Communications and Calendar Request
Add an event to the calendar, reserve a room or Zoom account, and/or submit info for church communications.
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.
First Wednesday Potluck
Dining RoomBring a side or dessert to share and join your church family for good food and fellowship on the first Wednesday of every month! Please register to aid in preparations, noting any dietary restrictions or food allergies in the memo field: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=OTQ3NzE1ZTAtMjY4Mi00MDEzLTg5MGYtYjEyMzAxMzA3OGRh
Communications Committee Meeting
ZoomMonthly meeting of the Communications Committee. Contact Chair Andy Shotwell with questions at ashotwell@gmail.com .
Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Choir RoomAdults and high school youth rehearse music for worship. No audition is required. Email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
Soup Kitchen
Dining RoomAs 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 (Bible Study Group)
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” […]
Holocaust Museum Outing
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.
Conversation about a Cease Fire Resoultion for FUMC
Glenna HallIt 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
Room 24Faith & 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.