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OHAAT Beds for Kids Volunteer Event for All Ages!

Saturday, April 27

Located at their NEW warehouse location:

474 Pike Road, Unit C, HV

(same street, different building)

Bed Delivery Volunteers arrive at 8AM

Warehouse Volunteers arrive at 8:30AM

(to help with sorting donations and packing Bedtime Bags)

Gloria Dei will continue collecting the following:

• New Twin Sheets (most needed item)
• New Pillows
• New Blankets
• New Individual Children’s Toothbrushes

Contact Ken at kenneth.j.barber@gmail.com to sign up.

Click HERE to donate funds or goods online.

Worship Services on Sunday, April 28

"Is Faith Worth It: Loneliness?"

8:30AM Traditional Chapel Service

10AM Contemporary Service in the Sanctuary & online

Pastor Brendan will finish his "Is Faith Worth It?" preaching series this Sunday. Religion is on it’s way out in America. For many, faith feels outdated and worn out. For others, faith has even been harmful. What if the problem is how we practice our faith and not faith itself?

During the month of April, we will consider whether faith has a place in our lives today. In a time of declining belief, discover what an authentic, meaningful, and welcoming faith might look like. Who knows, maybe it will be worth it.

Sunday School is available during the 10AM service. Click HERE for more information about Sunday School.

8:30AM in the Chapel with piano, hymns, a message, and Communion served weekly.

10AM in the Sanctuary & online with praise music and a message. To watch online, go to the church website, Facebook page, or YouTube page.

Meet in the Sacred Grounds Café after worship for fellowship, coffee, and treats!

Lectionary Readings for Sunday, April 28, 2024

First Reading: Acts 8:26-40

Psalm 22:25-31

Second Reading: 1 John 4:7-21

Gospel: John 15:1-8

Somerton Interfaith Food Bank Donations

We are now collecting the following needed items:

• Mac & Cheese
• Cereal
• Pasta
• Peanut Butter

Somerton is so appreciative of all the items donated!

Thank you for your generosity!

Gloria Dei Church Endowment Fund

Ernest O. Goelz 2024 Scholarship Award

This scholarship is open to anyone with any type of continuing education plans beyond high school, no matter when you graduated.

Click HERE for the application!

Submission deadline is Friday, May 3.

Please address questions to Endowment Board Chair, Ginny Duffy, at duffy.ginny@gmail.com.

The Labyrinth will be available in the Zabor Room

before & after all three services

on Sunday, May5, 2024

Are you looking for an opportunity to be still, meditate, and talk with God? Then you may find the Labyrinth an ideal way to do this.

While no experience is needed to listen for and talk with the Spirit, instructions for navigating the labyrinth are provided for newcomers and those perhaps needing a refresher. 

Matinee & Munchies

Wednesday, May 8

12PM in Sacred Grounds

“Where Hope Grows” is next month's movie

Bring your favorite beverage, we’ll supply the movie and munchies!

This movie is 1 hour and 35 minutes long.

Questions? Contact Betsy at betsy1344@earthlink.net or Dana at kidsandfamily@gloriadei.com.

**Please note the later start time**

Lunch & Learn

Friday, March 17

12:30PM in Christian Fellowship Hall

Save the date! Sign-ups coming soon.

Questions? Contact Betsy at betsy1344@earthlink.net or Dana at kidsandfamily@gloriadei.com.

Gloria Dei Flea Market

Saturday, June 1, 2024

8AM to 1PM

Gloria Dei Church Parking Lot

Vendor Spots cost $25 for 2 car widths

Click HERE to register today!

 This is a non-refundable, rain or shine event

Food & beverages will be for sale

Supported by Thrivent Financial

The New You Program is starting a new group at Gloria Dei that will begin on Thursday, May 23 at 10AM

New You is a weight loss and maintenance program using behavior modification and accountability. Click HERE to fill out the online application or call 484-846-4079.

Please indicate that you are interested in attending the Huntingdon Valley Group.  

Applicants must have at least 20 pounds to lose to qualify.

Join New You and begin leading a healthier lifestyle!

Set up Online Giving in the

Church Center App!

Online giving is fast, easy, and convenient! Through the app or website, you can give one time or set up a recurring donation from a bank account or a credit card.

Click HERE when using your phone to download the app.

Click HERE when using your computer to go to the web-based version.

Click HERE to watch a 1-minute video on how to give online using the new giving software.

Please contact the church office if you have any questions at gdcoffice@gloriadei.com or 215-947-8200.

MINISTRY TEAM AND OFFICE STAFF

Lead Pastor: Brendan Galvin, bgalvin@gloriadei.com

Senior and Lay Ministry: Betsy Maier, betsy1344@earthlink.net

Kids and Family: Dana Harrison, kidsandfamily@gloriadei.com

Tweens & Youth: Dana Harrison

Praise Band Leader: Chris Schmer, cschmer@comcast.net

Office Staff: Susan Earp, Bookkeeper, finance@gloriadei.com; Jennifer Suit, Office Manager, jsuit@gloriadei.com; gdcoffice@gloriadei.com

Property: David Stryker, Facilities Manager, gdcproperty@gloriadei.com; Jeff DeHaven, jcdwoodworker@comcast.net

Church Council: council@gloriadei.com

Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:30AM-3:30PM; Friday: 9:30AM-1:00PM

215-947-8200

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