I’ve had a strange desire lately… I’ve been engaging in Facebook fights. I’m not sure what it is inside of me that makes me want to go out of my own way to argue with some friend of a friend (or if we’re all real with each other here, an acquaintance of someone...
I’m sad today. I hadn’t planned on writing a new devotional for today, but I did. I had already written my devotional all about the parable of the week, I had it done two weeks ahead of time, but there is too much happening in my head and heart right now,...
As Lent starts, I always feel like it’s a New Year’s Eve 2.0. For my whole life I’ve been in the church and growing up in the church means that each year, when Lent comes around, I inevitably try to come up with something that I should give up for 40 days (not...
I’m sad today. I hadn’t planned on writing a new devotional for today, but I did. I had already written my devotional all about the parable of the week, I had it done two weeks ahead of time, but there is too much happening in my head and heart right now,...
If I’m totally honest with you all, the whole reason I did this advent song idea, is to share with you one of my favorite songs of the holiday season. Now I LOVE many of Stevie Wonder Christmas...
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.
Time
Saturday, February 22, 2025 12:00 am 12:00am(GMT-06:00)
Mark your calendars for the Annual Meeting of the Congregation immediately following the February 23 10:30 am worship service. Please plan to attend in person, as we need
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Mark your calendars for the Annual Meeting of the Congregation immediately following the February 23 10:30 am worship service. Please plan to attend in person, as we need a quorum of the congregation to conduct business.
Time
Sunday, February 23, 2025 11:30 am 11:30am(GMT-06:00)
Location
First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights - The Sanctuary
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].
Time
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.
Time
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 6:00 pm 6:00pm(GMT-06:00)