* Contact Pastor Donna if you'd like to learn more. Free busing is provided from Bridgewater and Greenvale; walking escort from Spring Creek.
Welcome Jane Dagher! She'll be joining us as a children & youth intern.
Special Offering for Human Relations Day
Human Relations Day is one of six churchwide Special Sundays designated to support ministries and causes important to the entire United Methodist Church. This day invites congregations to strengthen communities, especially those facing poverty, injustice, or lack of opportunity. Inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of the “beloved community.” Human Relations Day calls us to build relationships rooted in dignity, equity, and love. To make a special offering, please contact the church office.
Playtime for Toddlers Tuesdays beginning January 13th, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am for preschool and younger children: join us for Playtime in the gym! Large muscle toys and space to run for littles who have wintertime wiggles - through Tuesday March 10th.
Indoor walking at the Northfield United Methodist Church
January 6 - March 19 1:30-4:00 pm
Need a place to get your steps in while the weather outside is still frightful? Our Methodist Mile is a 7 lap route you can walk (please no running!) inside our church facility. Just follow the route signs!
Your Identity in Creation (Ecological Identity) February 1 Tim Goodwin will facilitate this series, basing it on his reflection, writings and teaching experience, integrating science and spirituality.
Hope for Creation Curriculum February 4 & 11 Climate care study and discussion of the year-long pilot project on climate change with materials from Tim Eberhart, will be offered in the library on Wednesday evenings at 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday Hope for Creation Study/Action Group on Selected Wednesdays, 6:15 p.m. As part of the year-long focus on climate issues through the Hope for Creation Pilot Project, the Creation Care Group will also offer Wednesday discussions on some Wednesdays to discuss short articles by environmentalists and theologians (from the Hope for Creation curriculum). Articles will be distributed at Sunday adult formation classes before the Wednesday group meets. We will usually meet in the church library.
Wednesday, February 4 Discussion: "The Paradise of God: Renewing Religion in an Ecological Age" excerpt by Norman Wirzba, facilitated by Amy Allin
Wednesday, February 11 Discussion: "Selected Writings on the Earth Community" by Thomas Berry, ed. by Tucker and Grim, facilitation by a Creation Care Group leader
Climate Action This Week Avoid animal products from factory farms. In addition to being unspeakably cruel, these farms are public health hazards and pollute the land, air, and water. Choose pasture raised animals and eggs from pasture raised chickens. The United Methodist Social Principles speak to this issue.
Northfield UMC Youth Group (current grades 6-12) NUMC Youth Group includes time for fun and recreation, community building games and activities, a mini-lesson to help our young people connect to God in everyday moments, and time for supporting and celebrating each other through our highs and lows.
Youth Group is Wednesdays from 6:30-8pm unless otherwise noted.
February Youth Group
February 4: Weird and Wonderful Explore some weird Bible stories and discover how all of our weirdness is part of God's amazing creation.
February 11: Fun and Games Learn a new game, plus play some youth group favorites, plus time to share out with the group.
February 18: Ash Wednesday Worship Service & Art Reflections Attend the Service together. Youth group will meet immediately after following for a time of reflection and art-making.
February 25: Can't We All Just Get Along How do we navigate the difficult times we are living in and what Jesus teaches us about friendship.
Special February Winter Outing We are working on an outdoor outing (skiing/tubing type outing for February). Check your email for updates.
Youth Scripture Readers The 2nd Sunday of the Month we ask for a youth to read Scripture during the 9:30am worship service. This is a great opportunity to connect with our church family, practice public speaking, and volunteer for our church. Please email or text Kristen if you would like to sign up for the following Sundays:
February 8
March 8
April 12
May 10
Confirmation Northfield UMC’s Confirmation program “From Belonging to Grace” starts on Sunday, February 8 at 10:45am. Youth (and their parent or guardian) in grades 9-12 who are interested in participating should attend our first session, “Belonging” on Feb 8. If you are unable to attend on February 8, there will be a make-up session on Wednesday, Feb 11 at 6pm. Confirmation will meet one Sunday morning and one Wednesday evening per month Feb-May and then Sept-Nov, with Confirmation Sunday in November. There will be at least one session during the Summer plus local service projects. For more info or to register, please email Kristen at youth@northfieldumc.org.
Inclement Weather Reminder NUMC programs follow the Northfield Public Schools School Closure - if school is canceled on a Wednesday, then all afternoon/evening children and youth programs are canceled for that day.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sundays
9:30am – Worship 10:30am – Coffee in Fellowship Hall
Monday, February 2: United Women in Faith Room #120
Tuesday, February 3: Women’s Bible Study 9:00am, Room #120
Tuesday, February 3: Playtime for Toddlers 10:00-11:30am, Gym
Tuesday, February 3: Methodist Mile Walking 1:30-4:00pm
Wednesday, February 4: Super Wednesday
Thursday, February 5: Methodist Mile Walking 1:30-4:00pm
Friday, February 6: Men’s Breakfast 8:00am, Fellowship Hall
Super Wednesday Meal Menus
February 4
Super Bowl Super Wednesday, Brats and Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, Nachos, Vegetable Tray, Ice Cream Bars
February 11
Chicken Marinara with Noodles, Caesar Salad, Mixed Vegetables, Bread, Ice Cream and Treats
February 18
Mac and Cheese with Ham, Broccoli, Green Salad, French Bread, Valentine Cookies and Ice Cream
February 25
Chili with a Toppings Bar, Garlic Bread, Salad Bar, Ice Cream and Treats
Care Team Prayer List
Please pray for the following folks in the week ahead.
Hold the family and friends of Judy Hofer in prayer. Judy died on December 31, 2025. A Celebration of Life Service was held Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00 pm at Oak Meadows Senior Living, 8131 4th St. N., Oakdale, MN 55128. Read Judy's obituary here.
Please note that we cannot add anyone's name without their express permission, so if you would like prayer on another person's behalf, we need to have confirmation of their willingness to be included on this public list.
Church Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday, 8:00-noon
NUMC News Contact
If you wish to have a church announcement added to the weekly NUMC News email messages please email the information to the church office at northfieldumc@gmail.com.
Support the ministries of Northfield United Methodist Church
Worship in person or online You can worship in person or online. Worship begins at 9:30am Sundays. To worship online with your church family: Find the link to the livestream OR archived worship services here: www.northfieldumc.org Watch the livestream at http://northfieldmethodist.online.church The livestreamed service will also be available on the live link for the NUMC Youtube channel. Super Wednesdays! Next: February 25 Fun, Faith & Food (snack) – K–5th Grade – 3:30–5:30 pm* Community Meal...
Worship in person or online You can worship in person or online. Worship begins at 9:30am Sundays. To worship online with your church family: Find the link to the livestream OR archived worship services here: www.northfieldumc.org Watch the livestream at http://northfieldmethodist.online.church The livestreamed service will also be available on the live link for the NUMC Youtube channel. Super Wednesdays! Next: February 18 Fun, Faith & Food (snack) – K–5th Grade – 3:30–5:30 pm* Community Meal...
Worship in person or online You can worship in person or online. Worship begins at 9:30am Sundays. To worship online with your church family: Find the link to the livestream OR archived worship services here: www.northfieldumc.org Watch the livestream at http://northfieldmethodist.online.church The livestreamed service will also be available on the live link for the NUMC Youtube channel. Super Wednesdays! Next: February 11 Fun, Faith & Food (snack) – K–5th Grade – 3:30–5:30 pm* Community Meal...
