Our Men’s Bible Study group will be starting a study of the book Jonah, Joel, and Amos on Saturday June 2nd at 8:30am.
If you’re interested in participating, just show up to Park Avenue Church at 8:30am this Saturday!
Healing Damaged Emotions
May 25, 2012 By
Summer 2012
Intergenerational Sunday Seminars
Healing Damaged Emotions
Emotions greatly influence how we live our lives. They are a gift from God, provided so we can enjoy life and relate to others, but how we express them determines whether they are beneficial or detrimental. Either we control them, or they control us. Come out for engaging, thoughtful, biblically based discussion on emotions that hinder us in living victoriously in Christ.
Age appropriate, separate discussion will also be provided for elementary age students.
When: Sunday mornings at 9am (Schedule of topics below)
Where: Dining Room (Lower Level) of Park Avenue United Methodist Church
Questions: Rev. Cynthia Williams: Cynthiawilliams@parkavechurch.org or 612-825-6863 x551
June 3 Victory over Anxiety Led by Bryan Berg
June 10 Victory over Loneliness Led by Wanda Classen
June 17 Missionaries Greg and Kathy Saracoff share on God at Work in Tijuana
June 24 Victory over Fear Led by Paul Reeth
July 1 No seminar due to holiday weekend
July 8 Victory over Rejection Led by Steven Belton
July 15 No seminar – Mission Sunday
July 22 Victory over Anger Led by Renay Dossman
July 29 Victory over Guilt Led by Sabrina Walker
ZUMBA! Saturday mornings at Park Avenue Church
May 16, 2012 By
Park Avenue UMC Congregational Care and Life Committee has been sponsoring Zumba every Saturday morning from 10-11am? This class was started as a result of the 2 Health Fairs that were held on Sunday mornings in the Gathering Room in 2010. The committee wanted to continue the theme of taking care of our Body/Mind/Spirit.
WHAT IS ZUMBA? Zumba is a fun class of dance moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active participant, as well as those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays the same are all the elements the Zumba Fitness-Party is known for: the zesty Latin music, like salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton; the exhilarating, easy-to-follow moves. It’s a dance-fitness class that feels friendly, and most of all, FUN. Certified Instructor: Emilia Campos
WHO: ADULTS AND YOUNG ADULTS – ALL WELCOME! Open to men & women.
WHERE: Park Avenue UMC, 3400 Park Ave. Minneapolis – Come in around the back through the parking lot entrance.
WHEN: 10-11:00am on Saturdays
COST: $3 fee per class; pay as you go!
WHAT TO WEAR? Comfortable, modest/appropriate clothing and shoes, bring your own water bottle
CHILDCARE - $2 per child – $5 FOR FAMILY OF 3KIDS
QUESTIONS: Linda Tate 612-825-6864, x567 lindatate@parkavechurch.org
Renewing Our Strength group
May 16, 2012 By
Renewing Our Strength
Wednesdays
May 23, 30, June 6 and June 13
6:30pm – 8:00pm
A Safe and Communal Space For Parents & Grandparents of Children who have lost their way.
Facilitated by Rev. Ken Krahn
Renewing our Strength is a support for parents and grandparents of children who are struggling with addiction, incarceration, gang involvement and poor life choices. Our focus is not so much on the children, but the impact on you as parents and grandparents. In our sharing and coming together, the hope is that we will draw strength that will help us with spiritual restoration and reconnection. Due to the nature of the group we will not be admitting new members after May 23.
Sessions will be held in the Nursery Quiet Room – Main Level
To sign up: call the main office at 612-825-6863 or email kenkrahn@parkavechurch.org
Urban Camp at Silver Birch Ranch
May 8, 2012 By
What: A week of horses, tubing, archery, worship, study, crafts, and adventure with your friends from Park.
Who: Students who finished: 3rd, 4th or 5th grades
When: Aug 4- 10, 2012
Where: Silver Birch Ranch near the Nicolet National Forrest in Wisconsin
Your Responsibility
Financial: The full cost for the week at camp plus transportation is $500. Financial assistance and fundraising opportunities will be available but you will be responsible for some portion of the cost.
Application: Application forms must be turned in to the Church Office by May 20. Spaces are very limited. Applicants will be notified June 1.
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Preparation: All campers and parents are to attend a pre-trip meeting and service project.
Middle School Canoe Trip
April 26, 2012 By
Who: Students who finished: 6th, 7th & 8th grades
When: Aug 6-11, 2012
Where: With Camp Amnicon on a winding Wisconsin River
What: A week of canoeing and camping with fellowship, open skies and all of God’s creation.
Your Responsibility:
Financial: The full cost for the trip is $400. Financial assistance and fundraising opportunities will be available but you will be responsible for some portion of the cost.
Application: Turn in a completed REGISTRATION FORM in the Church Office by June 1 with $100 to reserve your space.
Preparation: All campers are to attend a pre-trip meeting and service project in June. Camp Amnicon requires all campers to complete a health form and to have had a physical with a physician with in the last 24 months.
Anyone not able to provide the deposit amount or attend the pre-trip meeting needs to speak directly with Beth Motz (612.229.5237 motz.bethany@gmail.com) or Katie Matson-Daley (612-825-6864 x519 katiematson@parkavechurch.org)
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Taste of Africa: Imagine No Malaria Fundraising Event
April 10, 2012 By
Come enjoy treats from across Africa cooked by our own mothers, aunties and friends! Taste African foods, Experience African cultures, Learn about Malaria’s impact on children and mothers across the continent and what the UMC is doing about it through the Imagine No Malaria campaign!
This event is sponsored by our own Middle School Ministry and their Wednesday night “Truth and Dares” group.
When: April 21st @ 6pm
Where: Dining Room (Lower Level)
Cost: Suggested Donation of $10
Contact: Katie Matson-Daley katiematson@parkavechurch.org 612-825-6864 ext. 519
The VIP’s Are Going To Russia!
April 3, 2012 By
Join your VIP friends on Saturday, April 14 to tour the Russian Art Museum at 5500 Stevens Ave in Minneapolis! 
The cost is $7/person.
Join us at Park Avenue at 12:30 PM to carpool or meet us at the museum at 12:55 PM for a 1:00 PM tour. They
do have an elevator. The collection is Russian paintings from 1950′s – 1980′s as well as a featured Russian artist who presently lives in St. Paul. We will meet after the tour at Curran’s for pie!
Please sign up in the hallway after church or call Terri at 612-825-4688 so she can let the museum & Currans know how many to expect. Call or signup by Monday, April 9!
2012 Easter Services: Celebrating the Resurrection
April 3, 2012 By
Park Avenue UMC is happy to offer two Easter services this Sunday:
7:00am with Bishop Sally Dyck
Resident Bishop of Minnesota Annual Conference
United Methodist Church
10:00am with Pastor Dennis Oglesby
Park Avenue United Methodist Church
Take 35W towards south Minneapolis. Exit on 35th/36th Street. Go east on 36th Street (it’s one-way). Travel for about 7 blocks to Park Avenue (also one-way). Turn left (north). The church is two blocks down on the left (west) side of the street.
There is some parking on the street and limited parking behind the church. Folks are encouraged to Park The Lot on 34th and Chicago (two short blocks east, see map). Parking in the lot is free.
