Sunday, December 7, 2025
TODAY’S WORSHIP AND PROGRAM

For the Zoom link for Sunday programming, please email office(Replace this parenthesis with the @ sign)minneapolisfriends.org.

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Unprogrammed Meeting for Worship
Zoom host: Lavender J

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM A Light in the Storm
This is an opportunity to discuss joining with ISAIAH, a multi-faith state wide group seeking a multiracial democracy and caring economy, along with communities and people of faith across the state to protect Minnesotans against authoritarianism.
Zoom host: Marilyn J

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Semi-programmed Meeting for Worship
Speaker: Bill Hendricks, Care of meeting: Lolly Lijewski, Musician: Jacque Wiersma
Zoom host: Marilyn J

Children’s First Day School takes place every week in the lower level during 11:15 AM meeting for worship.

12:15 PM – 1:15 PM All-Meeting Potluck
Stay after semi-programmed meeting for worship for friendly food and conversation at the potluck downstairs. New attender or seasoned member – all are welcome whether you brought anything or not! If you brought a dish, please label ingredients so everyone can participate without worry. We have a potluck once a month on first Sundays.

MORE WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AT MFM

Sharing the Spirit, held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning, is a brief centering time that is open to everyone. We gather at approximately 8:57 AM for ten-minute worship (online, cameras off) beginning at 9:02 AM. Click here for zoom link; use ID 859 3925 1575, passcode 251345; or paste the following into your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85939251575?pwd=1aHrNcUclfw3o99kyDnc9nAwzwkYGU.1

HOLD IN THE LIGHT

Please hold Lynnette and Tom W in the light. Lynnette has been having treatment for a recurrence of cancer.

Please hold Cindy A in the light. Cindy is having gallbladder surgery on December 10, and expects to stay in the hospital at least one day.

Please hold the Somali community and others, and their supporters, as our city becomes the unwanted focus of ICE.

TCFM is planning a Memorial Meeting for Richard F to take place on Saturday, January 17 at 2:00 PM at Twin Cities Friends Meeting and on Zoom. Richard died on November 15.

MFM ANNOUNCEMENTS

Next week’s deadline for bulletin announcements is early. Please submit your items for the bulletin by noon Tuesday, December 11. The office manager, Ariel, will be working Monday – Wednesday and out of the office Thursday – Sunday to care for a family member.

There are office supplies available for use in the meetinghouse. You can find them in the drawer under the hallway sink for your convenience.

Individuals who feel led to share a prepared message or a reading during semi-programmed worship are asked to contact Lolly L or other members of Ministry and Counsel Committee (M&C). The committee is also looking for closers for second worship. Serving as a closer is a ministry of service to the meeting.

Need to schedule a Zoom meeting for a committee meeting or Minneapolis Meeting activity? Please send a request, including date, time, and purpose to office(Replace this parenthesis with the @ sign)minneapolisfriends.org to have it set up.

Contributions update: First quarter contributions totaled $26,217, about 19% of our budget. Second quarter contributions totaled $14,549, about 10.5% of the budget. Contributions of $97,567 (70% of the budget) – or $16,261 per month – are needed to meet our budgeted obligations. Thank you, Friends, for your generous financial support of the meeting. There is now a donate tab on MFM’s website (click here). If you would like to set up automatic contributions to the meeting, contact Carolyn V, clerk of Stewardship and Finance Committee.

MFM EVENTS

In addition to the special events listed below, there are ongoing groups in the meeting. Pick up a flyer about these ongoing groups from the information table in the meetinghouse hallway, or email the office to request a copy.

December 14 (hybrid). Meeting for worship with attention to business is held every second Sunday. Participate at the meetinghouse or online next Sunday, December 14 from 9:45 AM – 11:15 AM.

December 21 (hybrid). Caroling Christmas. At mid-morning program on Sunday, December 21 (10:15 AM – 11:00 AM), there will be refreshments and treats generously provided by Welcome and Outreach along with setup and cleanup. (Pitch in and help where you can). The format will be simple for this participatory Christmas mid-morning, anyone who feels like it can call out a carol number and we all play and sing that.

December 29 (in person). Minneapolis Friends participates in Loaves and Fishes. Please come serve a meal to feed the multitude. Prepare a nutritious meal alongside TCFM, Mayim Rabim, and members of the Ismaili community. Monday, December 29 from 2:00 – 6:30 PM, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church (2424 18th Avenue South, Minneapolis). Contact Greg L for details.

WIDER COMMUNITY

In addition to these events, there are many Quaker events held on a regular schedule in the wider community, and national organizations that offer online resources. You can pick up a copy of a flyer about some of these opportunities from the information table in the meetinghouse hallway, or email the office to request a copy.

December 5-6 (in person). FNVW Holiday Fair is bustling with activity at the meetinghouse: Friday, December 5, 1:00 – 9:00 PM, and Saturday, December 6, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Click here for FNVW’s website, where you’ll find more information such as the music schedule (featuring several musicians from MFM!)

TODAY December 7 (in person). Defend Democracy MN Nonviolent Direct Action Training takes place at the Wilder Foundation in St. Paul this afternoon, 1:30 – 5:30 PM. Registration required. Click here for Action Network’s registration page. If you are interested in getting alerts for quick grassroots action, contact Rick or Carolyn V. This is a network Keith Ellison invited folks to join at the last No Kings march.

December 9 (online). Sarah Augustine, a Tewa (Pueblo) activist, author, and Executive Director of the Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery, will offer a message of joy and hope (from a decolonized perspective) for the settler descendants in the MN Repair Communities next Tuesday, December 9, 6:30 PM. Click here to register for the Zoom link. Minneapolis Meeting was a co-sponsor of Sarah Augustine’s visit to Minnesota last spring. For many this is a time of despair. Sarah’s talk will be welcome medicine for our spirits.

December 13 (in person). Calliope Chorus performs “A Peace of This Earth: Solace in a World on Fire” at 4:00 PM on Saturday, December 13. The performance will take place at Spirit of Hope United Methodist Church, 7600 Harold Avenue, Golden Valley. Lina is performing, and members and attenders of Minneapolis Friends Meeting are gathering to attend the concert together. They’ll have a potluck afterwards (address provided after the performance). Need a ride? Contact Bill, who will do his best to coordinate transportation. Tickets are by suggested donation ($20). Click here for Calliope’s website.

December 18 (hybrid). Homeless Memorial March and Service. Every year, hundreds of community members come together to honor the memories of people who died while experiencing homelessness, who were previously homeless, or were advocates. All are welcome to attend on December 18, 4:45 PM at Plymouth Congregational Church, 1900 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis. Click here for details on Simpson Housing Services’ website.

Quaker Voluntary Service (QVS) applications for the 2026-2027 Fellowship. QVS is a full-time service program for young adults aged 21-30. Want to learn more about the program, meet other prospective Fellows, and get help on your application? Click here for QVS’ website, which has more information and lists upcoming virtual informational sessions.

Job opening at Friends School of Minnesota (FSMN): The school is seeking a long-term substitute teacher to teach throughout spring 2026 in a mixed 3rd/4th grade classroom. Applications are due by December 31. FSMN is also accepting applications for a part-time position as the extended day staff member. Click here for the job postings on FSMN’s website.

Volunteer opportunity with Minnesota Council of Churches (MCC): Dedicated volunteers are needed to assist with administrative tasks in MCC’s Immigration Legal Services program. This minimum time commitment for this volunteer position is 20 hours a week. For a description of the volunteer duties and requirements, contact the MFM office.

OFFICE HOURS

The Office Manager, Ariel E, will be in the office Monday, December 8, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday, December 9, 1:00 – 4:00 PM, and Wednesday, December 10, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Is there something you’d like included in upcoming bulletins? This week’s deadline is noon Tuesday (earlier than usual). Please call the office (612-926-6159) or send the information to Ariel by email (office(Replace this parenthesis with the @ sign)minneapolisfriends.org).

The Children and Families Coordinator, Cathy N, is typically in the meetinghouse on Fridays 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. She is also available by phone or email, working remotely, on Wednesdays 2:30 – 5:00 PM and Thursdays 3:30 – 5:00 PM.