JRC - Tech Rehearsal
2026-09-01 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary
Sanctuary

Piano Tunings
2026-09-09 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary; Choir Room; Room 33

Total Child: Grown Up Night
2026-09-09 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Tittle Chapel
Tittle Chapel

Mom's Night Out
2026-09-09 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
FALL into Mom’s Night Out -Back again for the Fall! Cannot wait to see YOU!

Marianne Griebler Host and Evelyn McGowan Cohost

Bring a dish to share, a summer adventure story, or a friend! (Better yet, bring all 3!)

RSVP if you can – mariannegriebler@gmail.com

Next MNO -We need some volunteers – hosts and cohosts! Linda Federer- Lfederer30@gmail.com

FUMC-Evanston Monthly Trustees Meeting
2026-09-10 18:45 - 20:45 (America/Chicago) | Conference Room
Conference Room

Northern Illinois Conference, United Methodist Men's Spiritual Congress
2026-09-11 - 2026-09-13 | Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Click here for info

JRC - Set Up
2026-09-11 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Great Hall
Great Hall

"What do Women do with Christianity?" Viewing Party and Discussion
2026-09-11 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall
Glenna Hall

“What do Women do with Christianity?”
Join us for a live webinar viewing, followed with a brief discussion,
from the Center for Action and Contemplation.

Hosted by Social Justice Intersections
Brown-bag lunch optional.
Friday, September 11, 12 noon – 2 pm.

Rosh Hashanah-JRC
2026-09-12 | Sanctuary

Men's Fellowship
2026-09-13 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) | Dining Hall
Dining Hall
The United Methodist men will gather on Sunday, Sept. 13 for fellowship and a short discussion of the Fall Stewardship campaign. All men are invited to attend.

Adult Education Showcase
2026-09-13 09:15 - 10:15 (America/Chicago) | Dining Hall
Dining Room

Adult Education Showcase — Rally Day, September 13

9:15 a.m. | Dining Room

What might the next step in your faith journey look like?

Join us on Rally Day for our Adult Education Showcase and discover the many opportunities for learning, conversation, and spiritual growth at First Church during the 2026–2027 church year. Come learn about our upcoming Adult Education and Sunday School offerings, meet the people who lead them, ask questions, and find opportunities that speak to your interests and where you are in your faith journey.

Faith formation is a lifelong experience, filled with questions, discoveries, challenges, and new perspectives. At First Church, we encourage that exploration through groups, classes, and programs that invite us to think critically about our faith, deepen our understanding of God and one another, engage with Scripture and the world around us, and learn in community.

Whether you have participated in Christian education for years, are looking for something new, or are simply curious about what we offer, there is a place for you.

Come see what’s ahead for the new church year. All are welcome!

Confirmation
2026-09-13 09:15 - 10:15 (America/Chicago) | Room M
Room M

Beloved Community
2026-09-13 09:15 - 10:15 (America/Chicago) | Room J
Room J

Rally Day Sunday
2026-09-13 09:15 - 11:30 UTC
All are invited to kickoff the church program year on Rally Day Sunday!

Chancel Choir Rehearsal
2026-09-13 09:30 - 10:15 (America/Chicago) | Choir Room
Choir Room
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.

Rally Day - Community Hour
2026-09-13 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Hinman Lawn
Hinman Lawn

Flute Choir Rehearsal
2026-09-13 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Choir Room
Choir Room

Children's Choir Rehearsal
2026-09-16 17:15 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Choir Room
Choir Room
Children in grades 1-6 rehearse twice each month and sing in worship monthly. No audition is required and new singers are welcome throughout the year. For more information, email Dr. Brian Schoettler.

Handbell Choir Rehearsal
2026-09-16 18:30 - 19:15 (America/Chicago) | Choir Room
Choir Room
The Handbell Choir plays in worship once each month. 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.

Kol Nidre - JRC
2026-09-20

The Christian Experiment Adult Education Class
2026-09-20 09:15 - 10:15 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall
Glenna Hall
The Christian Experiment is a weekly gathering that creates fellowship, nurtures community, and explores faith-based questions. Believers, doubters, and the generally curious are welcome in this casual gathering. There is no long-term commitment or sign-up. Attend once, drop in occasionally, or participate weekly. And, choose your engagement level: read a book that complements weekly meetings, watch a video about the content of the week’s gathering, or do NOTHING but show up. Want to be in the communication loop for this group? Please reach out to us. Facilitators: Matt Rader (drmrader@gmail.com) and Kristi Hubbard (hubbard.kristi@gmail.com).

Social Justice Intersections Adult Education Class
2026-09-20 09:15 - 10:15 (America/Chicago) | Dining Hall
Dining Hall
Social Justice Intersections follows John Wesley’s command to put Methodist Faith Into action. It covers, racial injustice, LGBTQ issues, environmental issues, and other social issues.

Methodist Youth Fellowship
2026-09-20 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Room M

Yom Kippur - JRC
2026-09-21 | Sanctuary ;Great Hall

Stare at The Sun Choral Concert Rehearsal
2026-09-25 18:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary; Glenna Hall
Sanctuary & Glenna Hall

"Taking Another Look" Adult Education Series
2026-09-27 09:15 - 10:15 (America/Chicago) | Conference Room
Conference Room

These series of short-term studies (3-5 weeks) will use the Bible as our background reference and apply it to our daily lives.

Praying the Psalms with Dietrich Bonhoeffer (Sept 20, 27, Oct 4, Oct 11)

The many voices of Genesis (Nov. 8,15,22)

The Book of Job (Winter 2027…dates TBA)

Biblical basis of discipleship (After Lent 2027…dates TBA)

Connect & Serve Committee Showcase (CSCS)
2026-09-27 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Great Hall
Connect & Serve Committee Showcase (CSCS)
Sunday, Sept. 27, 11:30am in Great Hall

The Nominations and Leadership Development Committee invites all to this ministry and committee fair where you can learn more about ways to engage and serve in the life of the church. We hope this creates new pathways for connection, involvement, and discovery.

Earth Care Committee
2026-09-27 11:45 - 13:15 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall
Glenna Hall

Housing and Zoning, An Update: Why We Should Care and What Can I Do?
2026-09-27 12:00 - 13:15 (America/Chicago) | Dining Hall
Dining Hall
Where are we in regard to housing and zoning in Evanston? Join us in this conversation to learn more about the impact of zoning laws, the process of changing these laws to reflect contemporary concerns, and how you can participate.

Stare at The Sun Choral Concert
2026-09-27 14:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary; Glenna Hall
