First United Methodist Church of Evanston, IL

Church Council Meeting
2025-04-27 11:30 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Dining Room

Spring 2025 Inquirers Class
2025-04-27 11:40 - 13:30 | Glenna Hall
2025 Spring Inquirers Class

Sundays, April 27, May 4, 11, 18 & June 1, 11:40-1:30pm (lunch included)

What is Inquirers?

An exploration/inquiry into First Church, its ministries, and people.

A six-session class that meets on Sundays led by Pastor Grace Imathiu, Mary Taylor-Johnson and other church leaders.

An experience to help you discern whether this faith community will nurture you and provide opportunities to grow and serve.

What will we do/learn/think about in Inquirers?

Learn about the First Church mission, strategic planning, and what it means to be a Reconciling Congregation.

Talk about the collective faith journey and reflect on our own individual experiences.

Learn about (or review) the structure, theology, and current issues in the United Methodist denomination.

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.

Build relationships with each other through weekly conversation and sharing in small groups.

Listen to what current members share about their experiences in this congregation.

Take a tour of the building.

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.

If    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 .

Standing Together
2025-04-28 19:30 - 21:00 | Sanctuary

Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank hosting Junior Girl Scout troop
2025-05-01 18:30 - 19:30 | Room M
Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank hosting Junior Girl Scout troop to pack diapers in room M on Thurs. May 1 from 6:30-7:30 pm. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712.

Center for Family Consultation - Annual Conference
2025-05-02 - 2025-05-03 | Dining Room
Evanston’s Center for Family Consultation will hold its Annual Conference in the dining room on Friday and Saturday, May 2, and 3, 2025. This event will also be live-streamed both days. Contact: Krys Juleen, Building Event Coordinator

Confirmation Breakfast
2025-05-04 09:15 - 10:15 | Dining Room

Social Justice Intersections
2025-05-04 09:15 - 10:30 | Room 33

Earth Care Committee Meeting
2025-05-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Dining Room

Rehearsal
2025-05-06 15:00 - 16:30 | Sanctuary

Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Evanston Lighthouse Rotary for diaper packing
2025-05-06 17:00 - 18:30 | Room M
Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Evanston Lighthouse Rotary Club for diaper packing on Tues. 5/6, 5-6:30 pm. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712.

First Reads Book Group meeting
2025-05-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Glenna Hall
First Reads Book Group meeting will be held on Tuesdays from 7-8:30 pm. Contact Janet Lutz at janetatl@aol.com.

NIC Cabinet Meeting
2025-05-07 08:00 - 19:00 | Glenna Hall

Total Child Staff Appreciation Lunch
2025-05-07 12:30 - 13:30 | Dining Room

Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers
2025-05-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Room M
Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers on Sat. 5/10 from 10-11:30 am. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712.

Chapel Organ Tuning
2025-05-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Tittle Chapel

Christine Mando Rehearsal
2025-05-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Sanctuary

Orchestra Rehearsal
2025-05-14 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-05-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Sanctuary

Festival Choir Concert: Handel's "Messiah"
2025-05-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Sanctuary
The Festival Choir and Orchestra of First United Methodist Church of Evanston present parts 2 & 3 of Handel’s beloved “Messiah.” The 7:30pm concert is free and open to the public.

Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers
2025-05-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Room M
Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers on Sat. 5/17 from 10-12pm. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712.

Cate Rondenet Memorial
2025-05-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Sanctuary

Peace Circle
2025-05-17 13:00 - 14:30 | Glenna Hall
In our time of great division and emotional turmoil, Peace Circles have been a way to address such strife in a method that supports deep listening to others experiences that are prompted by questions for thought. It is a format of non cross talk, using a “talking piece”for such prompts. The group will be limited to 14 participants to allow for adequate exploration. The group will be led by Tom Butler and Linda Boardman

Men's Fellowship Monthly Gathering
2025-05-18 08:00 - 09:00 | Dining Room
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.

Bird Walk With Earthcare Committee
2025-05-18 08:00 - 09:00 | First Church
Join the Earth Care Committee on May 18th for a bird walk at 8:00 a.m. and a talk about birding during Adult Ed hour at 9:15 a.m. in the dining room. More details to come in the newsletter!

Earth Care Adult Education
2025-05-18 09:15 - 10:30
Interested in knowing more about our region’s birdlife? Join the Earth Care Committee on May 18th for a bird walk at 8:00 a.m. and a talk about birding during Adult Ed hour at 9:15 a.m. in the dining room. More details to come in the newsletter!

Lay Members to Annual Conference Gathering
2025-05-18 12:00 - 13:30 | Dining Room
Lay Members and alternatives will be meeting to prepare for the 2025 Annual Conference at noon, Sunday, May 18.

1:30pm Voice Recital: Christine Mando
2025-05-18 12:00 - 15:00 | Sanctuary
First Church mezzo-soprano Christine Mando presents a vocal recital titled “Sea Pictures” along with Sarah Jenks on piano.
The 1:30pm recital is free and open to the public. Freewill donations support the Music Ministry of First Church.
Only the Church Street doors will be open for this event.

Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers
2025-05-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Room M
Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers on Sat. 5/20 from 10-11:30 am. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712.

Mom's Night Out
2025-05-21 18:30 - 20:30
Bring a sweater since we hope to be outdoors around the firepit and bring a dish to share if you wish! This is a delightful group of moms of “children” of every age. Just come when you can!

THANK YOU! to Julie Womack and Jessica Chadwick for hosting MNO in April! We were so happy to be celebrating Julie’s health! As usual, so many things to share and the food was delicious – the evening flew by!

NEXT MNO – Wed June 11th at Linda Brennan’s with Linda Federer cohost

Birthday Celebration for Rev. Martin Deppe
2025-05-24 10:00 - 17:00 | Sanctuary, Great Hall, Glenna Hall, Dining Hall, Kitchen
