Here’s an overview of upcoming events at First UMC. You’re invited!
Date: Saturday, November 1 Time: 10:00 am to around 11:30 am Location: The Ismaili Center and Jamatkhana of Glenview, 100 Shermer Road, Glenview (Meet at the main entrance) Registration: Registration Required! LINK Cost: None Contact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org) Join families from our congregation and Glenview UMC for an inspiring All Ages House of Worship...
A holiday fundraiser for our youth programming. Order Deadline: Sunday, November 9 Wreath Delivery Date at Church: Friday, November 28 How to Order: Use the order forms available in the parlor (prices listed on the form) or email Rochita Plonka. Payment Details: Please pay with either cash or check in the parlor after filling out...
All are welcome. Led by Rev. Dr. Bob Campbell, together we gather to breathe in an hour of prayer, contemplating Scripture, sharing poetry, song, and our personal reflections.
Date: Wednesday, November 5 Time: 7:00–8:30 pm Location: Parlor Contact with Questions: Katy Hansen (katyhansen@comcast.net) Good Reads book discussion will meet in person in the parlor to discuss The island of Sea Women by Lisa See. "Set on the Korean island of Jeju, The Island of Sea Women follows Mi-ja and Young-sook, two girls from...
Social: All Ages Bonfire Date: Friday, November 7 Time: 4:30–6:00 pm Location: Bonfire Pit (behind parsonage by play set) Cost: Free Contact with Questions: Rochita Plonka (rplonka@parkridgeumc.org) Come gather ‘round the fire at the bonfire pit! We’ll roast s’mores, sip hot cocoa and sing some campfire songs. Bring a chair, a blanket and a friend...
Date: Saturday, December 6 Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Location: Jorgeson Hall Contact with Questions: Andrea Thomas (andrea8141@comcast.net) Mark your calendars for the United Women in Faith Holiday Cookie Sale on Saturday, December 6. Come in person to purchase delicious home-baked holiday cookies or use the pre-order form in the Sunday bulletins throughout November. Proceeds from...
Social: United Women in Faith November Meeting Date: Thursday, November 13 Time: 12:30 pm Location: Parlor Cost: Donation of $10 per person for meal Contact with Questions: Andrea Thomas (andrea8141@comcast.net) United Women in Faith is pleased to welcome Ashlyn Ochoa of Renew for our November meeting. Renew Carry the Story is a faith-based collective that...
Date: Thursday, November 13 Time: 7:00–7:45 pm Location: Park Ridge Presbyterian Church (1300 W Crescent Ave, Park Ridge) Contact with Questions: Pastor Bob Campbell (willowwellness@gmail.com) Join us for a Community Peace Vigil as we gather together to pray for peace and unity in our world. Sponsored by the Park Ridge Ministerial Association.
Deadline: Sunday, November 16 Location: Drop off food items at the Grant Place entrance Questions: Randa Behrens (rgb4713@gmail.com) During this season of giving, we are supporting our friends at New Hope Community Food Pantry with a special Thanksgiving collection by providing one each of the following items: pumpkin pie filling, stuffing mix, cranberry sauce, cornbread...
Service: Avenues to Independence Pizza and Bingo Party Date: Monday, November 17 Time: 5:10 pm–end Location: Sasser House (100 N Clifton Ave, Park Ridge) Registration: Email Lorie if you'd like to help! Contact with Questions: Lorie Bartel (Loriebartel@gmail.com) A team of 5-6 people is needed for this event. Roles available include bingo caller, manager of...
Date: Tuesday, November 25 Time: 7:00–8:00 pm Location: St. Luke’s Lutheran Church (205 N Prospect Ave, Park Ridge) Contact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org) All Park Ridge congregations and residents are invited to come together in gratitude for the annual Community Thanksgiving Service, hosted by the Park Ridge Ministerial Association (PRMA). Dessert will be served...
Due by: November 30 Gift Drop-off Location: Grant Place entrance Register to Buy Gifts for a Specific Child: LINK Cost: Plan on spending around $50 per child Contact with Questions: Katy Hansen (khansen240@gmail.com) The holidays are fast approaching and once again the Outreach team invites you to provide a holiday gift for the children served...
Led by Rev. Dr. Bob Campbell, together we gather to breathe in an hour of prayer, contemplating Scripture, sharing poetry, song, and our personal reflections. All are welcome.
Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Location: Jorgeson Hall Contact with Questions: Andrea Thomas (andrea8141@comcast.net) Mark your calendars for the United Women in Faith Holiday Cookie Sale on Saturday, December 6. Come in person to purchase delicious home-baked holiday cookies or use the pre-order form in the Sunday bulletins throughout November. Proceeds from the sale benefit women,...
Join us this Advent for a thought-provoking exploration of "Incarnation: Divinely Human" from the "Living the Questions" video series. This session challenges us to see the mystery of God's presence not as a distant doctrine, but as a living reality within each of us. Drawing on leading biblical scholars and theologians, this conversation invites us...