Transform Lives Together: Discover the Ministries at FUMC!
Food Pantry and Bread Basket
The FUMC Food Pantry partners with the Flint Hills Breadbasket and is a ministry that provides food for families in the Manhattan area, including Manhattan, St. George, Ogden, Riley, and Leonardville.
The FUMC pantry provides individuals and families with basic food for a week. Beneficiaries receive a variety of food staples with quantities based on family size. No referral is necessary from the Flint Hills Breadbasket.
Thanks to the many volunteers, we’re open every Wednesday from 9:00-11:30 am at 621 Humboldt Street in the Alan Lee Center. Volunteers and donations are always welcome. Contact Karen Cole for more information.
Shepherd's Crossing
Shepherd’s Crossing is almost entirely dependent upon its wonderful volunteers, who can choose the area to support that best fits their talents or interests. Talents needed include office assistance and basic operations, creative newsletter writers and editors, and loving counselors.
Thrive!
Thrive! is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the mission of reducing poverty by building skills and relationships that strengthen families and individuals.
Our vision is to alleviate generational poverty in our community. Thrive! operates very differently from other nonprofits. We invite you to find out more about our long-term “walk with me” approach that pairs individuals in poverty — Leaders — with people who want to help fight the stressors of poverty — Allies.
United Methodist Men
This group provides an opportunity to develop strategies and resources in order that all United Methodist Men may realize their primary purpose of bringing men to Jesus Christ and enabling them to grow in knowledge of His grace. Contact us for more info.
United Women in Faith
“We believe love in action can change the world. Act boldly and join us today!!”
We seek to connect and nurture women through Christian spiritual formation, leadership development, creative fellowship, and education so that they can inspire, influence and impact local and global communities.
Contact us for more info, email: UWF@fumcmanhattan.com
Geezers
Shepherd's Crossing
Lydia
Food Pantry
Faithlinks:
Looking for meaningful conversation and connection? Faithlinks is a welcoming class centered on Bible-based studies that explore how Scripture speaks into everyday life. Each session begins with a short video to spark thoughtful discussion, making it easy to engage, whether you love to share or simply listen and reflect. Participants create a warm, supportive environment where life experience enriches the conversation. The class meets each Sunday morning in the Church Library, a comfortable, relaxed space perfect for learning and connection. Conversations often focus on how biblical teachings shape our daily decisions, relationships, and faith journeys. Class members value the opportunity to learn from one another, offering encouragement and perspective through shared experiences and thoughtful discussion. It is a space where questions are welcomed and faith continues to grow. If you’re looking to grow in faith while building genuine relationships, Faithlinks would love to welcome you.
Rooted Parents:
Rooted Parents is a Sunday School class for parents in every stage of life—from expectant and new parents to those raising school-aged children, teenagers, and even adult children. We meet in The Link each Sunday (except the first Sunday of the month) from 10 to 10:45 a.m. during the discipleship hour. This class offers a space for encouragement, honest conversation, and growing in faith together. We begin with fellowship, then move into Scripture, guided discussion, and practical take-home applications, ending in prayer. After a six-week journey through Ecclesiastes—learning to trust God in every season—we’ll soon begin a new series on 1 Corinthians 13, focusing on what truly matters in our homes and how love shapes the legacy we leave.
Open Door:
Open Door is a welcoming, Scripture-based class for adults ages 70 and up who are seeking continued growth in faith and meaningful connection with others. With a strong foundation in God’s Word, this class offers a steady and thoughtful approach to discipleship in a supportive community. Each Sunday, the group gathers to explore a printed Sunday School curriculum, using it as a guide for engaging, discussion-based learning. Conversations are rich with insight, life experience, and a shared desire to better understand Scripture and its relevance for today. The class meets in Classroom 1 and 2 (in the basement) and offers a friendly, relaxed environment where everyone is encouraged to participate, reflect, and grow together in faith. If you’re looking for a place to connect, learn, and be encouraged, Open Door is always open to you.
Seekers:
Seekers is a group who are passionate about growing in faith and building meaningful friendships. At the core of this class is a strong sense of fellowship, where connection and conversation are just as important as study. Each week, the class explores Scripture using the United Methodist Lectionary, taking time to understand the historical context and how those passages speak into our lives today. Sessions often include a short video for added insight, along with thoughtful discussion that allows everyone to learn from one another’s experiences. The class also draws from John Wesley’s teachings, helping connect faith to our Methodist roots. By exploring the culture, setting, and people within each passage, the group works to better understand both the original message and its meaning for today. Members are encouraged to ask questions, share perspectives, and reflect on how God is at work in their daily lives. This shared learning environment helps deepen understanding, strengthen faith, and build lasting connections within the class. Seekers meets Sundays at 10:00 AM on the third floor of the Education Center in the last classroom on the left. If you’re looking for a place to grow in faith, ask questions, and connect with others, Seekers would love to welcome you.