Join us for a fun day in the sun as we swim and play at Pavillion at Lemay on Sunday, July 16 from 3:30-5:30pm. The pool closes at 6pm.

This event is perfect for a mid-summer cool down. The aquatic center at the Pavilion at Lemay, features a deep water pool with slide, diving board, diving platform and climbing wall; lap lanes; a wet deck area, lazy river and a tot area with play structure. Open to toddlers up to adults.

Cost:  $4.00 per person (4-12)              (Pay onsite the day of the event)
           $5.00 per person (13-64)
           $4.00 per person (65+)
           Ages 3 years old and younger are free with a paying adult

Meet us at the Muny to see All Shook Up on Friday, July 14. 

As we do a sermon series on Disney Broadway Shows, let's stay in that spirit by going together to the Muny. Set to the hits of the King of Rock and Roll himself, Elvis Presley, this musical will have you dancing in your “Blue Suede Shoes” all night long. Inspired by Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, the music is all Elvis, and the result is a night of hilarious and enchanting 1950s fun. Your ticket entitles you to a back stage tour and the group will have a reserved picnic table. The cost is only $25, so don't miss this great time.

Join us on Tuesday, July 11 as we visit the Missouri History Museum to see the #1 in Civil Rights: The African American Freedom Struggle in St. Louis exhibit. This exhibit examines the local civil rights movement and the city’s leading role in advancing the cause of racial justice. From ground-level activism to groundbreaking court rulings, St. Louis has been front and center in contesting racial inequities.  This will be a tour where we have our own docent so it should be very educational. The cost is only $5, so don't miss out on this amazing opportunity.

Make this one of your Summer Friday Nights!!! This amazing movie based on the best selling book, The Shack, is a must see! We will be watching the movie at Rev. Lillie's house and she will provide snacks.

After suffering a family tragedy, Mack Phillips spirals into a deep depression that causes him to question his innermost beliefs. Facing a crisis of faith, he receives a mysterious letter urging him to an abandoned shack in the Oregon wilderness. Despite his doubts, Mack journeys to the shack and encounters an enigmatic trio of strangers led by a woman named Papa. Through this meeting, Mack finds important truths that will transform his understanding of his tragedy and change his life forever. This will create lively discussion so plan to join us!  Snacks will be provided! Don't delay as the class is limited to the first ten who sign up. The cost is $5.

Once again we will join with other LGBTQ+ Affirming congregations and faith groups on the main stage at Pride STL for an Interfaith Worship Service. We will gather in worship on Sunday morning at 10am, and after worship we will head over to watch or march in the parade!  Let’s be sure MCC is well represented in worship that day!

Note: For those unable to attend the service in the park, Pastor Wes will host a simple, intimate worship service at MCCGSL at 8:30am in the Chapel.

It is important that we support St. Charles in making their Pride Event a big success. Offer to help staff our booth, come and roam around all the tents, or help us make buttons and other things that will be in our booth! Our participation is an ongoing witness to the power of inclusion and liberation! To sign up for a 2-hour volunteer session at our booth, email Pride@mccgsl.org.

EVENT CANCELLED (posted on 6/14/17)

Join us on Friday, June 16 at 6:45pm as we watch a movie in the Chapel at MCCGSL.

A great night for the whole family at MCCGSL! Popcorn and light snacks will be provided. Join us for a larger than life "big screen" movie experience in the chapel. Beanbags and comfy seating will be provided. The cost is free for children and $7 per adult (to help cover costs for snacks). The movie is still to be determined but it will be a great family film.

Every year at the Missouri Botanical Gardens, we enjoy the Whitaker Concert Series, which provides a free evening outdoor concert series featuring an eclectic, wide array of musical performances. It is lawn seating, so be sure to bring chairs or a blanket. Additionally, picnicking is permitted after 5pm, so feel free to pack a picnic or purchase food and beverages on site. (Note that no pets, barbecue grills, or smoking is allowed.) 

This year we will be enjoying music from Gaslight Squares, which is one of St. Louis' premier jazz bands. Music begins at 7:30pm. Come join in the fun!

Join us for our Family Day Carnival on Sunday, June 4 from 11:30am to 2pm on the street behind the church.  

All are invited to join us for our 4th Annual Family Day coming up on June 4! This is an opportunity between Mother's Day and Father's Day on the calendar that we can intentionally CELEBRATE all kinds of families. This event is NOT just for children and families...it is for the ENTIRE church community! The day begins with Worship at 10:30am and then we move outside for the mini carnival and cookout until 2pm. While many of us continue to find meaning in our families of origin, all of us have also created new memories with our family here at church. After all, we always say, "This is a place to call home." 

In our church, we recognize and honor the unique tapestry that each of our families are made up of...from two parent households with children, to single persons who celebrate the impact of lifelong friendships made through their church community, to a couple that has been together for 35 years, and even to a set of grandparents who love to bring their grandkids to worship. We realize that we are all participating in many forms of family. 

We want to celebrate together this year with a "Mini-Carnival and Cookout!" There will be some of your favorite carnival games for kids AND adults too: coke bottle ring toss, frog launch, duck pond, golf putting, plinko, spin and win, and many more! There will be games and prizes for EVERYONE! We will have an adult corner with washers, corn hole and other games available, too. On top of all the games, there will also be great FREE food: 

Molly Miller, American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard Instructor, is teaching this class and certifying participants for only $40. Class is limited to the first 16 signing up, so don't delay!

Are you prepared to save a life? After this training, you’ll be Red Cross certified to administer CPR/AED to someone in need. You’ll also be trained in First Aid for diabetic emergencies, which are the most common type of First Aid crises. These trainings often run up to $110 per person and we’ll be joined by our friends at the Ethical Society of St. Louis, so make sure to register!

Join us for our customized training developed just for our team leaders.

Two times per year we do a training for all our Ministry Team Leaders. In May, we ask our leaders to sign covenants to commit to service for another year. This year, we will also be learning more about how to use our new online community portal that will definitely make leading your ministry easier! Put this on your calendar now! Dinner will be served.

Join us at noon on Memorial Day for swimming party in Wildwood.

Jennie Ragland has graciously offered to host a Swimming Party at her home on Memorial Day. If you haven’t made plans for the holiday, put this on your calendar and enjoy the fun with your church family. Bring your food sides and drinks and we’ll provide meat on the grill! Don’t miss it!

Interested in MCCGSL Membership?

If you have been thinking about becoming a member of MCCGSL or what to learn more about our church, this class is for you! We will explore what MCC believes, the work we feel called to do, and the ways we are interested in your spiritual life. All are welcome and there is no requirement to become a member on completion.

Lunch will be provided.

This is a gathering of adults age 50+ for a time of socialization, great food, and education. Each month a guest presenter is invited to share about topics of importance to mature adults. SAGE provides the main course, and you are asked to bring a side dish to share.

Join us at Joanie's Pizzeria for brunch.

Every month, this is an opportunity to meet new friends and enjoy old ones as share a meal after worship on Sunday.  

As the weather warms up, it will be time to spruce up our grounds by planting greenery and flowers all around. For those of you who have green thumbs or if you are just willing to dig in and help, please put this on your calendar! Bring your gardening tools, and if you have favorite plants or flowers, bring them too!

Join us as we combine appetizers, wine and painting to create a really fun night out with friends. 

Most of us don't see ourselves as artists but this experiences absolutely proves that anyone can do it! Remember, we're taking risks this season so maybe this is your moment to give it a try!!! Everything will be provided so all you have to do is register and get yourself to the site!! See you there! The cost is $45 which includes food, drinks, art supplies and instructor.

Meet us at noon at MCCGSL as we travel together to the Butterfly House in Chesterfield. The cost for Senior (65+) and Kids (3-12) is $5. Kids under 3 are free. All other adults are $8.

The butterfly is a beautiful symbol of change, migration, and transformation. Wonder at the 2,000 tropical butterflies in the conservatory, the butterfly-attracting plants in the garden, the caterpillars and cockroaches at the exhibit hall… and more!

Come Ride with us.

Join the Cycling Club, meet people, be outside, do a health activity and have lots of FUN!  These rides won’t be strenuous, but you need to be in fairly good physical condition. You need to provide a bike, helmet, spare inner tube (in case of a flat) and water to drink. You will be asked to sign a release on the day of each trip.

Location to be announced at later date.

Come join us at Busch Stadium.

It's a new season, and time to cheer on our beloved Cardinals! This is always a great time and we have great seats. Gather up your friends and family and let's go to the ballpark!
Cost: $25

Kenneth Pruitt, Director of Diversity Training at the Diversity Awareness Partnership, is facilitating this class at MCCGSL. The cost for the class is only $10 which includes lunch.

How do we raise kind, inclusive kids, when “just be nice” is no longer specific enough or adequate? Join us for a lunch-and-learn about raising kids to affirm diversity, practice inclusion, and become aware of stereotypes and biases.  This event is brought to us by the acclaimed Diversity Awareness Project, so don’t miss it! Again, consider inviting others from the community!
 

The Network Gathering for our region is meeting April 28-30 (Friday-Sunday) at MCC Omaha.

For the first time in a while, our neighboring MCC churches in other states (Minnesota, Nebraska, Colorado, Missouri, Kansas) will come together to learn, worship and renew old relationships as well as create new ones. MCC Omaha (pictured here) will be hosting the Network Gathering and are known for their amazing hospitality. You are invited to join our pastors in attending this wonderful event with other MCC’s in this region. 

Join us for this important three week book study and conversation at MCCGSL. 

It's not the beginning of a joke! It's the start of one of the most important conversations in today's world! Can you be a committed Christian without having to condemn or convert people of other faiths? Is it possible to affirm other religious traditions without watering down your own? The cost is $15 which includes the book.

Join in this community tradition to learn about sustainable products and services offered by local businesses and organizations, meet area non-profits that share Earth Day values, catch local musical acts and performance art, participate in a number of hands-on educational activities, and enjoy diverse cuisine featuring local, organic, vegetarian, and vegan options. The 2017 Festival will include special features, like yoga classes all day for both adults and children, a rock climbing wall, a pet adoption area, and many more activities for “children” of all ages. Event entry is free; the Earth Day Festival is a welcoming place where all are invited for celebration and learning. Pets are welcome too!

Come Ride with us.

Join the Cycling Club, meet people, be outside, do a health activity and have lots of FUN!  These rides won’t be strenuous, but you need to be in fairly good physical condition. You need to provide a bike, helmet, spare inner tube (in case of a flat) and water to drink. You will be asked to sign a release on the day of each trip.

Location to be announced at later date.

This is a gathering of adults age 50+ for a time of socialization, great food, and education. Each month a guest presenter is invited to share about topics of importance to mature adults. SAGE provides the main course, and you are asked to bring a side dish to share.

Join us for this fun and goofy tradition! Invite your friends, family, and neighbors. Don’t forget to bring your cameras!

This is the most celebrated day of the Christian church year! Easter Sunday reminds us that there is always a new day, a new chance, and new life! It is a day to remember that Jesus proclaimed that life overcomes death, freedom overcomes fear, and love overcomes hate.