Advent Contemplative Practices Group on Zoom: In the 1960s, the well-known Trappist monk, Thomas Merton, brought contemplative practice out of the cloister into the realm of ordinary people. In the 1970s, Father Thomas Keating developed a form of contemplative practice called centering prayer; and John Main, a Benedictine monk, advocated a practice of contemplative meditation. […]
MERRY CHRISTMAS to EVERY MOM!! THANK YOU to Sue Hagedorn and Krys Juleen for hosting such a wonderful celebration for Christmas! Sue, your home was so beautifully decorated, the quiche and poinsettias were delicious, and the party rocked! So many of you came on that cold snowy evening! We are taking a break until Tues […]
Interfaith Action of Evanston SNAPGap – February 2026 When asked what additional SNAPGap items might be most appreciated, one fellow quickly replied, “garbage bags.” So for January/February we are collecting any brand of 13 gallon garbage bags. These items will be distributed on Wednesday, February 25, at the Vineyard Food Pantry. Items can be purchased […]
Church Office Holiday Closure Please note that the church office will be closed from Thursday, December 25 through Friday, January 2. This time is set aside to allow our staff a period of rest and renewal as we move from one year into the next. We will reopen and resume regular office hours on Monday, […]
Bring a side or dessert to share and join your church family for good food, fellowship, and seasonal activities for all ages. Kindly register at: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=MjkwODNjNzgtYjVkMy00NWVhLTljODItYjM1MzAxNDM2OWIz
