• First Books

    Glenna Hall

    Join other readers in discussing Lynda Rutledge’s delightful tale “West with Giraffes”. Inspired by the incredible true story of two giraffes who won the hearts of Depression-era America when they crossed the Atlantic through a hurricane and then survived a twelve-day road trip across the U.S. to the San Diego Zoo. Contact Janet Lutz, janetatl@aol.com […]

  • Wednesday Bible Study

    Wednesday Bible Study
    online

    The Wednesday Bible Study is a longstanding group that welcomes new members.  This group meets online every Wednesday 10-11:30am with the exception of a short break in the summer. The current study, which runs through October 18 is The Gospel of Mark by Amy Jill Levine.   A new study (to be determined) will begin […]

  • Progressive Christianity Reading Group

    Progressive Christianity Reading Group
    Zoom

    On Thursdays October 5th, 12th, 18th, and 25th, the Progressive Christians Reading Group will delve into “The Elephant is Running: Process and Open and Relational Theologies and Religious Pluralism” by Bruce Epperly. Epperly believes that God invites us to affirm religious pluralism while remaining faithful to the way of Jesus and the prophetic spirit of […]

  • Soup Kitchen

    Soup Kitchen
    Dining Room

    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.