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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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. |
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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 […] |
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Whether you are a new visitor or someone who has been worshipping here for over a year, we invite you to further explore First Church. This ministry tour is a great way to learn more about this faith community - -and is also the first step in the membership process. First Church Ministry Tour […]
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Advent marks the beginning of the church year as we anticipate the coming of Christ! It is a season of hope, peace, joy, and love, beginning on the fourth Sunday before Christmas Day. It is also a season of preparation and togetherness. Join us in ringing in the Christian "New Year" on Sunday, December 3 at "Messy Advent" from 9:00-10:15 a.m. in Great Hall. […]
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Gifts for Evanston Children! You are welcome to give a gift to a child, through Evanston Y.O.U., from our Star Tree. You can pick a child whose parents asked for help with gifts, from the Star Tree, on 11/26 or 12/3 at church, before or after church. If you want to sign up for a […] |
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A required dress rehearsal for children involved in the pageant on Dec. 10. This is a closed rehearsal only open to immediate family.
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Join FUMC Couples Salon at the Hagedorns' house for a festive evening of food and fellowship hosted by Sue and Jim Hagedorn and Caroline and Bryan Wagner. Please bring an appetizer, side dish or dessert to add to the holiday buffet. Please RSVP to Sue Hagedorn at shagedorn123@aol.com to let her know you are coming […] |
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Come join us on December 10th as the youth provide a breakfast in the dining room! Starting at 9am, the youth will be flipping pancakes. Come for food, informal conversation and a bit of holiday cheer before worship. Hope to see you! To help us plan (and minimize waste), please RSVP here.
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Children Pre-K through Grade 6 retell the Christmas story in scripture and song during the 10:30am worship service. |
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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 assemble care packages for guests at First Church’s winter overnight shelter and take a musical look at why the Grinch’s "heart grew three sizes" through the lens […] |
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Despite the proliferation of opportunities to be connected by social media in 2023, people feel less connected than ever. The increasing lack of connection has been called by some an "epidemic of loneliness." Moreover, the divisiveness over political and social issues in our culture continues to foster alienation and not connection. This lack of connection […]
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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. |
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The practice of lighting Advent candles symbolizes the process of increasing candlelight each week in the face of increasing darkness, or shorter daylight, each week. Using the four Advent candle themes—hope, love, joy, and peace—this three-week, small group experience offers four different prayer practices. This group invites participants to explore breath prayer, examen, praying scripture, […] |
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Instrumentalists in grades 6-12 are invited to play Christmas carols before and during the 4:00pm Family Service on Christmas Eve. The group will rehearse together at 3:00pm before the service in the Sanctuary. Music is available in advance for any instrument. Please email brian@faithatfirst.com if your child would like to play. |
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Progressive Christianity Reading Group explores Jon Meachem's The Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels on Thursday's Nov. 30, Dec. 7, resuming Jan. 4 and 11. In this timely and revealing book, best selling author Jon Meachem helps us understand the present moment in American politics and life by looking back at critical […] |
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The January book is Herland by Charlotte Gilman Perkins. This book group is open to all. Contact Janet Lutz for zoom information and book calendar. |
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The Wednesday Bible Study is a longstanding group that welcomes new persons. The group meets online every Wednesday 10-11:30am with the exception of a short break in the summer. New participants are always welcome. Please contact Janet Lutz at janetatl@aol.com if you are interested.
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On 1/3/2024 we will begin the 10 week study of Eve Isn’t Evil by Julie Faith Parker. It is available through Cokesbury.com or from Amazon. Contact Janet Lutz to be added to email list. |
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