First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge

Popcorn Theology Video Discussion
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:15 (America/Chicago) | First UMC-1-Library (20)
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 lots of popcorn!

Center of Concern Board Meeting
2026-04-22 18:45 - 20:45 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Jazzercise
2026-04-21 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-16 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-04-14 17:30 - 19:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Families Anonymous
2026-04-20 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-13 19:30 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Trustees Meeting
2026-04-20 19:00 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Prayer Shawl
2026-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Staff Meeting
2026-04-20 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-04-13 11:00 - 11:45 | Amy’s Office

Sunday Night Suppers
2026-04-19 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-12 15:00 - 18:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Youth Summer Mission Trip Brunch Fundraiser
2026-04-19 10:30 - 12:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
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 will also be available for individual and group portraits for an additional free will offering to the Youth Mission Trip.

Children's Sunday School
2026-04-19 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-04-12 09:30 - 10:30

Worship Service
2026-04-19 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-04-12 09:30 - 10:30 | First UMC-1-Sanctuary (160)

8AM Adult Sunday School
2026-04-19 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-04-12 08:00 - 09:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Indigenous Americans Sunday
2026-04-19 00:00 - 23:59

Al-Anon
2026-04-16 19:30 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Room 101 (20)

Exodus World Service - Celebration of Hope Dinner
2026-04-16 17:00 - 20:15
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 First UMC to its annual Celebration of Hope dinner. You’ll enjoy warm hospitality and encouraging updates in the company of fellow refugee champions. You’ll hear new stories of courage and resilience from refugees in our communities and learn about exciting ways our church can welcome refugees together. Registration is free, but required by Thursday, April 2. Please also email Pastor Scott to let him know you’ll be going!

DCOM
2026-04-16 08:30 - 14:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Third Wednesday Dinners
2026-04-15 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.

German Club - 101
2026-04-13 11:00 - 13:00 | First UMC-1-Room 101 (20)

German Club - 101
2026-04-13 11:00 - 13:00

PEO
2026-04-13 09:00 - 12:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

PEO
2026-04-13 09:00 - 12:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Confirmation Monthly Gathering
2026-04-12 17:00 - 19:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
