BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//First United Methodist Church of Evanston, IL - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:First United Methodist Church of Evanston, IL
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://faithatfirst.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for First United Methodist Church of Evanston, IL
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20240310T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20241103T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250930T155642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T155642Z
UID:10010947-1759941000-1759944600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Earth Care Library Team Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/earth-care-library-team-meeting/
LOCATION:Great Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251008T190250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T190250Z
UID:10011075-1759941000-1759944600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Earth Care Library Team Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/earth-care-library-team-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Great Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250905T023701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T023701Z
UID:10010291-1759950000-1759955400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Holy Hurt Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Holy Hurt – Healing from Religious Trauma \nWednesdays 7pm-8:30pm | Starting the week of Oct. 8th  through November 12th | Glenna Hall  \nLed by Rev. Britt Cox and shared weekly facilitation with group participants  \nMany of us carry invisible wounds from faith communities that once promised love\, belonging\, or truth—but instead delivered shame\, fear\, or harm. In Holy Hurt\, therapist and theologian Dr. Hillary McBride gently guides readers through the complex terrain of religious trauma with compassion\, insight\, and hope. \nThis class will be a space for honest reflection\, guided discussion\, and spiritual care as we explore themes like: \n\nNaming and understanding religious trauma\nReclaiming your body\, story\, and relationship with the Divine\nGrieving what was lost—and holding onto what still gives life\nFinding new ways of connecting with God\, others\, and yourself\n\nWhether you are deconstructing\, rebuilding\, or simply curious\, this class offers tools for healing\, language for your journey\, and community for the road. All are welcome\, especially those carrying questions or wounds from past faith experiences. \nClass will be capped at 15 people and we ask that folks register ahead of time here on realm. Purchase the book and read through chapter 1 prior to the first class.  \nRegister here at the Realm Registration Event. 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/holy-hurt-book-group/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Britt Cox":MAILTO:britt@faithatfirst.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250930T153617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T153617Z
UID:10010941-1760014800-1760020200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing with AbbVie
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-with-abbvie-2/
LOCATION:Room M
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250930T153711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T153711Z
UID:10010942-1760178600-1760184000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing - Skokie Rotary and other volunteers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-skokie-rotary-and-other-volunteers/
LOCATION:Room M
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T101500
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250910T183113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T183113Z
UID:10010854-1760260500-1760264100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Time: Making Space for Integernational Spiritual Practices
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a three-part introduction to shared spiritual practices designed for integration in your family’s everyday. Children\, parents and caregivers at any age and stage are encouraged to attend this special class offering co-presented by Children’s Ministry and Faith Formation.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sacred-time-making-space-for-integernational-spiritual-practices/2025-10-12/
LOCATION:Room 32/33/34
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T101500
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251003T184817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T184817Z
UID:10011070-1760260500-1760264100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Time: Making Space for Intergenerational Spiritual Practices
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, spiritual practices were lived out in the daily rhythms of monastic\nlife. But we don’t live in monasteries! Our daily rhythms look much different in\nChicagoland in 2025; therefore\, we require spiritual practices that fit our current\ncontext. \nJoin us for a three-part introduction to shared spiritual practices designed for\nintegration in your family’s everyday as we explore practices that provide\nopportunities for us to slow down and spend time with God and each other.\nChildren\, parents and caregivers at any age and stage are encouraged to attend\nthis special class offering co-presented by Children’s Ministry and Faith\nFormation. \nLeaders: Colin McDonald and Virginia A. Lee
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sacred-time-making-space-for-intergenerational-spiritual-practices/2025-10-12/
LOCATION:Room 34
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251006T172721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T172758Z
UID:10011073-1760270400-1760274000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:SPRC meeting
DESCRIPTION:Reservation: OWL and Laptop for virtual option
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sprc-meeting-3/2025-10-12/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T201500
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250718T184738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T184738Z
UID:10009625-1760556600-1760559300@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Festival Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Adults and high school youth from the congregation and the community rehearse in preparation of Mozart’s Requiem for the Festival Choir Concert on November 21\, 2025. No audition is required.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/festival-choir-rehearsal/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:Choir Room
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250312T175758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T190050Z
UID:10008897-1760727600-1760734800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:17thFisk University Choir Concert sponsored by Lula B. Sherman United Methodist Church
DESCRIPTION:Fisk University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the country founded in 1866. The Fisk Choir (originally known as the Mozart Society) was formed in 1879. Sherman is proud to provide the North Shore Community with this presentation of African American sacred music\, a two-hour celebration of the black experience in song and sacred dance. After the two-hour concert\, Sherman hosts a reception for the choir and its philanthropic supporters in the Great Hall and kitchen. \nPurchase ticket here: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/shermanmethodistnet/lula-b-sherman-fisk-university-choir-concert
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/17thfisk-university-choir-concert-sponsored-by-lula-b-sherman-united-methodist-church/
LOCATION:Sanctuary and Kitchen
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250209T180436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T180436Z
UID:10008613-1760727600-1760738400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Sherman Methodist hosts the Fisk College Choir
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sherman-methodist-hosts-the-fisk-college-choir/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251014T173121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T173121Z
UID:10011077-1760779800-1760796000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Memorial Service for Jean Perry
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/memorial-service-for-jean-perry/
LOCATION:Sanctuary and Dining Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251020T171043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T171043Z
UID:10011082-1760988600-1760992200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-education-council-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250916T153843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T153843Z
UID:10010859-1761152400-1761161400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Harvest Soup (Total Child families)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/harvest-soup-total-child-families/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251023T194231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T194231Z
UID:10011091-1761206400-1761238800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Nov. 1 Diaper Packing and Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday morning\, Nov. 1\, Inquirers and other First Church folks are invited to gather at the church to pack diapers in preparation for the monthly diaper pickup day when our social service agency partners come to pick up the diapers for the families in their networks. \nBreakfast 9-9:30am \nDiaper Packing 9:30-11am \nThank you!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/nov-1-diaper-packing-and-breakfast/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250916T183821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T183821Z
UID:10010866-1761244200-1761251400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Mom’s Night Out – Greta Connor’s HomeAsk someone to join you! \n\nNew to MNO? You’re welcome here!Email Linda Federer at Lfederer30@gmail.com for more info or to get connected.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/moms-night-out-23/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250930T155210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T155210Z
UID:10010946-1761244200-1761251400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out
DESCRIPTION:CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU! Always welcoming Moms of every age!\n\nAt Greta Connor’s home with Catharina Maerklin co-hosting.\n\nRSVP if you know you are coming to ggconnor.28@gmail.com Or 773-655-5382\n\nBring something to share IF you can- but no pressure. Come as you are!\n\n\n\nLooking Ahead:\n\nNovember 12th – WED – at Cherie Asante’s with Chris Nieuwsma co-hosting\n\nDec 4th – THURS – at Sue Hagedorn’s\n\nThank you all!\n– Linda Federer
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/moms-night-out-24/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251023T190412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T190412Z
UID:10011084-1761469200-1761474600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Update: The Christian Experiment changes from Room 33 to Room31 for one week
DESCRIPTION:The Christian Experiment room change Fromm 33 to 31 for one week
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/update-the-christian-experiment-changes-from-room-33-to-room31-for-one-week/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250923T194602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T194602Z
UID:10010939-1761479100-1761485400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-planning-meeting/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251023T191142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T191142Z
UID:10011090-1761479100-1761487200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections Fall 25 Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-fall-25-planning-meeting/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250808T191609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T191609Z
UID:10009785-1761499800-1761503400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Interfaith Action Vision Keepers Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Interfaith Action of Evanston cordially invites you to its\nAnnual Fundraising Dinner honoring Vision Keepers from our community.\n\nSunday\, October 26\, 2025\, 5:30 pm\nHilton Orrington Hotel\, Grand Ballroom 1710 Orrington Ave\, Evanston\, IL\n\nFirst Church’s 2025 Vision Keeper is Dave Koester. We will joyfully celebrate the ministry of the weekly Soup Kitchen and Dave’s leadership in its outreach and impact.\n\nProceeds from the Vision Keepers Dinner support Interfaith Action’s programs: winter overnight shelter and warming center\, Hospitality Center for the Homeless\, and local soup kitchens\nRSVP by Wednesday\, October 1\, 2025.\n$90 per person: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=NDQ5YjM5NzAtMTk5Yi00MDQ1LTlkMzEtYjMyZjAxMWZhNWY4\n\nAll reservations must be accompanied by payment. Our preference is that payment is made through Realm\, but if you need an alternative\, please contact britt@faithatfirst.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/interfaith-action-vision-keepers-dinner/
LOCATION:Hilton Orrington Hotel\, Grand Ballroom 1710 Orrington Ave\, Evanston\, IL
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Britt Cox":MAILTO:britt@faithatfirst.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251024T151338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T151338Z
UID:10011092-1761580800-1761588000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Room Reservation
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/room-reservation/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250930T153915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T153915Z
UID:10010944-1761764400-1761769800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing with Woman's Club of Evanston
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-with-womans-club-of-evanston-2/
LOCATION:Room M
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251019T145212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251019T145212Z
UID:10011078-1761987600-1761993000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250922T184246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T184246Z
UID:10010925-1761987600-1761994800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Inquirers Breakfast and Diaper Packing
DESCRIPTION:Inquirers and First Church friends are invited to help Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank by packing diapers for an upcoming distribution day. We’ll gather in the dining room at 9am for breakfast\, then roll up our sleeves and get to work! Children and other family members welcome. \nInterested? Please reach out to mary@faithatfirst.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/inquirers-breakfast-and-diaper-packing/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T101500
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251023T190615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T190615Z
UID:10011085-1762074900-1762078500@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections - A Sacred Remembrance: Evanston's first Black Resident\, Maria Murray Robinson
DESCRIPTION:Social Justice Intersections – A Sacred Remembrance: Evanston’s first Black Resident\, Maria Murray Robinson \nJoin in a discussion led by Melissa Appelt as we remember Maria Murray Robinson\, Evanston’s first Black resident. \nHow did she arrive in Evanston? What do we know about her? How is her life interwoven with First United Methodist Church? What are the ways we can tell her story/our story as we approach our 175th anniversary? \nPlease join us on November 2 at 9:15 am for an overview of the possibilities and limitations confronting this historical challenge.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-a-sacred-remembrance-evanstons-first-black-resident-maria-murray-robinson/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251023T190253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T190253Z
UID:10011083-1762083900-1762086600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship/Finance Leadership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/stewardship-finance-leadership-meeting/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20251003T175527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T175527Z
UID:10011069-1762387200-1762732799@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult ASP Trip
DESCRIPTION:Join us this fall for Adult ASP\, building community and making homes warmer\, safer\, and drier for the people of Central Appalachia. \nQuestions? Email: thegrantbailey@gmail.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-asp-trip/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250910T182609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T175926Z
UID:10010600-1762675200-1762707600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Faith & Parenting Class
DESCRIPTION:Sundays at 9:15am in Room 24. BEGINS NOVEMBER 9TH. \nDoes not meet on First Sundays of the month. \nFaith & Parenting offers a space for parents of children at various 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 from children’s Sunday School will accompany each session. \nFor more info\, contact Colin McDonald\, Director of Children’s Ministry\, at colin@faithatfirst.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-parenting-class/2025-11-09/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T025732
CREATED:20250923T194643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T194643Z
UID:10010940-1762689600-1762693200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Youth Council
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/youth-council/
LOCATION:Conference Room
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR