Adult Sunday School & Small Groups
RSVP here to small groups coming up this fall!
The New Class Adult Sunday School
Sundays, 9:45am, Church School Building, Room 208
The New Class welcomes a variety of exceptional speakers from Emory, the larger UMC, and beyond. View the full schedule here and class descriptions here.
Ventures in Faith Adult Sunday School Class
Sundays, 9:45am, Church School Building, Room 211
The Ventures in Faith Sunday School class recognizes that challenging issues face today’s disciples of Jesus Christ. Together we enjoy each others’ company and explore the complexities of Christian faith while we try to apply what we discuss to our daily lives. Please join us whenever you are able. Share in our relaxed and supportive gathering on Sunday mornings from 9:45am to 10:45am in Room 211, starting on September 8th. We are an open and welcoming class, suitable for both introverts and extroverts, and we have comfortable chairs! Join us as we explore and discuss topics related to our faith journey. Contact Gordon Boice for questions.
LIFE Sunday School Class
Sundays, 9:45am, Room 422
Join with David O’Brien & Rev. Brent Huckaby as we gather each week for fellowship and discussion of weekly Scripture and faith in our daily lives, including guest speakers from Candler School of Theology.
Friday Night Bites: Women’s Bible Study
Meets every other Friday | The Marlay House Irish Pub (426 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur) | RSVP here
Join with Suzanne Horton & Sara McKlin for dinner and discussion every other Friday, beginning September 6. This Fall we’ll be discussing the book of Ruth. For more info or to RSVP, contact Sara McKlin.
Single Moms’ Support Group (Free!)
4th Mondays of the month, 7pm, via Zoom
Upcoming dates: November 25
No matter your circumstance or stage of parenting, join us for confidential care and support. Led by Cathy Smith, a therapist with CHRIS180 Counseling Services. Contact Rev. Susan Pinson for more info & to receive the Zoom link. Read our blog post about the Single Moms’ Support Group.
Calling All Angels: An Advent Study of Fearlessness and Strength
Tuesdays | December 3, 10, & 17 | 7:00pm
“Do not be afraid.” Those words, or slight variations, appear in the Bible more than 300 times. In our Advent Study, the Rev. Erin Wathen looks at four life- and world-changing angelic visits, all of them beginning with “Fear not.” Zechariah, Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds all were invited to be a part of God’s amazing story of redemption and transformation in the birth of Jesus, but first they had to deal with their fears. Wathen challenges: “What would change in our relationships, in our vocations, in our congregations—maybe even in our communities and in our world—if God’s people led with a courage and vision that was always, first and foremost, unafraid?” That’s a lot to think about, but what better time to consider God’s gracious possibilities for us and the world than Advent? You’re invited to join Mark Westmoreland in a three-week look at Wathen’s book, which also includes daily Advent devotionals. Email Kat Griffith to register and for information on purchasing the book.
FriendShip Group: Volunteer at Wellroot Family Services
Wednesday, December 4, 1:00-3:00pm | 1967 Lakeside Pkwy, Suite 400, Tucker, GA
Join with Older Adult Ministries as we volunteer to sort & wrap Christmas gifts and deck the halls for the annual Christmas Party for foster families with Wellroot Family Services. Donations of new, unwrapped gifts can be dropped off by Dec. 1 in the church offices. Click here for the Christmas Wish Lists. RSVP & coordinate carpooling with Rev. Susan Pinson 404.634.3936, ext 103.
Women’s Night In: The Weary World Rejoices
Thursdays | December 5, 12, & 19 | 7:00pm
Join with Glenn women of all ages & stages for conversations around Kate Bowler’s The Weary World Rejoices. Reading the devotional is not required to attend. Come as you are: straight from work, the gym, or the carpool shuffle! Light refreshments served. For more info, directions, and to RSVP, contact Rev. Susan Pinson.
December 5 | Home of Cheryl Griffin (Druid Hills)
December 12 | Home of Mary Lindsey Lewis (Medlock Park)
December 19 | Home of Sara McKlin (Medlock Park)
**Registration now open** Glenn Women's Retreat 2025.
January 24-26th | The Lodge at Lake Oconee
Women of all ages & stages are invited to a weekend away to rest and re-connect with God, yourself, and old & new friends. Booking details: Room rate is $300+taxes/fees for two nights, including breakfasts. (Roommates split costs.) Lunch & dinners will be on our own in the quaint towns of Eatonton & Madison. Call to reserve your room directly at 706-485-7785, using group code GM25. Then, let Rev. Susan Pinson know you’re joining us, to request a roommate or carpooling, or to make donations for our guest speaker, scholarships, & supplies.
Life After Cancer Support Group
First Thursdays of the month from 12noon-1:00pm
Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church, Youth and Activities Building (1669 N. Decatur Rd)
For adult cancer patients who are at least one year out of treatment. No matter your diagnosis or treatment facility, join together with others who understand the many emotions of life during and after cancer. Together we’ll support our journeys to wellness, decrease aloneness and anxiety about “what next”, and with confidentiality and authenticity, reflect and process first-hand experiences as oncology patients. Group facilitated by Hilary Cohen, LCSW, Clinical Social Worker with Winship Cancer lnstitute of Emory University. Feel free to bring your own lunch! Contact Hilary for more info and to RSVP: 404-778-4627, hilary.cohen@emoryhealthcare.org
Caregivers’ Support Group
Third Wednesday of each month, 4:30 - 5:30 pm, Youth and Activities Building
Are you a family caregiver of a loved one with memory loss, dementia, or Alzheimer's disease? Join us for a monthly support group of confidential encouragement and care. To RSVP, contact our Support Group facilitators: Aubrey and Carol Bush. The location is the Glenn Youth and Activities Building – 1669 N. Decatur Rd with its own parking. Enter the front glass doors facing N. Decatur Rd on the west side of the building. For 24/7 support, visit alz.org/georgia or call 1-800-272-3900.
Glenn Chancel Choir
Regular rehearsals: Wednesdays, 7-9pm and Sundays, 10am, Sanctuary
The Glenn Choir is open to singers, high school age and above! All voice parts are needed and welcome to join! We rehearse before worship at 10am and sing regularly in 11am worship. Read more about Music at Glenn. For more info, contact Michael Dauterman or Käthe Wright Kaufman.
Chuck Horton Men’s Bible Study
Wednesdays, 8-9am
In loving memory of a faithful Bible study participant and friend, Chuck Horton, join with men of all ages & stages as we read through the Scriptures and share thoughts on our faith journey. Fall 2023 finds us in the book of Jeremiah. For more info, contact the church office or Glenn members Dan MacFarlane or Bill Phillips.
For more information, visit the following pages: Sunday School, Small Groups, United Women of Faith (UWF/UMW) Circles, Choirs, Altar Guild, and Upcoming Events.