First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge

Marketing Team Meeting?
2026-01-08 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85080603820?pwd=[REDACTED]
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Jazzercise
2026-01-08 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-01-06 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-01-01 17:30 - 19:30 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

UWF Board Meeting
2026-01-08 10:30 - 11:30 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Finance Committee meeting
2026-01-07 19:00 - 20:30 | First UMC-1-Library (20)
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January Good Reads Book Discussion
2026-01-07 19:00 - 20:30 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
Worship and Learning: January Good Reads Book DiscussionDate: Wednesday, January 7Time: 7:00–8:30 pmLocation: ParlorContact with Questions: Katy Hansen (khansen240@gmail.com)Good Reads book discussion will meet in person in the parlor to discuss The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak. “A poignant novel of love, grief, and generational trauma…a worthy read for out times, when so many conflicts have driven people to flee, carrying with them the horrors of war and the grief of leaving their homelands and loved ones behind.” ~ Foreign Policy

Roji Health Intelligence LLC
2026-01-07 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-31 09:00 - 15:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Peace Vigil
2026-01-06 19:00 - 19:45 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
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.

Families Anonymous
2026-01-05 19:30 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

? Finance Committee meeting
2026-01-05 19:00 - 20:30 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Welcoming Meeting
2026-01-05 18:45 - 20:15

Welcome Team Meeting
2026-01-05 18:45 - 20:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88911975313?pwd=[REDACTED]
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Prayer Shawl
2026-01-05 13:00 - 15:00

Staff Meeting
2026-01-05 11:00 - 11:45 | Amy’s Office

Sunday Night Suppers
2026-01-04 15:00 - 18:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Taking Down Christmas Decorations
2026-01-04 10:30 - 12:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60), First UMC-1-Parlor (60), First UMC-1-Sanctuary (160)

Children's Sunday School
2026-01-04 09:30 - 10:30

Worship Service
2026-01-04 09:30 - 10:30 | First UMC-1-Sanctuary (160)

8AM Adult Sunday School
2026-01-04 08:00 - 09:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

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

Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship
2025-12-24 16:30 - 18:00 | First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge, 418 West Touhy Aveneue, Park Ridge, IL, 60068, United States
Joy to the world! Celebrate the holy birth of Jesus with us in a music-filled family-friendly candlelight service. All are welcome!
Parking is available in our church lot at 410 Grant Place, just north of the church. Access from Prospect Avenue.
We are a Christian community spreading God’s love and welcoming all, offering spiritual growth and opportunities for compassionate service.
At First UMC Park Ridge, “Welcoming All” means that we see all persons as created in the image of God and bearing sacred worth and dignity. We invite all persons to participate fully in the life of our church regardless of their age, race, ethnic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental condition, marital status, family situation, economic standing, or citizenship status.

Christmas Pageant
2025-12-21 09:30 - 22:30 | First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge, 418 West Touhy Aveneue, Park Ridge, IL, 60068, United States
A very special Advent worship, as we gather for our annual Christmas pageant! All ages, all singing, all in celebration!

AdventFest 2025
2025-12-13 15:00 - 17:30 | First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge, 418 West Touhy Aveneue, Park Ridge, IL, 60068, United States
Come for the gliitter glue, stay for the pasta! Join us for a festive celebration packed with holiday crafts, music, and a delicious spaghetti dinner. Bring your family and friends….all are welcome!
Date: Saturday, December 13
Time: 3:00–6:15 pm
Location: Jorgeson Hall
Cost: Free-will offering for dinner
Contact with Questions: Rochita Plonka (rplonka@parkridgeumc.org)

UWFaith Christmas Tea
2025-12-11 12:30 - 14:30 | First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge, 418 West Touhy Aveneue, Park Ridge, IL, 60068, United States
Please come and enjoy a holiday tea with United Women in Faith. Linda Thomas, our local harpist, will provide holiday-themed entertainment.
Date: Thursday, December 11
Time: 12:30–2:30 pm
Location: Parlor
Cost: $10 donation per person
Contact with Questions: Andrea Thomas (andrea8141@comcast.net)

Adult Video Discussion: The Miracle of the Incarnation
2025-12-10 19:00 - 20:00 | First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge, 418 West Touhy Aveneue, Park Ridge, IL, 60068, United States
Join us this Advent for a thought-provoking exploration of “Incarnation: Divinely Human” from the “Living the Questions” video series. This session challenges us to see the mystery of God’s presence not as a distant doctrine, but as a living reality within each of us. Drawing on leading biblical scholars and theologians, this conversation invites us to consider that the incarnation is not just about Jesus alone, but about discovering the divine mystery dwelling within all of us. Come ready for meaningful dialogue that takes scripture and tradition seriously while opening space for fresh insights during this sacred season of preparation. No prep needed!
Date: Wednesday, December 10
Time: 7:00–8:30 pm
Location: Parlor
Contact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)

UWFaith Annual Cookie Walk & Bake Sale
2025-12-06 09:00 - 12:00 | First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge, 418 West Touhy Aveneue, Park Ridge, IL, 60068, United States
Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Location: Jorgeson Hall
Contact with Questions: Andrea Thomas (andrea8141@comcast.net)
Mark your calendars for the United Women in Faith Holiday Cookie Sale on Saturday, December 6. Come in person to purchase delicious home-baked holiday cookies or use the pre-order form in the Sunday bulletins throughout November. Proceeds from the sale benefit women, youth and children both locally and globally through UWF programs. Parking in our lot at 410 Grant Place. Access from Prospect Avenue.

Peace Vigil
2025-12-02 19:00 - 20:00 | First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge, 418 West Touhy Aveneue, Park Ridge, IL, 60068, United States
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. All are welcome.

Kids Above All Holiday Gift Drive
2025-11-30 09:00 - 2025-12-28 12:00 | First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge, 418 West Touhy Aveneue, Park Ridge, IL, 60068, United States
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 by Kids Above All. Check out the SignUpGenius list to choose one or more of the 50 names that we have received from Kids Above All.
