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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T110000
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SUMMARY:Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/staff-meeting-62/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Conference Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Britt Cox":MAILTO:britt@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
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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-62/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T191500
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T170358Z
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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-32/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250501T190907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T190907Z
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SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Bring a sweater since we hope to be outdoors around the firepit and bring a dish to share if you wish! This is a delightful group of moms of “children” of every age. Just come when you can!\n\nTHANK YOU! to Julie Womack and Jessica Chadwick for hosting MNO in April! We were so happy to be celebrating Julie’s health! As usual\, so many things to share and the food was delicious – the evening flew by!\n\nNEXT MNO – Wed June 11th at Linda Brennan’s with Linda Federer cohost
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/moms-night-out/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240828T205344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T205344Z
UID:10006811-1747854000-1747859400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Finance Committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/finance-committee/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240828T202245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T164905Z
UID:10006471-1747855800-1747861200@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-139/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250522T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250522T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
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/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Koester":MAILTO:davekoester57@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250508T154226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T154226Z
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SUMMARY:Birthday Celebration for Rev. Martin Deppe
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/birthday-celebration-for-rev-martin-deppe/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, Great Hall\, Glenna Hall\, Dining Hall\, Kitchen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250508T154356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T154356Z
UID:10009128-1748097000-1748100600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Wedding
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/wedding-4/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250130T180732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T180827Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday School for Preschool-6th Grade
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sunday-school-for-preschool-6th-grade/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:2nd Floor Classrooms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T101500
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240813T145144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T163149Z
UID:10006083-1748164500-1748168100@faithatfirst.org
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-8/2025-05-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T101500
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240828T205143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T162342Z
UID:10009396-1748164500-1748168100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education- Abide Class
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for spiritual connection\, mutual support\, and faith formation. Facilitated by Mari Leonard with leadership shared by participants.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-education-3/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Room K
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250525T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250525T101500
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20241009T143146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T000146Z
UID:10007470-1748164500-1748168100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education- 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-2/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Room 24
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250525T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250525T101500
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250529T180909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T180910Z
UID:10007472-1748164500-1748168100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education- 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-2-2/
LOCATION:Room 24
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250502T000427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T000428Z
UID:10009011-1748164500-1748169000@faithatfirst.org
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-2-2/2025-05-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250529T180455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T180457Z
UID:10009012-1748164500-1748169000@faithatfirst.org
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-2-2-2/2025-05-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T101500
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240828T202603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T165312Z
UID:10006545-1748165400-1748168100@faithatfirst.org
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-140/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T101500
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250327T183920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T183920Z
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SUMMARY:Handbell Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/handbell-choir-rehearsal-35/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240828T192519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171151Z
UID:10006170-1748169000-1748174400@faithatfirst.org
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/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240829T163541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T163541Z
UID:10006920-1748169900-1748172600@faithatfirst.org
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/connect456-10/2025-05-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240829T163813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T181827Z
UID:10006947-1748169900-1748172600@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-38/2025-05-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240828T194036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T194036Z
UID:10006295-1748172600-1748174400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Eucharist Service
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/eucharist-service/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20241209T180901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T180901Z
UID:10008140-1748172600-1748176200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Church Offering Counting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-offering-counting/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240813T143025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T154143Z
UID:10006052-1748172600-1748179800@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-4/2025-05-25/
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250311T182425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T182425Z
UID:10008895-1748178000-1748181600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Music Ministry
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/music-ministry-29/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20230608T002343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T182943Z
UID:10003835-1748426400-1748430000@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. 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-7/2025-05-28/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20240904T191115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T191115Z
UID:10007156-1748433600-1748439000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Collaborate\, Connect\, Care Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/collaborate-connect-care-staff-meeting/2025-05-28/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Britt Cox":MAILTO:britt@faithatfirst.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250506T152156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T152156Z
UID:10009125-1748455200-1748458800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:LAST Wednesday Potluck!
DESCRIPTION:Bring a side or dessert to share and join your church family for good food\, fellowship\, and seasonal activities for all ages on this last of our Wednesday evening potlucks for the program year! \nPlease register to aid in preparations\, noting dates you plan to attend and any dietary restrictions or food allergies in the memo field.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/last-wednesday-potluck/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Colin McDonald":MAILTO:colin@faithatfirst.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250529T174508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T174508Z
UID:10009475-1748599200-1748613600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Memorial Service
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/memorial-service-4/
LOCATION:Dining Room
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214330
CREATED:20250403T160219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T160219Z
UID:10008922-1748683800-1748694600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings is sponsoring Diaper Days -- an open house\, diaper drive and diaper packing event.
DESCRIPTION:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will be hosting Diaper Days — an open house\, diaper drive\, and diaper packing event on Sat. 5/31 from 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Contact Nancy Brown at bundledblessings@outlook.com or 847-271-1712 .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-is-sponsoring-diaper-days-an-open-house-diaper-drive-and-diaper-packing-event/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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