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-Pack and Unpack is back! Click here for more info and zoom link >

-Pilgrimage to England - Learn More >

-Order Christmas Greenery from United Women In Faith >

-Used Library Book Sale Oct 24 and Oct 25 >

-Parkinson’s Basic Workshop Nov. 4 - Learn More >

-Putnam Elementary Volunteer Opportunities >

-Faith Family Hospitality - Sign Up for hosting shifts >

-Trunk or Treat! Sign up to host a trunk here >

-Chili-Cook Off! Sign up for the cook off or to be [Youth] volunteer >

-Growing with Grit and Grace Signups for K-5 here>

Find more happenings below.

Missy Taylor 10/2/26 Missy Taylor 10/2/26

School-to-Prison Pipeline is Topic for UWFaith Meeting

Join us for the next UWFaith unit meeting on Thursday, October 8 with lunch followed by a presentation from Linda Whitlock.

Missy Taylor 10/1/26 Missy Taylor 10/1/26

Win Schendel survived the Hitler Jugend in WWII

Win Schendel (1931-2024) was a First Church member for 30 years. Many know his story of growing up in Nazi Germany. View his last civic presentation from January 2019 on Tues 10/20.

Missy Taylor 9/30/26 Missy Taylor 9/30/26

National Day of Remembrance for Indian Boarding Schools

September 30 is the National Day of Remembrance for Indian Boarding Schools. We are called not only to remember, but to listen, learn and participate in the ongoing work of healing!

Missy Taylor 9/29/26 Missy Taylor 9/29/26

Wesleyan Pilgrimage to England

Journey With Us on this Wesleyan Pilgrimage June 12–18, 2027! Together, we will explore some of the places that shaped John and Charles Wesley and the early Methodist movement. Read more for details and join us for an informational meeting on October 11.

Missy Taylor 9/23/26 Missy Taylor 9/23/26

Days for Girls

Turning Periods into Pathways: DfG uplifts women and girls by improving access to menstrual health supplies and education. Learn more about what this team does and how you can help.

Missy Taylor 9/22/26 Missy Taylor 9/22/26

Celebration of Pets

Join us Oct. 4 at Eastside Park for free ice cream, carriage rides, and pet blessings. This year we will also collect donations for kids closet.

Missy Taylor 9/19/26 Missy Taylor 9/19/26

Guest Speaker Coming to First Church

Mark your calendars for 10/11/26 to learn about Missing and Murdered Indigenous People with prosecuting attorney, Susan Shangroiux.

Missy Taylor 9/18/26 Missy Taylor 9/18/26

Garden Team

Save the date! The Garden will meet on 10/17 (previously scheduled for 10/24) to help beautify the church grounds. Help of all ages appreciated.

Missy Taylor 9/16/26 Missy Taylor 9/16/26

Third Grade Bible Sunday

October 11 is Bible Sunday where all third graders receive a Bible. If you have a third grader, please click the “Read More” link and RSVP.

Missy Taylor 9/15/26 Missy Taylor 9/15/26

Undie Sunday

Help support the Kids’ Closet Sunday, Oct. 11 by bringing new underwear, socks, disposable diapers and wipes to help our community children

Missy Taylor 9/10/26 Missy Taylor 9/10/26

Habitat ReSTORE Still Needs YOU!

Don’t miss your chance! Donations accepted through October 31. Store open until December 31.

Missy Taylor 9/9/26 Missy Taylor 9/9/26

Help the Kenya Clean Water project

Help is needed to fully Implement the project by the end of 2026. See how you can help

Missy Taylor 9/8/26 Missy Taylor 9/8/26

Parenting Group

Looking for a supportive group to discuss all things parenting? Join us September 13.

Missy Taylor 9/8/26 Missy Taylor 9/8/26

Sunday School Teacher Training

Join us September 20 so you can be prepared to help with the children of First Church.

Missy Taylor 9/6/26 Missy Taylor 9/6/26

Circle Gathering for all Ministry Leaders

If you help lead a ministry in our congregation, please RSVP for the circle gathering on September 27.