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SUMMARY:Worship in the Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Please find up to date information about this Sunday here.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/worship-in-the-sanctuary/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T104500
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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/connect456-10/2025-05-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
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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-38/2025-05-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20240828T194036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T194036Z
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SUMMARY:Eucharist Service
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/eucharist-service/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20241209T180901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T180901Z
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SUMMARY:Church Offering Counting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-offering-counting/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20240813T143025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T154143Z
UID:10006052-1748172600-1748179800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Methodist Youth Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Methodist Youth Fellowship (aka MYF) is open to all youth (7th-12th Grade). We’ll gather twice each month on Sundays 11:30-1:30pm. This is a time to have lunch and engage in music\, games\, an activity\, service project\, lesson or anything in between. This is our time to hang out as a youth group and build connections. Hope you’ll join us! \nQuestions?  Contact Sydney Harkrider at sydney@faithatfirst.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/methodist-youth-fellowship-4/2025-05-25/
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250311T182425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T182425Z
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SUMMARY:Music Ministry
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/music-ministry-29/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20230608T002343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T182943Z
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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. We meet at Le Peep 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-7/2025-05-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20240904T191115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T191115Z
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SUMMARY:Collaborate\, Connect\, Care Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/collaborate-connect-care-staff-meeting/2025-05-28/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Britt Cox":MAILTO:britt@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250506T152156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T152156Z
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SUMMARY:LAST Wednesday Potluck!
DESCRIPTION:Bring a side or dessert to share and join your church family for good food\, fellowship\, and seasonal activities for all ages on this last of our Wednesday evening potlucks for the program year! \nPlease register to aid in preparations\, noting dates you plan to attend and any dietary restrictions or food allergies in the memo field.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/last-wednesday-potluck/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Colin McDonald":MAILTO:colin@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250529T174508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T174508Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial Service
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/memorial-service-4/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250403T160219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T160219Z
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings is sponsoring Diaper Days -- an open house\, diaper drive and diaper packing event.
DESCRIPTION:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will be hosting Diaper Days — an open house\, diaper drive\, and diaper packing event on Sat. 5/31 from 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Contact Nancy Brown at bundledblessings@outlook.com or 847-271-1712 .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-is-sponsoring-diaper-days-an-open-house-diaper-drive-and-diaper-packing-event/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250529T173457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T174948Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial Service
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/memorial/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T183000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250508T154516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T154516Z
UID:10009129-1748701800-1748716200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Northwestern THUNK A Cappella Group Concert
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/northwestern-thunk-a-cappella-group-concert/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20240828T200038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T200038Z
UID:10006337-1748777400-1748784600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Methodist Youth Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:All 7th-12th grade youth are invited to attend Methodist Youth Fellowship (MYF)! This is our gathering twice a month for all youth to have lunch and then engage in music\, lessons\, a service project\, or simply have fun together. Come and join us! All are welcome!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/methodist-youth-fellowship-6/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Room M
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T114000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20241023T180724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T155001Z
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SUMMARY:Spring 2025 Inquirers Class
DESCRIPTION:2025 Spring Inquirers Class\n \nSundays\, April 27\, May 4\, 11\, 18 & June 1\, 11:40-1:30pm (lunch included)\n\nWhat is Inquirers?\n\n\nAn exploration/inquiry into First Church\, its ministries\, and people.\n\n\nA six-session class that meets on Sundays led by Pastor Grace Imathiu\, Mary Taylor-Johnson and other church leaders.\n\n\nAn experience to help you discern whether this faith community will nurture you and provide opportunities to grow and serve.\n\n\nWhat will we do/learn/think about in Inquirers?\n\n\n        Learn about the First Church mission\, strategic planning\, and what it means to be a Reconciling Congregation.\n\n\n        Talk about the collective faith journey and reflect on our own individual experiences.\n\n\n        Learn about (or review) the structure\, theology\, and current issues in the United Methodist denomination.\n\n\n        Hear about opportunities such as Adult Education and Faith Formation\, soup kitchen\, sack lunch ministry\, diaper bank\, fellowship groups\, Young Adult potlucks and gatherings\, opportunities for children and youth.\n\n\n        Build relationships with each other through weekly conversation and sharing in small groups.\n\n\n        Listen to what current members share about their experiences in this congregation.\n\n\n        Take a tour of the building.\n\n\n        Inquirers is also the centerpiece of our membership process\, so we’ll talk about the membership vows and expectations.  While we ask all persons considering membership at First Church to participate\, we don’t assume that Inquirers are considering membership.  If the experience helps your discern whether or not this faith community is a good fit for you\, that is a win.\n\n\n\nIf    If you are interested in participating in Inquirers\, or have questions about this opportunity\, please reach out to Mary Taylor-Johnson\, Director of Membership and Engagement\, at 847-864-6182 or mary@faithatfirst.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/spring-2025-inquirers-class/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20241104T184158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T184158Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Care Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/earth-care-committee-meeting/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250415T212222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T000825Z
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SUMMARY:Sketch Group
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sketch-group/
LOCATION:Outside of Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20240828T195357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T195357Z
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SUMMARY:Young Adult Potluck
DESCRIPTION:All young adults are invited to our potluck! Whether you are new around here\, or looking for other adults to befriend— you are welcome here! We gather at the Bailey’s home\, and all bring dishes to share. Contact Sydney for the address\, and hope to see you there!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-potluck-4/2025-06-01/
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250602T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250529T174400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T174400Z
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SUMMARY:Finance Ad Hoc Committee on Designated Funds
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/finance-ad-hoc-committee-on-designated-funds/2025-06-02/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T153000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20240828T203725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T203725Z
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SUMMARY:Archives Committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/archives-committee-2/2025-06-03/
LOCATION:Archives-Room 37
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250603T193519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T193537Z
UID:10009491-1748973600-1748984400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Evanston Latinos Entrepreneurship and Culinary/Hospitality Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/evanston-latinos-entrepreneurship-and-culinary-hospitality-training/
LOCATION:kitchen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20241104T193719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T162319Z
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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:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250529T174106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T174106Z
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SUMMARY:SPRC meeting
DESCRIPTION:
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:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250508T154610Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250603T193824Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T090000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250128T175136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T170746Z
UID:10008581-1749369600-1749373200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Men's Fellowship Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The men’s fellowship group meets on the second Sunday of each month in the dining room for a light breakfast\, fellowship and often a short program.  Contact Jim Hagedorn (jehdvm@gmail.com) for more information or to be added to our contact list.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/mens-fellowship-gathering-2/2025-06-08/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T101500
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250603T193417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T193417Z
UID:10009490-1749375900-1749377700@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:New Member walk-through
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/new-member-walk-through/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T124500
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T091923
CREATED:20250513T201039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T201504Z
UID:10009395-1749391200-1749402000@faithatfirst.org
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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