Here’s an overview of upcoming events at First UMC. You’re invited!
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...
Please come and enjoy a holiday tea with United Women in Faith. Linda Thomas, our local harpist, will provide holiday-themed entertainment. Date: Thursday, December 11 Time: 12:30–2:30 pm Location: Parlor Cost: $10 donation per person Contact with Questions: Andrea Thomas (andrea8141@comcast.net)
Come for the gliitter glue, stay for the pasta! Join us for a festive celebration packed with holiday crafts, music, and a delicious spaghetti dinner. Bring your family and friends....all are welcome! Date: Saturday, December 13 Time: 3:00–6:15 pm Location: Jorgeson Hall Cost: Free-will offering for dinner Contact with Questions: Rochita Plonka (rplonka@parkridgeumc.org)
A very special Advent worship, as we gather for our annual Christmas pageant! All ages, all singing, all in celebration!
Joy to the world! Celebrate the holy birth of Jesus with us in a music-filled family-friendly candlelight service. All are welcome! Parking is available in our church lot at 410 Grant Place, just north of the church. Access from Prospect Avenue. We are a Christian community spreading God’s love and welcoming all, offering spiritual growth...