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SUMMARY:Young Adult Retreat
DESCRIPTION:We are beginning a new tradition for our Young Adult group! We will be having a Young Adult Retreat on April 19-21st. The location of where we stay will be determined by our group size. We will do group lessons\, crafts\, self reflection\, and plenty of bonding. This is a wonderful time to recharge your soul and get away for a weekend with other folks. Come join us! Contact Sydney Harkrider\, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries\, at sydney@faithatfirst.com to sign up.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-retreat/
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T091500
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SUMMARY:Sunday School
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sunday-school-7/
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SUMMARY:Finding God in the Natural World (Adult Ed Class)
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for any or all of this four-week exploration of nature as God’s first sacred text.  Participants will be invited into a deeper understanding of God through nature.  For additional details and online registration\, click here.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/finding-god-in-the-natural-world-adult-ed-class/
LOCATION:Rooms 33 and 34\, Third Floor
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SUMMARY:First Steps to Faith
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 0-3 and their parents or caregivers gather one Sunday a month in the nursery for seasonal stories\, songs\, and activities for young families.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-steps-to-faith-5/
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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:20240421T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240421T113000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Worship
DESCRIPTION:On April 21\, First Church will celebrate “Earth Sunday” during 10:30am worship in the sanctuary. \nThe renewal of God’s creation each spring reminds us of our covenant to care for the Earth\, our home. Join our faith community as we welcome guest preacher Rev. Emily Carroll of Shady Grove UMC\, Louisiana. She will share firsthand perspectives and insights after attending the United Nations “Cop28” global climate conference\, with her fellow faith leaders who are among the voices leading a movement for change and a call for environmental justice. (Check out her blog on that experience.) \nEarth Day worship will also feature special music from Paul Winter’s Missa Gaia (Earth Mass) and will be followed by fellowship and eco-friendly information sharing during Community Hour in Great Hall hosted by the Earth Care Committee. \nOn April 21\, Rev. Carroll also leads a 9:15 class open to all\, highlighting her work with Green The Church\, a faith-based community organization advocating for equitable solutions that affect positive environmental changes. \nWorship details 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-3/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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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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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=America/Chicago:20240421T120000
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SUMMARY:First Church Architectural Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Our resident building expert\, Bill Brown\, will lead a 30-minute tour on Sunday\, April 21 after worship.  This tour will focus on the history and architecture of the sanctuary and Tittle Chapel. Participants will get a close look at the carved reredos above the altar\, the original and “new” stained glass\, the awesome yet intimate space of Tittle Chapel\, and many other treasures in the spaces. \nInterested?  Please sign up online\, and plan to meet in the rear of the sanctuary five minutes after worship.  Can’t make it but want to be notified of the next tour date?  Please email mary@faithatfirst.com. \n 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-church-architectural-building-tour/
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SUMMARY:Children's Council
DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Council acts as both a work committee and an advisory board to the Director of Children’s Ministry. The Children’s Council focuses on formulating and supporting the vision of our various children’s ministries. We consult with the Director of Children’s Ministries to plan the yearlong calendar. Under the umbrella of Children’s Ministries are the following programs: Sunday School\, Chapel\, Connect 56\, Nursery\, Summer Camps (Creation Camp\, VBS\, Family Camp)\, Fellowship Groups (Jump and Club 123)\, Pageant\, and holiday celebrations (e.g\, Advent\, Lent\, Easter).
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-council/
LOCATION:Room 33
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T143000
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SUMMARY:AGO Meeting
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/ago-meeting/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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SUMMARY:AGO Workshop: Continuo Playing
DESCRIPTION:First Church’s Music Ministry hosts organist David Schraeder as he presents a workshop on continuo playing featuring our Fisk continuo organ. The event is presented by the North Shore Chapter of the American Guild of Organists and is free and open to the public.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-committee-and-reconciling-congregation-task-force-invitation/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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SUMMARY:Young Adult Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Young Adults!  We are gathering for potlucks on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 5:30pm. Feel free to bring your favorite side item or dessert! Contact Sydney Harkrider at sydney@faithatfirst.com for the location!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-potluck-2-2/
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