Interfaith Action operates the monthly Producemobile at the Robert Crown Community Center, where we distribute fresh produce to Evanston’s families experiencing food insecurity. For almost two years, Interfaith has added SNAPGap, collecting and distributing items that most of us consider necessary—toilet paper, toothpaste, shampoo, laundry detergent, etc.—but are not eligible for purchase with federal benefits. […]
Children’s Chapel seeks to excite and build confidence in children’s experience of worship and sense of belonging at First Church. Children ages three through 3rd grade are invited to experience the wonder of worship and joy of service in a lively, child-friendly setting. Throughout the program year, children take part in the seasons of the […]
Connect456 is designed to help children in grades 4-6 connect to the church community as older elementary and middle school students preparing to make their own way at First Church. Each week features a unique means of connecting, including serving in leadership with younger children, learning about our church history and United Methodist identity, observing […]
On Tuesdays beginning January 3, 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 […]
Bible study for those who want to go deeper, learn more about the Bible. Open to all wanting to learn via zoom. Meets weekly 10-11:30 am. Contact Janet Lutz for more info and zoom contacts: Janetatl@aol.com.
Stop by the church at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 1 for an indoor winter picnic! Seasonal story, songs, and dessert provided. Bring your own lunch (and a friend!). RSVP here: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=MDJmMjE0ZTUtNzU1MC00NDBmLWI2NmQtYWY4ZjAxNzJiNGUx
Children's Choir is open to children in grades 1-6 and children can join at any time. Email brian@faithatfirst.com for more details.
The Progressive Christianity Reading Group continues online discussion of Unruly Saint: Dorothy Day’s Radical Vision and It’s Challenge for Our Times by D.L. Mayfield. New participants are always welcome. In Unruly Saint: Dorothy Day’s Radical Vision and It’s Challenge for Our Times, activist, writer, and neighbor Mayfield brings a personal lens to Day’s story. In […]
This weekly online Bible study invites participants to discuss the scripture texts for the coming Sunday and to ponder what those stories may teach us today. New participants are always welcome. Facilitators: Bill Brown (bbrown@wwbrown-inc.com) and Lee Rader (leelrader@gmail.com).
Couples and parents with young children are invited to Youth Ministry's Movie Night Fundraiser on Friday, February 3 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Enjoy a date night complete with a movie (Always Be My Maybe) and snacks in Glenna Hall while your children are supervised in the Great Hall. Snacks for the children will be […]
Church members are asked to attend our annual church conference following 10:30 a.m. worship. Rev. Brittany Isaac will preside over the meeting, which includes a Staff Parish Relations Committee report, the Membership Report, and a vote on the proposed 2023 budget. The meeting will be in person in the dining room as well as livestreamed.
On Tuesday beginning January 3, you are invited to participate in a 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 […]
Bible study for those who want to go deeper, learn more about the Bible. Open to all wanting to learn via zoom. Meets weekly 10-11:30 am. Contact Janet Lutz for more info and zoom contacts: Janetatl@aol.com.
Children's Choir is open to children in grades 1-6 and children can join at any time. Email brian@faithatfirst.com for more details.
The Handbell Choir plays in worship once each month. Basic music reading skills required (instrumentalists are especially welcome). Open to adults and youth in grades 6-12. New members welcome throughout the year - email brian@faithatfirst.com for more details.
The Progressive Christianity Reading Group continues online discussion of Unruly Saint: Dorothy Day’s Radical Vision and It’s Challenge for Our Times by D.L. Mayfield. New participants are always welcome. In Unruly Saint: Dorothy Day’s Radical Vision and It’s Challenge for Our Times, activist, writer, and neighbor Mayfield brings a personal lens to Day’s story. In […]
This weekly online Bible study invites participants to discuss the scripture texts for the coming Sunday and to ponder what those stories may teach us today. New participants are always welcome. Facilitators: Bill Brown (bbrown@wwbrown-inc.com) and Lee Rader (leelrader@gmail.com).
All are welcome to join in the fun for Zoom Game Nights with the Limitless Group the second Thursday of each month from 7:00pm -9:00pm. The group starts the night by checking in with each other. They then play games such as Trivial Pursuit and Pictionary, led by Matt and Stephanie Peters. All ages and […]
This group of women of a certain age meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10:00 to 11:00 am 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, we are all ears. Come join the conversation […]
On Tuesdays beginning January 3, 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 […]
Bible study for those who want to go deeper, learn more about the Bible. Open to all wanting to learn via zoom. Meets weekly 10-11:30 am. Contact Janet Lutz for more info and zoom contacts: Janetatl@aol.com.
Children's Choir is open to children in grades 1-6 and children can join at any time. Email brian@faithatfirst.com for more details.
The Handbell Choir plays in worship once each month. Basic music reading skills required (instrumentalists are especially welcome). Open to adults and youth in grades 6-12. New members welcome throughout the year - email brian@faithatfirst.com for more details.
The Progressive Christianity Reading Group begins discussion of a new book.  New participants are always welcome to this online weekly gathering. John Dominic Crossan’s The Power of Parable: How Fiction By Jesus Became Fiction About Jesus is a provocative look at the Gospels. Crossan begins by observing that the parabolic stories told by Jesus seem remarkably […]
This weekly online Bible study invites participants to discuss the scripture texts for the coming Sunday and to ponder what those stories may teach us today. New participants are always welcome. Facilitators: Bill Brown (bbrown@wwbrown-inc.com) and Lee Rader (leelrader@gmail.com).
Friends at First is a group of active adults who are retired or semi-retired,. This group gathers 4-5 times a year for various outings and cultural events, often extending the fun with shared meals and conversation. The next Friends at First outing will be a guided tour of the Baha'i House of Worship in Wilmette […]
Bring a friend - invite some new members -Â as we celebrate Mardi Gras with dinner at the home of Evelyn and Mike McGowan. Hosted by the McGowans, Ketzbacks and Clemens. Please RSVP to Evelyn McGowan at em4mail@gmail.com and let her know if you are bringing an appetizer, side dish, or dessert.
Shake off the cold with popcorn, hot chocolate, and family friendly bingo for all ages on Sunday, February 19 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the Dining Room. Please register for this free event to aid in estimating snacks and supplies: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=YWFiNDNiNWItZGE4Yi00NzJiLWE4ZDEtYWY4ZDAxMmE1Mjgw For more information, please contact Linda Federer at lfederer30@gmail.com .
On Tuesdays beginning January 3, 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 […]
Bible study for those who want to go deeper, learn more about the Bible. Open to all wanting to learn via zoom. Meets weekly 10-11:30 am. Contact Janet Lutz for more info and zoom contacts: Janetatl@aol.com.
Bible study for those who want to go deeper, learn more about the Bible. Open to all wanting to learn via zoom. Meets weekly 10-11:30 am. Contact Janet Lutz for more info and zoom contacts: Janetatl@aol.com.
Youth in grades 7-12 are invited to join us on January 22, 2023 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Wilmette Bowl for an hour of bowling! Registration required here: https://faithatfirst.regfox.com/youth-group-bowling Address: Wilmette Bowl 1903 Schiller Ave. Wilmette, IL 60091
This weekly online Bible study invites participants to discuss the scripture texts for the coming Sunday and to ponder what those stories may teach us today. New participants are always welcome. Facilitators: Bill Brown (bbrown@wwbrown-inc.com) and Lee Rader (leelrader@gmail.com).
Single or Solo is the Fellowship group for single First Church members in their 60’s and above. On February 26 we will see The Magic Flute performed by Northwestern Univ. Opera Theater. The performance at Cahn Auditorium starts at 3pm, and tickets are $18. If you’d like to attend please contact Marion Clemens at redMarion77@comcast.net […]
This group of women of a certain age meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10:00 to 11:00 am 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, we are all ears. Come join the conversation […]
Children's Choir is open to children in grades 1-6 and children can join at any time. Email brian@faithatfirst.com for more details.
The Handbell Choir plays in worship once each month. Basic music reading skills required (instrumentalists are especially welcome). Open to adults and youth in grades 6-12. New members welcome throughout the year - email brian@faithatfirst.com for more details.
SATB Choir for adults and youth in grades 9-12. New members welcome throughout the year - email brian@faithatfirst.com for more details.
