Events

Every Sunday at 4:00 pm: A free hot meal, no questions asked. Beginning September 7, 2025 all meals will be served each week at First UMC under the leadership of the co-host churches: First UMC, St. Luke's Lutheran Church and St. Andrews Lutheran Church. Learn more about how you can support Sunday Night Suppers at ...

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...

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...

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...