Our times call for perspective and a wisdom that discerns connections between past and present. A better and broader understanding of American history and world history will bring current conflicts into sharper focus, and can provide resources for our current considerations. In order to participate more thoughtfully in the current season, we need to “expand …
This Fall at First Pres… FAMILY + CHILDREN FAITH FORMATION FAMILY WORSHIP Family Faith Formation is launching “Family Worship,” an online, pre-recorded worship service. Families come in all shapes and sizes; even if you are a household of one, you are part of our family. This is for you too! This service, …
Dear First Pres. Family & Friends, I awoke this morning to a greening world, softly watered by rivulets of rain, its steady patter punctuated by the clear call of a chickadee. The familiar sound of the Metra pulling into Lake Forest told me it was 6:24 am. Spring is here, and “all is well with …
Caring for Each Other As new cases of Coronavirus continues to be diagnosed in Chicagoland, we want you to be aware of the steps we are taking to ensure our church and community continues to be as safe and healthy a place as possible. Actions we are taking around the church Regularly disinfecting all high-touch …
The Dakota Partnership 2020 Mission Trip Join Pastor Clint and Pastor Kristie on a mission to serve Native American children and their families with the Gospel in word and action. From June 20–26, our Pastors will join with other Presbyterians and friends across Chicagoland to journey to Sisseton, South Dakota, home of the Wahpeton Sioux …
How can we connect with neighbors and family across party lines? What shall we do to help heal a divided nation and mend a fractured Christian church in America? We could start by sitting our Red, Blue, and purple political selves in a room together for a good chat. Courageous Conversations help us talk with one …
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A part-time (approximately 8 to 10 hours per week) Technical Arts Coordinator is being sought to operate and maintain all theatrical technology systems of the church, including sound, lighting, video, and projection. The Technical Arts Coordinator will work closely with the Director of Music and Arts to ensure that all worship needs are met, as …
The Pastor Nominating Committee joyfully presents Reverend Clinton (Clint) G. Roberts as candidate for Pastor, Head of Staff of The First Presbyterian Church of Lake Forest.
To Our Members and Friends of First Presbyterian Church, The Pastor Nominating Committee is very pleased to announce our unanimous selection for Pastor, Head of Staff for First Presbyterian Church. Session has called a Congregational Meeting for July 7, 2019, following the 10 a.m. service to vote on our candidate. We present our nominee, the Reverend …
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by Jan Gibson, announced in worship January 6, 2019 Notice anything different around here? I’d like to give you a quick update of what’s happening right now with our Interior Renewal Project. As you can tell, we are officially under construction! Walls that once sectioned off the choir space and kitchen are currently dismantled. The …