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Lord Vader, I should have known. Only you could be so bold. The Imperial Senate will not sit for this, when they hear you've attacked a diplomatic... Don't play games with me, Your Highness. You weren't on any mercy mission this time. You passed directly through a restricted system. Several transmissions were beamed to this ship by Rebel spies. I want to know what happened to the plans they sent you. I don't know what you're talking about. I'm a member of the Imperial Senate on a diplomatic mission to Alderaan... You're a part of the Rebel Alliance...and a traitor. Take her away!

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Sunday, December 24, 2024

Candlelight services at

3 pm, 5 pm & 9 pm

Our Areas of Focus

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Anti-Racism

Leading our effort to learn about white privilege and systemic racism, reflect on our role in current racist systems, educate our community and take action for racial justice.

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Climate Justice

Working to reduce our Church’s carbon imprint. Educating and taking action on climate change issues.

Health Care

Leading conversations and action on the disparities in health care.

Reconciling and Inclusion

Supporting our current Reconciling Ministry. Leading our congregation to action on conference and general conference United Methodist reconciling issues.

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Democracy

Creating awareness of how EUMC members can take individual action on issues that challenge our democracy.

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February Focus: Honoring Black History Month

Join Our All Church Book Read of How the Word Is Passed

Details and how to sign up for a discussion group below.

How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America

In this book, author Clint Smith visits eight historic sites, finding that many of these sites present the past honestly, while others gloss over how slavery was central to shaping of each site and our country’s collective history and memory.

Books are available for sale at church beginning January 15, Martin Luther King Jr. Sunday.

Discussion groups will begin the week of February 5, and be held once a week for 4 weeks. A sign-up sheet is at church or use this link to sign up online for a group.

Community Meals

We host a free community meal for all from 11:30-12:30pm four times a year. The next meal will be December 16.

Food Shelf

In partnership with ICA Food Shelf, we offer a food shelf at our church the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 3-5pm. No reservations required. for more information contact the church office at 952.474.5471.

Little Free Pantry

On the driveway outside our church is a Little Free Pantry. Everyone is invited to take what they need or leave what they want to share. Non-perishables and snacks are best.

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Simpson Shelter

Once each month, our church serves a hot meal to men at Simpson Homeless Shelter. This program is supported with food donations and people serving the meal  onsite each month.

After-School Program

We partner with the Minnetonka Public Schools to offer a free after-school program for neighborhood students to work with teachers on homework and English language skills. The program meets  once a week during the school year and part of the summer.

Community Partnerships

We are grateful to have many partnerships in our community. We have strong relationships with ICA Food Shelf, His House, WeCAN and Resource West.

West Interfaith

We collaborate with faith communities, nonprofits, and social service agencies in the western suburbs. Virtual meetings occur every other week.

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Men's Bible Study

Monday, 7:30-9am, weekly
A group of men who meet to support each other, share the ups and downs of life, and study the Bible. Currently reading The Good Book by Peter Gomes.

Sarah/Lydia Circle

2nd Thursday, 1 pm, monthly
A women’s group who meet for connection, service and learning.

Men's Support Group

Saturday, 8-10am, weekly
A group of men who meet to share updates on their lives and support one another.

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Pastor's Bible Study

Monday, 9-10am, weekly
(will resume in January 2024)
Pastor Brooke leads a discussion of the upcoming week's scripture. Meets at Basecamp Coffee in Minnetonka.

Contemplative Practices Group

3rd Sunday, 11:15am-1pm, monthly
Led by a trained spiritual director. Each month focuses on a new contemplative prayer practice.

Cover Girls Book Club

4th Monday, 1pm
Books and discussion leaders are chosen at a get together in June, followed by lively discussions each month.

Brown Bag Discussion Group

Monday, 11am-noon, weekly
Currently reading We Make This Way by Walking by Brian McClaren.

That and This Book Study

3rd Thursday, 6:30-8pm
A lively discussion group that meets to discuss books, videos, and other sources that influence and shape our faith and culture.

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Yoga

Tuesday, 2pm
A beginner's gentle yoga class. We use chairs for seated exercises, if desired. There is no charge, but attendees are encouraged to bring donations for our Little Free Pantry each week.

Prime Timers

Adults (primarily age 50 and up), meet for fellowship, prayer, and various social events, including a weekend get-away, throughout the year.

Social Time at Unmapped Brewing

Monthly social gatherings for families and adults at Unmapped Brewing, 14625 Excelsior Boulevard, Minnetonka. The next date in 2023 is Nov. 30 from 5-7 pm.