First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge

International Health Partners
2026-03-26 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)
UWFaith: International Health Partners (IHP) Presentation and DinnerDate: Thursday, March 26Time: 6:00 pm–9:00 pmLocation: Jorgeson HallCost: Free-will offeringContact with Questions: Dorothy Silver (dsilver234@aol.com)International Health Partners’ Paula Lofstrom will update us on the Chihoni Medical Center being built in Tanzania. Invite your friends to learn about this vital mission of healing and hope!

Implementation Team Meeting
2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:30 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

"Luke" Book Discussion
2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:15, 2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:15 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83137174039?pwd=[REDACTED]
Session led by Leah Augustyniak.
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Center of Concern Board Meeting
2026-03-25 18:45 - 20:45 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Susanna Circle
2026-03-24 19:00 - 21:00

Jazzercise
2026-03-24 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-03-19 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-03-17 17:30 - 19:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Families Anonymous
2026-03-23 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-16 19:30 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Canasta Club
2026-03-23 12:00 - 15:30 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

German Club
2026-03-23 11:00 - 13:00 | First UMC-1-Room 101 (20)

Staff Meeting
2026-03-23 11:00 - 11:45 | Amy’s Office

Sunday Night Suppers
2026-03-22 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-15 15:00 - 18:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Lenten Book Study (session 4 of 4)
2026-03-22 10:50 - 12:00 | 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.

Children's Sunday School
2026-03-22 09:30 - 10:30

Worship Service
2026-03-22 09:30 - 10:30 | First UMC-1-Sanctuary (160)

8AM Adult Sunday School
2026-03-22 08:00 - 09:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Concert: Jesus Christ Superstar Live Concert
2026-03-20 19:00 - 21:30 | Bethany United Church of Christ, 4250 N Paulina St, Chicago, IL, United States
Concert: Jesus Christ Superstar Live ConcertDate: Thursday, March 20Time: 7:00pm (Doors) – ~9:30pm (estimated)Location: Bethany United Church of Christ, 4250 N Paulina St, Chicago, IL 60613Cost: Free (BYOB welcome; soft drinks provided)Contact with Questions: John Schuman | musicparkridge@gmail.com | (224) 374-9597

Al-Anon
2026-03-19 19:30 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Room 101 (20)

SPRC Meeting
2026-03-19 09:30 - 11:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Third Wednesday Dinners
2026-03-18 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.

Bunny Hop Event
2026-03-18 11:00 - 14:00

Ad Council Meeting
2026-03-17 19:00 - 20:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Trustees Meeting
2026-03-16 19:00 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Prayer Shawl
2026-03-16 13:00 - 15:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Lenten Book Study (session 3 of 4)
2026-03-15 10:50 - 12:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Summer Mission Trip Meeting
2026-03-15 10:45 - 11:00 | Sunday School Room
