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May 05

May is Missions Month @ First Pres Glen Ellyn

By Cathy Colten General News, Missions

Missions Month is all about taking action—sharing the faith of Jesus Christ by going out into the world. At First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn, you have the opportunity to support missions both near and far through prayer, service, and financial giving. Right now, our church partners with 18 Christ-centered missions,...

May 04

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Help Plant the YMEN Garden | June 1, 2025

By Cathy Colten General News, Missions

Join First Pres and the YMEN community in North Lawndale for a collaborative effort: planting vegetables in their community garden. This garden offers fresh produce to those in the North Lawndale Community. Situated at Cermak Road and Avers in Chicago, transportation via bus from First Pres will be arranged for...

May 01

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Montana Mission Trip 2025

By Cathy Colten Adults, Missions

Join us this summer as we travel to the Fort Peck Indian Reservation in Northeast Montana for our annual Mission trip, July 13-19, 2025. This intergenerational trip is one that First Pres Glen Ellyn has been leading for many years. We would invite you to join us, participating in the...

Dec 03

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Outreach Christmas Store 2024

By Cathy Colten Family, General News, Missions

It's starting to feel a lot like Christmas and the Outreach Christmas Store is back! The Christmas Store is a special one-day event for families living near Outreach Carol Stream. Qualifying families can affordably shop for Christmas gifts for their children—at a savings of 75% off retail price. Proceeds from...

Nov 07

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Needlework Circle Sale | November 17, 2024

By Cathy Colten Adults, General News, Missions

Mark your calendars the annual Needlework Sale on Sunday, November 17th, 8:30 - Noon in the Lower Gallery. We'll have the usual sewn, quilted, knitted and crocheted items, including hats which you can purchase for $5 to be donated to Outreach Community Center. Start your Christmas shopping or treat yourself...

Oct 23

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Feed My Starving Children Service Opportunity

By Cathy Colten Adults, Events, Missions

During our time at Feed My Starving Children we’ll be packing food for kids in developing countries. This is an easy way to serve for anyone more than 5 years old. You are responsible for getting to the Feed My Starving Children site in Aurora. Grown-ups must stay and serve...

Oct 15

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Glen House Food Pantry Collection

By Cathy Colten Adults, Events, Missions

Join First Pres and donate: peanut butter, white rice, tuna, ketchup, mayo, soup & ramen, crackers, bagged flavored rice, pasta, tissues, and canned sloppy joes to the Glen House Food Pantry. There will be boxes placed by the preschool and south entrances where you can place your donations. Thank you...

Sep 10

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First Pres Bike Drive | Partnership @ YMEN & Working Bikes

By Cathy Colten General News, Missions, Student Ministries

Saturday, September 14 | 10am-3pm Join First Pres in partnership with YMEN and WorkingBikes.org to collect donations of adult bikes in repairable condition, gently used kids’ bikes, bike parts and accessories. Bikes are refurbished and distributed to those in need as a reliable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly mode of transportation. Drive through the...

Aug 25

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Outreach Volunteer Tutoring

By Cathy Colten General News, Missions

You can make a difference: Become an Outreach tutor! Are you passionate about helping young students succeed? Join us as a volunteer tutor in the elementary program at Outreach Carol Stream! We're seeking dedicated individuals to provide academic support and enrichment to students in grades 1-5. As a tutor, you'll...

Jul 29

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Refugee Mission Ministry Volunteers & Donations Needed

By Cathy Colten General News, Missions

Did you know that 16 volunteers from First Pres Glen Ellyn welcomed 7 families and individuals to DuPage County last year? YOU can be a part of this gratifying effort by helping a new refugee individual or family as they resettle in our community as a New Neighbor. OR donate…

Missions

May is Missions Month @ First Pres Glen Ellyn

Help Plant the YMEN Garden | June 1, 2025

Montana Mission Trip 2025

Outreach Christmas Store 2024

Needlework Circle Sale | November 17, 2024

Feed My Starving Children Service Opportunity

Glen House Food Pantry Collection

First Pres Bike Drive | Partnership @ YMEN & Working Bikes

Outreach Volunteer Tutoring

Refugee Mission Ministry Volunteers & Donations Needed

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