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This Just In: October 6, 2024

This Just In
There’s always something happening at Glen Mar. MINISTRY SPOTLIGHTS: Stephen Ministry – A Stephen Minister is a lay person who has engaged in 50 hours of training in Christian care giving. We are here for those who are going through a challenging season of life. For more information about Stephen Ministry, speak to a Pastor or email st*************@gl********.org . Trunk…
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Pastor’s Ponderings – Small Boats

Pastor's Ponderings
Dear Glen Mar friends, I was re-watching the movie The Darkest Hour, with Gary Oldman’s amazing portrayal of Winston Churchill, the other night. One part of the movie centers on the rescue of British soldiers from the beaches at Dunkirk, France in the throes of World War II. The British army was essentially trapped on the beach, with German forces on…
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Pastor’s Ponderings – Hail and Farewell

Pastor's Ponderings
Dear Glen Mar friends, This week, I’m writing giving thanks for the ministry of Mary Ellen Conley as Pastors’ Assistant. Mary Ellen is “retiring” from that position to free her life up for her hubby’s upcoming retirement at the end of the year. I’m sorry to lose Mary Ellen as a member of our paid staff, but I give thanks…
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This Just In: September 25, 2024

This Just In

MINISTRY SPOTLIGHTS:
– Journey to Bethlehem
– Bible Sunday – Sunday, October 13 at 9:30 am and 11 am.
– Outback Is Back!
ACT NOW:
– Charge Conference on ZOOM – Register NOW for Saturday, October 19 from 10:00 to 11:30 am.
– Trunk or Treat Fall Festival – Saturday, October 19, 10 am-12 pm.
– Baptism/New Member?
– Christmas Cantata!
– Guatemala Mission Trip
– Jewels for Hope
– Messenger Deadline – October 15, for November 1 publication.
– North Carolina Mission Trip
– Facing a chronic illness or a challenging surgery?
UPCOMING EVENTS:
– HOLA Toastmasters OPEN HOUSE –  Tuesday, October 1 at 7:00 pm in Room 145.
– Family Matters Pot Luck Dinner – Saturday, October 5 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm.
– Social Justice Group – Tuesday, October 8 at 7:00 pm in room 159.
– Dancing Needles – Thursday, October 10 at 1:00 pm.
– Habitat For Humanity – Next work date is Saturday, October 12.
– Alphabet Soup – Tuesday, October 15 at 7:00 pm.
YOUTH INFO/EVENTS:
– Youth Group – Sunday, September 29, 5:30 – 7:00 PM.
– Middle School Retreat – October 11-13.
MUSIC CORNER:
– Christmas Cantata
– Music groups for adults, youth, and kids start back up in September!
Glen Mar Church is a Lighthouse Congregation of the Baltimore Washington Conference of the United Methodist Church.

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Sign up For Wish Upon A Star November 3rd through November 24th

Opportunities to Serve
Christmas, The Messenger 2023-11-01, wish upon a star
The Wish Upon a Star program is again assisting about 40 families with clothing, food, and toys, and also providing support for Everstand (Board of Child Care) and the Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center. Beginning Sunday, November 3 you can participate in two ways. Stars will be available for selection before and after Glen Mar Worship services. Individual gift signups will…
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