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Worship service commemorating Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and the beginning of Holy Week. Come early to participate in our joyous entry into the sanctuary, symbolizing the crowd that welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem.
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Stewardship Celebration: Pie Sunday! Date: Sunday, March 29 Time: 10:30–11:30 am Location: Parlor Contact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org) As a way of thanking the congregation for their generous support of this year's Stewardship Campaign, pie will be served during Snack and Chat. Let them eat pie and be merry! |
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Learning and Social: Good Reads (March)Date: Monday, March 30Time: 7:00–9:00 pmLocation: LibraryContact with Questions: Katy Hansen (khansen240@gmail.com)Finding My Way: A Memoir by Malala Yousafzai. 320p. 2025. Rec by Susan Crawford“Part coming-of-age memoir, part reclamation, Finding My Way is a portrait of a woman who has learned that courage isn’t just about defying extremists, but also about allowing yourself to be... |
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Session led by Leah Augustyniak.Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83137174039?pwd=R3DGmR3bK89q8sG9yZH8bVKayOSgsI.1Meeting ID: 831 3717 4039Passcode: 908457 |
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Thursday, April 2, 7:00 pm,, Parlor & Sanctuary We remember the Last Supper Jesus and his disciples shared by partaking of similar foods used still to this day during the Passover Meal. This is a symbolic meal; please eat before coming! Liturgy and small group discussion are interwoven throughout the meal. Our time together concludes... |
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Join us in the sanctuary at 7 pm for a Good Friday evening service centered on the seven last words of Jesus spoken from the cross. Meditations, poems, art, and songs are interspersed between the readings to create a contemplative experience. This is an intergenerational service featuring participation from our older children and youth. Please... |
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Worship and Learning: Holy Saturday Prayer Vigil Date: Saturday evening, April 4 to Sunday morning, April 5, 2026 Time: 9:00 pm – 9:00 am Location: Prayer Room at church or from home Contact: Pastor Scott Himel (shimel@parkridgeumc.org) Sign up for an hour slot to pray: LINK As Jesus says to his disciples the evening before... |
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Whatever this season has held for you, Easter is an invitation to something bigger — the ancient, life-changing announcement that hope wins. Join us for a Celebration of the Resurrection at First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge. We'll gather with uplifting music, a message of hope, and the shared table of Holy Communion. Kids... |
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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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UWFaith: Chair Yoga and BreathingDate: Thursday, April 9Time: 12:30 pmLocation: Church ParlorQuestions: Andrea Thomas — andrea8141@comcast.netWear comfy clothes for movement as Yogi Joan McGee leads us through her routines. Lunch will be provided after the yoga session. |
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──────────Scott Himel is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89318168653?pwd=BlOKauIsMrx4abYAckMyf2WuaAAyde.1Meeting agendahttps://docs.zoom.us/agenda/doc/340348b9-8cf0-486f-8d5a-8987cc217df2?from=chextView meeting insights with Zoom AI Companionhttps://us02web.zoom.us/launch/edl?muid=340348b9-8cf0-486f-8d5a-8987cc217df2&from=chextMeeting ID: 893 1816 8653Passcode: 834195---One tap mobile+13126266799,,89318168653#,,,,*834195# US (Chicago)+13092053325,,89318168653#,,,,*834195# USJoin instructionshttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/89318168653/invitations?signature=0cvyVyJJKYQqaZTrR5q-iRv_enUBJciay-gGES1UZis────────── |
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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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Fundraiser and Social: Exodus World Service – Celebration of Hope DinnerDate: Thursday, April 16, 2026Time: 5:00–6:00 pm Check-In & Reception; 6:00–8:15 pm Complimentary Dinner & ProgramLocation: Drury Lane, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, ILCost: Complimentary (registration required)Registration: Register hereRegistration Deadline: Thursday, April 2Contact with Questions: Pastor Scott Himel — shimel@parkridgeumc.orgExodus World Service invites members of... |
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Youth Mission Trip Fundraiser: Brunch & Serve Date: April 19, 2026 Time: 10:30am – 11:30am Location: FUMC Parlor Cost: Free Will Offering (all proceeds support the Youth Mission Trip) Contact with Questions: Rochita Plonka, rplonka@parkridgeumc.orgReservations required by April 12. Sign up in the Parlor beginning April 5 or email Rochita. During brunch, photographer Alexis Greve... |
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Learning: Fourth Wednesday Popcorn Theology Video DiscussionDate: Wednesday, April 22Time: 7:00–8:15 pmLocation: LibraryContact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)Pastor Scott hosts a monthly discussion about a wide variety of theological topics that relate to our everyday lives. The group watches a video of theologians and other speakers presenting on a given topic, then everyone discusses afterward. There's also... |
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──────────Scott Himel is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82264718273?pwd=GwvwZPkztsbixpEsN1Cz4tWmtjfdWq.1View meeting insights with Zoom AI Companionhttps://us02web.zoom.us/launch/edl?muid=6758ce7d-78e3-4d83-84fb-087562c92b38&from=chextMeeting ID: 822 6471 8273Passcode: 253648---One tap mobile+13126266799,,82264718273#,,,,*253648# US (Chicago)+13092053325,,82264718273#,,,,*253648# USJoin instructionshttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/82264718273/invitations?signature=JmRUhg1B9qAu8rP6PKTRE18FXR5iv8FgjcjoCJX1BNc────────── |
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Outside Organization: One Earth Film Festival (Park Ridge Go Green)Date: Friday, April 24, 2026Time: 6:00 pm (Doors Open)–8:00 pmLocation: Park Ridge Community Church, 100 Courtland Ave, Park Ridge (entrance and free parking on Butler Place)Tickets: Free — order at GoGreenParkRidge.org; suggested $10 donationJoin us for an inspiring evening of short environmental films as part of the One Earth Film Festival! The program features Chasing... |
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Social, Learning, and Worship: Visit to the Bahá'í House of WorshipDate: Sunday, April 26Time: Depart First UMC by 10:50 amLocation: Bahá'í House of Worship, 100 Linden Ave, Wilmette, ILCost: FreeRSVP & Questions: Email Rochita Plonka by Saturday, April 25 — rplonka@parkridgeumc.orgJoin us for a group visit to the Bahá'í House of Worship in Wilmette —... |
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