questions.
News From KoinoniaToday is Summer Sunday! We celebrate outdoor ministries sponsored by the Minnesota Conference and our Congregation. Stop by the Koinonia Display in Carlson Hall to meet Board Members, make a s’more and to find out about 2016 programs!
New Member OrientationSunday, February 21 at 11:30 AM in the Ministry HouseLed by Pastor Judy Zabel. Participants join the following Sunday (Feb. 28). Child care is available. RSVP by contacting Larry Duncan at 612-435-1309 or [email protected]
Knotty QuiltersEvery Tue. at 5:30 PM & Wed. at 9:30 AM in the Dorcas AlcoveThey make quilts and teddy bears to donate throughout the community. Everyone is welcome.
Kjerringsleppets, a women’s book group1st Wednesdays from 5:30 - 7:00 PM in the Longfellow RoomFebruary 3 - All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony DoerrMarch 2 - The Girl on the Train by Paula HawkinsAlways open to women of all ages.
Thursday Bible StudyThursdays at 11:00 AM in the Longfellow RoomThe current study is on the Beatitudes. New participants are welcome.
Men’s Bible FellowshipFridays at 7:00 AM in the Longfellow RoomA group of men gather for Bible study, conversation and fellowship. All men are invited to attend.
Open YogaWednesdays at 5:30 PM & Saturdays at 11:00 AMSessions move at a gentle pace offering tools to increase your strength and flexibility, calm and focus, mindfulness and gratitude. Email [email protected]
The deadline for announcement submissions is 10:00 AM on Monday for the coming Sunday. Send submissions to [email protected] or drop off at the reception desk. Please strive for brevity; all articles are subject to editing for space and content. Thanks for sharing your stories!
