Adult Education

Anyone, no matter their age, can deepen and nurture their faith.
We invite you to join us!

Adult Ed at First Pres

Fellowship and faith. What better way to start your Sunday mornings at First Pres!

March 17 & 24, April 7 & 14 | Praying at the Stop Sign: Spiritual Preparation for a Major Life Change. 

Facilitated by Pastor Paul as part of his preparation for his own retirement, we’ll look at four interconnected spiritual aspects of any significant life change and how we can prepare to navigate those seasons well. Retiring? Relocating? Remarrying? Or simply realizing that some part of your life is changing permanently? This series is for you.

WATCH Week One Recording and download Week One Handout
WATCH Week Two Recording and download Week Two Handout

Sunday Mornings at 9:00-10:00 am

Parent Oasis classes geared towards parent with young children.  Join us in our discussion of Proverbs: Wisdom for you and your Family.  Classes meet Sunday mornings at 9:00 am in the lower-level Primary Room. Children are invited to attend the Sunday Kids Club during this time

March 10 | Belief in Action: World Relief Chicagoland

Jon Ebersole and Holly Tseng of World Relief lead a Belief in Action session on World Relief Chicagoland. Learn more about the important work of this Christian humanitarian organization, and how we can effectively partner with them.

WATCH recording of the session

VIEW or DOWNLOAD World Relief Welcome Kit Donation Guide

THREE WAYS TO GET INVOLVED WITH WORLD RELIEF CHICAGOLAND

Welcome Kits—Gather and donate items for welcome kits on a consistent basis – maybe that’s one, two, eight, twelve per year! See the World Relief Welcome Kit Donation Guide.

English Language and Youth Tutors—Volunteer in person or virtually.

  • English tutors work with adult language learners to help them advance in their language skills through weekly meetings for 4-6 months. Timing is flexible, appointments can happen over Zoom, WhatsApp, or in person (or a combination). Training is provided, so no experience is required.
  • Youth tutors work with youth elementary-high school aged to support academic success by assisting with homework, practicing English together, and supporting mental health through the presence of a “mentor” figure who cares about them. Tutoring can also be done virtually or in person, with a weekly commitment of 4-6 months. Training is provided and matches are made based upon areas of interest and ages tutors are comfortable working with. Parents may also get connected with the tutor through the tutoring sessions.

Transportation Assistant—If you need more flexibility in scheduling, join the transportation volunteer list and serve when you can. There are opportunities to help people get to appointments, as well as greeting refugees at O’Hare airport when they first arrive to the US. Daytime and evening opportunities are available, and training and on-call support are provided for every transportation service time.

For more information contact Jon Ebersole or Holly Tseng.