Hennepin Avenue UMC | Reconciling & Inclusive Faith Community in Minneapolis

Friday Coffee and Connection with Pastor Elizabeth
2026-04-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-03 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Hennepin Avenue UMC, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
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Join Pastor Elizabeth for a weekly time of sharing conversation, coffee, and topical study!

Come join us for an opportunity to find your unique path to spiritual growth led by Pastor Elizabeth.

Friday mornings we meet in the Longfellow Room from 10:00 – 11:15. There is coffee and a fine group of humans to enjoy.

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A Faith of Many Rooms: Inhabiting a More Spacious Christianity by Debie ThomasStarted in March 2026

Disillusioned by narrow theologies, church dysfunction, and constricted readings of Scripture, people are leaving Christianity in droves. But Jesus describes the reign of God as a house with many rooms, writes Debie Thomas, one of the most auspicious voices in religious writing today. In this work of sprawling spiritual and literary imagination, Thomas claims that wherever God dwells, there is expansiveness and belonging.

Thomas knows what a cramped faith feels like, what it’s like to wrestle your way out of fundamentalism and toward a more capacious faith. From the diasporic church in which she grew up, to the disorientations of a deconstructing faith, to an ample yet orthodox Christianity that makes room for all her identities, Thomas takes listeners on a deeply personal and profoundly theological odyssey. In A Faith of Many Rooms, she talks back to jaundiced versions of faith and finds evidence that the gospel insists on its own roominess.

The kind of God who decided to experience the world as a guest likely feels constrained by our pinched theologies too. What sorts of ruptures and revisions would it take to find a more spacious faith—and then to inhabit it with authenticity and joy? Fans of Christian Wiman, Cole Arthur Riley, and Barbara Brown Taylor will find in this book an ardent, lyrical take on a faith transfigured.

The Dignity Center
2026-04-10 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-08 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-06 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-03 09:00 - 11:30 | The Ministry House, 425 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
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The mission of The Dignity Center is to welcome and support people dealing with financial and housing insecurity on their path to stability. Through a committed team of trained volunteers, The Dignity Center works one-on-one with people to build relationships, helps them to set goals toward greater self-sufficiency and stability, and develops and implements a plan to reach those goals.

Our name says it all, and when one walks through our doors they are welcomed with dignity and respect. Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do at The Dignity Center.

Morning Coffee
2026-04-10 08:00 - 08:30, 2026-04-09 08:00 - 08:30, 2026-04-08 08:00 - 08:30, 2026-04-07 08:00 - 08:30, 2026-04-06 08:00 - 08:30 | Hennepin Avenue UMC, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Weekday Mornings | 8-8:30am | Zoom

Morning Coffee is a chance to check-in, engage in lively discussion about short scripture passage or topics, and then pray our way into the day. All are welcome!

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Closings
2026-04-09 20:00 - 20:30, 2026-04-07 20:00 - 20:30, 2026-04-06 20:00 - 20:30 | Online
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Are you looking for a warm way to end your day? Drop into Closings and share a conversation with friends. This open, lay-led group is a place for conversation, connection, and community.

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United Women of Faith Monthly Meeting
2026-04-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Hennepin Avenue UMC, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Longfellow Room

Driven by God’s love and united in sisterhood, we work to improve the lives of women, children, and youth. Every day, we show up. We take action. We get it done. And we invite you to join us! For more information contact Laura Dirks and Susan Mattinson (uwf@haumc.org)

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Women's Bible Study Group
2026-04-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Hennepin Avenue UMC, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
This Women’s Bible study and fellowship group meets weekly from September to May. It uses current books by contemporary Methodist authors to study a variety of biblical themes, books, people, pr events. Studies are from 6-8 weeks long. The variety of backgrounds and interests of the group contribute to some great discussions. The class is led by Mary Mensheha and Juanita Reed-Boniface. New participants welcome!

Jan 8 – Feb 12: The Call: The Life and Message of The Apostle Paul by Adam Hamilton

Feb 19 – April 2: Lenten Study

April 8 – May 14: The Call by Alexander Hamilton (continued)

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Thursday Music Artist Series
2026-04-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Hennepin Avenue UMC, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Thursday Musical invites you to listen to some of Minnesota’s finest classical musicians perform music by composers from the past and present in our exciting 2025-26 Thursday Musical Artist Series. Our 134th year begins Thursday, October 16th at our new concert venue, Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church on the 2nd Floor Art Gallery. Join us for live, in-person performances and celebrate the beauty of life with music!

We Champion Local Music!

Detailed program information will be announced throughout the season.

Audience Health and Safety Requirements: For everyone’s safety, Thursday Musical recommends wearing a mask at the concert.

Caregivers of Older Adults Support Group
2026-04-08 14:00 - 15:00 | MN
2nd Wednesdays | 2-3pm | Zoom4th Mondays | 6:30-7:35pm | Zoom

Are you caring for an older adult in your life? Find support with long time parishioner, Deb, and parish nurse, Brenna, in a new group at Hennepin: “Caregivers of Older Adults Support Group.”

We’ll meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 2pm and the 4th Monday of the month at 6:30pm over zoom to share experiences and navigate the challenges of being a caregiver for the beloved older adults in our lives.

If you are interested in joining or have any questions, please email Brenna (brenna@haumc.org).

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If you are a zoom regular or are just interested in checking out one of our events via zoom, our passwords have changed as of May 15, 2026. Please contact your ministry leader, or HAUMC reception by email (reception@haumc.org) or by phone (612-871-5303) to receive the new password for your event!

Bible Study with Cooper Wiggen
2026-04-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Hennepin Avenue UMC, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Tuesdays 10-11:30am in the Harrison Room

Tuesday Bible Study emphasizes soul, fun fellowship and the seeking of wisdom as Christ Followers. Learning more of the Psalms is our Fall subject. To learn more, connect with Rev. Cooper Wiggen (wiggencooper@gmail.com).

Church & Dignity Center Closed
2026-04-06 00:00 - 23:59 | Hennepin Ave United Methodist Church, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55403

Hennepin Chime
2026-04-05 18:30 - 19:30 | MN
Hennepin Chime, our handbell ensemble, is open to adults and youth in eighth grade and older. Everyone is welcome, whether you are new to ringing or experienced!

Community Meals
2026-04-05 16:30 - 18:30 | Hennepin Avenue UMC, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Community Meals is Hennepin Avenue UMC’s hospitality and feeding ministry. For over 30 years, we’ve been part of a downtown church consortium committed to providing a hot meal on Sunday evenings to low-income and homeless people. Hennepin participates in hosting the Community Meals program on the 1st and 5th Sundays of the month. We share this hospitality with a rotating group of congregations. 10-15 volunteers welcome 50-70 guests to a delicious dinner. While serving meals is the key component, this is a ministry of welcome as we share God’s love with our neighbors.

If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up here!

Community Meals are on the 1st and 5th Sundays of each month at Hennepin.

No training is needed. Kristy Barnes Certified Food Safety Manager and is licensed by the State. You can just show up, welcome and serve our guests, and that’s it!

If you have any questions or need information, you can contact Kristy Barnes (kbarnes1127@gmail.com).

Reflection
2026-04-05 11:30 - 12:15 | Hennepin Avenue UMC, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Sunday Mornings | 11:30am-12:15pm | Harrison Room

Reflection is a Sunday morning gathering after worship service for discussion of important religious concepts in an intimate, informal setting. Those gathering gain insights by sharing personal experiences and beliefs, and develop a stronger sense of community through their sharing. Both observers and participants are welcome at 11:30 in the Harrison Room.

Confirmation Class
2026-04-05 11:15 - 12:30 | MN
Sundays 11:15-12:30 in the Church of Youth

Confirmation is a vital ministry where youth are supported throughout their spiritual

journey. The program encourages students to connect with God, the Bible, the Church, and caring adults. Participants may join a confirmation class anytime between their 8th grade year and their senior year of high school.

Student learning will center around classroom time, hands-on service activities, field trips, and yearly summer mission trips. Students are expected to attend regularly, participate in worship, complete service hours and meet with mentors. Their final activity will be the creation of their own faith statement prior to the rite of confirmation in worship. For more info, email Lynne Carroll (lynne@haumc.org).

Easter Sunday
2026-04-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-05 09:00 - 10:00 | MN
Easter morning is the proclamation that love triumphs over fear and life prevails over death. Celebrate the resurrection with a joyful festival worship featuring the Copper Street Brass and Sanctuary Choir. Sing with us in the grand Hallelujah Chorus and experience the contagious joy of Easter. With a children’s lesson and a communion celebration for all, we lift our voices to the world-changing truth of resurrection hope. Childcare will be provided.

Family Ministry Notes:There will be no Sunday school.Worship will include brass, bells, and all of the Alleluias!Kids’ Egg Hunts are organized in the East Entry after each service and take home worship bags will be available at all usher stations.

Nursery is available for kids 3 years and younger.

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No Brunch on April 5
2026-04-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Hennepin Avenue UMC, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Brunch on Sunday, April 5 is cancelled due to our Easter Sunday worship services! We apologize for the inconvenience.

Faith's Imagination with Rev. Dr. Nancy Victorin-Vangerud
2026-04-05 09:00 - 09:50 | Hennepin Avenue UMC, 511 Groveland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
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Sundays 9-9:50am (starting January 11) in the Longfellow Room

By gathering before worship, we connect with care and conversation, preparing ourselves to enter into celebration. We ground ourselves with thoughtful questions, seeking to re-imagine Christian meaning and embodied paths of spiritual practice. Sometimes our focus is a scripture series, a timely book, poetry, or an all-church read.

Themes that speak to us are social and environmental justice, democratic pluralism, inclusive communities, and reparative futures. And… there’s coffee! For more info, email Nancy Victorin-Vangerud (nmvicvang@gmail.com).

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In 2026, we’ll be exploring historic and contemporary personal letters to shape spirituality calling us for our time:

Winter Jan 11 – Feb 15: “When We Are Called to Dissent and Resist,” based on the letters of Lt. Silas Soule, who refused to follow orders and participate in the 1864 Sand Creek Massacre, Colorado.

Lent Feb 22 – April 5: “Letters from the Heart: Voices of Courage, Conscience and Consolation,” starting with Paul (2 Cor. 3:2-3), we’ll explore letters (and the lives of the letter-writers) from clergy and lay leaders influential in Christian spirituality–Hadejwich, Martin Luther, Sarah Crosby, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Martin Luther King Jr., and Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde.

Spring April 12 – May 17: “Letters to Pope Francis: Rebuilding a Church with Justice and Compassion”, by Matthew Fox, as we prepare for his Earth Sunday visit with HAUMC! We’ll explore Fox’s letters for the sake of the Community of Creation.

Class is led by Nancy Victorin-Vangerud, participants, and guests. Feel free to email Nancy for more information and sign up, so that weekly letters can be sent by email.

For January Communications: Witness at Sand Creek: The Life and Letters of Silas Soule

Coffee with Christy
2026-04-04 10:00 - 11:00 | MN
Select Saturdays (once a month) | 10-11am | Longfellow Room

Enjoy coffee, connections, and contemplation with Rev. Christy Key our new Executive Pastor!

This monthly gathering offers a quiet, grounded space to pause, listen, and reconnect with God and one another. Each session will introduce a gentle spiritual practice drawn from Sacred Rhythms by Ruth Haley Barton—such as reflection, guided silence, or Lectio Divina—creating room to notice our longings and attend to God’s presence. No prior experience is needed; all are welcome.

Structure & Flow: Each gathering stands on its own, so participants are welcome to drop in at any point, though regular attendance may deepen the experience over time. Sessions are lightly guided rather than discussion-heavy, centered on scripture and contemplative prayer practices rather than open conversation or debate. Expect a calm, reflective atmosphere with space for silence, personal reflection, and prayer.

Good Friday
2026-04-03 19:00 - 20:00 | MN
At the cross, Jesus speaks words of ultimate surrender and forgiveness: “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” This service of Tenebrae, or “Darkness,” is based on a twelfth-century late night service and is an extended meditation on the passion of Christ, inviting us to stand at the foot of the cross and listen deeply to the words spoken in suffering, love, and redemption. With music from G. F. Händel’s Messiah and scripture readings, we will not turn away from the weight of this day but enter into its mystery, trusting that even in darkness, God is at work. Childcare will be provided.

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