News & Events

Sep 7th, 2011 by Beth Cipriano

News & Events

There’s always something going on at First Presbyterian of Glen Ellyn! Check our weekly publication, News and Events, to learn more about the ways you can join in the worship, mission, education, and fellowship of the church. View the calendar to know what is happening and when. Check news articles to find out what is new and coming up at First Pres.


Reverend Chris Griggs -Our New Senior Pastor

Candidate Sunday First Pres Church Glen Ellyn by Erik Peterson.

Pastor Chris Griggs preaches at Candidate Sunday First Pres Church Glen Ellyn on January 8, 2012. The congregation overwhelmingly voted to accept his call to become Senior Pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn.

What’s next?

• February 26: Dave Bianchin preaches his last sermon. More information regarding events for that Sunday and a celebration of appreciation will be forthcoming.

• March 4: Chris Griggs preaches his first sermon with us at the 9:00 and 11:00 services.

In the meantime…

• Please continue to check your weekly email newsletter for links to video greetings from Chris between now and March 4.

• Please keep the Griggs family in your prayers as they begin this time of transition — saying good-byes to family, friends and colleagues in Sammamish as well as preparing to relocate.

• If you have a car that Chris can borrow starting in March, please contact the church office 630-469-2007. His family, household and vehicles will arrive after March, so he will need a car on a temporary basis.

If you’d like to watch the video of Chris’ sermon on Candidate Sunday, or take another look at our 3 part series introducing Chris, click here.

Adult Education Classes

January 15 through February 19, 10:15 to 11:00am

1) “Spiritual Formation in a Culture of Distraction” – Bob Fryling

2) “The Apostles’ Creed: The Christian Faith in a Nutshell” – Jennifer and David McNutt

Tidings

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Calendar

Upcoming Events

Farewell Reception for Mickie O’Donnell
Sunday, January 29, 10am
Gathering Place
Annual Congregational Meeting
January 29, 2012
Day Apart 2012
Women are invited to First Pres for an inspiring Day Apart featuring renowned speaker Sandy Alcorn.
“She Lives Her Life as a Gift” will be the theme of the retreat day on Saturday, Feb 11 from 9:00am – 2:30pm.
Senior High Timber-Lee Retreat
February 17-19, 2012
The Enneagram: A Tool for Transformation
Saturday, March 17, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Sponsored by Christos Center for Spiritual Formation (www.christoscenter.org)
Held at First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn

Worship Schedule

Sunday, Main Sanctuary:

9:00am Contemporary Worship
Led by our worship band and vocalists, this service is celebratory, energetic, and encourages the congregation to make a joyful noise to our great God. Our desire is to provide a worship setting for you to encounter the unchanging truths and person of Christ in the midst of contemporary culture.

11:15am Traditional Worship
Our traditional service exalts our Lord incorporating the great legacies of our musical heritage: sanctuary choir, handbells, orchestra, pipe organ, and the corporate singing of the great hymns of the faith. This bold and majestic worship expression continues to be a hallmark of our music ministry.

Office Hours

Monday – Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Our Location

550 N. Main Street
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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