By Bruce Leuthold On Monday, January 15, 2024, Glen Mar Church in partnership with Ames Memorial and St. John’s Baptist Church celebrated the 10th Annual MLK Jr. Day of Service. Stats from the day: 549 people attended; packaged 72,000 meals for Central America residents with inspiring music; 115 pillowcases sewn; 340 encouragement cards written; 85 “no-sew” blankets made; over 100…

December starts with Journey to Bethlehem and we welcomed over 2400 guests to hear the Christmas story in the unique way that is Journey To Bethlehem! Over 200 volunteers helped start Advent in a powerful way, including many “first timers!” From Isaiah’s prophecy, to the creche, to the temple, and from the hill country of Judea to the center of…

By Alison Zuzak You made Christmas special for so many people this year with your support for the Wish Upon A Star ministry. About 130 people received their gift wishes plus grocery cards this past Christmas. I’m sure each family felt the love that you put into each purchase. Each year it is overwhelming to see the generosity of Glen…

By Eileen Sturgill Thank you Glen Mar Church for supporting the Operation Christmas Child Shoe Box appeal.  Ninety-three boxes were delivered to the collection sites. This was my first year being in charge of this event, and  I appreciate the support and well wishes from many. I’m looking forward to next year. I was able to do this with the…

The 7th Annual Jewels for Hope sale of slightly worn jewelry and scarves held at Glen Mar on Saturday, November 4 was a resounding success! The amount of $26,000 was made from this sale. 100% of the proceeds were then donated to HopeWorks, the county’s Sexual Assault and Domestic Abuse Center. Many thanks to the numerous people who volunteered, without…