Upcoming Events & Announcements
Youth Visit Trinity House
Tuesday, April 21, 4pm | Trinity House
We’ll gather at the YAAB at 4pm to head over to serve at Trinity House together! Sign up here to RSVP and bring food.
Glenn’s Got Talent Show
Sunday, April 26, 9:45am | Ward Fellowship Hall
Join us for the annual tradition of celebrating and encouraging budding talent in music, juggling, magic tricks, and more! *Just about* anything goes as we celebrate the many talents of all ages in our church family! Enthusiastic audience members needed! For more info, contact Rev. Susan Pinson spinson@glennumc.org.
CDC Alumni Networking: Reconnect & Rebuild Together
Monday, April 27, 6pm | Youth & Activities Building
Glenn Church is honored to host this this networking event for public health professionals - especially those navigating RIFs, DRPs, retirements, resignations or new career paths. Reconnect, get support & explore what’s next. More info and RSVP here.
For CDC alums now working in other spaces, join our network to help be support for those still seeking jobs! Alumni signup here.
Class for New Members or for Those Considering Joining Glenn Memorial
Sunday afternoons April 12-May 17, 12:30-2pm | YAAB, lunch provided
Please sign up here if you plan to attend a six-week class for new members or those who are considering joining Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church. Over six sessions, we'll learn about the biblical invitation to discipleship, the foundational theology of the United Methodist Church, and specific opportunities to engage in worship, service, and discipleship at Glenn. At each meeting, Glenn will provide lunch and allow time for fellowship with other new or soon-to-be church members. Joining the class is free, but we ask that you register so that we can plan for food. Contact Rev. Elaine Puckett with any questions.
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Young Adult Book Club
Tuesday, April 28, 7pm | Wesley Room
This month, we’re reading the first half of Liturgies for Resisting Empire: Seeking Community, Belonging, and Peace in a Dehumanizing World by Kat Armas.
High School Bible Study
April 30, May 14, 6-7:30pm | Parlor
All high schoolers are invited to join us for an evening of diving into the word together. Contact Ben Ladner with questions.
Glenn Book Club
Friday, May 1, 12pm | YAAB
The next meeting of Glenn’s book club will be Friday, May 1, at noon in the Youth and Activities Building. We are reading Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. The meetings are open to all who are interested, whether you have attended before or not. We expect a lively discussion of this good book, and invite you to join us. Feel free to bring your lunch! If you’d like to get a head start preparing for our June meeting, mark your calendars for Friday, June 5. Our book that month will be Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer.
Friday Night Bites
Every other Friday; May 1, 15 | The Marlay House
Friday Night Bites Women’s Bible Study will resume on Friday, Jan 9, at The Marlay House. We will be discussing the background of the Revised Common Lectionary, as well focusing on the Sunday readings from the Gospel and Psalms. Contact Sara Mcklin for more information.
Confirmation Sunday
Sunday, May 3, 11am Worship
Help us support our newest members of the church on Sunday, May 3, as members of our Youth Group make the decision to officially commit to Christian discipleship and become a full member of the United Methodist Church.
Youth Choir Spring Concert
Sunday, May 3, 5pm | Sanctuary
Come and enjoy our youth choir as they present a diverse and exciting program of great music.
FriendShip Group: Intergenerational A Cappella Concert!
Thursday, May 7, 11:00am | Ward Fellowship Hall
Join with our monthly older Adult Ministries FriendShip Group AND some of our preschool friends from the Glenn School for Young Children as we enjoy an a cappella concert by The Daylight Chorale, a community chorus of Harmonia Atlanta. RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson spinson@glennumc.org 404.634.3936, ext. 103. (Note this month’s location is the Ward Fellowship Hall in the Church School Building.)
Festival of the Christian Home
Sunday, May 10, 8:30 & 11am Worship Services
Join us for a special worship service celebrating new babies and adults over 90 years old! Plus, at 9:45am, all ages are invited to celebrate the Festival of the Christian Home for our first ‘Small & Tall Ball’ Family Dance & Brunch in the Fellowship Hall. Details & RSVP here. Friends, neighbors, and everyone in between who are looking for something special on Mother’s Day that celebrates all types of families & relationships are invited.
Mother’s Day Offering
Sunday, May 10, 8:30 & 11am Worship Services
The Wesley Woods Mothers' Day offering provides critical funding for charitable financial assistance with housing and meals, pastoral care, and wellness programming to older adults living in a Wesley Woods community (including Virdian Towers and Branan Towers where Glenn Church has connections with residents and staff!). Give online at here or mark an offering envelope/check memo: Wesley Woods.
Senior Banquet
Sunday, May 10, 6pm | Fellowship Hall
Come help us celebrate our high school seniors as they graduate and depart the youth group!
Graduate Recognition
Sunday, May 17, 8:30 & 11am Worship Services
Join us for worship as we recognize graduates at all levels (from preschool to PhD programs!) Submit graduate names for the bulletin here.
Single Moms’ Support Group
Sundays, May 17, 5pm | Parlor
No matter your circumstance or stage of parenting, join us for free confidential care and support and other Moms who “get it.” Led by Keri Challen, a therapist with Aspen Grove Counseling. Contact Rev. Susan Pinson for more info & to RSVP for childcare.
Club 1012
Sundays, May 17, 5pm | Room 211
Club 1012 is for 10*, 11, & 12-year-olds to come share thoughts, worries, goals, or frustrations away from parents & teachers. RSVP here *4th graders still 9-years-old welcome. Led by therapists with CHRIS180 Counseling.
An Evening of Conversation and Book Tour: Betty Ford: First Lady, Women’s Advocate, Survivor, Trailblazer
Wednesday, May 20, 6:00pm | Glenn Sanctuary
Join us as Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Board member, Dr. Chris Keir and Dr. Kevin Kalinsky generously host an inspiring evening of conversation featuring Susan Ford Bales, daughter of Former First Lady Betty Ford, and Lisa McCubbin Hill, #1 New York Times bestselling author. Together, our distinguished guests will share personal reflections, meaningful stories, and thoughtful dialogue on themes of leadership, resilience, and recovery. As we honor Betty Ford’s legacy as a champion for both breast cancer awareness and recovery, the program will also include special remarks from Dr. Joe Lee, President and CEO of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. More info and tickets available here.
Pentecost
Sunday, May 24, 8:30 & 11am Worship Services
Join us to celebrate the birthday of the church! Pentecost marks the beginning of the Church’s global mission, and we commemorate the Holy Spirit’s descent among the Apostles. After the 11am worship service, we’ll join in a beloved tradition at Glenn with 12 birthday tables where we celebrate our own birthdays!
FriendShip Group Lunch & Learn: Safer Falling Techniques with Judo
Wednesday, May 27, 11:00am | Youth & Activities Building
Join with our monthly Older Adult Ministries FriendShip Group for a lunch & learn with Atlanta Judo Midtown presenting a program to help seniors build confidence and resilience through movement with their techniques to “fall better; fear less.” $5 donation for lunch. RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson spinson@glennumc.org 404.634.3936, ext. 103.
Bite Nite
Friday, May 29 | YAAB
All high school youth are invited to join us for a night of scavenger hunting in Atlanta followed by a lock-in at the YAAB. Contact Ben Ladner with questions.
Family Vacation Bible School
June 1st-5th, 5:00-6:30pm | Church School Building.
All ages are invited to join the fun of Vacation Bible School in the evenings for toddlers through teen helpers with their grownups for family fun together learning Bible stories through crafts, singing & dancing, games, science experiments, crafts, & more. This year’s theme is Snowball Mountain Challenge, so we’re opening up registration just in time to be inspired by the Winter Olympics! Register children, youth, and adult volunteers here.
FriendShip Group Visits the Carlos Museum’s Compassion Exhibit
Wednesday, June 3, 11:00am | Carlos Museum
Join with the FriendShip Group Older Adult Ministry to visit the Carlos Museum's new exhibition on Compassion: What Moves You? The experience invites visitors to explore what motivates us, moves us, and gives us purpose; how we find empathy and resonance in one another through our shared humanity and diversity; how and why we sometimes fail to be moved, fail to find common purpose, and neglect to protect or help others in need; and what we can do to address that. $8/senior rate or free with Emory ID. We'll meet at the Glenn Church amphitheater at 10:45am to walk over together. RSVP with Rev. Susan Pinson 404-634-3936, ext. 103.
Glenn Summer Camp
Weeks of June 8, 15, 22 and July 6 & 13 | 9:00am - 1:00pm, Monday-Friday (except Friday, June 19)
Toddlers through rising 5th graders enjoy hands-on science, drama, clay-working, cooking, nature explorations, and music with two experienced teachers per class. An art teacher will offer additional fun experiences! Each class offers indoor free play, outdoor fun, water table play, reading and writing time, and safe socializing throughout the day.
Register here. Questions? Contact Director Carol Wilson at 404-634-3936.
Branan Towers Summer Picnic
Monday June 22, 11am | Branan Towers
Branan Towers will have their annual summer picnic with Glenn on Monday, June 22. The theme this year is a beach party with beach music. The Gum Strummers will perform and there will be picnic food and games. Please join us; it's an all generational event. If you are able to join us to help with the event, watch for the SignUp Genius in the coming weeks. Contact Diane Bryant for additional information.
Glenn Youth Voices of Grace: Southern Harmony Tour - Registration now open!
Week of July 11 - July 17
Sing, explore, learn, and serve at exciting and interesting locations and venues in the Southeast United States:
Birmingham - Sing in worship.
- Visit Civil Rights Institute, 16th St. Baptist Church.
Memphis - Birthplace of much soul, R&R, gospel music.
- Elvis Presley Graceland home.
- Racial justice missional service.
Nashville - Experience Ryman Auditorium.
- Tours of Vanderbilt, Belmont, Fisk Universities.
- Visit Opryland. Lots of music-scene opportunities.
- New gospel music museum.
- Missional service.
22 talented youth and 7 adult chaperones travel to Birmingham, Memphis, and Nashville, bringing music, service, and social-justice engagement to each community we visit.
Scholarships are needed to help offset trip costs! For more information, scan the QR code or visit http://www.glennumc.org/give then navigate to the Youth Choir Tour & Mission Trip 2026 “Donate” page. For more information, contact Youth Choir Director Wes Griffin or Director of Youth Ministries, Ben Ladner.
Grow Day Camp
Week of July 20-24 | 8:30am --5:30pm Mon-Thu; 8:30am-12:30pm Fri.
Rising 1st grade through 6th grade. Camp Glisson staff hosts a week of faith & fun at Glenn Church! Glisson Grow Day Camps brings the powerful experience of camp ministry to local churches. Packed with activities that contribute to learning new skills and building Christian community, the focus throughout is for each camper to grow deeper roots in their faith (grow spiritually), in their ability to work as a team (grow socially), and in self-confidence as a loved child of God (grow individually). More info & register at www.growdaycamps.org.
Art Camp
June 29-July 3 and/or July 20-24, 9am-1pm
Immerse your child in a fun-filled week of creativity. Throughout the week, we'll explore the works of various artists and create our own masterpieces. $220 per week • Ages: 4-10. Please send your child with a water bottle and lunch each day. To register, email aleadalfio@gmail.com with your address and phone number. Led by Ms. Stacy Brodbeck & Ms. Alessandra England
P's and Cues Adventure Camp
June 29-July 3, 9am-1pm | Church School Building
Join us for silly fun in this “one of a kind” camp experience with interactive puppet shows, crafts, storytelling, music, & recreation. More info & register at psandcues.com/summer camp.
On-Going Events
Snack in a Backpack
Thursdays | Youth and 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. For more info, contact us here or Sign up here.
Music Workshop for Youth & Kids
Wes Griffin will be providing regular opportunities for both vocal and instrumental music learning and training on Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm in the Assembly Room of the Glenn Youth and Activities Building. The workshop will be catered to youth, grades 6 – 12 but will also be available for younger children on a case-by-case basis. For more information, contact Wes at wesgriff@bellsouth.net. Glenn Youth Music Workshop Sign Up
Disaster Relief
We surround in prayer all those affected by natural disasters and violence. The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is an international relief organization supporting emergency and longterm support across the globe. To give to UMCOR via Glenn Church, click here. Additionally, the Glenn Church Good Samaritan fund is used to support local needs for emergency relief for food and utilities bills for those in need. Give to the Good Samaritan fund here.
Heart to Heart Walking Group
Wednesdays, 9:30am
Meet in the Amphitheater for a “heart to heart” walk around Emory’s campus with Rev. Susan. All ages – including little ones in strollers – welcome! Weather or mood-depending, we might end up walking laps in the gym or down to Emory Village for a cup of coffee! We will walk the pace and amount of time that works best for each person – no pressure! RSVP so we’ll know to look for you - Rev. Susan spinson@glennumc.org!
Monthly Caregivers’ Support Group — Free!
3rd Wednesdays of each month, 4:30-5:30pm | 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 Mackay Asbury or Rev. Susan Pinson. 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.
Adult Sunday School Classes
Sunday School classes gather on Sunday mornings at 9:45am in the Church School Building. Learn more here.
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.
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.