Here’s an overview of upcoming events at First UMC. You’re invited!
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...