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SUMMARY:Memorial Service
DESCRIPTION:Memorial Service for the Reid family. \nService time TBD- held in Tittle Chapel and Glenna Hall.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/memorial-service-2/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel and Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T133000
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UID:10008538-1738756800-1738762200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Staff Focus Group
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/staff-focus-group/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T140000
DTSTAMP:20250130T172150Z
CREATED:20250130T172150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T172150Z
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SUMMARY:Music Ministry
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/music-ministry-28/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T130000
DTSTAMP:20250124T164310Z
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UID:10008541-1738497600-1738501200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Congregational Care Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Congregational Care is meeting on Feb 2 after church. This will be a hybrid meeting.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/congregational-care-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T100000
DTSTAMP:20250128T180012Z
CREATED:20250128T180012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T180012Z
UID:10008559-1738488600-1738490400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Inquirers Orientation Tour
DESCRIPTION:Through an abbreviated building tour\, Inquirers learn about infrastructure of First Church and begin to explore ministry areas as church leaders from Church Council\, Trustees\, Adult Education/Faith Formation\, and Mission and Outreach share the church mission statement and strategic plan\, the church building as a “disciple of Christ\,” our identity as a welcoming and inclusive congregation (and affiliation with the Reconciling Ministries Network)\, some of our Mission and Outreach projects\, and opportunities for growing in faith.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/inquirers-orientation-tour/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250127T203000
DTSTAMP:20250124T163629Z
CREATED:20250124T163629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T163629Z
UID:10008539-1738004400-1738009800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank Committee Meeting will take place on Mon. Jan. 27 from 7-8:30 pm at church.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-bank-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Conference Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T131500
DTSTAMP:20250121T182513Z
CREATED:20250121T182332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T182513Z
UID:10008534-1737892800-1737897300@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections Special Event
DESCRIPTION:January 26 at Noon in the Dining Room—Special Social Justice Intersections Event.\nZONING\, HOUSING\, FAITH COMMUNITIES: What does zoning have to do with the high cost of housing or people experiencing homelessness or hunger? Plenty\, actually\, but it’s complicated. Bring your chili and join us in the Dining Room around noon for a conversation to learn about the impact of past Evanston rules and regulations with Laurice Bell from Shorefront Legacy Center\, the present with Sue Loellbach from Connections for the Homeless\, and Envision Evanston 2025 hopes for the future with Mayor Daniel Biss.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/special-social-justice-intersections-event/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T123000
DTSTAMP:20241209T181024Z
CREATED:20241209T181024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T181024Z
UID:10008378-1737891000-1737894600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Chili Cook Off
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Chili Cook Off is Sunday\, January 26th following worship. This is an event you cannot miss! Please come for tasting or register and enter your chili for the contest. Multiple categories fo choose from: vegetarian\, white chili\, kids\, etc. First five registrants recieve a Penzeys Spices gift card! Questions? Please contact the Fellowship Committee Chair\, Cherie Asante at cherie.asante@gmail.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chili-cook-off-2/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T203000
DTSTAMP:20250105T150904Z
CREATED:20250105T150904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250105T150904Z
UID:10008520-1737570600-1737577800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Mom’s Night Out- Wed Jan 22nd – A New Year! \nWEDNESDAY JANUARY 22\, 2025! 6:30-8:30 pm \nCaroline Wagner’s Upstairs Kitchen (with Meg Hagenah and Liz Blackwell as Cohosts) \nPlease RSVP to carolinehwagner@gmail.com Or Caroline’s phone 646-271-0727 \nYou can bring something to share but no pressure!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/moms-night-out-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250120T130000
DTSTAMP:20250114T235759Z
CREATED:20241104T191111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T235759Z
UID:10007609-1737363600-1737378000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Walk for Warmth
DESCRIPTION:Walk for Warmth is an Interfaith Action\, community-wide event that raises funds for the overnight shelters and celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King. Funds will be used to support staff\, laundry\, and supplies for the shelters at the nine faith communities throughout the winter months. Set-up will begin at 9am\, with doors opening at 10:30am. \nCheck out the Interfaith Action website for details on the walk\, registration (free and required)\, and the option to make a financial donation for the overnight shelters.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/walk-for-warmth-4/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T140000
DTSTAMP:20250108T185134Z
CREATED:20250108T185134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T185134Z
UID:10008527-1737291600-1737295200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Music Ministry
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/music-ministry-27/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T113500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T121500
DTSTAMP:20250109T164440Z
CREATED:20250109T164440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T164440Z
UID:10008530-1737286500-1737288900@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Drop-In Q&A about Inquirers Class
DESCRIPTION:A casual drop-in time for persons who are considering the Inquirers Class to ask questions and learn more about the experience. The next Inquirers Class begins January 26 and meets weekly on Sundays 9:15-19:15am through March 2. Contact person: Mary Taylor-Johnson\, 847-864-6182
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/drop-in-qa-about-inquirers-class-2/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T101500
DTSTAMP:20250106T173910Z
CREATED:20250103T185208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T173910Z
UID:10008518-1737278100-1737281700@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections Group: The Wetlands\, Caring for our Neighbor. With guest speaker\, Paul Botts\, President and Executive Director of The Wetlands Initiative
DESCRIPTION:On January 19 during Adult Education time\, First Church will hear from Paul Botts\, executive director of The Wetlands Initiative\, about restoring marshes and other wetlands in our area. \nEven though we live beside the Great Lakes\, the greatest freshwater bodies in the world\, clean water is a precious resource. We all need to reduce our use to save clean water in a warming environment. Here are some tips to reduce your water use at home: \n• First\, take shorter showers and turn off the tap while brushing your teeth. Small changes like these add up! \n• Save and reuse water when running your faucet to get hot water. You can use this for watering plants\, for example. \n• Attach a rain barrel to your downspout and collect rainwater to use for watering outdoor plants. (Be sure the top of the barrel has a tight mesh screen over the opening to prevent mosquitoes from breeding there.) \n• Replace faucets and shower heads with low flow versions. New\, water efficient toilets also use much less water than older ones. \n• Run your washing machine only when you have a full load. \n• Maintain your appliances. Check for and repair any water leaks. \nSmall changes at home can help our region retain precious fresh water. And to learn more about the importance of water\, be sure to attend the Wetlands Initiative presentation on January 19th at 9:15 a.m.!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-interacrion-group-the-wetlands-caring-for-our-neighbor-with-guest-speaker-paul-botts-president-and-executive-director-of-the-wetlands-initiative/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T130000
DTSTAMP:20250112T181438Z
CREATED:20250112T181438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T181438Z
UID:10008531-1736852400-1736859600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Money Talk
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-money-talk/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T180000
DTSTAMP:20250109T163942Z
CREATED:20250109T163942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T163942Z
UID:10008528-1736785800-1736791200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing with Justin Wynn Students
DESCRIPTION:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank Packing with Justin Wynn Students – Mon. Jan. 13\, 4:30-6 PM. Contact person — Nancy Brown\, 847-271-1712 or nandbrown@comcast.net
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-with-justin-wynn-students/
LOCATION:Room M
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T120000
DTSTAMP:20241216T175406Z
CREATED:20241216T175406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T175406Z
UID:10008385-1736755200-1736769600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Board of Ordained Ministry Mock Interview
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/board-of-ordained-ministry-mock-interview/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T124500
DTSTAMP:20250103T171026Z
CREATED:20250103T171026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T171026Z
UID:10008517-1736682300-1736685900@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Earth Care Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/earth-care-committee-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T113500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T121500
DTSTAMP:20250109T164316Z
CREATED:20250109T164316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T164316Z
UID:10008529-1736681700-1736684100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Drop-In Q&A about Inquirers Class
DESCRIPTION:A casual drop-in time for persons who are considering the Inquirers Class to ask questions and learn more about the experience. The next Inquirers Class begins January 26 and meets weekly on Sundays 9:15-19:15am through March 2. Contact person: Mary Taylor-Johnson\, 847-864-6182
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/drop-in-qa-about-inquirers-class/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T103000
DTSTAMP:20250108T161754Z
CREATED:20250108T161740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T161754Z
UID:10008526-1736674200-1736677800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:A Faith Story: Black Identity at First UMC Evanston
DESCRIPTION:A Faith Story: Black Identity at First UMC Evanston On the Sunday before Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday\, Jan. 12\, assisted by current members of the congregation\, we will review highlights from the story of Black persons (African Diaspora) who have worshipped and intersected with First UMC Evanston. How is that story different from the one with which you are familiar?
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/a-faith-story-black-identity-at-first-umc-evanston/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T170000
DTSTAMP:20241216T191827Z
CREATED:20241212T171235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T191827Z
UID:10008379-1736668800-1736701200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Men's Fellowship Gathering
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/monthly-mens-fellowship-gathering/2025-01-12/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T220000
DTSTAMP:20241223T163722Z
CREATED:20241223T163722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T163722Z
UID:10008394-1736618400-1736632800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Karaoke
DESCRIPTION:Come join the Young Adult group for fellowship and fun for Karaoke night. Contact Sydney Harkrider for more information at sydney@faithatfirst.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-karaoke/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T163000
DTSTAMP:20250101T172556Z
CREATED:20250101T172556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250101T172556Z
UID:10008458-1736326800-1736353800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:SPRC Meetings
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/sprc-meetings/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250102T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250102T143000
DTSTAMP:20250102T162937Z
CREATED:20250102T162917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T162937Z
UID:10008516-1735821000-1735828200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:NU swim Team Diaper Packing for Bundled Blessings
DESCRIPTION:Northwestern Swim Team will pack diapers for Bundled Blessings on Thurs Jan 2\, 1-2:30 in the dining room. We will be setting up at 12:30. Contact Nancy Brown\, 847-271-1712.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/nu-swim-team-diaper-packing-for-bundled-blessings/
LOCATION:Dining Room
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241229T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241229T140000
DTSTAMP:20241229T170544Z
CREATED:20241229T170544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T170544Z
UID:10008457-1735471800-1735480800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:R3 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/r3-meeting/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241229T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241229T101500
DTSTAMP:20241220T194132Z
CREATED:20241220T194132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T194132Z
UID:10008393-1735463700-1735467300@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections Adult Education
DESCRIPTION:Come sing the social justice verses of many Christmas Carols at 9:15am on Sunday\, December 29 in the Dining Room. We will focus on verses like this from “O Holy Night” – “Truly He taught us to love one another. 
His law is love and His gospel is peace. Chains shall He break for the slave is our brother. And in His name all oppression shall cease.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-adult-education/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTSTAMP:20241220T155519Z
CREATED:20241220T155519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T155519Z
UID:10008392-1735084800-1735775999@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Church Office Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-office-closed-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241225T000000
DTSTAMP:20241218T184003Z
CREATED:20241218T184003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184003Z
UID:10008389-1735081200-1735084800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/christmas-eve-candlelight-service-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T200000
DTSTAMP:20241218T183900Z
CREATED:20241218T183807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T183900Z
UID:10008388-1735066800-1735070400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/christmas-eve-candlelight-service/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T183000
DTSTAMP:20240903T164337Z
CREATED:20240828T201201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T164337Z
UID:10006424-1735063200-1735065000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Chancel Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Chancel Choir rehearsal begins at 6:00pm. Festive Prelude begins at 6:30pm. Worship begins at 7:00pm.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chancel-choir-rehearsal-138/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T173000
DTSTAMP:20241224T204545Z
CREATED:20241224T204545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241224T204545Z
UID:10008396-1735058700-1735061400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Community Time with Birthday Cake for Jesus
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/community-time-with-birthday-cake-for-jesus/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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