8AM Adult Sunday School
2026-03-29 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-04-05 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-04-12 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-04-19 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-04-26 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-05-03 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-05-10 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-05-17 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago) and 14 more dates | First UMC-1-Library (20)

"Luke" Book Discussion
2026-04-01 19:00 - 20:15 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83137174039?pwd=[REDACTED]
Session led by Leah Augustyniak.
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Popcorn Theology Video Discussion
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:15 | First UMC-1-Library (20)
Learning: Fourth Wednesday Popcorn Theology Video DiscussionDate: Wednesday, April 22Time: 7:00–8:15 pmLocation: LibraryContact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)Pastor Scott hosts a monthly discussion about a wide variety of theological topics that relate to our everyday lives. The group watches a video of theologians and other speakers presenting on a given topic, then everyone discusses afterward. There’s also lots of popcorn!

Good Reads
2026-05-04 19:00 - 20:30 | First UMC-1-Library (20)
Learning: Book Discussion: Good Reads – The Frozen River
Date: Monday, May 4
Time: 7:00 pm–8:30 pm
Location: Church library
Contact with Questions: Katy Hansen — khansen240@gmail.com
Join 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!

Popcorn Theology Video Discussion
2026-05-27 19:00 - 20:15 | First UMC-1-Library (20)
Learning: Fourth Wednesday Popcorn Theology Video Discussion
Date: Wednesday, May 27
Time: 7:00–8:15 pm
Location: Library
Contact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)
This Month’s Topic: The Impact and Importance of Intergenerational Ministry
Pastor Scott hosts a monthly discussion about a wide variety of theological topics that relate to our everyday lives. The group watches a video of theologians and other speakers presenting on a given topic, then everyone discusses afterward. There’s also lots of popcorn!

Good Reads
2026-06-23 19:00 - 20:30 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
Learning: Book Discussion: Good Reads – Theo of Golden
Date: Tuesday, June 23
Time: 7:00 pm–8:30 pm
Location: Church Parlor
Contact with Questions: Katy Hansen — khansen240@gmail.com
Join the Good Reads book discussion group as we gather in person to discuss Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. "A story of giving and receiving, of seeing and being seen, Theo of Golden is an unforgettable novel about the power of generosity, the importance of connection, and the quiet miracles that happen when we choose kindness and wonder" (Parnassus Books). All are welcome! Our pick for a future meeting is Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray, a captivating and dramatic novel about American heroine Frances Perkins.

Popcorn Theology Video Discussion
2026-07-22 19:00 - 20:15 | First UMC-1-Library (20)
Learning: Fourth Wednesday Popcorn Theology Video Discussion
Date: Wednesday, July 22
Time: 7:00–8:15 pm
Location: Library
Contact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)
This Month’s Topic: Pope Leo’s recent article on artificial intelligence, and other prominent figures’ reactions
Pastor Scott hosts a monthly discussion about a wide variety of theological topics that relate to our everyday lives. The group watches a video of theologians and other speakers presenting on a given topic, then everyone discusses afterward. There’s also lots of popcorn!

Good Reads
2026-07-28 19:00 - 20:30 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Popcorn Theology Video Discussion
2026-08-26 19:00 - 20:15 | First UMC-1-Library (20)
Learning: Fourth Wednesday Popcorn Theology Video Discussion
Time: 7:00–8:15 pm
Location: Library
Contact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)
Pastor Scott hosts a monthly discussion about a wide variety of theological topics that relate to our everyday lives. The group watches a video of theologians and other speakers presenting on a given topic, then everyone discusses afterward. There’s also lots of popcorn!
