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SUMMARY:Messy Church!
DESCRIPTION:Messy Church is Christ-centered. Messy Church is creative. Messy Church is for all ages. Messy Church is where YOU belong! \nLife is rarely neat and tidy. But God isn’t afraid to enter the mess. \nMessy Church is an opportunity for children\, families\, and adults to engage in hands-on creative activities\, celebratory worship\, and time together in community. Join us for a different kind of Sunday School for children and adults on the first Sunday of each month from 9:00-10:15 a.m. in Great Hall\, through May. \nPlease register for any sessions you plan to attend to aid in estimating food and materials.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/messy-church-3-2/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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SUMMARY:Martin Luther King\, Jr. Pledge Covenant Group
DESCRIPTION:MLK Pledge Covenant Group\nMeets Sundays\, Feb. 4\, 11\, 18 & 25\, at 9:15am in Room K. \nRegister Online now \nThrough this covenant group we will support one another as we explore the application of King’s Commandments for the Nonviolent Movement. Members of this covenant group will apply these commandments (see below) in their daily lives and engage in weekly group reflection. Each week we will take on 2 or 3; one week\, for instance\, participants may employ the following over the course of one week: (1) “Seek to perform regular service for others and for the world;” and (2) “Refrain from the violence of fist\, tongue\, or heart.” The focus of this group is on application\, reflection\, and mutual support. \nThis covenant group\, facilitated by Jim Johnson\, will be limited to12 participants. Registration will occur on a first-come\, first-serve basis. The first two commandments in which the covenant group will engage are:\n– Meditate daily on the teachings and life of Jesus.\n– Remember always that the non-violent movement seeks justice and reconciliation\, not victory. \nKing Pledge Commandments (summary) \nI hereby pledge myself—my person and body—to the nonviolent movement. Therefore\, I will keep the following 10 commandments: \n1. Meditate daily on the teachings and life of Jesus.\n2. Remember always that the non-violent movement seeks justice and reconciliation\, not victory.\n3. Walk and talk in the manner of love\, for God is love.\n4. Pray daily to be used by God in order that all men and women might be free.\n5. Sacrifice personal wishes in order that all men and women might be free.\n6. Observe with both friend and foe the ordinary rules of courtesy.\n7. Seek to perform regular service for others and for the world.\n8. Refrain from the violence of fist\, tongue\, or heart.\n9. Strive to be in good spiritual body and health.\n10. Follow the directions of the movement.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/martin-luther-king-jr-pledge-covenant-group/
LOCATION:Room K
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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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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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SUMMARY:Earth Care Committee Monthly Meeting
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/earth-care-committee-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231105T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231105T150000
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SUMMARY:Covenant Hike Group
DESCRIPTION:“I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station\, through which God speaks to us every hour\, if we will only tune in.” – George Washington Carver \nThe Covenant Hike Group invites all who have a wonder of the natural world to share nature immersion with each other through 3 seasons while experiencing the presence of God. The format is simple. We begin with a brief reading (scripture or poem)\, hike along while sharing joys and concerns\, and appreciate 5 minutes of silence at mid-point. Each hike concludes with an optional\, brief time of sharing about our experiences on the hike\, closing prayer\, and a cool or hot drink! All ages are welcomed! \nOn the First Sunday of each month (October through May) we will meet at a designated location at 2 p.m.\, hiking various paths in our area for about an hour at a comfortable pace for everyone. The group will meet each first Sunday through May and participants may join in as schedules allow. \nAll who participate are welcomed to share in ownership. The wonder of the natural world and God’s presence in it is limitless. \nFacilitators: Jim Johnson and Lee Rader. If interested\, please contact Jim at jjohnso@luc.edu to be placed on the distribution list.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/covenant-hike-group-2/
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SUMMARY:Faith Around The Table
DESCRIPTION:Are you hungry for deeper discussion with members of your First Church community that goes beyond the usual Sunday morning chit chat (as lovely as that may be)? This new group is for you! Once a month\, we’ll gather for a potluck dinner and discuss a topic or prompt relating to faith and spirituality. We may explore a question or theme from a recent sermon\, or try answering John Wesley’s favorite question: “How is it with your soul?” Topics will vary based on the group’s input. Andrew and Amy Schumacher will lead the group and host the first meeting with potential for others to host subsequent dinners or use church space. All are welcome\, this is NOT a couples group. Monthly dinners will be on first Sundays from 5pm to 7pm with the first meeting on Nov. 5th. The group will commit to six months and then reassess. Please email Andrew (andrew.r.schumacher@gmail.com) with questions or to sign up. Due to nature of the group\, we’ll limit to six or seven additional participants. Come join us for good food and real honest discussion!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-around-the-table/
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SUMMARY:Young Adults Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Young Adults! We are resuming our potlucks every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 5:30 pm starting on September 17th. Feel free to bring your favorite side item or dessert! Contact Sydney at sydney@faithatfirst.com for the location!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-potluck-3/
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