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SUMMARY:Compline Night Prayer Services
DESCRIPTION:Compline Night Prayer Services Return\nOn Tuesdays beginning January 6th\, you are invited to a thirty minute Night Prayer Service to end your day in community and peace. These services from 8:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. via Zoom are patterned after the ancient monastic tradition of Compline (meaning completion) –the final prayer of the day. We will follow a simple liturgical format for this service of quietness and reflection before rest. Persons of all ages are encouraged to give this spiritual practice a try. The services\, sponsored by the Faith Formation Council\, will continue through Lent\, concluding on March 24th. Participants may attend as schedules allow. Contact Tom Scott (tom.scott.goblue@msn.com) to sign up or with questions.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/compline-night-prayer-services-3/2026-03-24/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T110000
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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-7/2026-03-25/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T015512Z
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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/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Lutz":MAILTO:janetatl@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T133000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
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/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Britt Cox":MAILTO:britt@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20250213T165808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T165808Z
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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-64/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T191500
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20250213T170353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T170353Z
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SUMMARY:Handbell Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:The Handbell Choir plays in worship seasonally. Basic music reading skills required (instrumentalists are especially welcome). Open to adults and youth in grades 6-12. New members are welcome throughout the year – email Dr. Brian Schoettler for more information.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/handbell-choir-rehearsal-33/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20250922T185655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T185655Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Membership Committee meets monthly to discuss ideas and work on strategies to encourage member and visitor engagement in First Church worship\, programs\, and other opportunities. Please address any questions about this committee and its work to Lynelle Diener\, Chair.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/membership-committee-meeting-7/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T201500
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20250718T184738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T184738Z
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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/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Choir Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20250213T165531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T185940Z
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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. \nMeets in Choir Room!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chancel-choir-rehearsal-142/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Choir Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T140000
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CREATED:20250905T015759Z
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SUMMARY:Progressive Christianity Reading Group- Online
DESCRIPTION:First Church’s Progressive Christians Reading Group invites new and former participants to participate as the group gathers each Thursday 1:00-2:00pm online to discuss and reflect on selected books\, typically one book per month. \nInterested? Email Christie at cecook.phd@gmail.com for the current/upcoming reading and the Zoom link. \nRealm Registration Event. 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/progressive-christianity-reading-group-online/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Christie Cook":MAILTO:cecook.phd@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260326T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T003711Z
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SUMMARY:Soup Kitchen
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/soup-kitchen/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Koester":MAILTO:davekoester57@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20250905T022040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T022040Z
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SUMMARY:God's Story\, Our Stories Bible Study- Online
DESCRIPTION:The Lectionary Bible Study Group meets online each Thursday evening. We are a band of curious explorers\, reflecting upon the lectionary passages for the coming Sunday. We ask many questions. We have “ah ha” moments in our discussions. We attempt to unearth how these ancient stories inform our current day stories. We deeply seek to live out our best understanding of the heart of these stories week by week in the midst of our common humanity. Several group members rotate the facilitation. \nCome and join us! You may be placed on the group distribution list by contacting Bill Brown at bbrown@wwbrown-inc.com. \nRealm Registration Event. 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/gods-story-our-stories-bible-study-online/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:online
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Brown":MAILTO:bbbrown@wwbrown-inc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260324T180457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T180457Z
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SUMMARY: Evanston Community Cares Food\, Essentials and Gift Card Drive
DESCRIPTION:Evanston Community Cares Food\, Essentials and Gift Card Drive \n– Collection at No Kings Rally/March 9:00 a.m. – Noon\n– Collection at ETHS 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. \nNeeded:\n– Neighbors to support\n– Goal to collect food to serve 500+ families and fill local pantries & fridges.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/evanston-community-cares-food-essentials-and-gift-card-drive/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260319T161118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T161118Z
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SUMMARY:No Kings Rally and March
DESCRIPTION:Good Afternoon\,\n\nInterfaith Action of Evanston was invited by Indivisible Evanston and agreed to be a co-sponsor of the No Kings 3 Rally & March. The Rally & March will be held Sat\, March 28th\, Dawes Park\, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. As a co-sponsor there was no financial commitment.\n\nPlease share this notice and the attached flyer with your members. Interfaith Action of Evanston is protesting the Administration’s changes to critical food assistance programs adversely affecting vulnerable\, at-risk communities. One of Interfaith’s priorities is to advocate for government assistance to help those struggling with food insecurity and the lack of low-income housing. This rally is an opportunity to both protest and advocate on behalf of those we serve through our targeted programs.\n\nBest regards\,
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/no-kings-rally-and-march/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260324T180018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T180032Z
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SUMMARY:No Kings Rally & March - Dawes Park
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/no-kings-rally-march-dawes-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T101500
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260329T141107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T141107Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Sunday School
DESCRIPTION:Sunday school takes place before worship with an emphasis on sharing and responding to stories in the Bible through questions\, conversation\, creativity\, and play. Sunday School is offered in an all-ages format for children ages 3-12 with the intentional aid of Mini-Revolutions\, an intergenerational curriculum based on the Revised Common Lectionary from Illustrated Ministry. Together\, children and families practice the rhythms and experience the seasons of the church year through the revolutions of the liturgical calendar. / 9:15-10:15 a.m.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-sunday-school/2026-03-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260319T162329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162329Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Palm Processional (and Hot Cross Buns!)
DESCRIPTION:After gathering at Raymond Park for a neighborhood\, outdoor Palm Sunday Procession (with live donkey!)\, continue the celebration indoors at First Church as we gather in the kitchen to learn about the history of hot cross buns — an early spring and Easter favorite — decorate one for yourself or a friend\, and have a bite before worship! Children and families are then invited to meet outside of the Sanctuary between 10:25-10:30 a.m. and help lead the way into worship as part of the children’s Palm Sunday Procession.\n\nPlease note that children’s Sunday school and Faith & Parenting classes will not meet at 9:15 a.m. on Palm Sunday.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-palm-processional-and-hot-cross-buns/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260329T143249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T143249Z
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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. Breakout groups of children ages Pre-K and K and grades 1-3 are invited to experience the wonder of worship and joy of living out our faith in a lively\, play-based setting. / 10:45-11:30 a.m.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-chapel-30/2026-03-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260329T144502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T144502Z
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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 and in the world. Each week features a unique and active means of connecting to scripture\, worship\, service\, and our First Church and United Methodist history. / 10:45-11:30 a.m.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/connect456/2026-03-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20251218T194431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T194431Z
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SUMMARY:Church Council meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-council-meeting-7/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20240904T190639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T190639Z
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SUMMARY:Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/staff-meeting-62/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Conference Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Britt Cox":MAILTO:britt@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T151500
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20250909T192704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T192704Z
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SUMMARY:Covenant Hike Group
DESCRIPTION:The Covenant Hike Group invites all who have a wonder of the natural world to share nature immersion with each other through 3 seasons while experiencing the presence of God. The format is simple. We begin with a brief reading (scripture or poem)\, hike along while sharing joys and concerns\, and appreciate 5 minutes of silence at mid-point. Each hike concludes with an optional\, brief time of sharing about our experiences on the hike\, closing prayer\, and a cool or hot drink. All ages are welcome.\n\nEach month we will meet at a designated location at 2 p.m.\, hiking various paths in our area for about an hour at a comfortable pace for everyone. The group will meet each first Sunday from October through May\, and participants may join in as schedules allow.\n\nFacilitator: Jim Johnson. Contact Jim at jjohnso@luc.edu with any questions and to be placed on the distribution list.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/covenant-hike-group-3/2026-04-05/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260408T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20230908T024328Z
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-6-2/2026-04-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260408T151929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T151929Z
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing with ETHS Community Service Club
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-with-eths-community-service-club/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260319T162530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162530Z
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SUMMARY:Listening session
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/listening-session/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260308T141343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T141343Z
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SUMMARY:Author Interview and Book Signing\, sponsored by Bookends and Beginnings
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/author-interview-and-book-signing-sponsored-by-bookends-and-beginnings/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260319T155906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T155906Z
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SUMMARY:Bookends and Beginnings Hosts Author Colm Toibin
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bookends-and-beginnings-hosts-author-colm-toibin-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
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-2/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260408T152412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T152412Z
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SUMMARY:Men's Fellowship Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Men’s fellowship meets monthly at 8 am in the dining hall for breakfast and a short program.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/mens-fellowship-breakfast-2/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T101500
DTSTAMP:20260409T140547
CREATED:20260319T160611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T160611Z
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SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections Sunday School
DESCRIPTION:Here are the summaries for each week 4/12-5/31. Please note Room M is needed only for 5/3\, all other dates will be in the Dining Room\n\nApril 12 – Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail. (April 16\, 1963)” In it he says\, “…the great stumbling block… is not the…the Ku Klux Klanner\, but the white moderate\, ” Leader: Rev. Richard Mosley\n\nApril 19 – “The Things that Make for Peace.” These words came from Jesus as he wept over Jerusalem. What makes for peace as we weep over Gaza\, Venezuela\, Cuba\, Ukraine\, Iran\, and ICE brutality Leader: Dan Owens.\n\nApril 26 – “How does social justice happen?” Searching from a theological\, spiritual autobiographical\, and academic perspective. Aiming to understand how the church can address social justice in society. Leader: Andrew Dillon.\n\nMay 3 – “Institute for Therapy Through the Arts (ITA).” Learning how Evanston’s ITA helps individuals through art\, dance/movement\, drama\, music\, and theater therapies. “Where words alone are not enough\, the arts can often help.” Leader: Jeff Wolfe\, ITA CEO. In Room M on this day only.\n\nMay 10 – “The Original Mother’s Day Declaration” by Julia Ward Howe in 1870. She called on mothers of all nations to stop the killing. We will lift up all kinds of mothers in a variety of circumstances. Leader: Pastor Britt Cox\,\n\nMay 17 – “The Clark Street Bird Sanctuary.” In two parts. Come to either or both. At 8 am: A Nature Walk in the Sanctuary at the lake. Binoculars welcome. At 9:15 am: A presentation in the church dining room on how people turned Northwestern’s destruction of a natural area into a sanctuary. Leaders: Julie Dorfman and Jerry Herst\, initial stewards of the sanctuary.\n\nMay 24 – “Living with Friends and Foes.” How to protect ourselves from the new variant of mosquitoes in ways that don’t harm bees and butterflies\, and how we can best care for the bees around us. Includes action steps to advocate for change at a corporate and governmental level to better protect our pollinators. Leaders: Judith Campbell and the Earth Care Committee
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-sunday-school/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:Room M
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