There’s always something happening at Glen Mar.
SPOTLIGHT MINISTRIES
- Spring Food Collection – Now through Sunday, May 31. In order to help our brothers and sisters in Baltimore, and our neighbors here in Howard County, we will be collecting canned meat, canned soup, rice, canned vegetables, pasta, pasta sauce, peanut butter, cereal, cooking oil, diapers (size 4+), and feminine hygiene products.
- Mark your calendars for our Summer Concert Series kicking off Friday, June 26 at 7:00 pm in the Spirit Center! It’s going to be a wonderful summer of music you won’t want to miss. We’re thrilled to welcome three outstanding groups: Patagonia Winds (June 26) Radio King Orchestra (July 24) Air Force Blue Aces (August 14). For more information, visit the Summer Concerts page or pick up a trifold in the gathering place.
- Glen Mar’s 24-7 Prayer Room! May 31-June 7. A dedicated week of intentional 24-7 prayer as a church family: creating space to seek God together for our future, our community, and the work God is calling us to do together in this season of prayer. Other churches can do it. Can you, Glen Mar? Sign up today.
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE:
- The Men’s Choir (Men in Black) will sing on Sunday, May 24 at the 9:30 a.m. service. Rehearsals will be held on Sunday, May 17 at 10:45 a.m. in Room 145 and Wednesday, May 20 at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Suite. For more information, please contact Kelvin Ying.
- Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Build – Rescheduled for Saturday, May 31, 9:30 am in the Glen Mar parking lot. Sign up in the Gathering Place, sign up at or email the Glen Mar Sleep in Heavenly Peace Team.
- Twin Bedding Drive – The Howard County chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace will be holding a twin bedding drive at Gen Mar Church from today, April 19 through Sunday, May 31. Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) will deliver this year approximately 200 beds to children ages 3-17 yrs old in Howard County that don’t have a bed of their own. Donations can be left in the Gathering Place. New twin bedding only. Thank You!
- Rt. 1 Day Resource Center – Saturday, May 23. Glen Mar usually provides lunch on the 4th Saturday of every month. 8-10 adult volunteers are needed to prepare one or more dishes, half of whom will stay to serve! Visit Glen Mar DRC for more information.
- The Covenant Ringers are seeking a Handbell Director. Rehearsals are held on Monday evenings. We are looking for someone with experience in conducting and/or skilled handbell ringing. If you are interested or know someone who may be a good fit, please contact Sophie.
- Baltimore Mission Week – Don’t miss an opportunity to learn about urban ministry during the 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 NOW! Questions? Ask D.C. Veale.
- VBS Donations – VBS is looking for your trash so we can turn it into treasure! Visit the VBS table to pick up a list of items, both new and used, that we need for VBS!
- VBS is looking for volunteers to serve during the program. Help children explore the true nature of God and show kids what it means to be rooted in a relationship with God. Stop by the table in the Gathering Place to check out available jobs and to sign up to help. You can volunteer for the full week or just a few days!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
- Glen Mar’s Social Justice Group – Tuesday, May 12, 7:00 pm. This group educates itself 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!
- Glen Mar Habitat Crew Family Picnic – May, 13 afternoon. Don is hosting the crew at the Hollifield area of Patapsco State Park. Contact Adrienne Taylor for more information!
- Dancing Needles – Thursday, May 14, 1:00 pm. Do you enjoy knitting and crocheting? Join us! 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.
- Relay For Life Invitation – Saturday, May 16, 4:00-8:00 pm. Glen Mar’s Angels for a Cure team will participate in Relay For Life of Baltimore and Howard Counties at Howard Community College’s Athletic and Fitness Center, 5500 Dragon Place, Columbia. This free event raises money for the American Cancer Society. Email The Glen Mar Angels for a Cure Team or call 410.796.0290 for more information or to find out how to register.
- Lunch Bunch – Tuesday, May 19, 11:30 am. Join these “seasoned citizens” in the Youth Lounge and bring a sandwich for the RISE campaign presentation with Pastor Chris! Questions? Contact Lois Hildebrand.
- Glen Mar Speaker Series: Entering a New Season – Tuesday, May 19, 1:00 pm, in Youth Lounge. As part of Glen Mar’s ongoing speaker series for older adults, Jenn Gruber, Family Transition and Life Coach, will offer guidance on navigating emotions as we age with clarity and grace. Please register so we know how many to expect and can provide you with resources.
- Alphabet Soup – Tuesday, May 19, 7:00 pm. Looking for a safe space where you can be yourself? Alphabet Soup is a reconciling community, celebrating diversity and inclusiveness, and welcoming and affirming ALL people. For more information, contact the Reconciling Ministries Team.
- Next Sermon Series – When the Spirit Falls.
- Let’s Celebrate Pastor Gayle! Sunday, May 31, 10:30 am, in the Gathering Place with cake!
- Communion with Pastor Lee – Saturday, June 7, 5:30 pm. Let’s welcome Pastor Lee and worship together!
SAVE THE DATE!
- Glen Mar’s 2026 Summer Concert Series:
- Friday, June 26 – Patagonia Winds,
- Friday, July 24 – Radio King Orchestra
- Friday, August 14 – Air Force Blue Aces
- 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.
- VBS 2026 Rainforest Falls – 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. Register NOW! Space is limited! Contact Julie Metakes or visit the website for more information.
YOUTH NEWS:
- NO Youth Group today. Happy Mother’s Day!
- Next Week – Scavenger Hunt, 5:30-7:30 pm.
- High School Summer Bible Study – There will be a meeting for all current 8th grade youth and older interested in a summer Bible study, next Sunday, May 17, 10:30 am, in Room 121. Let D.C. know if you want to take part but can’t make it to the meeting.
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.
STEPHEN MINISTRY:
- “Pull Yourself Together!” You’ve heard it a million times. Others may have said it to you, or you may have said it to yourself. But things just aren’t coming together. You’re still hurting. Our Stephen Ministers are trained caregivers who will walk with you, listen to you, and provide confidential one-to-one care. Contact a pastor or email the Stephen Ministry Team if you need someone to talk with.
EARLY LEARNING CENTER:
- Glen Mar’s Early Learning Center – serves children from infants through preschool, and we are currently welcoming families for the 2026–2027 school year! If you know a family who may be looking for care, spread the word!
IN OTHER NEWS…
- Good Trouble – Sign up for the Social Justice Mailing List to receive email notifications about local opportunities to stand up against injustice. Learn about protests, letter writing campaigns, vigils, educational gatherings, and more. Email the Social Justice Team to join the list.
