In this ever changing COVID environment, we are endeavouring to keep groups and activities up to date. Some groups have altered how they gather, some have switched to zoom, others are connecting through other methods. Please contact the hub on 03 9846 2012 to confirm the most current information relating to our groups and activities
April 2023
Events
Mar 24, 2023
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
Mar 24, 2023
Playgroup
Mondays Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays during school terms “It has been invaluable to us and I’m sure many people would benefit from coming along”. Kate Playgroup is for Pre-school children from 0 – 5 yrs and their parents, grandparents and carers. It provides opportunities for carers to share and engage with their child(ren) through play. Our indoor play area has many things for kids such as a climbing frame, puzzles, a home corner, dress-ups, puppets, trains, cars, duplo etc. There…
Mar 24, 2023
English Conversation Classes
Is English your second or additional language? You are invited to practise your English with volunteer tutors from Manningham Uniting Church in a free weekly class. All levels, from beginners to more advanced are welcome. All sessions will be carried out in a Covid safe manner. For more information: Tricia or Marion on 03 03 9846 2012; info@manninghamuc.org
Mar 26, 2023
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…
Mar 26, 2023
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.
Mar 26, 2023
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…
Mar 27, 2023
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…
Mar 27, 2023
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
Mar 28, 2023
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 1, 2023
Café Church (Worship)
We worship together with a discussion on all aspects of daily living and current issues (not necessarily religious ones). Occasionally the topics are challenging which promotes lively and thoughtful conversation. Hospitality is about seeing Jesus in ordinary people. Others in the group are all encouraged to lead the discussion if they wish. All are welcome any time to drop in. What is Café Church – find out more here Contact Sharon on 03 9846 2012; info@manninghamuc.org
Apr 3, 2023
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
Apr 6, 2023
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…
Apr 6, 2023
Maundy Thursday
Do you know the celebration of Maundy Thursday goes back at least to the fourth century, when pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem are known to have marked the Last Supper and other events of passion week with special services at holy sites? As the idea of such passion week celebrations spread to other areas, various local rites and customs were incorporated into the Maundy Thursday celebration. Doubtless the best-known of these customs is foot washing, an old monastic exercise…
Apr 7, 2023
Good Friday Service
On Good Friday we will hear the story of Jesus and listen for our own story in that story. As we tell the story from the Gospel of Mark, members of the congregation will read scripted reflections on the theme, expanding the role of various people of the story, and connecting it to ours. It will be a reflective service as we observe the commemoration of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. From the early days of Christianity, Good Friday was observed…
Apr 9, 2023
Easter Sunday
A typical Easter worship service is often a bit chaotic. Family members who have been away may be home for the holiday. People who rarely worship may come to church for the sake of tradition. The Easter story itself may seem all too familiar, yet Christians all over the world will gather to celebrate the risen Christ on Easter Sunday. No preacher can make a listener believe that the dead rise. But God can and does work through the Easter…
Apr 16, 2023
Emerging Church (Worship)
Emerging Church is an opportunity for followers of Jesus to explore our relationship with the Mystery that is God – the God that inspired Jesus’ life and teachings. Another term used for our approach is Progressive Christianity. But, we prefer Emerging as it describes an evolution to different ways of experiencing God. This worship time differs from the other service formats offered at Manningham Uniting Church and Community Centre and many other Christian services. Through a variety of music genres…
Apr 19, 2023
Stepping out walkers
A walking group that has been going for 20 years. Perhaps we do not walk as far these days but we enjoy getting together monthly, supporting each other and our walks are always finished at a Café with coffee. Walks in a different location each month, in parks or walking tracks around the suburbs of Melbourne. Meet in the carpark at the Manningham Uniting Church & Community Centre New walkers are welcome. Contact Carol or Faye on 03 9846 2012; info@manninghamuc.org
Apr 27, 2023
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 Tony on 03 9846 2012; info@manninghamuc.org
Apr 30, 2023
Together@10
Combining the whole congregation on the fifth Sunday when it occurs and on special occasions. Together@10 services are held in the Auditorium.
May 6, 2023
MUC presents… Velvetones
MUC Presents begins 2023 with the four vibrant, versatile, vivacious fabulous women who are the Velvetones! The Velvetones launched onto the Australian music scene in 2018 and quickly established themselves as one of the country’s leading a cappella ensembles. They performed to sell-out audiences and received glowing reviews following appearances at the Melbourne International Singers Festival, Adelaide Fringe Festival, Voices in Paradise (QLD), and Hobart Festival of Voices where they have been festival favourites for several years running. Come along…