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SUMMARY:Faith in the Wild Vacation Bible School
DESCRIPTION:“Faith in the Wild” is an environmentally rooted Vacation Bible School program inspiring children to explore their place and relationships in creation. Through imaginative Bible storytelling and outdoor\, immersive study of trees\, water\, birds\, bugs and conservation\, children will uncover elements of wildness and rootedness within and how experiences of wilderness can help us cultivate a deep and lasting connection with God.\n\nFeaturing daily ecological expeditions\, multi-sensory activities\, and special guests in partnership with the Evanston Ecology Center\, Clark Street Beach Bird Sanctuary and more\, families with children entering kindergarten through grade 4 won’t want to miss this free half-day program\, with snacks and lunch provided!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-in-the-wild-vacation-bible-school-2/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T185340Z
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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. Year round we gather at LePeep 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-6-2/2025-08-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T131500
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CREATED:20250630T183107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T183145Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Lunch Bunch
DESCRIPTION:Summer Lunch Bunch is back by popular demand!  BYO lunch and gather with some staff members at Fountain Square on selected Wednesdays over the summer to enjoy togetherness and informal conversation. Whether you are new to First Church this summer or have been at the church for 50 years\, all are welcome!  (Rain location: Church dining room.) \nPlease sign up so we know how many tables we need for the group. \nAugust 13: Sign up here
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/summer-lunch-bunch-3-4/
LOCATION:Fountain Square
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20240917T183404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T183404Z
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SUMMARY:Styrofoam Collection
DESCRIPTION:The Earth Care Committee holds its monthly Styrofoam collection time at First UMC Evanston on the third Saturday of the month at the Church Street entrance between 10am and Noon. Material to be collected includes all clean No. 6 plastic foam. Acceptable items include disposable coffee cups; take out containers (such as clamshells); plastic plates\, bowls and cutlery; meat and poultry foam trays and packing foam. When recycled\, these items can be processed into a material used to make park benches\, picture frames\, and other items. Recycling these items helps keep this harmful plastic\, which cannot be processed locally\, out of the waste stream.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/styrofoam-collection/2025-08-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250210T174828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T174900Z
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SUMMARY:Styrofoam Collection
DESCRIPTION:Bring your Styrofoam to Church to be Recycled!\nEvery 3rd Saturday of the month\, 10 am to 12 noon\, at the Church Street entrance.\nAnd now every the 3rd Sunday of the month\, near the front office.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/styrofoam-collection-2/2025-08-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250817T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20240409T173024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T181329Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Care Lending Library
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a place to continue growing in your understanding of environmental justice and how to care for God’s creation? \nVisit the Earth Care Lending Library\, which is open every 2nd Sunday after worship in Great Hall. A small lending library with books for readers of all ages\, the titles were curated by the Earth Care Committee and include Newbery Award-winning children’s  books\, as well as titles by leading voices from the spiritual and scientific communities.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/earth-care-lending-library-2/2025-08-17/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250729T202519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T165857Z
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SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections Seminar on Religious Nationalism
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-seminar-on-religious-nationalism/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250817T202006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T202006Z
UID:10009802-1755543600-1755549000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of Adult Education Council
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-education-meeting/2025-08-18/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250711T184301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T184301Z
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SUMMARY:Faith Formation Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-formation-council-meeting-2/2025-08-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250808T192143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T192143Z
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SUMMARY:Orientation Day
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/orientation-day/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250801T162641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T162641Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Collaboration Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/youth-collaboration-meeting/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20241212T194141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T190812Z
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday Women’s Plus Basketball at First Church
DESCRIPTION:Third Thursday Women’s Plus Basketball at First Church\n\nCalling all women and non-binary folks who want to play ball or just have a ball.\n\nWhat: Basketball for adults. Your children can watch (the way we watch their games). No skills are required. Fierce competition and great gentleness are welcome. The ultimate goals are fun and connection. Your friends who have not yet experienced First Church awesomeness are also welcome.\n\nWhen: Third Thursday of Every Month from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.\n\nWhere: First Church Gym\nWho to Contact: Kathryn Grant-Bolton at kgrant@depaul.edu or 847-529-6256
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/third-thursday-womens-plus-basketball-at-first-church/2025-08-21/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250814T163455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T163455Z
UID:10009789-1755853200-1755860400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Budget meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/budget-meeting/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T122000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250709T153314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T153314Z
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SUMMARY:Visitor Coffee and Tour
DESCRIPTION:Visitor Coffee and Tour\n\nSundays after 10:30am worship on July 20\, August 24\, Sept. 21 & Nov. 2\n\nCurious to further explore First Church? Want to meet others in the congregation and tour the building? Visitors and others new and not-so-new to First Church are invited to stay after 10:30am worship on any of the dates listed above for coffee\, informal conversation\, and a tour of the church building where “the magic happens” (to quote Pastor Grace). For example\, we’ll see the kitchen\, nursery\, diaper pantry\, and overnight shelter space. Information on the Inquirers Class will be available for those who are curious to learn more about First Church.\n\nPlease RSVP for your preferred date as you complete this registration.\nRegister here!\n\nQuestions? Please contact Mary Taylor-Johnson\, Director of Membership and Engagement\, at mary@faithafirst.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/visitor-coffee-and-tour-4/2025-08-24/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Taylor-Johnson":MAILTO:mary@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250827T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20230608T002343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T182943Z
UID:10003838-1756288800-1756292400@faithatfirst.org
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-7/2025-08-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250603T182743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T172106Z
UID:10009483-1756891800-1756913400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Piano Tunings
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/piano-tunings/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250909T183333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T183333Z
UID:10010566-1756998000-1757001600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Membership Comm Leader meeting
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/membership-comm-leader-meeting/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250814T165049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T165049Z
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SUMMARY:Board of Trustees meeting
DESCRIPTION:Reserving the Conference Room on 9/4\, 11/6\, 4/9\, & 6/4. \nThe other meetings will be via Zoom.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/board-of-trustees-meeting-2/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250808T191925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T191925Z
UID:10009786-1757093400-1757098800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Fall Family Welcome
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to Children’s Ministry’s Fall Family Welcome\, Friday\, September 5\, 2025\, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. on the front lawn of First United Methodist Church (1630 Hinman Avenue).\n\nJoin Children’s Ministry leaders\, volunteers\, and other families with children ages 0 through 6th grade for casual fellowship\, play\, and a preview of our 2025-26 program year for children and adults. Light dinner will be provided along with a taste of “Messy Church\,” a monthly opportunity for children\, youth\, and adults of all ages to engage and get messy in hands-on activities and worship\, beginning Rally Day Sunday\, September 7!\n\nTo help us plan\, please register by Sunday\, August 31. PLEASE INSERT THE FOLLOWING LINK: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=ZjUzOTk0YjgtMTc0Ny00ODAwLWFhOGItYjMzMDAwMTllNzdh
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/fall-family-welcome/
LOCATION:Hinman Lawn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250718T185117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T185117Z
UID:10009685-1757181600-1757192400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Couples Salon Sips and Dips
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy Sips and Dips with Couples Salon on Saturday\, September 6th from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Chris and Ed Webler’s home in Evanston. \nPlease RSVP to Chris at c.webler@gmail.com to let her know you are coming and whether you are bringing an appetizer\, salad\, dessert or sip to enjoy with mini beef sliders.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/couples-salon-sips-and-dips-3/
LOCATION:Chris and Ed Webler’s home
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250502T001249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T184646Z
UID:10009118-1757203200-1757289599@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Rally Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/rally-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T101500
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250801T161620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T161620Z
UID:10009775-1757236500-1757240100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Rally Education Day
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about adult education opportunities for 2025-2026!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/rally-education-day/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T101500
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250905T152139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T152217Z
UID:10010302-1757236500-1757240100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Confirmation Class
DESCRIPTION:Sundays 9:15-10:15am (7-8th Grade) \nConfirmation is the culmination of a two-year process that focuses on building relationships with God\, each other\, and the larger faith community. Class meets on Sunday mornings to discuss theology\, spiritual practices\, and living our faith in the world. It’s a time to eat donuts\, for youth to think critically and ask hard questions while growing in love and relationship with God and neighbor. A key focus is to help youth develop a sense of belonging in the congregation. At the conclusion of the process\, 8th graders are invited to take confirmation vows during Sunday worship. \n  \nEmail Sydney@faithatfirst.com with questions!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/confirmation-class-30/2025-09-07/
LOCATION:Youth Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T101500
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250213T170657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T190816Z
UID:10008721-1757237400-1757240100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Chancel Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Adults and high school youth rehearse music for worship in the Chancel at the front of the Sanctuary. No audition required. Email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chancel-choir-rehearsal-143/2025-09-07/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T101000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T103000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250909T191732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T191732Z
UID:10010570-1757239800-1757241000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Welcome Spot
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/welcome-spot/2025-09-07/1/
LOCATION:Fountain Foyer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250213T171632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171702Z
UID:10008773-1757241000-1757246400@faithatfirst.org
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-3/2025-09-07/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250909T183646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T183646Z
UID:10010567-1757325600-1757331000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing: Private events
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-private-events/2025-09-08/
LOCATION:Room M
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250909T182949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T182949Z
UID:10010563-1757440800-1757451600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Church Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-council-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250905T015327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T015512Z
UID:10009822-1757498400-1757505600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Bible Study- Online
DESCRIPTION:The Wednesday Bible Study is a longstanding group that meets online every Wednesday 10-11:30am with the exception of a short break in the summer. \nPlease contact Janet Lutz at janetatl@aol.com with any questions. \nRealm Registration Event. 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/wednesday-bible-study-online/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Lutz":MAILTO:janetatl@aol.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T124338
CREATED:20250213T165808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T165808Z
UID:10008642-1757524500-1757527200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Children's Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Children in grades 1-6 rehearse weekly and sing in worship monthly. No audition is required and new singers are welcome throughout the year. For more information\, email Dr. Brian Schoettler.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-choir-rehearsal-64/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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