Please contact the hub on 03 9846 2012 to confirm the most current information relating to our groups and activities
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Events
Dec 9 – 21, 2024
Advent Labyrinth
A labyrinth will be set up in the auditorium from Monday December 9 through to Saturday December 21. All are welcome to come, to pause: to read a story of a cobbler: to explore the words “For unto us a child is born”. To wonder at Mary’s song “My soul magnifies the Lord.” To sit with people singing carols about angels and shepherds. To drop a small pebble in a dish of water. To sit in silence. To listen. Can…
Dec 22, 2024
Choir
The choir leads the singing for the Fellowship@10 Sunday services and often sings a piece relevant to the theme of the service. Most times the piece is rehearsed only on the day of the service and so choir members can walk up to the rehearsal. Besides the regular choir members, other choristers are welcome to join for single services as/when they are able. At Easter and Christmas and sometimes other special occasions, additional rehearsals are arranged. Choir members are advised…
Dec 22, 2024
Fellowship@10 (worship)
This worship service is a relaxed traditional style service led by one of our ministers assisted by lay participants. The music emphasis is on traditional hymns accompanied by the organ but also includes more modern hymns and contemporary songs. A choir practises at 9.15am prior to the service and often contributes to the worship. This service takes place at 10am each Sunday in The Chapel. Holy Communion is held monthly generally on the first Sunday of each month.
Dec 22, 2024
Family@10 (Worship)
Family@10 is a modern worship service which is informal and relaxed, singing contemporary songs accompanied by a band. Worship teams led by a minister plan and lead the worship. Sometimes there are discussions. This service takes place in The Auditorium. There are a number of families attending and there is a program for children, Kids Church, which runs alongside the worship. This service also takes place each Sunday at 10.00am. Holy Communion is held monthly generally on the fourth Sunday…
Dec 22, 2024
KidsChurch (worship)
KidsChurch focuses on developing young people into faithful and community minded adults. During the Family@10 service they meet together to play games, make crafts, sing songs and explore what it means to be a follower of Jesus. Young people begin worship with their families at 10am and then leave the auditorium part way through the service. They then rejoin the adults for shared morning tea and community time at the conclusion of the service. The young people are grouped according…
Dec 23, 2024
Explorers Study Group
Explorers is a discussion group which explores a variety of topics with a Progressive Christianity emphasis. We have a shared leadership with all members freely joining in the discussion. We use books, DVDs, current articles to stimulate discussion. We welcome new members. Our usual format is tea/coffee at 7.30 pm and discussion from 8 till 9.30pm. Contact Zoe or Gwyn 03 03 9846 2012; info@manninghamuc.org
Dec 24, 2024
Ladies Thyme
MUC ladies and friends come together to enjoy a coffee/tea and a weekly catch-up. Special Birthdays are celebrated and the ladies support each other in times of need. They also collect loose change for the ‘Porridge Pot’ which is sent to Malawi, Africa to support the Mphatso Children’s Foundation. Contact Helen or Elaine on 03 03 9846 2012; info@manninghamuc.org
Dec 24, 2024
Tuesday Mens’ Coffee Group – The Grumpies
This is a very informal group of retired men that meets at the Redgum cafe every Tuesday to enjoy the coffee and try to solve the world’s problems, so far without any success. The Grumpies draw from a group of about twenty-five and attendances range between eight and fifteen. The focus is purely social based on coffee and conversation. The Group is welcomes all MUC men and friends and we would be pleased to see some new faces. Contact Geoff…
Dec 24, 2024
Christmas Eve
A relaxed family-friendly worship experience to celebrate the birth of Jesus. With carol singing, story-telling and inclusive fun activities. Worship service at 5 pm followed by Pizza dinner at 6pm. RSVP’s appreciated with numbers for catering purposes More information info@manninghamuc.org; 9846 2012
Dec 25, 2024
Christmas Day
A worship service for the whole family. With carol singing, readings and reflections to recognise and celebrate the birth of Jesus. More information: info@manninghamuc.org; 9846 2012
Dec 27, 2024
Early Morning Walking Group
Come and join us for a friendly walk in the park, alongside the river. Breathe in the fresh air, smell the bush, hear the songs of the birds and maybe even meet some of the local residents – kangaroos. rabbits, tawny frogmouth families, ducks, ibis, lorikeets, maybe even a sleepy wombat. What a great way to start your day! Contact Jan on 03 03 9846 2012; info@manninghamuc.org
Dec 29, 2024
Combined Service – Spirituality of Community
We know that there are Stages of Personal Faith. Are there similar Stages of Community Making? What might they be and how can we draw them into our Christian life together. This series will look at practical spirituality for community. Join us to share, learn and re-focus our efforts as a MUC community of faith as we embark on 2025. 29 December: Labyrinth The labyrinth experience to reminds us that in the baby Jesus God is with us…After too much…
Jan 3, 2025
Catch your breath
What is CYB? Catch Your Breath is a friendship group for neurodiverse young people and an expression of hospitality offered by Manningham Uniting Church. RSVP appreciated but not required. Let us know your coming by submitting the form Why is it called ‘Catch Your Breath’? The phrase ‘catch your breath’ commonly refers to the act of slowing down to enable you to breath normally after a period of intense physical exertion. Likewise, we live in a fast-paced world, bombarded…