Children’s Choir Rehearsal
Children’s Choir Rehearsal
Children in grades 1-6 rehearse weekly and sing in worship monthly. No audition is required and new singers are welcome throughout the year. For more information, email Dr. Brian Schoettler.
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Children in grades 1-6 rehearse weekly and sing in worship monthly. No audition is required and new singers are welcome throughout the year. For more information, email Dr. Brian Schoettler.
Adults and high school youth rehearse music for worship. No audition is required. Email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
As part of Interfaith Action of Evanston, First Church hosts a weekly soup kitchen each Thursday evening. A host team of First Church volunteers is needed each week, and 5-6 times a year we also need cooking teams. Interested in helping? Please contact Dave Koester (davekoester57@gmail.com) about current scheduling needs.
God’s Story, Our Stories – Lectionary Bible Study Group YOU Are Invited! The Lectionary Bible Study Group meets via zoom every Thursday night mid-September through mid-June from 7 – 8:30 p.m. We are a band of curious explorers, reflecting upon the lectionary passages for the coming Sunday. We ask many questions. We have “ah ha” […]
Meet at the church’s Hinman Ave steps at 9:00am to join First Feet on the weekly lakeside walk. Or meet at 10:30 in the church lobby/front steps for coffee with the walkers. Then we will all bundle in the basement together. Join us for walking, bundling, or both. A great local service opportunity! Please let […]
Messy Church is Christ-centered. Messy Church is creative. Messy Church is for all ages. Messy Church is where YOU belong! Life is rarely neat and tidy. But God isn't afraid to enter the mess. Messy Church is an opportunity for children, families, and adults to engage in hands-on creative activities, celebratory worship, and time together […]
Adults and high school youth rehearse music for worship in the Chancel at the front of the Sanctuary. No audition required. Email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
All are welcome to 10:30 worship in our Sactuary. Details each Sunday can be found at https://faithatfirst.org/gather/worship-services/worship-this-sunday/
The Nominations and Leadership Development committee meets on the first Monday of each month on Zoom. Please address and questions to Pastor Grace Imathiu, chair at grace@faithatfirst.com and/or Michael Bergmann, vice chair at mgbergmann@yahoo.com.
Mission & Outreach Committee Meeting. Monthly meetings are open to members of the committee. Hosted by Alli Henry, alli.m.henry@gmail.com.
On Tuesdays beginning January 2nd, you are invited to a thirty minute Night Prayer Service to end your day in community and peace. These services from 8:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., available via Zoom, are patterned after the ancient monastic tradition of Compline (meaning completion)–the final prayer of the day. We will follow a simple […]
The Wednesday Bible Study is a longstanding group that meets online every Wednesday 10-11:30am with the exception of a short break in the summer. Questions? Please contact Janet Lutz at janetatl@aol.com .
Children in grades 1-6 rehearse weekly and sing in worship monthly. No audition is required and new singers are welcome throughout the year. For more information, email Dr. Brian Schoettler.
As part of Interfaith Action of Evanston, First Church hosts a weekly soup kitchen each Thursday evening. A host team of First Church volunteers is needed each week, and 5-6 times a year we also need cooking teams. Interested in helping? Please contact Dave Koester (davekoester57@gmail.com) about current scheduling needs.
God’s Story, Our Stories – Lectionary Bible Study Group YOU Are Invited! The Lectionary Bible Study Group meets via zoom every Thursday night mid-September through mid-June from 7 – 8:30 p.m. We are a band of curious explorers, reflecting upon the lectionary passages for the coming Sunday. We ask many questions. We have “ah ha” […]
Single or Solo Fellowship group has arranged a group tour, with a docent, of the Skokie Holocaust Museum. Everyone is welcome. Please contact Marion Clemens for more information.
It will be a discussion and formulation of a Cease Fire Resolution for the Israel-Gaza Conflict to be addressed to our church council. The resolution is being initiated by the Social Justice and Adult Ed Committees of the church.
Faith & Parenting offers a weekly space for parents of children at all stages to share and reflect on how their personal and familial faith journeys are nurtured and challenged through the vocation of parenting. Brief guided reflections based on scriptures shared in Children's Sunday school will accompany each session.
Adults and high school youth rehearse music for worship in the Chancel at the front of the Sanctuary. No audition required. Email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
Celebrating the Life of Nicholas Perry (June 3, 1986 – January 14, 2024) Monday, March 11, 2024 Service at 3:00pm in Tittle Chapel. Reception following the service in Great Hall. Online Guest Book (please sign) Livestream link
Interfaith Action volunteers distribute 11,000 pounds of fresh produce, donated by the Greater Chicago Food Depository, to Cook County residents in need. Numbered tickets are provided to guests, who each receive 15-25 pounds of fruits and vegetables. There is a walk-up line and distribution takes place outside, so bring a wheeled cart and/or strong bags […]
Celebrating the Life of Elizabeth (Bette) Mitchell (March 12, 1935 - December 25, 2023) Tuesday, March 12, 2024 11am Service in Tittle Chapel with Luncheon at noon in the dining room. View Bette's Obituary Online guesbook (please sign) Livestream link to come
This group of women “of a certain age” meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Year round we gather at LePeep in Evanston for informal conversations on a wide variety of topics: books, the news, restaurants, grandchildren, and places to visit. No matter what’s on the table, […]
The Wednesday Bible Study is a longstanding group that meets online every Wednesday 10-11:30am with the exception of a short break in the summer. Questions? Please contact Janet Lutz at janetatl@aol.com .
Children in grades 1-6 rehearse weekly and sing in worship monthly. No audition is required and new singers are welcome throughout the year. For more information, email Dr. Brian Schoettler.
As part of Interfaith Action of Evanston, First Church hosts a weekly soup kitchen each Thursday evening. A host team of First Church volunteers is needed each week, and 5-6 times a year we also need cooking teams. Interested in helping? Please contact Dave Koester (davekoester57@gmail.com) about current scheduling needs.
Moms of every age are welcome; each month is a different collection of women. Bring a snack to share or just yourself! Catharina Maerklin (host) and Julia Jackson (cohost); RSVP by email to c.maerklin@gmx.de .
The Limitless Game Night & Conversation is a virtual gathering to talk and play online games such as Codenames, Scattergories, Pictionary, and several others. Limitless is a group of adults, singles and couples, that span multiple ages and life stages. New participants are always welcome. If interested, please contact Stephanie Peters at stephdeloney@gmail.com .
Celebrating the Life of Larry Ter Molen (August 10, 1937 - February 9, 2024) Friday, March 15, 2024 Service at 3:00pm in the sanctuary with reception following in Great Hall. Livestream link Online Guest Book (please sign)
Organ Concert: Dr. Brian Schoettler Friday, March 8, 7:30-8:30pm in the Sanctuary First Church Minister of Music & Organist, Dr. Brian Schoettler, presents a 60-minute concert featuring the sanctuary’s mighty, Austin pipe organ (Opus 319). The program will feature works Bach, Lefébure-Wély, Marchand, Saint-Saëns, and Widor. The concert is free and open to the public. […]
The Earth Care Committee holds its monthly Styrofoam collection time at First UMC Evanston on the third Saturday of the month at the Church Street entrance between 10am and Noon. Material to be collected includes all clean No. 6 plastic foam. Acceptable items include disposable coffee cups; take out containers (such as clamshells); plastic plates, […]
Faith & Parenting offers a weekly space for parents of children at all stages to share and reflect on how their personal and familial faith journeys are nurtured and challenged through the vocation of parenting. Brief guided reflections based on scriptures shared in Children's Sunday school will accompany each session.
We are pleased to announce that Jim McHolland, Ph.D. and Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and Beth Swanick, Ed.D. and Licensed Professional Counselor, will again facilitate a three-week class for members and friends of First Church who are experiencing grief. Jim and Beth are both members of FUMC Evanston, and have offered this class several times over […]
Adults and high school youth rehearse music for worship in the Chancel at the front of the Sanctuary. No audition required. Email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
The Faith Formation Council meets on the third Tuesday of each month, 7-8pm online. Questions may be directed to Tom Scott (tom.scott.goblue@msn.com), who co-chairs this committee along with Lee Rader.
A meeting of the Adult Christian Education Council. The contacts are Allison Greer allison.greer123@gmail.com Henry Carrigan carjrn@aol.com
Monthly meeting of the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Please address questions about this group to Beth Swanick, Chair.
The Wednesday Bible Study is a longstanding group that meets online every Wednesday 10-11:30am with the exception of a short break in the summer. Questions? Please contact Janet Lutz at janetatl@aol.com .
Children in grades 1-6 rehearse weekly and sing in worship monthly. No audition is required and new singers are welcome throughout the year. For more information, email Dr. Brian Schoettler.
As part of Interfaith Action of Evanston, First Church hosts a weekly soup kitchen each Thursday evening. A host team of First Church volunteers is needed each week, and 5-6 times a year we also need cooking teams. Interested in helping? Please contact Dave Koester (davekoester57@gmail.com) about current scheduling needs.
God’s Story, Our Stories – Lectionary Bible Study Group YOU Are Invited! The Lectionary Bible Study Group meets via zoom every Thursday night mid-September through mid-June from 7 – 8:30 p.m. We are a band of curious explorers, reflecting upon the lectionary passages for the coming Sunday. We ask many questions. We have “ah ha” […]
Monthly meeting of the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Please address questions about this group to Beth Swanick, Chair.
Faith & Parenting offers a weekly space for parents of children at all stages to share and reflect on how their personal and familial faith journeys are nurtured and challenged through the vocation of parenting. Brief guided reflections based on scriptures shared in Children's Sunday school will accompany each session.
We are pleased to announce that Jim McHolland, Ph.D. and Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and Beth Swanick, Ed.D. and Licensed Professional Counselor, will again facilitate a three-week class for members and friends of First Church who are experiencing grief. Jim and Beth are both members of FUMC Evanston, and have offered this class several times over […]
Adults and high school youth rehearse music for worship in the Chancel at the front of the Sanctuary. No audition required. Email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
This group of women “of a certain age” meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10:00 to 11:00 am. In summer and good weather, we gather behind the Garrett Seminary on the Northwestern U campus. In winter or inclement weather, we meet at Le Peep in Evanston for informal conversations on […]
The Wednesday Bible Study is a longstanding group that meets online every Wednesday 10-11:30am with the exception of a short break in the summer. Questions? Please contact Janet Lutz at janetatl@aol.com .
Adults and high school youth rehearse music for worship. No audition is required. Email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
As part of Interfaith Action of Evanston, First Church hosts a weekly soup kitchen each Thursday evening. A host team of First Church volunteers is needed each week, and 5-6 times a year we also need cooking teams. Interested in helping? Please contact Dave Koester (davekoester57@gmail.com) about current scheduling needs.
God’s Story, Our Stories – Lectionary Bible Study Group YOU Are Invited! The Lectionary Bible Study Group meets via zoom every Thursday night mid-September through mid-June from 7 – 8:30 p.m. We are a band of curious explorers, reflecting upon the lectionary passages for the coming Sunday. We ask many questions. We have “ah ha” […]
Faith & Parenting offers a weekly space for parents of children at all stages to share and reflect on how their personal and familial faith journeys are nurtured and challenged through the vocation of parenting. Brief guided reflections based on scriptures shared in Children's Sunday school will accompany each session.
We are pleased to announce that Jim McHolland, Ph.D. and Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and Beth Swanick, Ed.D. and Licensed Professional Counselor, will again facilitate a three-week class for members and friends of First Church who are experiencing grief. Jim and Beth are both members of FUMC Evanston, and have offered this class several times over […]
Adults and high school youth rehearse music for worship in the Chancel at the front of the Sanctuary. No audition required. Email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.