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:
Job Openings
Northfield United Methodist Church is seeking a part-time Children’s Ministries Director/Coordinator (10–15 hours/week) to help nurture the faith and community life of children in an inclusive, intergenerational congregation.
Community Art Exhibit – Share Your Creativity
You’re invited to bring your creativity to Northfield UMC this June. We welcome a wide range of artistic expressions—painting, drawing, stained glass, mosaics, quilting, and more.
Artwork may be dropped off in the church office anytime after May 20 and will be displayed throughout the month.
Come share what brings you joy—and help fill our space with beauty, imagination, and inspiration.
Pub Theology is in partnership with the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Northfield.
Camp Minnesota offers cutting edge summer camp experiences for all ages and interests, high quality space for retreats, meetings and conferences, delicious meal service, and warm hospitality. Contact Pastor Donna for information about camperships.
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VBS 2026: Snowball Mountain Challenge
Pre-K, August 3–6, 9:00–11:00 am, St. John’s ELCA
This is a collaborative VBS sponsored by St. John's, Bethel, St. Peter's, Emmaus & NUMC.
Watch for details
Good Earth Village Day Camp
For those completing K–5, August 3–6, 8:45 am–3:00 pm, Bethel ELCA $70/camper, with scholarships available (email Pastor Donna).
This is a collaborative Day Camp sponsored by St. John's, Bethel, St. Peter's, Emmaus & NUMC.
Summer Meet-Ups
Watch for simple, family-friendly gatherings at the pool and softball park (dates TBD)—easy ways to stay connected through the summer.
Preparing for Pride in the Park
Members of the congregation did a great job assembling the pinwheels on Sunday.
Pride in the Park - Volunteers Needed
NUMC will have a booth at Pride in the Park on Saturday, June 6, 12:00-4:00 pm. We are in need of the following volunteers:
Set up: 11:00 am - 2-4 people (with a pickup) to haul the canopy, table, 4 chairs, tote bins with supplies from the church and set it up at the event.
Noon-2 pm - Sit at the table and hand out pin wheels: 2-4 people
2-4 pm - Sit at the table and hand out pin wheels: 2-4 people
Tear down: 4:00 pm 2-4 people with a pickup to pack everything up and return it to the church. If you are able to help please sign up on the sheet at the Welcome Desk.
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.
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:
May 27: No Youth Group (High School Choir Concert at NMS)
June 3: Finals Break! (6:30-8pm)
Take a break from finals! We will finish the blankets and then enjoy ice cream treats.
Senior Sunday - June 7
Deadline Extended to Monday, May 25
We will celebrate our High School Seniors on Sunday, June 7 during the 9:30am worship. We would also love for our Seniors to have a role in worship that morning. If your HS Senior plans to participate in Senior Sunday, please email Kristen at youth@northfieldumc.org by Monday, May 25 In your email, please include the Senior's full name, plans for the Fall (college name, travel, Rotary Study abroad, gap year, etc), and attach 6-8 pictures including a baby picture, senior picture, pictures that include church life (confirmation, Christmas pageant, etc) and a few pictures that highlight the Senior's activities and/or travels. There will be a Cake Reception in the Fellowship Hall immediately following worship.
HS Senior Scholarship Award
NUMC high school seniors are eligible for a special college scholarship program through the church. Please email youth@northfieldumc.org for the application and more information.
Summer Youth Group
Youth Group will continue to meet approximately 2 times per month for outings, games, and special events. To sign-up for the Youth Group text reminder group, please text Kristen at (507) 676-3600. To be added to the youth email list, please email youth@northfieldumc.org.
NUMC Youth Group is for all youth in 6-12 grades. We meet Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8pm plus special outings and events. New youth are always welcome and encouraged to attend! For more information email youth@northfieldumc.org or text Kristen at 507-676-3600.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sundays
9:30am – Worship
10:30am – Coffee in Fellowship Hall
10:30am – Adult Faith Formation
The Church office will be closed Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th
Tuesday, May 26: Women’s Bible Study
9:00am, Room 120
Wednesday, May 27: Mission Sewing
9:00am, Room #120
Friday, May 29: Men’s Breakfast
8:00am, Fellowship Hall
Church Softball Schedule
May 31, 6:00 pm, Babcock, NUMC vs Cornerstone
June 7, 6:00 pm, Sechler 2, NUMC vs Life 21
June 14, 7:10 pm, Sechler 1, NUMC vs St. Dominic White
June 14, 8:20 pm, Sechler 1, NUMC vs River Valley
June 21, 6:00 pm, Sechler 1, NUMC vs Hosanna
June 28, 8:20 pm, Sechler 1, NUMC vs St. Dominic Johnnys
July 12, 6:00 pm, Babcock, NUMC vs Bethel
July 19, 6:00 pm, Sechler 1, NUMC vs Emmaus
July 26, 6:00 pm, Sechler 2, NUMC vs Canvas
Aug. 2, 6:00 pm, Sechler 2, NUMC vs Nfld Community Church
Care Team Prayer List
- Please hold the family of Mary Goertz in prayer. Mary passed away on April 21. There will be a memorial service on Friday, June 5 at 11:00 am (with visitation before and luncheon after.) Please hold her family and friends in prayer during this tender time. Read Mary's obituary here.
- Please hold Paul Thornton in prayer.
- Please hold Robert Moore in prayer.
- Please hold Carl Caskey in prayer.
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
The Church office will be closed Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th
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.
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Northfield United
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1401 Maple St
Northfield, MN 55057
www.northfieldumc.org
(507) 645-5689
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