Diamond Lake Lutheran
5760 Portland Ave. S. Mpls.
612-866-2579/dllc.org
Sunday Suppers (free)
July 27, 4 p.m. music
5 p.m. dinner
RSVP trust@trustinc.org or
612-827-6159
Book Club-
Third Thursday, 5 p.m.
The Book Club meets each month during the program year at Diamond Lake. Fellowship and food begins at 5 p.m.. The group reads a wide variety of literature and always welcomes new members.
Nokomis Heights Lutheran
Nokomis Heights partners annually with several other churches, as part of the Nokomis Builds group, to volunteer in Habitat activities. This year we will be working on a Rehab Project at 3508 3rd Ave S,, Mpls. Our four workdays in July are:
Mon. 7/21, 8:30 am–3:30 pm
Tues. 7/22, 8:30 am–3:30 pm
Wed. 7/23, 8:30 am–2:30 pm
Thurs. 7/24, 8:30 am–3:30 pm
For more detailed information, please contact Carolyn Deters directly: carolyndeters@hotmail.com
Living Spirit United Methodist Church
4501 Bloomington Ave. S., Mpls. 612-721-5025
livingspiritumc.org
Read Banned Books:
You’re invited to join a small group reading selections from “Read These Banned Books!” This group meets at the Hosmer branch library.
Lakewood Cemetary
3600 Hennepin Ave.
612-822-2171
Lakewoodcemetery.org
Music in the Chapel Series LAAMAR
For full schedule and Ticket information go to; lakewoodcemetery/org/events-calendar/music-in-chapel/
Lakewood Cemetery is launching its first ever Artist in Residence program with 4 amazing artists!
To learn more about the program and see upcoming artists’ projects, visit Lakewood’s website at:
lakewoodcemetery.org
Minnesota Councel of Churches
mcc@mnchurches.org
612-870-3600
Faith communities, noncooperation and civil disobedience
Protect Democracy regularly publishes toolkits for faith communities to defend the pluralist democracy that allows faith to flourish in the United States, highlighting our history of prosocial activism and providing a roadmap for continued engagement in the civic sphere. Find the Faithful Fight toolkit on noncooperation and civil disobedience, as well as other topics.
Cultivating Thriving Supervisory Relationships
July 9, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, St. Paul
Effectively carrying out a supervisor role is more “art” than science. This highly interactive training provides participants with immediately implementable tools and strategies. (via MNCN)
Watch bridging documentary “Purple”
July 27, 10 a.m.
Chatfield United Methodist Church
Bridging organization Resetting the Table brought together strangers from different political perspectives for in-depth conversations about their divides. Learn how by watching “Purple.” Purple was a selection in MCC’s 2023 Empathy Film Series
St. Albert the Great
E. 29th St. and 32nd Ave. S. Mpls.
612-724-3643
saintalbertthegreat.org
Parish Office: 2836 33rd Ave S.
Summer Bingo
Join us for Summer Bingo-Rama on Wednesdays, July 9, 16, and 23. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Cafe 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Summer Family Night
On three Wednesdays this summer, we will host dinner and activities for parents and kids. Summer family nights are the last Wednesday of each month: July 30 and August 27.
American Songbook with Maude Hixson & Rick Carlson
Sunday afternoons, July 20 and Aug. 17, 1:30 p.m., $20.00 at the door.
Ice Cream Social
In front of the church after the 9:30 Mass on August 11. Treats, music and activites for all ages. Tents will provide shade or rain coverage.
Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Community
4537 3rd Ave. S. Mpls.
612-823-8205
2024-2025 Concert Series
Information at www.saintjoanofarc.org/concert-series
Christians Against Christian Nationalism
July 10 at 6:30 p.m.
JJoin us for a discussion with MN Sen. Erin Maye Quade and Rep. Andy Smith on the influence of Christian nationalism at our state legislature this session.
Fix-It Clinic at SJA!
On Saturday, July 12, noon to 3:30 p.m., we invite you to bring small household appliances, clothing, electronics and more to this Hennepin County Fix-It Clinic. You’ll receive free guided assistance to fix your item.
Plymouth Congregation Church
1900 Nicolett Ave.S. Mpls.
(612) 871-7400
Join us at 5:30-7:00 July 30th in Jones Commons for a weekly meal provided by Plymouth, supplemented by potluck items you bring to share! We stay true to the commandment to love our neighbors as ourselves and not turn anyone away regardless of their ability to pay.
Meals are $7 per person, and diners should bring a side dish, dessert, or other potluck dish to share.
Taizé Service
Minnehaha United Methodist Church
3701 E. 50th St., Mpls
With all that is going on around us, it is important to slow down and make sure we are feeding our souls. Take an opportunity for renewal through prayer, song and silence at our monthly Taizé services. You can catch Taizé from your home at
www.minnehaha.org
Welcome refugees by donating household supplies!
The Minnesota Council of Churcheshas welcomed hundreds of new arrivals to Minnesota. We’re looking for your support in creating welcome kits. One easy way to support us is by donating hygiene and household products. We have set up gift registries with Amazon and Target with items included in every welcome kit. If you already have supplies that you are looking to donate, feel free to bring them by our offices, located at 122 Franklin Ave. W., Ste. 100, Mpls. Donation guidelines and links to our wish-lists are available at https://mnchurches.org/ways-help/give-items.
Central Lutheran’s Free Store needs donations!
Restoration Center
333 S. 12th St., Mpls.
The Free Store is a critical community resource that allows guests to shop for what they need at no cost. Items especially needed: blankets, towels, sheets, kitchenware and clothing. Donations accepted from 4th Ave. loading dock, Sunday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Press the call button and someone will come to help you. All donated items should be clean and in good condition.
Questions? Call 612-870-4416.
Messiah Lutheran Church
2400 Park Ave. S. Mpls.
messiahlutheranmpls.org
We have found yet another use for the Messiah Church Van—providing transportation for shopping to anyone needing it! This van service is by reservation—so if you are in need of transportation for shopping, please contact the Messiah Church office at 612-871-8831.
SHARING FOOD
CES Community Emergency Services
Appointment required
1900 11 th. Ave. Mpls.
612-870-1125
info@cesmn.org
Mon- Tues. 1:00-4:00
Wed. 1:00-6:00
Groveland Emergency Food Shelf
1900 Nicollet Ave. Mpls.
612-871-0277
info@grovelandfoodshelf.org
Mon. 9:30-noon; Tues. 3:00-6:00; Wed. 9:30-noon; Thurs. 3:00-6:00; Fri. 9:30-noon
New Creation Baptist Church
1414 E. 48th St., Mpls.
612-825-6933
We’re here to serve you on the first through fourth Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The food shelf has choice shopping. We do require mask, sanitizer and temp check. Be safe and God bless!
facebook.com/NCBCfoodshelf.
Nokomis Heights Lutheran Church
5300 10th Ave. S., Mpls.
612-825-6846
Serving Loaves and Fishes free community meals on Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Free, to-go meals served from side door on 53rd Street. Open to everyone, no questions asked. Whatever your circumstances, you are welcome. You can simply drive or walk up to the church and receive a meal any Wednesday evening between 5 and 6 p.m.
First Nations Kitchen
3044 Longfellow Ave., Mpls.
612-791-1253
First Nations Kitchen, an outreach of All Saints Episcopal Indian Mission, welcomes all to our weekly To Go meals and Produce Give Away every Sunday from 4-5 p.m. outside our building. We cook fresh, organic, indigenous meals and give away organic produce rain or shine. This is a barrier-free food program. To donate or volunteer contact us at director@firstnationskitchen.org or go to our website: https://firstnationskitchen.org.
Minnehaha United Methodist Church
3701 E. 50th St., Mpls.
612-721-6231
The Minnehaha Food Shelf serves food for the hungry on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
We help distribute up to 30,000 pounds of food each month. Please be patient as we continue to improve what we do.
https://www.facebook.com/MinnehahaFoodShelf/
Greater Friendship Missionary Baptist Church and Friendship Community Service
2600 E. 38th St., Mpls.
Food Hub
2nd and 4th Saturdays
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Free food, hygiene products, and some household goods.
Tuesday and Thursday,
1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Please bring ID and wear a mask.
Social distancing guidelines are in place.
Pillsbury United Communities
No appointment needed, bring ID
Waite House
2323 11th Avenue South, Mpls.
612-721-1681
Mon – Fri 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Brian Coyle Center
420 15th Ave.S. Mpls.
612-338-5282
No appointment needed/Bring ID
Mon – Fri 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
CES Community Emergency Services
Appointment required
1900 11 th. Ave. Mpls.
612-870-1125,
info@cesmn.org
Mon – Tues. 1- 4 p.m.
Wed. 1- 6 p.m.
Harvest of the Heart Church of the Incarnation
3817 Pleasant Ave.S. Mpls.
Tuesday-Friday,
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Sat. 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
612-822-2101,
Espanol 612-874-7169
Joyce Uptown Food Shelf
3041 Fremont Ave S. Mpls.
612-825-4431 (for appt.)
and emergency hours.
Shopping
Mon. 10:30-4:45
Tues. 9:30-4:45
Wed. 12:00-4:45
Thurs. 11:00-6:45
Sat./Sun. 9:00-1:45
