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.