Church Happenings - Week of 1/6/26
Pastoral Care & Support
Need a listening ear or a caring presence? Pastor Brenda and our compassionate church members are available for visits during times of illness, loss, or when you simply need someone to talk to. To arrange a visit, please contact the church office at (952) 894-5394 or reply to this email. We're here for you!
This Sunday, January 11th
9:15 AM - Sunday Morning Prayer Team - classroom 1
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship time with Coffee & Donuts
Volunteers needed for this Sunday
Front Door Greeter
Acolyte
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.
**Note - Pastor Brenda will be on vacation 01.12.26-01.27.26**
Thrive - Wednesday, January 7, 2026 - 5:30 pm
We'll enjoy a small meal of sandwiches and of course buttered noodles, followed by singing and sledding.
*Don't forget to wear your sledding clothes!
THRIVE’S Bible story is Love Is... from I Corinthians 13. God loves you so you can love everyone, too. This is what our elementary kids will be learning 7 January – 11 February!
Ask each other what you remember about: • Paul • Corinth • Love • God’s love • Faith, hope, love
Although this passage is often used at weddings, the original context was addressing multiple relationships in a community. The church at Corinth was having a terrible time getting along. They argued that some people were more important and had more gifts from God than others in their community. These verses helped to address this argument. It is still an important passage today!
Men’s Ministry (Brown Bag) - Note New Time: 2nd and 4th Tues -12.30 PM
Men’s Ministry Change: Beginning immediately, a big change is coming to the Brown Bag Ministry program at Glendale Church. We will be meeting for lunch on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 12:30 PM.
The meetings will take place in the big room in the basement at the end of the hall. All men of Glendale are invited and welcome. So, make yourself a bag lunch and join us.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is January 14th 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.
Come support one of our members during a performance with Unlabeled Theatre Company!
Performances: January 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, and 25, 2026
Where: Gremlin Theatre, 550 Vandalia St., St. Paul, MN
Tickets are on sale now at Unlabeled Theatre Company Presents: Something Rotten!
Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge Choir
Sunday, January 18, 2026 - during worship
Join us for worship as we welcome the Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge Choir. They will lead our service with their inspiring songs and testimonies. We will also present a special love offering to the choir and follow the service with a potluck lunch. More details to follow.
Sunday/Funday - January 25, 2026 - 5:00-6:30 PM
Youth will follow the luminary lit path as they experience the grounds of Glendale in a whole new way! Listen to the snow crunch under your boots and take in the moonlight as you gaze upon the star filled sky.
Once your journey is complete, come in and warm up with a cup of hot cocoa! Breakfast is what’s for dinner! Grab a coloring book (you get to keep it!), then a seat, and chat with friends as you color the night away!
There will be cinnamon rolls and prizes too! Because what’s youth night without a door prize! Bring a friend or two and get extra entries!
*Note: if the temps are too low for an outside evening stroll, staff will set up a luminary trail inside for youth to explore!
We cannot wait to see you! RSVP with the church office today!
SAVE THE DATE: Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
January 7th, 5:30p - THRIVE returns - *Bring your sledding clothes!
January 12th-27th - Pastor Brenda on vacation
January 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, and 25 - Unlabeled Theatre Company Presents: Something Rotten!
January 18th, during Sunday Morning Worship - The Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge Choir
January 25th, 5:00-6:30p - Sunday/Funday - first event of 2026
See below for other small groups and volunteering opportunities
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 below for the Church Calendar for this week and next.
