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The following listing is chronological with ongoing groups first.
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The following listing is chronological with ongoing groups first. 〰️
Pride Month
June is PRIDE month and while we welcome and celebrate our diversity all year, we are PROUD to participate in special activities. We are incredibly excited to again participate in the Annual Buffalo Grove Pride Parade – this year’s theme is Pride is Natural. Join us in celebrating the beauty in all families who are nurturing, caring and loving. Being a part of the LGBTQIA community is as natural as it gets. Join us for this special celebration Sunday, June 1, 2024 for a true in-person, family-centric Pride Parade in the suburbs.
FUMCAH is a “Friends of BG Pride” sponsor and will be marching in the parade. If you are interested in joining us please call or text Sharon Nudo. We will meet at the church and car pool at 9am as walkers and group members should be at the staging area by 10:30. Step off for the 1 mile parade route is at 11am.
We’d love to see you there, rain or shine. Rainbow colors and “Magical RAINBOW Explosion” attire encouraged.
Upcoming Pride activities:
Friday, May 9 – Decorating paper parasols for use in the Buffalo Grove Pride Parade, FUMCAH at 4:30pm. Contact Thom Frerk for details.
Sunday, June 1 – Annual Buffalo Grove Pride Parade. Contact Sharon Nudo if you wish to march with FUMCAH
Sunday, June 8 – Kaleidoscope featuring Bishop Karen Oliveto
Saturday, June 21 – Pride Night at Trinity UMC, 6-9pm
Sunday, June 22 – HOME musical production at Trinity UMC
Sunday, June 29 – Chicago Pride Parade. Contact Sharon Nudo if you wish to march with FUMCAH.
Youth Summer Mission
The SrHI youth and several adults are heading back to the Appalachian hills to help make folks' homes warmer, safer, and drier.
Encountering Jesus Open House
Have you been curious about our Encountering Jesus Through Mark study that meets on Sunday morning after the service? Our upcoming Open House on June 22 at 11:00 in the Wesley Room is the perfect time to come see what it’s all about.
We’ve been slowly journeying through the Book of Mark with a close reading and lively conversation. Each session stands on its own, so whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or are brand new, you’ll feel welcome. We offer helpful recaps and tools to get you oriented quickly.
After our study, we gather around the table to share a meal and build community and friendship.
If you're longing for deeper connection, meaningful dialogue, and a fresh look at the life of Jesus, we’d love for you to join us.
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Get ready to SCUBA, friends! We'll be diving into the beauty of friendship with God this Summer for Vacation Bible School. Come explore and be immersed in both the life of our seas and the life of our God. This event is free and open to all (just like grace)!
Youth D&D Adventures
Join us for another (and now ongoing) adventure at the table of roll and play.
Kaleidoscope - Kaleidoscope Becoming the Church We Dream Of: Hope and Justice in the UMC
Bishop Karen Oliveto shares her story and invites us all to consider what the future of the UMC might look like as we imagine a more just and welcoming church together.
Pentecost
Come celebrate Pentecost with us—a day of wind, fire, and welcome. Our guest preacher is Bishop Karen Oliveto, the first openly lesbian bishop in The United Methodist Church.
JAM Musical 2025
Open to all youth/teens and adults. Please complete this survey if you are interested in participating/helping: 2024 Musical Survey.
Next Steps
Want to take the next step in your faith? Join others as we explore a method (it’s how we got our name) for engaging our faith through 3 Simple Rules—Do Good, Do No Harm, and Stay in Love with God.
Feed My Starving Children Meal Packing
We invite you to offer hope for the vulnerable around the world by Hand-packing specially formulated MannaPack meals for children around the world.
Earth Day Work Day!
The youth ministry is heading outside to practice resurrection by transplanting native plants and taking an educational tour of the Slough.
Kendra Gives Back Event
20% of your purchase will benefit FUMCAH’s Appalachia Service Project and Youth Missions.
Easter Sunday
Easter is the divine restart, breaking through the closed tombs of our lives and our world. This Sunday, we celebrate the risen Christ who has already rolled away the stone, inviting us to witness resurrection, recommit to justice, and live and love with bold hope. Join us as we proclaim together—Christ is risen, and love has the final word!
We will have two Easter Sunday services, at 9:30am and 11:15am, with an egg hunt and games for kids in between.
Good Friday
Our Good Friday service begins at 7:30pm.
Drawing on the seven last words of Jesus, this service will intermingle scripture, singing and silence to allow us to fully absorb the final hours of Jesus’ life.
Palm Sunday
We begin Holy Week on Palm Sunday, celebrating Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem, with a service at 9:30am.
Youth D&D Adventures
Join us for another (and now ongoing) adventure at the table of roll and play.
Learn About Gerry's Cafe
Learn about and enjoy some delicious refreshments from Gerry's Cafe, a non-profit, full-service local café with over 35 employees with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
GAYM Nite
Join the Reconciling Ministries Committee and their Friends and Allies for a multi-generational evening of food, fellowship and board games. Be sure to wear your rainbow colors or be wearin' your St. Patrick's Day green! We hope to see you there for what promises to be a fun evening!
Bring your favorite game and an appetizer or dessert to share. Donations of $5 appreciated to benefit Glen's Friends | LGBTQ+.
Old-Fashioned Methodist Potluck
Enjoy some socializing and eating with the FUMCAH family after worship!
FUMCAH Saturday at the Faith Feeds Food Pantry
Team FUMCAH will help staff the Faith Feeds Food Pantry for their regular Saturday distribution.
Commonground's White Elephant Party
We hope you can join us for Commonground's annual Holiday party! RSVP here.
Cook, Cork, and Fork to Connect!
Ready to Connect with your FUMCAH family over a dinner that we make together? Join the Connections team for an outing at Cook, Cork, and Fork. Sign up here.
Youth Missions Bread Bake (and Lock-IN)
Sign up here: Bread Bake/Bread Sale for Youth Missions
(the Bread Sale will be on Sunday, February 2)
United Women in Faith Ice Breaker
postponed until 1/28 due to the cold
Meet and mingle with others! Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome, whether UWFaith members or not.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
Join us for a fun, family-friendly, intergenerational morning of service at FUMCAH! Sign up here: MLK Service Day January 20, 2025
Tethered: Finding Peace in an Anxious World
We will explore the transformative power of serenity, acceptance, courage, and wisdom, aiming to live more intentionally in a world that can often feel out of control.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Services
Be sure to come for Christmas Eve services at 4pm, 8pm, and 11pm! Join us in the Sanctuary or online at fumcah.com/worship. The services will be live-streamed to YouTube and will be available to view later.
The Longest Night
While most people enjoy the festive spirit of major holidays, for those who have suffered recent loss the pain of isolation, loneliness and grief is underscored. The winter solstice is a natural symbol that reminds us that light eventually overcomes darkness. Even the longest, darkest night gives way to longer and brighter days.
A service of hope for those who are enduring a season of sorrow will be held on Friday, December 20, at 7:30pm in the chapel. Through candlelit song, sharing and prayer, we will honor the journey you’ve been on and set our feet on a brighter path forward. No reservations necessary.
This service will be in-person only.