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SUMMARY:Total Child School Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Total Child hosts a picnic for all currently enrolled families. The picnic is held on the lawn\, but in case of rain\, it will be held in the Dining Hall.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/total-child-school-picnic/
LOCATION:Hinman Lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
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SUMMARY:SPRC meeting
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sprc-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T154610Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Recital- Mya Vandergrift
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/senior-recital-mya-vandergrift/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T193824Z
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing with AbbVie
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-with-abbvie/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T101500
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250603T193417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T193417Z
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SUMMARY:New Member walk-through
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/new-member-walk-through/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250603T193720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T193720Z
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SUMMARY:Church Conference
DESCRIPTION:Church Conference: Sunday\, June 8 at 12pm \nJoin us for our Church Conference on Sunday\, June 8\, at noon in the dining room. Victor Melad\, our District Superintendent\, will preside. Online access is available (contact Leslie Chiapetti at leslie@faithatfirst.com)\, but voting is in-person only. \nAgenda Highlights: \n\nVote on the 2025-2026 leadership slate (click here for the latest version).\nVote to endorse four First Church members as candidates for ordained ministry:\n\n• Sydney Harkrider \n• Ivy Joe Kuruvila \n• Antoinette Senjanovich \n• Sam Stanes \nPlease stop by Great Hall after worship to meet our newest members\, and bring your coffee and snack to the meeting.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-conference-4/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250513T201039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T201504Z
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SUMMARY:Second Annual Interfaith Family Pride Fest (IFPF)
DESCRIPTION:The Second Annual Interfaith Family Pride Fest (IFPF) is scheduled for Sunday\, June 8th\, 2025\, from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Raymond Park in Evanston\, IL. \nStemming from a desire to build better relationships between the faith communities and the LGBTQ+ community\, members of Evanston’s congregations have gathered to plan our second youth and family-focused pride event\, one that is inclusive\, joyful\, and representative of the rich diversity in Evanston. \nThis event will feature a variety of dynamic performers including the Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus\, the Drag Bubbe\, Artemis Singers\, and many others! There will be art and activities in the park\, carnival snacks and beverages\, and fun for the whole family. The event is expected to be a memorable one and entirely free of charge for the people of Evanston. 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/ifpf/
LOCATION:Raymond Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250603T193916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T193916Z
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing with Mather
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-with-mather/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250529T173730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T174002Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Email mary@faithatfirst.com with questions
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/membership-committee-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250603T193325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T193325Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Membership Committee will meet Tuesday\, June 10\, 7-8pm via Zoom. The agenda includes (1) an update from Matt Moy Johnson of Church Council on the strategic planning process; (2) conversation on how our work on congregational engagement and membership growth aligns with the plan; (3) initial work on goal setting for 2025-26 and beyond. Questions? Please contact Lynelle Diener\, Chair\, at lynellediener@gmail.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/membership-committee-meeting-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250603T195610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T195610Z
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SUMMARY:Chapel Organ Tuning
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chapel-organ-tuning-2/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250603T192951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T193137Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Lunch Bunch
DESCRIPTION:Register: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=YWUyMzBhZGUtNGI2MC00NzM1LTgyMjUtYjJmMTAxMzg1NGQ5
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/summer-lunch-bunch-3/
LOCATION:Fountain Square
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250501T191031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T191031Z
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SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out
DESCRIPTION:MNO – Wed June 11th at Linda Brennan’s with Linda Federer cohost
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/moms-night-out-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250415T211447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T185355Z
UID:10008987-1749745800-1749751200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Isabel's Retirement Party- Total Child
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/isabels-retirement-party-total-child/
LOCATION:Hinman Lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250502T001052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T190448Z
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Worship
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/outdoor-worship/2025-06-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250831T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250529T181417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T190325Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Hours for the Church Office
DESCRIPTION:As we have in years past\, beginning on June 15th\, the church office will be operating on our summer schedule. The building will be open Tuesday-Friday 10am-2pm and Sundays 8:30am-12:30pm. The office building will be closed on Mondays. Church staff will be working their usual schedules\, but having the office closed on Mondays will allow for rest and attention to the planning of big projects for the coming program year.\n\nAs usual\, if you need building access for when the office is closed\, please email Claire Amey\, at office@faithatfirst.com for a building code.\n\nThank you so much for the support of First Church Staff!\n\n– Pastor Britt
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/summer-hours-for-the-church-office/
LOCATION:Office
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250213T171505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171521Z
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SUMMARY:Worship in Tittle Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Please find up to date information about this Sunday here.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/worship-in-the-sanctuary-2/2025-06-15/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250612T181940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T181940Z
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing with NU Athletic Dept
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed group–no church volunteers needed. Keep an eye out for more opportunities to come!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-with-nu-athletic-dept/
LOCATION:Room M
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250612T182403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T182403Z
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SUMMARY:Inquirers Reunion Cookout
DESCRIPTION:2025 Winter and Spring Inquirers along with their First Friends and the Membership Committee are invited to a casual cookout (a la Chef Britt) at Pastor Britt and Jessica’s home. Connect and reconnect with other 2025 Inquirers\, meet Pastor Britt’s family\, check out the parsonage\, and enjoy the food!  Weather permitting\, we’ll also enjoy the yard.  Families are welcome.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/inquirers-reunion-cookout/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250615T163913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T164008Z
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SUMMARY:Church Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-council-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250606T183755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T185056Z
UID:10009497-1750428000-1750435200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Memorial Service: Jean Price
DESCRIPTION:Reception in the Great Hall\nPre-service in Glenna Hall
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/jean-price-memorial-service/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20240606T163957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T163957Z
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SUMMARY:Wedding
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 20\, 2025 (4 p.m.)\, and Saturday\, June 21\, 2025 (wedding)
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/wedding-3/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250610T190035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T190035Z
UID:10009540-1750498200-1750509000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Building Allies...bystander intervention training to support LGBTQIA+
DESCRIPTION:Bystander Intervention Training to Support LGBTQIA+\nGrow more comfortable recognizing and interrupting LGBTQIA+ harassment using effective strategies for intervention. skills to identify various forms of LGBTQIA+ harassment and proven intervention techniques\, led by Right To Be. Learn how to apply these intervention techniques to different scenarios with other allies committed to creating a more inclusive environment.\n\nDoors open at 9:00 a.m. Coffee refreshment and lunch will be provided. Limited lot parking available\, street parking available.\nCarpooling and public transit are encouraged. Six-minute Walk from the brown line. You do not need to be Methodist to attend.\n\nContact martha@aztec506.net for information about sponsored tickets.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/building-allies-bystander-intervention-training-to-support-lgbtqia/
LOCATION:Renewed Hope UMC 3100 W. Wilson Ave Chicago
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250529T173642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T173642Z
UID:10009415-1750599000-1750602600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Music Ministry
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/music-ministry/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250529T174823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T174823Z
UID:10009476-1750615200-1750622400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:HOME: A Musical Worship Experience
DESCRIPTION:HOME (by Tim McKinley) is a musical-liturgical project being reprised by singers in Northern Il Conference and led by Mark Bowman\, one of the first directors of the Reconciling Movement in the UMC to open the church to LGBTQIA+ folks and all! \nTwo HOME worship experiences are being offered in the Chicagoland area on June 22nd at Trinity UMC in Mt. Prospect and July 13 at Broadway UMC in Chicago.  There will be the music of HOME with some of our FUMC folx involved\, and testimonies of queer and trans siblings’ journey to find home in the faith community.   Admission is free!     
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/home-a-musical-worship-experience/2025-06-22/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250612T182505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T182505Z
UID:10009545-1750636800-1751068799@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Creation Camp
DESCRIPTION:First Church’s Children’s and Youth Ministry programs are returning to Camp Wesley Woods in Williams Bay\, Wisconsin\, June 23-27\, 2024. Join us for an extended five-day overnight camp experience suitable for children and youth entering grades 2-8 in the fall of 2025 as together we seek to create life-giving relationships and life-changing memories in Christ.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/creation-camp/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250612T182021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T182021Z
UID:10009542-1750932000-1750937400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing with Vineyard Middle School
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed group–no church volunteers needed. Keep an eye out for more opportunities to come!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-with-vineyard-middle-school/
LOCATION:Room M
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250624T183521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T183521Z
UID:10009549-1751191200-1751202000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections Planning Meeting for 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-planning-meeting-for-2025-26/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250619T181952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T181952Z
UID:10009548-1751194800-1751212800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Chicago Coalition of Welcoming Churches Pride Parade
DESCRIPTION:FUMC Evanston is proud to be a member of the Chicago Coalition of Welcoming Churches and has the opportunity to have up to four people march in the 2025 Pride Parade on Sunday\, June 29\, 2025. \nThis year’s theme is “Together in Faith\, United in Pride\, Rooted in Love.” A brief worship service will be held before the parade begins. \nIf you’re interested in representing our church in the parade\, please sign up by contacting info@chicagowelcomingchurches.org.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chicago-coalition-of-welcoming-churches-pride-parade/
LOCATION:Broadway UMC
ORGANIZER;CN="B.J. Birkhahn-Rommelfanger":MAILTO:Bjbrpastor@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183840
CREATED:20250608T170124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250608T170321Z
UID:10009538-1751203800-1751209200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Tittle Chapel Booking: Felix
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/tittle-chapel-booking-felix/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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