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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-8/
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SUMMARY:Confirmation- 7th & 8th Grade
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/confirmation-7th-8th-grade/
LOCATION:Room M
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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SUMMARY:Adult Education Class- The Christian Experiment
DESCRIPTION:Ever had doubts? If you are like most\, you have. Ever had doubts about Christian faith? Many of us have. In a recent study at a leading United Methodist Church\, 95 percent of believers stated they struggle with doubt occasionally and 24 percent stated they struggle with doubt regularly. This same study also found that 44 percent believed their doubts helped them find or strengthen their faith. \nBeginning on January 5\, The Christian Experiment will discuss doubts. These doubts could be yours or someone you know. We will use some of Adam Hamilton’s work on doubt to help our discussions. You can find information about Adam Hamilton’s book Wrestling with Doubt here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsZPC_bsFcg \nWeekly Meeting Schedule\nJanuary 5 – Is There a God?\nJanuary 12 – The Good Book? Wrestling with the Bible\nJanuary 19 – Are All Non-Christians Going to Hell?\nJanuary 26 – Is Heaven Real?\nFebruary 2 – When Prayers Go Unanswered\nFebruary 9 – Why Do the Innocent Suffer? \nThe Christian Experiment meets every Sunday morning at 9:15 am in Glenna Hall. There is no required reading\, homework\, or other expectations. Feel free to come to one meeting or all over the next six weeks. We are an open and welcoming group seeking to engage one another in Christian fellowship!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-education-class-2/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250105T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250105T103000
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SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections
DESCRIPTION:SOCIAL JUSTICE INTERSECTIONS GROUP MEETS SUNDAYS\, 9:15AM\, DINING ROOM\nHi First Church sisters and brothers –\nMany focus on a daily practice\, especially during Lent. This Sunday\, continues our Lenten study\,  “Anti-Racism as Daily Practice.” Our leader will be Joyce Hodel. We are using a book by the same name which adds a sub-title\, “Refuse Shame\, Change White Communities and Help Create a Just World.”  We look forward to to seeing you Sunday. \nLisa Jacob\nJoe Agne \nHere are our addition dates and leaders:\n– March 30\, Pastor Britt Cox\n– April 13\, Chris Nieuwsma\n– April 27\, Dr. Jennifer Harvey\, the book’s author and Academic Dean of Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary.\nWe take a break from our study on April 6 for Earth Care Sunday\, and on April 20\, Easter Sunday\, when will sing the social justice verses of our favorite Easter hymns.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T093000
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DTSTAMP:20250213T165312Z
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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-140/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T120000
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SUMMARY:Styrofoam Collection
DESCRIPTION:Bring your Styrofoam to Church to be Recycled!\nEvery 3rd Saturday of the month\, 10 am to 12 noon\, at the Church Street entrance.\nAnd now every the 3rd Sunday of the month\, near the front office.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/styrofoam-collection-2/
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SUMMARY:Festive Prelude
DESCRIPTION:The Music Ministry of First Church present 30-minutes of music as we prepare for our Easter worship service.\nThe Festive Prelude and worship will feature the Chancel Choir\, Brass\, and Organ.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/festive-prelude-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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SUMMARY:Worship in the Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Please find up to date information about this Sunday here.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/worship-in-the-sanctuary/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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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/connect456-10/
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SUMMARY:Earth Care Lending Library
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a place to continue growing in your understanding of environmental justice and how to care for God’s creation? \nVisit the Earth Care Lending Library\, which is open every 2nd Sunday after worship in Great Hall. A small lending library with books for readers of all ages\, the titles were curated by the Earth Care Committee and include Newbery Award-winning children’s  books\, as well as titles by leading voices from the spiritual and scientific communities.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/earth-care-lending-library-2/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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SUMMARY:Eucharist Service
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/eucharist-service/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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SUMMARY:Church Offering Counting
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-offering-counting/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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SUMMARY:Easter Sunday "Eggstravaganza"
DESCRIPTION:Immediately following Easter Sunday worship\, children of all ages are welcome to join in the fun of this year’s outdoor egg search! Exit through the fountain foyer into the Memorial Garden for three designated locations divided by age. Pick up a “map” and take-home treat bag from an usher at any entrance to the Sanctuary\, and help us reduce and reuse by depositing all plastic eggs in marked buckets located across First Church’s front lawn. No basket needed! (Event will move indoors in case of rain.) \nPlease note\, children’s classes will not meet Easter Sunday. Worship activity bags will be available at all Sanctuary entrances and Nursery care will be provided beginning at 10:00 a.m. through the Worship hour.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/easter-sunday-eggstravaganza/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T210000
DTSTAMP:20241105T161149Z
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SUMMARY:Young Adult Potluck
DESCRIPTION:All young adults are invited to our potluck! Whether you are new around here\, or looking for other adults to befriend— you are welcome here! We gather at the Bailey’s home\, and all bring dishes to share. Contact Sydney for the address\, and hope to see you there!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-potluck-5/
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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