We at Glendale UMC want you to know that no matter: Where you’ve come from or where you are going; what you believe or what you may doubt; what you are feeling or just not feeling; what you have or don’t have; and no matter the color of your skin, who you love or how you identify – all of who you are is welcomed into this community of faith by a God who loves you and knows you by name.
Worship for Sunday, October 13, 2024:
In Person + Live Online @ 10am
Weekly Note from Pastor Steph Dodge
This week I’ve been able to sit out on my deck and work during the day. It’s strange being able to do that in August without melting. With the lower humidity and lower temps this week and the shade from the trees in my backyard, it has been almost perfect back there. So perfect, in fact, that I kept finding myself staring off into the trees and forgetting to get my work done which, I suppose, is okay once in a while since this cooler weather will certainly not last.
Where are the places where you could get lost all day? Where are the places that bring you life?
This Sunday @ 10am, we will read Psalm 84 as we look at the place the Psalmist says one day is better there than a thousand elsewhere. Come join us as we seek out the places that give us life.
Rev. Steph Dodge
Lead Pastor
Glendale UMC – Nashville
Nursery + Childcare // Sundays from 9:45-12:15am
Infants & children are always welcome in worship! However, we know that it might be easier for parents, grandparents, guardians and caregivers of young kids if they play in this safe + fun place just for kids during worship. Our nursery is staffed with experienced caregivers that have undergone a comprehensive background check. Find more information on our nursery here.
Worship at Glendale // Sunday @10amCT
Worship at Glendale is an inclusive experience for all people that includes a message of God’s unending love + grace, upbeat music and a growing community of people with diverse faith journeys, backgrounds + experiences, sexual orientations + gender identities. We have live ASL Interpretation and communion is served with grape juice rather than wine with an option of gluten free bread. We practice an open table where all people are welcome – no matter what. #YallMeansAll
This Sunday’s Message:
Places That Give Us Life by Rev. Steph Dodge
If you will be joining us in person:
Masks are optional for all indoor services + events. However, we have extra masks available for anyone who would prefer to wear one.
If you will be joining us online:
Find the worship livestream on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch or on our website here at 8amPT/9MT/10CT/11ET.
Kids, Youth + Adult Groups // Sundays @ 11am
Glendale Kids Small Group // Sunday @ 11am
CALLING ALL KIDS AGES 5+! We are rolling through our Route 66 drive through the Bible each week—right now we are exploring the New Testament! We will have games, science experiments and crafts all about the Bible passage of the day! Find us in the Glendale Kids’ room on the first floor right after worship! Questions? Reach out to our Glendale Kids’ Leader Caddie.
Glendale Youth // Sunday @ 11am
Our youth group meets after worship every Sunday @ 11am in the youth room for a time of devotion, music, Bible study and to hang out with one another. Some of our weekly gatherings will be outside of Glendale as we build connection, serve others + explore our faith together out in the world!
Questions? Reach out to us!
Adult Group // Sunday @ 11am
Stay after worship as we continue our exploration on the sermon and scripture of the day. We will review the main points of the sermon and then do a deep dive into the Bible passage it was based on to discover what other lessons we can draw from it, share how we may have been inspired by the passage, and explore what practical actions we can take to live out God’s Word in our faith journeys. Come + bring your thoughts and questions with you each week! Questions? Reach out to Ben.
Glendale Sunday Brunch
Sundays Following Worship @ 11:15am
Want to go grab a bite to eat after worship? Come and eat with us at a different nearby restaurant each Sunday! This will be a great time to meet someone new or deepen our friendships over some delicious food. Meet up with the group leader (who will be holding up a sign) after worship each Sunday and we will head on over! All are welcome to join! Questions? Reach out to Steven.
LifeGroups + Small Groups
Want to join a LifeGroup?
These groups are intentionally smaller gatherings of our church community that meet regularly to journey together in faith + life. Our groups meet at restaurants, in each others’ homes, coffee shops and other places around the Greater Nashville Area to deepen their faith, have fun and serve in mission together.
If you are interested and/or have a question about our LifeGroups, reach out to Chris.
Prayer Group
Tuesdays @ 10am at the church
All are invited to be part of our prayer group gatherings as we pray for our community and the world while working to deepen our individual prayer lives. Interested or have any questions? Reach out to Gwen.
Coffee and Theology Adult Group
Meets Monthly
We dig into theology over coffee every other Friday night. Topics like Hell and who is Jesus has been recent topics we’ve looked at. We’d love for you to join us. Bring your thoughts and questions and join us for some good conversation. Interested or have any questions? Reach out to Steve.
Glendale Foodies
Meets Monthly
Looking to check out new restaurants around Nashville? This group is for you! We will find a new local eatery each month – all ages are welcome to join! Questions and RSVP: Reach out to Ben
LGBTQIA+ Parents and Allies Group
Meets Monthly
Our LGBTQIA+ Parent and Allies Group has formed to help us be even more intentional in our support, advocacy, and care of our LGBTQIA+ siblings at Glendale and throughout our Greater Nashville community! This group will be at the front doors and around the sanctuary during worship services if you are ever in need of a hug, resources or to talk. Interested or have any questions? Reach out to Heather.
Have questions about any of our small groups or are we missing something you would be interested in? Email Pastor Steph
Even though we are not able to meet in person, your financial gifts still support ongoing mission + ministry – check out these ways you can easily continue to help support Glendale:
1. Send in your check to Glendale UMC, 900 Glendale Lane, Nashville, TN 37204.
The mailbox is checked daily.
2. Donate via Venmo, Cash App or on PayPal.
via Venmo by searching for @GlendaleUMC
via Cash App by searching for $GlendaleUMC
or via PayPal directly at PayPal.me/GlendaleUMC
3. Donate online at GlendaleUMC.org/Give.
(You can also set up weekly or monthly recurring giving so you
don’t have to worry about it in the future.)
4. Give on Facebook through the DONATE button on our Facebook page here.