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SUMMARY:Wild Kingdom - Animal Stories from the Bible Sermon Series
DESCRIPTION:Scripture is full of creatures who carry wisdom: lions\, sparrows\, a donkey\, sheep\, and ravens. This August\, we’ll listen for what they teach us about courage\, worth\, appearances\, belonging\, provision\, and God’s persistent love. \n\nAugust 9: Sparrows – You Are Not Forgotten\, Rev. David McBride\nAugust 16: Donkey – When God Uses a Donkey\, Rev. Karen Bruins\nAugust 23: Lion – Faith When You’re Surrounded\, Rev. Dan Schneider-Bryan\nAugust 30: Ravens – Provided and Given Rest\, Rev. Karen Bruins\nSeptember 6: Sheep – The Voice that Leads You Home\, Rev. Karen Bruins
URL:https://lakeharrietumc.org/calendar/wild-creatures-sermon-series/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Lake Harriet United Methodist Church\, 4901 Chowen Ave S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,front page
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SUMMARY:Making Sandwiches for Dignity Center
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join the LHUMC Outreach Team on Sunday\, September 6th after service at 10:45am downstairs in the Fellowship Hall for a meaningful\, hands-on service opportunity for all ages! As a church community\, we’ll be gathering to make sandwiches for our neighbors who are served by the Dignity Center. This is a simple but powerful way to share care\, compassion\, and nourishment with those in need. \nEveryone is welcome—kids\, youth\, and adults alike! Whether you come on your own or bring the whole family\, there’s a place for you to help make sandwiches and notes of encouragement. Together\, we’ll make a tangible difference while enjoying time in community.
URL:https://lakeharrietumc.org/calendar/making-sandwiches-for-dignity-center/
LOCATION:Lake Harriet United Methodist Church\, 4901 Chowen Ave S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CYF Ministries
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SUMMARY:Cohort 1 - Learn to Play Mahjong!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun\, beginner-friendly introduction to Mahjong! We will offer two class cohorts\, limited to 10 participants each. \nEach cohort will attend two evening classes\, where you will learn the basics\, practice your skills\, and gain the confidence to play on your own. \nCohort 1 – REGISTER\nSchedule: Thursday September 10\, 6:00-8:00 pm and Thursday September 17\, 6:00 -8:00 pm\nCapacity: 10 people \nLocation: Lake Harriet UMC\nMahjong Game Play Night: Thursday October 8\, 6-8pm \nAdvance registration is required\, and space is limited. Participants should plan to attend both classes scheduled for their cohort. \nAfter both cohorts have completed their classes\, we will host a Mahjong Night for everyone who would like to join! Come practice\, play\, bring a friend or make a new friend and enjoy a relaxed evening with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts.
URL:https://lakeharrietumc.org/calendar/learn-to-play-mahjong-cohort-1/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Lake Harriet United Methodist Church\, 4901 Chowen Ave S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CYF Ministries
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SUMMARY:Fall Kick-Off!
DESCRIPTION:We’re kicking off a new year of Children\, Family & Youth Ministries\, and we’re excited to celebrate with you! Come meet our new Children\, Family & Youth Director\, Jenny\, and learn more about all the exciting things happening this fall. \nAfter worship\, there will be fun activities for both children and youth\, so be sure to stick around and join in the fun! \nWe’ll also be introducing our new CareTeam\, including upcoming training and opportunities to get involved in this important ministry of caring for one another. \nThere’s lots happening at Lake Harriet UMC this fall—come be part of the kickoff! We can’t wait to see you on September 13th!
URL:https://lakeharrietumc.org/calendar/fall-kick-off/
LOCATION:Lake Harriet United Methodist Church\, 4901 Chowen Ave S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T203000
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SUMMARY:Sacred Reckonings
DESCRIPTION:Sacred Reckonings is designed specifically to help faith communities move beyond symbolic gestures of solidarity into the deep work of structural repair\, racial justice\, and historical truth-telling. Through guided reflection\, communal study\, and practical action\, our cohort will engage directly with the history of land\, labor\, and wealth\, exploring how our faith calls us to active repair. \nMembers of LHUMC have been invited to join Sacred Reckonings Training this fall at Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church\, 5011 31st Ave S in Minneapolis. \nMeetings:\nFri.\, September 18: 5-8:30 pm CT\nSat.\, September 19: 9:30 am-4:30 pm CT \nFriday evening will include a pilgrimage from Bdote to George Floyd Square to Renee Good Memorial to Alex Pretty Memorial with some storytelling and history weaving around the Doctrine of Discovery. This will be in partnership with Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs. Saturday will\ninclude more in depth work around the Sacred Reckonings process and the Reparatory EcoMap. \nThen continue learning ONLINE for Sessions 3-5:\nMonday\, October 26\, 2026: 6:30-8:00pm CT\nMonday\, November 9\, 2026: 6:30-8:00pm CT\nMonday\, November 23\, 2026: 6:30-8:00pm CT \nWe would love to have a small team from LHUMC attend the training. \nContact Julie or Bill Konrardy if interested or for more information juliekonrardy@gmail.com\, bkonrardy@gmail.com. \nREGISTER by scanning the QR code or by visiting bit.ly/sacred-reckonings-26
URL:https://lakeharrietumc.org/calendar/sacred-reckonings/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church\, 5011 31st Ave S\, Minneapolis\, 55417\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Unleavened Bread Small Group
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Unleavened Bread\, a “book club” for Bible readers. We meet every Third Sunday of the month\, in the Fireside Room.  \nIn this small group\, you are encouraged to set aside time each day to read the Bible at your own pace and write down your thoughts after in a journal. Each member brings one or two portions from what they have read to share with other members at the monthly gathering. \nQuestions? Email Jungjoo at jungjoo.park@lakeharrietumc.org. \nNewcomers are welcome!
URL:https://lakeharrietumc.org/calendar/unleavened-bread-small-group-2/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:Lake Harriet United Methodist Church\, 4901 Chowen Ave S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T200000
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SUMMARY:Cohort 2 - Learn to Play Mahjong
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun\, beginner-friendly introduction to Mahjong! We will offer two class cohorts\, limited to 10 participants each. \nEach cohort will attend two evening classes\, where you will learn the basics\, practice your skills\, and gain the confidence to play on your own. \nCohort 2 – Register\nSchedule: Thursday September 24\, 6:00-8:00 pm and Thursday October 1\, 6:00-8:00 pm\nCapacity: 10 people \nLocation: Lake Harriet UMC\nMahjong Game Play Night: Thursday October 8\, 6-8pm \nAdvance registration is required\, and space is limited. Participants should plan to attend both classes scheduled for their cohort. \nAfter both cohorts have completed their classes\, we will host a Mahjong Night for everyone who would like to join! Come practice\, play\, bring a friend or make a new friend and enjoy a relaxed evening with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts.
URL:https://lakeharrietumc.org/calendar/cohort-2-learn-to-play-mahjong/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Lake Harriet United Methodist Church\, 4901 Chowen Ave S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CYF Ministries
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SUMMARY:BE STILL: EXPLORING CONTEMPLATIVE PRACTICES
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a little more quiet\, depth\, or connection with God?\nThis year\, Lake Harriet invites you to slow down\, pay attention\, and explore some of the rich practices Christians have used for centuries to deepen their spiritual lives. \nIn partnership with Saint Catherine University\, we are offering Contemplative Practices\, a nine-session series exploring different ways of connecting with God—individually and in community. Together we’ll learn about and experience practices including centering prayer\, Lectio Divina\, the Labyrinth\, and more. \nCome when you can. Each session stands on its own\, so you are welcome to drop in for individual sessions—or join us for all nine and experience the full journey. \nSCHEDULE\nSessions are held at Lake Harriet UMC from 6:30–8:00 p.m.\nSeptember 24\, October 22\, November 19\, December 3 (1st Thursday due to the holiday) January 28\, February 25\, March 25 (Maundy Thursday)\, April 22\, May 27. \nChild care for infants through age 5 is available. Please let us know when you register if you will need child care. \nNo experience with contemplative prayer is necessary. Just come as you are—and make a little space for God. \nMEET OUR LEADER\nAmy Campbell\, a certified Spiritual Director\, will lead our sessions. Amy has a lifelong interest in spiritual formation and has served in ministry at the Church of St. Patrick of Edina and St. Joan of Arc Catholic Community. She currently serves as a Spiritual Director at The Loyola Center for Spirituality in St. Paul and completed her spiritual direction training through Christos. \nAmy’s own contemplative life has been shaped by practices including centering prayer and T’ai Chi Chih. She loves being in nature\, traveling\, downhill skiing\, and spending time with her husband\, four children\, and four granddaughters. \nSeptember 24\, October 22\, November 19\, December 3 (1st Thursday due to the holiday) January 28\, February 25\, March 25 (Maundy Thursday)\, April 22\, May 27.
URL:https://lakeharrietumc.org/calendar/be-still-exploring-contemplative-practices/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Lake Harriet United Methodist Church\, 4901 Chowen Ave S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Game Night - Mahjong!
DESCRIPTION:Mahjong Night for everyone who would like to join! Come practice\, play\, bring a friend or make a new friend and enjoy a relaxed evening with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts. \n 
URL:https://lakeharrietumc.org/calendar/game-night-mahjong/
LOCATION:Lake Harriet United Methodist Church\, 4901 Chowen Ave S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CYF Ministries
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