First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge

Singing at a Retirement Home and Social Lunch
2026-02-01 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
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 residents—including some of our own church family! It’s a wonderful way to brighten someone’s day while enjoying good company and a relaxed lunch together afterward.

Winter Camp Youth & Families Meeting
2026-02-01 10:40 - 10:55
Youth and families attending the Youth Winter Camp should attend this quick meeting to go over final instructions/ information.

Superbowl Snack Mix Fundraiser
2026-02-01 09:30 - 11:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)
Youth and parents will make the Super Bowl snack mix during church service and have orders ready for pick up in the parlor at 10:30 am

Children's Sunday School
2026-02-01 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-01-25 09:30 - 10:30

Worship Service
2026-02-01 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-01-25 09:30 - 10:30 | First UMC-1-Sanctuary (160)

8AM Adult Sunday School
2026-02-01 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-01-25 08:00 - 09:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Temple Beth El Synagogue Visit
2026-01-30 17:30 - 20:00 | Temple Beth-El, 3610 Dundee Rd, Northbrook, IL, United States
Learning: Temple Beth-El Synagogue VisitDate: Friday, January 23Time: 5:30 pm–8:00 pm (please arrive a little before 5:30 pm)Location: 3610 Dundee Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062Deadline to RSVP: Thursday, January 15 by EoDRegistration Link: RSVP Here (required)Cost: Free-will offering for cheese pizza dinner following Shabbat serviceContact with Questions: Pastor Scott (shimel@parkridgeumc.org)In connection with First UMC’s confirmation program, all members of our congregation are invited to attend our next House of Worship visit at Temple Beth-El of Northbrook. Our time begins with hospitality and a blessing before Shabbat offered by Senior Rabbi Sidney Helbraun from 5:30 to 6:00 pm just outside their sanctuary (please don’t skip this time as they’re buying food for our group). We, then, move into a Shabbat service, followed by a post-Shabbat small-group discussion with Rabbi Helbraun. There will be cheese pizza and a free-will offering is available. It’s required to RSVP by the stated deadline to participate in this event.

Al-Anon
2026-01-29 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-22 19:30 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Room 101 (20)

Discipleship Ministries Meeting
2026-01-29 19:00 - 20:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86584289524?pwd=[REDACTED]
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Jazzercise
2026-01-29 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-01-27 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-01-22 17:30 - 19:30 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Collection / Fundraiser: February “Show Your Love” Food Drive 💕
2026-01-29 00:00 - 2026-02-22 23:59
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 at the church by Sunday, February 22.
Most Needed Items:

Hearty Soup
Cereal
Canned Tuna
Canned Chicken
Diaper Wipes
Spaghetti Sauce
Canned Asparagus
Canned Chickpeas or Black Beans

Please note: We kindly ask that you do not donate corn or green beans at this time.Thank you for showing your love and generosity to our community!
~ FUMC Outreach Team

4th Wednesday Popcorn Theology Video Discussion
2026-01-28 19:00 - 20:15 | First UMC-1-Library (20)

Center of Concern Board Meeting
2026-01-28 18:45 - 20:45 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Families Anonymous
2026-01-26 19:30 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Canasta Club
2026-01-26 12:00 - 15:30 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

German Club
2026-01-26 11:00 - 13:00 | First UMC-1-Room 101 (20)

Staff Meeting
2026-01-26 11:00 - 11:45 | Amy’s Office

Sunday Night Suppers
2026-01-25 15:00 - 18:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Super Bowl Crunch for a Cause
2026-01-25 00:00 - 2026-02-01 23:59
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 1 at 1:00pm.Payment: An envelope will be available in the Parlor for cash and check donations; alternatively, you can send a Zelle payment to finance@parkridgeumc.org and write “Super Bowl Crunch” in the memo line.Order Pickup: Collect your order from the Parlor after church on Sunday, February 8Contact with Questions: Rochita Plonka (rplonka@parkridgeumc.org)Get game-day ready and support our Youth Mission Trip at the same time! Our youth will be selling a delicious snack mix—perfect for Super Bowl Sunday snacking. Every bag purchased helps send our youth on their summer mission trip to Duluth, Minnesota where they’ll serve others, grow in faith, and make a real impact.

Toastmasters
2026-01-22 19:00 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Parlor (60)

Ad Council meeting
2026-01-22 19:00 - 20:30 | First UMC-1-Library (20)
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DCOM
2026-01-22 08:30 - 14:00 | First UMC-1-Jorgeson Hall (60)

Third Wednesday Dinners
2026-01-21 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.

Trustees Meeting
2026-01-20 19:00 - 21:00 | First UMC-1-Library (20)
