Collection / Fundraiser: Super Bowl Crunch for a CauseRun Dates of Fundraiser: Sunday, January 25–Sunday, February 1 (1:00 pm deadline)Cost: Quart-size bag—$5 eachHow to Order: Orders forms will be available in the Parlor on Sunday, January 25 and February 1. Alternatively, you may email Rochita to place your order. All orders should be placed by February...
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Collection / Fundraiser: February “Show Your Love” Food Drive 💕Collection Run Dates: Thursday, January 29 – Sunday, February 22Drop-off Location: Grant Place entranceContact with Questions: Katy Hansen (katyhansen@comcast.net)Overview: Help us spread love in a practical way this February by supporting New Hope Food Pantry. Please fill a bag with any or all of the items listed below and drop it off...
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Service: Retirement Home Singing and LunchDate: Sunday, February 1Time: 11:30 am–12:30 pmLocation: Leave from church after Snack n' Chat is over; still finalizing where we'll singCost: Lunch will be at a local restaurant; everyone pays for their own billContact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)Join us for a meaningful afternoon of sharing music and joy with retirement community... |
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Worship and Learning: First Tuesday Peace VigilLocation: ParlorContact with Questions: Pastor Bob Campbell (willowwellness@gmail.com)FUMC hosts a Peace Vigil open to all. The gathering includes prayer, silence, readings, songs, chants and an opportunity to share with others. |
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Learning: Good Reads Book Discussion (February)Date: February 9Time: 7:00–8:30 pmLocation: Church libraryContact with Questions: Katy Hansen (khansen240@gmail.com)Good Reads book discussion will meet in person to discuss The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. “The charming debut from Evans takes the form of letters and emails exchanged by a divorced and retired woman with her friends, family, foes, and literary idols…the detailed connections... |
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UWFaith: February Dinner Meeting—Migration StoriesDate: Thursday, February 12Time: 6:00–8:00 pmLocation: ParlorCost: Donations acceptedContact with Questions: Andrea Thomas (andrea8141@comcast.net)Please join UWFaith for a simple soup meal to warm you while we gather to learn from Princess Harris about Migration Stories. Ms. Harris is from Faith in Place and will share a variety of migration stories, not only immigrants.... |
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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...
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Worship:UWFaithLOVE Sunday 2026 Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026 Time: 9:30–10:30 am Location: Sanctuary Contact with Questions: Lisa Shewfelt (lisashewfelt@hotmail.com) Please join us and the women of UWFaith in welcoming Claudia Marchan, Executive Director of Immigration Law and Justice of Northern Illinois (ILJNI; formerly Northern Illinois Justice for Our Neighbors), who is our featured speaker during... |
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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...
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Worship: Ash Wednesday WorshipDate: Wednesday, February 18Time: 7:00–7:45 pmLocation: SanctuaryContact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)Begin the season of Lent in sacred community as we receive the imposition of ashes and reflect on our journey toward Easter. This quiet, contemplative service offers a meaningful pause to center ourselves in God's grace and renewing love. |
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──────────Scott Himel is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88089154066?pwd=g1bujtJiqqWc7Haning4cy6ACpLVeG.1View meeting insights with Zoom AI Companionhttps://us02web.zoom.us/launch/edl?muid=8c1511f7-1809-4197-bf1e-b5387926bf8e&from=chextMeeting ID: 880 8915 4066Passcode: 856366---One tap mobile+13092053325,,88089154066#,,,,*856366# US+13126266799,,88089154066#,,,,*856366# US (Chicago)Join instructionshttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/88089154066/invitations?signature=KIArCv2y2d8Wtl0X4Sqq_SWXN-jYOJI5Lte-JUBEXvs────────── |
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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... |