First Pres events are a great way to celebrate, journey and serve for all ages. Take advantage of the many opportunities to participate in worship, education, mission, service and fun!

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Celebrate

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Invitation to Church Building Dedication from Pastor Ming

It is with great joy that we would like to celebrate with you God’s abundant grace in the dedication of our newly purchased church building at 533 W. Front Street, Wheaton. Thus, on behalf of Chicago Zomi Community Church, we would like to request the honor of your presence at the dedication service at 1:30 p.m. on April 29, 2018. Reception will immediately follow the dedication service. Our joy would be made complete if you would come and join us on that day.

Covering the Holy Land in 12 Days

May 6 at 9:45 a.m. in Stewart Hall
Come to the Koinonia Coffee to hear about Jon Wylie's February trip to the Holy Land. Get new insight into what’s happening now in the land where Jesus lived over 2,000 years ago.

FPC Book Club

Thursday, April 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the Living Room
The Sisterhood by Helen Bryan. Please contact Mary Kinsey or call 630-668-5147 x20

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Serve

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Calling for Hands, Feet and Hearts

Ronald McDonald House
Three opportunities to propare/provide meals for the families staying there while their children are receiving treatment.
Tuesday, May 8 for lunch meals (10 volunteers needed)
Thursday, June 21 for lunch meals (10 volunteers needed)
Thursday, July 19 for dinner meals (10 volunteers needed)

People's Resource Center
Needs volunteers on three Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. until Noon.  The dates are: April 28,  May 26, and June 23.  We will need 12 Volunteers each Saturday to help the clients do their shopping and load their car.

You can register for  these Mission Opportunities ONLINE. Signup sheets will also be at the information desk, or you can call the church office at 630-668-5147 or email the OFFICE.

Boy Scout Troop 23 Needs Your Help!

Troop 23 has been an important part of First Pres since 1955 and currently has over 80 active scouts. If you are interested in becoming a liaison, and making a difference in these young lives, please contact Ron Hands at (630) 670-6710. The time commitment is small but the impact is huge.

Food Pantry

This month there is a DESPERATE need at PRC for diapers in sizes 5 & 6. They would also appreciate cooking oil and tuna as well as toothpaste and women’s personal products. Interfaith needs diapers in sizes 4 & 5 as well as toothpaste, women’s personal products, toilet paper and VOLUNTEERS. So, if you have an hour or two to spare during the week, know that you are wanted and needed at Interfaith Food Pantry in Carol Stream.

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join us!

Worship:
9:30 a.m.
10:45 - 11:30 a.m. Education Hour
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Greater Glory

Discovering a New Perspective for Living

Sermon Series April 15 - May 6
A new viewpoint can change the way you see the world. In 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul provides a new Spirit-led perspective for followers of Jesus. When you grasp the greater glory about which Paul speaks, life can change for the better. During this four-week series, you’ll discover a way of seeing your life that brings freedom, transformation, and hope.