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Summer Office Hours Beginning on June 10th, the church office will be closed on Mondays and Fridays. If you have church business in the building, the office will be open as they usually are between 10am-4pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and from 8am-12pm on Sundays. Staff will be working remotely on Mondays or Fridays, depending […]
Join us for a new, conversation and connection-based take on our Summer Worship service. Now in the Memorial Garden! Come as you are, and bring a blanket or chair if you have one!
In the Summer, we move our traditional 10:30 worship service to the beautiful (and air-conditioned) Tittle Chapel!
Our final Summer Lunch Bunch is Wednesday, Sept. 4. BYO lunch and gather at Fountain Square from noon to 1:15pm to enjoy informal conversation with staff and church members. Sign up now so we know to look for you!
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.
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 […]
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 […]
The 2024-25 Communications Commitee meets monthly on the second Monday of each month at 7:30pm online. Questions? Please reach out to committee chair Andy Shotwell at ashotwell@gmail.com.
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, […]
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.
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.
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 […]
Sunday School takes place before Worship from 9:15-10:15 a.m. from mid-September through May, with an emphasis on learning and responding to stories in the Bible through reading, conversation, and play. Sunday School is offered for children ages Pre-K-6th grade. Classroom locations are posted throughout the building.
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!
The Nominations & Leadership Development Committe first meeting of the new year. Agenda to be shared in early September. Please address any questions to: Pastor Grace Imathiu, Commitee Chair, grace@faithatfirst.com Mike Bergmann, Vice Chair, mgbergmann@yahoo.com
Monthly Adult Education Council Meeting Third Monday of each month from 7:00-8:00pm Jan Womack, Vice Chair Womack.jan@gmail.com
The Faith Formation Council will meet monthly by ZOOM. Attendees will receive the ZOOM link in advance. Any questions contact Tom Scott or Lee Rader.
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.
The Handbell Choir plays in worship seasonally. Basic music reading skills required (instrumentalists are especially welcome). Open to adults and youth in grades 6-12. New members are welcome throughout the year – email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
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.
This month’s Young Adult Social takes place at “Howl at the Moon”. This is a piano bar, and our group is having a special happy hour event for those attending. Contact Sydney for details, and we hope you’ll come out to sing and have a great time with us!
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, […]
An opportunity for spiritual connection, mutual support, and faith formation. Facilitated by Mari Leonard with leadership shared by participants.
A weekly gathering that creates community and explores faith-based questions. More. Led by Matt Rader and Kristi Hubbard.
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 […]
A group of volunteers from Underwriters Lab will be packing diapers for Bundled Blessings and learning about the diaper bank. The event will be 10-11:30am on Tuesday, September 24. Contact Person: Nancy Brown, bundledblessings@outlook.com, 847-271-1712.
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 […]
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.
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.
BACK to School and BACK to MOM's NIGHT OUT! HAPPY FALL! Sept 26th Thursday 6:30-8:30 pm This is a warm, friendly informal gathering of moms of EVERY age who want to make friends, share ideas, and laugh. Meet someone new every time you come! You can bring something to share - but no pressure! Come […]
The Northern Illinois Conference has created a Youth Retreat for all folks to attend. This is a great opportunity to have both a Fall and Spring retreat every year, so let's do it! The cost will be $160 by August 15th or $175 after that date. This open to all youth, so I hope you'll […]
You’re invited to join the Limitless group for our 4th annual Apple picking Saturday, September 28th at Apple Holler Apple Orchard. Apple Holler Apple Orchard is located at 5006 South Sylvania Ave. Sturtevant, WI 53177. Please meet at the Apple orchard entrance at 12:00pm or contact Stephanie Peters to caravan/carpool from the Peters house at […]
An opportunity for spiritual connection, mutual support, and faith formation. Facilitated by Mari Leonard with leadership shared by participants.
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 […]
Methodism 101 looks at religion and religious practices and the unique contributions of John Wesley and of Methodism to the understanding and practice of Christianity as a whole. It does this from a historical perspective looking at the development of the Methodist church in England as well as America. Sunday November 17...American Methodism...beginnings Sunday November […]
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.
Bring a side or dessert to share and join your church family for good food and fellowship on the first Wednesday of each month! This month we'll savor Autumn's official arrival with cozy wild rice soup. Please register to aid in preparations, noting any dietary restrictions or food allergies in the memo field.
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.
