Community Art Gallery
Emmanuel, God with Us - Calligraphy by Timothy Botts
Through January 31
Artist Reception & Mural Unveiling
Sunday, December 9 9:45 - 10:45 a.m.
Timothy Botts began his study of calligraphy at Carnegie-Mellon University where he holds a BFA
in graphic design. He was greatly influenced by Japanese brush writing and related arts while
teaching conversational English in Tokyo for three years. For 40 years he designed books at
Tyndale House Publishers. He has 10 books of his own work published including Doorposts, Messiah, Botts Illustrated Bible,
Portraits of the Word , and Bound for Glory.
Christmas Sharing
December 7 & 8
Volunteer sign up forms and food boxes are in the Rotunda, or in the church office. Most needed items are children's clothes, toys, and all
sizes of warm winter coats and outwear.
No electronics please. Donated items can be brought to the church December 4-6.
To see the Christmas Sharing list and information click
here.
Northern Illinois Mobile Food Bank
Saturday, December 15, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Village Brooks Apartments, 278 E St. Charles St., Carol Stream
A great family volunteer opportunity for the holidays; a way to serve in the community with First Pres.
Volunteer sign-up sheets are at the information desk in the Rotunda.
Explore God Series
Beginning in January, join us for a 7-week series where we will explore the big questions of
life and faith along with nearly 1,000 churches around Chicago. Questions will include: Does life
have purpose? Why does God allow pain and suffering? Is the Bible reliable? Explore God will include
a sermon series and adult education discussion groups. It will be a great opportunity to invite others
to explore God. Learn more
here.
First Light Men's Group
Saturdays at 7:00 a.m. in Stewart Hall
November 24 - December 22 is our gospel Christmas study -
Awaiting the Already .
Please join us.
WF High School Mission Trip to Guatemala 2019
Three opportunities available to support the youth mission trip.
Click
here for more information!
Israel 2020: A Spiritual Journey to the Holy Land
Pastor Kellen and Sarah Smith will lead a pilgrimage to Israel and Palestine for First Pres
members and friends March 20-30, 2020. Join Pastor Kellen at an informational meeting on Sunday,
January 6 at 9:45 a.m. for an opportunity to learn more about a spiritual journey to the Holy Land
for First Pres members and friends March 20-30, 2020.
Email to sign up for trip updates.
Jesus is Calling You to Tea at K'Tizo
Jesus Calling at K’Tizo meets on the 4th Thursday of the month. Join us for a deep breath of peace and calm with a Jesus Calling
devotion at K'Tizo Tea & Coffee Shop,
1915 North Gary Ave. Questions? Call Angela Stephenson at 630-200-2533.
