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SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections Sunday School Class
DESCRIPTION:Sundays at 9:15am in the Dining Hall\, first floor.  \nThe social justice track of the adult Christian Education lineup is grounded in the Wesleyan commitment that “There is no holiness but social holiness.” \nFacilitator:   Joe Agne\, RevAgne@gmail.com \nRealm Registration Event. 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-sunday-school-class/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T101500
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SUMMARY:The Christian Experiment
DESCRIPTION:Sundays at 9:15am in Glenna Hall Sundays\, first floor. Begins Sept. 14.\nThe Christian Experiment is a weekly gathering that creates community and explores faith-based questions. 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.\nFacilitators:   Matt Rader (mrader@emich.edu) and Kristi Hubbard (hubbard.kristi@gmail.com) \nRealm Registration Event. 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/the-christian-experiment-2/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T101500
DTSTAMP:20250905T151229Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T151229Z
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SUMMARY:History\, Roots\, & Rearview Mirror
DESCRIPTION:History\, Roots and a Rearview Mirror will use insight and discussion to understand our roots and history to have a rearview mirror of our story. The class will begin with a two-week unit on First Church history; followed by a four-week unit on church history under Constantine; a two-week unit on history of human sexuality in the UMC; a two-week unit on the history of race and racism in the UMC; and finish the year on Advent with the Wesleys. \nRealm Registration Event. 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/history-roots-rearview-mirror/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T101500
DTSTAMP:20250923T194325Z
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SUMMARY:Evanston's Living History: The Fight to Escape Racial Discrimination
DESCRIPTION:God calls us to be a church of compassion and justice that affirms the dignity of all people\, while striving to correct injustices of the past in our churches and communities.\n\nJoin Reverend Richard Mosley\, Jr. in this critical Social Justice Intersections discussion.\n\nPart 1 on 9/28 is a viewing of Evanston’s Living History video.\nPart 2 on 10/5 is a discussion of the video.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/evanstons-living-history-the-fight-to-escape-racial-discrimination/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T101500
DTSTAMP:20251203T201428Z
CREATED:20250930T154742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T201428Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Inquirers Class: Begins October 5
DESCRIPTION:Inquirers Class Begins Sunday\, October 5\nMeets Sundays 9:15-10:15am\, October 5-November 9\, in Glenna Hall.The objectives of the Inquirers Class are:\n• to provide an ‘up close’ look at First Church\, its people\, and programs.\n• to consider the theology\, structure and current issues in the United Methodist Church.\n• to reflect on our collective and individual faith journeys and foster community around the Inquirers table. \nAs the centerpiece of the membership process\, Inquirers is intended to help participants discern whether First Church is a good fit\, and if they want to take membership vows here. While all person who want to join the church are asked to participate in Inquirers\, not everyone who participates in Inquirers is expected to become a member. \nInterested?  Want to know more?   Please reach out to Mary Taylor-Johnson\, Director of Membership and Engagement\, at 847-864-6182 or mary@faithatfirst.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/fall-inquirers-class-begins-october-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T101500
DTSTAMP:20260609T180304Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Morning Book Club- Sundays at 9:15am- Begins Oct. 5th\n\nBegins October 5th in Room 32. \nSunday Morning Book Club is multigenerational group of adults integrating learning and faith through secular or biblical stories. Reading the book is great but is not required. For questions or more information\, please contact the class leaders. \nThe first book seletced is The Anxious Generation by Jonatahn Haidt and is discussed 10/5 – 11/16. \nDiscussion leaders are Matt Peters (Matthew.mjp.peters@gmail.com) and Julie Womack (womackjulie@gmail.com)
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sunday-morning-book-club/
LOCATION:Room 32
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DTSTAMP:20251203T203129Z
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SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Inquirers Class
DESCRIPTION:Fall 2025 Inquirers Class\nMeets Sundays 9:15-10:15am\, October 5-November 9\, in Glenna Hall.The objectives of the Inquirers Class are:\n• to provide an ‘up close’ look at First Church\, its people\, and programs.\n• to consider the theology\, structure and current issues in the United Methodist Church.\n• to reflect on our collective and individual faith journeys and foster community around the Inquirers table.As the centerpiece of the membership process\, Inquirers is intended to help participants discern whether First Church is a good fit\, and if they want to take membership vows here. While all person who want to join the church are asked to participate in Inquirers\, not everyone who participates in Inquirers is expected to become a member. \nInterested?  Want to know more?   Please reach out to Mary Taylor-Johnson\, Director of Membership and Engagement\, at 847-864-6182 or mary@faithatfirst.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/fall-inquirers-class-begins-october-5-2/
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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-143/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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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-3/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241215T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241215T123000
DTSTAMP:20241209T180901Z
CREATED:20241209T180901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T180901Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T123000
DTSTAMP:20250923T193222Z
CREATED:20250923T193222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T193222Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Kickoff & Community Celebration
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/stewardship-kickoff-community-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Hinman Lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T113000
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DTSTAMP:20250807T183513Z
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SUMMARY:ASP Reunion and Interest Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Did you attend ASP this Summer? Are you interested in joining us next Summer? We are hosting an ASP Reunion and Interest Meeting on October 5th after service in the Dining Room. Lunch will be provided. There will be a slideshow of all the memories from this past Summer and information for our future ASP volunteers. Come join us!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/asp-reunion-and-interest-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T115000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T131500
DTSTAMP:20250919T180749Z
CREATED:20250919T180749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T180749Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Care Committee Meeting
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/earth-care-committee-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T130000
DTSTAMP:20250910T182914Z
CREATED:20250910T182914Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Ministry Volunteer Training and Information Session
DESCRIPTION:First Church’s Children’s Ministry program is enriched and made possible by a dedicated network of lay volunteer leaders. Signing up for one hour\, one Sunday a month is all it takes to make an enduring impact in the lives of our children and church! Are you being called to serve (and play!) with First Church’s Children’s Ministry?\n\nJoin us for lunch on Sunday\, October 5 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. to learn about the many opportunities and resources available to new and seasoned volunteers\, strengthen your leadership\, and nurture the life of our congregation. Join the conversation and answer the call!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-ministry-volunteer-training-and-information-session/
LOCATION:Room 32/33/34
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T140000
DTSTAMP:20250922T184112Z
CREATED:20250922T184112Z
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SUMMARY:Music Ministry
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/music-ministry-3/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T151500
DTSTAMP:20250909T192704Z
CREATED:20250909T192704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T192704Z
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SUMMARY:Covenant Hike Group
DESCRIPTION:The 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 welcome.\n\nEach month 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 from October through May\, and participants may join in as schedules allow.\n\nFacilitator: Jim Johnson. Contact Jim at jjohnso@luc.edu with any questions and to be placed on the distribution list.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/covenant-hike-group-3/
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