Upcoming events.
Promotion Sunday
June 2 will be our Promotion Sunday. Kids Quest and GCC Youth will be starting in their new classes with their upcoming grade level!
High School Camp
This camp is for any students going into high school or still in high school.
To register or find more information, click HERE
Child Dedication Sunday
Child Dedication Sunday will be on Fathers Day, June 16th!
This is for any child in Kids Quest (birth-5th grade) who has not yet been baptized. If you wish to dedicate your child, please register your family for our Child Dedication Class on June 9th. You can register by clicking HERE
VBS - Pool Party!
June 17-21 from 6-8 p.m. each evening, we’ll be hosting an in-person VBS called Pool Party for kids going into Pre-K through 8th grade.
Dive into summer fun! Kids will discover how Jesus can transform their lives as they splash into all the fun and learning VBS has to offer. Every day we will be exploring the life of Jesus through immersive lessons, snacks, and games.
T-shirts are available with every registration while supplies last. To guarantee a t-shirt in your child's size, please have them registered by May 26.
Everyone will receive the music digitally when you register. CD are available, as well.
This is going to be an incredible week and we don’t want anyone to miss out—so invite your kid’s friends, neighbors, and classmates to get in on this Pool Party VBS fun!
If you have questions, please contact Leah Brown at leah@glendalechristian.org or 417-881-7614
To register or find more information, click HERE. We can’t wait to see your kids at VBS!
Middle School Camp
Middle School Camp from Sunday, July 7 to Friday, July 12 is for anyone who will be going into 6th-8th grade for the 2024-25 school year.
This year at Maranatha, the theme is, "Jesus is Essential.” We will be digging deeper into Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. Jesus is the only way to the Father. Life cannot be found anywhere else. That is how we know that JESUS IS ESSENTIAL!
To register or find more information, click HERE
MBC Beginner's Day Camp 2024
Beginner's Camp on Saturday, July 13 is for anyone who will be going into Kindergarten or 1st grade for the 2024-25 school year. 1st Graders who attended this camp as a Kindergartener have the choice of this camp or Overnight Camp.
A parent must join their kid for the day. It is for safety reasons with swimming and activities. It is also a great opportunity for kids and their parents to see what Maranatha Bible Camp is all about!
This year at Maranatha, the theme is, "Jesus is Essential.” We will be digging deeper into Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. Jesus is the only way to the Father. Life cannot be found anywhere else. That is how we know that JESUS IS ESSENTIAL!
To register or find more information, click HERE
MBC Overnight Camp 2024
For 1st and 2nd graders
Overnight Camp from Monday, July 15 to Tuesday, July 16 is for anyone who will be going into 1st or 2nd grade for the 2024-25 school year. If your 1st grader DID NOT go to Beginner's Day Camp, please chose that camp for them to get them more comfortable with the camp before an overnight. If you would still like them at overnight camp, please contact Leah Brown to discuss this.
This year at Maranatha, the theme is, "Jesus is Essential.” We will be digging deeper into Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. Jesus is the only way to the Father. Life cannot be found anywhere else. That is how we know that JESUS IS ESSENTIAL!
To register or find more information, click HERE
MBC Elementary Camp 2024
For Grades 3rd-5th
Elementary Camp from Wednesday, July 17 to Saturday, July 20 is for anyone who will be going into 3rd-5th grade for the 2024-25 school year.
This year at Maranatha, the theme is, "Jesus is Essential.” We will be digging deeper into Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. Jesus is the only way to the Father. Life cannot be found anywhere else. That is how we know that JESUS IS ESSENTIAL!
To register and find more information, click HERE
Senior Game Fellowship
Seniors, join together in the foyer at GCC for a fun time of fellowship and games!
When: May 17 from 4-6 PM
Where: The GCC Foyer
What: Mexican Train Dominoes... with a new game each time!
Bring: Your own drink and a friend!
Cookies are provided!
Maranatha Bible Camp Work Day
Join us as we help Maranatha get ready for their Summer camps! Please stay tuned for more information!
Maranatha Bible Camp
18131 Highway WW
Everton, MO 65646
Bullfrogs and Butterflies
Glendale Christian Church will be taking a group of students in grades 1st-2nd to Maranatha Bible Camp (MBC) for Bullfrogs and Butterflies. This retreat is a hands on day of exploring the truths of God's word through His creation, so that children from a young age will understand the power of God's Word to direct their lives.
To find more details and to register, click HERE
Girls Trip To Branson
Reserve your spot now for a weekend getaway where friendship, laughter, and fun come together for our first ever Women of Glendale Girls Getaway. Whether you are needing activity and a bit of adventure or just some relaxation, we’ve got it covered. Register for the whole weekend (capped at 33 registrations) or just join us for Saturday.
The lodge that we have chosen has indoor swimming, private hot tub, bonfire pit, walking trails to the lake, movies, a pool table, and more! Plus, there will be time to enjoy many of the other things Branson has to offer, like Sight and Sound Theater, shopping, and great places to eat!
For more details and to register, visit the registration page here
Connecting To Glendale
Join us for a luncheon where you can learn more about who we are and what we believe! GCC Staff and leaders will be present to meet and ask questions.
To RSVP, click here
Jr. Bash
Glendale Christian Church will be taking a group of students in grades 3rd-6th to Maranatha Bible Camp (MBC) for Jr. Bash. Jr. Bash is a fun, high energy event for 3rd - 6th graders that provides a faith building experience for young people so that they may know what we believe and why we believe it!
More details on the registration page! Attendees must register and fill out forms HERE
Eggstravaganza
Eggstravaganza is a family-friendly, fun, interactive event that shares the true story of Easter. Kids will experience, and have a chance to interact with, different aspects of the Easter story, while still having fun and being a kid! When not interacting with the Easter story, kids will be able to participate in other activities, such as bounce houses and yard games. At 10:50 and 11:50 a.m., we will be having egg scrambles to collect Easter eggs. This is a come-and-go event; feel free to come anytime between 10 am and noon!
To register, click Here
Connecting To Glendale
Join us for a luncheon where you can learn more about who we are and what we believe! GCC Staff and leaders will be present to meet and ask questions.
To RSVP, click here
MOPS/MOMSnext
Come join us and connect with moms going through all the same things as you! We will meet in the church foyer. Please message us at mops@glendalechristian.org with any questions!
Queen City Jehus
Join our car club every first Tuesday of the month! This month’s meeting will take place in room 202 inside the GCC building.
Please contact John Tarbet with any questions at 573-230-4559
Coffee With Linda
Good coffee and conversation! All ladies are welcome! We meet at Architect Coffee, 1604 E. Republic Road, Springfield.
Connecting To Glendale
Join us for a luncheon where you can learn more about who we are and what we believe! GCC Staff and leaders will be present to meet and ask questions.
To register, click here
Tacos and Testimonies
GCC Women’s Ministry presents… Tacos and Testimonies! The event will be held in the church foyer. Come eat tacos and Be encouraged as stories of God’s goodness and faithfulness are shared!
Connecting To Glendale
Join us for a luncheon where you can learn more about who we are and what we believe! GCC Staff and leaders will be present to meet and ask questions.
To register, click here
Carpet Rip Up
Help us get ready for a NEW YEAR and NEW FLOOR by helping us rip up the carpet in the sanctuary after services on December 31st. Pizza will be provided! Please bring box cutters or construction knives if you have them!
Family Sunday
On December 31st (5th Sunday of the month) there will be no Kids Church. Instead, kids will join their families in big church! Activity folders will be provided. We encourage parents to use this as an opportunity to connect spiritually with their children and welcome their questions about God stuff!
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Join us on Christmas Eve for our annual candlelight service! We will sing your favorite Christmas hymns along with the best of the new!
Christmas Sweater Sunday
Wear your ugliest or most festive Christmas sweater for both services (8:30am Traditional and 10:45am Modern) on the morning of December 24th!
Kids Quest Christmas Program
Join us for “Manger Tales” and a whole lot of fun and laughter for the entire family on December 9!
Connecting to Glendale
Join us for a luncheon designed to connect you to Glendale Christian Church! This event is for new members, prospective members, or anyone who is new around here and wants to learn more about who we are and what we believe! We host Connecting to Glendale on the first Sunday of every month.
Please register at the HUB or by filling out this form!
Thanksgiving Meal and All-Church Service
Join us for one big, all-church service on November 19 at 10am. Following the service we will have our annual Thanksgiving meal! Meat, potatoes and rolls and drinks will be provided, just bring a side or dessert to share!
Connecting to Glendale
Join us for a luncheon designed to connect you to Glendale Christian Church! This event is for new members, prospective members, or anyone who is new around here and wants to learn more about who we are and what we believe! We host Connecting to Glendale on the first Sunday of every month.
Please register at the HUB or by filling out this form!
Fall Festival
Glendale Christian Church hosts it’s annual Fall Festival with a trunk or treat, inflatable bounce houses and obstacle courses, games, prizes, live music and more! Plus, it’s all FREE!
Labor Day Weekend - One Service, Family Sunday and Church Picnic!
This Labor Day we will hold just ONE all-church service at 10am. Kids Quest will also be taking a break so all the kids will join us in big church! The nursery will be open for children under 2 years and for families to use as needed. Then, stick around after service for our church picnic! Food will be available indoors with tables and chair set up, but don’t forget to bring your swim suit and head outside to enjoy the water slides!
Back to School Bash
Kids ages 2 - 5th grade will celebrate being back to school and the restart of our Wednesday night activities at the Back to School Bash on August 30th! Water games will be involved to come ready to get wet and bring a towel!
Women's Ministry Ice Cream Social
Join us for a time of fellowship and to learn about more events and opportunities to connect! All ladies (young and old) are welcome!
Make the Connection Week 2
Come see our booths on the South side of the auditorium to learn more about our 4 categories of Connection Groups! Let’s get plugged in!
Kids' Camp (2nd-4th Grade)
Kids' Camp on July 20-22 is for anyone who will be going into 2nd, 3rd, or 4th grade for the 2023-24 school year.
This year at Maranatha, the theme is, "LIVE.” We will be taking a look at the life of David and specifically focusing on several key relationships in his life. In doing so we will see how David’s relationships give us guidance on how we should LIVE our lives and most importantly how his relationship with God shaped every other relationship.
Maranatha Bible Camp is a short drive away, in Everton, MO. Leah will be driving a van down for anyone who wants to come. Please register BY JULY 9 so we know who is coming and are prepared for your child. To register and find more information, visit our registration page here.