Creation Camp
2026-06-22 - 2026-06-26
First Church’s Children’s and Youth Ministry programs are returning to Camp Wesley Woods in Williams Bay, Wisconsin. Join us for a five-day overnight camp experience suitable for children and youth entering grades 2-8 in the fall of 2026 as together we to seek create life-changing memories and life-giving relationships in Christ.

Save the date for summer camp!

First Church’s Children’s and Youth Ministry programs are returning to Camp Wesley Woods in beautiful Williams Bay, Wisconsin, June 22-26, 2026. Join us for a five-day overnight camp experience suitable for children and youth entering grades 2-8 in the fall of 2026 as together we seek to create life-giving relationships and life-changing memories in Christ.

Registration opens January 2026.

Church Council meeting
2026-06-23 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall

Coffee, Conversation, and Friends
2026-06-24 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
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.

Collaborate, Connect, Care Staff Meeting
2026-06-24 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Dining Room

Membership Committee Meeting
2026-06-24 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall
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.

Admin Meeting
2026-06-25 08:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Conference Room

Community Diaper Packing
2026-06-27 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Room M
Take a break from your summer, and help Bundled Blessings to pack diapers for children in need. Summer Diaper Packing is Saturday, June 27, 10:30-12. Please sign up below. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A8AF2BA2FF2-64528299-summer
Your help is much appreciated!

Young Adult Potluck
2026-06-28 17:30 - 19:30 UTC
Calling all Young Adults! Join us for our Potlucks every other week at 5:30pm. Feel free to bring your favorite side item or dessert! Contact Sydney Harkrider at sydney@faithatfirst.com for the location!

Covenant Hike Group
2026-07-05 14:00 - 15:15 (America/Chicago)
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.

Each 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.

Facilitator: Jim Johnson. Contact Jim at jjohnso@luc.edu with any questions and to be placed on the distribution list.

Coffee, Conversation, and Friends
2026-07-08 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
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.

Reclaiming Jesus from the Empire -Watch Party
2026-07-10 12:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall

Presentation & Conversation on Justice and Mercy in the Middle East
2026-07-11 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall
This is an opportunity to hear an update on the conflicts in the Middle East and the impact on communities that have been devastated by war. Bruce Rigdon, a pastor, a seminary professor, notable authority and friend to FUMC, who has shared his insights on several previous visits to our congregation. This event will be held in Glenna Hall.

Craft Day
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Dining Hall
Craft Day: July 18th, 10:00am-12:00pm

Join us for a fun and creative time together. Bring any project you would like to work on, including quilting, crochet, knitting, sewing, beading, jewelry, painting and more. All projects are welcome.

We will meet in the dining room, so there will be plenty of space to spread out. Please bring your sewing machine if sewing.
Beginners are welcome. All ages and skill levels are invited to join.

Please email Courtney Zirkle courtney.zirkle@gmail.com or Glynis Doyle dleedoyle@gmail.com if you need a building access code. If you are interested if a craft group during the week potentially starting in the fall, contact Courtney or Glynis.

Installation Sunday for Rev. Dr. Paul Lee
2026-07-19 10:30 - 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary

Adult Christian Education Council Meeting
2026-07-20 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall

Finance Meeting - Online via Zoom
2026-07-22 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)

Trustee Meeting
2026-07-23 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Conference Room

Wedding
2026-07-24 - 2026-07-25 | Tittle Chapel

Wedding Rehearsal
2026-07-24 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall

Interment of Ashes
2026-07-28 13:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Memorial Garden

Jack MacLennan's Memorial Service
2026-07-28 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall and Tittle Chapel
Memorial service at 1:30pm with reception following in Glenna Hall.

Pete Henderson Memorial Service
2026-08-01 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary; Glenna Hall
Start time 10am

Total Child - Moving On Ceremony
2026-08-06 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Dining Hall

Faith in the Wild VBS
2026-08-10 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-11 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-13 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Memorial Garden; Glenna Hall; Dining Room
“Faith in the Wild” is an original, environmentally-focused Vacation Bible School program that aims to inspire lifelong connections to the natural world and each other as agents of change in God’s unending story of creation. In partnership with local community organizations, campers engage in daily acts of stewardship, play, and prayerful reflection while exploring creation inside and out.

Learn more and register by July 1 for “early bird” discount!
https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=OGMwMTg5NjktYWEzMS00N2JiLWEzN2ItYjQxZTAxMmM1Mjlm

Offsite: Faith in the Wild VBS
2026-08-12

Adult Education meeting
2026-08-17 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Glenna Hall
Monthly meeting of Adult Education Council

Lake North District Clergy Summer Interviews
2026-08-31 09:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Conference Room

Piano Tunings
2026-09-09 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary; Choir Room; Room 33
