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SUMMARY:Wednesday Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:The Wednesday Bible Study is a longstanding group that meets online every Wednesday 10-11:30am with the exception of a short break in the summer.  \nQuestions?  Please contact Janet Lutz at janetatl@aol.com . 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/wednesday-bible-study-20-2-2/2024-03-20/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Lutz":MAILTO:janetatl@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T171500
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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-26/2024-03-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T001600Z
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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-90/2024-03-20/
LOCATION:Choir Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230714T003533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T003711Z
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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/2024-03-21/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Koester":MAILTO:davekoester57@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230929T050554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T023256Z
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SUMMARY:God's Story\, Our Stories (Bible Study Group)
DESCRIPTION:God’s Story\, Our Stories – Lectionary Bible Study Group\nYOU Are Invited! \nThe Lectionary Bible Study Group meets via zoom every Thursday night mid-September through mid-June from 7 – 8:30 p.m. We are a band of curious explorers\, reflecting upon the lectionary passages for the coming Sunday. We ask many questions. We have “ah ha” moments in our discussions. We attempt to unearth how these ancient stories inform our current day stories. We deeply seek to live out our best understanding of the heart of these stories week by week in the midst of our common humanity. Several group members rotate the facilitation. \nCome and join us! You may be placed on the group distribution list by contacting Bill Brown at bbrown@wwbrown-inc.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/gods-story-our-story-bible-study-group-2-2/2024-03-21/
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Brown":MAILTO:bbbrown@wwbrown-inc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20231108T022253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T022253Z
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SUMMARY:SPRC Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Please address questions about this group to Beth Swanick\, Chair.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sprc-monthly-meeting-2/2024-03-21/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240324
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230901T013235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T013235Z
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SUMMARY:Wedding
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/wedding-2/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240324T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240324T101500
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230907T003158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T024345Z
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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/2024-03-24/
LOCATION:Room 24
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240324T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240324T101500
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240319T190706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T190706Z
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SUMMARY:Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that Jim McHolland\, Ph.D. and Licensed Clinical Psychologist\, and Beth Swanick\, Ed.D. and Licensed Professional Counselor\, will again facilitate a three-week class for members and friends of First Church who are experiencing grief. Jim and Beth are both members of FUMC Evanston\, and have offered this class several times over recent years. This grief may be due to the loss of a loved one\, or loss associated with any major life change such as job loss\, serious health diagnosis\, anticipatory grief\, recent financial insecurity\, change in relationship status\, or similar difficulty. This class will meet in person at 9:15 on Sundays\, March 17\, 24\, and April 7. Please email Beth Swanick (bethswanick@gmail.com) with questions or to RSVP.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/grief-support-group/2024-03-24/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240324T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240324T101500
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230616T001758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T001758Z
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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-103/2024-03-24/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240324T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240324T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230901T005921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T005921Z
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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/2024-03-24/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240324T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240324T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240215T202940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T202940Z
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SUMMARY:Palm Sunday with Processional
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/palm-sunday-with-processional/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240324T104500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240324T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230908T220915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T220915Z
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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-37/2024-03-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240324T104500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240324T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230908T221353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T221353Z
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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/connect456-9/2024-03-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240326T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240326T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230818T201831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T201831Z
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SUMMARY:Archives Committee
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/archives-committee/2024-03-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240327T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230608T002343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T182943Z
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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. We meet at Le Peep 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-7/2024-03-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240307T171615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T220124Z
UID:10005799-1711650600-1711652400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Chancel Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chancel-choir-rehearsal-136/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240215T203314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T203314Z
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SUMMARY:Maundy Thursday Worship
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/maundy-thursday-worship/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240329T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240329T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240322T220151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T220151Z
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SUMMARY:Chancel Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chancel-choir-rehearsal-137/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240329T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240215T203352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T203352Z
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SUMMARY:Good Friday Worship
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/good-friday-worship/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240215T203435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T203435Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Vigil
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/easter-vigil/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240331T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240331T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240215T203601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T203601Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Sunday Worship with Festive Prelude
DESCRIPTION:10:00am – Festive prelude Begins \n10:30am – Worship Begins
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/easter-sunday-worship-with-festive-prelude/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240401T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240401T201500
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20231108T022601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T022601Z
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SUMMARY:Nominations Committee Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Nominations and Leadership Development committee meets on the first Monday of each month on Zoom. Please address and questions to Pastor Grace Imathiu\, chair at grace@faithatfirst.com and/or Michael Bergmann\, vice chair at mgbergmann@yahoo.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/nominations-committee-monthly-meeting/2024-04-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240402T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230818T200903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T200903Z
UID:10004355-1712084400-1712088000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Mission & Outreach Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mission & Outreach Committee Meeting. Monthly meetings are open to members of the committee. Hosted by Alli Henry\, alli.m.henry@gmail.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/mission-outreach-committee-meeting-4/2024-04-02/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240402T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240402T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20230908T215809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T215809Z
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SUMMARY:First Books
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-books-2/2024-04-02/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240402T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240402T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240312T194929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T194929Z
UID:10005802-1712089800-1712091600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Learning the Prayer of Examen
DESCRIPTION:The Prayer of Examen is a spiritual practice of reviewing the day to retune ourselves to the sacred in ordinary life. Usually lasting 15-20 minutes and done in the evening\, the prayer prompts us to remember God’s presence\, express gratitude\, reflect on the day\, and prepare for the day to come. The Faith Formation Council is offering the opportunity to learn this beautiful spiritual practice via zoom on Tuesday evenings\, April 2 – May 14\, from 8:30pm – 9:00pm. Participants will learn the history of the practice originated by St. Ignatius Loyola\, the five steps of the practice\, experience one step together each week\, & reflect on trying the practice individually between meeting times. \nFacilitators: Lee Rader\, Tom Scott\nContact Tom to sign up: tom.scott.goblue@msn.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/learning-the-prayer-of-examen/2024-04-02/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240305T211130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T211130Z
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SUMMARY:First Wednesday Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Bring a side or dessert to share and join your church family for good food and fellowship on the first Wednesday of every month!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-wednesday-potluck-3/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240319T191639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T191639Z
UID:10005814-1712167200-1712170800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:First Wednesday Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Bring a side or dessert to share and join your church family for good food and fellowship on the first Wednesday of every month! \nPlease register to gain building entry aid in preparations\, noting any dietary restrictions or food allergies in the memo field. Register here: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=YWNkNmY2ODQtMDIyNS00ZjgzLTkzZWQtYjEzMTAxMzEyOGRm
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-wednesday-potluck-4/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240403T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240403T201500
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240130T212101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T212156Z
UID:10005734-1712170800-1712175300@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Communications Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the Communications Committee. Contact Chair Andy Shotwell with questions at ashotwell@gmail.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/communications-committee-meeting-9-2/2024-04-03/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240406T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240406T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T201558
CREATED:20240404T165851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T165851Z
UID:10005851-1712401200-1712406600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:The Value of Life in Gaza
DESCRIPTION:Social Justice Committee is inviting you to attend a presentation and discussion\, by the Very Reverend Father Fouad Saba\, the Pastor of Saint George Antiochian Orthodox Church on the topic of ” The Value of Life in Gaza”. He will offer his perspective from values that are held as followers of Jesus and those that are in opposition to them.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/the-value-of-life-in-gaza/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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