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SUMMARY:Men's Fellowship Gathering
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/mens-fellowship-gathering-3/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Hagedorn":MAILTO:jehdvm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
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SUMMARY:Sunday School for Preschool-6th Grade
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sunday-school-for-preschool-6th-grade/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:2nd Floor Classrooms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T101500
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
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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-8/2025-05-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T162116Z
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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-2/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20250502T000427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T000428Z
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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-2-2/2025-05-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20250529T175345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T175428Z
UID:10008419-1746954900-1746959400@faithatfirst.org
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-2-2/2025-05-11/2/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T101500
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240828T202603Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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-140/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240828T192519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171151Z
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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/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T113000
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CREATED:20240829T163541Z
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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/connect456-10/2025-05-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240829T163813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T181827Z
UID:10006945-1746960300-1746963000@faithatfirst.org
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-38/2025-05-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240828T194036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T194036Z
UID:10006293-1746963000-1746964800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Eucharist Service
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/eucharist-service/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20241209T180901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T180901Z
UID:10008138-1746963000-1746966600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Church Offering Counting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-offering-counting/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240813T143025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T154143Z
UID:10006051-1746963000-1746970200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Methodist Youth Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Methodist Youth Fellowship (aka MYF) is open to all youth (7th-12th Grade). We’ll gather twice each month on Sundays 11:30-1:30pm. This is a time to have lunch and engage in music\, games\, an activity\, service project\, lesson or anything in between. This is our time to hang out as a youth group and build connections. Hope you’ll join us! \nQuestions?  Contact Sydney Harkrider at sydney@faithatfirst.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/methodist-youth-fellowship-4/2025-05-11/
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T114000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20241023T180724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T155001Z
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SUMMARY:Spring 2025 Inquirers Class
DESCRIPTION:2025 Spring Inquirers Class\n \nSundays\, April 27\, May 4\, 11\, 18 & June 1\, 11:40-1:30pm (lunch included)\n\nWhat is Inquirers?\n\n\nAn exploration/inquiry into First Church\, its ministries\, and people.\n\n\nA six-session class that meets on Sundays led by Pastor Grace Imathiu\, Mary Taylor-Johnson and other church leaders.\n\n\nAn experience to help you discern whether this faith community will nurture you and provide opportunities to grow and serve.\n\n\nWhat will we do/learn/think about in Inquirers?\n\n\n        Learn about the First Church mission\, strategic planning\, and what it means to be a Reconciling Congregation.\n\n\n        Talk about the collective faith journey and reflect on our own individual experiences.\n\n\n        Learn about (or review) the structure\, theology\, and current issues in the United Methodist denomination.\n\n\n        Hear about opportunities such as Adult Education and Faith Formation\, soup kitchen\, sack lunch ministry\, diaper bank\, fellowship groups\, Young Adult potlucks and gatherings\, opportunities for children and youth.\n\n\n        Build relationships with each other through weekly conversation and sharing in small groups.\n\n\n        Listen to what current members share about their experiences in this congregation.\n\n\n        Take a tour of the building.\n\n\n        Inquirers is also the centerpiece of our membership process\, so we’ll talk about the membership vows and expectations.  While we ask all persons considering membership at First Church to participate\, we don’t assume that Inquirers are considering membership.  If the experience helps your discern whether or not this faith community is a good fit for you\, that is a win.\n\n\n\nIf    If you are interested in participating in Inquirers\, or have questions about this opportunity\, 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/spring-2025-inquirers-class/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250512T204500
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240828T222052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T222539Z
UID:10006892-1747078200-1747082700@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Communications Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 2024-25 Communications Commitee meets monthly on the second Monday of each month at 7:30pm online.   Questions?  Please reach out to committee chair Andy Shotwell at ashotwell@gmail.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/communications-committee-meeting-10/2025-05-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Shotwell":MAILTO:ashotwell@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20250510T192055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250510T192055Z
UID:10009131-1747126800-1747148400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Chapel Organ Tuning
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chapel-organ-tuning/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20250506T150029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T163018Z
UID:10009121-1747137600-1747144800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Christine Mando Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/christine-mando-rehearsal/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240828T200726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T200726Z
UID:10006421-1747162800-1747168200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Church Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-council-meeting-2/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250514T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250514T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20230908T024328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T185340Z
UID:10003775-1747216800-1747220400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Coffee\, Conversation\, and Friends
DESCRIPTION:This group of women “of a certain age” meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Year round we gather at LePeep in Evanston for informal conversations on a wide variety of topics: books\, the news\, restaurants\, grandchildren\, and places to visit. No matter what’s on the table\, we are all ears. Come join the conversation and make some new friends.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/coffee-conversation-and-friends-6-2/2025-05-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240904T190639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T190639Z
UID:10006975-1747220400-1747225800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/staff-meeting-62/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Conference Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Britt Cox":MAILTO:britt@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240828T203010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T165623Z
UID:10006583-1747242900-1747245600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Children's Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Children in grades 1-6 rehearse weekly and sing in worship monthly. No audition is required and new singers are welcome throughout the year. For more information\, email Dr. Brian Schoettler.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-choir-rehearsal-62/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T191500
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240828T202420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T170358Z
UID:10008680-1747247400-1747250100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Handbell Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:The Handbell Choir plays in worship seasonally. Basic music reading skills required (instrumentalists are especially welcome). Open to adults and youth in grades 6-12. New members are welcome throughout the year – email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/handbell-choir-rehearsal-32/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20250216T203346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T203346Z
UID:10008850-1747247400-1747251000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Orchestra Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/orchestra-rehearsal-3/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240828T202245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T164905Z
UID:10006470-1747251000-1747256400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Chancel Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Adults and high school youth rehearse music for worship. No audition is required. Email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chancel-choir-rehearsal-139/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250515T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250515T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20230714T003533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T003711Z
UID:10004150-1747330200-1747335600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Soup Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:As part of Interfaith Action of Evanston\, First Church hosts a weekly soup kitchen each Thursday evening.  A host team of First Church volunteers is needed each week\, and 5-6 times a year we also need cooking teams.   Interested in helping?  Please contact Dave Koester (davekoester57@gmail.com) about current scheduling needs.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/soup-kitchen/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Koester":MAILTO:davekoester57@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20241212T194141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T190812Z
UID:10008598-1747335600-1747339200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Third Thursday Women’s Plus Basketball at First Church
DESCRIPTION:Third Thursday Women’s Plus Basketball at First Church\n\nCalling all women and non-binary folks who want to play ball or just have a ball.\n\nWhat: Basketball for adults. Your children can watch (the way we watch their games). No skills are required. Fierce competition and great gentleness are welcome. The ultimate goals are fun and connection. Your friends who have not yet experienced First Church awesomeness are also welcome.\n\nWhen: Third Thursday of Every Month from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.\n\nWhere: First Church Gym\nWho to Contact: Kathryn Grant-Bolton at kgrant@depaul.edu or 847-529-6256
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/third-thursday-womens-plus-basketball-at-first-church/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20250216T203519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T203519Z
UID:10008851-1747420200-1747423800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Orchestra Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/orchestra-rehearsal-4/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20241008T185620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T185620Z
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SUMMARY:Festival Choir Concert: Handel's "Messiah"
DESCRIPTION:The Festival Choir and Orchestra of First United Methodist Church of Evanston present parts 2 & 3 of Handel’s beloved “Messiah.” The 7:30pm concert is free and open to the public.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/festival-choir-concert-handels-messiah-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T171320
CREATED:20240917T183404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T183404Z
UID:10007249-1747476000-1747483200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Styrofoam Collection
DESCRIPTION:The Earth Care Committee holds its monthly Styrofoam collection time at First UMC Evanston on the third Saturday of the month at the Church Street entrance between 10am and Noon. Material to be collected includes all clean No. 6 plastic foam. Acceptable items include disposable coffee cups; take out containers (such as clamshells); plastic plates\, bowls and cutlery; meat and poultry foam trays and packing foam. When recycled\, these items can be processed into a material used to make park benches\, picture frames\, and other items. Recycling these items helps keep this harmful plastic\, which cannot be processed locally\, out of the waste stream.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/styrofoam-collection/2025-05-17/
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers
DESCRIPTION:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers on Sat. 5/17 from 10-12pm. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-bank-will-host-skokie-valley-rotary-to-pack-diapers-2/
LOCATION:Room M
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