Older Adults

Ministries for Older Adults at Glenn include a wide range of opportunities for fellowship, service, learning, and pastoral support. Wherever you find yourself as the years go by, there is a place for you here. Monthly opportunities include fellowship meals, interesting day trips around metro Atlanta, and pastoral care led by clergy and laity alike. Monthly FriendShip Group Trips & Programs: "Because we're all in the same boat" celebrating the lifetime voyage of faith.

Upcoming Events

FriendShip Group: Visit Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Thursday, October 30, 11:00am

Join with Older Adult Ministries for exploring the exhibits of this neighborhood museum, plus enjoy the fall foliage in the Fernbank Forest on the boardwalk. Tickets are $25 or free admission for Fernbank members & guests – let us know if you have any guest passes to share! RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson.

Where Does Our Recycling Go? Tour of Emory University’s Waste Diversion Center

Thursday, November 6, 12:30pm (meet at Glenn to walk/carpool across campus)

Ever been curious about where your recycling and compost go after you figure out which blue or green bin to use at Glenn?  Join our Older Adult Ministries, Justice Team, and United Women in Faith, in partnership with Georgia Interfaith Power and Light (GIPL), for a tour of Emory’s Waste Diversion Center as a part of Emory’s Office of Sustainability Initiatives. RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson spinson@glennumc.org 404.634.3936, ext. 103.

FriendShip Group: Volunteering at Wellroot Family Services

Thursday, December 11. Details TBA

Monthly Caregivers’ Support Group

3rd Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30pm, Youth and Activities Building (YAAB)

For all family caregivers of aging loved ones, including those with memory loss, dementia, or Alzheimer's disease.  Our monthly support group (third Wednesday of each month) offers confidential encouragement and care. To RSVP, contact our Support Group facilitators: Mackay Asbury or Rev. Susan Pinson (404.634.3936, ext. 103). For 24/7 support, visit alz.org/georgia or call 1-800-272-3900.