Saturday, October 18, Glenwood will be hosting an evangelism seminar from Stefan Gustavsson entitled, “How to Persuasively Communicate the Gospel.” This seminar is designed to be a combination of knowledge and practical training in order to put tools in your hand to confidently communicate the gospel persuasively to those that have legitimate questions. You can pick up a flyer at the table in the foyer with a schedule of what you’ll learn.
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As we look ahead to the holidays, how can we prepare our hearts and homes?
Join us as we continue to build on our understanding of biblical hospitality and explore what that looks like during the holiday season. Listen to a panel discussion about the being a host, being a guest, and navigating challenges. And we'll share ideas for including Christ-honoring traditions in your celebrations. You'll also enjoy a delicious lunch and can participate in an optional workshop creating a gratitude journal.
Cost: $10
Optional Workshop: $5
Join us for the New to Glenwood Luncheon happening on Sunday, October 5 at 12:00pm in Room 305.
Your whole family is invited to join us – and this a great opportunity to get to know a little more about Glenwood, what we value, the ministries available, as well as meeting some staff and others who make up our church family.
Save the date for the All Church Picnic on Sunday, September 21st!
Join us after church for a picnic on the lawn outside the Fellowship Hall. Glenwood will provide hot dogs and drinks -- and you can bring something to share based on your last name:
A - D Dessert
E - Z Salad/Side Dish/Baked Beans/Fruit
Be sure to bring picnic blankets and camp chairs to set up on the lawn. We'll have activities for kids of all ages -- and we look forward to hanging out together!
In case of rain, the picnic will be held indoors.
Join us for the fall Bible study session beginning Monday, September 8th at 7:00pm or Tuesday, September 9th at 9:15am in the Fellowship Hall* for this 11-week study of 1st Samuel.
The book of 1st Samuel introduces one of the most fascinating stories in all of Scripture, the reign of King David. As we trace the lives of several key characters, we'll explore the themes of king and kingdom, pointing us to our divine King, Jesus Christ.
Cost of the study is $25.
Building deep friendships and community are key to a healthy walk with Jesus. We want to help facilitate that community, so we are inviting all young adults ages 18-30 to an end of summer BBQ at the Morgans'. We'll swim, play lawn games, and eat dinner together. There is no cost. For more information and directions, email Jamie Lawson.
LIFE Groups
LIFE Groups are where God's family acts like family. We want each person who joins a group to discover firsthand the joy, responsibility, and growth that occurs from being in intentional community. The people in a LIFE Group are people just like you. Some groups are composed of couples, some a mixture of both singles and couples, and some a mixture of generations. LIFE Groups meet at various homes and times throughout the week.
Church Family Meeting - Sunday, August 17 after 2nd service
Join us after 2nd service to hear several updates on where we're headed as a church. We'll share updates on the reassessment process, give a financial update, and discuss a proposal for a handful of revisions to the church constitution. A document will be available outlining the process for those revisions at the welcome table on Sunday.
Let’s get together as a church family for dinner this summer! We invite you to bring your own dinner and lawn chairs. We will set up a volleyball net and various lawn games. Join us on August 10, on the patio lawn from 5:00-8:00 p.m., come and go as you like.
Glenwood Men are invited to join us on Saturday August 16th, to hike Silver Star Mountain via the Grouse Vista Trailhead. We will be meeting here at Glenwood 7:30 am and carpooling to the trailhead, we anticipate arriving back to Glenwood at 3:30 pm. This event is open to high school age men and up, students under the age of 18 are required to attend with a parent or guardian. Grab a flyer at the foyer table, it will have all the information you need and invite a friend to join!
Course will be closed this week due to preparation for King's Kruz In (Find more info by clicking here!)
The 22nd annual King's Kruz-In is around the corner! Join us for this family-friendly event on August 2, 2025, from 7:30 to 1:00 pm; car registration is open from 7:30 to 10:30 am. We are excited to invite classic car enthusiasts and spectators from around the county to experience Glenwood Church’s hospitality; with over 350 of Portland's and Clark County's finest rods and customs on display, live bluegrass music, BBQ lunch, donuts & coffee booth, lots of kids activities (11:00-1:00), and a raffle drawing for valuable prizes.
The familiar verses of Proverbs remind us to "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths." This is our desire as a church family, so on the third Sunday of each month, we gather to seek the Lord’s direction for our church, to pray for our community, and to pray for the church around the world. We would love you to join us at 8:00 a.m. Sunday, July 20th upstairs in room 305.
Sunday Summer Camp takes place for six Sundays, from August 3rd - September 7th. SSC offers a fun change of pace from our normal Sunday rhythm. PreK – 5th grade students enjoy outside classes, while our Infants – 3s have the opportunity to learn in both the classroom and in our fenced outdoor play area.
Sometimes we ask 'What is God's will for my life?' when we should really be asking 'Who should I be?' The Bible has an answer: Be like the very image of God.