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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240414T104500
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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/connect456-9/2024-04-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240416T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T191007Z
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SUMMARY:Faith Formation Council meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Faith Formation Council meets on the third Tuesday of each month\, 7-8pm online.   Questions may be directed to Tom Scott (tom.scott.goblue@msn.com)\, who co-chairs this committee along with Lee Rader.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-formation-council-meeting/2024-04-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Scott":MAILTO:tom.scott.goblue@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240416T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20230818T202215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T202215Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Christian Education Council
DESCRIPTION:A meeting of the Adult Christian Education Council. The contacts are\nAllison Greer allison.greer123@gmail.com\nHenry Carrigan carjrn@aol.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-christian-education-council/2024-04-16/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240416T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20231017T215827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T215953Z
UID:10005465-1713294000-1713299400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:SPRC Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Please address questions about this group to Beth Swanick\, Chair.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sprc-monthly-meeting/2024-04-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240418T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20231108T022253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T022253Z
UID:10005558-1713466800-1713472200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:SPRC Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Please address questions about this group to Beth Swanick\, Chair.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sprc-monthly-meeting-2/2024-04-18/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240124T030846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T212604Z
UID:10005712-1713484800-1713743999@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Retreat
DESCRIPTION:We are beginning a new tradition for our Young Adult group! We will be having a Young Adult Retreat on April 19-21st. The location of where we stay will be determined by our group size. We will do group lessons\, crafts\, self reflection\, and plenty of bonding. This is a wonderful time to recharge your soul and get away for a weekend with other folks. Come join us! Contact Sydney Harkrider\, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries\, at sydney@faithatfirst.com to sign up.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-retreat/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20231017T234252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T224949Z
UID:10005475-1713607200-1713614400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Monthly 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. Note: Items must be foam and marked with the No.6 symbol. \nWhen 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/monthly-styrofoam-collection/2024-04-20/
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Scholl":MAILTO:scholl.paula2@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240319T192202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T192202Z
UID:10005821-1713637800-1713648600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Couples Salon Spring Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Come join Couples Salon for an evening of good food and fellowship on Saturday\, April 20th\, at the Barbours’ home in Evanston.  This fun evening co-hosted by Nancy and Dennis Barbour and Evelyn and Mike McGowan will begin at 6:30 pm. \nPlease RSVP to Evelyn at em4mail@gmail.com or via text at 312-816-5353 to let her know you are coming\, and whether you are bringing an appetizer\, dessert or side dish that goes with ham.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/couples-salon-spring-gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240421T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240421T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20231108T025558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T025558Z
UID:10005584-1713691800-1713693600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:First Steps to Faith
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 0-3 and their parents or caregivers gather one Sunday a month in the nursery for seasonal stories\, songs\, and activities for young families.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-steps-to-faith-5/2024-04-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240404T204841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T010049Z
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SUMMARY:First Church Architectural Building Tour
DESCRIPTION:Our resident building expert\, Bill Brown\, will lead a 30-minute tour on Sunday\, April 21 after worship.  This tour will focus on the history and architecture of the sanctuary and Tittle Chapel. Participants will get a close look at the carved reredos above the altar\, the original and “new” stained glass\, the awesome yet intimate space of Tittle Chapel\, and many other treasures in the spaces. \nInterested?  Please sign up online\, and plan to meet in the rear of the sanctuary five minutes after worship.  Can’t make it but want to be notified of the next tour date?  Please email mary@faithatfirst.com. \n 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-church-architectural-building-tour/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Brown":MAILTO:bbbrown@wwbrown-inc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240421T114500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20230907T000641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T000641Z
UID:10005039-1713699900-1713704400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Children's Council
DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Council acts as both a work committee and an advisory board to the Director of Children’s Ministry. The Children’s Council focuses on formulating and supporting the vision of our various children’s ministries. We consult with the Director of Children’s Ministries to plan the yearlong calendar. Under the umbrella of Children’s Ministries are the following programs: Sunday School\, Chapel\, Connect 56\, Nursery\, Summer Camps (Creation Camp\, VBS\, Family Camp)\, Fellowship Groups (Jump and Club 123)\, Pageant\, and holiday celebrations (e.g\, Advent\, Lent\, Easter).
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-council/2024-04-21/
LOCATION:Room 33
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240421T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240307T172132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T172132Z
UID:10005800-1713706200-1713709800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:AGO Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/ago-meeting/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240421T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240421T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20231108T024228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T024310Z
UID:10005570-1713711600-1713717000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:AGO Workshop: Continuo Playing
DESCRIPTION:First Church’s Music Ministry hosts organist David Schraeder as he presents a workshop on continuo playing featuring our Fisk continuo organ. The event is presented by the North Shore Chapter of the American Guild of Organists and is free and open to the public.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-committee-and-reconciling-congregation-task-force-invitation/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240421T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20231011T081756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T081904Z
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SUMMARY:Young Adult Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Young Adults!  We are gathering for potlucks on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 5:30pm. Feel free to bring your favorite side item or dessert! Contact Sydney Harkrider at sydney@faithatfirst.com for the location!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-potluck-2-2/2024-04-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240424T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20230608T002343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T182943Z
UID:10003822-1713952800-1713956400@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-7/2024-04-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240319T192654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T192654Z
UID:10005825-1713983400-1713990600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Spring into fun with us! Every Mom Welcome!\nJulie Womack Host and Jessica Radcliffe Cohost\nRSVP to Julie WomackJulie@gmail.com \nYou can bring something to share IF you want (No guilt!) \nThank you Catharina Maerklin and Julia Jackson for hosting in March!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/moms-night-out-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240319T191949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T191949Z
UID:10005816-1714219200-1714230000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Connecting Through Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:“Connecting Through Storytelling”\nTake this course if you want to meet and get to know other members of FUMC\, Evanston. You will create and tell 3-minute stories during our four class sessions. Invite your family and friends to hear one of your stories at our Performance Hour following worship on May 19\, 2024. There is no preparation for the first class session. I cannot begin to describe how much I enjoy teaching this course. – Kitty Dutenhaver
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/connecting-through-storytelling/2024-04-27/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240319T192540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T192540Z
UID:10005822-1714303800-1714309200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:ASP Training
DESCRIPTION:This is a training meeting for all folks who are attending ASP on July 13-20th.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/asp-training-6/2024-04-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240319T191803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T191803Z
UID:10005815-1714586400-1714590000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:First Wednesday Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Bring a side or dessert to share and join your church family for good food and fellowship on the first Wednesday of every month! \nPlease register to gain building entry aid in preparations\, noting any dietary restrictions or food allergies in the memo field. Register here: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=MmE0YTA4NmQtMGMxZi00NzRiLWFlOWYtYjEzMTAxNDJmMTdk
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-wednesday-potluck-5/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240501T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240501T201500
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240130T212101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T212156Z
UID:10005735-1714590000-1714594500@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Communications Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the Communications Committee. Contact Chair Andy Shotwell with questions at ashotwell@gmail.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/communications-committee-meeting-9-2/2024-05-01/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240404T170749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T170749Z
UID:10005855-1714899600-1714903200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Confirmation Brunch
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/confirmation-brunch/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T101500
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240319T191331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T191331Z
UID:10005813-1714900500-1714904100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Homelessness in Evanston
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we pick back up on our fall 2023 discussion of homelessness in Evanston to learn about current services for those experiencing housing and food insecurity and explore our response as a Faith Community.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/homelessness-in-evanston-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240506T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240506T201500
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20231108T022601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T022601Z
UID:10005567-1715022000-1715026500@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Nominations Committee Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Nominations and Leadership Development committee meets on the first Monday of each month on Zoom. Please address and questions to Pastor Grace Imathiu\, chair at grace@faithatfirst.com and/or Michael Bergmann\, vice chair at mgbergmann@yahoo.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/nominations-committee-monthly-meeting/2024-05-06/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240507T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20230818T200903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T200903Z
UID:10004356-1715108400-1715112000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Mission & Outreach Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mission & Outreach Committee Meeting. Monthly meetings are open to members of the committee. Hosted by Alli Henry\, alli.m.henry@gmail.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/mission-outreach-committee-meeting-4/2024-05-07/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240507T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20230908T215809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T215809Z
UID:10005120-1715110200-1715115600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:First Books
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-books-2/2024-05-07/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240322T220738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T220750Z
UID:10005834-1715797800-1715806800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Festival Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/festival-choir-rehearsal-18/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240322T220844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T220844Z
UID:10005835-1715970600-1715972400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Festival Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/festival-choir-rehearsal-19/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240227T214245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T214245Z
UID:10005765-1715974200-1715977800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Festival Choir Concert
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, May 17th\, the Festival Choir of First United Methodist Church of Evanston presents a concert featuring two choral masterworks: Paul Winter’s “Earth Mass” and Louis Vierne’s “Messe solennelle.” The 7:30pm concert is free and open to the public.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/festival-choir-concert-4/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240319T192100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T192100Z
UID:10005820-1716120000-1716123600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Connecting Through Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Participants in the spring Connecting through Storytelling Class share their stories to a live audience of congregants\, friends\, families\, etc.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/connecting-through-storytelling-2/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240526T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240526T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T043628
CREATED:20240322T220934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T220934Z
UID:10005836-1716728400-1716732000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Music Ministry
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/music-ministry-25/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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