Relevant Inclusive Beautiful

May 2011 HennepinChurch.org

CELEBRATING THE JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY
COMPASS 180 SCHOLARSHIP CELEBRATION
Compass 180 is a program at Hennepin Church which partners
UPCOMING EVENTS
MAY 1
with ex-offenders to find a new path and to make a living with purpose. A key
to making meaningful change is having the ability to support themselves and Compass 180 Celebration (p.1)
their families financially and reconnecting to dreams and visions of where they Soul Café: Loving & Listening (p.1)
really want to be. MAY 5-7
Compass 180 is about discovery. It is about finding new paths. It is about Koinonia Retreat (p.1)
learning new skills and fostering entrepreneurial creation. At its core, Compass
180 involves mentoring relationships and life skill workshops. Compass 180
MAY 6
scholarships are grants that help fund these voyages of discovery. Foundation Scholarship
On Sunday, May 1st, please join our celebration. At 11:00 in the sanctuary Deadline (p.6)
you will hear special music and truly inspiring messages of hope and healing. MAY 8
We will be recognizing our first-ever Compass 180 scholarship recipients. Sanctuary Task Force Presentation (p.2)
Take a break from the 10 o’clock news and listen to a different news. The
Good News. Today’s mass media culture gives us “heroes” and “reality” we
Hennepin Chime Concert (p.7)
should consider. Come on May 1st and see true courage. MAY 14
Spire Brunch w/Olga Viso (p.5)
SOUL CAFÉ: LOVING AND LISTENING MAY 15
Soul Cafe returns for another evening of poetry and Sanctuary Task Force Presentation (p.2)
jazz. You are invited to a celebration of life as sending Forum with Coleen Rowley (p.4)
out and taking in, paying attention and offering up. This InVocation Concert (p.7)
is also how good jazz is played. May 1 at 7:00 PM in MAY 22
the Art Gallery join Steve Blons, guitar; Daryl Boudreaux, drums; Laura Caviani,
Sanctuary Task Force
piano; Lucia Newell, vocals; Brad Holden, sax; Jay Young, Bass.
Presentation (p.2)

Nurture
May 30
NEW LIFE ADVENTURES,
Church Closed
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN, Memorial Day

Nature AND ECOLOGY GROUP Holiday

HOST SPRING RETREAT
AT KOINONIA
Self MAY 5 - 7
What do New Life Adventures, the Hennepin United Methodist Women and
the Ecology Group have in common? They’re co-sponsoring a new kind of
retreat weekend at Koinonia May 5-7. Each group will have its own programs,
which will be open to all, including those who choose to create a free-form
personal retreat. Come for a day or more! The May 1 registration deadline is
here! Sign up today: call the church office 612-871-5303.
!NSPIRE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Here is your May2011 !nSpire. There is
much to read and learn about in these
pages. Thanks to all who have shared
an article and/or information for this
newsletter, YOUR newsletter!
The June 2011 edition deadline is
10:00 AM, Thursday, May 19th. Send
your info to Spire@haumc.org, submit
online at HennepinChurch.org (Share
Your Story) or drop off at church, attn:
Daniel, 612-435-1320.
BUILDING DISASTER ON
PALM SUNDAY AVERTED
TOM FLOOD, BUILDING & GROUNDS
About 3:00 PM on Saturday April 16,
just before a late-afternoon wedding
was about to begin at church, our boiler
room began to fill up with gray (sewer)
water. Not knowing what was causing
this problem was a major concern. The
wedding continued as scheduled but
calls went out to the church’s plumbing
companies, staff, and City of Minneapolis.
The boilers were shut down and the
problem solving started.
The church has had problems over
this past winter with snow plowing
involving the City however, this time
Minneapolis Water Department really
came through for the church. The
church’s plumbers also responded very
well.
John Meskill and HAUMC staff really
stepped up to put on the brakes, keeping
this problem from becoming a bigger
disaster. No running water/bathrooms/
food service and a terrible building
odor a possibility for Sunday morning
(Palm Sunday)...all of this would not
have been a good situation. With a
music concert already scheduled for the
evening, the timing for this problem
could not have been worse.
The City of Minneapolis Water
Department was able to open their
main line, which was the problem,
about 8:30 PM Saturday night and the
possible disaster was averted. It appears
some local restaurant or business
caused this problem, which I hope gets
addressed as soon as possible. The
church will also be taking measures to
offer more safeguards for everyone
going forward.
MODIFICATIONS BEING
CONSIDERED FOR SANCTUARY
Article # 2
The 2nd in a series of articles to provide
information about implementation by
the Trustees of recommendations from
the 1998 Sanctuary Task Force study.
The preceding February !nSpire article
can be found on the church website at
HennepinChurch.org/sanctuary
OUR SANCTUARY’S HISTORY OF CHANGES
The sanctuary, built 1916, has twice
experienced major remodeling — in
1954 and 1980. From 1916 to 1954, a
second-story choir loft was located
above the centrally-located pulpit in the
chancel.
In 1954 the choir loft was removed,
and choir pews were installed on the
left and right of the chancel behind the
pulpit (now located on the left) and a
lectern (on the right). A large marble
altar and cloth hanging were located in
the center against the back chancel wall
with organ pipes above.
In 1980, a new organ was installed
with its “tracker” console located in the
center of the chancel. The marble altar
and hanging were removed. Choir pews
were also removed and replaced with
chairs on risers surrounding the console.
Recently, several front pew rows have
been removed to accommodate moving
the altar table from the chancel to the
nave floor. Additionally, pastors have
frequently moved from the pulpit to the
chancel center or nave floor center
when speaking to the congregation.
Their theological intent is to have worship
more inclusive of the congregation
ADDITIONAL CHANGES RECOMMENDED
In 1998, a Sanctuary Task Force stud-
ied changes to enhance the sanctuary
and overcome some of its limitations.
The Task Force’s major recommendations
were correction of poor nave lighting
and air conditioning drafts, poor choir
sound projection, crowded narthex
size, and an inflexible chancel area.
The basic concept of the study was to
determine what modifications might be
made to enhance the worship experience
for our existing members and to make
visitors and guests feel more welcome
and included. The goal of the Task
— Page Two —
Force was to build church membership
by having a richer experience when
attending services and other programs
and events in the sanctuary.
CURRENT PROCESS
In July 2010, the Trustees appointed a
Steering Committee of Larry Dunbar
and Dan Meyer, respectively chair and
vice-chair of the 1998 Task Force; Fred
Blaisdell and Keith Sjoquist, Board of
Trustees representatives; Tom Flood,
Building and Grounds for Hennepin
Church; and Barry Schaub, member of
1998 Task Force.
Trustees selected Kodet Architectural
Group to help with preliminary design
options. The Kodet Group is an award-
winning firm with a depth of experi-
ence working with churches to enhance
their worship experience while main-
taining the architectural character and
integrity of the church. In past months,
Kodet has provided consultants who have
reviewed our mechanical, electrical,
acoustics, and lighting systems.
A series of meetings followed with
Kodet staff, steering committee members,
clergy including Chris Jackson, Bruce
Robbins, Sally Johnson, Bill Mathis,
Leah Rosso, and other members of the
congregation to review possible options.
Ed Kodet and his staff have reviewed
in detail the twelve areas of concern
identified from the 1998 report and will
soon present options on how we might
address these. They are also developing
projected costs from which the Trustees
can assess the benefit received for each
option.
FUTURE PROCESS
When these preliminary suggestions
are ready, they will be presented to the
congregation for general discussion and
reactions. The information will be shared
through three Sunday forum meetings
(May 8, 15 and 22 at 11:00 AM in the
Sanctuary), and in presentations to the
Administrative Council and Finance
Committee. Response from those dis-
cussions will guide church leadership
in taking any next steps which will
certainly require funding of a substantial
capital campaign.
The next !nSpire issue will report on
the Kodet design options and estimated
costs.
FARMERS MARKET WALK FOR PEOPLE IN THEIR 20S AND 30S FAITHINDEED
On May 22nd, meet on the front steps of the Church (in front of Groveland Ave.) KENT PETERSON, FAITH IN ACTION TEAM
at 11:00 AM and we’ll walk over to the Lyndale Farmers Market together and Five years ago, I walked tentatively
enjoy the nice weather. If it rains, we’ll figure out a rain plan in the narthex. If it’s into my first Project Homeless Connect
snowing, we’ll go to Bachman’s and eat at their indoor cafe! event, overwhelmed by the cavernous
space of the Minneapolis Convention
NEW BIBLE STUDY BEGINS MAY 2 Center. I felt unprepared to navigate the
day ahead – not knowledgeable enough
May 2nd is the first night of a new Bible study on the book of Luke. Come on
about the myriad of services present in
Mondays from 6-7:30 PM. No previous Bible knowledge needed! We’ll meet in
the room, and uncertain about what I
the parsonage — the large white house across the alley from the church. Come to
any door. All are welcome! Questions? Contact Pastor Leah: Leah@haumc.org or could offer the homeless people I met.
call the church office: 612-871-5303. I came away from that day with a
renewed appreciation for both the
goodness of the social services network
WE NEED YOU! in the Twin Cites and the common
LEAH ROSSO, YOUNG ADULTS AND HOSPITALITY
humanity we all share, whether we live
Do you want to make sure that Hennepin Church is the friendliest in a home or not.
place around? Do you like to meet new people? Do you want this I learned that all I had to offer was my
community to be known for welcoming ALL people? presence – that I could walk alongside
Then we need you! Just below this note is an article written by David Gerdes on the guests I met and we could navigate
behalf of himself, Greg Putnam, and Leah Rosso, about some changes that are together the numerous housing, employ-
happening in the Greeting and Ushering positions of the church. Please read the ment, education, and health care service
article and contact one of us immediately to volunteer in a new way. David: providers available. I learned that I had
dgerdes@comcast.net; Leah: Leah@haumc.org or 612-435-1301. Whatever your
nothing to fear – that I simply had to be
age, gender or family status, we need you in order to make this church a truly
myself. I learned that being present with
welcoming place!
others as they sought valuable services
was a meaningful and concrete way to
USHERING IN HOSPITALITY put my faith into action.
DAVID GERDES, GREG PUTNAM AND LEAH ROSSO I encourage anyone – no matter your
Every Sunday morning as you enter the church you are greeted by groups of experience or skill set – to seek out this
people who enrich your time here. You have all been greeted by a smiling and ministry of hospitality. It could be as life-
enthusiastic greeter at the East entryway or in the narthex, maybe stopping for a enriching for you as it is for those you
cup of coffee in Carlson Hall before you hear the opening chords of the prelude encounter that day. Project Homeless
and then rush into the sanctuary. Prior to entering the sanctuary, you’re handed a Connect will next bring an important
bulletin from a familiar and friendly usher. You also may have had the opportunity array of service providers under one roof
being in one of these roles and know the thrill of welcoming new people and on Monday, May 23. A brief training
greeting those you already know. session is recommended for new volun-
In the months ahead, there will be an opportunity to become a vital part of the teers. For more information, visit the
hospitality ministry at Hennepin Church. Our current ushers have been ushering table in Carlson Hall, May 1 & 8 or
for decades — some as long as seventy years! We honor the work that they have
homele ssconn ectminne apolis.or g/
done and value their tenacity and faithfulness. We also recognize that many of you
volunteer.htm. Questions? Call Kristyn
would love to be a part of this ministry if it didn’t mean signing up to be here
Ebert (612-435-1305) or Kent Peterson
every week or having to buy a suit. We would like to engage both current ushers
and new people into a ministry of hospitality that will be more expansive and will (651-644-4451).
welcome all people into these roles. This includes families with children and
youth, twenty- and thirty-somethings, and those who admit to something-older! It’s
important to know that no one is being asked to leave their present ministries or
change their attire. Our intention is to integrate
new members into these ministries while they
gain experience from the current members so all
may be a part of this vital welcoming ministry.
Change happens! We have an opportunity to
embrace this new opportunity to enhance our MONDAY, MAY 30
worship experience and create a more inclusive
The church building
church community. We hope that you will
choose to be a part of it! will be closed for the
Memorial Day holiday.
— Page Three —
COLEEN ROWLEY AT PEACE and then attended the College of Law at Club 56
the University of Iowa. She graduated Parent
THROUGH JUSTICE FORUM with honors in 1980, and also passed
Coleen Rowley, former the Iowa Bar Exam that summer. Meeting
FBI Agent, will be the The forum is sponsored by the Peace May 1
speaker at the 11:00 a.m. Through Justice Committee with help Parents of 4th and 5th graders: you’re
Adult Forum on Sunday, from the Hennepin Foundation. All
invited to an informational meeting
May 15. Her subject will interested persons are invited to attend.
regarding Club 56, a Sunday School
be “balancing civil liberties and fellowship program for next year’s
with the need for effective investigation.” PARKING AS HOSPITALITY 5th and 6th graders, May 1 at 11:00
When Rowley was an FBI agent in
At Hennepin, we like to reserve the AM in Room 205. A supervised activity
Minneapolis, her office got a lead just
east parking lot for first-time visitors, will be offered for your child(ren)
three weeks before 9/11 that known
Islamic extremist Zacarias Moussaoui families with young during this time. This meeting includes
had paid $8000 in cash for lessons to children, and people information about Confirmation.
fly a Boeing 747. Her team arrested who have limited
him and wanted a warrant to search his mobility or need HENNEPIN JOB SUPPORT GROUP
laptop computer, but superiors at FBI assistance. Instead of
headquarters said “no.” driving around the Mondays May 9 and 23, 7:00 PM to
After 9/11, when it became clear that block looking for 8:30 PM. This group is for people
more could have been done to prevent parking every week, we encourage all who are worried about their current job
the tragedies of that day, Rowley wrote people to take advantage of the 600 or transitioning to a new career. The
FBI Director Robert Mueller a letter spaces in the Walker Parking Ramp facilitator is Leslie Philmon, who has
pointing out that “no one will ever across the street. The ushers and front over 16 years experience as a career
know” the impact the computer search desk receptionists have vouchers for coach. Note: The Job Support Group
would have had, calling his defense of you to use with your parking ticket, or will stop meeting at the end of May. For
the agency a “rush to judgment to you can choose to contribute $1. job coaching after May, please contact
protect the FBI at all costs.” She testified the Basilica’s Employment Ministry at
Climate controlled, covered from
in a Senate hearing a few weeks later. 612-333-1381.
weather, and just a short walk across
She was chosen by TIME magazine as
Hennepin, the ramp will give you easy
one of their Persons of the Year in 2002.
Rowley grew up in a small town access to everything you need here at CHANGES AT STEEPLE PEOPLE
in northeast Iowa. She obtained a B.A. the church. Be hospitable and selfish at
the same time: park in the ramp! Times are changing at the Steeple
degree in French from Wartburg College, Store Surplus Store. We are changing
AROUND THE CHURCH hours starting Monday May 2. For your
BY CHRIS JACKSON, MINISTER OF ADMINISTRATION convenience we will be open some
additional hours. Our schedule will be:
This article is written during Holy Week, as we approach the joy of
Mon. 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Easter, but it feels like Thanksgiving to me. (That isn’t because it just
snowed twice during the past seven days!) It feels like Thanksgiving because I am Tues. 10.30 AM to 7:30 PM
thankful for all the church members who minister to others in this congregation, Wed. - Fri. 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM
community, and for those who are so generous with their financial gifts. The week Sat. 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
of April 10-16 was actually National Volunteer Week, but it is in May that some of We will offer the same good buys,
our church groups will say thank you to many people. the same happy volunteers and staff to
On May 1, the Steeple People Store will thank their volunteers for another year help you with your needs. Stop in and
of service: raising funds for mission, providing useful goods to the community visit us soon.
at reasonable prices, demonstrating a “green” recycling ethic, and providing
fellowship among our members.
On May 14, the Hennepin Foundation Board and Board of Trustees will honor GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
those donors who have made “second mile” additional gifts to the Foundation and The Spring/Summer session of the
Trustee funds. Without the funds from annual Foundation program grants and Downtown Coalition for Grief Support
Trustee funds which help keep up our nearly 100-year-old building, we could not will be at Plymouth Congregational
sustain our level of ministry or repair our building. All congregation members are Church May 7 — August 27. The group
invited; please reserve at 612-871-5303 by May 2 for this Saturday morning event. meets Saturdays, 9:30 - 11:30 AM. Go
And, I thank all who will have given generously at Easter services and those who to: mplsgriefsupport.com or call 612-
have made pledges for our operating budget for 2011. We are inching toward fully 317-3454 for more information. Each
funding our ministry needs for this year. Thank you for your generosity. week the topic for this group is printed
I think it was Meister Eckart who said “the only prayer needed is thank you.” I on the lower right side of page 7 of the
celebrate thanksgiving every day because of you — this congregation. worship bulletin.
— Page Four —
MAY 14 SPIRE BRUNCH FEATURES OLGA VISO A HOPEFUL EARTH
You’re invited to attend the 2011 Spire Brunch, May 14 from MAY 1, 8, 15
10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, with featured guest speaker, Olga Viso, AT 11:00 AM
Director of the Walker Art Center. Hosted annually by the Hennepin Join in for a study of
Foundation and Board of Trustees, the Spire Brunch honors donors Bishop Sally Dyck and her
who give beyond their annual pledge. niece, Sarah Erhman’s
Olga Viso began her tenure as director of the Walker Art Center in 2008, after book. Bob Janssen leads the study of
12 years at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Smithsonian Institution, this provocative and fun book. If you
the final two years as director. At the Walker — HAUMC’s neighbor and one of are interested in being a part of this
the world’s leading art centers — Viso oversees innovative artistic programming class, please register at the reception
across the disciplines, including visual arts, performing arts, film, and design. A desk. Books are $7.00. Checks may be
new strategic plan developed under Viso’s leadership affirms the Walker’s mission made payable to HAUMC.
to be a “catalyst for the creative expression of artists and the active engagement of
audiences,” along with a long-standing commitment to innovation and experimentation,
to fostering the development of new art. YOUR HELP NEEDED AT
Viso has served on the Federal Advisory Committee on International Exhibitions GROVELAND FOOD SHELF
— the committee that selected projects to represent the United States in
international biennials. She currently serves on the advisory board of the Fabric Many hands make light work! Hennepin
Workshop and Museum in Philadelphia and the Cintas Foundation in New York supports Groveland Food shelf and we
City. Most recently, she was elected to the boards of the Andy Warhol Foundation need 4 volunteers to work for ½ day in
for the Visual Arts, New York (2008), and the American Association of Museum the Hope for The City warehouse doing
Directors (2009). light lifting on May 18. Volunteering
The Spire gathering starts with a social coffee gathering, followed by the preserves our great donations discount
recognition program and our featured speaker in the Art Gallery, and then rate. Please grab a friend and help!
guests are invited to a special brunch in the Social Hall. All church members are Carol Jackson is coordinating: 612-927-
welcome to attend. Make your reservation by May 2. Call the church receptionist 4234 or carol.jackson@genmills.com .
at 612-871-5303. Transportation and childcare are available.

EARTH CAMP RECONCILING MINISTRIES

JULY 25-28 BY ROB GAMBLE
For students who Have YOU considered attending Sing A New Song, the
have completed the national gathering sponsored by Reconciling Ministries and
1st - 5th grade; limited The Methodist Federation for Social Action, Aug. 25-28, 2011
to 25 participants. at Sawmill Creek Resort, Huron, Ohio?
It is not only for LGBT individuals. It is also a gathering of
Earth Camp is a four-day, three-night
allies, parents, grandparents, siblings and friends. You are needed to network with
overnight camp for our elementary
other United Methodists around the USA and world, to be advocates for basic
students. Campers learn about our
human and equal rights for LGBT people within the United Methodist Church, the
responsibility as Christians to care for
creation, explore the great outdoors and USA and around the world.
connect with God in the natural world. LGBT children (yes, many know they are different and even their orientation at
Cost is $170.00 and includes lodging, the ages of 4, 5, 6 and 7), youth, and adults are spiritually struggling to find their
meals, transportation, programs and places in our society. One of the major reasons for adolescent suicide is their
crafts. Scholarships are available and are struggle in a society that does not affirm LGBT youth. LGBT adults who must hide
confidential. Questions? Contact Dana their orientation can’t fully live using the gifts God intended.
Neuhauser at 612-435-1306 or by email Women’s rights could not be gained until enough men saw the justice issue for
at Dana@haumc.org. women, and so LGBT rights and equality won’t advance without the visible and
vocal advocacy of heterosexual allies. It took courage for men 100 years ago to
stand up for women, and so it takes courage for heterosexual men or women to
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL stand up for LGBT friends and family. Heterosexual men and women siding with
AUGUST 15-19
LGBT friends are as subject to harassment, name calling and suspicion as are
Egypt: Joseph’s Journey LGBT people. Heterosexual men and women have to stand and network together
from Prison to Palace with LGBT individuals against 5,000 years of religious tradition and societal op-
pression.
9:00 AM — 12:00 Noon with optional
You are invited to network with allies around the world. For more information,
Afternoon Program (for additional fee).
look for the Sing A New Songfolder and scholarship application on the table in
Ages: 3 years old - completed 5th grade.
Carlson Hall; or go to www.rmnetwork.org for information and registration.

— Page Five —
LEGACY GIVING
BY JACK FISTLER
It’s spring cleaning again.
With the full blossoming of
spring (soon, we hope), it’s time for our
list of chores – gardens and flower pots,
windows, cars, spring apparel, and so
on. This time of brighter and warmer
days, and with tax time passed, also
may be a good time to review and
update your financial and estate plans.
You may re-affirm your plans after a
brief review, or determine that updates
are warranted. Your legal and financial
advisors will help ensure that your
plans match your intentions in a tax-
wise way.
A few questions to begin: Is your will
current? Do you have durable and
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Applications are now being accepted for the Hennepin Foundation’s 2011-12
Scholarship Awards. The forms are available at the reception desk, on the website,
or by contacting Tara Emerson at Tara@haumc.org or 612-435-1331. The scholar-
ship awards are typically $500-$3000 for one year at a time. The highest priority is
given to Hennepin Church members attending seminary and those pursuing social
service careers, but others will be considered as funds allow. Deadline: May 6.
VETOUCH PROGRAM
AT COMMUNITY MEALS
BY JEFF SMITH
You probably knew that every October
Hennepin designates a Sunday for the
Blessing of the Animals, filling our
sanctuary with barks, meows...and
human smiles. But did you know that
for the past two years we have also
opened our doors to care for animals
each month, in connection with an
innovative veterinary medicine program
called VeTouch?
The new University of MN veterinary
school program came to Hennepin’s
Community Meals ministry, now in its
25th year. It answers a need voiced by
social services organizations such as
Catholic Charities and Simpson housing,
advocating for their clients to keep their
pets, provided there’s a source for
vaccinations and other low-cost health
care to stretch thin budgets.
The University of Minnesota Veterinary
Clinics recognized the need and
approached Hennepin because of its
reputation for caring for all God’s
creatures, especially those less fortunate.
“The U created a non-profit organiza-
health-care powers of attorney? Are
your heirs and charitable causes clearly
listed? Are your gift intentions for
Hennepin Trustees and/or Hennepin
Foundation clearly noted? Do your
plans reflect the most tax-wise approach
for you and your heirs in light of current
tax laws?
A periodic financial planning update
is important for all — from young
families to retirees. To discuss how
Legacy Gifts to Hennepin may be
advantageous, contact Jack Fistler,
Director of Legacy Giving, (612) 435-
1231 or Jack@haumc.org
P.S. — a reminder for those 70 ½ or
older that a direct tax-free gift from your
IRA may be done through the end of
2011.
tion called VeTouch and in partnership
with our Community Meals program
provides free examinations, preventative
medications, and vaccinations for about
20 cats and dogs each month,” said
Carol Jackson, Hennepin’s co-lead of
Community Meals and a co-founder of
the program. “We even have a ferret
once in a while.”
More recently, Hennepin and the
University of Minnesota have provided
the location and expertise to give
aspiring veterinary technicians at local
community colleges hands-on practice
with pets. The students also get valuable
experience in human communication and
training so important in caring for pets.
“This is particularly valuable for our
Community Meals guests, to support
them in being responsible pet owners,”
Jackson added.
With the attention on jobs, housing,
and an increased reliance on social
services from the economic downturn
this Hennepin program provides a valu-
able ministry to prevent low income
families from facing the choice of
abandoning their pets or giving them to
animal shelters because they cannot
afford their pets’ basic needs.
— Page Six —
A RISING HOPE
CYNTHIA ASHLEY,
PARISH NURSE
I awaken each
morning by saying
“Gracious God, thank you
for the gift of today.”
I am able to see most all sunrises and
sunsets which reminds me of the big
rising hope of God. The blooming of
flowers and trees brings new Hope to
my heart. The Lord’s rising from the
tomb brings hope to my soul. Hope is
one of the grieving stages that writer
Elizabeth Kubler Ross explains in her
healing books. Hope is mentioned 130
times in the Bible. Hope is a natural
healing practice that we all can behold.
My hope is that you may find and em-
brace hope today and every day.
As spring approaches, stay tuned
and get ready to join in active summer
prayer walks and bike rides beginning in
June. Also: please plan to participate in
our next THRIVE book study adventure
offered Sundays June 5th and 12th. There
are THRIVE books available to purchase.
Please contact me at 612-435-1310 or
Cynthia@haumc.org for more info.
STEEPLE PEOPLE SURPLUS STORE
Spring is here; at least according to the
calendar. Time to clean out your closets
and your cupboards. We LOVE your
tax-deductible donations. Your stuff has
helped us donate over $685,000 to char-
ity! We are low on jewelry these days —
please consider sorting through your
jewelry box and donating what you
don’t use.
Check out our new furniture blog at
steeplepeoplethrift.blogspot.com.You
can shop our entire furniture inventory,
not just the pieces out on the floor!
The van will return to the church
parking lot starting Sunday May 1. You
can drop off your donations before
or between services. If you have two
or more larger pieces of furniture to
donate, please call Steeple People (612
871-8305) to arrange for a free pickup.
If you are thinking about volunteering,
why not come and visit us? We offer
scheduling flexibility, an entertaining
variety of fun projects, and fantastic
people!
SELECTED EVENTS…
SUNDAY, MAY 1
All Church Worship at
8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM
God’s Children Sing 9:45 AM
Breakfast 10:30 AM
SPSS Recognition Lunch 10:30 AM
Library Board 10:45 AM
Compass 180 Program 11:00 AM
A Hopeful Earth 11:00 AM
God’s Children Sing 11:00 AM
4th & 5th Grade Parents Meeting 11:00 AM
Community Meals 4:45 PM
Soul Café 7:00 PM
MONDAY, MAY 2
UMCOR Refugee Info Session 12:00 PM
Shared Ministry Discussion 1:00 PM
Luke Bible Study 6:00 PM
TUESDAY, MAY 3
India Partnership 11:00 AM
Communications Ministry Team 6:30 PM
Reconciling Committee 6:30 PM
WEDNESDAY, MAY 4
Koinonia Partner Search 11:45 AM
Kjerringsleppets 5:30 PM
Shared Ministry 6:00 PM
Susanna Wesley Circle 7:00 PM
Senior High Girls’ Book Club 7:00 PM
THURSDAY, MAY 5
Thursday Bible Study 11:00 AM
Emma Norton Tea 1:00 PM
Prayer Shawl Ministry 1:30 PM
Labyrinth 3:00 PM
Administrative Council 6:00 PM
Lydia Circle 7:00 PM
Grief Coalition Meeting 7:30 PM
FRIDAY, MAY 6
Alanon 10:00 AM
SUNDAY, MAY 8
Regular Sunday Worship at
8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Sunday School 9:45 AM
Breakfast 10:30 AM
Blood Pressure Screening 10:30 AM
Reconciling Ministries Brunch 10:45 AM
Sanctuary Task Force Presentation 11:00 AM
A Hopeful Earth 11:00 AM
Shared Ministry Discussion 11:00 AM
Hennepin Chime Concert 7:00 PM
MONDAY, MAY 9
Luke Bible Study 6:00 PM
Faith In Action Team 6:30 PM
Job Support Group 7:00 PM
TUESDAY, MAY 10
Children’s Council 6:30 PM
Russia Partnership 6:30 PM
Food Service Committee 6:45 PM
Koinonia Board 7:00 PM
WEDNESDAY, MAY 11
Archives Committee 1:00 PM
Little Kids, Big Fun 5:30 PM
Steeple People Board 5:30 PM
Shared Ministry Discussion 6:00 PM
THURSDAY, MAY 12
Joy Circle 9:00 AM
Peace Through Justice 9:30 AM
Thursday Bible Study 11:00 AM
Labyrinth 3:00 PM
FRIDAY, MAY 13
Alanon 10:00 AM
SATURDAY, MAY 14
Spire Brunch 9:30 AM
SUNDAY, MAY 15
Regular Sunday worship at
8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Sunday School 9:45 AM
Breakfast 10:30 AM
Youth Council Meeting 10:45 AM
Sanctuary Task Force Presentation 11:00 AM
A Hopeful Earth 11:00 AM
Peace Through Justice Forum 11:00 AM
UMW Leadership 11:00 AM
Music at Hennepin: InVocation 4:00 PM
MONDAY, MAY 16
Luke Bible Study 6:00 PM
TUESDAY, MAY 17
Foundation Board 6:00 PM
Dignity Center Steering 6:30 PM
Global Outreach 6:30 PM
Multi Generational Committee 6:30 PM
Finance Committee 7:00 PM
WEDNESDAY, MAY 18
Senior High Girls’ Book Club 7:00 PM
THURSDAY, MAY 19
June !nSpire Deadline 10:00 AM
Thursday Bible Study 11:00 AM
Labyrinth 3:00 PM
Staff Parish Relations 6:00 PM
Shared Ministries 6:00 PM
Peace Through Justice Forum 7:00 PM
FRIDAY, MAY 20
Alanon 10:00 AM
SUNDAY, MAY 22
Regular Sunday worship at
8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Sunday School 9:45 AM
Breakfast 10:30 AM
Sanctuary Task Force Presentation 11:00 AM
Retreat Steering Committee 11:00 AM
Salon se Leve 2:30 PM
MONDAY, MAY 23
Luke Bible Study 6:00 PM
Job Support Group 7:00 PM
Fine Arts Committee 7:00 PM
TUESDAY, MAY 24
Adult Nurture 6:00 PM
WEDNESDAY, MAY 25
Senior Members’ Council 10:00 AM
Haiti Partnership 6:00 PM
Trustees Meeting 7:00 PM
THURSDAY, MAY 26
Labyrinth 3:00 PM
Science and Faith Roundtable 6:30 PM
FRIDAY, MAY 27
Alanon 10:00 AM
SUNDAY, MAY 29
Regular Sunday worship at
8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Sunday School 9:45 AM
Breakfast 10:30 AM
Community Meals 4:45 PM
MONDAY, MAY 30
~ Holiday … Building Closed ~
— Page Seven —
CONSIDER BEING AN ACOLTYE
We’ll provide training and answer your
questions. If interested or curious, call
Becky Monson, 612-239-0551, or Linda
Wilkins, 612-597-6200, co-Captains of
the Acolyte Team.
HELP NEEDED IN LEGAL CLINIC
AT DIGNITY CENTER
The VLN Brief Legal Services Clinic at
the Dignity Center is in need of a Friday
morning legal clinic assistant, 9-noon.
For this non-lawyer position a legal back-
ground is helpful, but not necessary.
The clinic assistant orients the volunteer
lawyer of the day to the clinic, and
assists with file maintenance, client
interviews and services requested by the
attorney. Please contact Muria Kruger
at muriak@yahoo.com or 651-226-0471.
CALENDAR INFORMATION
Please send all calendar corrections
and room requests to Jodi Gustafson at
Jodi@haumc.org or 612-435-1325.
EMMA NORTON TEA
An English Tea to benefit Emma
Norton Services will be held 1:00 PM,
Thursday, May 5 at Hennepin. Reserve
a table with Vivian LaRock at 651-235-
2241 or vivtea@gmail.com.
MUSIC AT HENNEPIN
HENNEPIN CHIME—MAY 8, 7:00 PM
Welcome spring with this annual
concert by one of the region’s best-
known handbell ensembles. Always a
popular event for all ages.
INVOCATION—MAY 15, 4:00 PM
Here is a Minneapolis a cappella
choral ensemble with a purpose: to
offer the gift of song to raise funds for
local charities. “Just as we feel called to
sing, we hope that our music will
inspire each listener to contribute to the
betterment of our communities, our
nation, and our world.” Their music
spans the globe and the centuries: you
just never know what you’ll hear —
but you’ll know that your free will
donation is helping to feed hungry
people. This group features Hennepin
staff Jodi Gustafson and Daniel Pederson.
HennepinChurch.org Nonprofit Org.
Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church U.S. Postage
511 Groveland Avenue PAID
Minneapolis, MN 55403 Permit No. 2906
Minneapolis, MN

Sunday Worship Schedule

May 1 May 29
8:30 AM Communion Service 8:30 AM Communion Service
9:00 AM Sacred Journey 9:00 AM Sacred Journey
9:30 AM Sanctuary - Bruce Robbins, preacher 9:30 AM Sanctuary - Bruce Robbins, preacher
11:00 AM Many Voices 11:00 AM Many Voices
5:00 PM Sunday at 5: A Spiritual Gathering of Recovery 5:00 PM Sunday at 5: A Spiritual Gathering of Recovery
May 8
8:30 AM Communion Service
9:00 AM Sacred Journey
9:30 AM Sanctuary - Leah Rosso, preacher
11:00 AM Many Voices
5:00 PM Sunday at 5: A Spiritual Gathering of Recovery
May 15
8:30 AM Communion Service
9:00 AM Sacred Journey
9:30 AM Sanctuary - Bruce Robbins, preacher
11:00 AM Many Voices
5:00 PM Sunday at 5: A Spiritual Gathering of Recovery
May 22
8:30 AM Communion Service
9:00 AM Sacred Journey
9:30 AM Sanctuary - Bruce Robbins, preacher
11:00 AM Many Voices
5:00 PM Sunday at 5: A Spiritual Gathering of Recovery