Glenn Men’s Group

Glenn Men’s group gathers for fun, fellowship, and friendship.

For questions about upcoming events, contact Wes Griffin.

Events

Glenn Men’s Retreat

Oct 13-15- Men’s Retreat at Lake Lanier

Calling all Glenn Men! Our Glenn Men’s Retreat will be October 13 – 15 at the  Decatur Presbyterian Church Retreat Center at Lake Lanier (click link for more information).   

SCHEDULE

Friday   

Dinner on your own

5:30 – 7:00         Arrive.  Set up sleeping arrangements.

7:30 – 9:00         Evening session.

Saturday

               8:00                      Breakfast.

9:00 – 11:00      Morning session.

               11:30                   Lunch.

               12:30 – 4:00       Organized recreation/Free time.

               4:00 – 5:30         Afternoon session.

               6:00                      Big Green Egg BBQ Dinner.

               7:00 – 8:00         Evening session.

               8:00 (until)          Movie/Music Jam.

Sunday

            8:00                      Breakfast.

               9:00 – 9:30         Short session/worship.

Watch for additional information about the schedule, but it should be a great and meaningful weekend together!

Cost:  $100 / person (includes all meals except Friday). Reserve your spot on the Glenn website in the Events Registration (eservicepayments.com) section or with Wes Griffin, wesgriff@bellsouth.net.  The retreat center can only accommodate up to 34 persons, so sign up now to reserve your spot!

Chuck Horton Men’s Bible Study

Wednesdays, 8-9am at Panera-Emory Village

In loving memory of a faithful Bible study participant and friend, Chuck Horton, join with men of all ages & stages as we read through the Scriptures and share thoughts on our faith journey. Fall 2023 finds us in the book of Jeremiah. For more info, contact the church office or Glenn members Dan MacFarlane or Bill Phillips.

Guys and Guitars

Stay tuned for the next gathering!

Want to jam with other Glenn Men guitarists for a time of fun pickin’ and grinnin’? Contact Ben Ladner:  bladner@glennumc.org or John Wiley:  jfwiley@bellsouth.net.

Ways to Get Involved

We have a need for bus drivers! 

Now that we have begun relaxing our Covid protocols, we have resumed our bus pickups at Clairmont Place and Wesley Woods for Sunday morning worship and for other Glenn events and activities.  If you are interested in helping,  all it takes is a valid driver’s license, a clean background check, and a brief training.  For additional information, contact Susan Pinson - spinson@glennumc.org or Rick Smith - ricksmme@gmail.com 

Ukraine - We continue to be shocked and grieve the tragedies unfolding in Ukraine. Our own United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is receiving donations to provide humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine.  100% of the donations go toward the cause.  If you want to know more, here is a link: How to assist the Ukrainian people - Global Ministries (umcmission.org) 

Giving Thanks

A Reflection from Jimmy Moor
 

This last year has been a challenging one on several fronts in my family. A practice that has helped me through this time has been taking a few moments at the end of the day to note where grace has been present in my life that day. Sometimes I do this as I am getting in bed preparing to sleep. I am often amazed at how many blessings are part of my life when I take the time to name them. Some items are big. Some small. Many ordinary. Some days the list is longer than other days. But grace is always there, and it has helped me to be intentionally aware of its presence in my life. 

As an example, here is some of what I noted on a recent Monday:

*My wife has struggled with back pain for several months. A stimulator was implanted in her back a couple of weeks ago. Monday afternoon it was turned on, and she was feeling relief before we left the doctor’s office. Grateful for doctors, technology, and technicians that work together to ease pain. 

*We have had many friends and colleagues walk with us as Julie has dealt with this pain and other issues. Several knew about yesterday’s doctor visit and checked in to see how she was doing. A blessing. 

*I walked around our cul de sac later that afternoon. A young adult neighbor saw me and came out of his house to ask about Julie. He told me, not for the first time, that he and his wife were praying for us, and ended our conversation by saying, “If you need anything let us know.” That’s a good neighbor. 

*I had to have some work done on an old pick up truck at Meineke near North DeKalb Mall. My son and I went to pick up the truck. The mechanic was an older fellow named Allen. He was friendly, funny, and honest. Our paths may never cross again, but when I left the shop I was grateful for how he made that experience better than it might have been. 

*My cashier at Publix was friendly and courteous. 

*I have food, shelter, clothing, and transportation. I try not to take these things for granted, because I know many do not have them. 

*I was challenged and helped by items in my devotional time. 

“Life is not easy for most of us. It helps me to take stock of the blessings in my life. They are there.” 

- Jimmy Moor