ANNOUNCEMENTS
Join us for worship each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. We are excited to make our worship accessible to those who want to worship with us at Gloria Dei who are not physically able to be with us in the nave. All worship services are offered in person in the Nave and virtually via our website at https://gloriadeilutheranchurch.net/livestream/
First Light (Sunday School)--Our Sunday School program, First Light, is on Sunday mornings, 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m., in the Simeon Center. This class is for all ages.
Suppers at Capri--For those who have RSVP’d, we will meet at Capri Pizza and Italian Restaurant, 227 Fox Hill Rd., on Tuesday, January 20, at 6:00 p.m.
Join Pastor and others at Capri Pizza and Italian Restaurant, located at 227 Fox Hill Rd., on Tuesday, February 24, at 6:00 p.m. We will have a meal together and share in conversations around Scripture. At the end of our time together, we will share Holy Communion. Invite your friends and family. Please, RSVP to Peggy in the Church Office by Tuesday, February 17; we want to make sure the restaurant is prepared for our group being there. You are responsible for the cost of your meal and a generous tip.
Winter Fellowship Walk--Join fellow congregants for a stroll through the woods with prayer and fellowship. All ability levels welcome, rain or shine! Contact Eric Olsen with any questions, 757 510-0839. When: January 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Meet inside the Ranger Station at Sandy Bottom Park, and we will start our hike around 2:15 p.m.
Women of Gloria Dei WELCA--We meet at Pour Girls at 7:00 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month. Our next get together is Monday, January 26th. Whether you're new or a regular, all are welcome to join us for good conversation and great company.
First Communion--First Communion classes will be offered at 6:45 p.m. on Wednesdays, February 4 and February 11. This class is open to all ages. You should plan for your child to attend both classes. Please note, that your child should have this class before they begin Confirmation. We will celebrate their First Communion during Sunday morning worship on Sunday, February 15. To sign up, please call, 757-851-2838, or email Peggy in the Church Office, psipes@gloriadei.net.
Annual Pancake Supper and Ash Wednesday Worship--Wednesday, February 18th, Pancake Supper, 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Pancakes, sausage, fruit cocktail & hot drinks will be served with a free will offering toward the Women of the ELCA's ministry effort in making personal care kits for Lutheran World Relief. Ash Wednesday Worship at 7:00 p.m. Ash Wednesday is the doorway to the season of Lent. This will be a service of Communion, and the optional order for the imposition of Ashes will be offered.
Wednesday in Lent--February 25 – March 25, Soup Supper at 6:00 p.m., Worship at 7:00 p.m. This year, our theme for our five Wednesdays in Lent is Conversations with Jesus Each of the following five Wednesdays, we will have a simple soup supper, beginning at 6:00 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. Please sign up on the sheet in the Atrium or contact Kevin M. at 757-288-0268 if you are interested in helping in the following areas: making soup, helping with setup, serving the soup, and cleaning up for our Wednesday evening Lenten Soup Suppers.
Fellowship Bible Study-- Fellowship Bible Study meets from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. every Tuesday in the Simeon Center. We use a study called Daily Faith Practices published by the ELCA. For information, please email Sharon Padula at slpadula1@gmail.com.
Flower Calendar--The 2026 flower calendar is posted just outside the Nave for those wishing to give flowers for our Sunday worship services. Our most immediate vacancies include: February 22, March 1, 8, 22, 29. These flowers cost approximately $65.00. You may designate your flowers in celebration of something, in memory of someone, in honor of someone, to the glory of God, etc. You will be billed directly by Jeff’s Flowers, Of Course. Thank you!
Community Bible Study--Our weekly Community Bible Study, held at H.E.L.P., 329 Buckroe Avenue, is held on Wednesdays at noon. All are invited to attend.
Lunch & Learn Seminars--The 2026 Lunch and Learn series is on the fourth Tuesday of every month. This is a free opportunity to learn more about the featured topics as we hope to raise awareness and improve resiliency in ourselves and our community. Please visit the PPCC website to view upcoming topics and to pre-register: https://peninsulapastoral.org/events/?blm_aid=18276
Wonderful Wednesdays--Click to register or for more information
Prayer Shawl Ministry--“God's Work. Our Hands"
This is exactly what the Prayer Shawl Ministry does. By creating shawls and blankets to show God's love to members of the congregation, we are using our hands for God's work. Each time we meet, we work on creating a gift for someone that needs a gesture of love. Please consider joining us on the second Sunday of the month to share in our ministry and fellowship. After putting our needles to work, we often head to Capri for lunch. You would be welcome to join us. If you have any questions, contact Rita Foringer at rforinger@verizon.net.
Life Groups at Gloria Dei--Joining or creating a small group in your church offers a unique opportunity to grow deeper in your faith and build meaningful connections. If you feel the call to host a small group and/or to join a small group, please email Pastor at pastordave@gloriadei.net.
Little Library Donations--Our Little Library, located at the middle set of doors, gets a lot of action from parents as they are dropping off or picking up their children. We are asking that you please consider donating any children’s books by placing them on the back counter at the Information Desk. These books will be used to refill when the Little Library gets low on books. Thank you for your generosity.
School Employment Opportunities--Gloria Dei Lutheran School has the following positions available:
*Part-time Bus Drivers
*Director of Food Services
*Afternoon Child Care Aides
*Building and Grounds Assistant
*Substitute Teachers (preschool, elementary, and middle school)
If you are interested in applying, you can find an application online at http://www.gdlshamptonva.com/school-forms. Once completed, you may turn it in to the School Office at 250 Fox Hill Rd., Hampton, VA 23669, attention: Lisa Dadez.
Cereal Offering--Running late? Short on time? We will have milk and a small selection of cereals available before worship each Sunday morning, beginning in September. Please visit the Coffee Bar for available cereal choices.
Cross and Crown is a wonderful ministry enabling youth to participate and serve in worship, and there are always opportunities available. Please contact the church office if you would like to serve.
Make a Joyful Noise!--If you are interested in singing with the choir, singing in a small ensemble or solo, or playing an instrument on Sunday mornings, please contact Brandon Spence, bspence@gloriadei.net. Choir rehearsals are now on Sundays at 11:00 a.m.
The coffee bar is open before and after services and is in need of coffee creators! Please contact the church office if you would like to serve!
Lay Assistants, Readers, Ushers, Greeters, and Altar Guild are all in need of extra help. Please contact the church office if you would like to serve!
Deadline for Weekly Articles--The deadline for articles to be added to the Weekly is Tuesday by noon of each week.
