There’s always something happening at Glen Mar.
Sermon Series: Come to the Table – Sundays, October 22 – November 26
There is a deep hunger and need for the experience of welcome and hospitality. God’s welcome invites all to an abundant life of relationship and love. The Come to the Table sermon series will explore God’s universal call and invitation to dine at the banquet table in the kingdom or “kin-dom” of God. The acceptance of God’s welcome challenges us to radical hospitality that embraces God’s definition of love, welcome, justice, and grace. [Read More]
SPOTLIGHTS
- Operation Christmas Child – Pick up Boxes October 29. Shoe boxes will be distributed on Sunday, October 29 in the Gathering Place before and after services. Directions on how to fill the shoe boxes will be provided. A $10 donation is requested for each box to cover delivery costs. Filled boxes are to be returned on either Sunday November 5 or 12 only. If you have any questions, please contact Eileen Sturgill.
- Blessing of the Animals – Sunday, October 29 at 2:00 pm. Bring your pets of all kinds to Glen Mar for a special time of blessing for our furry and scaly friends. This outdoor event on the Glen Mar grounds will take about 45 minutes. The public is invited – so bring friends. It’s free! Please abide by applicable leash laws and come celebrate these beloved family members. We will meet in the grassy area where we have the Easter Morning service, by the downstairs well entrance. If it rains, this event will be canceled, even though our pets won’t mind the rain. Questions? Email us.
- We are very excited that the 7th Annual Jewels for Hope Sale at Glen Mar is Saturday, November 4 from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm. 100% of the Proceeds benefit HopeWorks, the County’s Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Center. Last year they served over 3400 clients and provided 4100 shelter nights to clients. That is 11 survivors in their shelter every night! You can support HopeWorks by making the sale a success. Invite all your friends and neighbors for the many special purchases that are available.
- Lunch w/the Pastors – Sunday, November 5th at 12:30 pm. Our pastors would love to meet you, in person, with lunch—on us! Join us for a low pressure “no strings attached” way to get to know our church leadership and ask any questions you may have about our church—and we get a chance to learn about you too! Interested? Register Today!
Thanksgiving Food Drive – October 29 to November 19
In partnership with Ames United Methodist Church in Baltimore and My Sister’s Place Women’s shelter in Baltimore, Glen Mar is collecting food items to help up to 250 families celebrate Thanksgiving. Please see the table in the Gathering Place for information on items being collected and how you can help! [Shopping List]
Community Health Fair – Volunteer Greeters Needed
We are seeking volunteers who can serve as welcoming ambassadors, ushering attendees through the event and fostering a friendly and inviting environment. Come be a part of our dynamic and educational Health Fair on Saturday, November 11 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Your commitment can play a vital role in promoting a healthier and more resilient community for everyone. To discover more about this opportunity or express your interest, please email the Health Fair team.
MLK, Jr. Day of Service Volunteers Needed
Are you passionate about bringing people together, fostering understanding, and creating a harmonious community? We are looking for volunteers to lead room activities during the event. Your dedication can help meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our community and be a part of something truly transformation. If you have questions or are interested, please send an email to the Day of Service Team.
All Saints Day – Submit Photos by Wednesday November 1
All Saints Day will be celebrated on Sunday, November 5th at 9:30 & 11 am services. You are invited to submit pictures and names of saints (family, friends, neighbor/community members) in your life who have passed from labor to reward over this past year. Please submit pictures and names by Wednesday, November 1st to the Worship Team.
MLK, Jr. Day of Service Volunteers Needed
Are you passionate about bringing people together, fostering understanding, and creating a harmonious community? We are looking for volunteers to lead room activities during the event. Your dedication can help meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our community and be a part of something truly transformation. If you have questions or are interested, please send an email to Bruce Leuthold.
Are You Stressed? Discouraged? Feeling Down?
You don’t have to go through difficult times alone. Our Stephen Ministers are ready to provide you with confidential, one-to-one, Christian care, support and prayer. To learn more about Stephen Ministry, talk to one of the pastors or email our Team today.
Glen Mar Singles Social Network
Are you looking for a social group of people who like to get together and do fun, interesting, meaningful stuff? Join us. We are a social group, not a dating group or a place to find a future spouse. We are a group of Christian singles—divorced, widowed, never married—who enjoy one another’s company. We meet for brunch on 1st Sundays, potluck on 3rd Saturdays, and more! For more info and to get on our email list, email the Singles Team today!
Youth Group – Sunday, October 29 at 5:30 pm
Escape Room – The apostle Peter is in jail and needs you to break him out! Come to youth group and see if you can escape the room and get past the Roman guards patrolling the area. Dinner and escape room fun from 5:30 – 7:00 pm, remember to bring $5 for dinner.
Family Matters Pot Luck Dinner – Saturday, November 4 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Do you have kids in preschool through middle school? We are a small group that meets every 1st Saturday of the 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.
Ron McFarlane & Ayreheart – November 5 at Eastport UMC
Eastport United Methodist Church is hosting a free concert. Grammy-nominated Lutenist Ronn McFarlane & Ayreheart play music from the British Isles. Reservations are required. Click for information and tickets.
Wish Upon a Star – Stars & Sign Ups begin next Sunday, November 5
The Wish Upon a Star program is again assisting about 30 families with clothing, food, and toys, as well as the Board of Child Care and the Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center. Beginning Sunday, November 5 you can participate in two ways – pick up a Star in the Gathering Place, or sign up for specifics online. [Read More]
HOLA Toastmasters of Ellicott City – Next Meeting Tuesday, November 7 at 7:30 pm
We meet twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday evenings at 7:30 pm. We have hybrid meetings both online and in person on first Tuesdays at Glen Mar and on ZOOM only on third Tuesdays. For more information, email Rajan Gupta.
Dancing Needles – Next Meeting Thursday, November 9 at 1:00 pm
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.
Habitat for Humanity – Next Build Date Saturday, November 11
Do you enjoy doing handy work? Or do you wish you knew how to do handy tasks around your home? The Glen Mar Habitat Crew welcomes you to join us, either way. You must be 16 or older to work on a Habitat site. We work the second Saturday of every month. If construction isn’t your gift, you can still support this wonderful mission by volunteering in the Restores. Contact Adrienne Taylor to learn more or to sign up by emailing The Habitat Team.
Next Baptism Class – Sunday, November 12 at 11:15 am
Our next Baptism Class will be held on Sunday, Nov 12, 2023 at 11:15 am for our next Baptism on Sunday, Nov 19. Baptism class is for parents who wish to have their child baptized as well as adults who wish to be baptized. For more information or to sign up visit our Baptism Blog. Or click here if you wish to attend the class for infant/toddler/child baptism, click here if you wish to attend the class for youth/adult baptism.
Dan Eschliman’s Homecoming Concert – Friday, November 17 at 7:00 pm
Dan has an album he called, “Welcome.” Come and see him perform his original music here at Glen Mar Church in the Spirit Center. “If the world has told you wrong, remember, you are priceless in the eyes of God.”
Lighthouse Congregation
Glen Mar Church is a Lighthouse Congregation of the Baltimore Washington Conference of the United Methodist Church.
