Coming up at First Pres

Worship at 10 AM in the Sanctuary or Chapel

Rev. Dr. Brian R. Paulson is preaching in the Sanctuary and Rev. Nanette Sawyer is preaching in the Chapel. The services will also be livestreamed on our YouTube channel. A digital bulletin is available on our website for those worshiping online.

Childcare | Birth–PreK

Childcare is available in our Nursery (birth–2) and Pre-K room (ages 3–4).

Sunday School | ages 3–7th grade

Come learn, play, create, and discover! Kids explore Bible stories through games, crafts, activities, and conversation. Families begin together in worship, then children head to their classrooms at 10:15 AM.

Wiggly Worship Tables in Sanctuary & Chapel

Little hands are welcome here! Kids in 3rd grade and younger can join us at our Wiggly Worship tables, where hands-on activities help them participate, explore, and engage with worship. Sit nearby and worship together!

Social Hour

Join us for coffee, lemonade and sweets in the Social Hall immediately following worship.

Click here to access our online giving.

Supporting Our Vision Through Stewardship

At our quarterly All-Committee Night this past Monday, church leaders, including deacons, elders, and members of our church committees, gathered to discuss the Vision Plan and the commitments that will guide First Pres in the years ahead.

The conversation centered on three areas of focus: Christ-Centered Worship, Lifelong Spiritual Formation, and Community and Shared Experiences. Inspired by the congregation’s God-Sized Dreams, the plan includes 24 commitments that will help shape our future together.

Bringing this vision to life takes all of us. Your financial support helps make this work possible. When your 2027 Stewardship pledge letter arrives in the mail, please prayerfully consider how you can support our shared vision for First Pres.

Congregational Meeting on November 8

The Session has called a special meeting of the congregation for Sunday, November 8, immediately following worship, to elect an Associate Pastor Nominating Committee (APNC).



Rev. Nanette Sawyer's interim ministry will conclude in spring 2028, but the pastoral leadership she provides will still be needed. We are preparing to call an installed Associate Pastor to continue this work. In our Presbyterian tradition, the congregation elects the committee that searches for and recommends an Associate Pastor. This prayerful process often takes a year or more, so we are beginning now.

Please join us on November 8. Pray for those who will serve and for God's guidance as we seek an Associate Pastor to help us grow in faith and serve Christ.

CEEQ: Voting Rights on Sunday, October 18

11:10 AM - 12:00 PM in the Conference Room

Join CARE and Christian Education as we “seek” to connect our faith with what’s happening in the world around us. Our October conversation will explore Voting Rights. No homework, no expertise, and no right answers required—just come ready for a flexible, discussion-based conversation.

Love Every Neighbor: Disability Perspectives

Sunday, October 25 at 6 PM

Join us on Sunday, October 25, from 6–7:30 PM. in Fellowship Hall for a conversation about the experiences of our neighbors with disabilities and how we can love better. Tacos and conversation begin at 6 PM, followed by the program at 6:30 PM. Families are welcome, with a kids’ program and childcare provided. Registration is encouraged but not required. Click here to register online !

Bridge Partner Moment for Mission on Sunday

Roberti Community House in Waukegan

Roberti Community House offers food assistance and programs for children and adults focused on healthy lifestyles and well-being. Volunteers are needed for youth programs, food distribution, meal preparation, ESL, sewing, and more.

Volunteers are critical to the success of Roberti Community House programs and support. There are many ways to share your time and make an impact!

• After School Youth Program (high school/college and adult volunteers needed!)
• Emergency Food Support - pick up, sort and deliver to food-insecure neighbors
• Cooking daily lunches for families in need
• Adult programs - sewing, ESL, cooking and yoga

To explore volunteer opportunities, visit roberticommunityhouse.org or stop by the table in the Sanctuary Narthex this Sunday.

David Edelfelt in Concert

Friday, November 6 at 7 PM in the First Pres Chapel

In this one-man performance, David shares his most personal show to date, offering songs about love, life and laughter - through the lens of joy, gratitude and inspiration. Come for the fun and bring a friend! Doors open at 6:30 PM.

Coffee at Karina's Bakery on Saturday, November 7 at 10 AM

First Pres folks will be hanging out at Karina's Bakery in Mundelein on Saturday, November 7 from 10:00-11:00 AM. It's part of our monthly First Pres Coffee Tour to support local Black- and Brown-owned businesses. No program, no agenda, just a chance to grab a drink and hang out with First Pres folks for as much or as little of the hour as you’d like. Bring a friend!

Following Christ While Confronting Injustice

October 20 & 27 at 7 PM in the Conference Room

This class is exploring ways followers of Christ have resisted and addressed injustice for centuries. Through Scripture, political theory, and theology, we will consider the options available to us as we seek faithful answers to the question: “What can I do?”

Click here to sign up!

Flower Dedications

Honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion with a beautiful floral arrangement in our worship spaces on Sunday mornings. The cost is $45. Click here to make a dedication or call the church at 847-362-2174.

Libertyville Senior Center Update

Click here for their October newsletter.

Phishing Texts & Email Scams

Scams like spoofed emails and texts are becoming more common and can be very convincing. In some cases, scammers may pose as pastors, staff, or fellow members and ask for gift cards, money, personal information, or a quick response to a link.

Our pastors and staff will never ask for gift cards, money, or sensitive information by email or text. If something seems off, please call the church office at 847-362-2174 before taking any action.