This Just In: March 1, 2026

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February 25, 2026

VBS 2026 Rainforest Falls – Registration for Rainforest Falls VBS opens on March first for kids and volunteers! Join us July 13-17th for a week of adventure exploring what it means to be rooted in a relationship with God. An extended option is also available for kids who need a full-day program. Contact Julie Metakes or visit the website for more information.
Praise Band – Do you play an instrument or sing? We need you! The Praise Band rehearses on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Spirit Center. Contact Max if you are interested!
Every member is a minister and all are called to serve! – This Easter is going to be especially challenging since Easter falls on the first Sunday of the month. We need YOU to help make worship run smoothly. Please sign up in the Gathering Place to help or email Amy Barnes to let her how you would like to help!

Easter Eggstravaganza – Saturday, April 4. An event like this requires a lot of support! If you are interested in attending, contact Julie to see how you can help!
VBS Volunteers – You can register now too! Make sure you complete the registration to make this year’s VBS the most memorable one yet! Questions? Contact Julie and sign up TODAY!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Brew & Belong – Sunday, March 1, 12:15 pm. Want to learn more about Glen Mar and how to become a member? Join us for coffee and conversation as we learn about how to become more connected in the church, meet the pastor, ask questions, and learn about membership at Glen Mar! Sign up here!
Family Matters Pot Luck Dinner – Saturday, March 7, 6:00 pm in the Youth Lounge. We are a small group that typically meets every 1st Saturday of the month. This is a great opportunity to make friends with other families with kids at Glen Mar!
Glen Mar’s Social Justice Group – Tuesday, March 10, 7:00 pm. We meet every 2nd Tuesday of the month (except December) to educate ourselves on the many social justice issues to be addressed in our community and discern how to effectively engage and take action. All are welcome to attend this group.
Dancing Needles – Thursday, March 12, 1:00 pm. Do you enjoy knitting and crocheting? We need you in our prayer shawl group! Donations of yarn are always welcome. If you know of someone you think may appreciate a prayer shawl/baby blanket or just want information, contact Lois Hildebrand.
Habitat For Humanity – Saturday, March 14. Do you enjoy doing handy work? Or do you wish you knew how to do handy tasks around your home? Contact Adrienne Taylor to learn more or to sign up.

Christian Summer Camps – The Baltimore Washington Conference offers sleep-away summer camps for 3rd through 12th graders at several nearby camps. Many Glen Mar kids and youth have enjoyed these camps over the years. Learn more here. Registration begins February 4.
VBS 2026 Rainforest Falls – July 13-17. Registration begins March 1.

Thank You! – Glen Mar raised over $1,000 for the Interfaith Refugee Ministry at the Pancake Supper, and over $5,500 for World Vision through the 30 Hour Famine and bake sale!!!
Youth Group – Are you ready for a “Takedown”? We are going to be fighting demons K Pop style at Youth Group tonight 5:30-7:00 pm. We’re going to learn “How It’s done” when it comes to listening to God’s voice. The Olympics may be over, but you can still be “Golden” if you come have fun with us as we find out The Gospel According to K-Pop Demon Hunters.
Orioles Game – It’s cold now, but Spring is coming! All 6th-12th grade youth and their families are invited to join us for an Orioles game on Sunday, April 12. $25 per ticket. Register here.
Summer Mission Trips – We are offering two mission trips this summer. Home repairs with Carolina Rebuilding Ministry, June 21-27, for youth and adults currently in 8th grade and older. $300/person with discounts for women, confirmands, and 3rd or more family members. Urban ministry during Baltimore Mission Week July 20-24, for youth and adults currently in 6th grade and older. $125/person with discounts for adults and confirmands. Scholarships are available. Register here. See D.C. Veale with any questions.

MUSIC MINISTRY:

Music groups for adults, youth, and kids: For more information, visit our Glen Mar Music Ministry blog. Sundays: Children’s Choir at 10:45 am, Voices of Praise Youth Choir at 10:45 am, and Youth Bell Choir at 11:30 am.
Good Friday Cantata – Calling all singers and instrumentalists! Be part of the Good Friday Cantata Choir and Orchestra as we present John Stainer’s The Crucifixion on Friday, April 3, at 7:30 pm. Contact Sophie Hong.

You don’t have to go through difficult times alone. Our Stephen Ministers are ready to provide you with confidential, one-to-one, Christian care and support to help you get through a tough time. So don’t keep it all inside and struggle alone through the Lenten season. Our Stephen Ministers are here to care. To learn more about Stephen Ministry, talk to one of the pastors or contact us at the Stephen Ministry Team.