There’s always something happening at Glen Mar.
New baby in your family?
Are you expecting a new baby, or recently welcomed one into your family? The Stork Bites Ministry would like to bless your family with lovingly prepared meals. Reach out to Jen Sellers and let us know how we can help.
Coming to Glen Mar This Winter – “Realm CONNECT”
Be on the lookout for more information about a new way to CONNECT at Glen Mar – see what’s going on, connect with your groups, sign up for events, update your information, manage your giving and give electronically.
Who is the “Stephen” in Stephen Ministry?
In Acts 6, Stephen was chosen to provide caring ministry to those in need. Since the time of the Apostles, caring ministry has been considered a hallmark of the Christian faith community. For information about help available during times of stress, speak to a Pastor or email us.
Your Voice Matters
Be on the lookout for an email survey about your participation in the life of Glen Mar. This anonymous survey helps us understand where we are on target in our use of the resources provided for our ministries and missions, and where we can improve our focus.
Registration for BWC Summer Camps now open
Registration for BWC camps Manidokan and West River is now open. Visit the BWC website for more information about these Christian overnight camps for students entering 2nd – 12th grades.
Next issue of “The Messenger” newsletter is here!
Subscribers, look for your email. Copies will be at the Welcome Center. Access it digitally, here.
Youth Sunday Afternoon Trail Walk – Join us this Sunday at 3pm
Let’s meet at Rockburn Park and walk in nature as a spiritual discipline. Contact Pastor Heerak for details.
Base Bible Study – Next meeting on Tuesday, February 7 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Curious about the Bible? Join us for Base, a 6-week introduction to the Bible. Updated for 2023, each session begins with 45-60 minutes of presentation followed by 30-45 minutes of discussion. We’re meeting on Zoom, so no commute, no homework, no materials, no stress! Anyone is welcome and you can join anytime. [Read More]
Do You Love to Sing? Good Friday Cantata – Rehearsals are on Thursdays at 7:00 pm
Do you love to sing? Do you play an instrument? Do you crave camaraderie? Join us! Good Friday falls on April 7, 2023 this year and we will be singing “The Seven Last Words of Christ” by Theodore Dubois. Join us! Just show up for choir practice at 7:00 pm on Thursday, January 19 in the Music Suite downstairs. For more information and instrumentalists, please email Sophie Hong.
Dancing Needles – Next meeting, Thursday, February 9 at 1:00 pm
Do you enjoy knitting and crocheting or would you like to learn? Join our group. Prayer shawls are given to those in the hospital and those in need of special care as a reminder that others care and are praying for them. We also make baby blankets for newborns and scarves for our armed forces. We usually meet on second Thursdays. [Read More]
Youth Summer Mission Trip – Meeting on Sunday, February 19
This year’s Youth Summer Mission Trip will be the week of June 15 – July 1, doing home repair in PLymouth, NC. Please join our information meeting in Room 145 on Sunday, February 19 at 12:15.
Pancake Supper to Benefit Grassroots – Mardi Gras (Shrove) Tuesday, February 21
Prepare for the start of Lent by eating pancakes with your Glen Mar family. Glen Mar’s Pancake Supper will be in person this year, and proceeds (free will donation) will benefit Grassroots. In celebration of Mardi Gras, wear a funny hat! Please let us know you plan to attend. [Read More]
Lent Starts Soon! Ash Wednesday, February 22
Mark your calendars for the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday. Come to Glen Mar for “Ashes to Go” from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Join us on Wednesday evening at 7:30 pm for our Lent Worship Service and the beginning of the Lenten Sermon Series. If you would like a lenten guide for this season, visit the Lenten Sermon Series event page. [Read More]
Our Next Turn @ Rt. 1 DRC – Saturday, February 25, 11:45 am to 2:00 pm
One of 50 churches supporting the Grassroots Rt. 1 Day Resource Center (DRC), Glen Mar provides lunch on the 4th Saturday of every month. If you’d like to contribute to the potluck menu, help serve on site, or even view future SignUps, visit our blog!
Interested in playing or singing in the Praise Band? Join us Sunday, February 26
All are welcome to join our “Interest Jam Session” after 11:00 am worship (12:15) as we play through some favorite worship songs with the Praise Band. Those interested in joining the team are invited to sign up in the Gathering Place after both services this Sunday.
Glen Mar Ministry Town Hall – Tuesday, February 28 at 7:00 pm
Join us in person or on Zoom. This month the Ministry Planning Committee will tell us about their “Radical Hospitality Initiative” including an opportunity for the audience to ask questions. [Read More]
Vacation Bible School is Going to be STELLAR! July 10 – 14
Save the date for this summer’s Vacation Bible School – coming July 10 – 14, 2023. The theme is “Stellar: Shine Jesus’ Light” and it’s going to be out of this world! Glen Mar’s VBS is for kids currently in kindergarten through 6th grade. Older youth and adults are encouraged to volunteer. Registration begins March 1.
