First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge

Lenten Book Study (session 1 of 3)
2026-03-01 10:50 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | First UMC-1-Library (20)
Lenten Book Study—Luke: Jesus and the Outsiders, Outcasts, and OutlawsStarts: March 1 (4 weeks)—coinciding with our sermon seriesTime: 10:50 am–12:00 pm (after worship)Location: Church LibraryLed by: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)Cost: $13 (books available at Grant Place entrance)Journey through the Gospel of Luke with bestselling author Adam Hamilton and discover how Jesus brings good news to outsiders, outcasts, and outlaws—people pushed to the margins. We’ll explore Jesus’ radical welcome and compassion for those considered unimportant, from birth narratives to the cross. These ancient stories speak a hopeful word to us today about grace, belonging, and crossing barriers to love our neighbors.

Mission Trip Meeting
2026-03-01 10:30 - 10:45 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Children's Sunday School
2026-03-01 09:30 - 10:30

Worship Service
2026-03-01 09:30 - 10:30 | First UMC-1-Sanctuary (160)

8AM Adult Sunday School
2026-03-01 08:00 - 09:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Envelope Fundraiser Begins
2026-03-01 00:00 - 23:59

Chili Cook-Off and Family Game Night
2026-02-28 17:30 - 20:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)
Social: Chili Cook-Off and Family Game NightDate: Saturday, Feb 28Time: 5:30 pm–8:00 pmLocation: Jorgeson HallCost: Donation of $5 per person or $10 per familyContact with Questions: Andrea Thomas (andrea8141@comcast.net)Save the date for an evening of delicious chili, friendly competition and family fun! Join us to find out: Whose secret recipe makes the tastiest chili at First UMC? Which family can solve puzzles the fastest? Who has the music knowledge to “Name That Tune?” Mark your calendar for this event brought to you by United Women in Faith!

Stewardship Campaign 2026
2026-02-22 00:00 - 2026-03-22 23:59

UWFaith Silent Auction
2026-02-15 00:00 - 2026-03-07 23:59
Collection / Drive: UWFaith Silent Auction
Auction Run Dates: Sunday, February 15–Saturday, March 7
View Moon Ja’s Paintings: Either in the Parlor beginning Feb 15, or see pictures of Moon Ja Park’s paintings below
Bidding: All bidding is handled via a paper form found in the Parlor
Contact with Questions: Andrea Thomas (andrea8141@comcast.net)
UWFaith is hosting a silent auction featuring six original paintings generously donated by our own Moon Ja Park! View the artwork and place your bids in the Parlor—bidding starts on Feb 15 during Love Sunday and closes at the Leslie Goddard fundraiser event on March 7, with winners announced at the end of her presentation. Proceeds support the mission of UWFaith.

Moon Ja Park’s Paintings
