SIGNS OF THE PROMISED ONE: Friends, the season of Advent is a time of preparing to welcome God-with-us, Emmanuel to our hearts, church and world. We watch for signs of hope, peace, love and joy expecting the arrival of Christ Jesus, Holy Infant and Eternal Savior. Scripture readings include Jeremiah 33:14-16 and Luke 21:25-36.
Beginning Sunday, November 28, our prerecorded weekly service will be replaced by a recording of our live, sanctuary service.
It will be posted on YouTube and the church’s website every Sunday afternoon for viewing throughout the week.
SIGNS OF THE PROMISED ONE
The Christian Church’s season of Advent is one of expectant waiting for the return of Christ and the birth of Jesus. Traditions include the Advent wreath, scripture readings of prophecy and watchfulness, songs & hymns of cheer and activities for fellowship and service. Together we will gather in hope, joy, peace and love.
Sanctuary Worship Guidelines: Sundays 9:30 am
Effective June 13, 2021, FUMC removed limits on capacity for sanctuary worship. We no longer require reservations, and invite you to come as you are able and as you feel comfortable. We will however continue to require mask wearing when gathering in groups inside our church building, including worship. We continue to refrain from coffee hour/fellowship inside the building, but will find ways for fellowship outside as often as possible. Regarding vaccination status, we will operate on the honor system, as we continue to practice care of one another and our guests. Childcare during worship will return in the early fall.
Faith Formation for All Ages
Children 3 years old to 5th grade
Beginning September 5th our Sunday school year will offer a new format! Children may join us in-person or virtually from home. If you are attending in person, the children will leave the 9:30 am worship service after the children’s message, and head to our classrooms – Rooms 103 and 104. If you prefer to join virtually, we will provide the information you need to join the class, along with the materials the in-person group is using. In person, at home, or hybrid, we are here for you.
Ongoing Activities
Opportunities open to all members and friends include meals to healthcare workers, cleanup of Axehead Lake, support of local food pantries, creation of face coverings for anyone in need, prayer squares for first responders, care for the clients of Avenues to Independence, and outreach to the most vulnerable neighbors: the homeless, refugees, and the unemployed.
Affordable rental space in the heart of Park Ridge
Looking for a budget-friendly spot for your meeting, conference, party, concert, recital, or other event?
Our beautiful Sanctuary and spacious Jorgeson Hall are versatile and available to suit your needs.
Flexible scheduling. Negotiable terms. Parking in our church lot. Nearby shopping and restaurants. Walk to the Metra.
Download our PDF information sheets, and contact our office at 847.825.3144 to learn more.
Office Hours, Staffing and Pastoral Care
The church office hours are Monday-Thursday 8:30 am to 2:00 pm / Friday 8:30 am to 12 Noon
Staff can be reached by their cellphones and email addresses. As always, Pastor David Aslesen can be reached for any member and for church needs at 708.441.5179 (call or text) and pastordavid@parkridgeumc.org.
Our primary calling as church in this time is to keep our congregation safe and connected to God, to one another and to the people & communities we serve. There is great love to be made known in this time – for friend and neighbor alike. My prayer is this difficult sheltering-in-place decision may reveal our church’s desire to be proactive and caring as we listen to and follow the lead of the international and local medical community on helping to limit the spread of the coronavirus in our area. It is critical that we care for each other, listen for God’s wisdom, and support the work of the church.
Rev. David Aslesen, Pastor
First UMC Park Ridge • 418 West Touhy Avenue • Park Ridge, IL 60068
847-825-3144 • office@parkridgeumc.org