Minnehaha United Methodist Church

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11:15 a.m. (Sept – May) 10:30 a.m. (Jun – Aug outside)
Fellowship at 10:00 a.m. Infant and toddler care is available all morning.

Happy Thanksgiving!

There will be an ecumenical Thanksgiving-eve service Wednesday, Nov. 24 at 7pm at Lake Nokomis Lutheran. All are welcome!
A reminder that the Minnehaha Church office will be closed Thursday Nov 25 and Friday Nov 26 in observance of the holiday.

Remembering Rev. Wayne Ireland

Sympathies are extended to the family and friends of The Reverend Wayne L. Ireland, retired member of the Minnesota
Annual Conference, who died Saturday, November 13, 2010.
Memorial Service on 11/17 at 11:00 AM
A memorial service, which will include a clergy choir, will be held Wednesday, November 17, 11 a.m., at Minnehaha United Methodist Church. Visitation will begin an hour prior to the service. Everyone is invited to share in a time of fellowship and reflection following the service.
Wayne’s Birth, Ordination and Appointments
Wayne was born November 20, 1921, and was ordained an Elder in 1946. He was appointed to Champlin, Wadena, Minneapolis: Calvary, Duluth: Central Avenue, Worthington, and Burnsville: River Hills churches and also served as the Northeast District Superintendent in the Minnesota Annual Conference.
Wayne’s Family
Pastor Ireland is preceded in death by his wife, Bernadine, and is survived by children: The Reverend Richard (Nancy) Ireland of Lakeville, MN; Claudia (Thomas) Vucurevich of Rapid City, SD; and John (Ginny) Ireland of Marblehead, MA. Wayne had seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Send Memorials to MinnehahaIn lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Minnehaha United Methodist Church, 3701 East 50th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55417.

Nov. 1 – 5 (Monday – Friday): 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Nov. 6 (Saturday): 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Nov. 8 – 12 (Monday – Friday): 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Nov. 13 (Saturday): 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

UMW Holiday Bazaar
The UMW Annual Holiday Bazaar is approaching on November 13. Breakfast will be served from 9-11, Lunch from 11-2. Food, crafts and more. For more information, see flyer.

Financing Approved for Affordable Housing Project

After more than six years of tireless work, the Deep Roots, New Branches Initiative (Riverview) senior housing development has been awarded $6 million in Housing and Urban Development (HUD) 202 funding.
42 Senior Housing Units
This innovative project will create 42 units of affordable senior housing at East 54th Street and Riverview in the Nokomis East neighborhood—just three blocks from an LRT station and within walking distance to Minnehaha Falls.

The $8+ million project is now funded thanks to the efforts of the Plymouth Church Neighborhood Foundation, Minnehaha United Methodist Church and Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church.
Still Work to be Done
Much work remains to be done. The building design needs to be finalized with neighborhood input, the city needs to approve rezoning of the property, and the financing from HUD and other funders needs to be closed. But the project is well on its way to becoming a reality.
Thanks to the Plymouth Church Neighborhood Foundation, Minnehaha United Methodist Church, Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church, CommonBond Communities, the City of Minneapolis, MHFA, and Federal Home Loan Bank for their commitment to affordable housing in our neighborhood.

Food Ministry Feeds 1,500 During the Month

Minnehaha is home to the neighborhood Food Shelf. We serve the area between the Crosstown and Lake Street, Cedar Avenue and the river. Each month we serve more than 600 households—about 1,500 men, women and children—and distribute approximately 28,500 pounds of food. It's an incredible mission that relies on volunteers.
The need for food continues to grow. Over the past year, for example, the number of people served at Minnehaha increased 250%.
NEED FOOD? If you know someone in the area in need of food, here are the details:

Minnehaha Food Shelf is open Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Please bring a photo ID with a current address (must reside within the area we serve: between the Crosstown and Lake Street, Cedar Avenue and the river)
No appointments necessary

WANT TO VOLUNTEER? If you'd like to volunteer to help with the Minnehaha Food Shelf or food ministries, contact the church office at (612) 721-6231. Good things happen here.
WANT TO DONATE? As Don Cregan says, "Would you like to see a miracle? If you donate $1 it will generate $30 worth of food. Wow!" If you'd like to donate to the Food Shelf or Minnehaha's other food ministries, contact the church office at (612) 721-6231.

Minnehaha Building Project Update

Minnehaha United Methodist Church will soon begin a remodeling project to improve the church entrance, enlarge the narthex, and upgrade the heating system. The project will begin in February of 2011 and last four to five months.
New Look for 37th Avenue South Entry
The entrance to the church will be more streamlined and attractive, with new concrete steps and metal railings, a more open entry, and an energy-efficient weather vestibule. In addition, the “Open Hearts. Open Minds. Open Doors.” banner will be taken down. The result will be a powerful, visually striking gateway to the church.
Larger, More Welcoming Narthex
Once inside the front doors you’ll see an expanded narthex—about twice its current size! A vaulted ceiling and mini-kitchen will provide greater space for gathering and welcoming.
Upgraded Bathrooms and Hallways
The bathrooms and hallways will also be improved, with new fixtures, better lighting, and a fresh look. Where work is done throughout the church, any asbestos flooring, ceiling tiles, and insulation will be abated.
New Heating System
Our ancient boiler will be replaced by an energy-efficient, zoned heating system. The result will be a more comfortable, “greener” place to worship and serve the community.

Taizé Worship

Spend abrief hour and renew your spirit with a worship service of music and meditation. Taizé Worship, based on the teachings of Brother Roger from Taizé France, uses music with "simple" melody lines and periods of silence to quiet the soul and renew the spirit. There is no sermon, just a brief reading and a few questions to consider.