Posts by Patrick Maun

2019 Grace & Gratitude Stewardship Drive Begins

This year’s stewardship drive gives congregants the chance to join in and commit to growing in grace and gratitude with their faith community at the First United Methodist Church. Please consider how you will support the 2019 work of the church and help our ministries continue to make a positive impact in the world around…

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Homecoming Chair Shares Thanks, Record Numbers

Chair Rita Barksdale and the entire Homecoming Committee extend their congratulations and gratitude to everyone involved in last Sunday’s Homecoming 2018, which was a great success. “Homecoming is a new beginning and the Ministry Expo is an opportunity to engage to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world through serving,” explains…

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Homecoming 2018 a Succcess

The First United Methodist Church (FUMC) at The Chicago Temple celebrated Homecoming on Sunday, September 23. Dozens of congregants and guests learned about the variety of ministries at The Chicago Temple, signed up for projects and initiatives, and enjoyed summer-BBQ-themed refreshments.

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Artist Helen Dannelly on ‘Coming Alive’ and Contemplating Water Exhibit

Artist Helen Dannelly

The Second Floor Temple Gallery houses seven paintings and seven small sculptures by church member and award-winning artist Helen Dannelly. They are all part of a solo exhibition called “Contemplating Water”, co-sponsored by the Chicago Temple Art Committee and Environmental Justice Task Force. With titles like Underwater Blues, Sea Glow I and Spring Waters, the…

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Correction: Bible Study Begins September 24

Bible Study will being Monday, September 24 and take place from 12-1 p.m. in the third floor conference room. Books are available for $12 and attendees are welcome to bring their lunches. For more information, contact Cheri Magrini at magrinicheryl@gmail.com. (ed. note: The start date of Bible Study was incorrectly reported in the eCarillion and…

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Homecoming 2018 to Take Place September 23

First United Methodist Church (FUMC) at The Chicago Temple invites you, your family, friends, and guests to participate in Homecoming 2018. Join us in growing from the inside out to transform lives and to make a positive impact on Chicago and the world. At the Ministry Expo, you can learn about the variety of ministries at…

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Meiser Brings Passion for Preservation to Temple Gallery Exhibit

Margaret Meiser

Church Member Margaret Meiser’s first family vacation was to Hayward, Wisconsin. She remembers the toy shop in the center of the little town in northwestern Wisconsin and the “World’s Largest Muskie”—a 143-foot fiberglass tribute to the fishing town’s most famous game. Most of all, however, she remembers the” mystery and mystique” of the Native American…

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