Please contact the hub on 03 9846 2012 to confirm the most current information relating to our groups and activities
Events
Apr 22, 2025
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
Apr 22, 2025
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
Apr 22, 2025
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…
Apr 23, 2025
Social Justice Action Group
The Group meets to promote social justice issues in our church and wider community. We aim to raise awareness and encourage actions in issues such as indigenous rights and reconciliation, asylum seekers and refugees, climate change and environment, gambling, overseas aid, homelessness and affordable housing. Contact Bill on 03 9846 2012; info@manninghamuc.org
Apr 25, 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…
Apr 27, 2025
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…
Apr 28, 2025
MUC Knitters
Ladies with a common interest in knitting come together to create warm garments and soft toys for newly arrived refugees and asylum seekers and enjoy afternoon tea together. This will be a time to share what you have been knitting and to hear about a new opportunity to help Aboriginal people in palliative care. Everyone is welcome to attend, knitter or not! Can’t attend, but are a keen knitter? Or have an abundance of wool? Feel free to download the…
Apr 28, 2025
Men’s Social Tennis
A group of tennis has-beens meet for very social tennis on alternate Monday evenings.We play for a couple of hours before retiring for round-table conversation and refreshments. Transport can be arranged if required. We welcome new participants, skill level unimportant, although superstars may be handicapped. Contact Bob on 03 9846 2012; info@manninghamuc.org
May 1, 2025
MUC Connections – Supporting refugees and people seeking asylum
MUC Connections is a group of people whose members encourage one another to connect with, support and advocate for refugees and people seeking asylum. Activities include speakers, petitions, organising food and toy drives; making up toiletry packs to give to newly arrived refugees, activities to raise awareness, and fundraising for organisations that support people seeking asylum. It provides an opportunity to connect with, advocate for and support people seeking asylum and those from a refugee background. Meetings start at 7:30…
May 2, 2025
Dementia Support Group
Manningham now has an opportunity to support those in our community suffering from a form of dementia. The Redgum Café located in the Manningham Uniting Church and Community Centre, in Wood Street Templestowe, has been accredited by Dementia Australia as being “Dementia Friendly.” The Redgum Café has established an accessible and safe environment for people with dementia and their carers and families, with staff having successfully undertaken training to help people with a dementia diagnosis to enjoy a normal social…