Community Calendar
Middle School Gathering
This fall, our middle schoolers have a rhythm of gathering on Wednesdays, about twice a month: one focused on Bible Study, the other on service, learning, and connection. Find dates and more info on Bible study here.
On alternate nights, we’ll switch it up—service projects, game nights, and what we’re calling Experiential Spirituality. Community members will share how they live out their faith through things like meditation, exercise, advocacy, art, nature walks, baking, music... who knows what we’ll discover together!
Unless otherwise noted, all gatherings are at The Table (3501 Aldrich) from 6:30–8:00 pm. Dinner is not provided, but feel free to bring something along—weeknights can be hectic! With any questions, please contact our Pastor of Youth, Marta Smith.
October 29: fall baking and activities AT A LOCAL HOME. Email Marta for the address
November 19: community member shares how they embody their faith
December 17: White Elephant Christmas party
All Saints' Day
All Saints’ Day is a time to remember the people we have loved and lost. At The Table, we dedicate time in our service to remember the names and photos of those who have passed away in the past year.
If you would like us to remember your loved one this All Saints’, please email Patti by October 29 with the following information:
Your name
Their name and relationship to you
Their photo
Sunday Morning Worship
Our Sunday morning worship gatherings follow a rhythm: singing with Christian, hearing from Debbie and the rest of the team, sharing communion, and ending with our community benediction. We’d love to have you join us!
Kids begin the service in their groups (read more about check-in and Table Kids programming here) and return for communion. Communion is served at the front of the church after the sermon. As you’re ready, we invite you to come forward down the left aisle, take a piece of gluten-free bread, dip it into the cup of grape juice, and eat it as you return to your seat.
After the service, we invite you to get a cup of coffee (from Bichota!) and hang out. If it’s your first visit, stop by the Welcome Table in the back of the Sanctuary—we’d love to meet you, share more information, and answer any questions you might have.
If you’re not able to join us in person, we post the sermon to our Recent Messages page the following Monday, or you can listen via your favorite podcast provider.
Community Meal
Our next community meal is on All Saints’ Day, when we’ll stay after service for a good old-fashioned soup supper!
We need folks to sign up after church on Sunday to bring soup, bread, dessert, etc. But if bringing food isn’t in your wheelhouse, consider helping with setup, serving, and/or teardown after the meal!
Women at The Table
Women at The Table gatherings create sacred space where joy is multiplied and community is built. It’s a low-stakes way to get to know others by gathering with other women and connecting over drinks, snacks, and conversation in a smaller group setting.
We start the evening with an introduction question, a devotion, and then someone shares their story.
In November, we gather in a South Minneapolis home. Please RSVP below so we can send you the exact address:
Farewell to Christian Ankrum
After 16 years with The Table, our beloved Christian Ankrum is moving on to a new season. Christian has played quite a few integral roles over the years: bass player, worship leader, videographer, graphic designer and creative director, not to mention the star of the Table men's basketball team!
On Sunday, November 9, we'll celebrate Christian and the entire Ankrum family in service. We’ll have opportunities to express our gratitude and bless him as we send him into what’s next. Please be with us—all are welcome!
Volunteer Safety Training
After service on Sunday, November 9, we’ll host a brief safety training for all volunteers. We’ll do a walkthrough of the building together, and discuss emergency procedures and exit strategies.
It’s important for the continued safety of our community for all volunteers to be present: folks who work with Table Kids, greeters, communion servers, those who set up coffee.
Men at The Table
All guys are welcome to hang out over drinks and food at a local home!
Q/Ts at The Table
Gather with other queer/trans folks for food and conversation in community.
New at The Table
If you’re new or newer to The Table, this gathering is for you! You’ll meet staff, board members, and other community members, hear the story of The Table, learn about ways to get connected. You’ll be able to ask questions and even have a chance to opt-in to membership!*
We’ll meet after church at 11:15am in the lower level of the Center of Belonging. Childcare is available, but please fill out the form below so we can plan for your child(ren):
*If you do decide you’re ready to become a member, there will be a New Member Welcome in service on Sunday, December 7. More details here.
Middle School Bible Study
This fall, our middle schoolers will have a rhythm of gathering on Wednesdays, about twice a month—one focused on Bible Study, the other on service, learning, and connection. Unless otherwise noted, all gatherings are at The Table (3501 Aldrich) from 6:30–8:00 pm. Dinner is not provided, but feel free to bring something along—weeknights can be hectic!
Bible Study Nights begin with sharing about our weeks and playing a game. Then we’ll dig into our church’s benediction (“No matter who you are, or what you’ve done, etc.”) line by line, pairing it with scripture stories and exploring how they connect with students’ lives.
With questions, please reach out to Marta Smith, Pastor of Youth.
Fall Bible Study Dates:
October 1 (“or what you’ve done”)
December 3 (“who you love”)
New Member Welcome
If you call The Table home, but have yet to make it official, now’s your chance - in three easy steps.
Step 1: Fill out the form below.
Step 2: Plan to join us at the next New at The Table on Wednesday, July 16.
Step 3: If you decide you’re ready to become a member, we’ll welcome you in service the very next Sunday, July 20.
*If you attended the last New at The Table gathering in March, just fill out the form below and we’ll welcome you in service on the 20th!
Evening Advent Celebration
Get in the Advent spirit together! This Sunday evening gathering is casual and fun; we’ll sing Christmas carols and enjoy some cookies, plus there will be an Advent craft for the kids! All ages are welcome; no separate kids’ programming.
Christmas Eve Worship
Be with us for Christmas Eve for familiar carols and readings, songs by the kids, a meditation from Justin, and ending with our traditional candlelit singing of Silent Night. There will not be nursery or Table Kids groups, so bring the whole family!
The Table at The Bandshell
Grab your people and your people’s people and join us for worship in the most picturesque spot in Minneapolis: the Lake Harriet Bandshell. We’ll bring chalk for the kids—bring a picnic (or support Bread & Pickle) and stick around afterwards to enjoy lunch together!
Pride Trunk-or-Treat
We want Table families to know about Twin Cities Pride’s Trunk-or-Treat, a fun and safe way for families to enjoy Halloween together, featuring creatively decorated cars, delicious treats, and plenty of community spirit. After worship, head down to Loring Park in costume!
Kids' Halloween Costume Parade
Every year on the Sunday before Halloween, we invite Table Kids (of all ages!) to wear their costumes to church. At the very end of the service, Caitlin and Marta will lead the kids through the Sanctuary in a little costume parade before the benediction. There will also be some candy available for kids after service. We hope you join us for this fun tradition . . . rumor has it Justin might even preach in costume that day!
Table Kids: After School Snack + Chat #3
Families with kids ages Pre-K through 5th grade! Come by a local park for an after-school snack with Table Kids teachers and other friends. This is a great way for all of us to get to know each other—plus be together with other Table families!
Caitlin Schmidt (Director of Kids) and Marta Smith (Pastor of Youth) are hosting three different dates at three different parks:
Monday, October 6 anytime between 4:00-5:30pm at Lyndale Farmstead Park
Friday, October 10 anytime between 4:00-5:30pm at MLK Jr. Park
Wednesday, October 15 anytime between 4:00-5:30pm at Painter Park
Join us for as many days that work for you! Please RSVP below so we can plan for snacks:
Table Kids: After School Snack + Chat #2
Families with kids ages Pre-K through 5th grade! Come by a local park for an after-school snack with Table Kids teachers and other friends. This is a great way for all of us to get to know each other—plus be together with other Table families!
Caitlin Schmidt (Director of Kids) and Marta Smith (Pastor of Youth) are hosting three different dates at three different parks:
Monday, October 6 anytime between 4:00-5:30pm at Lyndale Farmstead Park
Friday, October 10 anytime between 4:00-5:30pm at MLK Jr. Park
Wednesday, October 15 anytime between 4:00-5:30pm at Painter Park
Join us for as many days that work for you! Please RSVP below so we can plan for snacks:
Table Kids: After School Snack + Chat #1
Families with kids ages Pre-K through 5th grade! Come by a local park for an after-school snack with Table Kids teachers and other friends. This is a great way for all of us to get to know each other—plus be together with other Table families!
Caitlin Schmidt (Director of Kids) and Marta Smith (Pastor of Youth) are hosting three different dates at three different parks:
Monday, October 6 anytime between 4:00-5:30pm at Lyndale Farmstead Park
Friday, October 10 anytime between 4:00-5:30pm at MLK Jr. Park
Wednesday, October 15 anytime between 4:00-5:30pm at Painter Park
Join us for as many days that work for you! Please RSVP below so we can plan for snacks:
Film Screening: Screenagers
Our friends at Bethlehem Lutheran Church host an important film screening in partnership with the organization Mental Health Connect.
This film explores researched-based solutions for managing screen time use, setting boundaries and navigating digital challenges for social media, gaming and online exposure with elementary age youth. We’ll watch the video and have a discussion panel.
Dinner is included. Elementary age children encouraged to attend with family members, childcare provided for children younger than 5. No cost, but please register below:
Table Kids Parent Meeting
Calling parents/guardians of Table Kids of all ages!
Please join us for a brief meeting right after the worship service on September 21. We’ll talk about how we can partner together this year, share curriculum and ways to talk about faith at home, and review changes to our check-in, dismissal, and volunteering processes.
Childcare is provided: younger kids (nursery-2nd grade) remain in their age groups upstairs and older kids (3rd-5th) can hang in the gym.
ICE Raid Response Training
This training is hosted by MIRAC (MN Immigrant Rights Action Committee).
The goal of this training is to provide accurate information on what immigration enforcement looks like, and what are the best practices for responding in an organized, effective way, based on MIRAC’s immigrant-led experience. For security reasons, the exact location will be shared with registrants the week of the event. Sign up at the link below:
Fall Kickoff Sunday
Sunday, September 7 marks the beginning of an exciting new season in the life of The Table! Be with us for an incredible morning, starting at 10am:
welcome our new co-lead pastor, Justin Bell
Table Kids programming launches for the year
Block Party after the service: stay for lunch, bouncy house for the kids, yard games, etc. We’re closing off part of the street and we invited all the neighbors!
If you’re able to help make this morning possible, sign up to volunteer below—besides side dishes, we need help to set up, clean up, or serve!
Volunteer to Move the Women’s Prison Book Project
The Table Nursery has the opportunity to move into a larger space upstairs, but before we can do that, we need volunteers to help the Women’s Prison Book Project relocate from that space!
Use the link below to sign up for a 3-hour shift—either packing books, physically moving them downstairs, or unboxing in their new room. With questions, contact Dana from WPBP.
No Worship: Labor Day Weekend
We won’t be meeting for worship on Labor Day Weekend. We’ll see you next weekend (September 8) for our fall kickoff!
Prayer Vigil for Annunciation Catholic School
Together with Fabric Church, we gather tonight for a time of prayer, lament, grief, and community. If you need to not be alone tonight, come to church.
Additionally, there is a public vigil planned for 8pm at Lynnhurst Park hosted by Moms Demand Action—we’ll time our gathering so you can make it over to Lynnhurst if you choose.
Volunteer with The Park Place
Every August, we work with our actual neighbor The Park Place to get backpacks and school supplies to Latine kids in the Powderhorn neighborhood. Thanks to your generosity, we surpassed our goal with 65 backpacks!
Still want to help? Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers are needed on Sunday, August 24 in a few different ways:
Right after church Sunday, help load the backpacks into Park Place’s vehicles (about 10-15 mins; no need to RSVP)
Help set up the event from 2-3pm at Powderhorn Rec Center (2-3 people needed).
Assist with the event itself from 3:00-6:30pm at the Powderhorn Park Rec Center. Roles include managing bouncy house/outdoor activities, check-in and check-out with backpacks/supplies (4-6 volunteers needed).
If you can help, please let Chloe know by Saturday night; she’ll give the list of volunteers to Park Place: