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.