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Jewels for Hope

October 13, 2026

By Bonnie Dust Jewels for Hope was set up to support HopeWorks in its mission. 100% of the proceeds go to HopeWorks of Howard County, an agency that provides support and advocacy for those who have experienced partner violence. This agency’s mission is extensive. HopeWorks provides a 24-hour hotline and offers: a confidential emergency shelter; help for human trafficking victims;…

VBS Donations

October 8, 2026

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Your trash is our treasure! Help us get ready for next year’s food themed VBS. The decorating committee is already working on creating fun decorations, and they need a variety of everyday items. Get more details and drop off donations outside the Children’s Office. Donate used clean food packages: Empty food boxes (kids cereal and frozen pizza) Snack bags (potato…

Join the Journey to Bethlehem Team

September 14, 2026

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Join the Team! Volunteers have always been a part of our Journey to Bethlehem tradition at Glen Mar Church. Help with prep work or be part of the cast or crew. Questions? Contact us or visit us in the Gathering Place between services. Journey to Bethlehem is a FREE outdoor theatrical adventure for the whole family running December 4, 5,…

Grassroots Meals Ministry

September 1, 2026

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Meal Delivery: 4th Tuesday Each Month Grassroots is the only general emergency shelter in Howard County. It serves families and single adult women at 6700 Freetown Road in Columbia, MD. Grassroots provides three meals daily for their shelter residents from their on-site commercial kitchen. They rely heavily on community support to accomplish this. Glen Mar volunteers have been supporting Grassroots…

Backpacks & School Supplies Collection

July 22, 2026

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By Pat Lee It’s that time of year again! In partnership with Ames United Methodist Church in Baltimore and schools in Howard County, Glen Mar will be collecting backpacks and school supplies for distribution to the Ames community and to students in need in Howard County through August 16, 2026. School Supplies: Backpacks – Critical Need for larger backpacks Spiral Notebooks…

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