Week of March 24 Activities & Announcements

CONNECT WITH GLORIA DEI!

Click HERE to download the Church Center app!

Great news! The Lift from the Sanctuary to Christian Fellowship Hall and the Chapel is now operational!

Did you know Gloria Dei has a TikTok profile?

Click HERE to go to our account. Or click the TikTok icon at the top or bottom of this page to start following Gloria Dei today!

Vespers Meditation Night

Tuesday, March 25

6–7pm

Join us for an evening of prayer, reflection, and meditative Christian music.

Our very own Julie Menken will be leading us in music and reflection using Lenten themes and scripture.

Click HERE to register.

Yoga on Tuesday, March 24

in the Zabor Room

Gentle Yoga at 10am

Gentle Chair Yoga at 12pm

Please arrive 15 minutes early

Gentle Yoga is a 60-75 minute class. Please bring your own mat. If you do not have a mat, one can be provided.

Gentle Chair Yoga is a 45 minute class. No equipment or previous Yoga experience needed!

Both classes are led by JoAnne Monahan, a certified Kripalu and Chair Yoga Instructor.

If you are new to coming to Yoga, please email JoAnne before coming for the first time for information at jpmonahan92@gmail.com.

Men’s Ministry

Wednesday, March 26

8:30am in Sacred Grounds

Gather for fellowship, coffee, and donuts!

Email Ken for more information at twobarbersjr@gmail.com.

Men's Ministry meets the second and fourth Wednesday every month

Small Groups

It's not too late to join a Small Group! There are spaces available in groups that meet Wednesday evening (followed by trivia!) at Time Out On Pine and Sunday morning at church.

Click HERE to sign up for a group that works with your schedule!

Small Groups are a great way to build new relationships, grow in your faith, and feel supported by a group of caring friends.

For this Small Group session, we are chatting about the book The Walk: Five Essential Practices of the Christian Life by Adam Hamilton.

Click HERE to purchase the book or borrow it from your local library as you are able.

There are some copies available at the church for purchase for $12.

OHAAT's Dine & Donate

at PJ Whelihan’s Pub + Restaurant in Horsham

Thursday, March 27 from 4-11pm

No child should have to sleep on the floor. Help OHAAT end child bedlessness in the Philadelphia area by dining at PJ Whelihan’s in Horsham! Dine there or take out.

Remember to mention that you’re dining for OHAAT when you place your order, and 15% of your order will go directly to OHAAT!

101 Easton Road, Horsham, PA, 19044 (map )

Click HERE to learn more about OHAAT, to volunteer, and to donate.

Tween and Teen Pizza Making Party

Sunday, March 30

5-7pm

You’re invited to an Awesome Pizza Making Party & Flag Football Game at Gloria Dei Church!

We’ll start by making our own delicious pizzas, then gather for a fun game of flag football. Whether you're a pro or just want to hang out, it's all about having fun!

Bring your friends and get ready for a evening of great food, laughter, and friendly competition.

Click HERE to register.

Thrivent Cho ice Dollars

One More Week!

Thrivent Financial members have until March 31, 2025 to direct their 2024 Choice Dollars. Please consider directing your charitable grant funds to Gloria Dei Church!

You may:

Speak with your Thrivent Financial Advisor.
Click HERE to go to Thrivent Choice online.
Click HERE for information on how to direct your Thrivent Choice Dollars.
Call 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Choice” when prompted.

Thank you for your consideration!

The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed. Proverbs 11:25

Gloria Dei is Hiring!

Maintenance Manager

Part Time Position

This person serves the church by managing the care and maintenance of the church building, grounds, and equipment. This position oversees the day-to-day and long-term maintenance and operation of the church. When necessary, the Maintenance Manager will assume the responsibilities of the Property Manager in their absence. The position averages 20 hours per week.

Click HERE for the full job description and to apply.

Thank you to Pastor Brendan and to our talented musicians, tech booth personnel, & ushers who brought you the Sunday, March 23 worship services.

Tech Team:

-Ken Barber

-Rick Graber

-Michael McNulty-Bobholz

Musicians:

-Dave Barber, drums

-Daniella Ceraso, vocals

-Lisa Ceraso, vocals

-Aaron Harris, Music Director (8:30 & 10)

-Jamie Johnson, baritone (8:30 & 10)

-Mary Jones, keyboards

-Patrick Meeks, Assistant Music Director

Fascism and the Church: A look at Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Sundays through April 6

from 11:15am-12:30pm

in Sacred Grounds

Join Pastor Brendan as we talk about the Christian response to fascism in World War II, and look at the history of these movements.

Click HERE to sign up if you have not already done so!

Feast of Justice Volunteer Packing Night

Thursday, April 10

5-8pm

3101 Tyson Ave., Phila., PA 19149

Meet at Feast of Justice and volunteer for their Pantry Express Pick-up (PEP) packing night!

Click HERE to register to join in on this fun volunteer opportunity! Anyone ages 10 and up can volunteer.

Volunteers put together boxes of dry goods to be distributed to families or work in the front foyer to give out the boxes along with fresh food. Anywhere from 40-60 families typically receive food during a PEP shift.

Next volunteer date is Thursday, May 8.

Palm Sunday Community Brunch

Sunday, April 13

Everyone is welcome to this Community Brunch immediately following ONE 10am, family-friendly Palm Sunday worship service.

This is a wonderful opportunity to gather, share a meal, and connect as a church family and community.

Click HERE to register.

Gloria Dei's Annual

Easter Egg Hunt

Sunday, April 13

Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt following our 10am family-friendly Palm Sunday service!

Children from preschool through 5th grade are invited to participate in the hunt. Meet us at 11:15am by the preschool playground in the parking lot.

A tote will be provided to collect all the eggs, and of course stay for brunch after the egg hunt.

Look out for the Easter Bunny, who will be there for photos!

Click HERE for more information and to register today!

Congratulations to Gloria Dei's Lead Pastor, Reverend Brendan Galvin, on his Ordination!

Thank you as well to Bishop Bryan Penman, Bridget Galvin, other members of the Southeastern PA Synod (SEPA) along with our talented musicians, tech booth personnel, altar guild assistants, ushers, and hospitality team who made the Ordination Service and Potluck Dinner possible.

Click HERE to watch the service!

OHAAT is Hiring!

Are you looking for a new role that delivers life changing impact in the lives of children in need in our community every day? Then click on the following for more information: