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SUMMARY:Breakfast and Diaper Packing for Inquirers and Friends
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/breakfast-and-diaper-packing-for-inquirers-and-friends/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T120000
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SUMMARY:Craft Day
DESCRIPTION:Craft Day: 1st Saturdays in the Dining Room at 10am-12pm \nJoin us for a fun and creative time together. Bring any project you would like to work on\, including quilting\, crochet\, knitting\, beading\, painting\, and more. All projects are welcome.\nWe will meet in the dining room\, so there will be plenty of space to spread out. Please bring your sewing machine and any supplies you will need\, as well as your lunch. \nBeginners are welcome. All ages and skill levels are invited to join.\nPlease email Courtney or Glynis to receive the building access code.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/craft-day/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T101500
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SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections - One Church One Book
DESCRIPTION:Wesleyan Vile-tality\n\nSJI launches a four-week study of FUMC’s One Church/One Book\, “Wesleyan Vile-tality: Reclaiming the Heart of Methodist Identity.” It was written by Dr. Ashley Boggan\, who led SJI and preached here last Fall. Boggan argues that the early Methodists\, following the lead of John and Charles Wesley\, were considered vile. They were “rule-benders\, rabble-rousers\, and outcast-embracers.” Somewhere along the way\, Methodists chose to become respectable. Boggan calls us to return to our original vile-tality as we address racism\, sexism\, heterosexism\, and colonialism. Books are available at the church office for $10.\n\nDiscussion facilitators are:\n\nMarch 8: The Call to Wesleyan Vile-tality – Chapters 1 and 2 – Martha Rudy\n\nMarch 15: Losing Vile-tality – Chapter 3 – Matt Moy Johnson\n\nMarch 22: Vile Sustainers – Chapter 4 – Tom Scott\n\nMarch 29: Reclaiming Vile-tality – Chapter 5 – Dennis Barbour
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-one-church-one-book/2026-03-08/
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DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
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SUMMARY:Fisk University concert
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/fisk-university-concert/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
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SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out (On the Town!)
DESCRIPTION:Mom’s Night Out: March 12 @ 6:30pm \nHost: Women’s Club Review & Evelyn McGowan \nJoin friends for an evening of laughter and community at “All Downstage from Here”\, presented at the Evanston Woman’s Club (1702 Church Street at Chicago Avenue). \nThis entertaining revue features musical numbers cleverly “adapted” with humorous commentary on life in Evanston. The production is entirely volunteer-led and promises a delightful night out. \nMost importantly\, proceeds benefit Piven Theatre Workshop\, supporting its mission to foster creative exploration and celebrate each individual’s unique voice through ensemble-based\, community-oriented theatre training and performance. \n\nTickets: $52\nEvelyn McGowan has reserved a table for 12. Please pay via Zelle and contact Evelyn for payment details at em4mail@@gmail.com.\n\nDinner Before the Show – 6:00pm \nWe’ll gather at Prairie Moon (1635 Chicago Avenue). \nIf you’d like to join for dinner\, please contact Cherie Asante at Cherie.asante@gmail.com so she can include you in the reservation. \nWe hope you’ll join us for a fun evening in support of a meaningful ministry in our community! \nUpcoming: \n\nApril – Jen Wolfe & Jackie Owens\nMay – Julie Womack & TBD
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/moms-night-out-on-the-town/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
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SUMMARY:Stare at the Sun concert
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/stare-at-the-sun-concert/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T193100Z
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SUMMARY:Stare at the Sun Choral Concert
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/stare-at-the-sun-choral-concert-2/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260227T192518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T192537Z
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SUMMARY:Men's Fellowship: One Church One Book 9:15am Meeting
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/mens-fellowship-one-church-one-book-915am-meeting/
LOCATION:Great Hall Balcony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T101000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260305T171101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T171101Z
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SUMMARY:New Member Sunday walkthrough
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/new-member-sunday-walkthrough/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T124500
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CREATED:20260217T164236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T190530Z
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SUMMARY:Special Church Conference
DESCRIPTION:Special Church Conference to hear about and vote on Church Council’s recommended revised church committee structure.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/special-church-conference/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T193000
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SUMMARY:Food Growing in Small Spaces and Food Sharing in Evanston
DESCRIPTION:Food Growing in Small Spaces and Food Sharing in Evanston\nMonday March 16th\, 6:00 – 7:30 pm\nEvanston Main Library Community Room 107\n1703 Orrington\nFree and open to the public\nLearn how to grow vegetables in containers and raised beds with the Illinois Extension Master Gardener Program; then join a panel discussion with Edible Evanston\, Evanston Community Fridges\, Urban Canopy\, Unitarian Church Evanston and others to find out about opportunities to share food in Evanston!\nSponsored by the League of Women Voters and Evanston Library\nRegister here:   https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69710c784a9fd98b7f78d894
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/food-growing-in-small-spaces-and-food-sharing-in-evanston/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260217T181249Z
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SUMMARY:Laity Convocation 2026: "Moving Forward with Hope"
DESCRIPTION:The Nominations and Leadership Development Committee invites you to attend Laity Convocation 2026: “Moving Forward with Hope” on March 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at First UMC of Glen Ellyn (424 Forest Ave.). This gathering offers a meaningful opportunity to connect with other lay leaders\, exchange ideas\, and gain practical insight for leading with clarity and purpose in the year ahead. \nThe cost is $15 per person. We encourage you to participate\, share your voice\, and be part of the conversation shaping our shared ministry.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/laity-convocation-2026-moving-forward-with-hope/
LOCATION:424 Forest Ave.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260130T185557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T185557Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Life - Judith Radcliffe
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/celebration-of-life-judith-radcliffe/
LOCATION:Dining Hall ;Tittle Chapel ;Memorial Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260308T164819Z
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SUMMARY:ASP Fundraiser Dinner & Online Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:ASP Fundraiser Dinner & Online Silent Auction \nSaturday\, March 21 | Dinner at 6pm\, Online Silent Auction Closes 7:30pm \nJoin us for our annual Fundraiser Dinner supporting our mission trip with Appalachia Service Project (ASP) for our 28th year. \nEnjoy a free pasta dinner served by our youth while helping support our mission\, so we can serve families in Appalachia by making homes warmer\, safer\, and drier. Every gift or silent auction bid helps make the mission possible. \nDuring the evening\, you’ll hear reflections from our youth and leaders\, and you’ll have the opportunity to participate in our online silent auction\, which closes that night. Your presence and support help ensure this life-changing ministry can continue. \nTo RSVP\, click here!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/asp-fundraiser-dinner-online-silent-auction/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T113500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T122000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260319T161720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T161720Z
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SUMMARY:Visitor Tour
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/visitor-tour/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260227T194346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T194346Z
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SUMMARY:Men's Fellowship: One Church One Book 11:45am Meeting
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/mens-fellowship-one-church-one-book-1145am-meeting/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:Great Hall Balcony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260319T160256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T160256Z
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SUMMARY:Organ Tuning
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/organ-tuning/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260324T180457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T180457Z
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SUMMARY: Evanston Community Cares Food\, Essentials and Gift Card Drive
DESCRIPTION:Evanston Community Cares Food\, Essentials and Gift Card Drive \n– Collection at No Kings Rally/March 9:00 a.m. – Noon\n– Collection at ETHS 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. \nNeeded:\n– Neighbors to support\n– Goal to collect food to serve 500+ families and fill local pantries & fridges.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/evanston-community-cares-food-essentials-and-gift-card-drive/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260319T161118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T161118Z
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SUMMARY:No Kings Rally and March
DESCRIPTION:Good Afternoon\,\n\nInterfaith Action of Evanston was invited by Indivisible Evanston and agreed to be a co-sponsor of the No Kings 3 Rally & March. The Rally & March will be held Sat\, March 28th\, Dawes Park\, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. As a co-sponsor there was no financial commitment.\n\nPlease share this notice and the attached flyer with your members. Interfaith Action of Evanston is protesting the Administration’s changes to critical food assistance programs adversely affecting vulnerable\, at-risk communities. One of Interfaith’s priorities is to advocate for government assistance to help those struggling with food insecurity and the lack of low-income housing. This rally is an opportunity to both protest and advocate on behalf of those we serve through our targeted programs.\n\nBest regards\,
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/no-kings-rally-and-march/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260324T180018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T180032Z
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SUMMARY:No Kings Rally & March - Dawes Park
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/no-kings-rally-march-dawes-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260329T141107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T141107Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Sunday School
DESCRIPTION:Sunday school takes place before worship with an emphasis on sharing and responding to stories in the Bible through questions\, conversation\, creativity\, and play. Sunday School is offered in an all-ages format for children ages 3-12 with the intentional aid of Mini-Revolutions\, an intergenerational curriculum based on the Revised Common Lectionary from Illustrated Ministry. Together\, children and families practice the rhythms and experience the seasons of the church year through the revolutions of the liturgical calendar. / 9:15-10:15 a.m.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-sunday-school/2026-03-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260319T162329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162329Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Palm Processional (and Hot Cross Buns!)
DESCRIPTION:After gathering at Raymond Park for a neighborhood\, outdoor Palm Sunday Procession (with live donkey!)\, continue the celebration indoors at First Church as we gather in the kitchen to learn about the history of hot cross buns — an early spring and Easter favorite — decorate one for yourself or a friend\, and have a bite before worship! Children and families are then invited to meet outside of the Sanctuary between 10:25-10:30 a.m. and help lead the way into worship as part of the children’s Palm Sunday Procession.\n\nPlease note that children’s Sunday school and Faith & Parenting classes will not meet at 9:15 a.m. on Palm Sunday.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-palm-processional-and-hot-cross-buns/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260329T143249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T143249Z
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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. Breakout groups of children ages Pre-K and K and grades 1-3 are invited to experience the wonder of worship and joy of living out our faith in a lively\, play-based setting. / 10:45-11:30 a.m.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-chapel-30/2026-03-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260329T144502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T144502Z
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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 and in the world. Each week features a unique and active means of connecting to scripture\, worship\, service\, and our First Church and United Methodist history. / 10:45-11:30 a.m.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/connect456/2026-03-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260319T162530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162530Z
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SUMMARY:Listening session
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/listening-session/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260308T141343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T141343Z
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SUMMARY:Author Interview and Book Signing\, sponsored by Bookends and Beginnings
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/author-interview-and-book-signing-sponsored-by-bookends-and-beginnings/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260319T155906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T155906Z
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SUMMARY:Bookends and Beginnings Hosts Author Colm Toibin
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bookends-and-beginnings-hosts-author-colm-toibin-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260319T160611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T160611Z
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SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections Sunday School
DESCRIPTION:Here are the summaries for each week 4/12-5/31. Please note Room M is needed only for 5/3\, all other dates will be in the Dining Room\n\nApril 12 – Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail. (April 16\, 1963)” In it he says\, “…the great stumbling block… is not the…the Ku Klux Klanner\, but the white moderate\, ” Leader: Rev. Richard Mosley\n\nApril 19 – “The Things that Make for Peace.” These words came from Jesus as he wept over Jerusalem. What makes for peace as we weep over Gaza\, Venezuela\, Cuba\, Ukraine\, Iran\, and ICE brutality Leader: Dan Owens.\n\nApril 26 – “How does social justice happen?” Searching from a theological\, spiritual autobiographical\, and academic perspective. Aiming to understand how the church can address social justice in society. Leader: Andrew Dillon.\n\nMay 3 – “Institute for Therapy Through the Arts (ITA).” Learning how Evanston’s ITA helps individuals through art\, dance/movement\, drama\, music\, and theater therapies. “Where words alone are not enough\, the arts can often help.” Leader: Jeff Wolfe\, ITA CEO. In Room M on this day only.\n\nMay 10 – “The Original Mother’s Day Declaration” by Julia Ward Howe in 1870. She called on mothers of all nations to stop the killing. We will lift up all kinds of mothers in a variety of circumstances. Leader: Pastor Britt Cox\,\n\nMay 17 – “The Clark Street Bird Sanctuary.” In two parts. Come to either or both. At 8 am: A Nature Walk in the Sanctuary at the lake. Binoculars welcome. At 9:15 am: A presentation in the church dining room on how people turned Northwestern’s destruction of a natural area into a sanctuary. Leaders: Julie Dorfman and Jerry Herst\, initial stewards of the sanctuary.\n\nMay 24 – “Living with Friends and Foes.” How to protect ourselves from the new variant of mosquitoes in ways that don’t harm bees and butterflies\, and how we can best care for the bees around us. Includes action steps to advocate for change at a corporate and governmental level to better protect our pollinators. Leaders: Judith Campbell and the Earth Care Committee
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-sunday-school/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260329T151243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T151243Z
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SUMMARY:Messy Church
DESCRIPTION:Messy Church is an opportunity for children\, youth\, 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 on the first Sunday of each month! / 9:15-10:15 a.m. In Great Hall
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/messy-church-6/2026-04-12/2/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165833
CREATED:20260319T155328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T155328Z
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SUMMARY:The Story of Our Lives Worship Series
DESCRIPTION:This Easter season\, we follow the risen Jesus through stories—stories of confusion and recognition\, fear and courage\, friendship and hope. Before the disciples become the leaders of the church\, they are simply people trying to find words for an experience that has changed everything. As we listen again to these resurrection stories\, we’ll discover how our own lives are woven into God’s ongoing story—shaping us to live with honesty\, connection\, and hope in a world still longing for good news. Join us each week for worship and opportunities to practice telling and living this story together.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/the-story-of-our-lives-worship-series/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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