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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T091500
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SUMMARY:Adult Christian Education Preview
DESCRIPTION:On Rally Day Sunday\, Sept. 8\, the Adult Christian Education Council is hosting an overview of opportunities for adults to learn and grown in faith. All are welcome to the dining room from 9:15-10:15am to hear about plans for four tracks of classes and groups\, specific opportunities\, and a bit about the work Adult Council is doing. This gathering is a great opportunity for long-time members\, new visitors\, and everyone in-between.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-christian-education-preview/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T192231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T192231Z
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SUMMARY:Messy Church
DESCRIPTION:Messy Church is Christ-centered. Messy Church is creative. Messy Church is for all ages. Messy Church is where YOU belong! \nLife is rarely neat and tidy. But God isn’t afraid to enter the mess. \nMessy Church is an opportunity for children\, families\, and adults to engage in hands-on creative activities\, celebratory worship\, and time together in community. Join us for a different kind of Sunday School for children and adults on this Rally Day Sunday!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/messy-church-4/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colin McDonald":MAILTO:colin@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T202603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T165312Z
UID:10006508-1725787800-1725790500@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-140/2024-09-08/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T192519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171151Z
UID:10006133-1725791400-1725796800@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/2024-09-08/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T192958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T192958Z
UID:10006225-1725793200-1725796800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Children's Chapel and Connect 456
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-chapel-and-connect-456/
ORGANIZER;CN="Colin McDonald":MAILTO:colin@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T193743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T193743Z
UID:10006265-1725795000-1725796800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Community Hour with Ice Cream
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/community-hour-with-ice-cream/
LOCATION:Front Lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T194036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T194036Z
UID:10006266-1725795000-1725796800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Eucharist Service
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/eucharist-service/2024-09-08/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T222052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T222539Z
UID:10006884-1725910200-1725914700@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Communications Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 2024-25 Communications Commitee meets monthly on the second Monday of each month at 7:30pm online.   Questions?  Please reach out to committee chair Andy Shotwell at ashotwell@gmail.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/communications-committee-meeting-10/2024-09-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Shotwell":MAILTO:ashotwell@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T203725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T203725Z
UID:10006596-1725976800-1725982200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Archives Committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/archives-committee-2/2024-09-10/
LOCATION:Archives-Room 37
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T200726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T200726Z
UID:10006413-1725994800-1726000200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Church Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-council-meeting-2/2024-09-10/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240904T190639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T190639Z
UID:10006948-1726052400-1726057800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/staff-meeting-62/2024-09-11/
LOCATION:Conference Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Britt Cox":MAILTO:britt@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T203010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T165623Z
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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-62/2024-09-11/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T191500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T202420Z
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-32/2024-09-11/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T202245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T164905Z
UID:10006435-1726083000-1726088400@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-139/2024-09-11/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240813T145144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T163149Z
UID:10006055-1726391700-1726395300@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-8/2024-09-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T204939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T142552Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Education- Social Justice
DESCRIPTION:For Sept. 22\, and 29\, these two classes are meeting together to reflect on the United Methodist Social principles\, as they are an important part of understanding United Methodism\,. On Oct. 6\, the two classes will meet separately. Social Justice will continue exploration on the Social Principles in their updated form\, and Methodism 101 will begin with a brief history of John Wesley and discussion on what Methodism has in common with other Christian denominations.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-education-2/2024-09-15/
LOCATION:Room 32
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T204245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T142434Z
UID:10006727-1726391700-1726396200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education Class- The Christian Experiment
DESCRIPTION:A weekly gathering that creates community and explores faith-based questions. More. Led by Matt Rader and Kristi Hubbard.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-education-class/2024-09-15/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240829T163541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T163541Z
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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/connect456-10/2024-09-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240829T163813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T181827Z
UID:10006921-1726397100-1726399800@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-38/2024-09-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T203240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T203240Z
UID:10006584-1726399800-1726405200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Faith Formation Council "Train the Trainer" Event
DESCRIPTION:This is a “train the trainer” event on walking the labyrinth for members of the Faith Formation Council to prepare them to lead sessions for the congregation later in the fall.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-formation-council-train-the-trainer-event/2024-09-15/
LOCATION:Memorial Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240813T143025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T154143Z
UID:10006034-1726399800-1726407000@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-4/2024-09-15/
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240613T195155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T195155Z
UID:10005898-1726412400-1726419600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Installation Service for District Superintendent
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/installation-service-for-district-superintendent/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240916T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T210100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T210100Z
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SUMMARY:Nominations and Leadership Development Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Nominations & Leadership Development Committe first meeting of the new year. Agenda to be shared in early September. \nPlease address any questions to:\nPastor Grace Imathiu\, Commitee Chair\, grace@faithatfirst.com\nMike Bergmann\, Vice Chair\, mgbergmann@yahoo.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/nominations-and-leadership-development-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Taylor-Johnson":MAILTO:mary@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T203437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T203437Z
UID:10006586-1726599600-1726603200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Faith Formation Council Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Faith Formation Council will meet monthly by ZOOM. Attendees will receive the ZOOM link in advance. Any questions contact Tom Scott or Lee Rader.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-formation-council-monthly-meeting/2024-09-17/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T194655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T194655Z
UID:10006299-1726855200-1726869600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Social- Howl at the Moon
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Young Adult Social takes place at “Howl at the Moon”. This is a piano bar\, and our group is having a special happy hour event for those attending. Contact Sydney for details\, and we hope you’ll come out to sing and have a great time with us!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-social-howl-at-the-moon/
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240917T183404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T183404Z
UID:10007241-1726912800-1726920000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Styrofoam Collection
DESCRIPTION:The Earth Care Committee holds its monthly Styrofoam collection time at First UMC Evanston on the third Saturday of the month at the Church Street entrance between 10am and Noon. Material to be collected includes all clean No. 6 plastic foam. Acceptable items include disposable coffee cups; take out containers (such as clamshells); plastic plates\, bowls and cutlery; meat and poultry foam trays and packing foam. When recycled\, these items can be processed into a material used to make park benches\, picture frames\, and other items. Recycling these items helps keep this harmful plastic\, which cannot be processed locally\, out of the waste stream.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/styrofoam-collection/2024-09-21/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240910T165542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T165542Z
UID:10007238-1727004600-1727008200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Fuel Your Faith Program Fair
DESCRIPTION:Fall is often a season of new beginnings. In this new season\, what do you need to fuel your faith? Spiritual food in the form of a small group? A Bible study or Christian education opportunity for yourself or a child or youth? Social opportunities for a not-yet-launched young adult? Does your soul need community with and the support of others? \nStick around after worship for a program fair that focuses not on what you can do for the church\, but what the church has to offer to help you “grow in your relationship with God” so that you can “live your faith in the world.” Come to “taste” (yes\, there will be snacks) and see the goodness of First Church’s many opportunities. Please invite a new person to come along with you!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/fuel-your-faith-program-fair/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240828T205622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T205622Z
UID:10006814-1727118000-1727123400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-committee-meeting-9/
LOCATION:Conference Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Brown":MAILTO:nandbrown@comcast.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240922T201403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T201403Z
UID:10007312-1727172000-1727179200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Diaper Packing-Underwriters Lab
DESCRIPTION:A group of volunteers from Underwriters Lab will be packing diapers for Bundled Blessings and learning about the diaper bank. The event will be 10-11:30am on Tuesday\, September 24. Contact Person: Nancy Brown\, bundledblessings@outlook.com\, 847-271-1712.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/diaper-packing-underwriters-lab/
LOCATION:Room M
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Brown":MAILTO:nandbrown@comcast.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153231
CREATED:20240904T191115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T191115Z
UID:10007148-1727265600-1727271000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Collaborate\, Connect\, Care Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/collaborate-connect-care-staff-meeting/2024-09-25/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Britt Cox":MAILTO:britt@faithatfirst.com
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