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SUMMARY:SNAPGap Collection
DESCRIPTION:This is the third of four times in 2023\, when Interfaith Action is seeking SNAPGap items from its faith communities and from all interested individuals. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church at Ridge and Grove is the coordinating faith community for September. SNAPGap items to be collected are shampoo\, toothpaste\, and toothbrushes. \nInterfaith Action operates the monthly Producemobile at the Robert Crown Community Center\, which distributes fresh produce to Evanston’s families experiencing food insecurity. Since the pandemic\, Interfaith has added SNAPGap\, distributing items that most consider necessary but are not eligible for purchase with federal benefits. Now that COVID funding has ended and prices have gone up\, the number of people seeking assistance has increased as well\, from the monthly average of 250 households to 300. While Interfaith has been purchasing and distributing toilet paper every month and donated Earth Breeze laundry sheets every two months\, we know our recipients will eagerly welcome the following items for the September 12 distribution: shampoo\, toothpaste\, and toothbrushes. Items can be purchased online at: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/EU78AK7T6LVH/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1 \nIf you buy these items locally\, you can drop them at:\nSt. Mark’s Episcopal Church\n1509 Ridge Ave\nEvanston\, IL 60201 \nDrop-off Hours at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church:\nThursday\, Sept. 7th – 7am-11am\nFriday\, Sept. 8th – 9am-11am\, 5pm-7pm\nSunday\, Sept. 10th – 12p–2pm\nMonday\, Sept.11th – 9am-11am \nThank you for your generosity and participation. Please know that all who benefit are deeply grateful!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/snapgap-collection/
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SUMMARY:Abide
DESCRIPTION:Abide provides ongoing space for spiritual connection to God\, mutual support in community\, and faith formation in the ways that lead to life. This gathering is open to all who seek to abide with Jesus through the Spirit in the company of friends. Abide meets Sunday mornings in person and via Zoom. To learn more about the class\, you can email Mari Leonard at mari.leonard@comcast.net.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/abide-2/
LOCATION:Room J
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SUMMARY:Faith & Parenting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-parenting/
LOCATION:Room 24
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SUMMARY:Sunday School
DESCRIPTION:Sunday School takes place weekly before worship from 9:15-10:15 a.m. with an emphasis on sharing and responding to stories in the Bible through multisensory activities\, spiritual practices\, guided reflection\, and play. Sunday School is offered for children ages Pre-K-6th grade with “Messy Church” offered on the first Sunday of every month for the entire family.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sunday-school-6/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230910T113000
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SUMMARY:Rally Day Sunday
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to kickoff the church program year on Rally Day Sunday. Rally Day is a favorite day for many.  Check out the schedule at  2023-Rally-Day-schedule.pdf (faithatfirst.org) . \n  \n 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/rally-day-sunday/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230910T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230910T101500
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SUMMARY:Chancel Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chancel-choir-rehearsal-103/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230910T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230910T113000
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SUMMARY:10:30 Worship in the Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to 10:30 worship in our Sactuary. \nDetails each Sunday can be found at https://faithatfirst.org/gather/worship-services/worship-this-sunday/ 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/1030-worship-in-the-sanctuary/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230910T104500
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SUMMARY:Children's Chapel
DESCRIPTION: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 Christian year\, exploring rituals\, sacraments\, and songs of our worship tradition as well as hands-on aspects of our church mission that children might shape and help share the story of our faith.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-chapel-37/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230910T113000
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SUMMARY:Connect456
DESCRIPTION: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 worship and more!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/connect456-9/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230910T120000
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SUMMARY:Rally Day Ice Cream Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on the Hinman front lawn for an ice cream treat after worship on Rally Day Sunday\, September 10th. The playground will be open. We look forward to seeing you on the 10th as we kick off the new program year!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/rally-day-ice-cream/
LOCATION:Hinman Lawn
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230910T160000
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SUMMARY:JRC Set-Up
DESCRIPTION:JRC Set Up in Sanctuary
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/jrc-set-up/
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