This is an intentional safe space for our LGBTQIA+ only community to gather for real talk and to support each other. We’ll submit anonymous questions into a bucket and engage with them as a community. Pizza is provided! This Real Talk Y’all is open to anyone who is part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Allies, we love you and we’ll see you at our other Glow events!

Glow by Open is sponsored in part by a Ministry-With Grant from the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. Glow is a space designed specifically by and for LGBTQIA+ folks to come together in creative, Christ-centered community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here!

Pub Theology is a group for folks with questions about God and life. We meet at a local bar for a discussion-based group. Leaders lead a mini presentation on the topic and what history, the Bible, and other theologians may have to say about it. Our questions examine the topics through the lens of the individual’s life experiences in the group.

Spring 2025 Topics:

• February 6—Method to the Madness: John Wesley and the Foundations of Methodism

• March 6—Gosh Daring: Fictional Blasphemy

• April 3*—Father Abraham Had Many Sons: Abrahamic Religions

• May 1*—It's the End of the World as We Know It: The Apocalypse

*April and May topics tentative and may switch.

Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Alyssa.

Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.

Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).

Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.

NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.

Pub Theology is a group for folks with questions about God and life. We meet at a local bar for a discussion-based group. Leaders lead a mini presentation on the topic and what history, the Bible, and other theologians may have to say about it. Our questions examine the topics through the lens of the individual’s life experiences in the group.

Spring 2025 Topics:

• February 6—Method to the Madness: John Wesley and the Foundations of Methodism

• March 6—Gosh Daring: Fictional Blasphemy

• April 3*—Father Abraham Had Many Sons: Abrahamic Religions

• May 1*—It's the End of the World as We Know It: The Apocalypse

*April and May topics tentative and may switch.

Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Alyssa.

Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.

Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).

Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.

NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.

Celebrate the Christmas season with your friends from Glow! We will meet up for food, fellowship, and a gift exchange. Bring a wrapped, unlabeled, goofy gift (low or no cost) to swap. If you would like, you can also bring a dessert to share. All are welcome Sunday, December 15, at 7pm in Flinn Hall.

Pub Theology is a group for folks with questions about God and life. We meet at a local bar for a discussion-based group. Leaders lead a mini presentation on the topic and what history, the Bible, and other theologians may have to say about it. Our questions examine the topics through the lens of the individual’s life experiences in the group.

Fall 2024 Topics:

• October 14—Disco Inferno: Dante & Modern Depictions of Hell

• November 4—Never, Ever Getting Back Together: The Separation of Church & State

• December 2—Good Omens?: Angels & Demons

Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Alyssa.

Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.

Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).

Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.

NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.

This is an intentional safe space for our LGBTQIA+ only community to gather for real talk and to support each other. We’ll submit anonymous questions into a bucket and engage with them as a community. Pizza is provided! This Real Talk Y’all is open to anyone who is part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Allies, we love you and we’ll see you at our other Glow events!

Glow by Open is sponsored in part by a Ministry-With Grant from the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. Glow is a space designed specifically by and for LGBTQIA+ folks to come together in creative, Christ-centered community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here!

Pub Theology is a group for folks with questions about God and life. We meet at a local bar for a discussion-based group. Leaders lead a mini presentation on the topic and what history, the Bible, and other theologians may have to say about it. Our questions examine the topics through the lens of the individual’s life experiences in the group.

Fall 2024 Topics:

• October 14—Disco Inferno: Dante & Modern Depictions of Hell

• November 4—Never, Ever Getting Back Together: The Separation of Church & State

• December 2—Good Omens?: Angels & Demons

Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Alyssa.

Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.

Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).

Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.

NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.

Hi Barbie! Glow will be going to a showing of the Barbie movie at East Side, 10/29 at 7 PM. The event will be family friendly, but those under 21 must be with a parent. Dress up as your favorite Barbie (or Ken or Alan) to participate in the costume contest. Drinks and food trucks will be available on-site. Find more information about the event here: https://www.discoverdenton.com/event/barbie-movie-&-costume-contest/8573/. Questions? Contact Glow co-leads, Alyssa & Allison.

Pub Theology is a group for folks with questions about God and life. We meet at a local bar for a discussion-based group. Leaders lead a mini presentation on the topic and what history, the Bible, and other theologians may have to say about it. Our questions examine the topics through the lens of the individual’s life experiences in the group.

Fall 2024 Topics:

• October 14—Disco Inferno: Dante & Modern Depictions of Hell

• November 4—Never, Ever Getting Back Together: The Separation of Church & State

• December 2—Good Omens?: Angels & Demons

Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Alyssa.

Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.

Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).

Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.

NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.

This is an intentional safe space for our LGBTQIA+ only community to gather for real talk and to support each other. We’ll submit anonymous questions into a bucket and engage with them as a community. Pizza is provided! This Real Talk Y’all is open to anyone who is part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Allies, we love you and we’ll see you at our other Glow events!

Glow by Open is sponsored in part by a Ministry-With Grant from the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. Glow is a space designed specifically by and for LGBTQIA+ folks to come together in creative, Christ-centered community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here!

🎨 Join Us for a Door Painting Party! 🎨

Our beloved rainbow doors that proudly declare "God's Love Is Open To All" are in need of some TLC. They're falling apart, and we need your help to replace them!

Come and lend a hand as we paint six new rainbow doors together. This is a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy some pizza, and create something beautiful. No painting experience required—just bring you!

We can't wait to see you there for an evening of creativity, fun, and fellowship. Everyone is welcome! 🍕🖌️🌈

Pride events continue through June. Splash into the Civic Center Pool at Pridenton and OUTreach Denton's Big Gay Swim Day. Glow, our church's LGBTQ+ community group, and allies are welcome to attend. Bring sunscreen and water! Full details about this event and all the other Pridenton events can be found on the Pridenton Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pridenton

Pride is here!!! Celebrate being queerfully and wonderfully made with Glow at Pride Night Out at the Civic Center. This is Denton's annual Pride Night celebration, formerly on the Square. It is free and open to the LGBTQ+ community and allies. Learn more about upcoming Pride events on Pridenton's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pridenton

Our whole FUMC Denton family is invited to come out and celebrate pride with our LGBTQIA+ community. We’ll be handing out water, be smiling faces, have information about the church available for the community, and shining God’s love! You can sign up to volunteer or to donate water below!

This is a family-friendly morning of chalk art. Join Glow as we celebrate Pride with our families by creatively decorating the downtown courthouse sidewalk. The event is free and come-and-go style. Wear sunscreen and bring your water! Pridenton organized the Event in collaboration with the TEA Fund. Find out more about Pridenton's June Pride events on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pridenton

On May 15 at 6 PM, we are having a Glow movie night featuring the film Rustin on Netflix. We will watch the film in Flinn Hall, and pizza will be provided. Childcare can be offered, contact Pastor Sheryl at sgallarneau@fumc-denton.com.

Film synopsis from Rotten Tomatoes. "The architect of 1963's momentous March on Washington, Bayard Rustin was one of the greatest activists and organizers the world has ever known. He challenged authority and never apologized for who he was, what he believed, or who he desired. And he did not back down. He made history, and in turn, he was forgotten. Directed by DGA Award and five-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe and starring Emmy Award winner Colman Domingo, Rustin shines a long overdue spotlight on the extraordinary man who, alongside giants like the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., Adam Clayton Powell Jr., and Ella Baker, dared to imagine a different world, and inspired a movement in a march toward freedom." 

Here's the trailer: https://youtu.be/4lBqMhZ3NBg

The film is 106 minutes long

The film is rated PG-13,  (Some Violence | Racial Slurs | Thematic Material | Language | Brief Drug Use | Sexual Material | Smoking)

Content notes for police brutality, racism, and homophobia. 

Let Krystal or Alyssa know if you have any questions!

Join Glow and FUMC Denton’s Church & Society Committee for a LGBTQIA+ Inclusion 101 lecture series using Leigh Finke’s Welcoming and Affirming. The book centers on how churches can create spaces that welcome and affirm LGBTQIA+ community members, God’s beloved children. Each session will cover ideas from the book including how to talk to LGBTQIA+ persons, making sure spaces are safe and accessible, and how to work with LGBTQIA+ youth. This class is open to anyone who wishes to make our church a safer space for LGBTQIA+ adults and youth, especially those who are curious to learn more but are unsure of who to ask. The accompanying book is encouraged, but optional.

Meeting in Miller Center and on Zoom Wednesdays, April 10-May 8 at 6:30pm. Led by Pastor Jenny Bates. Questions? Contact jbates@fumc-denton.com.

Pub Theology is a group for folks with questions about God and life but they aren't ready to ask those questions in a Sunday School class. We meet at a local bar for a discussion-based group on various topics. Pub Theology leaders lead a mini presentation on the topic and what history, the Bible, and other theologians may have to say about it. Our questions examine the topics through the lens of the individual's life experiences in the group.

Spring 2024 Topics:

February 5: I Can See Your Halo: Sainthood
March 4: Doin’ Something Holy: Liturgy & Worship
April 1: I’ll Make a Man Out of You: Positive Masculinity in the Bible
May 6: Who’s This Guy?: Jesus & Other Religions

No one will call you heretical here. We believe listening to other's spiritual experiences and outlooks on life can help us better understand ourselves as humans. We believe reason, experience, faith, and tradition are all important and should shape our theology and discourse.

Come out for this Pub Theology series hosted at Miss Angeline’s at 7:30 pm on 1st Mondays for some intellectual discussion that engages the group ear to discuss, listen, and learn from one another's experience and journey. There are no wrong answers, unless it revolves around the oppression of others. NO homophobia, sexism, ageism, ableism, or racism. Hate does not aid in the spreading of God's love. Do no harm, first.

Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Jenny at jbates@fumc-denton.com

Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.

Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).

Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.

NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.

This is an intentional safe space for our LGBTQIA+ only community to gather for real talk and to support each other. We’ll submit anonymous questions into a bucket and engage with them as a community. Pizza is provided! This Real Talk Y’all is open to anyone who is part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Allies, we love you and we’ll see you at our other Glow events!

Glow by Open is sponsored in part by a Ministry-With Grant from the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. Glow is a space designed specifically by and for LGBTQIA+ folks to come together in creative, Christ-centered community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here! Learn more at opendtx.com/glow.

Join Glow and FUMC Denton’s Church & Society Committee for a LGBTQIA+ Inclusion 101 lecture series using Leigh Finke’s Welcoming and Affirming. The book centers on how churches can create spaces that welcome and affirm LGBTQIA+ community members, God’s beloved children. Each session will cover ideas from the book including how to talk to LGBTQIA+ persons, making sure spaces are safe and accessible, and how to work with LGBTQIA+ youth. This class is open to anyone who wishes to make our church a safer space for LGBTQIA+ adults and youth, especially those who are curious to learn more but are unsure of who to ask. The accompanying book is encouraged, but optional.

Meeting in Miller Center and on Zoom Wednesdays, April 10-May 8 at 6:30pm. Led by Pastor Jenny Bates. Questions? Contact jbates@fumc-denton.com.

Join Glow and FUMC Denton’s Church & Society Committee for a LGBTQIA+ Inclusion 101 lecture series using Leigh Finke’s Welcoming and Affirming. The book centers on how churches can create spaces that welcome and affirm LGBTQIA+ community members, God’s beloved children. Each session will cover ideas from the book including how to talk to LGBTQIA+ persons, making sure spaces are safe and accessible, and how to work with LGBTQIA+ youth. This class is open to anyone who wishes to make our church a safer space for LGBTQIA+ adults and youth, especially those who are curious to learn more but are unsure of who to ask. The accompanying book is encouraged, but optional.

Meeting in Miller Center and on Zoom Wednesdays, April 10-May 8 at 6:30pm. Led by Pastor Jenny Bates. Questions? Contact jbates@fumc-denton.com.

Join Glow and FUMC Denton’s Church & Society Committee for a LGBTQIA+ Inclusion 101 lecture series using Leigh Finke’s Welcoming and Affirming. The book centers on how churches can create spaces that welcome and affirm LGBTQIA+ community members, God’s beloved children. Each session will cover ideas from the book including how to talk to LGBTQIA+ persons, making sure spaces are safe and accessible, and how to work with LGBTQIA+ youth. This class is open to anyone who wishes to make our church a safer space for LGBTQIA+ adults and youth, especially those who are curious to learn more but are unsure of who to ask. The accompanying book is encouraged, but optional.

Meeting in Miller Center and on Zoom Wednesdays, April 10-May 8 at 6:30pm. Led by Pastor Jenny Bates. Questions? Contact jbates@fumc-denton.com.

A Resource Fair for queer and trans people around things that impact our lives, including name changes, gender marker changes, and other life/legal documents. Presentations from Grant Snyder and Lambda Legal will focus on legal concerns, while NAMI of North Texas will present on taking care of our mental health. This event is free and open to LGBTQ+ people and allies. Questions? Contact Pastor Jenny at jbates@fumc-denton.com.

Join Glow and FUMC Denton’s Church & Society Committee for a LGBTQIA+ Inclusion 101 lecture series using Leigh Finke’s Welcoming and Affirming. The book centers on how churches can create spaces that welcome and affirm LGBTQIA+ community members, God’s beloved children. Each session will cover ideas from the book including how to talk to LGBTQIA+ persons, making sure spaces are safe and accessible, and how to work with LGBTQIA+ youth. This class is open to anyone who wishes to make our church a safer space for LGBTQIA+ adults and youth, especially those who are curious to learn more but are unsure of who to ask. The accompanying book is encouraged, but optional.

Meeting in Miller Center and on Zoom Wednesdays, April 10-May 8 at 6:30pm. Led by Pastor Jenny Bates. Questions? Contact jbates@fumc-denton.com.

This is an intentional safe space for our LGBTQIA+ only community to gather for real talk and to support each other. We’ll submit anonymous questions into a bucket and engage with them as a community. Pizza is provided! This Real Talk Y’all is open to anyone who is part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Allies, we love you and we’ll see you at our other Glow events!

Glow by Open is sponsored in part by a Ministry-With Grant from the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. Glow is a space designed specifically by and for LGBTQIA+ folks to come together in creative, Christ-centered community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here! Learn more at opendtx.com/glow.

Pub Theology is a group for folks with questions about God and life but they aren't ready to ask those questions in a Sunday School class. We meet at a local bar for a discussion-based group on various topics. Pub Theology leaders lead a mini presentation on the topic and what history, the Bible, and other theologians may have to say about it. Our questions examine the topics through the lens of the individual's life experiences in the group.

Spring 2024 Topics:

February 5: I Can See Your Halo: Sainthood
March 4: Doin’ Something Holy: Liturgy & Worship
April 1: I’ll Make a Man Out of You: Positive Masculinity in the Bible
May 6: Who’s This Guy?: Jesus & Other Religions

No one will call you heretical here. We believe listening to other's spiritual experiences and outlooks on life can help us better understand ourselves as humans. We believe reason, experience, faith, and tradition are all important and should shape our theology and discourse.

Come out for this Pub Theology series hosted at Miss Angeline’s at 7:30 pm on 1st Mondays for some intellectual discussion that engages the group ear to discuss, listen, and learn from one another's experience and journey. There are no wrong answers, unless it revolves around the oppression of others. NO homophobia, sexism, ageism, ableism, or racism. Hate does not aid in the spreading of God's love. Do no harm, first.

Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Jenny at jbates@fumc-denton.com

Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.

Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).

Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.

NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.

Trans Day of Visibility

Saturday, March 30
Anderson's Eatery & Distillery
410 N. Bell Ave. 
4-6 PM Family Friendly Fun!
7-11 PM Live Music
Free

OUTreach Denton is celebrating the beauty, joy, and resilience of trans people for Trans Day of Visibility. Learn more about the history of TDOV here: https://glaad.org/tdov/

Childcare will not be available for this event. 

Join us for Glow family movie night! We will be watching Nimona (2023), rated PG. Run time: 1 hr 42 min.

"When Ballister Boldheart, a knight in a futuristic medieval world, is framed for a crime he didn't commit, the only one who can help him prove his innocence is Nimona, a mischievous teen with a taste for mayhem—who also happens to be a shapeshifting creature Ballister has been trained to destroy. But with the entire kingdom out to get him, Nimona's the best (or technically the only) sidekick Ballister can hope for. And as the lines between heroes, villains, and monsters start to blur, the two of them set out to wreak serious havoc—for Ballister to clear his name once and for all, and for Nimona to…just wreak serious havoc." - Rotten Tomatoes.

Pizza will be provided.

Families are encouraged to come together. Child care can be requested by contacting Pastor Sheryl at sgallarneau@fumc-denton.com.

6 PM, Wednesday, March 13, Flinn Hall

Glow by Open is sponsored in part by a Ministry-With Grant from the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. Glow is a space designed specifically by and for LGBTQIA+ folks to come together in creative, Christ-centered community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here! Learn more at opendtx.com/glow.

Pub Theology is a group for folks with questions about God and life but they aren't ready to ask those questions in a Sunday School class. We meet at a local bar for a discussion-based group on various topics. Pub Theology leaders lead a mini presentation on the topic and what history, the Bible, and other theologians may have to say about it. Our questions examine the topics through the lens of the individual's life experiences in the group.

Spring 2024 Topics:

February 5: I Can See Your Halo: Sainthood
March 4: Doin’ Something Holy: Liturgy & Worship
April 1: I’ll Make a Man Out of You: Positive Masculinity in the Bible
May 6: Who’s This Guy?: Jesus & Other Religions

No one will call you heretical here. We believe listening to other's spiritual experiences and outlooks on life can help us better understand ourselves as humans. We believe reason, experience, faith, and tradition are all important and should shape our theology and discourse.

Come out for this Pub Theology series hosted at Miss Angeline’s at 7:30 pm on 1st Mondays for some intellectual discussion that engages the group ear to discuss, listen, and learn from one another's experience and journey. There are no wrong answers, unless it revolves around the oppression of others. NO homophobia, sexism, ageism, ableism, or racism. Hate does not aid in the spreading of God's love. Do no harm, first.

Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Jenny at jbates@fumc-denton.com

Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.

Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).

Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.

NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.

Celebrate love for others and yourself at a Glow craft night! We will provide crafting supplies, but feel free to bring any special pictures or craft supplies you may want to use.

Open to LGBTQ+ persons and allies. Families are welcome, child care can be requested by contacting Pastor Sheryl at sgallarneau@fumc-denton.com. Snacks will be provided.

Glow by Open is sponsored in part by a Ministry-With Grant from the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. Glow is a space designed specifically by and for LGBTQIA+ folks to come together in creative, Christ-centered community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here! Learn more at opendtx.com/glow.

Pub Theology is a group for folks with questions about God and life but they aren't ready to ask those questions in a Sunday School class. We meet at a local bar for a discussion-based group on various topics. Pub Theology leaders lead a mini presentation on the topic and what history, the Bible, and other theologians may have to say about it. Our questions examine the topics through the lens of the individual's life experiences in the group.

Spring 2024 Topics:

February 5: I Can See Your Halo: Sainthood
March 4: Doin’ Something Holy: Liturgy & Worship
April 1: I’ll Make a Man Out of You: Positive Masculinity in the Bible
May 6: Who’s This Guy?: Jesus & Other Religions

No one will call you heretical here. We believe listening to other's spiritual experiences and outlooks on life can help us better understand ourselves as humans. We believe reason, experience, faith, and tradition are all important and should shape our theology and discourse.

Come out for this Pub Theology series hosted at Miss Angeline’s at 7:30 pm on 1st Mondays for some intellectual discussion that engages the group ear to discuss, listen, and learn from one another's experience and journey. There are no wrong answers, unless it revolves around the oppression of others. NO homophobia, sexism, ageism, ableism, or racism. Hate does not aid in the spreading of God's love. Do no harm, first.

Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Jenny at jbates@fumc-denton.com

Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.

Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).

Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.

NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.