Upcoming Events & Announcements

Theodicy Jazz Collective in Residence

This Saturday, February 1 (7pm) & Sunday, February 2 (11am) | Sanctuary

Join us for an exciting collaboration between our own Chancel Choir and the award-winning Theodicy Jazz Collective. The groups will offer a concert (freewill offering appreciated) on Saturday, February 1 featuring the newly composed Freedom Suite - a set of 9 newly arranged freedom songs from different cultural and faith traditions. On Sunday, February 2 the two groups will combine to offer Theodicy’s Canterbury Jazz Mass in our 11am worship service. The Theodicy Jazz Collective was formed at Oberlin Conservatory and grew during residency at the Yale Institute of Sacred Music from 2008 to 2012. The band creates and leads services for a multitude of churches and cathedrals and offers lectures and workshops at high schools and colleges.

Georgia Legislative Update

This Sunday, February 2, 6:00pm | Ward Fellowship Hall 

All are welcome to join us for this annual update from Senator Elena Parent and Representatives Mary Margaret Oliver, Omari Crawford, & Saira Draper. Learn what legislation is currently being discussed and discover ways to help make positive changes in our community and state in 2025 and beyond. Submit questions for the legislators at bit.ly/LegUpdateFeb2Questions. For childcare, please RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson.

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Reconciling Ministries Network Young Adult Open House

February 2, 2-4 PM | Oakview Coffee (707 E. Lake Drive, Decatur)
Join Reconciling Ministries Network's Young Adult Open House at Oakview Coffee! Reconciling Ministries Network is working on launching a new Young Adult Council for LGBTQIA+ folks and allies who fall in the general age range of 18-35. This is a casual open house and RMN is inviting people to stop by, chat, and share their ideas. All are welcome!

SOUPer Bowl of Caring: Tackle Hunger - Dine out/in fundraiser with The Dinner Shoppe!

February 2 - February 8

Order soup (or casseroles!) between February 2nd - February 8th and The Dinner Shoppe will donate 15% of proceeds to our Souper Bowl of Caring fundraiser supporting Snack in a Backpack! Just write 'Tackle Hunger' in the special instructions for online orders or tell them when you stop by! Delivery options & pickup hours vary daily - fresh or frozen meals & desserts available. The Dinner Shoppe 1248 Clairmont Rd 2D, Decatur, GA 30030. 404-748-1502.

SOUPer Bowl of Caring: Tackle Hunger

Sunday, February 9

SOUPer Bowl of a Caring is a movement to raise awareness of food insecurity and “tackle hunger” on Super Bowl Sunday each year. To help, bring a food pantry donation for Intown Cares or a monetary donation for the Glenn Snack in a Backpack ministry.  Children will be collecting cash/check donations in soup pots or give online.  Parents of 3rd-5th graders, RSVP with Rev. Susan for your kiddos to help collect donations in soup pots before and after worship services.  Our donations this year will support Snack in a Backpack, a Glenn ministry that provides food on Fridays to children who are at risk of hunger on the weekends. The program currently serves approximately 400 children, including children in 40 refugee families. Intown Cares is an Atlanta non-profit supporting housing and hunger needs across the city.

Stamped from the Beginning Movie Viewing Hosted by the Justice Team

February 9, 12:30 PM | Ward Fellowship Hall

Based on the book by the same name by Ibram X. Kendi, this highly-acclaimed documentary looks at the history of racist ideas in America, How did we get where we are? Rated R. Lunch will be provided.

FriendShip Group Valentine Party

Thursday, February 13, 11:00am | Ward Fellowship Hall

All ages are invited to join with our monthly Older Adult Ministry for celebrating an early Valentine's together.  We will host special guests of a Glenn School for Young Children Pre-K Class to make Valentines together and then Rev. Mark & Kathy Westmoreland will share their love story!  $5/person for lunch. RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson.

Club 1012 - No Parents Allowed

Select Sundays, 5:00-6:00pm | Room 211, Church School Building

Upcoming dates: February  23rd, March 23rd, April 27th, May 18th

For 10*, 11, & 12-year-olds to come share thoughts, worries, goals, or frustrations away from parents & teachers. Led by Taylor Anderson of CHRIS180 Counseling and our Candler School of Theology interns, Ariel Murphy & George Wasson.  $10 Target gift card drawing for 'tweens who attend! RSVP here. *4th graders who are still 9-years-old are welcome.

 

6-week Grief Support Group

Thursdays, 7:00pm, February 27 thru April 3 | Youth and Activities Building

Grieving a loved one is very personal and can ebb and flow across days, months, and even years.  No matter the circumstances of your grief and bereavement, join us for confidential care and support, remembering that you are not alone in your grief journey.  Led by Keri Challen of Aspen Grove Counseling & Wellness. For more info & to RSVP, contact Rev. Susan Pinson 404-634-3936, ext. 103.

Wonderfully Made- Loved By God Puberty/Sex Education program for 5th-6th graders.

Saturday, March 1 | YAAB

Registration is now open through Haygood UMC (as our facilitator is Caroline Enright, director of Children’s Ministries at Haygood.)  $50 fee includes program materials, facilitator, and breakfast & lunch.  Register here

Children's Sabbath & Scout Sunday

Sunday, March 2 | 8:30am & 11:00am

Our annual celebration of children & scouting ministries where the kids take over and lead us in worship at both the 8:30am service in the Little Chapel and the 11am service in the Sanctuary. The Cherub Choir and Covenant Choir will both be singing and if your child would like a speaking part or music part in Children's Sabbath, please contact Rev. Susan!

Lenten Small Groups & Studies

Details coming soon!

Ash Wednesday

Wednesday, March 5 | 6:00pm Children’s Service in the Little Chapel | 7:00pm Traditional Service in the Sanctuary

Join us in a time of worship, prayer, & song - and receiving the imposition of ashes - as we begin the season of Lent together. All are welcome at either the Children’s Service in the Little Chapel or the Traditional service in the Sanctuary. Childcare provided.

Invitation from the Justice Team: Civil Rights Heritage Tour

March 8-9

Organized by the SCLC/W.O.M.E.N., this two day Tour includes stops in Birmingham, Marion, Selma, and Montgomery, and tells the story of those who sacrificed and gave their lives for the Civil Rights Movement. More information available at sclcwomeninc.com

Glenn Youth Play Production:  Marion – the True Story of Robin Hood

March 7-9  Ticket info coming soon

Pajama Sunday!

Sunday, March 9
After the fun and hard work of Children's Sabbath & Scout Sunday (March 2), plus Daylight Savings Time "spring forward", we know nobody wants to get up for church on Sunday morning, March 9th! SOOooooo....we declare PAJAMA SUNDAY!
We hope you can set your alarms to join us for regular Children's Choirs at 9:30am and/or then at 10:00am, Pre-K through 5th graders will combine in Rooms 409 and 419 for an epic Pajama Party including stuffed animal tower building, blanket-fort-building, snacks, and hearing a Bible story & sharing prayers by flashlight! Our Toddlers & Preschoolers in Room 206 will have their own PJ fun, too.

  • What to bring: a stuffed animal, a cozy blanket, and a flashlight (label with names any items likely to get mixed up)

  • What to wear: church appropriate pajamas (kids and grownups alike welcome to participate!)

Spiritual Life Retreat

March 21-23 | Camp Mikell | Toccoa, GA

Registration for Spiritual Life Retreat is now OPEN to all 8th-12th graders. Parents can click here to sign up, and feel free to email Ben Ladner with any questions. 

Family Vacation Bible School

June 2-6, 5:00-6:30pm | Church School Building

**Registration now open**  Register at tinyurl.com/GlennFamilyVBS

Vacation Bible School in the evenings for toddlers through teen helpers and their grownups for family fun together learning Bible stories through crafts, singing & dancing, games, science experiments, crafts, & more!

 

 Glisson GROW Day Camp

July 21-25, Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-5:30pm, Friday, 8:30am-12:30pm

**Registration now open** Register at growdaycamps.org

For rising 1st through 6th graders. Glisson Grow Day Camps brings the powerful experience of camp ministry to local churches. Packed with activities that contribute to learning new skills and building Christian community, the focus throughout is for each camper to grow deeper roots in their faith (grow spiritually), in their ability to work as a team (grow socially), and in self-confidence as a loved child of God (grow individually).

Save the Dates in 2025

  • Glenn School Gala - Friday, March 21

  • Egg-cellent Saturday - April 12, 3:00-500pm

  • Palm/Passion Sunday - April 13, 8:30am & 11am services

  • Maundy Thursday - April 17, 7:00pm

  • Good Friday - April 18, 6:30pm extended musical prelude, 7:00pm service

  • Easter Sunday - April 20, 7:15am Sunrise Service, 9:45am Resurrection Brunch, 11:00am service

  • Family Fun Day @ Sweetwater Creek State Park - Saturday, April 26

  • Glenn's Got Talent Show - Sunday, April 27, 10am

  • Glenn Summer Camp (Age 3 through rising 4th grade, 9am-1pm) - weeks of June 9, June 16, June 23, July 7, July 14

On-Going Events 

Disaster Relief

We surround in prayer all those affected by natural disasters and violence. The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is an international relief organization supporting emergency and longterm support across the globe. To give to UMCOR via Glenn Church, click here.  Additionally, the Glenn Church Good Samaritan fund is used to support local needs for emergency relief for food and utilities bills for those in need. Give to the Good Samaritan fund here.  

Children's Choirs & Sunday School

Sundays | 9:30am Choirs | 10:00am Sunday School

Nursery & Childcare for 8:30am & 11am worship services available.

*Free!* No singing experience needed! Choirs meet from 9:30am-10:00am, followed by Children's Sunday School classes 10:00-10:45am with a Bible story and interactive activities & crafts. 
Preschoolers – Room 206
Pre-K & Kinder – Room 310
1st - 5th Grade – Room 419
Details & sign up here

Friday Night Bites: Women’s Bible Study

Meets every other Friday, 6:30pm | The Marlay House Irish Pub (426 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur).

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 or responding here.

Life After Cancer Support Group — Free!

2nd Thursdays of each month, 12noon-1:00pm | Youth & Activities Building, 1669 N. Decatur Rd

For adult cancer patients who are at least one year out of treatment. With with confidentiality and authenticity, we will process first-hand experiences as oncology patients. Feel free to bring your own lunch! 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. RSVP with group facilitator Hilary Cohen, LCSW, Clinical Social Worker with Winship Cancer lnstitute of Emory University.

Monthly Caregivers’ Support Group — Free!

3rd Wednesdays of each month, 4:30-5:30pm | Youth and Activities Building, 1669 N. Decatur Rd

For all family caregivers of aging loved ones, including those 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 Mackay Asbury or Rev. Susan Pinson. 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.

Single Moms’ Support Group — Free!

4th Mondays of the month, 12noon, via Zoom

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.

Snack in a Backpack

Thursdays | Youth & Activities Building | Sign up here
Snack in a Backpack provides food to children who are at risk of hunger on the weekends. The program currently serves approximately 400 children, including 40 children in refugee families. Contact Deborah Marlowe for more information.

Adult Sunday School Classes

Sunday School classes gather on Sunday mornings at 9:45am in the Church School Building. Learn more here.

Children's Ministry

Check out our Children’s ministry page here. Contact Rev. Susan Pinson for more info on all things Kids @ Glenn.

Youth Ministry

Check out our Youth ministry page here. Contact Ben Ladner for more info on all things Youth @ Glenn.

Young Adult Ministry

Check out our Young Adult ministry page here. Contact Kat Griffith for more info on young adult ministry, including connecting with Emory Wesley Fellowship college student ministry.

A Smarter Workout

Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:30am | YAAB Gym

Meet with a community of mostly women 50 and over who enjoy conversation, camaraderie and laughter, oh, and exercise! The class is led by Susan Lee, group fitness instructor and personal trainer. We rotate different types of exercise for a functional, healthy, strong body – and have lots of fun doing it! Modifications are encouraged and we never push each other to perform.  Judgment is forbidden, especially from yourself. All are welcome! For more info, contact Susan Lee (brentandsusanlee@gmail.com) or text Susan at 404/408-3202.

Give Flowers for Sunday Worship

Have a special birthday, anniversary, or a memorable date coming up? Sign up here to give flowers for our 11am worship in the Sanctuary.