Upcoming Events
30th Annual Atlanta Habitat for Humanity Build
May - July 2024
Glenn will be participating in our 30th annual Atlanta Habitat for Humanity build! This year, we’re building a new home alongside the homeowner, Jemario, and seven other churches: (St. James UMC, St. Luke’s Presbyterian, Holy Innocents’ Episcopal, St. Martin in the Fields Episcopal, Ben Hill UMC, Sacred Heart, St. Mark UMC).
When we partner with Atlanta Habitat, we join them as a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization by building quality, affordable homes alongside the homeowners themselves creating opportunities for families to thrive beyond the build and well into the future. Please join our build! Sign up here.
(IMPORTANT NOTE: REGISTRATION CLOSES 3 DAYS PRIOR TO EACH BUILD DATE).
Click here for more information and build dates.
Atlanta Habitat for Humanity needs your empty aluminum cans!
Through our Recycling For Good initiative, in partnership with Novelis, we use the funds from recycling aluminum cans to build affordable housing. It takes 3 millions cans to build one house – please help us reach this goal by donating your aluminum cans! Your cans directly support our mission of creating access to quality, affordable housing throughout Atlanta.
You can drop off your empty cans, at your convenience, in the trailer in our parking lot, located at 824 Memorial Drive SE Atlanta, GA 30316. When you enter the parking lot from Memorial Drive, the recycling trailer is immediately to the left. Thank you for supporting Atlanta Habitat! IMPORTANT NOTE: please throw the cans into the trailer loose. NO BAGS/TRASH LINERS PLEASE.
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Just News
Sundays, 9:45am, Church School Building Room 422
“Just News” is a new adult Sunday school class that will be guided in its discussion by Micah 6:8 to “do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God.” This class will consider how the framing of stories in the media sometimes obscures justice and leads us to disregard or even support injustice. Attendees are encouraged to bring examples of news coverage of events from the previous week. Contact Rev. Brent if you have questions.
Soap Donations
May 2024
During the Month of May, Glenn will be collecting bars of soap for Georgia Women’s Prison Ministries. This nonprofit organization formed to support the work of the chaplaincy office focused on women incarcerated in the Georgia Department of Corrections. Learn more here. Donation bins can be found in the back of the Sanctuary and in the Church School Building. Bring yours to worship on Sunday!
Monthly Caregivers’ Support Group 3rd Wednesdays — Free!
Third Wednesdays of each month, 4:30-5:30pm
Next meeting: Wednesday, May 15, Youth and Activities Building, 1669 N. Decatur Rd
For all family caregivers of aging loved ones, including those with memory loss, dementia, or Alzheimer's disease. Join us for a monthly support group of confidential encouragement and care. To RSVP, contact our Support Group facilitators: Aubrey and Carol Bush. The location is the Glenn Youth and Activities Building – 1669 N. Decatur Rd with its own parking. Enter the front glass doors facing N. Decatur Rd on the west side of the building. For 24/7 support, visit alz.org/georgia or call 1-800-272-3900.
FriendShip Group: Tour of Emory University’s Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives & Rare Book Library exhibit of “At the Crossroads with Benny Andrews, Flannery O’Connor, and Alice Walker”
Thursday, May 16, 10:30am
Join with our older adult ministries for a tour of this unique exhibit at Emory’s Woodruff Library that shows rare archival photos, journals, letters, original manuscripts, artwork, and personal artifacts to examine how Andrews, O’Connor and Walker overlap geographically as Georgia natives, chronologically during their lifetimes, and creatively through their work. Meet at the Glenn Church School Building amphitheater at 10:15am for the short walk across campus or request a shuttle drop off when you RSVP with Rev. Susan, 404-635-3936, ext 103.
Glenn Goes to the Movies!
May 18
Join the Glenn Justice team for a movie showing of Origin on May 18th. Learn more at glennumc.org/justice.
Scout Troop 18 Annual Plant Sale
May 19, following the 11am service
On May 19th immediately following the 11am church service, BSA Troop 18 will hold a plant sale fundraiser on the Sanctuary lawn. Scouts have spent this spring nurturing the plants to help commemorate Earth Day 2024. The vegetables, herbs, and ornamentals are hearty and ready for spring and summer gardeners to enjoy. Farmstand products such as fresh eggs, fresh squeezed lemonade, honey and jam will also be available for purchase. Proceeds go to support scholarships for Troop 18 programs and memberships.
Pentecost Party!
Sunday, May 19, 10am
All ages invited to celebrate Pentecost - the historic birthday of the Church - when the Holy Spirit came down like fire and a dove on the first disciples. We'll hear the Bible story, have crafts, games, treats, and weather permitting, playground time! Wear RED, ORANGE, & YELLOW if you'd like! Part of Glenn Family Ministries' May Days Family Play Days for Toddlers through Elementary kids WITH their grown-ups to meet & re-connect with Glenn Church friends. Families are also invited to 8:30am worship beforehand in the Little Chapel or 11am worship following in the Sanctuary. Childcare available for Nursery thru Kindergarten. Details & RSVP here.
Help with Decorations & Snacks for Vacation Bible School!
Sunday, June 2, 10am
Bring tents, artificial trees, lanterns, painted bugs & forest animals, etc. to transform the Church School Building to ”Camp Firelight.” Label any props to borrow with your name! Meet in Creation Station, Room 413. Childcare available in the regular Nursery, Toddler/Preschool, and PreK & Kinder rooms and older children can help with decorating! Decorating ideas here. Sign up to help provide snacks here.
Family Vacation Bible School: Registration is now open!
Sunday, June 2 – Thursday, June 6th, 5:00—6:30pm
Join us from June 2 to June 6, from 5pm-6:30pm, and the Family Campout on the playground on Friday, June 7! We hope your family can join us for at least a few evenings! For toddlers through rising 5th graders with their grown-ups, and adult & youth volunteers. Register here!
Dine Out for a Cause: City Barbeque-Decatur
Monday, June 3, all day
Use code "FundA" for online, phone, or in-person orders. See the menu here. Proceeds support our VBS Mission Offering Fundraiser!
Single Moms’ Support Group — Free!
First Tuesdays of the month, Next meeting: June 3, 8pm via Zoom
No matter your circumstance or stage of parenting, join us for confidential care and support. Led by Ruth Cordova, a therapist with CHRIS180 Counseling Services. Contact Rev. Susan Pinson for more info & to receive the Zoom link. Read our blog post about the Single Moms’ Support Group.
Parables Sermon Series
Sundays, 8:30am & 11am, June 2 - July 7
June 2 - Luke 12:13-21 The Rich Fool, Rev. Mark Westmoreland preaching
June 9 - Matthew 13:31-34 The Mustard Seed and a Little Yeast, Rev. Brent Huckaby preaching
June 16 - Luke 16:1-13 The Dishonest Steward, Rev. Mark Westmoreland preaching
June 23 - Matthew 13:24-30(36-43) The Wheat and Tares, Rev. Mark Westmoreland preaching
June 30 - Jeremiah 32 Jeremiah buys a field, Rev. Susan Pinson preaching
July 7 Rev. Jennifer Hansen preaching
Life After Cancer Support Group
First Thursdays of the month from 12noon-1:00pm | Next meeting: Thursday, June 6, 12pm
Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church, Youth and Activities Building (1669 N. Decatur Rd)
For adult cancer patients who are at least one year out of treatment. No matter your diagnosis or treatment facility, join others who understand the emotions during and after cancer. Together we’ll support our journeys to wellness, and decrease loneliness and anxiety about “what next.” With with confidentiality and authenticity, we will process first-hand experiences as oncology patients. Group facilitated by Hilary Cohen, LCSW, Clinical Social Worker with Winship Cancer lnstitute of Emory University. Feel free to bring your own lunch! Contact Hilary for more info and to RSVP: 404-778-4627, hilary.cohen@emoryhealthcare.org
Summer Lecture Series 2024
Faith in Action: How the Scriptures Guide Us Today
Sundays, 9:45am June & July, Ward Fellowship Hall
Each summer, our adult Sunday School classes take a break and combine for the Summer Lecture Series led by faculty of Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. BYOC (coffee). Stay tuned to signup to help provide breakfast treats each week!
Schedule:
June 2 Jehu Hanciles – Migration/immigration and the Church's Witness
June 9 Kevin Lazarus – Methodism and Disability Justice: From Wesley to the UM Social Principles
June 16 Beth Corrie – The March on Jerusalem: Considering Jesus’ Journey Through the Lens of Nonviolent Action
June 23 Roger Nam – Ezra-Nehemiah as Migration Literature: Reflecting on Present Realities
June 30 Arun Jones – Biblical Witness in a Biblically Illiterate World – part 1
July 7 Arun Jones – Biblical Witness in a Biblically Illiterate World– part 2
July 14 Ryan Bonfiglio – What the Bible has to say about Poverty – part 1
July 21 Ryan Bonfiglio – What the Bible has to say about Poverty – part 2
July 28 Tom Elliott – Wesley’s Primitive Physick and UM Social Principles: Christian Faith and Public Health
Youth In-Town Mission Week
Monday, June 3 – Friday, June 7th, times TBA, plus volunteering at Family VBS each evening! For more info, contact Ben Ladner.
FriendShip Group: Lunch & Learn on Brain Health – Signs of Cognitive Decline & Prevention
Thursday, June 27, 11am Youth and Activities Building
Darby Tracey, senior care consultant with Senior Provisions, Inc. will present a lunch & learn – with a complimentary lunch – on Brain Health: Warning Signs of Cognitive Decline and Prevention. Top 10 warning signs of memory loss or cognitive decline. Learn to recognize when it might be time to get a baseline. There are real things you can do daily to help reduce brain aging and maximize your thinking capacity. RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson, 404-635-3936, ext 103.
Glenn Summer Camp
5 weeks: June 10 - 14, June 17 - 21, June 24 - 28, July 8 - 12, July 15 - 19
Glenn Summer Camp offers five week of camp during the summer where children experience hands on science, drama, clay-working, cooking, nature exploration, music and art. Register here.
Camp is held the weeks of June 10, June 17th, June 24th, July 8th and July 15th. Fees are $175 per week for ages 3 through rising 5th graders. Make payments here for your total amount due after you have completed your registration.
Questions? Contact Director Carol Wilson at 404.634.3936 ext. 397 or carolw@glennumc.org.
FriendShip Group: Lunch & Tour of Sunrise Senior Living
Wednesday, July 10, 12noon
Join with our older adult ministries for a tour – with a complimentary lunch –.of Sunrise Senior Living Decatur. For those who are able due to limited on site parking, we will meet at the Youth and Activities Building at 11:30am to carpool. Limited spaces // RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson, 404-635-3936, ext 103.
Glenn Youth Summer Mission Trip
July 21-26, Asheville Youth Mission (AYM), Register here
Join the Glenn Youth for their summer mission trip from July 21-26! The Glenn Youth will work with Asheville Youth Mission (AYM) to serve people in the local community who are in need. AYM works with hungry and unhoused people, as well as on environmental protection projects in the Asheville area.
Base price is $300 per person.
Youth who worked three or more shifts at the pumpkin patch are discounted at $225.
Siblings receive a $25 discount. Scholarships are also available based on need.
For questions on fees and scholarships, contact our Youth Director, Ben Ladner, at bladner@glennumc.org. When registering, please provide names of the youth participating.
FriendShip Group: Volunteer at Intown Cares Food Pantry
Tuesday, August 6, 9:30am-12:30pm
Join with our older adult ministries to volunteer at Intown Cares Food Pantry – with both client service and food sorting jobs available. For those who are able due to limited on site parking, we will meet at the Youth and Activities Building at 9:00am to carpool. Limited spaces // RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson 404-635-3936, ext 103 and volunteer registration required.
On-Going Events
Adult Sunday School Classes
Adult Sunday school classes gather on Sunday mornings at 9:45am in the Church School Building. Learn more here.
Just News
Sundays, 9:45am, Church School Building Room 422
“Just News” is a new adult Sunday school class that will be guided in its discussion by Micah 6:8 to “do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God.” This class will consider how the framing of stories in the media sometimes obscures justice and leads us to disregard or even support injustice. Attendees are encouraged to bring examples of news coverage of events from the previous week. Contact Rev. Brent if you have questions.
Glenn Chancel Choir
Last rehearsal week before summer break!
The Glenn Choir is open to singers, high school age and above! All voice parts are needed and welcome to join! We rehearse before worship at 10am and sing regularly in 11am worship. Read more about Music at Glenn. For more info, contact Michael Dauterman or Käthe Wright Kaufman. Regular rehearsals: Wednesdays, 7-9pm and Sundays, 10am, Sanctuary.
Snack in a Backpack
Will resume in the fall! Thursdays, Youth & Activities Building
Snack in a Backpack provides food to children who are at risk of hunger on the weekends. The program currently serves approximately 400 children, including 40 children in refugee families. Volunteers gather on Thursday afternoons in Glenn’s Youth and Activities Building (YAAB) located at 1669 N. Decatur Road to set up, pack food bags, and load food into vehicles for school deliveries. Volunteers are also needed during the week to shop, deliver food to schools, and unload food bank deliveries at Glenn. Learn more about Snack in a Backpack here. Contact Deborah Marlowe (dmarlowe@emory.edu) for more information.
Children's Ministry
Check out our Children’s ministry page here. Contact Rev. Susan Pinson for more info on all things Kids @ Glenn.
Youth Ministry
Check out our Youth ministry page here. Contact Ben Ladner for more info on all things Youth @ Glenn.
Young Adult Ministry
Check out our Young Adult ministry page here. Contact Rev. Brent Huckaby for more info on all things young adult ministry, including connecting with Emory Wesley Fellowship college student ministry.
A Smarter Workout
Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:30am | YAAB Gym
Meet with a community of mostly women 50 and over who enjoy conversation, camaraderie and laughter, oh, and exercise! The class is led by Susan Lee, group fitness instructor and personal trainer. We rotate different types of exercise for a functional, healthy, strong body – and have lots of fun doing it! Modifications are encouraged and we never push each other to perform. Judgment is forbidden, especially from yourself. All are welcome! For more info, contact Susan Lee (brentandsusanlee@gmail.com) or text Susan at 404/408-3202.
Support Groups
We offer support groups for single moms, caregivers, those experiencing grief, and more. Learn more here.
Weddings at Glenn
Did you know that Glenn has a team of lay members who help facilitate weddings? Being a part of this ministry is a joyful way to show welcome and love. For more info on joining our wedding ministry, contact Edie Twomey.
Give Flowers for Sunday Worship
Have a special birthday, anniversary, or a memorable date coming up? Sign up here to give flowers for our 11am worship in the Sanctuary.