Normal Heights United Methodist Church

Young Adult Group
2026-06-03 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-01 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Our Young Adult group is a dedicated space for those in their 20s and 30s to connect, learn together, and have fun! The group meets regularly on the first Wednesday of the month, and the third Sunday of the month. They also have a monthly social or volunteer opportunity! If you have any questions or want to join, please email group leaders Shannon (shan.herrmann@gmail.com), Ian (ian.bush96@gmail.com), or Jacob (jacobwilson858@gmail.com).

Faith On Tap
2026-06-04 18:30 - 20:00
Faith on Tap is our casual monthly theology discussion held in a local home or backyard. This month our discussion question is…
“How do we live faithfully in a world of violence?”
Feel free to bring a beverage or snack to share and if you have any questions, contact Brent@NHUnited.org.

Queer Small Group
2026-06-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-16 19:00 - 21:00
This care group brings together LGBTQ+ folks of all genders and journeys for twice-monthly gatherings (1st & 3rd Thurs) centered on friendship, spiritual reflection, and community care. Reach out to Cameron Byrd to learn more Cameron@CameronByrd.me

Spiritual Direction 101
2026-06-07 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-06-14 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-06-28 09:30 - 10:30
We have a new three part group series in June, led by Kristi Kincheloe in the Social Hall. All are invited to participate, and there’s no book to purchase. We ask that you sign up online to receive weekly reading selections that we’ll be discussing. The group will meet on Sunday, June 7, 14, & 28th (skipping Father’s Day 7/21).
In a world that bombards us with content & opinions, spiritual direction is a time to pay attention to what is happening in us, and for our stories to be heard and held with prayerful attention.
Join spiritual director Kristi Kincheloe for three informational sessions that will explore:

What is Spiritual Direction?
What skills & perspectives help us companion each other well in Christian community?
One model for Group Spiritual Direction.

In a perfect world, spiritual direction is what we would all offer each other.

Kristi’s own experience of receiving spiritual direction continues to be a transformative aspect of her life. She has been studying and offering spiritual direction since 2020. Kristi holds an MA in Educational Ministries from Wheaton College, a Graduate Certificate in Contemplative Spiritual Direction from Mount Saint Mary’s University, a Certificate in Group Spiritual Direction from Stillpoint, is a Facilitator in Training in The Compassion Practice with Beloved Compassion Network, and is currently pursuing a Certificate from the Center for Engaged Compassion in Compassion-Based Spiritual Direction using Internal Family Systems. Kristi also provides retreat facilitation and contemplative practices. Kristi’s takes great joy in providing opportunities for people to deepen their connection with the Sacred.

Lunch Social
2026-06-07 12:00, 2026-07-05 12:00
Join us for a pop-up lunch social at Blind Lady Ale House this Sunday! Right after church, we’ll walk two blocks over to enjoy some great food & beverages while spending time together. At Blind Lady, they let people seat themselves at long picnic tables, so don’t worry about who you’re sitting with or reservations.
They have a kid-friendly environment and great pizza, salads, frites, sodas, and ales. They support many local charities year-round, which makes their food taste even better! We hope you can join us after worship this Sunday!

Kids Ministry Families: Ice Cream Social & Swim
2026-06-07 14:30 - 16:30
We are having an Ice Cream Swim Social open to families in the Kids Ministry at the Estrada’s home.

Youth Group Night
2026-06-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Normal Heights United, 4650 Mansfield Street, San Diego, CA, 92116, United States
Our SD United youth group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 6-8 in our Social Hall. Anyone in 6-12th grade is invited to hang with this seriously awesome group of teens and leaders!
We’d love for the teens in your life to be a part of this community dedicated to seeking justice, loving God and neighbor, and having fun! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the SDUnited Executive Director Melissa Tucker, at Melissa@SDUnited.org
Check out the SDUnited website for more information.

YOUNG ADULT GROUP MEETUP: SWITCHFOOT CONCERT & FESTIVAL
2026-06-13 11:00 - 17:00
The Young Adult group is meeting up at the Switchfoot Bro-Am Beach Fest on Saturday June 13th at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas! Anyone is welcome to show up and join. This is a free charity event which includes interactive experiences, a surfing contest, and live music (including Switchfoot and friends!). The event goes from 7am-5pm so you can go early and stay late, but if you want to meet up with the group at 11AM, email JacobWilson858@gmail.com for more details. To make it easy on yourself to get there, consider taking the train!

Sack Lunch Sunday
2026-06-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-12 12:00 - 13:00
After service we get together in the church kitchen to prep sack lunches to fill our community fridge. All are invited to come and participate! If you can’t stay to help pack lunches, we invite you to drop off any donations before or after worship if you can. Here are a few of the items we are always in need of:

Granola Bars
Juice Boxes
Fruit
Cheese Sticks

Want more info about Sack Lunch Sunday or want to get involved? Contact Molly Rose Morgen, at MollyRose@nhunited.org

Sexuality & Spirituality
2026-06-16 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-07-21 18:00 - 19:30
Our Sexuality & Spirituality group meets once a month in the Sanctuary to process the relationship between these two parts of our being that many of us were taught were not related. This space is for everyone, queer and straight, and each discussion group is guided by both ministers & a therapists. These are drop-in as you want, so we hope you’ll check it out!

Juneteenth Jubilee
2026-06-21 10:42 - 12:00

Songwriter Sanctuary
2026-06-26 19:00 - 21:00
Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm
The last Friday of each month we host a concert with three local musicians that perform in our 100 year old acoustically blessed sanctuary. Each artist takes a turn performing their original song and a story to go with it, before passing the torch to the next musician. Some artists are old friends, others are meeting for the first time. With seating in the round, and musical stories about all the highs and lows of life – It’s a beautifully intimate night with all the feels.
To be candid, this is completely “secular music.” We don’t really subscribe to that terminology, and think all expressions of art are blessed and should be celebrated. Still, being hosted at a church there’s bound to be assumptions – and we want you to know there’s no clergy or even church staff involved in the selection of artists or content for the evening. All choices for the artist lineup are made by Lindsay White, a wonderful friend who isn’t a member of our church – who finds community and fellowship among local musicians. Whatever talent, stories and expression our musical guests have to share is theirs to put into the world – and that’s their sacred right. All that said… these are all ages shows, but please note that we do not censor the musicians.
We hope you come out and discover new talent and share in what many musicians have dubbed “the best sounding room in San Diego.” The suggested $10 donation at the door goes 100% to the musicians that are so vital to the culture and spirit of our city.
2026 Season Lineup remaining shows (lineups subject to change)
June 26
Pride Edition – presented by Raspberry Management
The Dimes
Saint Misty
Daddy
July 31 (ASL provided!)
Disability Pride Edition
Sumn Trop
Jay Walkr
Claire King
Aug 28 – Ramona Edition! (No Show at Normal Heights!)
Nate Donnis
The Beard and The Bird
Haywire
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September 25
Hispanic Heritage Month presented by Julia Sage
Stanton Street Duo
Nathan & Jessie
Juan Carlos Castellon
Oct 30
Samantha Franz
Ms. Connie
Deidre
Dec 4 – Holiday Extravaganza Writers Round Collab!
Isaac Cheong
Lilia Rose
KISUI
Calabio Twins
John and Eileen Schnarr
Ryan Sheker
Danielle Angeloni
Omar Musisko

Young Adult Group
2026-06-28 12:30 - 14:00 | Contact us for location

Faith On Tap
2026-07-09 18:30 - 20:00
Faith on Tap is our casual monthly theology discussion held in a local home or backyard. Each month we focus on a different topic, and this month’s discussion question is…
How do you picture God? And how does that impact how you think about God?
Feel free to bring a beverage or snack to share and if you have any questions, contact Molly@NHUnited.org.
Also, even if you weren’t able to make Faith on tap we’d still love to hear from you and what you think. Feel free to reach out to Brent or Molly by email or to set up a time to chat.

Pride March Prep
2026-07-12 12:00 - 13:00
After service we’ll get together to talk about plans for Pride March and answer any questions you may have, along with making signs together!

Pride Parade
2026-07-18
March with us in the 2026 Pride Parade! We’ll do a special print run of colorful NHU pride shirts to wear and encourage you to bring your beautifully crafted signs to showcase your support. The exact meetup time and location, along with any yet-to-be-determined details, will be shared as the event approaches. Email MollyMorgen@NHUnited.org to make sure you get notified with the parade details.

Pride Sunday Worship
2026-07-19 10:30 - 12:00
This year for Pride Sunday Worship, our very own Minister of Christian Life & Formation, Molly Rose Morgen, will be preaching!
