Church Happenings - Week of 1/27/26
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, February 1st
9:15 AM - Sunday Morning Prayer Team - classroom 1
10:00 AM - Worship Service - Pastor Brenda North
11:00 AM - Fellowship Time
Volunteers needed for this Sunday
Front Door Greeters
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.
NEW! Community Resources webpage
Struggling with mental health? Or, do not know what you can do to help our neighbors during these stressful and chaotic times? See the new Resources webpage for more information.
Thrive - Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 5:30 pm
We'll start by enjoying a small meal of Spaghetti & Meatballs and of course buttered noodles, followed by:
This week we will have a large group session led by Pastor Brenda and Jen,
the adults/parents will enjoy a special evening led by Catie and Brad Levenick.
Everyone, please join us.
THRIVE’S Bible story is Love Is... from I Corinthians 13. God loves you so you can love everyone, too.
Glendale UMC will be volunteering with The Open Door Food Pantry
Next volunteer opportunity is February 11th 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.
***Request for donations from Local School***
Items still needed:
Paper bags
Spaghetti and sauce, Sugar, Flour, Tea, Eggs, Oil, Milk, Rice, Potatoes, Any Fruit, Maseca (corn flour in chonks for making tortillas/arepas), Salt, Pasta, Rice, Pinto Beans (dry, no cans), 2 Roll pkgs Toilet Paper, Toothpaste, Soap Bars (2 per bag), Laundry soap (small containers, like from dollar store), Diapers (size 2/5/6), Wipes, Oatmeal, Pancake mix, Granola bars, Corn (canned), Fruit snacks, Cleaning supplies, Paper products
***Thanks to all who have already donated. It is greatly appreciated! There is still a big need for donations at this time. Thanks for considering donating again or for the first time.
***Big News!***
Summer Camp Registration is now open!
Get ready for an amazing summer packed with outdoor fun, creative activities, meaningful worship and Bible study, and plenty of time to make new friends and unforgettable memories.
Come experience Christ, Creation, and Community this summer at Northern Pines, Koronis Ministries, and Kowakan Adventures
For more information on how to register, click on the link: How to Register.
*New and Exciting - Ladies' Brunch beginning Saturday, February 21, 2026
Tired of eating the same old corn flakes?
Is your coffee not fueling your morning?
Need some company and lighthearted conversation with people who get it?
Well friend, I’ve got just the thing for you!!
Join us on Saturday, February 21, 2026 @ 10:00AM for an intergenerational Ladies’ Bruch! That’s right ladies of all ages (this includes little ladies too!) are welcome! We’ve planned the menu and trust us we’ve got plenty of coffee, along with warm hearted ladies who have saved a seat just for YOU! Yes, for YOU!!!
And we cannot wait to see YOU at our monthly Ladies’ Brunch!
SAVE THE DATE: Upcoming Glendale Events to Mark on Your Calendar
January 31st, 9:00a - CORE Team Retreat
February 2nd, 5:00p - SPRC
February 2nd, 6:00p - Trustees
February 21st, 10:00a - BRAND NEW: Ladies’ Brunch at Glendale UMC
February 22nd, 5:00p - Sunday/Funday - Game Night
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 for the church calendar or check our Facebook page for upcoming events.