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We value relationships at First
Presbyterian. To help people share their lives and their faith with
other Christians we offer a variety of small group and fellowship
activities. These range from small groups with a trained facilitator to
larger fellowship groups. Here are a few of the possibilities. While
some of our small groups are at capacity, we always welcome the
formation of new groups. If you have an interest in starting or joining
a new group, please contact the church office.
ChristCare Small Groups
- These groups have a trained facilitator. The groups meet for
community building, biblical equipping, worship and prayer, and
missional service.
The Sharing and Caring ChristCare Group
- This women's group meets on the 1st, 2nd and 4th Monday nights at
7:15 p.m. at the church. Their purpose is to love, honor, obey and
serve our Lord through studying a wide variety of material that helps
them to apply their faith to everyday life. Their mission projects have
included PADS and keeping the communion silver polished. The group that
studies together has fun together as well! Women can join them for just
one study series. Contacts: Cindy Anderle (630-653-6868) and Bev
Luzadder (630-582-8315).
The Just Us and Grace small group
- This group meets every other Sun. evening from 7 to 9 p.m. for sharing, prayer, and study aimed at spiritual growth. Led by Laurie and Robert Harrington. Contact: Laurie Harrington.
Herndon's ChristCare Group - This
group of couples and singles meets for Bible study on the 2nd and 4th
Mondays of each month at 1:00 p.m. in members' homes. (This group is at
capacity.) Contact: John Herndon (630-653-1338) or email johnherndon@comcast.net.
Rosamary Bradford's ChristCare Group - This women's group meets in the Dining Room on Wednesday evenings at 7:15 p.m. (taking off one Wednesday each month). They choose a book to read and discuss. They look forward to hearing from all who would like to join them. Contact Rosamary Bradford (630-653-6343). Rich Potter's ChristCare Group - This
men's group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
in the church library. Fellowship and lessons based on Bible passages are the main items
on the agenda. (This group is at capacity.) Contact: Rich Potter.
Holy Scrap-ers Scrapbooking Club This group is currently meeting once a month in Stewart Hall on Friday evenings. Check the church newsletter or call for specific dates. Come work on albums and enjoy the company of other scrapbookers here at our church. Please bring your own supplies and a snack to share. For questions or to RSVP please contact Lisa Blake at (630-871-0667) or email purplechurchlady@ameritech.net. Hope to see you there!
The Pathfinders focus on fellowship
and hospitality through the love of running, biking and other forms of
exercise. They meet every other week on Thursdays at 6 p.m. (typically
from April to October) and generally run at a "talking pace" about 3-5
miles. Pictures from this group's participation in the 2000 Cream of Wheaton "Run for the Animals"
are online. Contact: Anthony Lechiara (630-462-0536) or email anth.lechiara@comcast.net .
Mike McKee's ChristCare Group -
This men's group meets every other Sunday evening from 7 - 9 pm at the
church. They study various books, including books of the Bible.
Their mission project as a group is to provide occasional coverage for
PADS, usually an overnight shift. (This group is at capacity.) Contact:
Mike McKee (630-510-0716).
Saturday Night Special - This
couples group meets for fellowship, sharing meals together and
studying God's Word. They meet (all year long) every 1st and
3rd Saturday of the month at 5:30 p.m. in members' homes. Contact:
Glauber and Henrieta Ribeiro (630-221-1994).
A Family ChristCare
Group: This group
of families meets once or twice a month at member's homes. The
focus is on fellowship and spiritual support. The families share
a meal and the adults complete Bible Study and share joys and
concerns while the children spend time together socially. In
addition, members pray for one another on a regular basis. Members
share the responsibilities of facilitating the discussions. (Group
is at capacity.) Contact: Matt or Beth Stremel (630-690-4198)
or email mstremel@aol.com.
Jean Goris'
Yoga Group - This group meets every Tuesday afternoon for
Devotions and Yoga. (This group is at capacity.) Contact is
Jean Goris.
M & M's
- "Mature and Mobile", this couple's group consists of members
who leave Wheaton for the winter for warmer climates. They meet
in members' homes from May to December for dessert, Bible Study,
discussion and fellowship. Contacts: Jane and Tom Tewksbury.
Prayer
Shawl Ministry - The members of Joy Circle have formed a
ministry group for those interested in knitting or crocheting shawls.
The group will meet on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in
Room LL107. The shawls are made of prayer and yarn and knit with
a knit 3, purl 3 pattern which represents the trinity. This
ministry offers the opportunity for fellowship as well as providing a
physical reminder of God's love and care to those who receive
them. Teachers are available for those who want to learn to
knit. Please contact Jo Albert (630-681-8175) or Dianne Lambert
(630-668-3269) for more information.
Schultz Small Group - Couples and
singles, mostly from recent new member classes, meet in members' homes
for dessert, fellowship and Bible Study. They meet when all are
available. Contact: Charlotte and Bob Schultz.
Small Groups/Fellowship Groups - These
are groups of people who meet for fellowship.
Coffee House
College Fellowship (CHCF) - CHCF is a new ministry
program designed for the 18 - 25 year old group that was begun
during the summer of 2007 where graduating high school seniors
and all college-age folks are welcome. This is not limited to
First Pres; friends are invited too! CHCF did not end when
school started. We
are staying connected with those who have left our church community
to pursue their academics. We are still looking for prayer
partners for our college-age students. There are still
a number of students whom we have not been able to pair up with
a partner. If you are interested in being a prayer partner
and would like some additional information, please contact Sue
Massaro at smassaro@sbcglobal.net. A
Thanksgiving brunch is being planned for Saturday, November 24,
2007; and other events discussed to reconnect
over holiday breaks are Wear your Ugliest Holiday Sweater Christmas
Party, Open Mic night, After Christmas grab bag, and of course,
Coffee and Worship.
It is also an exciting time of year for CHCF as we welcome new
students into our community through the local colleges. The
CHCF leadership team is busy investigating how to reach out to
the local college students and offer them spiritual fellowship. We
are currently working on communications to the schools, events
to connect with the students, and postings on our facebook page.
Men's Luncheon - On the 3rd Tuesday
of the
month (September through May), First Pres men and their guests are
invited to the Men's Luncheon, which is held at Windsor Park in Carol
Stream. Speakers talk about topics of interest to the group.
Reservations can be made by calling the church office by the Friday
before the event. Cost is $10.00. Contact: Dick Mitchell (630-668-4707).
Mom's Group - This is an informal
gathering of babies through 5 year olds and their "adults" (moms,
dads, grandparents, and caregivers). We meet the 1st and 3rd
Friday each month in the 2 year old nursery from 10-11:30 a.m.
Contact: Henrieta Ribiero (630-221-1994) or email henrieta@comcast.net.
Too Early and Short Stack Society (TESS)
- These two men's groups meet every Friday morning for fellowship over
breakfast at the Seven Dwarfs Restaurant at 917 East Roosevelt. The
first group, led by Harold Crittenden, meets at 6:00 a.m. The second
group, founded by Al Webster, meets at 7:15 a.m. All First Presbyterian
Church men are warmly invited to attend. For more info, click here. Contacts: Harold Crittenden
(630-668-7754) and Dick Mitchell (630-668-4707).
Singles Adult Fellowship (SAF)
- Single men and
women are invited to participate in the events planned for the single
adults at First Pres. The group has sat together at
church events, attended a concert, had a Bingo night, game night,
Memorial Day picnic, and gone to the Field Museum. There is
something for everyone! Participants have enjoyed mission,
food and fellowship with old and new friends. This group has
a wide variety of events and the dates are varied. Watch the bulletin
for announcements about upcoming events. If you have questions or an
event idea, please contact Sue Hervey or Karen Parkinson.
If your ChristCare or small group isn't
represented or the information needs updating, please contact Bob Kusiolek.
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