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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-103/2023-12-03/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231203T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231203T113000
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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/2023-12-03/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231203T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231203T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230901T011742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T011742Z
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SUMMARY:Methodist Youth Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to start up Youth Ministry again! All youth are invited to come at Methodist Youth Fellowship every 1st and 3rd Sunday right after service from 11:30-1:30pm starting on September 17th. We will have lunch\, play games\, and have time to gather to talk about where we are at in life. This will be our main time to gather as youth to get to know one another. I urge all youth to come hang out and be part of this community! Contact Sydney for more information.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/methodist-youth-fellowship-2/2023-12-03/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231203T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231203T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T022831Z
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SUMMARY:Club123
DESCRIPTION:Club 123 promotes fun\, fellowship\, and service for children in grades 1-3\, once a month on Sundays following Worship from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.\, with lunch provided! \nPlease register in advance\, noting any dietary restrictions or food allergies in the memo field. Pick-up at the front Church Street entrance (516 Church St.). Register here: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=MjkyZDA4YjctNGIyMy00OWRjLWIwZmItYjBjODAxNzI5M2Uy
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/club123-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231203T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231018T035423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T040743Z
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SUMMARY:Covenant Hike Group
DESCRIPTION:“I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station\, through which God speaks to us every hour\, if we will only tune in.” – George Washington Carver \nThe Covenant Hike Group invites all who have a wonder of the natural world to share nature immersion with each other through 3 seasons while experiencing the presence of God. The format is simple. We begin with a brief reading (scripture or poem)\, hike along while sharing joys and concerns\, and appreciate 5 minutes of silence at mid-point. Each hike concludes with an optional\, brief time of sharing about our experiences on the hike\, closing prayer\, and a cool or hot drink! All ages are welcomed! \nOn the First Sunday of each month (October through May) we will meet at a designated location at 2 p.m.\, hiking various paths in our area for about an hour at a comfortable pace for everyone. The group will meet each first Sunday through May and participants may join in as schedules allow. \nAll who participate are welcomed to share in ownership. The wonder of the natural world and God’s presence in it is limitless. \nFacilitators: Jim Johnson and Lee Rader. If interested\, please contact Jim at jjohnso@luc.edu to be placed on the distribution list.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/covenant-hike-group-2/2023-12-03/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231203T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231017T235500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T235500Z
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SUMMARY:Faith Around The Table
DESCRIPTION:Are you hungry for deeper discussion with members of your First Church community that goes beyond the usual Sunday morning chit chat (as lovely as that may be)? This new group is for you! Once a month\, we’ll gather for a potluck dinner and discuss a topic or prompt relating to faith and spirituality. We may explore a question or theme from a recent sermon\, or try answering John Wesley’s favorite question: “How is it with your soul?” Topics will vary based on the group’s input. Andrew and Amy Schumacher will lead the group and host the first meeting with potential for others to host subsequent dinners or use church space. All are welcome\, this is NOT a couples group. Monthly dinners will be on first Sundays from 5pm to 7pm with the first meeting on Nov. 5th. The group will commit to six months and then reassess. Please email Andrew (andrew.r.schumacher@gmail.com) with questions or to sign up. Due to nature of the group\, we’ll limit to six or seven additional participants. Come join us for good food and real honest discussion!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-around-the-table/2023-12-03/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231203T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230901T011307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T063156Z
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SUMMARY:Young Adults Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Young Adults! We are resuming our potlucks every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 5:30 pm starting on September 17th. Feel free to bring your favorite side item or dessert! Contact Sydney at sydney@faithatfirst.com for the location!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-potluck-3/2023-12-03/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231204T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231204T201500
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231108T022601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T022601Z
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SUMMARY:Nominations Committee Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Nominations and Leadership Development committee meets on the first Monday of each month on Zoom. Please address and questions to Pastor Grace Imathiu\, chair at grace@faithatfirst.com and/or Michael Bergmann\, vice chair at mgbergmann@yahoo.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/nominations-committee-monthly-meeting/2023-12-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231205T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230818T201831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T201831Z
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SUMMARY:Archives Committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/archives-committee/2023-12-05/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231205T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230818T200903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T200903Z
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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-4/2023-12-05/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231205T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230908T215809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T215809Z
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SUMMARY:First Books
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-books-2/2023-12-05/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231207T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231207T154500
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231208T033126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T033126Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Ensemble Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/youth-ensemble-rehearsal-4/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231207T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231207T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
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/2023-12-07/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Koester":MAILTO:davekoester57@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231207T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231207T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231208T033518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T033518Z
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SUMMARY:Festive Prelude
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/festive-prelude/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230616T001308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T220342Z
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SUMMARY:Pageant Dress Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:A required dress rehearsal for children involved in the pageant on Dec. 10. This is a closed rehearsal only open to immediate family.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/pageant-sunday-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary and Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231209T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231209T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231130T022500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T022519Z
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SUMMARY:Couples Salon Holiday Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join FUMC Couples Salon at the Hagedorns’ house for a festive evening of food and fellowship hosted by Sue and Jim Hagedorn and Caroline and Bryan Wagner. Please bring an appetizer\, side dish or dessert to add to the holiday buffet. \nPlease RSVP to Sue Hagedorn at shagedorn123@aol.com to let her know you are coming and what dish you are bringing to share.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/couples-salon-holdiay-gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231210T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231210T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231130T022715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T043946Z
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SUMMARY:All Church Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on December 10th as the youth provide a breakfast in the dining room! Starting at 9am\, the youth will be flipping pancakes. Come for food\, informal conversation and a bit of holiday cheer before worship.  Hope to see you! \nTo help us plan (and minimize waste)\, please RSVP here.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/all-church-breakfast/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231210T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231210T101500
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230907T003158Z
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/2023-12-10/
LOCATION:Room 24
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231210T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231210T101500
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231003T220638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T220638Z
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SUMMARY:Pageant Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/pageant-rehearsal-6/
LOCATION:Sanctuary and Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231210T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230616T001153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T001153Z
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SUMMARY:Pageant Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Children Pre-K through Grade 6 retell the Christmas story in scripture and song during the 10:30am worship service.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/pageant-sunday/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231210T104500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230908T220915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T220915Z
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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-37/2023-12-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231210T104500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230908T221353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T221353Z
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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/connect456-9/2023-12-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231210T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231108T030549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T030549Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Care Lending Library
DESCRIPTION:Earth Care Lending Library Open on November 12\nLooking for a place to continue growing in your understanding of environmental justice\nand how to care for God’s creation? Visit the Earth Care Lending Library\, which is open every 2nd Sunday after worship in Great Hall. A small lending library with books for readers of all ages\, the titles were curated by the Earth Care Committee and include Newbery Award-winning children’s\nbooks\, as well as titles by leading voices from the spiritual and scientific communities. Check it out!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/earth-care-lending-library/2023-12-10/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231211T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231207T002659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T002659Z
UID:10005695-1702319400-1702324800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Meeting
DESCRIPTION:On Zoom.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/stewardship-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231212T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230629T032723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T032854Z
UID:10004043-1702369800-1702378800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Producemobile (Volunteers Needed)
DESCRIPTION:Interfaith Action volunteers distribute 11\,000 pounds of fresh produce\, donated by the Greater Chicago Food Depository\, to Cook County residents in need. Numbered tickets are provided to guests\, who each receive 15-25 pounds of fruits and vegetables. There is a walk-up line and distribution takes place outside\, so bring a wheeled cart and/or strong bags with handles. \nAs part of the Producemobile program\, SNAPGap collects personal hygiene and cleaning products that cannot be purchased with federal benefits and distributes them to people in need. Member church communities donate and collect different items every month\, including toilet paper\, razors\, laundry detergent\, and soap. \nThe Producemobile is co-sponsored by the Greater Chicago Food Depository\, Interfaith Action of Evanston\, and the City of Evanston.  This initiative runs largely on volunteers.  Want to help?  Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090f4bafaf23a02-evanston#/.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/producemobile-volunteers-needed/2023-12-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231212T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231003T210740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T210800Z
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SUMMARY:Church Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-council-meeting/2023-12-12/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230908T024328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T185340Z
UID:10003758-1702461600-1702465200@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. Year round we gather at LePeep 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-6-2/2023-12-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231213T201500
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230901T202623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T202623Z
UID:10005015-1702494000-1702498500@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Membership Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the Membership Committee Please address questions to Mark Henry\, Chair\, at mark.g.henry@gmail.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/membership-committee-meeting-4/2023-12-13/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231214T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20230606T203604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T203747Z
UID:10003697-1702580400-1702587600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Limitless Game Night & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Limitless Game Night & Conversation is a virtual gathering to talk and play online games such as Codenames\, Scattergories\, Pictionary\, and several others.  Limitless is a group of adults\, singles and couples\, that span multiple ages and life stages.  New participants are always welcome. \nIf interested\, please contact Stephanie Peters at stephdeloney@gmail.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/limitless-game-night-conversation/2023-12-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Peters":MAILTO:stephdeloney@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231215T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231215T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T042932
CREATED:20231207T002157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T002157Z
UID:10005693-1702656000-1702663200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:J.U.M.P.
DESCRIPTION:J.U.M.P. (Junior United Methodist People) serves as an introductory youth group for students in grades 4-6 and meets monthly on Fridays from 4:00-6:00 p.m. In November\, J.U.M.P. will assemble care packages for guests at First Church’s winter overnight shelter and take a musical look at why the Grinch’s “heart grew three sizes” through the lens of our faith. Please register in advance here: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=ZjM3OGU4NzQtMGMxMC00N2VkLTliZDEtYjBjZjAxNDk0ZDU0
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/j-u-m-p-9/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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