There’s always something happening at Glen Mar.
Christmas Eve – The Heart That Grew Three Sizes – Sunday, December 24
Join us for our Advent Series finale exploring the faith theme in the beloved Christmas story, The Grinch Who Stole Christmas. Through this story we will examine the change in the heart of the Grinch as a result of relationship building. Through relationship building his heart grew and was transformed. [Read More]
The Longest Night Service – Thursday, December 21 from 7:00 pm in the Chapel
For many, the Advent and Christmas seasons come during a time of current or past mourning for loved ones as well as the state of the world. Come be in fellowship with other Christians and hear words of encouragement from our own Rev. Cathie Leimenstoll. To connect with a Stephen Minister, contact us by email. Join us in the Glen Mar Chapel.
Glen Mar Childcare Needs You!
We are looking for adults and youth to help in the Nursery during the 9:30 and 11:00 am worship services. Paid and unpaid positions, flexible schedule. Please contact the Childcare Coordinator, Julie Metakes.
Our Next Turn @ Rt. 1 DRC – December 23 – 11:45 am – 2:00 pm
One of 50 churches supporting the Grassroots Rt. 1 Day Resource Center (DRC), Glen Mar provides lunch on the 4th Saturday of every month. If you’d like to contribute to the potluck menu, help serve on site, or even view future SignUps, please visit our blog. Sign up to be on the mailing lists for future sign ups by emailing the Day Center Team.
Grassroots Meals Ministry: Make a Meal – Wednesday, December 27
Love to cook? Looking for a way to serve those in need in Howard County? Sign up today to provide a meatloaf or two for the Grassroots emergency shelter, serving families in need in Howard County. We may have a Christmas Day/Eve opportunity as well. Email email Linda Hunt for more info or to sign up. [Read More]
Hygiene Kits and Supplies for Migrants – Through December 31
Donate hygiene items, warm clothing, and shoes for migrants arriving by bus in D.C. The collection will run through December. Learn more on the website or in the Gathering Place this Sunday. [Read More]
Next Sermon Series: Kintsugi – Starts Sunday, December 31
Sometimes the pain of life produces breaks and cracks. We have a tendency to look at our brokenness and other people’s brokenness as something to hide or discard. But what if a part of relationship building requires that we look at our brokenness and other’s brokenness as opportunities for transformation and becoming a beautiful new piece of art? What if instead of hiding our cracks, God our creator, is turning even our cracks into works of art; not hiding them but transforming them? Starting on December 31, we will explore the working of grace through the lens of the ancient Japanese practice of Kintsugi – “golden joinery”, the process of rejoining and mending. Join us!
Journey Through Grief – Saturdays from 9:30 – 11:00 am, starting Saturday, January 6 at 9:30 am
If you have lost a loved one and would like support & strategies to cope, join us for a six-week small group experience. We will share stories and support one another during this video-based series, to help navigate the grieving process. If you’d like to be a part of the group, let one of the pastors know, or email the Caring Team. [Sign Up]
Family Matters Pot Luck Dinner – Saturday, January 6 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Do you have kids in preschool through middle school? We are a small group that typically meets every 1st Saturday of the month. (Because of JTB it’s the 2nd this month). This is a great opportunity to make friends with other families with kids at Glen Mar! Bring the whole family, an entrée or side dish and join us in the Glen Mar Youth Lounge.
Youth Group – Sunday, January 7 from 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Mini-Jesus Scavenger Hunt – The presence of Jesus is all around the church, and we are going to find it. Come out to Youth Group for treasure hunt fun as we solve clues to find all the mini-Jesus figures hidden around the church. This is a great night to bring a friend you have been wanting to invite. Bring $5 for dinner. Oh and PS. there will be candy.
Howard County’s Cold Weather Shelter – Through January 8, 2024
CWS will house guests in a hotel during December and early January, and they are asking local churches to help supply meals. This is a great service opportunity for small groups or a couple of families. Meals are needed for the weeks of December 18-26, and January 2-8. [Read More]
Social Justice Group – Tuesday, January 9 at 7:00 pm in Room 159
Do you have a heart for social justice? Welcome and affirm people to be their whole selves? Resist and interrupt systems of oppression? Or simply want to learn more about social justice issues? Glen Mar’s Social Justice Group seeks to live out the vows of baptism through education and activism that build and bridge communities. Join Glen Mar’s Social Justice Group.
Tom Thumb Square Dance Club – Tuesdays starting January 9, 7:00 pm
Have you square danced before? Want to give it another whirl? Come to “Plus Lessons” sponsored by Tomb Thumb Square Dance Club. We will review mainstream calls, refresh your knowledge, AND learn more new figures. Contact Andy Stewart.
Dancing Needles – Thursday, January 11 at 1:00 pm in Room 144
Do you enjoy knitting and crocheting or would you like to learn? We need you in our prayer shawl group. Prayer shawls are given to those in hospital and those in need of special care as a reminder that others care and are praying for them. The group is also making baby blankets for our newborns and scarves for our armed forces. We usually meet the second Thursday of every month at 1:00 pm in Room 144 to knit, crochet, and share together. If you wish you can knit or crochet at home and we can arrange to have your finished items picked up or dropped off at church. Donations of yarn are always welcome.
Baptism Class – Sunday, January 14 – 11:15 am
Baptism class is for parents who wish to have their child baptized as well as adults who wish to be baptized. The next class will be held on Sunday, January 14 at 11:15 am for our next Baptism on Sunday, January 21. For more information or to sign up visit the Baptism Class event. [Read More]
MLK,Jr. Day of Service – Monday, January 15
Everyone is invited to the tenth annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, an event that embodies the spirit of inclusivity and togetherness. Hosted by Glen Mar Church, in partnership with Ames Memorial UMC and St. John Baptist Church, this event it is open to all. Please register for either the morning session (8:30 am to 12:30 pm, or the afternoon session (12:30 to 4:30 pm) [Read More]
Lunch Bunch – Tuesday, January 16 at 11:30 am
Bunch is a group of “seasoned citizens” (55 and up) who meet in the lower lobby for fellowship, fun and, of course, lunch. This month’s lunch is to be determined. For more information, contact the Lunch Bunch team.
Alphabet Soup – Tuesday, January 16 at 7:00 pm
Can You D.I.G It? Glen Mar’s Reconciling Community, celebrating Diversity and Inclusion at Glen Mar, meets on Tuesday, August 15, at 7 PM, in Room 124. All are welcome.
Youth – Super Cool Pool Party – Saturday, January 20 from 10:00 am – NOON
A winter pool party?? Sounds super cool! Kids and families are invited to a fun morning of pool-party-themed games and crafts. Wear summer attire (no bathing suits needed). [Register Today]
2024 Youth Mission Trip Information Meeting – January 28
Have you ever thought of joining a mission trip but just didn’t know if you could do it? Join us for our first information meeting for our June 2024 Mission Trip to Plymouth, NC. We’ll meet on January 28, right after the 9:30 and 11 am services in the Youth World. We look forward to seeing you there!
Youth Snow Tubing – Saturday, February 10, $43 per person
Join us for some wintry fun at Liberty Mountain. Sign up by January 2 to guarantee your spot – TODAY! [Here]
KIDS/YOUTH Save the Dates!
- VBS 2024 – Dive into friendship with God this summer at Scuba VBS – July 8-12. Registration begins March 1.
- Youth Summer Mission Trip 2024 – June 23-29
Sponsor/Purchase Flowers for the Sanctuary
- Honor a Loved One or Special Occasion – Sponsor one or two Spirit Center altar flower arrangements for a weekend. You have the option to either purchase or donate to “Shut-In” ministry. The cost is $40 per arrangement.
- Flower envelopes are available in the Cafe area in the Gathering Place. Any questions? Please call or email Mary Ellen.
- Donated Altar Flowers are used by our “Shut-In” ministry – members deliver flowers to Glen Mar members/attenders who cannot attend in person. If you would like to be a part of this ministry, please contact Janet.
- “Purchased To Keep” Poinsettias are available for the sponsors to take home as they leave the service on December 24. Altar flower arrangements are available after the 9:30 service.
Lighthouse Congregation
Glen Mar Church is a Lighthouse Congregation of the Baltimore Washington Conference of the United Methodist Church.
