Create!
Jan
4
to Oct 3

Create!

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Too often, it seems, we’re just too busy to stop and play. We’re too stressed to experience the calming nature of creating something with our own hands or to finally finish that project started a while ago! It’s time to indulge our creative spirit.

Let’s come together weekly and enjoy a leisurely Saturday morning where we work on our favorite projects, encourage others in their crafts, and make new friends in the process. Like the old-fashioned sewing circle, this will be a great time to create cool things, work on whatever creative project we have going, color, scrapbook, mend, knit... and connect with each other about all kinds of things going on in our lives.


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Tea with the Vicars
Jan
7
to May 18

Tea with the Vicars

Gather with Pastor Lauren, Pastor Eli, or Pastor Adrienne on Zoom on Tuesday mornings for an hour-long conversation with a rotating focus drawing on various topics like themes from Sunday worship, community events, or major headlines in the news. This informal, weekly gathering is open to all regardless of how often one can come.

Come with questions, ideas, reflections or just ready to engage with Pastor Lauren.

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Monthly Book Club
Jan
13
to Dec 14

Monthly Book Club

Come together to read and reflect on the moral, ethical, and spiritual undertones in some of the most popular books in our culture. On the second Monday of every month, this group will come together having read that month’s book. This group meets online using Zoom. Click on the link below to get on the email list for connection details. 

Join us as we discuss these thought provoking novels.

The dates of future meetings and books (if available) are listed below:

July: Cloud Cuckoo Land - Anthony Doerr

August: How Does That Make You Feel, Magda Ecklund

September: The Red Tent, Anita Diamant

October: Herod, Zora Neale Hurston

November: All the Colors of the Dark - Chris Whitaker

December: Psalm for the Wild Built - Becky Chambers

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Choir!
Jan
23
to Jan 22

Choir!

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MCCGSL has an adult choir that meets each Thursday evening from 7:00 to 8:30 pm in the main sanctuary space.  The choir provides special music during worship, concerts at Christmas and other special events.

If you have any questions about participating you may call the church office at 314.361.3221

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Talk With Your Neighbor
May
12
to Dec 29

Talk With Your Neighbor

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Our spiritual development happens during our synchronous and asynchronous rituals. Many of us have found that our connection to the divine deepens in “pickup conversations” with friends, loved ones, even strangers. On this page, you will find asynchronous resources, conversation starters, suggested contemplative practices, etc. to have talk with loved ones.

Suggestion: Invite a friend and/or loved one to have a conversation about your mediations during any of our current series. Chat over coffee, tea, another beverage, a meal, a walk, over the phone or online. See where the conversation takes you and your loved one. Invite the Holy Spirit to that space.

Join the “Talk With Your Neighbor” Group to share your reflections from conversations. When you sign up, you will also receive weekly practices for you to engage by yourself, too.

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Summer Rugged Spirituality
Jul
12
to Sep 1

Summer Rugged Spirituality

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Join Pastor Eli and Professor Scott, as we again take to the trails around St. Louis. Each week, we will hike about 3 miles as we worship on the trails.

Please bring water, snacks for yourself, and wear appropriate attire. We encourage long pants and long sleeves. All hikes are subject to change depending on weather, hiking conditions, and the desired activity level of the group, so make sure you sign up below to receive details! 

Hikes: 

July 12th - Forest Park with Lunch at the Boat House

July 26th - Bike Trip along the Greenway to Rockwell Beer Garden

August 9th - Johnson Shut-ins Swim Day!

August 23rd - TBA

September 1st - Labor Day Weekend Float Trip

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Chants and Cheers!
Jul
29
7:30 PM19:30

Chants and Cheers!

Raise your voice and your glass! Join us at Urban Chestnut Brewery for an evening of well-loved hymns and chants.

Gather around the table for a time of music, joy, and fellowship – a space where every voice is welcome and every emotion has room to be held. Whether you come with joy, sorrow, gratitude, or hope, we’ll sing together. We can't wait to share this moment with you.

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General Conference Debrief and Celebration!
Aug
3
12:30 PM12:30

General Conference Debrief and Celebration!

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Join us on August 3rd, after Sunday Service, for General Conference Presentation to hear more about what we learned. Also, for a celebration for Rev. Lauren, who won the Profiles of Courage Award; Pastor Eli, who is approved for Ordination; and Cheryl, who won the JoNee Shelton Lay Leader Award.

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Lunch to Celebrate Eddie
Aug
10
12:30 PM12:30

Lunch to Celebrate Eddie

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Let's remember Eddie together! Eddie's sister, Deb, will also be in attendance.

We will honor our Beloved Eddie de’Leal with a lunch and shared memories after service on August 10. Eddie’s Lunch will be served potluck style.

Please RSVP below to help with food planning.

You are also welcome to sign up below to bring a side dish.

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Black Pride!
Aug
16
12:00 PM12:00

Black Pride!

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Join us for the Black Pride 2025 on Saturday, Aug 16 from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. at our Vendor Booth!

We will still give out our MCCGSL buttons, so talk to Jonathan Columbo about helping out with making the many buttons needed for this awesome annual event. 

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Night at the Zoo!
Aug
29
10:30 AM10:30

Night at the Zoo!

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Join us for a Night at the Zoo!! There will be live entertainment and a variety of drink tasting sessions around the zoo. There will also be complimentary rides on the Conservation Carousel and Zooline Railroad! Note that you should purchase your ticket soon, as they sell out quickly!

Night at the Zoo is August 22nd from 6-9 pm.
General admission is $40 dollars and if you are a member, it is $30.

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Night at the Muny: Evita!
Jul
22
6:00 PM18:00

Night at the Muny: Evita!

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What's it like BACK STAGE? Let's find out together!! Meet friends from MCCGSL for a backstage tour of the Muny at 6:00 p.m. and stay for EVITA at 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22.

Evita charts Eva Perón’s meteoric rise to political “sainthood.” The celebrated musical unfolds against a backdrop of political strife in Argentina from 1934 to 1952, following Eva’s journey from ambitious actor to first lady before her untimely death at age 33.

DID YOU KNOW: The Muny is the country’s oldest, largest outdoor musical theatre — and a great destination for an evening of fun and memory making

We were able to get special group pricing of $35 for Terrace B seats but we need to buy the tickets by July 8. So buy your ticket today!

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MCC at Pride!
Jun
29
10:00 AM10:00

MCC at Pride!

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Our worship service will NOT BE in our Sanctuary on Sunday, June 29. INSTEAD it will be on the PRIDE FESTIVAL GROUNDS at 10:00 a.m. (see map below).

We hope you will join us for an ecumenical worship service on the Main Stage on the Pride Festival Grounds at 10 a.m. this coming Sunday. We will be marching in the Pride Parade at Noon, right after service! You are also welcome to join us for the March!

For those wishing to attend the church service, please enter through the back security gate, located behind the main stage, at Pine and Tucker Gate 1 (see map below). This will be the only gate you will be allowed through. You will check in with the security volunteer at the gate and mention the church service, and you will be directed to the front of the stage. You will receive a temporary wristband to indicate that you are attending the church service only. After the service, you will exit the same way. If you are marching in the Parade, you will not need a ticket either.

We hope to livestream the Pride Service in the park at mccgsl.org/live or on our Facebook page.

Other Options for worship include:

  • Attending service with the CUCC congregation in their Sanctuary for worship at 9:00 a.m.

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Flamy Grant
Jun
25
7:00 PM19:00

Flamy Grant

Award-winning and billboard-charting artist Flamy Grant is a shame-slaying, hip-swaying, singing-songwriting drag queen from western North Carolina.

A powerhouse vocalist and intrepid songwriter who blends country, folk, gospel, and roots music, Flamy delivers a theatrical, therapeutic, and wholly original storytelling experience, all shared through the evocative art of drag.

Join us on Wednesday June 25th at 7:00 p.m. to listen to and support Flamy Grant!

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Meet MCC!
Jun
22
12:30 PM12:30

Meet MCC!

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If you have been attending for a while, want to learn more about our church, or have been thinking about becoming a member of our church, this class is for you!

You will "Meet MCC," by learning about our mission, vision, history, values, justice work, and more! It is also a chance to meet the Pastors and have them get to know you! All are welcome!

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Gateway to Pride
Jun
21
2:00 PM14:00

Gateway to Pride

LGBTQIA+ people have been part of St. Louis from the beginning. But until recently, their lives, struggles, and contributions have often been overlooked. In Gateway to Pride, the Missouri History Museum will present the first-ever full-scale exhibit on St. Louis’s fascinating and powerfully relevant LGBTQIA+ history. Join us on Saturday, June 21 as we enjoy the exhibit. The exhibit is free.

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SLSO Community Concert  Juneteenth Concert   featuring   IN UNISON Young Artists
Jun
19
7:00 PM19:00

SLSO Community Concert Juneteenth Concert featuring IN UNISON Young Artists

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Join us for a celebration of culture and community at this special Juneteenth concert featuring the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra's IN UNISON Young Artists.

Experience a moving evening of spirituals, gospel music, and inspirational songs with poetry by Maya Angelou, Amanda Gorman, James Baldwin, and Langston Hughes.

All are welcome to attend this concert which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and honors the rich legacy of Black creative expression.

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Queer Film Fest! 1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted Culture
Jun
1
2:00 PM14:00

Queer Film Fest! 1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted Culture

Join us at the Hi Pointe Theatre on June 1st at 2:00pm to watch the documentary 1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted Culture.

As part of QFest, an annual celebration of LGBTQ+ cinema, we’re showing this film as an opportunity for different religious groups to come together to not only watch the film, but to engage in a post-film discussion moderated by Rev. Lauren Bennett, Lead Pastor at Metropolitan Community Church of Greater Saint Louis.

Tickets are 15 dollars a person, or 10 dollars for groups of 10+

Movie Synopsis: Seeking to uncover the origins of the rabid homophobia of the conservative church, a gay seminary scholar and a straight activist make a shocking discovery: In 1946 an erroneous translation of the term homosexual in the Bible that has been weaponized against the LGBTQIA+ community ever since.

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LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence Awareness Day Memorial
May
28
6:00 PM18:00

LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence Awareness Day Memorial

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Please join us as we honor those from the LGBTQIA+ community who have lost their life to domestic violence and for those who have survived. STLAVP is grateful to Metropolitan Community Church of Greater St. Louis for hosting this event. Additional details to come about the memorial

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ALTBALL 2025: RINGLEADER
May
15
6:30 PM18:30

ALTBALL 2025: RINGLEADER

For over 35 years, DOORWAYS has provided emergency housing and supportive services for individuals living with HIV in St. Louis and across Missouri and Illinois. Each year DOORWAYS’ programs serve over 3,500 clients facing homelessness and poverty with wrap-around services to stabilize and rebuild their lives.

ALTBALL celebrates the strength, resilience and beauty of this community—demonstrating what’s possible when everyone is free to be and express themselves at the height of their potential. Join for an unforgettable night of creativity, competition and special performances.

All proceeds to benefit the mission and programs of DOORWAYS—which improves the quality of life of people affected by HIV, illness, and poverty, advancing their stability and well-being through housing, health, and empowerment services.

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Queer Film Fest!
May
13
9:30 PM21:30

Queer Film Fest!

Join us at the High Point to watch 1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted A Culture on Sunday, June 1 at 2:00 p.m. Afterwards, Rev. Lauren Bennett will be on a panel to discuss the film.

Synopsis of the film:
The mystery of how theology, history, culture, and politics led to a biblical mistranslation, the man who tried to stop it, and the academic crusade of the LGBTQIA+ Christian community driven to discover the truth.

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Conclave Discussion
May
13
6:30 PM18:30

Conclave Discussion

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Thank you to all who came to the Conclave watch party!

We are also setting up a time on May 13th at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom only to discuss the movie and perhaps discuss who our new Pope is. If you didn't make it to the watch party, you can watch it within the next week and join us next Tuesday to talk about it. All are welcome! 

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MCCGSL Spring Camping Trip!
May
9
to May 11

MCCGSL Spring Camping Trip!

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Are you interested in camping with us? We are heading to Coopers Landing on May 9-11th!

There are traditional camping spots and Camper/RV spots still available! Don't have any equipment? No problem! We will make sure that everyone has what they need. If you have any questions, please reach out to Pastor Eli.

Sign-up here if you would like to go camping with us!

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Chants and Cheers!
Apr
29
7:30 PM19:30

Chants and Cheers!

Raise your voice and your glass! Join us at Urban Chestnut Brewery for an evening of well-loved hymns and chants.

Gather around the table for a time of music, joy, and fellowship – a space where every voice is welcome and every emotion has room to be held. Whether you come with joy, sorrow, gratitude, or hope, we’ll sing together. We can't wait to share this moment with you.

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Saint Louis Women's Chorale: Where We Find Ourselves
Apr
26
7:30 PM19:30

Saint Louis Women's Chorale: Where We Find Ourselves

If you could only have one photo taken of you in your entire lifetime, what would you wear? Our regional premiere of Where We Find Ourselves is a mesmerizing multi-media work that shines a light on the unique circumstances found in Durham, North Carolina in the early 1900s. This thought-provoking work interweaves choral music with Hugh Mangum’s turn-of-the-century portraits, revealing a poignant tapestry of ordinary individuals whose stories still resonate today.

Complementing this centerpiece, you’ll also enjoy lively fiddle tunes and beloved folk favorites from icons like Joni Mitchell and James Taylor. These timeless songs share a deep sense of community and authenticity—music rooted in the lives of everyday people, just like the images featured in Where We Find Ourselves. From toe-tapping rhythms to haunting harmonies, every moment converges into a rich blend of sound and imagery.

Come discover where we all find ourselves in this one-of-a-kind journey through history, art, and the power of collective voices.

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Celtic Easter
Apr
19
6:30 PM18:30

Celtic Easter

Join us at House of Figs to usher in the Easter Spirit! There will be a potluck at 6:30 p.m. and a service at 7:30 p.m.

In the quiet of the night, we’ll come together to embrace the promise that new beginnings can emerge from seasons of darkness and death.

Bring a chair or something to sit on as we gather around the fire pit to celebrate the Risen Christ with song, prayer, and communion.

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Maundy Thursday Dinner Church!
Apr
17
6:30 PM18:30

Maundy Thursday Dinner Church!

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Join us for this onsite only Maundy Dinner Church Service in the downstairs (yes, we have an elevator) Fellowship Hall at 6:30 p.m.

We will celebrate the gift of the Last Supper while we break bread together.

The church will provide dinner for everyone, so please RSVP by clicking below so we are sure to have enough food for everyone!

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MCCGSL Trivia Night
Apr
5
6:00 PM18:00

MCCGSL Trivia Night

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Trivia Night 2025 Coming Up Soon!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Saturday, April 5th is MCCGSL Trivia Night!

REGISTER YOUR TEAM! So, get your team together!

LIVE AUCTION and GOLDEN TICKET! We have a great lineup of live auction items and we will offer a Golden Ticket Raffle, like we did last year.

Email your questions info@mccgsl.org

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR

PRESENTING SPONSORS:

BEVAN AND JAN!

AND TO OUR RAINBOW SPONSORS

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Trans Day of Visibility Service
Apr
1
7:00 PM19:00

Trans Day of Visibility Service

Monday, April 1, at 7:00 PM at 5020 Waterman Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108

Central Reform Congregation, Metropolitan Community Church of Greater St. Louis and MaTovu are proud to host an Interfaith Service for Trans Day of Visibility. We will bring together people of all faiths to celebrate, affirm, and uplift the transgender and nonbinary community.

Trans Day of Visibility is a time to recognize the strength, resilience, and contributions of transgender individuals while advocating for equality and justice. Through prayer, reflection, and community, this gathering will be an opportunity to stand in solidarity, support, and love.

All are welcome to attend this meaningful evening of unity and affirmation.

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Chants and Cheers!
Mar
25
7:30 PM19:30

Chants and Cheers!

Raise your voice and your glass! Join us at Urban Chestnut Brewery for an evening of well-loved hymns and chants sung in good company. Gather around the table for a time of music, joy, and fellowship – a space where every voice is welcome, and every emotion has room to be held. Whether you come with joy, sorrow, gratitude, or hope, we’ll sing together. We can't wait to share this moment with you.

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Firm Foundation: A Building Vision Summit
Mar
22
9:00 AM09:00

Firm Foundation: A Building Vision Summit

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Join our Building Team for a Building Vision Summit to discuss

  • Our theology of building ownership,

  • Our vision for building use,

  • To understand the landscape of entering into ownership of our current building

  • Thanks to the amazing generosity of CUCC who is offering it to us at no cost

  • And to think a bit about other options in the case we discern building ownership is not something we want to enter into at this time.

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Trans Visibility in History: The Trans Soldiers of the Civil War
Mar
18
6:00 PM18:00

Trans Visibility in History: The Trans Soldiers of the Civil War

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Tuesdays, March 11 & 18 at 6:00pm
Via Zoom 
Led by Professor Scott Angus

This two-part course explores the stories and lives of two transmen, Albert J. D. Cashier and Lyons Wakeman. Both served in the Civil War and were buried with honors as men. Professor Angus will uncover how these trans soldiers navigated their identities both in their personal and professional lives. This research by Professor Angus proves that the US Government recognized Trans Soldiers before identity policy came into fashion

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Actual Adults Adulting
Mar
16
3:00 PM15:00

Actual Adults Adulting

Our Working Professionals (or Actual Adults Adulting) group is going to Pieces Board Game Bar and Cafe in St. Louis today March 16th from 3 - 5pm. Come when you can, stay as long as you want, and leave when you need to! 

Here is their new location: 2727 S. 12th Street, South Soulard

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