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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T140000
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SUMMARY:JRC- Set Up
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/jrc-set-up-3/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T153000
DTSTAMP:20240917T221313Z
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SUMMARY:Covenant Hiking Group
DESCRIPTION:“I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station\, through which God speaks to us every hour\, if we will only tune in.” – George Washington Carver \nThe 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. \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. \nAll who participate are welcomed to share in ownership. The wonder of the natural world and God’s presence in it is limitless. \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-hiking-group/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T130000
DTSTAMP:20240925T180421Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T180421Z
UID:10007332-1728216000-1728219600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Children's Ministry Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:First Church’s Children’s Ministry program is enriched and made possible by a dedicated network of lay volunteer leaders. Signing up for one hour\, one Sunday a month is all it takes to make an enduring impact in the lives of our children and church! Are you being called to serve (and play!) with First Church’s Children’s Ministry? \nJoin us for lunch on Sunday\, October 6 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. to learn about the many opportunities and resources available to new and seasoned volunteers\, strengthen your leadership\, and nurture the life of our congregation. Join the conversation and answer the call! \nPlease register at the link\, noting any food allergies or restrictions in the memo field: https://onrealm.org/faithatfirst/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=MWVjNzFiYWQtZWQ5ZS00MTM3LWEzZjMtYjFlMjAxNGJlMDRl
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-ministry-volunteer-training/
LOCATION:Room 34
ORGANIZER;CN="Colin McDonald":MAILTO:colin@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T123000
DTSTAMP:20240930T163916Z
CREATED:20240917T184445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T163916Z
UID:10007304-1728214200-1728217800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Inquirers Reunion (for classes of 2023 and 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Inquirers from the classes of Winter/Spring 2023\, Winter 2024\, and Spring 2024 are invited to gather in the church dining room after worship on Oct. 6 to connect and reconnect with classmates\, ask questions\, and meet church leaders. Lunch (or brunch) will be provided.. Family members welcome.   Hope to see you! \nPlease RSVP here by Wednesday\, Oct. 2 and indicate any dietary restrictions. \nQuestions? Please contact Mary Taylor-Johnson at mary@faithatfirst.com. \n 
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/inquirers-reunion-for-classes-of-2023-and-2024/
LOCATION:Dining Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Taylor-Johnson":MAILTO:mary@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T143000
DTSTAMP:20240925T164119Z
CREATED:20240925T164119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T164119Z
UID:10007327-1727946000-1727965800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:JRC- Rosh Hashanah
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/jrc-rosh-hashanah-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, Nursery\, Glenna\, Kitchen\, Playground\, 3rd Floor Rooms\, Dining Rooms\, Chapel\, Great Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T190000
DTSTAMP:20240922T200737Z
CREATED:20240922T200554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T200737Z
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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 each month! \nThis month we’ll savor Autumn’s official arrival with cozy wild rice soup. \nPlease register to aid in preparations\, noting any dietary restrictions or food allergies in the memo field.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-wednesday-potluck-6/
LOCATION:Dining Room and Kitchen
ORGANIZER;CN="Colin McDonald":MAILTO:colin@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T160000
DTSTAMP:20240925T163839Z
CREATED:20240925T163839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T163839Z
UID:10007326-1727618400-1727625600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:JRC Set Up
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/jrc-set-up-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T113500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T123000
DTSTAMP:20240922T200050Z
CREATED:20240922T200050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T200050Z
UID:10007308-1727609700-1727613000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Do's and Donuts- Using Realm Connect on your Phone
DESCRIPTION:Want to feel more connected to First Church congregation? Do you want convenient access to the Church Directory? Are you hoping to get more engaged in small groups or volunteer opportunities? \nStop by Glenna Hall after church on Sunday the 29th to get some help using Realm Connect on your phone (hint: it’s MUCH easier on the app than on the website!) \nQuestions? Contact Realm@faithatfirst.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/dos-and-donuts-using-realm-connect-on-your-phone/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T113500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T121500
DTSTAMP:20240924T182407Z
CREATED:20240924T173528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T182407Z
UID:10007316-1727609700-1727612100@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Dos and Donuts - Using Realm Connect on your phone
DESCRIPTION:Want to feel more connected to the First Church congregation? Do you want convenient access to the Church Directory? Are you hoping to get more engaged in small groups or volunteer opportunities? \nStop by Glenna Hall after church on Sunday the 29th to get some help using Realm Connect on your phone (hint: it’s MUCH easier on the app than on the website!). \nQuestions? Contact Realm@FaithAtFirst.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/dos-and-donuts-using-realm-connect-on-your-phone-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T123000
DTSTAMP:20240923T182352Z
CREATED:20240917T184043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T182352Z
UID:10007302-1727609400-1727613000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Visitor Coffee with Tour
DESCRIPTION:Curious to further explore First Church?  Want to meet others in the congregation and tour the building?  Visitors and others new and not-so-new to First Church are invited to stay after worship on September 29 or October 20 for a Visitor Coffee.  The event will include informal conversation\, coffee and snacks\, and tours of rooms in the building where “the magic happens” (to quote Pastor Grace).  Information on the membership process will be available for those who may be interested. \nPlease RSVP for either Sept. 29 or Oct. 20 by email to mary@faithafirst.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/visitor-coffee-and-tour/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Taylor-Johnson":MAILTO:mary@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T190000
DTSTAMP:20240828T194824Z
CREATED:20240828T194824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T194824Z
UID:10006300-1727524800-1727550000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Limitless Apple Orchard and Dinner Outing
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join the Limitless group for our 4th annual Apple picking Saturday\, September 28th at Apple Holler Apple Orchard. Apple Holler Apple Orchard is located at 5006 South Sylvania Ave. Sturtevant\, WI 53177. Please meet at the Apple orchard entrance at 12:00pm or contact Stephanie Peters to caravan/carpool from the Peters house at 11:00am. Please RSVP to Stephanie Peters at stephdeloney@gmail.com \nWe have decided to go to the same Apple Orchard as last year since it is a little closer\, offers more apples\, is all inclusive\, and has dinner options on the way back home for those that would like to enjoy dinner afterwards. Oh and the donuts and apple dumplings were amazing! \nhttps://www.appleholler.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/limitless-apple-orchard-and-dinner-outing/
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Peters":MAILTO:stephdeloney@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTSTAMP:20240909T191629Z
CREATED:20240813T144311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T191629Z
UID:10006053-1727395200-1727654399@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Northern Illinois Conference Youth Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Northern Illinois Conference has created a Youth Retreat for all folks to attend. This is a great opportunity to have both a Fall and Spring retreat every year\, so let’s do it! The cost will be $160 by August 15th or $175 after that date. This open to all youth\, so I hope you’ll join Sydney and head over to Lake Geneva for a weekend! \nInterested?  Contact Sydney Harkrider at sydney@faithatfirst.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/northern-illinois-conference-youth-retreat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T203000
DTSTAMP:20240917T184940Z
CREATED:20240917T184940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T184940Z
UID:10007305-1727375400-1727382600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out
DESCRIPTION:BACK to School and BACK to MOM’s NIGHT OUT! HAPPY FALL!\nSept 26th Thursday 6:30-8:30 pm\nThis is a warm\, friendly informal gathering of moms of EVERY age who want to make friends\, share ideas\, and laugh. Meet someone new every time you come! You can bring something to share – but no pressure! Come as you are! \nHost -Cherie Asante\nRSVP cherie.asante@gmail.com or 913-530-5258 \n(Cherie does not have a cohost – anyone want to volunteer?) \nNEED HOSTS and COHOSTS for this Fall and Winter! Please let me know!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/moms-night-out-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T120000
DTSTAMP:20240922T201403Z
CREATED:20240922T201403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T201403Z
UID:10007312-1727172000-1727179200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Diaper Packing-Underwriters Lab
DESCRIPTION:A group of volunteers from Underwriters Lab will be packing diapers for Bundled Blessings and learning about the diaper bank. The event will be 10-11:30am on Tuesday\, September 24. Contact Person: Nancy Brown\, bundledblessings@outlook.com\, 847-271-1712.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/diaper-packing-underwriters-lab/
LOCATION:Room M
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Brown":MAILTO:nandbrown@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T203000
DTSTAMP:20240828T205622Z
CREATED:20240828T205622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T205622Z
UID:10006814-1727118000-1727123400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-committee-meeting-9/
LOCATION:Conference Room
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Brown":MAILTO:nandbrown@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T130000
DTSTAMP:20240828T203240Z
CREATED:20240828T203240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T203240Z
UID:10006585-1727004600-1727010000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Faith Formation Council "Train the Trainer" Event
DESCRIPTION:This is a “train the trainer” event on walking the labyrinth for members of the Faith Formation Council to prepare them to lead sessions for the congregation later in the fall.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/faith-formation-council-train-the-trainer-event/2024-09-22/
LOCATION:Memorial Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T123000
DTSTAMP:20240910T165542Z
CREATED:20240910T165542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T165542Z
UID:10007238-1727004600-1727008200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Fuel Your Faith Program Fair
DESCRIPTION:Fall is often a season of new beginnings. In this new season\, what do you need to fuel your faith? Spiritual food in the form of a small group? A Bible study or Christian education opportunity for yourself or a child or youth? Social opportunities for a not-yet-launched young adult? Does your soul need community with and the support of others? \nStick around after worship for a program fair that focuses not on what you can do for the church\, but what the church has to offer to help you “grow in your relationship with God” so that you can “live your faith in the world.” Come to “taste” (yes\, there will be snacks) and see the goodness of First Church’s many opportunities. Please invite a new person to come along with you!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/fuel-your-faith-program-fair/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T220000
DTSTAMP:20240828T194655Z
CREATED:20240828T194655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T194655Z
UID:10006299-1726855200-1726869600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Social- Howl at the Moon
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Young Adult Social takes place at “Howl at the Moon”. This is a piano bar\, and our group is having a special happy hour event for those attending. Contact Sydney for details\, and we hope you’ll come out to sing and have a great time with us!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/young-adult-social-howl-at-the-moon/
ORGANIZER;CN="Sydney Harkrider":MAILTO:sydney@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240916T203000
DTSTAMP:20240828T210100Z
CREATED:20240828T210100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T210100Z
UID:10006826-1726513200-1726518600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Nominations and Leadership Development Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Nominations & Leadership Development Committe first meeting of the new year. Agenda to be shared in early September. \nPlease address any questions to:\nPastor Grace Imathiu\, Commitee Chair\, grace@faithatfirst.com\nMike Bergmann\, Vice Chair\, mgbergmann@yahoo.com
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/nominations-and-leadership-development-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Taylor-Johnson":MAILTO:mary@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T170000
DTSTAMP:20240613T195155Z
CREATED:20240613T195155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T195155Z
UID:10005898-1726412400-1726419600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Installation Service for District Superintendent
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/installation-service-for-district-superintendent/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T120000
DTSTAMP:20240828T193743Z
CREATED:20240828T193743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T193743Z
UID:10006265-1725795000-1725796800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Community Hour with Ice Cream
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/community-hour-with-ice-cream/
LOCATION:Front Lawn
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T120000
DTSTAMP:20240828T192958Z
CREATED:20240828T192958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T192958Z
UID:10006225-1725793200-1725796800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Children's Chapel and Connect 456
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/childrens-chapel-and-connect-456/
ORGANIZER;CN="Colin McDonald":MAILTO:colin@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T101500
DTSTAMP:20240828T192231Z
CREATED:20240828T192231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T192231Z
UID:10006132-1725787800-1725790500@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Messy Church
DESCRIPTION:Messy Church is Christ-centered. Messy Church is creative. Messy Church is for all ages. Messy Church is where YOU belong! \nLife is rarely neat and tidy. But God isn’t afraid to enter the mess. \nMessy Church is an opportunity for children\, families\, and adults to engage in hands-on creative activities\, celebratory worship\, and time together in community. Join us for a different kind of Sunday School for children and adults on this Rally Day Sunday!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/messy-church-4/
LOCATION:Great Hall
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colin McDonald":MAILTO:colin@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T103000
DTSTAMP:20240828T191102Z
CREATED:20240828T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T191102Z
UID:10006090-1725786900-1725791400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult Christian Education Preview
DESCRIPTION:On Rally Day Sunday\, Sept. 8\, the Adult Christian Education Council is hosting an overview of opportunities for adults to learn and grown in faith. All are welcome to the dining room from 9:15-10:15am to hear about plans for four tracks of classes and groups\, specific opportunities\, and a bit about the work Adult Council is doing. This gathering is a great opportunity for long-time members\, new visitors\, and everyone in-between.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-christian-education-preview/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T093000
DTSTAMP:20240828T191414Z
CREATED:20240828T191414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T191414Z
UID:10006091-1725786900-1725787800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Celebration of Community
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we gather as a church community of all ages and celebrate that we are learning and growing in Christ together. This will serve as a gathering place before children and adults go to their respective places for the education hour.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/celebration-of-community/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T100000
DTSTAMP:20240813T140804Z
CREATED:20240813T140804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T140804Z
UID:10006033-1725782400-1725789600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Men's Fellowship Breakfast...attention date change
DESCRIPTION:The Men’s fellowship breakfast will not meet on Sept. 8\, Rally Day. It is going to be held the following Sunday\, Sept. 15\, at 8 am at the Merion.\nThe regular schedule of second Sunday meeting time will resume on October 13.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/mens-fellowship-breakfast-attention-date-change/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTSTAMP:20240828T190802Z
CREATED:20240828T190802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T190802Z
UID:10006089-1725753600-1725839999@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Rally Day
DESCRIPTION:Our new program year at First Church begins on Rally Day Sunday\, Sept. 8! \n9:15am Christian Education for adults\, youth\, and children\n10:30am Worship in the Sanctuary with children’s processional\n10:45am Children’s Chapel and Connect 456\nCommunity Hour with ice cream on the church lawn after worship. \nChurch Council has chosen “Collaboration\, Connection and Care” as the theme for 2024-25 and proposed a focus on Goals IV (Action for Justice) and V (Collaborative Leadership) of the current strategic plan into next summer. By expanding that plan for one additional year\, we have additional time to reflect on the outcomes of the 2024 General Conference and develop the next strategic plan.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/rally-day-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T193000
DTSTAMP:20240813T144726Z
CREATED:20240813T144605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T144726Z
UID:10006054-1725643800-1725651000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Fall Family Welcome
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to Children’s Ministry’s Fall Family Welcome\, Friday\, September 6\, 2024 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on the front lawn of First United Methodist Church (1630 Hinman Avenue). \nJoin Children’s Ministry leaders\, volunteers\, and other families with children ages 0 through 6th grade for casual fellowship and a preview of our 2024-25 program year for children and adults. Light dinner will be provided along with a taste of “Messy Church\,” a monthly opportunity for children\, youth\, and adults of all ages to engage and get messy in hands-on activities and worship\, beginning Rally Day Sunday\, September 8! \nTo aid in our planning\, please register by Friday\, August 30.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/19956/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240905T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240905T170000
DTSTAMP:20250529T175218Z
CREATED:20240820T180518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T175218Z
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SUMMARY:Progressive Christianity Reading Group
DESCRIPTION:The Progressive Christianity Reading Group kicks off the new year on Sept. 5 at 1:00pm with its weekly one-hour Zoom gathering. “Reading Genesis” by Marilynne Robinson is our first selection. It may be found at online booksellers as well as the Evanston Library. \nRobinson offers these words on the topic: \n“The book of Genesis has been treated by scholars as a collection of documents by many hands\, expressing different factional interests\, with borrowings from other ancient literatures\, marking the text as derivative. In other words\, academic interpretation of Genesis has centered on the question of its basic coherency\, just as fundamentalist interpretation has centered on the question of the appropriateness of reading it as literally true.\nBoth of these approaches preclude an appreciation of its greatness as literature\, its rich articulation and exploration of themes that resonate through the whole of Scripture. “Reading Genesis” includes the full text of the King James Version of the book… is a powerful consideration of the profound meanings and promise of God’s enduring covenant with humanity. This magisterial book radiates gratitude for the constancy and benevolence of God’s abiding faith in Creation.” \nThe Progressive Christianity Reading Group meets online weekly during the program year. New participants are always welcome. Interested in this group and/or this book? Please contact Christie at cecook.phd@gmail.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/progressive-christianity-reading-group-47/2024-09-05/1/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Church Council Governance Review Subcommittee Zoom Meeting
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-council-governance-review-subcommittee-zoom-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
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