First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge

Jazzercise
2026-01-27 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-01-22 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-01-20 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-01-15 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Families Anonymous
2026-01-26 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-19 19:30 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Canasta Club
2026-01-26 12:00 - 15:30 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

German Club
2026-01-26 11:00 - 13:00 | First UMC-1-Room 101 (20)

Staff Meeting
2026-01-26 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-01-20 11:00 - 11:45 | Amy’s Office

Sunday Night Suppers
2026-01-25 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-01-18 15:00 - 18:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Church Town Hall
2026-01-25 10:45 - 12:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Children's Sunday School
2026-01-25 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-01-18 09:30 - 10:30

Worship Service
2026-01-25 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-01-18 09:30 - 10:30 | First UMC-1-Sanctuary (160)

8AM Adult Sunday School
2026-01-25 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-01-18 08:00 - 09:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Chili Cook-Off and Family Game Night
2026-01-24 17:30 - 20:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)
Social: Chili Cook-Off and Family Game NightDate: Saturday, January 24Time: 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!

Temple Beth El Synagogue Visit
2026-01-23 17:30 - 20:00 | Temple Beth-El, 3610 Dundee Rd, Northbrook, IL, United States
Learning: Temple Beth-El Synagogue VisitDate: Friday, January 23Time: 5:30 pm–8:00 pm (please arrive a little before 5:30 pm)Location: 3610 Dundee Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062Deadline to RSVP: Thursday, January 15 by EoDRegistration Link: RSVP Here (required)Cost: Free-will offering for cheese pizza dinner following Shabbat serviceContact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)In connection with First UMC’s confirmation program, all members of our congregation are invited to attend our next House of Worship visit at Temple Beth-El of Northbrook. Our time begins with hospitality and a blessing before Shabbat offered by Senior Rabbi Sidney Helbraun from 5:30 to 6:00 pm just outside their sanctuary (please don’t skip this time as they’re buying food for our group). We, then, move into a Shabbat service, followed by a post-Shabbat small-group discussion with Rabbi Helbraun. There will be cheese pizza and a free-will offering is available. It’s required to RSVP by the stated deadline to participate in this event.

Al-Anon
2026-01-22 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-15 19:30 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Room 101 (20)

Toastmasters
2026-01-22 19:00 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Ad Council meeting
2026-01-22 19:00 - 20:30 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

DCOM
2026-01-22 08:30 - 14:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Third Wednesday Dinners
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:30 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
Social: Third Wednesday DinnersStart Time: 6:00 pmLocation: ParlorWhat to Bring: Please bring your own one-person mealContact with Questions: Rocky Daehler (rdaehler@yahoo.com) or Bill Baty (billbaty@gmail.com)Starting in September, a Third Wednesday Dinner will be hosted in the Parlor. The format is BYOOM—bring your own one-person meal. The intent is to have friendly fellowship once a month by sharing conversations, eating together, and even making new acquaintances. Plates, glasses, silverware, napkins, and tables are provided. All you need to bring is your own food and yourself. These meals will be held in the Parlor at 6:00pm on the third Wednesday of every month.

Trustees Meeting
2026-01-19 19:00 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Prayer Shawl
2026-01-19 13:00 - 15:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Mix n' Mingle Kick-Off Dinner 2026
2026-01-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Gail Kellberg and Randy Wear’s home (617 N. Washington Avenue, Park Ridge)
Social: Mix n’ Mingle Kick-Off Dinner 2026Date: Saturday, January 17Time: 5:30–9:00 pmLocation: Gail Kellberg and Randy Wear’s home (617 N. Washington Avenue, Park Ridge)Registration and Questions: Contact Lisa Shewfelt (lisashewfelt@hotmail.com or 312-518-8090)Mark your calendars! The entire MIX AND MINGLE dinner group kicks off 2026 with a special dinner at Gail Kellberg and Randy Wear’s home. Those attending are asked to bring an appetizer or dessert. Your new groups will be shared then. More details to follow after the new year.* If you would like information about MIX AND MINGLE, please contact Lisa Shewfelt. We would love to have you join us!
