#WeAreFirstPres Stories: Glenna, Full of Glee
Surely you’ve heard her infectious laughter, or been wrapped in her joyous embrace! Glenna, full of glee, has been a First Pres Covenant Partner since October 2019. Her relatively short time in our Church Family has already made a forever-impact for the Kingdom. Every Sunday you’ll find Glenna greeting, hugging and seating on the Angel Wing side of the Sanctuary during Traditional worship. Hers is a life on fire for Christ— seeking Him with her whole heart, mind and spirit, Glenna aims to share His redemptive, captivating love with everyone.
With a deep desire to get involved, Glenna looked for ways to serve upon arriving at First Pres. Initially as Table Leader for the Pastors Class, and now as an Usher, cheerleader, spirit lifter, prayer warrior, and small group teacher, among other roles, Glenna’s goal is to share the truth of God’s Word with all who’ll hear. She says, “If we’re willing, He’ll provide opportunities in unsuspecting places. All you have to do is get up and be available. He’ll make a way.” In her words, “The blessing of being an Usher is who you meet — if you come down my aisle, I’m going to know who you are before I find you a seat! After all, what’s better than going somewhere and having someone happy to see you? That’s the best thing in life! That’s what I try to do every Sunday!”
Glenna never intended to be an Usher, but saw a need and answered the call. She thought, “The best thing a church can do is love people exactly the way they are — I can certainly do that!” With particular care for our seniors, Glenna intentionally slows down, to make our elder members feel seen and valued. Glenna says, “There are moments of grace in front of our face, but we miss them because we’re going so fast.”
One moment of sheer elation happened on a Saturday when Glenna was out to lunch with a friend. A couple at a nearby table waved as though they knew her, which prompted a conversation to reveal that Glenna was often their Usher at Sunday services. While chatting in the restaurant, the couple shared that they were to become Covenant Partners of First Pres the very next day. Determined to see her new friends join our Covenant Family, Glenna awoke early to witness such a special moment in the life of our church. “We’re a group of believers who get together to worship God, and the outpouring of our worship is service to others,” she said, “above all, I trust Him, and He provides the ability and places to be loving and understanding.”
Glenna says it’s the unexpected blessing of her lifetime to serve as an Usher, encourage others in their faith, be immersed in the Word through bible-based teaching, and surrounded by a body of believers who live what they preach with intentionality and accountability. A beautiful picture of Jesus, Glenna Lives Missionally to care for, know and love you. She always wants to know one more thing about you that she didn’t know before! Make your way down her aisle this Sunday with a little-known fact for Glenna. She’ll be looking for you with a smile!
Now’s your chance. Get involved!