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SUMMARY:Mothers for Mission 2026
DESCRIPTION:Collection / Drive: Mothers for Mission — NIJFON Special Offering \nCollection Dates: Sunday\, April 26–Tuesday\, May 5Honor List Read: Sunday\, May 10 (Mother’s Day)Location: Donation slips in the Sunday bulletin\, or email Amy Lane (office@parkridgeumc.org) with the name of the mother\, grandmother\, or mothering figure you’re honoring or rememberingQuestions: Katy Hansen — khansen240@gmail.com \nIn honor of Mother’s Day\, First UMC continues our tradition of collecting a special offering for a designated Outreach ministry. This year’s beneficiary is Northern Illinois Justice For Our Neighbors (NIJFON)\, which provides free high-quality legal services to low-income immigrants\, engages in education and advocacy efforts\, and builds cross-cultural relationships. We invite you to share a special gift in celebration of your mother\, grandmother\, or mothering figure in your life. Please return your gift to the church by or before Tuesday\, May 5. \nBulletin Inserts: April 26 and May 3Amy Lane receives honoree names for the list read on May 10. \nEvent ID: EVT-0015
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/mothers-for-mission-2026/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Collections / Drives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T090000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T191756Z
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SUMMARY:8AM Adult Sunday School
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/8am-adult-sunday-school-18/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Library (20)
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T103000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T155639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T140251Z
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SUMMARY:Worship Service
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/worship-service-18/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Sanctuary (160)
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T103000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T170224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T190253Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Sunday School
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/childrens-sunday-school-17/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:All Ages Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T113000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20260330T210258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T190252Z
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SUMMARY:Parents Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/parents-social-hour/
LOCATION:Sunday School Rooms
CATEGORIES:All Ages Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T170656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T221852Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Night Suppers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/sunday-night-suppers-19/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)
CATEGORIES:Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T170224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T190253Z
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SUMMARY:Confirmation Monthly Gathering
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/confirmation-monthly-gathering-5/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
CATEGORIES:All Ages Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T114500
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T170458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T233312Z
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SUMMARY:Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/staff-meeting-18/
LOCATION:Amy’s Office
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T171212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T144800Z
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SUMMARY:Prayer Shawl
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/prayer-shawl-9/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:UWFaith (Women's Ministry)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20260406T211755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T191757Z
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SUMMARY:Good Reads
DESCRIPTION:Learning: Book Discussion: Good Reads – The Frozen River \nDate: Monday\, May 4\nTime: 7:00 pm–8:30 pm\nLocation: Church library\nContact with Questions: Katy Hansen — khansen240@gmail.com\nJoin the Good Reads book discussion group as we gather in person to discuss The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon — a richly engaging story set in post-Revolutionary War New England\, weaving together murder mystery\, community secrets\, and the lives of women navigating a patriarchal society and an emerging justice system. All are welcome!
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/good-reads-2/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Library (20)
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20260420T230258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T233313Z
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SUMMARY:Trustees Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/trustees-meeting-3/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Library (20)
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T171036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T183317Z
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SUMMARY:Families Anonymous
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URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/families-anonymous-18/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
CATEGORIES:Space Sharing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T131500
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20260301T223320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T200255Z
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SUMMARY:VYS Lunch
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/vys-lunch-3/
LOCATION:Countryside Saloon\, 2501 E Ballard Rd\, Des Plaines\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T173000
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SUMMARY:Jazzercise
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/jazzercise-35/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)
CATEGORIES:Space Sharing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T194500
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T155639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T140252Z
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SUMMARY:Peace Vigil
DESCRIPTION:Worship and Learning: First Tuesday Peace VigilLocation: ParlorContact with Questions: Pastor Bob Campbell (willowwellness@gmail.com)FUMC hosts a Peace Vigil open to all. The gathering includes prayer\, silence\, readings\, songs\, chants and an opportunity to share with others.
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/peace-vigil-6/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T103000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20260323T173302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T233313Z
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SUMMARY:SPRC Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/sprc-meeting-2/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Library (20)
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T171042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T183318Z
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SUMMARY:Al-Anon
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/al-anon-19/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Room 101 (20)
CATEGORIES:Space Sharing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20260326T181902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T194753Z
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SUMMARY:Congregational Care and Visitation Training (Day 1)
DESCRIPTION:Dear Participants\, \nThank you for registering for the Caring Congregations Workshop on Friday\, May 8\, from 1 to 7 p.m. and Saturday\, May 9\, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The training will be held at Kingswood UMC in Buffalo Grove at 401 W. Dundee Road. Enter through Entrance #1 (Main Entrance). There is plenty of parking on the east and south sides of the church building. We’re looking forward to learning and growing together. \nTo help you prepare\, we invite you to purchase the recommended resource in advance: The Caring Congregation Ministry Implementation Guide by Karen Lampe and Melissa Gepford. It can be purchased on Amazon (in paperback or Kindle)\, Cokesbury\, or your favorite bookstore. A few books will be available for purchase at the event and may be paid for by check or cash. \nPlease also use this link to download a PDF with Care Cards for Communion\, Anointing\, Grief\, Anxiety\, and more. These resources can also be purchased or downloaded from the resource page here. Additional materials and resources will be provided during the workshop. \nIf you are traveling from out of town\, you can find a list of nearby hotel options here. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Rev. James Preston or Rev. Brittany Isaac. We’re glad you’ll be joining us for this important time of equipping and connection.
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/congregational-care-and-visitation-training-day-1/
LOCATION:Kingswood at the Buffalo Grove campus
CATEGORIES:Outside Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20260326T181903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T194753Z
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SUMMARY:Congregational Care and Visitation Training (Day 2)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/congregational-care-and-visitation-training-day-2/
LOCATION:Kingswood at the Buffalo Grove campus
CATEGORIES:Outside Organizations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T090000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T170050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T191757Z
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SUMMARY:8AM Adult Sunday School
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/8am-adult-sunday-school-19/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Library (20)
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T103000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20260331T191757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T213251Z
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SUMMARY:Mother’s Day Fundraiser: Chocolate Strawberries & Pretzels
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mission Trip Fundraiser: Mother’s Day Chocolate-Covered Strawberries and Pretzels \nOrder Forms Available: During Snack and Chat on April 26 and May 3\, or email Rochita. \nOrder Deadline: Sunday\, May 3 \nCost:  \nOrder Pickup: After worship on Sunday\, May 10 (Mother’s Day) at FUMC\, Park Ridge \nContact with Questions: Rochita Plonka (rplonka@parkridgeumc.org) \nThis Mother’s Day\, honor the women who reflect a mother’s love through care\, encouragement\, and compassion. Celebrate them with delicious chocolate-covered strawberries and pretzels. All proceeds support this year’s Youth Mission Trip to Duluth\, Minnesota.
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/mothers-day-fundraiser-chocolate-strawberries-pretzels/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Collections / Drives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T103000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T155639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T140252Z
UID:10000106-1778405400-1778409000@parkridgeumc.org
SUMMARY:Worship Service
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/worship-service-19/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Sanctuary (160)
CATEGORIES:Worship
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T103000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T170224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T190253Z
UID:10000378-1778405400-1778409000@parkridgeumc.org
SUMMARY:Children's Sunday School
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/childrens-sunday-school-18/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:All Ages Ministries
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T170656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T221852Z
UID:10000676-1778425200-1778436000@parkridgeumc.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Night Suppers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/sunday-night-suppers-20/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)
CATEGORIES:Service
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T171043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T053338Z
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SUMMARY:PEO
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/peo-5/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
CATEGORIES:Space Sharing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20260107T170401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T183318Z
UID:10001191-1778490000-1778500800@parkridgeumc.org
SUMMARY:PEO
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/peo-14/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Library (20)
CATEGORIES:Space Sharing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T114500
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T170458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T233313Z
UID:10000525-1778497200-1778499900@parkridgeumc.org
SUMMARY:Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/staff-meeting-19/
LOCATION:Amy’s Office
CATEGORIES:Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T171042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T053338Z
UID:10000920-1778497200-1778504400@parkridgeumc.org
SUMMARY:German Club - 101
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/german-club-101-5/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Space Sharing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20260107T170401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T183318Z
UID:10001192-1778497200-1778504400@parkridgeumc.org
SUMMARY:German Club - 101
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/german-club-101-16/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Room 101 (20)
CATEGORIES:Space Sharing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T041147
CREATED:20251231T171043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T183318Z
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SUMMARY:Families Anonymous
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://parkridgeumc.org/event/families-anonymous-19/
LOCATION:First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
CATEGORIES:Space Sharing
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