The Nominations & Leadership Development Committee is led by Pastor Grace Imathiu (chair) and Mike Bergmann (vice chair).

Wednesday, November 1, 2023, 6:00- p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Bring a side or dessert to share and join your church family for good food and fellowship this fall on the first Wednesday of every month! On the menu this month, a First UMC Soup Kitchen favorite, Cheesy Meatball Bake. Please register to aid in preparations, noting any […]

The Wednesday Bible Study is a longstanding group that welcomes new members.  This group meets online every Wednesday 10-11:30am with the exception of a short break in the summer. The current study, which runs through October 18 is The Gospel of Mark by Amy Jill Levine.   A new study (to be determined) will begin […]

FUMC Mom's Night Out - Wed Nov 8th 6:30 - 8:30 pm COME AS YOU ARE!! We will be Grateful to See you! Debbie Zimmerman Host - with Evelyn McGowan Cohost If you want to bring a dish, that would be lovely - but no pressure! RSVP to DMCEZimmerman@hotmail.com THANK YOU! Cherie Asante and Jessica […]

Adults and high school youth from the congregation and the community rehearse in preparation for the Festival Choir Concert on Nov. 17, 2023. No audition is require and music is provided at rehearsal.

J.U.M.P. (Junior United Methodist People) serves as an introductory youth group for students in grades 4-6 and meets monthly on Fridays from 4:00-6:00 p.m. In November, J.U.M.P. will focus on giving thanks by giving back as we help decorate ornaments for this year’s Christmas Star Tree; an annual tradition and partnership with Y.O.U. that seeks […]

As First Church embarks on its 10th year as a Reconciling Congregation, we invite the congregation into a deep exploration of Christian thought, natural sciences, and Church history in relation to gender, sex, and human sexuality. Using a three-part video course and discussion questions from the Reconciling Ministries Network, we will seek to understand gender […]

The Social Justice Committee and the Reconciling Congregation Task Force invite you to Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre’s production of This Bitter Earth on Sunday November 12 at 3:00 pm. The invitation is to a Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and Stacked & Folded in Evanston offering of a $30 Dinner and Show Package. We will discuss the play over dinner; Stacked and Folded is just across Noyes Street […]

From the Earth Care Committee: Many of us are looking for ways to reduce our carbon footprint and energy use at home, but the solutions, rebates, and credits can be confusing! Please join Beth Emet, Interfaith Action, Climate Action Evanston, Go Green Wilmette, and Citizens' Climate Lobby for a combination in-person and virtual event, "Smart […]

Abide provides ongoing space for spiritual connection to God, mutual support in community, and faith formation in the ways that lead to life. This gathering is open to all who seek to abide with Jesus through the Spirit in the company of friends. Abide meets Sunday mornings in person and via Zoom. To learn more […]

We are excited to be able to serve a home-cooked Thanksgiving meal to our Soup Kitchen guests on Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 23. We expect to have 65 guests. It takes a village to feed our village! You can provide support by bringing food and/or volunteering in the kitchen or dining room. To help […]

Join Progressive Christian Reading Group as they explore Karen Armstrong’s “Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life” on Thursdays during November via ZOOM from 1pm to 2pm. One of the most original thinkers on the role of religion in the modern world, Armstrong believes that while compassion is intrinsic in all human beings, each of us […]

Sunday School for children takes place weekly 9:15-10:15 a.m. during the Christian education hour and emphasizes sharing and responding to stories in the Bible through multisensory activities, spiritual practices, guided reflection, and play. Sunday School is offered for children ages Pre-K-6th grade with "Messy Church" offered on the first Sunday of every month for the entire […]

Abide provides ongoing space for spiritual connection to God, mutual support in community, and faith formation in the ways that lead to life. This gathering is open to all who seek to abide with Jesus through the Spirit in the company of friends. Abide meets Sunday mornings in person and via Zoom. To learn more […]

All youth are invited to come to Methodist Youth Fellowship every 1st and 3rd Sunday right after service from 11:30-1:30 pm.. We will have lunch, play games, and have time to gather to talk about where we are at in life. This will be our main time to gather as youth to get to know […]

As part of Interfaith Action of Evanston, First Church hosts a weekly soup kitchen each Thursday evening.  A host team of First Church volunteers is needed each week, and 5-6 times a year we also need cooking teams. Interested in helping?  Please contact Dave Koester (davekoester57@gmail.com) about current scheduling needs.

This year it will be a dinner party, hosted by Abbey Ogunbola. Starting at 5:30 pm on Saturday, December 2. The main course will be baked ham; bring an appetizer, side dish or dessert to share. If you are single or attend First Church as the solo member of your family, please join us for […]