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The Progressive Christianity Reading Group kicks off the new year on Sept. 5 at 1:00pm with its weekly one-hour Zoom gathering. "Reading Genesis" by Marilynne Robinson is our first selection. It may be found at online booksellers as well as the Evanston Library. Robinson offers these words on the topic: "The book of Genesis has […]
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.
You’re invited to Children’s Ministry’s Fall Family Welcome, Friday, September 6, 2024 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on the front lawn of First United Methodist Church (1630 Hinman Avenue). Join Children’s Ministry leaders, volunteers, and other families with children ages 0 through 6th grade for casual fellowship and a preview of our 2024-25 program year for children […]
Our new program year at First Church begins on Rally Day Sunday, Sept. 8! 9:15am Christian Education for adults, youth, and children 10:30am Worship in the Sanctuary with children's processional 10:45am Children's Chapel and Connect 456 Community Hour with ice cream on the church lawn after worship. Church Council has chosen "Collaboration, Connection and Care" […]
The Men's fellowship breakfast will not meet on Sept. 8, Rally Day. It is going to be held the following Sunday, Sept. 15, at 8 am at the Merion. The regular schedule of second Sunday meeting time will resume on October 13.
Join us as we gather as a church community of all ages and celebrate that we are learning and growing in Christ together. This will serve as a gathering place before children and adults go to their respective places for the education hour.
High school students— we officially have a Sunday morning class for you! With the growing number of folks who want to have a space of their own, your wish has been granted! Meet in Room M for announcements, and then our lovely Ashtyn Ball will walk you to Room J for class. Come join us […]
7th and 8th graders— it’s time for Confirmation to begin! We will meet in Room M on Rally Day morning. See y’all soon!
On Rally Day Sunday, Sept. 8, the Adult Christian Education Council is hosting an overview of opportunities for adults to learn and grown in faith. All are welcome to the dining room from 9:15-10:15am to hear about plans for four tracks of classes and groups, specific opportunities, and a bit about the work Adult Council is […]
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 […]
