Then Pharaoh sent for Joseph, and he was hurriedly brought out of the dungeon. When he had shaved himself and changed his clothes, he came in before Pharaoh. And Pharaoh said to Joseph, “I have had a dream, and there is no one who can interpret it. I have...
Above is a reading of Pablo Neruda’s poem Keeping Quiet. Please click on the poem and read along with Sylvia Boorstein. Keeping Quiet by Pablo Neruda Now we will count to twelveand we will all keep stillfor once on the face of the earth,let’s not speak in any...
Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up the mountain by himself to pray. – Matthew 14:22-23 (NRSV) When I...
“Jacob was left alone; and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. When the man saw that he did not prevail against Jacob, he struck him on the hip socket; and Jacob’s hip was put out of joint as he wrestled with him. Then he said, “Let me go, for the day...
“My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.” So, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me. – 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NRSV) I hope that you had a...
The Middle School Retreat for students in grades 5-8 will take place from Friday, February 28 through Sunday, March 2, at the Daycholah Center in
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The Middle School Retreat for students in grades 5-8 will take place from Friday, February 28 through Sunday, March 2, at the Daycholah Center in Ripon, Wisconsin. We’re so excited for a weekend of fellowship, games, time outdoors and fun! The all-inclusive cost of the retreat which includes lodging, meals and transportation is $240. Scholarships are available as we do not want cost to prevent any person from joining us on this trip. For registration and additional details, please contact Rev. Rebekah Anderson.
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Saturday, February 22, 2025 12:00 am 12:00am(GMT-06:00)
First Pres is one of many partner churches who work with Journeys | The Road Home, a non-profit that advocates for those experiencing homelessness in
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First Pres is one of many partner churches who work with Journeys | The Road Home, a non-profit that advocates for those experiencing homelessness in the Northwest suburbs. The PADS program provides hospitality, food, and emergency shelter from October 1 through April 30 of each year.
The First Pres PADS site is staffed by volunteers every Tuesday night October through April. Volunteers prepare and offer dinner, breakfast, and a sack lunch, all in a welcoming, supportive, safe environment. Monetary and food donations are needed each week as well as volunteers to staff each of the three shifts (6:00 pm -11:00 pm; 11:00 pm-3:00 am; 3:00 am -7:00 am). A dedicated team of volunteers also assists with Wednesday morning clean-up. For more information contact [email protected].
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Tuesday, February 25, 2025 12:00 am (All Day)(GMT-06:00)
Every Wednesday, Family Night begins with dinner, served buffet style, from 6:00-7:00 pm in Fellowship Hall. Dinner offers an excellent chance to connect with old
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Every Wednesday, Family Night begins with dinner, served buffet style, from 6:00-7:00 pm in Fellowship Hall. Dinner offers an excellent chance to connect with old friends and make new ones, all while enjoying great company and delicious food. After dinner, we offer programming for the whole family from 7:00-8:00 pm.
Children’s Choir (Grades K-5) rehearses from 6:30 – 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary.
Adults are encouraged to attend the adult education offering of the evening. Adult ed offerings range from book discussions to current event discussions to storytelling and beyond.
Middle schoolers (6th-8th grade) meet for youth group.
K-5th graders participate in Kids Connect.
High schoolers (9th-12th grade) are invited to volunteer with Kids Connect or attend the adult ed offerings.
Nursery care offered, if needed, based on attendance.
We hope you will give Family Night a try this year! Please contact Rev. Rebekah Anderson if you have any questions or anticipate needing nursery care.
Sunday, March 2, 11:45am
We warmly invite you to our next New Members Class on Sunday, March 2 at 11:45 AM in the Boardroom. This
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Sunday, March 2, 11:45am
We warmly invite you to our next New Members Class on Sunday, March 2 at 11:45 AM in the Boardroom. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about our church, connect with others, and explore what it means to be a part of our community. Whether you’re new to the area or have been attending for a while, we’d love to have you join us. For more details or to sign up, please fill out the form below or reach out to Rev. Laura Sherwood. We look forward to welcoming you!
Lent begins on Wednesday, March 5, and we will mark the start of the season with a simple dinner at 6:00 pm in Fellowship Hall followed by
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Lent begins on Wednesday, March 5, and we will mark the start of the season with a simple dinner at 6:00 pm in Fellowship Hall followed by youth-led worship with Communion at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. We hope to see you there.
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Wednesday, March 5, 2025 6:00 pm 6:00pm(GMT-06:00)