Upcoming Events at Good Samaritan

Food Truck Party—where we will be On a Roll with God! This party includes exciting new music, amazing science, creative crafts, fun recreation, and memorable Bible stories that will help children turn to God for all they need and join God in providing for the needs of others. Participants: 3yr old to 4th grade. Volunteer Staff: 5th grade to Adult  Dates June 27 to June 30th (Yes!  A 4 day VBS!)

REGISTER FOR VBS NOW

The Afternoon Book Group will be on Thursday, May 12th at 1:00 pm in the Fireside Room

ASP Update – We are beginning to plan an ASP trip to Appalachia in June of 2023. Stay tuned for more information.

Facilitated by Nikki Holm, via Zoom.
Contact Nikki@good.org for information or to register.

Good Samaritan’s adult bell choir performs monthly at Sunday Worship Services in addition to playing in festivals and concerts throughout the Twin Cities.

Learn More: Contact Kate Graber at Kate@good.org

Open to any adult who loves to sing. This choir provides weekly music at most Sunday services. This is a friendly, supportive group where you will be accepted and in addition, your faith will be nurtured.

Sunday School (Date, Lesson, Teach)

2022-06-05, Oscar Romero, Jan

The Compassion Collective: a gathering of Good Samaritans seeking restoration through practicing vulnerability, self-care, and self-compassion meets on the third Friday of every month from 3:30-4:45pm.  There is no need to register or sign-up, however, if you would like to be kept proactively informed, feel free to contact nikki@good.org.

9th graders are invited to participate in a 9-month Confirmation program as an intentional journey; digging deeper into the Christian faith, their understanding and relationship with God, and what it means to live out the vows of Christian discipleship in their everyday lives.

Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) is a Christian, non-profit organization that provides nutritionally complete meals specifically formulated for malnourished children in more than 70 countries.

Edina Coalition for Grief Support Spring Series at Good Sam UMC: 

Good Sam is now hosting the Edina Coalition for Grief Support’s short-term program for adults who are experiencing grief due to the death of a loved one. Per their description, the focus of this series is on education and group support in a safe and confidential environment. The Spring Series will be held Thursdays April 7-June 23rd, 2022 from 4:30-6:00pm (no meetings April 14, May 26, and June 30). For more information explore: www.edinagriefsupport.org or contact: info@edinagriefsupport.org or Bonnie Cool at 612-382-6504.

This is Good Samaritan’s contemporary music ensemble. This group presents a variety of original songs as well as familiar covers. In addition to performing monthly during a Sunday Worship Service, Homeward Bound also performs at other venues in the community.

Learn More: Contact Brad Carlin at Good Samaritan Homeward Bound

Join join from 8:30-10am for good conversation and fellowship. We meet in the Good Samaritan Scout room. Park in the lower level parking lot and enter the  Scout room located on the ground floor, right side of the building.

Come & join this fun group of men for good food, discussion and laughter.

Contact: Dean Adams

Join us as we recognize our Graduating Students.

Serve MSP is a day camp for youth in grades 7-12. At Serve MSP, youth (and adult leaders) will spend time volunteering with service partners that work to support and advocate for the marginalized and those in need in the Twin Cities area. Each day includes time to learn through experiential elements and from community speakers and leaders about topics rooted in social justice.

Calling all Knitters, Quilters and Embroiderers! Work on personal projects while enjoying the company of others

Contact: Carol

Bible Study meets every Tuesday morning at 9:30 in the Fireside Room between the second week in September through the first week in May.  Visitors and new members (men and women) are more than welcome.  To be on the safe side we invite those attending to bring their own snacks and drinks.

*Associated with UMW (United Methodist Women)

The large, light-filled, and welcoming nursery is staffed by professional childcare workers. Your child can enjoy the nursery while you enrich your soul and mind in worship. The Nursery is on the upper level, steps from our sanctuary.

Parents participate in collaborative planning of children’s programs and volunteer to assist or lead many of the special activities offered for children and their families. The children’s council offers a fun way to meet other parents and serve the children’s ministry at Good Samaritan!

Want to Help Out?

Contact Jan@good.org to learn more!

Due to COVID-19 we are not currently meeting on a regular basis.

Meet other young Good Sam people for fellowship and thoughtful faith discussion while experiencing different pubs in the Metro area.

Contact: jan@good.org

Students learn through activities and discussion how faith impacts our understanding and response to current events.

Sunday School Starting Fall 2022, 10:15am

Bringing back the old school coffee fellowship on Sundays only with a virtual twist! Join members of the mission team and friends for Zoom Coffee Fellowship on Sundays from 10:45am – 11:30am. All are welcome!

Click the link below on Sunday at 10:45AM to join.
https://zoom.us/j/98133711893?pwd=MC91NmlwS1E3MlhHajhjTDFpTFhiZz09
Passcode: GoodSam

Rather dial in by phone? Call +1 312-626-6799. Meeting ID is 98133711893. Numeric Passcode is 4618633