Church Happenings - Week of 8/4/26
This Sunday, August 9th
10:00 AM - Worship Service
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the
VBS 2026 - August 9th-12th, 5:00-7:30p
Join Glendale and Holy Trinity UMCs for an exciting road trip. Travelers/Students will learn about God through their map/Bible. Hope to see you there!
*Volunteers needed!
To register a child or to volunteer, check out our VBS 2026 registration webpage or contact the church office.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is August 12th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
The Certified Advocate Development Program (September 3—December 3, 2026) - Online
The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) is offering the Certified Advocate Development Program, a cohort-based initiative designed to equip United Methodists to engage in faith-based legislative and policy advocacy in the public square. Through the program, Certified Advocates will work closely with advocacy staff to communicate Social Principle concerns with policymakers and leaders around the world.
In an effort to be contextually relevant, each cohort will be based by region. Each year, we will facilitate a new cohort for a different region of our United Methodist connection. Registration for the U.S. region is now open to all who are interested and will close at the end of day on August 21.
For more information, click here.
To register, click here.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
August 4, 5:30-7:30 PM - Night to Unite
August 9-12, 5:00-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
September 9, 5:30-8:00 PM - MN UMC Social Justice Fair
September 19, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM - Burnsville Pride Festival, Nicollet Commons Park
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
August 4 - Night to Unite
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
August 12 - Open Door Distribution
August 16 - Pack Snack Packs for Open Door
September 12, 8:30-10:45am - Sleep In Heavenly Peace Bed Building Event
September 19 - Glendale Church booth at Burnsville Pride
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages.
Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 7/28/26
This Sunday, August 2nd
10:00 AM - Worship Service
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the
Disney's Tarzan the Stage Musical, 7/24-8/2
Come see one of our own in a production of Tarzan with CastleCo Theatre at Lakeville South High School. For more information and to buy tickets, please follow the link: Tarzan info.
Night to Unite 2026 - Tuesday, August 4th, 5:30-7:30p
Bring your family and enjoy the time together with food, bounce house, games, minnow races, tie-dye, and visits from police and fire departments. Hope to see everyone on August 4th.
*Volunteers NEEDED
VBS 2026 - August 9th-12th, 5:00-7:30p
Join Glendale and Holy Trinity UMCs for an exciting road trip. Travelers/Students will learn about God through their map/Bible. Hope to see you there!
*Volunteers needed!
To register a child or to volunteer, check out our VBS 2026 registration webpage or contact the church office.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is August 12th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
The Certified Advocate Development Program (September 3—December 3, 2026) - Online
The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) is offering the Certified Advocate Development Program, a cohort-based initiative designed to equip United Methodists to engage in faith-based legislative and policy advocacy in the public square. Through the program, Certified Advocates will work closely with advocacy staff to communicate Social Principle concerns with policymakers and leaders around the world.
In an effort to be contextually relevant, each cohort will be based by region. Each year, we will facilitate a new cohort for a different region of our United Methodist connection. Registration for the U.S. region is now open to all who are interested and will close at the end of day on August 21.
For more information, click here.
To register, click here.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
August 4, 5:30-7:30 PM - Night to Unite
August 9-12, 5:00-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
September 9, 5:30-8:00 PM - MN UMC Social Justice Fair
September 19, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM - Burnsville Pride Festival, Nicollet Commons Park
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
August 4 - Night to Unite
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
August 12 - Open Door Distribution
August 16 - Pack Snack Packs for Open Door
September 19 - Glendale Church booth at Burnsville Pride
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages.
Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 7/21/26
This Sunday, July 26th
10:00 AM - Worship Service
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the
Disney's Tarzan the Stage Musical, 7/24-8/2
Come see one of our own in a production of Tarzan with CastleCo Theatre at Lakeville South High School. For more information and to buy tickets, please follow the link: Tarzan info.
Night to Unite 2026 - Tuesday, August 4th, 5:30-7:30p
Bring your family and enjoy the time together with food, bounce house, games, minnow races, tie-dye, and visits from police and fire departments. Hope to see everyone on August 4th.
*Volunteers NEEDED
VBS 2026 - August 9th-12th, 5:00-7:30p
Join Glendale and Holy Trinity UMCs for an exciting road trip. Travelers/Students will learn about God through their map/Bible. Hope to see you there!
*Volunteers needed!
To register a child or to volunteer, check out our VBS 2026 registration webpage or contact the church office.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is August 12th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
The Certified Advocate Development Program (September 3—December 3, 2026) - Online
The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) is offering the Certified Advocate Development Program, a cohort-based initiative designed to equip United Methodists to engage in faith-based legislative and policy advocacy in the public square. Through the program, Certified Advocates will work closely with advocacy staff to communicate Social Principle concerns with policymakers and leaders around the world.
In an effort to be contextually relevant, each cohort will be based by region. Each year, we will facilitate a new cohort for a different region of our United Methodist connection. Registration for the U.S. region is now open to all who are interested and will close at the end of day on August 21.
For more information, click here.
To register, click here.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
August 4, 5:30-7:30 PM - Night to Unite
August 9-12, 5:00-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
September 19, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM - Burnsville Pride Festival, Nicollet Commons Park
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
August 4 - Night to Unite
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
August 12 - Open Door Distribution
September 19 - Glendale Church booth at Burnsville Pride
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 7/14/26
This Sunday, July 19th
10:00 AM - Worship Service
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the
Disney's Tarzan the Stage Musical, 7/24-8/2
Come see one of our own in a production of Tarzan with CastleCo Theatre at Lakeville South High School. For more information and to buy tickets, please follow the link: Tarzan info.
Night to Unite 2026 - Tuesday, August 4th, 5:30-7:30p
Bring your family and enjoy the time together with food, bounce house, games, minnow races, visit from police and fire departments. Hope to see everyone on August 4th.
*Volunteers NEEDED
VBS 2026 - August 9th-12th, 5:00-7:30p
Join Glendale and Holy Trinity UMCs for an exciting road trip. Travelers/Students will learn about God through their map/Bible. Hope to see you there!
*Volunteers needed!
To register a child or to volunteer, check out our VBS 2026 registration webpage or contact the church office.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is August 12th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
August 4, 5:30-7:30 PM - Night to Unite
August 9-12, 5:00-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
September 19, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM - Burnsville Pride Festival, Nicollet Commons Park
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
July 20 & 21 - Hand out treats to school kids
August 4 - Night to Unite
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
August 12 - Open Door Distribution
September 19 - Glendale Church booth at Burnsville Pride
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 7/7/26
This Sunday, July 12th
10:00 AM - Worship Service
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is July 8th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Disney's Tarzan the Stage Musical, 7/24-8/2
Come see one of our own in a production of Tarzan with CastleCo Theatre at Lakeville South High School. For more information and to buy tickets, please follow the link: Tarzan info.
Night to Unite 2026 - Tuesday, August 4th, 5:30-7:30p
Bring your family and enjoy the time together with food, bounce house, games, minnow races, visit from police and fire departments. Hope to see everyone on August 4th.
*Volunteers NEEDED
VBS 2026 - August 9th-12th, 5:00-7:30p
Join Glendale and Holy Trinity UMCs for an exciting road trip. Travelers/Students will learn about God through their map/Bible. Hope to see you there!
*Volunteers needed!
To register a child or to volunteer, check out our VBS 2026 registration webpage or contact the church office.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
August 4, 5:30-7:30 PM - Night to Unite
August 9-12, 5:00-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
September 19, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM - Burnsville Pride Festival, Nicollet Commons Park
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
August 4 - Night to Unite
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
August 12 - Open Door Distribution
September 19 - Glendale Church booth at Burnsville Pride
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 6/30/26
This Sunday, July 5th
10:00 AM - Worship Service
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is July 8th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Disney's Tarzan the Stage Musical, 7/24-8/2
Come see one of our own in a production of Tarzan with CastleCo Theatre at Lakeville South High School. For more information and to buy tickets, please follow the link: Tarzan info.
Night to Unite 2026 - Tuesday, August 4th, 5:30-7:30p
Bring your family and enjoy the time together with food, bounce house, games, minnow races, visit from police and fire departments. Hope to see everyone on August 4th.
*Volunteers NEEDED
VBS 2026 - August 9th-12th, 5:00-7:30p
Join Glendale and Holy Trinity UMCs for an exciting road trip. Travelers/Students will learn about God through their map/Bible. Hope to see you there!
*Volunteers needed!
To register a child or to volunteer, check out our VBS 2026 registration webpage or contact the church office.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
August 4, 5:30-7:30 PM - Night to Unite
August 9-12, 5:00-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
September 19, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM - Burnsville Pride Festival, Nicollet Commons Park
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
July 8 - Open Door Distribution
August 4 - Night to Unite
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
August 12 - Open Door Distribution
September 19 - Glendale Church booth at Burnsville Pride
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 6/23/26
This Sunday, June 28th - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
10:00 AM - Worship Service
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the
Sunday, June 28th - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
Bring a lawn chair and worship with us outside. We will follow this up with a picnic. Come and enjoy the great outdoors!
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We will also be celebrating our one-year anniversary of voting on becoming a Reconciling Congregation at the picnic! Bring your own shirt for tie-dye! Free-will offering for MN Reconciling Congregations will also be given.
For more information on RMN:
Glendale’s Journey to Inclusivity
New Members to join on Sunday, June 28th!
Each of these people is already a gift to our congregation, and we are grateful for the ways God is growing this sacred community among us. When you see these new members in worship, at coffee, or around the church, please take a moment to introduce yourself, offer a warm Glendale welcome, and let them know how glad we are to share life and faith together.
At Glendale, membership is not just about adding names to a list. It is about belonging, growing, serving, and living Jesus’s radical love together. Thanks be to God for this joyful season in the life of our church!
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is July 8th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
June 28, 10:00 AM - Outdoor Worship & Picnic with fun activities, including tie-dye to celebrate our anniversary of voting to become a Reconciling Congregation
August 9-12, 5:30-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
September 19, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM - Burnsville Pride Festival, Nicollet Commons Park
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
June 20-26 - Special Olympics Volunteer Opportunity
June 27 & 28 - MN Reconciling Congregations booth at Twin Cities Pride
July 8 - Open Door Distribution
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
September 19 - Glendale Church booth at Burnsville Pride
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 6/16/26
This Sunday, June 21st - Father’s Day
10:00 AM - Worship Service
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the
The Minnesota Conference will gather at the River's Edge Conference Center in St. Cloud. Live streaming will allow non-voting members to watch the sessions remotely.
Tuesday, June 16 - Thursday, June 18, 2026
Celebration of Life as Clergy - Wednesday, June 17, 7 p.m.
Each year, churches in the Minnesota Annual Conference take a Love Offering for missions in conjunction with our Annual Conference Session.
Our Love Offering is not simply charity, but a shared ministry, a way of joining God’s work in the world. Bishop Lanette Plambeck invites congregations to pray about and participate in the Love Offering. She shares, "This offering is more than a tradition. It is a tangible expression of our connectional life and our shared commitment to Christ’s mission. When we give, we participate in ministry that reaches far beyond what any one congregation could do alone."
Your donations to the 2025 Love Offering totaled $89,489.88! How much can we raise this year?
This year’s Love Offering will go to:
Midwest Mission (30%)
Love Boldly Mental Health Ministries Grant for Minnesota Conference Churches (20%)
Minnesota Conference's Emergency Response Fund (20%)
In addition to the Love Offering, congregations are invited to collect supplies and make kits for Midwest Mission and UMCOR.
Sunday, June 28th - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
Bring a lawn chair and worship with us outside. We will follow this up with a picnic. Come and enjoy the great outdoors!
We will also be celebrating our one-year anniversary of voting on becoming a Reconciling Congregation!
New Members to join on Sunday, June 28th!
Each of these people is already a gift to our congregation, and we are grateful for the ways God is growing this sacred community among us. When you see these new members in worship, at coffee, or around the church, please take a moment to introduce yourself, offer a warm Glendale welcome, and let them know how glad we are to share life and faith together.
At Glendale, membership is not just about adding names to a list. It is about belonging, growing, serving, and living Jesus’s radical love together. Thanks be to God for this joyful season in the life of our church!
For more information on MN Reconciling Congregations: MN Reconciling Congregations of the UMC.
For more information on RMN: Reconciling Ministries Network.
FAQs on Glendale’s journey to becoming a Reconciling Congregation: Inclusivity.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is July 8th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
June 16-18 - MN Annual Conference
June 28, 10:00 AM - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
August 9-12, 5:30-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
September 19, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM - Burnsville Pride Festival, Nicollet Commons Park
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
TBD - The Drawer Volunteer Opportunity
June 20-26 - Special Olympics Volunteer Opportunity
June 27 & 28 - MN Reconciling Congregations booth at Twin Cities Pride
July 8 - Open Door Distribution
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
September 19 - Glendale Church booth at Burnsville Pride
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 6/9/26
This Sunday, June 14th
10:00 AM - Worship Service
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is June 10th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
The Minnesota Conference will gather at the River's Edge Conference Center in St. Cloud. Live streaming will allow non-voting members to watch the sessions remotely.
Tuesday, June 16 - Thursday, June 18, 2026
Celebration of Life as Clergy - Wednesday, June 17, 7 p.m.
Each year, churches in the Minnesota Annual Conference take a Love Offering for missions in conjunction with our Annual Conference Session.
Our Love Offering is not simply charity, but a shared ministry, a way of joining God’s work in the world. Bishop Lanette Plambeck invites congregations to pray about and participate in the Love Offering. She shares, "This offering is more than a tradition. It is a tangible expression of our connectional life and our shared commitment to Christ’s mission. When we give, we participate in ministry that reaches far beyond what any one congregation could do alone."
Your donations to the 2025 Love Offering totaled $89,489.88! How much can we raise this year?
This year’s Love Offering will go to:
Midwest Mission (30%)
Love Boldly Mental Health Ministries Grant for Minnesota Conference Churches (20%)
Minnesota Conference's Emergency Response Fund (20%)
In addition to the Love Offering, congregations are invited to collect supplies and make kits for Midwest Mission and UMCOR.
Sunday, June 28th - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
Bring a lawn chair and worship with us outside. We will follow this up with a picnic. Come and enjoy the great outdoors!
We will also be celebrating our one-year anniversary of voting on becoming a Reconciling Congregation!
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
June 16-18 - MN Annual Conference
June 28, 10:00 AM - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
August 9-12, 5:30-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
September 19, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM - Burnsville Pride Festival, Nicollet Commons Park
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
TBD - The Drawer Volunteer Opportunity
June 10 - Open Door Distribution
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
June 20-26 - Special Olympics Volunteer Opportunity
June 27 & 28 - MN Reconciling Congregations booth at Twin Cities Pride
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
September 19 - Glendale Church booth at Burnsville Pride
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 6/2/26
This Sunday, June 7th
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the
Join in or Volunteer at Pride Bingo - June 6th
Holy Trinity, along with Scott County Pride, invite you to celebrate Pride Month with our Second Annual Pride Bingo Night. We hope for this to be an intergenerational evening celebrating ALL! There will be prizes, popcorn and fun times. We hope you can make it! Food donations to Hope Cafe & Pantry welcome!
If you’d like to volunteer, please reach out to the church office.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is June 10th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
The Minnesota Conference will gather at the River's Edge Conference Center in St. Cloud. Live streaming will allow non-voting members to watch the sessions remotely.
Tuesday, June 16 - Thursday, June 18, 2026
Celebration of Life as Clergy - Wednesday, June 17, 7 p.m.
Each year, churches in the Minnesota Annual Conference take a Love Offering for missions in conjunction with our Annual Conference Session.
Our Love Offering is not simply charity, but a shared ministry, a way of joining God’s work in the world. Bishop Lanette Plambeck invites congregations to pray about and participate in the Love Offering. She shares, "This offering is more than a tradition. It is a tangible expression of our connectional life and our shared commitment to Christ’s mission. When we give, we participate in ministry that reaches far beyond what any one congregation could do alone."
Your donations to the 2025 Love Offering totaled $89,489.88! How much can we raise this year?
This year’s Love Offering will go to:
Midwest Mission (30%)
Love Boldly Mental Health Ministries Grant for Minnesota Conference Churches (20%)
Minnesota Conference's Emergency Response Fund (20%)
In addition to the Love Offering, congregations are invited to collect supplies and make kits for Midwest Mission and UMCOR.
Sunday, June 28th - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
Bring a lawn chair and worship with us outside. We will follow this up with a picnic. Come and enjoy the great outdoors!
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
June 6, 6:30p - Pride Bingo at Holy Trinity UMC
June 28, 10:00 AM - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
August 9-12 - 5:30-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
TBD - The Drawer Volunteer Opportunity
June 6 - Pride Bingo Volunteer Opportunity at Holy Trinity
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
June 20-26 - Special Olympics Volunteer Opportunity
June 27 & 28 - MN Reconciling Congregations booth at Twin Cities Pride
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 5/26/26
This Sunday, May 31st - Graduation Sunday
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the Sunday volunteer page.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is June 10th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Join in or Volunteer at Pride Bingo - June 6th
Holy Trinity, along with Scott County Pride, invite you to celebrate Pride Month with our Second Annual Pride Bingo Night. We hope for this to be an intergenerational evening celebrating ALL! There will be prizes, popcorn and fun times. We hope you can make it! Food donations to Hope Cafe & Pantry welcome!
If you’d like to volunteer, please reach out to the church office.
Sunday, June 28th - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
Bring a lawn chair and worship with us outside. We will follow this up with a picnic. Come and enjoy the great outdoors!
Month of May Donation Collection - "The Drawer" - The Drawer's mission is to provide Warmth and Dignity through NEW Socks and underwear.
"At The Drawer, we believe that something as simple as a new pair of socks or underwear can provide more than just comfort, it can restore dignity, spark confidence and remind someone that they’re not forgotten and are worthy of respect."
If interested, we can also volunteer at "The Drawer" - let the church office know if anyone is interested and we can pick a date. More information and a video about volunteering here can be found at: https://www.thedrawer.org/bundle-with-us.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
May 31 - Graduation Sunday (pre-k, elementary, middle school, high school, college, business school, technical school, trade school, etc.)
June 28, 10:00 AM - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
August 9-12 - 5:30-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Month of May - Ladies Brunch vs Men’s Brown Bag: "The Drawer" - Bring new packaged socks and underwear to donate.
TBD - The Drawer Volunteer Opportunity
June 6 - Pride Bingo Volunteer Opportunity at Holy Trinity
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
June 20-26 - Special Olympics Volunteer Opportunity
June 27 & 28 - MN Reconciling Congregations booth at Twin Cities Pride
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 5/19/26
This Sunday, May 24th
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed every Sunday
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the Sunday volunteer page.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is June 10th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Watch our very own community member perform in Unlabeled Theatre Company next presentation:
Once Upon A Mattress - May 14-24, Buy tickets here.
Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, Winnifred the Woebegone, showed up. Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test, marry her prince and help Lady Larken and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. For after all, a princess is a delicate thing.
Join in or Volunteer at Pride Bingo - June 6th
Holy Trinity, along with Scott County Pride, invite you to celebrate Pride Month with our Second Annual Pride Bingo Night. We hope for this to be an intergenerational evening celebrating ALL! There will be prizes, popcorn and fun times. We hope you can make it! Food donations to Hope Cafe & Pantry welcome!
If you’d like to volunteer, please reach out to the church office.
Sunday, June 28th - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
Bring a lawn chair and worship with us outside. We will follow this up with a picnic. Come and enjoy the great outdoors!
Month of May Donation Collection - "The Drawer" - The Drawer's mission is to provide Warmth and Dignity through NEW Socks and underwear.
"At The Drawer, we believe that something as simple as a new pair of socks or underwear can provide more than just comfort, it can restore dignity, spark confidence and remind someone that they’re not forgotten and are worthy of respect."
If interested, we can also volunteer at "The Drawer" - let the church office know if anyone is interested and we can pick a date. More information and a video about volunteering here can be found at: https://www.thedrawer.org/bundle-with-us.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
May 21, 22, 23, 24 - Unlabeled Theater Company’s performances of "Once Upon a Mattress". Buy tickets here.
May 31 - Graduation Sunday (pre-k, elementary, middle school, high school, college, business school, technical school, trade school, etc.)
June 28, 10:00 AM - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
August 9-12 - 5:30-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Month of May - Ladies Brunch vs Men’s Brown Bag: "The Drawer" - Bring new packaged socks and underwear to donate.
TBD - The Drawer Volunteer Opportunity
June 6 - Pride Bingo Volunteer Opportunity at Holy Trinity
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 5/12/26
This Sunday, May 17th
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed for this Sunday
Front Door Greeter
Acolytes
Tech Team
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the Sunday volunteer page.
This Saturday: May 16, 9:00-11:30 am - Considering Glendale as your church home?
If you've been worshiping with us for a while and are thinking about making it official, our next New Member Class is coming up May 16th, 9:00-11:30 am. It's a chance to learn more about who we are and what we believe, and just as importantly, to get to know other folks in the Glendale community alongside you.
You're welcome to attend without committing to join. It's a low-pressure way to gather information, build connections, and discern whether Glendale is the right church home for you. Reach out to Pastor Brenda or the church office with any questions.
We'd love to have you there!
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is May 13th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Watch our very own community member perform in Unlabeled Theatre Company next presentation:
Once Upon A Mattress - May 14-24, Buy tickets here.
Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, Winnifred the Woebegone, showed up. Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test, marry her prince and help Lady Larken and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. For after all, a princess is a delicate thing.
Ladies’ Brunch with a purpose - May 16th at 10a
Bring new packaged socks and underwear (kids, ladies, mens) to the Ladies Brunch - we are challenging the Men's Brown Bag group to see who can bring in the most underwear.
Here is a list of most needed items received from "The Drawer":
Boys Large (L) Underwear
Boys Extra-Large (XL) Underwear
Girls Extra-Large (XL) Underwear
Girls Large (L) Socks
Boys Small (S) Socks
Girls Small (S) Socks
Women's socks
Men's socks
Sunday, June 28th - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
Bring a lawn chair and worship with us outside. We will follow this up with a picnic. Come and enjoy the great outdoors!
Month of May Donation Collection - "The Drawer" - The Drawer's mission is to provide Warmth and Dignity through NEW Socks and underwear.
"At The Drawer, we believe that something as simple as a new pair of socks or underwear can provide more than just comfort, it can restore dignity, spark confidence and remind someone that they’re not forgotten and are worthy of respect."
If interested, we can also volunteer at "The Drawer" - let the church office know if anyone is interested and we can pick a date. More information and a video about volunteering here can be found at: https://www.thedrawer.org/bundle-with-us.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
May 7, 5:30 PM - Glendale Golfers begins again
May 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 - Unlabeled Theater Company’s performances of "Once Upon a Mattress". Buy tickets here.
May 31 - Graduation Sunday (pre-k, elementary, middle school, high school, college, business school, technical school, trade school, etc.)
June 28, 10:00 AM - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
August 9-12 - 5:30-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Month of May - Ladies Brunch vs Men’s Brown Bag: "The Drawer" - Bring new packaged socks and underwear to donate.
TBD - The Drawer Volunteer Opportunity
June 6 - Pride Bingo Volunteer Opportunity at Holy Trinity
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 5/5/26
This Sunday, May 10th
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed for this Sunday
Front Door Greeter
Acolytes
Tech Team
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the Sunday volunteer page.
South Metro Chorale “Spring Sing” - May 12 at 630p
"Come enjoy some entertaining and uplifting choral music from the South Metro Chorale!
With songs that celebrate our nation's 250th birthday and popular songs from our most recent Cabaret performance,
there is something for everyone! Bring your lawn chair - we will be outside depending on the weather.
The concert is free and open to the public, and families are encouraged to bring young ones."
May 16, 9:00-11:30 am - Considering Glendale as your church home?
If you've been worshiping with us for a while and are thinking about making it official, our next New Member Class is coming up May 16th, 9:00-11:30 am. It's a chance to learn more about who we are and what we believe, and just as importantly, to get to know other folks in the Glendale community alongside you.
You're welcome to attend without committing to join. It's a low-pressure way to gather information, build connections, and discern whether Glendale is the right church home for you. Reach out to Pastor Brenda or the church office with any questions.
We'd love to have you there!
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is May 13th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Watch our very own community member perform in Unlabeled Theatre Company next presentation:
Once Upon A Mattress - May 14-24, Buy tickets here.
Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, Winnifred the Woebegone, showed up. Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test, marry her prince and help Lady Larken and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. For after all, a princess is a delicate thing.
Ladies’ Brunch with a purpose - May 16th at 10a
Bring new packaged socks and underwear (kids, ladies, mens) to the Ladies Brunch - we are challenging the Men's Brown Bag group to see who can bring in the most underwear.
Here is a list of most needed items received from "The Drawer":
Boys Large (L) Underwear
Boys Extra-Large (XL) Underwear
Girls Extra-Large (XL) Underwear
Girls Large (L) Socks
Boys Small (S) Socks
Girls Small (S) Socks
Women's socks
Men's socks
Sunday, June 28th - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
Bring a lawn chair and worship with us outside. We will follow this up with a picnic. Come and enjoy the great outdoors!
Month of May Donation Collection - "The Drawer" - The Drawer's mission is to provide Warmth and Dignity through NEW Socks and underwear.
"At The Drawer, we believe that something as simple as a new pair of socks or underwear can provide more than just comfort, it can restore dignity, spark confidence and remind someone that they’re not forgotten and are worthy of respect."
If interested, we can also volunteer at "The Drawer" - let the church office know if anyone is interested and we can pick a date. More information and a video about volunteering here can be found at: https://www.thedrawer.org/bundle-with-us.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
May 7, 5:30 PM - Glendale Golfers begins again
May 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 - Unlabeled Theater Company’s performances of "Once Upon a Mattress". Buy tickets here.
May 31 - Graduation Sunday (pre-k, elementary, middle school, high school, college, business school, technical school, trade school, etc.)
June 28, 10:00 AM - Outdoor Worship & Picnic
August 9-12 - 5:30-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
Volunteer opportunities
Month of May - Ladies Brunch vs Men’s Brown Bag: "The Drawer" - Bring new packaged socks and underwear to donate.
TBD - The Drawer Volunteer Opportunity
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 4/28/26
This Sunday, May 3rd
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed for this Sunday
Front Door Greeter
Acolytes
Liturgist
Tech Team
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the Sunday volunteer page.
Considering Glendale as your church home?
If you've been worshiping with us for a while and are thinking about making it official, our next New Member Class is coming up in May. It's a chance to learn more about who we are and what we believe, and just as importantly, to get to know other folks in the Glendale community alongside you. You're welcome to attend without committing to join. It's a low-pressure way to gather information, build connections, and discern whether Glendale is the right church home for you.
Date and time coming soon! In the meantime, reach out to Pastor Brenda or Sandy in the church office with any questions.
We'd love to have you there!
Note from local elementary school
I wanted to take a moment to update everyone on our pantry needs, as it’s been some time since our last request. To ensure supplies are used efficiently and nothing remains idle throughout the summer, we're aiming to collect about 10 of each item listed below. Your continued generosity and support make a tremendous difference, and we’re grateful for your help! - School Social Worker
Here’s what we currently need:
Salt
Rice
Flour
Tomato Sauce
Paper Towels
Laundry Detergent
Feminine Products
Toilet Paper
Cleaning Supplies
Diapers (Sizes 3 & 4)
Deodorant
Toothpaste
Thank you again for your kindness and for always stepping up to help our community!
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is May 13th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Watch our very own community member perform in Unlabeled Theatre Company next presentation:
Once Upon A Mattress - May 14-24, Buy tickets here.
Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, Winnifred the Woebegone, showed up. Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test, marry her prince and help Lady Larken and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. For after all, a princess is a delicate thing.
Ladies’ Brunch with a purpose - May 16th at 10a
Bring new packaged socks and underwear (kids, ladies, mens) to the Ladies Brunch - we are challenging the Men's Brown Bag group to see who can bring in the most underwear.
Here is a list of most needed items received from "The Drawer":
Boys Large (L) Underwear
Boys Extra-Large (XL) Underwear
Girls Extra-Large (XL) Underwear
Girls Large (L) Socks
Boys Small (S) Socks
Girls Small (S) Socks
Women's socks
Men's socks
Month of May Donation Collection - "The Drawer" - The Drawer's mission is to provide Warmth and Dignity through NEW Socks and underwear.
"At The Drawer, we believe that something as simple as a new pair of socks or underwear can provide more than just comfort, it can restore dignity, spark confidence and remind someone that they’re not forgotten and are worthy of respect."
If interested, we can also volunteer at "The Drawer" - let the church office know if anyone is interested and we can pick a date. More information and a video about volunteering here can be found at: https://www.thedrawer.org/bundle-with-us.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
April 29, 9:30 AM - Women’s Bible study begins Adam Hamilton study of “The Holy Spirit: God’s Presence And Power At Work In Us”.
May 2, 8:00 AM-12:00 Noon - Spring Cleanup
May 7, 5:30 PM - Glendale Golfers begins again
May 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 - Unlabeled Theater Company’s performances of "Once Upon a Mattress". Buy tickets here.
May 31 - Graduation Sunday (pre-k, elementary, middle school, high school, college, business school, technical school, trade school, etc.)
August 9-12 - 5:30-7:30 PM - Summer VBS with Holy Trinity of Prior Lake - location Glendale UMC
Volunteer opportunities
Month of May - Ladies Brunch vs Men’s Brown Bag: "The Drawer" - Bring new packaged socks and underwear to donate.
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
August 9-12 - Summer VBS at Glendale
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 4/21/26
This Sunday, April 26th
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed for this Sunday
Front Door Greeter
Acolytes
Tech Team
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the Sunday volunteer page.
In case you missed it - MN Reconciling Congregations’ Spring Gathering - recording available
The recording of "Welcoming the Whole Person: The Journey Toward LGBTQIA+ Clergy Leadership!" the panel presentation at the April 18 MN Reconciling Congregations Spring Gathering is available on the MN Reconciling Congregations website.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is May 13th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Watch our very own community member perform in Unlabeled Theatre Company next presentation:
Once Upon A Mattress - May 14-24, Buy tickets here.
Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, Winnifred the Woebegone, showed up. Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test, marry her prince and help Lady Larken and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. For after all, a princess is a delicate thing.
Month of May - "The Drawer" - Bring new packaged socks and underwear (kids, ladies, mens) to the Ladies Brunch - we are challenging the Men's Brown Bag group to see who can bring in the most underwear. "The Drawer" - The Drawer's mission is to provide Warmth and Dignity through NEW Socks and underwear.
"At The Drawer, we believe that something as simple as a new pair of socks or underwear can provide more than just comfort, it can restore dignity, spark confidence and remind someone that they’re not forgotten and are worthy of respect."
Here is a list of most needed items received from "The Drawer":
Boys Large (L) Underwear
Boys Extra-Large (XL) Underwear
Girls Extra-Large (XL) Underwear
Girls Large (L) Socks
Boys Small (S) Socks
Girls Small (S) Socks
Women's socks
Men's socks
If interested, we can also volunteer at "The Drawer" - let the church office know if anyone is interested and we can pick a date. Volunteers help with counting and sorting our sock/underwear inventory, as well as putting these items into "bundles" for distribution. More information and a video about this process can be found here: https://www.thedrawer.org/bundle-with-us.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
April 15 & 22 - NO Women’s Bible Study - Restarts April 29 while waiting for supplies.
April 26 - Sunday/Funday - 5:00-6:30 pm - Bonfire Night - Burger Bar - S'mores - Yard Games - come join the fun!
May 2 - 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon - Spring Cleanup - watch for updates.
May 7 - 5:30 PM - Glendale Golfers begins again
May 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 - Unlabeled Theater Company’s performances of "Once Upon a Mattress". Buy tickets here.
Volunteer opportunities
April 25, 5:00-6:30 pm - Feed My Starving Children - Eagan - Volunteer Opportunity
Month of May - Ladies Brunch vs Men’s Brown Bag: "The Drawer" - Bring new packaged socks and underwear to donate.
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 4/14/26
This Sunday, April 19th
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed for this Sunday
Tech Team
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the Sunday volunteer page.
April 18 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Is the gloomy weather getting you down?
Are you tired of the same old breakfast?
Is your coffee no longer doing its job?
Well, then we’ve got just the thing for you! Join us on Saturday April 18, 2026 @ 10AM for Ladies’ Brunch! If you are able bring a breakfast or lunch dish to share. Little ladies and gentlemen are welcome!
Grab those smarty pants friend of yours and choose your table mates wisely, because we are playing TRIVIA!!!! There will be PRIZES for the smartest table!!!
If trivia isn’t your thing…… just come for the food, fellowship and really bad Noah’s Ark jokes.
We are saving a seat just for you and we cannot wait to see you at brunch!!!
April 18th - MN Reconciling Congregations’ Spring Gathering
Welcome spring by attending the Minnesota Reconciling Congregations' Spring Gathering on April 18 from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm at Holy Trinity United Methodist Church, 16150 Arcadia Ave SE in Prior Lake. The event starts with a gathering time and potluck lunch in the lower level Fellowship Hall followed by a program in the upper level Sanctuary.
This year will feature a panel discussion that will cover the theme of "Welcoming the Whole Person: The Journey Toward LGBTQIA+ Clergy Leadership." Hear from clergy, laity, and a conference superintendent about how our churches can go beyond our vote and on to welcoming the whole person leading our congregations.
We hope to see you there!
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is May 13th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Watch our very own community member perform in Unlabeled Theatre Company next presentation:
Once Upon A Mattress - May 14-24, Buy tickets here.
Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, Winnifred the Woebegone, showed up. Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test, marry her prince and help Lady Larken and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. For after all, a princess is a delicate thing.
SAVE THE DATE:
Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
April 15 & 22 - NO Women’s Bible Study - Restarts April 29 while waiting for supplies.
April 18 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM - Ladies’ Brunch
April 18 - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM- Minnesota Reconciling Congregations' Annual Spring Gathering - Holy Trinity United Methodist Church
April 20 - 6:00 -7:00 pm - Lego Building Fun
April 25 - Feed My Starving Children - Eagan - 5:00-6:30 pm - Volunteer Opportunity
April 26 - Sunday/Funday - 5:00-6:30 pm - Bonfire Night - Burger Bar - S'mores - Yard Games - come join the fun!
May 2 - 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon - Spring Cleanup - watch for updates.
May 7 - 5:30 PM - Glendale Golfers begins again
May 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 - Unlabeled Theater Company’s performances of "Once Upon a Mattress". Buy tickets here.
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 4/7/26
This Sunday, April 12th
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Lori Terhaar
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed for this Sunday
Liturgist
Greeter
Tech Team
Acolyte(s)
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the Sunday volunteer page.
LAST WEEK TO DONATE:
Help Thrive Youth buy Animals for Heifer International
During Lent Thrive kids will have a box to fill with coins they will be saving them for Heifer International. We are planning to purchase: Dream Basket $120.00 and Food Basket $20.00.
*Remember to bring your boxes of coins to church on Sunday, April 12. We will collect them during the children’s moment during worship.
For more information on Heifer International, check out their website here: Heifer International.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is April 8th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
April 8 - 5:30-7:00 pm - Thrive - we will meet at 5:30 for a small meal of Pasta this week and then the kids in pre-school-5th grade will gather together downstairs and learn about "The Lost Sheep and The Lost Coin" - watch for exciting plans for last two weeks of Thrive in May.
ADULTS - Your Help is needed:
Exciting news for adults attending Thrive on Wednesday, April 8th! We’re planning to assemble around 200 prayer bead chains to share with our congregation and friends, and your help is essential to make this happen. After our meal, while the pre-school - 5th graders are enjoying their lessons downstairs, we invite you to join us for a collaborative bead chain crafting session. No experience is needed—just a willingness to participate and connect with others. It promises to be an enjoyable evening filled with creativity and camaraderie. We hope to see you there!
Glendale Social Gathering - April 11th at 6:30 pm
This is a relaxed, come-as-you-are event where we can connect and enjoy each other's company. Come enjoy a beverage (non-alcoholic and alcoholic will be available) and some charcuterie. Feel free to bring yourself, a friend, and/or food/beverage to share.
There will be supervision and crafts/entertainment provided free for the kids so families can come too All are welcome to come join in good conversations and enjoy some good food! See MaLissa or Victoria for more information.
April 18 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Is the gloomy weather getting you down?
Are you tired of the same old breakfast?
Is your coffee no longer doing its job?
Well, then we’ve got just the thing for you! Join us on Saturday April 18, 2026 @ 10AM for Ladies’ Brunch! If you are able bring a breakfast or lunch dish to share. Little ladies and gentlemen are welcome!
Grab those smarty pants friend of yours and choose your table mates wisely, because we are playing TRIVIA!!!! There will be PRIZES for the smartest table!!!
If trivia isn’t your thing…… just come for the food, fellowship and really bad Noah’s Ark jokes.
We are saving a seat just for you and we cannot wait to see you at brunch!!!
April 18th - MN Reconciling Congregations’ Spring Gathering
Welcome spring by attending the Minnesota Reconciling Congregations' Spring Gathering on April 18 from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm at Holy Trinity United Methodist Church, 16150 Arcadia Ave SE in Prior Lake. The event starts with a gathering time and potluck lunch in the lower level Fellowship Hall followed by a program in the upper level Sanctuary.
This year will feature a panel discussion that will cover the theme of "Welcoming the Whole Person: The Journey Toward LGBTQIA+ Clergy Leadership." Hear from clergy, laity, and a conference superintendent about how our churches can go beyond our vote and on to welcoming the whole person leading our congregations.
We hope to see you there!
Watch our very own community member perform in Unlabeled Theatre Company next presentation:
Once Upon A Mattress - May 14-24, Buy tickets here.
Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, Winnifred the Woebegone, showed up. Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test, marry her prince and help Lady Larken and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. For after all, a princess is a delicate thing.
SAVE THE DATE: Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
April 8 - NO CHOIR
April 11 - Glendale Social Gathering - 6:30 PM
April 18 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM - Ladies’ Brunch
April 18 - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM- Minnesota Reconciling Congregations' Annual Spring Gathering - Holy Trinity United Methodist Church
April 20 - 6:00 -7:00 pm - Lego Building Fun
April 25 - Feed My Starving Children - Eagan - 5:00-6:30 pm - Volunteer Opportunity
April 26 - Sunday/Funday - 5:00-6:30 pm - Bonfire Night - Burger Bar - S'mores - Yard Games - come join the fun!
May 2 - 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon - Spring Cleanup - watch for updates.
May 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 -Unlabeled Theater Company’s performances of "Once Upon a Mattress". Buy tickets here.
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 3/31/26
This Sunday, April 5th - Easter!
10:00 AM - Palm Sunday Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed for this Sunday
Liturgist
Greeter
Tech Team
Acolyte(s)
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the Sunday volunteer page.
Sunday Sermon Series: "Why Did Jesus Have to Die?"
February 18-April 5, 2026
The cross stands at the heart of our faith-and it also raises some of the biggest questions we carry: Why did Jesus have to die? Did God need that suffering? How does something that happened so long ago change anything for us today?
If you've ever thought, "I believe in the crucifixion... I just don't fully understand it," you're not alone.
This Lent, we'll explore these questions together-not to arrive at easy answers, but to go deeper into the mystery and meaning of what happened on that cross.
(Inspired by Adam Hamilton's book of the same title)
Help Thrive Youth buy Animals for Heifer International
During Lent Thrive kids will have a box to fill with coins they will be saving them for Heifer International. We will collect the money during Children's Moment from the kids on Sunday, April 12.
*Remember to bring your boxes of coins to church on Sunday, April 12.
For more information on Heifer International, check out their website here: Heifer International.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is April 8th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Adults, Your Help is needed: April 8 - 5:30-7:00 pm:
Exciting news for adults attending Thrive on Wednesday, April 8th! We’re planning to assemble around 200 prayer bead chains to share with our congregation and friends, and your help is essential to make this happen. After our meal, while the pre-school - 5th graders are enjoying their lessons downstairs, we invite you to join us for a collaborative bead chain crafting session. No experience is needed—just a willingness to participate and connect with others. It promises to be an enjoyable evening filled with creativity and camaraderie. We hope to see you there!
Glendale Social Gathering - April 11th at 6:30 pm
This is a relaxed, come-as-you-are event where we can connect and enjoy each other's company. Come enjoy a beverage (non-alcoholic and alcoholic will be available) and some charcuterie. Feel free to bring yourself, a friend, and/or food/beverage to share.
There will be supervision and crafts/entertainment provided free for the kids so families can come too All are welcome to come join in good conversations and enjoy some good food! See MaLissa or Victoria for more information.
April 18th - MN Reconciling Congregations’ Spring Gathering
Welcome spring by attending the Minnesota Reconciling Congregations' Spring Gathering on April 18 from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm at Holy Trinity United Methodist Church, 16150 Arcadia Ave SE in Prior Lake. The event starts with a gathering time and potluck lunch in the lower level Fellowship Hall followed by a program in the upper level Sanctuary.
This year will feature a panel discussion that will cover the theme of "Welcoming the Whole Person: The Journey Toward LGBTQIA+ Clergy Leadership." Hear from clergy, laity, and a conference superintendent about how our churches can go beyond our vote and on to welcoming the whole person leading our congregations.
We hope to see you there!
SAVE THE DATE: Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
Lent
February 18th (Ash Wednesday)-April 5th (Easter Sunday)
April 1 - NO Thrive or Soup Suppers
April 3 - 6:00-7:00 pm - Good Friday Service - "Praying Light into the Shadows" - A Good Friday Service with Prayers, Music, Poems and Candles by Rev. Kathryn Schreiber ©2017
April 5th - Easter!
April 1 -Tickets for Unlabeled Theater Company’s next show, "Once Upon a Mattress," go on. Buy tickets here.
April 4th - Dress for Success Volunteer Opportunity - 12:30-4:30 pm
April 11 - Glendale Social Gathering - 6:30 PM
April 18 - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM- Minnesota Reconciling Congregations' Annual Spring Gathering - Holy Trinity United Methodist Church
April 20 - 6:00 -7:00 pm - Lego Building Fun
April 25 - Feed My Starving Children - Eagan - 5:00-6:30 pm - Volunteer Opportunity
April 26 - Sunday/Funday - 5:00-6:30 pm - Bonfire Night - Burger Bar - S'mores - Yard Games - come join the fun!
May 2 (tentatively) - 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon - Spring Cleanup - watch for updates.
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer, Calendar pages. Besides these webpages, you can check our Facebook page for upcoming events.
Church Happenings - Week of 3/24/26
This Sunday, March 29th
10:00 AM - Palm Sunday Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed for this Sunday
Liturgist
Greeter
Tech Team
Acolyte(s)
Thank you to the volunteers who have helped out previous weeks! For more information on volunteering during worship, please check out the Sunday volunteer page.
Sunday Sermon Series: "Why Did Jesus Have to Die?"
February 18-April 5, 2026
The cross stands at the heart of our faith-and it also raises some of the biggest questions we carry: Why did Jesus have to die? Did God need that suffering? How does something that happened so long ago change anything for us today?
If you've ever thought, "I believe in the crucifixion... I just don't fully understand it," you're not alone.
This Lent, we'll explore these questions together-not to arrive at easy answers, but to go deeper into the mystery and meaning of what happened on that cross.
(Inspired by Adam Hamilton's book of the same title)
Reminder: March 29, 2026 - Community Conversation
Our next Community Conversation has been rescheduled to Sunday, March 29th, 2026, after worship. This is your chance to connect, share, and dream together! Come and hear what's happening across our leadership teams, celebrate our wins, and add your voice to the conversation as we continue growing into who God is calling us to be. Whether you have big ideas, quiet questions, or just want to listen and learn - you belong at the table!
Lent Study & Soup Suppers
Wednesdays, February 18-March 25
Join us Wednesday evenings for a simple meal together (5:30-6:00 pm), followed by a 30-minute worship service. We'll be following the study from our Bishop and District Superintendents:
“To Be Made Well: Healing Stories in the Gospels”
Thrive Class for children pre-school - 5th grade - Lessons on Holy Week and Easter following Soup Supper
Easter Egg-Stravaganza - This Saturday 3/28
Volunteers Needed! Come join the fun and help out as you can to serve our community.
Help Thrive Youth buy Animals for Heifer International
During Lent, Thrive kids (preschool-5th grade) will have a box to fill with coins they will be saving them for Heifer International. We are planning to purchase:
1) Dream Basket $120.00
Heifer’s Dream Basket is filled with shares of a sheep, heifer, goat, rabbits, and a flock of chicks. Women will also learn how to feed and care for their livestock.
and
2) Food Basket $20.00
The gift of a Food Basket:
Helps famers get food to families
Includes Fresh produce, honey, coffee, and dairy products
Teaches farmers to Pass on the Gift to their neighbors in need.
We will have a big glass jar that you can drop your spare coins into to help the kids make their goal.
For more information on Heifer International, check out their website here: Heifer International.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is April 8th at Eagle Ridge Middle School, located at 13955 Glendale Road, Savage, MN. The volunteer hours are from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
We have drivers to deliver food to clients who cannot travel to Eagle Ridge Middle School, and volunteers to help distribute food at the school. For more information, please contact Glendale at 952-894-5394.
Glendale Social Gathering - April 11th at 6:30 pm
This is a relaxed, come-as-you-are event where we can connect and enjoy each other's company. Come enjoy a beverage (non-alcoholic and alcoholic will be available) and some charcuterie. Feel free to bring yourself, a friend, and/or food/beverage to share.
There will be supervision and crafts/entertainment provided free for the kids so families can come too All are welcome to come join in good conversations and enjoy some good food! See MaLissa or Victoria for more information.
April 18th - MN Reconciling Congregations’ Spring Gathering
Welcome spring by attending the Minnesota Reconciling Congregations' Spring Gathering on April 18 from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm at Holy Trinity United Methodist Church, 16150 Arcadia Ave SE in Prior Lake. The event starts with a gathering time and potluck lunch in the lower level Fellowship Hall followed by a program in the upper level Sanctuary.
This year will feature a panel discussion that will cover the theme of "Welcoming the Whole Person: The Journey Toward LGBTQIA+ Clergy Leadership." Hear from clergy, laity, and a conference superintendent about how our churches can go beyond our vote and on to welcoming the whole person leading our congregations.
We hope to see you there!
SAVE THE DATE: Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
Lent
February 18th (Ash Wednesday)-April 5th (Easter Sunday)
Wednesdays, February 18th-March 25th, 5:30p - Soup Suppers, followed by:
Lenten Study for teens/adults: "To Be Made Well: Healing Stories in the Gospels"
Thrive Class for children pre-school - 5th grade: Lessons on Holy Week and Easter following Soup Supper'
NO Soup Suppers during Holy Week (Palm Sunday 3/29-Easter Saturday 4/4)
April 3 - 6:00-7:00 pm - Good Friday Service - "Praying Light into the Shadows" - A Good Friday Service with Prayers, Music, Poems and Candles by Rev. Kathryn Schreiber ©2017
April 5th - Easter!
March 28 - Easter Egg-stravaganza - 10:00-11:00 AM - looking for volunteers.
March 29, after worship - Community Conversation
March 29 - Sunday Funday - 5:30 PM - Young people 6th grade and up. - We will be making clay bead bracelets - bring your creativity. Meal is Pasta Bar and dessert is Ice Cream Bar
April 4th - Dress for Success Volunteer Opportunity - 12:30-4:30 pm
April 11 - Glendale Social Gathering - 6:30 PM
April 18 - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM- Minnesota Reconciling Congregations' Annual Spring Gathering - Holy Trinity United Methodist Church
April 20 - 6:00 -7:00 pm - Lego Building Fun
April 25 - Feed My Starving Children - Eagan - 5:00-6:30 pm - Volunteer Opportunity
May 2 (tentatively) - 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon - Spring Cleanup - watch for updates.
June 12 & 13 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace Volunteer Opportunity
Glendale Small Groups & Volunteering
For additional information on small groups to join or volunteer opportunities, check out the Small Groups, Community Outreach, or Worship Volunteer pages. If you are interested in starting a small group, please contact Pastor Brenda and/or the church office for additional guidance.
See the weekly church email, the calendar below, and/or check our Facebook page for upcoming events.