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SUMMARY:Star Tree
DESCRIPTION:The Star Tree is a Holiday Project with YOU to provide gifts for Youth in the Evanston Community. Stars are available on the tree in Fountain Foyer on November 26 and December 3. Gifts are to be returned by December 10.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/star-tree-7/2023-12-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231217T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231217T101500
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SUMMARY:Journey to the Common Good: Fostering Connection and Relational Discipleship During an Epidemic of Loneliness
DESCRIPTION:Despite the proliferation of opportunities to be connected by social media in 2023\, people feel less connected than ever. The increasing lack of connection has been called by some an “epidemic of loneliness.” Moreover\, the divisiveness over political and social issues in our culture continues to foster alienation and not connection. This lack of connection is being felt across age groups\, and people are spending less time with one another in person than two decades ago. If one of the ministries of the church is to foster community and encourage individuals to thrive in community\, how can and how does the church address the lack of connection in today’s society? Being part of a church community involves being connected and feeling close to one another in the community. Being in church means feeling cared for by others. During this epidemic of loneliness\, in what ways can the church create the kind of community in which people care for others and feel cared for? The three classes in this series will focus on the increasing lack of connections in society and the ways that the church can respond to this situation by cultivating relationships and interconnectedness in the face of this “epidemic of loneliness.” Adults of all ages are encouraged to attend each session. \nDecember 3: Interconnectedness in Youth\nDecember 10: Interconnectedness in Middle Life\nDecember 17: Interconnectedness in Elder Life
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/journey-to-the-common-good-fostering-connection-and-relational-discipleship-during-an-epidemic-of-loneliness/2023-12-17/
LOCATION:Room 33
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231217T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231217T101500
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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/2023-12-17/
LOCATION:Room 24
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231217T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231217T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231029T193203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T193205Z
UID:10005547-1702805400-1702807200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:First Steps to Faith
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 0-3 and their parents or caregivers gather one Sunday a month in the nursery for seasonal stories\, songs\, and activities for young families.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-steps-to-faith-4-2/2023-12-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231217T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231217T101500
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20230616T001758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T001758Z
UID:10003931-1702805400-1702808100@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-103/2023-12-17/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231217T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20230901T005921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T005921Z
UID:10004428-1702809000-1702812600@faithatfirst.org
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/2023-12-17/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231217T104500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20230908T220915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T220915Z
UID:10005163-1702809900-1702812600@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-37/2023-12-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231217T104500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20230908T221353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T221353Z
UID:10005191-1702809900-1702812600@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/connect456-9/2023-12-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231217T113500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231217T120500
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231206T034756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T035731Z
UID:10005692-1702812900-1702814700@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Architecture Tour of First Church Sanctuary and Tittle Chapel
DESCRIPTION:What well-known women’s suffrage and temperance movement leader has her own stained glass window at First Church? Who carved the reredos above the altar in the sanctuary ? When was Tittle Chapel built\, and who is it named after? \nStick around after worship on Dec. 17 for a 30-minute architecture and history tour of the First Church sanctuary and Tittle Chapel led by our resident expert Bill Brown.  We gather in the rear of the sanctuary after the postlude.  Please RSVP here.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/architecture-tour-of-first-church-sanctuary-and-tittle-chapel/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Taylor-Johnson":MAILTO:mary@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231217T114500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20230907T000641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T000641Z
UID:10005035-1702813500-1702818000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Children's Council
DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Council acts as both a work committee and an advisory board to the Director of Children’s Ministry. The Children’s Council focuses on formulating and supporting the vision of our various children’s ministries. We consult with the Director of Children’s Ministries to plan the yearlong calendar. Under the umbrella of Children’s Ministries are the following programs: Sunday School\, Chapel\, Connect 56\, Nursery\, Summer Camps (Creation Camp\, VBS\, Family Camp)\, Fellowship Groups (Jump and Club 123)\, Pageant\, and holiday celebrations (e.g\, Advent\, Lent\, Easter).
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-council/2023-12-17/
LOCATION:Room 33
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231217T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231217T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231011T081756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T081904Z
UID:10004456-1702834200-1702841400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Young Adults!  We are gathering for potlucks on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 5:30pm. Feel free to bring your favorite side item or dessert! Contact Sydney Harkrider at sydney@faithatfirst.com for the location!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-potluck-2-2/2023-12-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231218T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231108T025217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T023751Z
UID:10005690-1702926000-1702929600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bringing Light Into Advent Darkness (small group)
DESCRIPTION:The practice of lighting Advent candles symbolizes the process of increasing candlelight each week in the face of increasing darkness\, or shorter daylight\, each week. \nUsing the four Advent candle themes—hope\, love\, joy\, and peace—this three-week\, small group experience offers four different prayer practices. This group invites participants to explore breath prayer\, examen\, praying scripture\, and intercessory prayer. The goal is to encourage one another to pray intentionally during a season so frequently filled with anxiety\, stress\, and grief. The hope is that our renewed prayer practices may lead us into a new year that continues Advent themes. No experience necessary. \nThe Zoom experience begins Monday\, November 27 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. and continues on December 4 and 11. Facilitators are Mary Cauble and Bonny Roth.  Register here.  For more information\, contact Tom Scott\, at tom.scott.goblue@msn.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-formation-bringing-light-into-advent-darkness/2023-12-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231219T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231219T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20230818T201831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T201831Z
UID:10004368-1702994400-1702999800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Archives Committee
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/archives-committee/2023-12-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231219T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20230731T190726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T191007Z
UID:10004329-1703012400-1703016000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Faith Formation Council meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Faith Formation Council meets on the third Tuesday of each month\, 7-8pm online.   Questions may be directed to Tom Scott (tom.scott.goblue@msn.com)\, who co-chairs this committee along with Lee Rader.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-formation-council-meeting/2023-12-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Scott":MAILTO:tom.scott.goblue@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231219T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20230818T202215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T202215Z
UID:10004385-1703012400-1703017800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult Christian Education Council
DESCRIPTION:A meeting of the Adult Christian Education Council. The contacts are\nAllison Greer allison.greer123@gmail.com\nHenry Carrigan carjrn@aol.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-christian-education-council/2023-12-19/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231219T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231017T215827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T215953Z
UID:10005461-1703012400-1703017800@faithatfirst.org
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/2023-12-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231220T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231220T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231115T233436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T233438Z
UID:10005391-1703066400-1703071800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:The Wednesday Bible Study is a longstanding group that welcomes new persons.  The group meets online every Wednesday 10-11:30am with the exception of a short break in the summer.  \nNew participants are always welcome. Please contact Janet Lutz at janetatl@aol.com if you are interested. 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/wednesday-bible-study-20-2-3/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Lutz":MAILTO:janetatl@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231220T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231220T201500
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20230901T202955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T202955Z
UID:10005025-1703098800-1703103300@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-9/2023-12-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231220T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20230616T001600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T001600Z
UID:10003895-1703100600-1703106000@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-90/2023-12-20/
LOCATION:Choir Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231221T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231108T022253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T022253Z
UID:10005554-1703185200-1703190600@faithatfirst.org
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-2/2023-12-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231224T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231224T154500
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231207T002420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T002420Z
UID:10005694-1703430000-1703432700@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Youth Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Instrumentalists in grades 6-12 are invited to play Christmas carols before and during the 4:00pm Family Service on Christmas Eve. The group will rehearse together at 3:00pm before the service in the Sanctuary. Music is available in advance for any instrument. Please email brian@faithatfirst.com if your child would like to play.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/youth-ensemble/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231224T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231208T033304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T033304Z
UID:10005698-1703433600-1703437200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Family Service
DESCRIPTION:Nursery care beginning at 3:45 pm.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/christmas-eve-family-service-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231224T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231224T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231208T033400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T033400Z
UID:10005699-1703440800-1703442600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Chancel Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chancel-choir-rehearsal-135/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231224T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231208T033721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T033721Z
UID:10005701-1703444400-1703448000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Choir\, Handbells\, Strings\, & Organ
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/christmas-eve-candlelight-service-with-choir-handbells-strings-organ/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231224T223000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231224T230000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231208T033900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T033900Z
UID:10005703-1703457000-1703458800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Music Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/music-rehearsal-3/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231224T230000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231225T000000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044947
CREATED:20231208T033808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T034035Z
UID:10005702-1703458800-1703462400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Candleight Service With Communion\, Soloist\, & Organ
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/christmas-eve-candleight-service-with-communion/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231227T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231227T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044948
CREATED:20230608T002343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T182943Z
UID:10003818-1703671200-1703674800@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-7/2023-12-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231231T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231231T221500
DTSTAMP:20260426T044948
CREATED:20231207T042626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T042626Z
UID:10005696-1704014100-1704060900@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult Connection
DESCRIPTION:All adults welcome for coffee and conversation with First Church friends!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-connection/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240102T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240102T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044948
CREATED:20230818T200903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T200903Z
UID:10004352-1704222000-1704225600@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-4/2024-01-02/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240102T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240102T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T044948
CREATED:20231223T033331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231223T033331Z
UID:10005707-1704222000-1704229200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:First Reads Book Group
DESCRIPTION:The January book is Herland by Charlotte Gilman Perkins.\nThis book group is open to all. Contact Janet Lutz for zoom information and book calendar.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-reads-book-group/
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