The Growing Place Preschool
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Belong Fox Valley youth drop-in
The Investment Committee will meet in Room 4, at 6:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Joanne Dempsey
(Posted 7/2/25. Source: Joanne Dempsey’s 7/2/25 email.)
Deacons meeting
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
FVPC staff meeting
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 2:00-3:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
ChemWise will make a routine service call throughout the building, starting at 3:00 pm today.
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
Chancel Choir rehearsal
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Girl Scout Troop 160 meeting - pending confirmation from Troop
The Fruto de Vida congregation will conduct Bible study in Rooms 2 & 3, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Join us for our fall landscape workday! All ages are welcome. Come for the whole time or for what you can - all help is appreciated. Your participation supports our move toward a more sustainable, inviting and functional landscape for ourselves and our community. This morning, we will be planting bulbs to beautify our church garden
Organizer for these events: Building and Grounds Committee
(Posted 9/2/25. Source: Canva slide created by Matt Fleshman.)
The always-popular “Our Voices” adult education series returns today, meeting in the Conference Room at 9:00 am. Each week, a speaker will share their expertise and experience, offering their insights in a wide variety of topics. Today, Harrison Schneider will share his story of his involvement with our church, as well as his mission within our wider community. Watch the church publications for details on upcoming sessions as they become available.
(Updated 10/13/25. Source: Susan Strasser’s 10/13/25 email.)
Fellowship Hour hosts set up for Fellowship Hour
The Chancel Choir generally rehearses on Sundays before worship, September through May, from 9:30-10:00 am in the Choir Room.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director.
Our Disabilities Ministry classroom for children and youth is open from 10:00-11:30 am in Room 4.
Organizer for this event: Angie Bateman
Our next Kids Can Do God’s Work event will take place on Sunday, October 26, 10:00 am-1:00 pm. This event is for children ages 3 through grade 5. The kids will learn how kids can do God’s work by helping families through Heifer International. A Halloween lunch for kids will be provided, followed by fun games.
Parents can pick up their children at 1:00 pm in Room 2. There will be a brief meeting to share what the kids learned and what they plan to do next!
Please register for the event using the QR code below.
Organizer for this event: Dorene Tieche
(Posted 10/2/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 10/2/25 email.)
Organizer for this event: Dorene Tieche
(Posted 7/24/25. Source: Bridget Wachter’s 7/24/25 phone call.)
Sunday worship in the Sanctuary
Lazarus House lunch preparation - Youth Lounge
Fellowship Hour
Fellowship Team meeting - Conference Room
Our Joyful Noise Handbell Choir generally rehearses on Sundays in the Sanctuary, 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director
Lazarus House dinner preparation takes place on the fourth Sunday of the month in the Great Hall Kitchen, 3:00-6:00 pm.
Organizer for this event: Beth Jahoda
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Knitting Circle
PFLAG Board meeting
The ever-popular Butter Braids fundraiser for The Growing Place Preschool will be returning, pending Session approval. Watch this page and church publications for more information.
(Posted 8/26/25. Source: Minutes of the August 20, 2025 meeting of The Growing Place Preschool Advisory Committee.)
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Belong Fox Valley youth drop-in
Session meeting
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
FVPC staff meeting
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 2:00-3:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
The Pastoral Nominating Committee will meet in the Conference Room, 6:30-8:00 pm.
Organizer for this event: Laurie Musielak
(Posted 10/14/25. Source: Laurie Musielak’s 10/13/25 emial.)
Chancel Choir rehearsal
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Our next restaurant fundraiser takes place today - details to be determined.
Organizer for this event: Liz Holding
(Source: Minutes of April 22, 2025 Session meeting.)
On the fourth Thursday of the month, you will find Pastor Michelle hosting coffice hours, where all are welcome to come and chat about church, life, or anything else. If you have a friend who is curious about FVPC and isn't ready to come to worship yet, bring them to coffice hours and we will talk in a casual environment.
This month's coffee-office hours will be held Thursday, October 30, 2:00-4:00 pm. Watch this space for the location!
FVPC members and friends will get together to enjoy dinner on Thursday, October 30, 6:00 pm at Portofino’s Trattoria, 40W188 Campton Crossings Drive, St. Charles. We will meet in the private dining room - just off the main room - for ease of hearing. Portofino’s will donate a portion of our dinner bills to the church. If you plan to join us, please RSVP to Liz Holding (lizholding@comcast.net or (847) 606-8246) by October 29.
Organizer for this event: Liz Holding
(Posted 10/1/25. Source: Liz Holding’s 10/1/25 email.)
The Fruto de Vida congregation will conduct Bible study in Rooms 2 & 3, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Our monthly Styrofoam and plastic bags recycling event takes place on the first weekend of the month. Bring your Styrofoam and plastic bags to the bins at The Growing Place Preschool entrance. Read more about it here.
Organizer for this event: Jeff Mengler
Fellowship Hour hosts set up for Fellowship Hour
The always-popular “Our Voices” adult education series has returned, meeting in the Conference Room at 9:00 am. Each week, a speaker shares their expertise and experience, offering their insights in a wide variety of topics. Watch this space and church publications for details on upcoming sessions as they become available.
(Updated 10/20/25. Source: Susan Strasser’s 10/19/25 email.)
The Chancel Choir generally rehearses on Sundays before worship, September through May, from 9:30-10:00 am in the Choir Room.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director.
Our Disabilities Ministry classroom for children and youth is open from 10:00-11:30 am in Room 4.
Organizer for this event: Angie Bateman
All are welcome to our service of Scripture, sermon, prayers, and song.
Sunday School
Fellowship Hour
Our Joyful Noise Handbell Choir generally rehearses on Sundays in the Sanctuary, 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
The Mission Committee generally meets from 7:00-8:00 pm in the Conference Room and via Zoom on the first Monday of the month, August though June.
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Belong Fox Valley youth drop-in
All are welcome at Pub Theology, a monthly get-together sponsored by FVPC, the Unitarian Universalist Church, Geneva Lutheran Church, and the United Methodist Church of Geneva. Bring your questions and your curiosity and respectfully engage with people of varying religious traditions, philosophical perspectives, and life experiences. This month’s discussion topic is: “Express yourself! The storied art of self-expression.
Organizer for this event: Pastor Rob Hamilton, The United Methodist Church of Geneva
(Posted 9/30/25. Source: Pastor Rob’s 9/29/25 email.)
Building and Grounds Committee meeting
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
FVPC staff meeting
Fox River Valley Initiative leaders’ meeting
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 2:00-3:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
Youth Ministry Committee meeting - Conference Room
Chancel Choir rehearsal
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
The Boy Scout district roundtable meets on the first Thursday of the month, in the Great Hall and Rooms 1-4, 6:30-9:00 pm.
Organizer for this event: Kevin Wills
The Boy Scout district roundtable meets on the first Thursday of the month, in the Great Hall and Rooms 1-4, 6:30-9:00 pm.
Organizer for this event: Kevin Wills
The Boy Scout district roundtable meets on the first Thursday of the month, in the Great Hall, Rooms 1-4, and the Adult Lounge, 6:30-9:00 pm.
Organizer for this event: Kevin Wills
The Fruto de Vida congregation will conduct Bible study in Rooms 2 & 3, 7:00-9:00 pm.
This year’s middle and high school retreat will be a fun-filled day trip to Stronghold Camp and Conference Center in Oregon, Illinois! Our youth will join others from across the Presbytery for a day of connection, team building, and adventure on Saturday, November 8.
We’ll plan to leave around 9:00 am (exact time will be shared closer to the date) and return before midnight. We’ll carpool from church to the retreat and back home, with the possibility of drop-offs on the way for those who live west of church.
The cost this year is $25.00 per student, which includes lunch, dinner, and plenty of fun activities like archery, team-building challenges, and a bonfire to close out the day. The event is accessible, and scholarships are available—just reach out to Kelly Pearce to make arrangements.
✅ Deadline to register: October 17th
To attend, participants must complete all of the following:
RSVP to Kelly Pearce by email or text at kellyhpearce@gmail.com or 630-723-7938.
Complete the Stronghold Liability Waiver download here.
Complete the Youth Program Registration Form online here.
Submit payment of $25.00 per student (non-refundable). Payment may be made through the church’s giving page by selecting “Stronghold” from the dropdown, or by check payable to "FVPC" dropped off in the church office along with the printed waiver.
👉 Additional Chaperone Needed: We currently have one chaperone confirmed but will need at least one additional parent volunteer to help drive and join us for the day. If you would like to help, please email or text at kellyhpearce@gmail.com or 630-723-7938.
We can’t wait for this awesome day together—having fun and making great memories!
The Youth Ministry Team
The always-popular “Our Voices” adult education series has returned, meeting in the Conference Room at 9:00 am. Each week, a speaker will share their expertise and experience, offering their insights in a wide variety of topics. Today, Pastor Michelle will talk with us about her recent sabbatical. Watch the church publications for details on upcoming sessions as they become available.
(Updated 10/20/25. Source: Susan Strasser’s 10/19/25 email.)
Fellowship Hour hosts set up for Fellowship Hour
The Chancel Choir generally rehearses on Sundays before worship, September through May, from 9:30-10:00 am in the Choir Room.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director.
Our Disabilities Ministry classroom for children and youth is open from 10:00-11:30 am in Room 4.
Organizer for this event: Angie Bateman
Sunday worship in the Sanctuary
Sunday School
Community Dinner setup
Adult Ministries Committee meeting
Fellowship Hour
Our Joyful Noise Handbell Choir generally rehearses on Sundays in the Sanctuary, 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director
Community Dinner food preparation
Community Dinner
Community Dinner cleanup and takedown
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Knitting Circle
PFLAG meets on the second Monday of the month in the Youth Lounge, setup 5:30-6:30 pm, meeting begins 6:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Elaine McClure
Troop 60 meeting
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Girl Scout Troop 395 meeting - Rooms 2 & 3
Girl Scout Troop 897 meeting
Belong Fox Valley youth drop-in
The Pastoral Nominating Committee will meet in Rooms 2 and 3, 6:30-8:00 pm.
Organizer for this event: Laurie Musielak
(Posted 10/14/25. Source: Laurie Musielak’s 10/13/25 emial.)
Personnel Committee meeting
Worship and Music Committee meeting
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
FVPC staff meeting
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 2:00-3:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
Stewardship Committee meeting
Chancel Choir rehearsal
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Children’s Ministry Committee meeting
Belong: Fox Valley hosts The Belong Hangout on the second Thursday of the month in the Great Hall. Setup for the event begins at 6:15 pm. The Belong Hangout is open from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Takedown for the event will begin at 9:00 pm.
The Belong Hangout is a casual, sober hobby/game night for those 18 years old and over.
Organizer for this event: Katie Clark, Secretary of Belong: Fox Valley
(Source: 7/14/25 facilities usage request form)
Girl Scout Troop 160 meeting - pending confirmation from Troop
Setup for Inclusive Game Night - Great Hall, Room 4
Setup for the Empty Bowls fundraiser - Gathering Spaces and hallways, Great Hall & Kitchen
Inclusive Game Night - Great Hall, Room 4
The Fruto de Vida congregation will conduct Bible study in Rooms 2 & 3, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Setup for the Empty Bowls fundraiser - Great Hall & Kitchen
The artists’ serving bowls will be displayed in Rooms 2 & 3 for guests to pick up and use for their meal. Setup of Rooms 2 & 3 will begin at noon.
Organizer for this event: Karla Lynch
(Source: April 28, 2025 phone call from Karla Lynch)
Empty Bowls exhibitors and entertainers arrive - Gathering Spaces
Last year, FVPC raised close to $6,000 for the Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry and the Lazarus House meal programs with a new event, the Empty Bowls Fundraiser. It was a wonderful evening, and we are asking you to join us in raising $7,000 this year on Saturday, November 15.
Empty Bowls is a ticketed, artisan evening where folks enjoy live music, an arts and crafts raffle, a pottery demonstration, dine together in the Great Hall, and take home a hand-made ceramic soup bowl. Local restaurants donate specialty soups and bread, and ceramic studios donate bowls.
Supporting organizations that combat food insecurity has long been one of FVPC's missions, and we know many folks in the Fox Valley will experience cutbacks to food programs such as SNAP and others. The Empty Bowls Fundraiser for Food Insecurity is one way we can donate a significant contribution to help address this critical need!
Our core committee is hard at work preparing for this fun and meaningful event, but we need your help!
Buy Tickets - Gather friends and family so you can dine together at tables of eight. Tickets are $60.00 per person and go on sale on FVPC's website in September. Last year's event sold out, so we are adding tables this year. Look for the ticket table after worship on Sundays in October and November, or watch for ticket info in coming e-newsletters and posters.
Donate Your Art - Donate your art before November 12 to the Arts Raffle. We will accept items like ceramics, paintings, photography, weavings, and quilts. To donate, contact Wilma Van Arragon.
Volunteer - Come set up on Friday afternoon, November 14, and Saturday morning, November 15. Email Pat Sage or Laurie Musielak if you can spend an hour or two setting up tables, serving food, or helping with cleanup.
Any general questions, email event chair Karla Lynch.
Organizer for this event: Karla Lynch
(Posted 8/19/25. Source: 8/19/25 meeting with Karla Lynch.)
Arrival of Empty Bowls clean up crew
The always-popular “Our Voices” adult education series continues, meeting in the Conference Room at 9:00 am. Each week, a speaker shares their expertise and experience, offering their insights in a wide variety of topics. Watch the church publications for details on upcoming sessions as they become available.
(Updated 10/20/25. Source: Susan Strasser’s 10/19/25 email.)
Fellowship Hour hosts set up for Fellowship Hour
The Chancel Choir generally rehearses on Sundays before worship, September through May, from 9:30-10:00 am in the Choir Room.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director.
Our Disabilities Ministry classroom for children and youth is open from 10:00-11:30 am in Room 4.
Organizer for this event: Angie Bateman
All are welcome to our service of Scripture, sermon, prayers, and song.
Fellowship Hour
Our Joyful Noise Handbell Choir generally rehearses on Sundays in the Sanctuary, 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
The Fellowship Team invites all women looking for a new evening women’s monthly group for conversation/Bible study/book discussions/service projects to attend a planning meeting.
Debra Mengler will host this planning meeting on Monday, November 17, in the Cafe, 7:00-9:00 pm. At the meeting, we will discuss everyone’s ideas and then determine if we need more than one group and the best times to meet. Let Deb know if you need childcare as that will also be on the discussion table.
Organizer for this event: Fellowship Team
(Posted 10/13/25. Source: Karla Lynch’s 10/12/25 email.)
Blackhawk Presbytery stated assembly meeting - First Pres of DuPage, Zoom
Belong Fox Valley youth drop-in
Session meeting
Deacons meeting
FVPC staff meeting
Fox River Valley Initiative leaders’ meeting
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 2:00-3:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
The Growing Place Preschool Board meeting
Disabilities Ministry Committee meeting
Chancel Choir rehearsal
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Once a month, you will find Pastor Michelle hosting coffice hours, where all are welcome to come and chat about church, life, or anything else. If you have a friend who is curious about FVPC and isn't ready to come to worship yet, bring them to coffice hours and we will talk in a casual environment.
This month's coffee-office hours will be held Thursday, November 20, 2:00-4:00 pm. Watch this space for the location!
The Nominating Committee generally meets on the third Thursday of the month in the Conference Room, 6:30-7:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Kristin Williams
Earth Stewardship Team meeting
The Fruto de Vida congregation will conduct Bible study in Rooms 2 & 3, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Fellowship Hour hosts set up for Fellowship Hour
Nursery
The always-popular “Our Voices” adult education series concludes today, meeting in the Conference Room at 9:00 am. Each week, a speaker shares their expertise and experience, offering their insights in a wide variety of topics. Watch this space and church publications for details on upcoming sessions as they become available.
(Updated 10/20/25. Source: Susan Strasser’s 10/19/25 email.)
The Chancel Choir generally rehearses on Sundays before worship, September through May, from 9:30-10:00 am in the Choir Room.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director.
Our Disabilities Ministry classroom for children and youth is open from 10:00-11:30 am in Room 4.
Organizer for this event: Angie Bateman
All are welcome to our service of Scripture, sermon, prayers, and song.
Sunday School
Fellowship Hour
Kick off the Advent Season (a little early!) by making an Advent wreath for your home. This year, we will gather before Thanksgiving. Join us on Sunday, November 23, in the Great Hall immediately following the 10:15 am worship service. There will be great food and fellowship at this favorite annual event, and everyone is invited. Materials to make your own wreath to take home will be provided. Watch for more details and information on how to RSVP.
(Originally posted 8/26/25. Updated 10/17/25. Source: Beth Jahoda’s 10/17/25 email.)
Lazarus House lunch preparation - Youth Lounge
Our Joyful Noise Handbell Choir generally rehearses on Sundays in the Sanctuary, 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director
Lazarus House dinner preparation takes place on the fourth Sunday of the month in the Great Hall Kitchen, 3:00-6:00 pm.
Organizer for this event: Beth Jahoda
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Knitting Circle
PFLAG Board meeting
The Pastoral Nominating Committee will meet in the Conference Room, 6:30-8:00 pm.
Organizer for this event: Laurie Musielak
(Posted 10/14/25. Source: Laurie Musielak’s 10/13/25 emial.)
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Belong Fox Valley youth drop-in
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
FVPC staff meeting
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 2:00-3:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
Chancel Choir rehearsal
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Girl Scout Troop 160 meeting - pending confirmation from Troop
The Fruto de Vida congregation will conduct Bible study in Rooms 2 & 3, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Fellowship Hour hosts set up for Fellowship Hour
The Chancel Choir generally rehearses on Sundays before worship, September through May, from 9:30-10:00 am in the Choir Room.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director.
Our Disabilities Ministry classroom for children and youth is open from 10:00-11:30 am in Room 4.
Organizer for this event: Angie Bateman
All are welcome to our service of Scripture, sermon, prayers, and song.
Sunday School
Fellowship Hour
Our Joyful Noise Handbell Choir generally rehearses on Sundays in the Sanctuary, 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
The Mission Committee generally meets from 7:00-8:00 pm in the Conference Room and via Zoom on the first Monday of the month, August though June.
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Belong Fox Valley youth drop-in
Building and Grounds Committee meeting
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
FVPC staff meeting
Fox River Valley Initiative leaders’ meeting
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 2:00-3:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
Youth Ministry Committee meeting - Conference Room
Chancel Choir rehearsal
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
The Fruto de Vida congregation will conduct Bible study in Rooms 2 & 3, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Our monthly Styrofoam and plastic bags recycling event takes place on the first weekend of the month. Bring your Styrofoam and plastic bags to the bins at The Growing Place Preschool entrance. Read more about it here.
Organizer for this event: Jeff Mengler
Fellowship Hour hosts set up for Fellowship Hour
The Chancel Choir generally rehearses on Sundays before worship, September through May, from 9:30-10:00 am in the Choir Room.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director.
Our Disabilities Ministry classroom for children and youth is open from 10:00-11:30 am in Room 4.
Organizer for this event: Angie Bateman
Sunday worship in the Sanctuary
Sunday School
Fellowship Hour
Our Joyful Noise Handbell Choir generally rehearses on Sundays in the Sanctuary, 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director
Knitting Circle
PFLAG meets on the second Monday of the month in the Youth Lounge, setup 5:30-6:30 pm, meeting begins 6:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Elaine McClure
Girl Scout Troop 395 meeting - Rooms 2 & 3
Girl Scout Troop 897 meeting
Belong Fox Valley youth drop-in
All are welcome at Pub Theology, a monthly get-together sponsored by FVPC, the Unitarian Universalist Church, Geneva Lutheran Church, and the United Methodist Church of Geneva. Bring your questions and your curiosity and respectfully engage with people of varying religious traditions, philosophical perspectives, and life experiences. This month’s discussion topic is: “Express yourself! The storied art of self-expression.
Organizer for this event: Pastor Rob Hamilton, The United Methodist Church of Geneva
(Posted 9/30/25. Source: Pastor Rob’s 9/29/25 email.)
Personnel Committee meeting
Worship and Music Committee meeting
FVPC staff meeting
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 2:00-3:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
Stewardship Committee meeting
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
Chancel Choir rehearsal
Children’s Ministry Committee meeting
Belong: Fox Valley hosts The Belong Hangout on the second Thursday of the month in the Great Hall. Setup for the event begins at 6:15 pm. The Belong Hangout is open from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Takedown for the event will begin at 9:00 pm.
The Belong Hangout is a casual, sober hobby/game night for those 18 years old and over.
Organizer for this event: Katie Clark, Secretary of Belong: Fox Valley
(Source: 7/14/25 facilities usage request form)
Girl Scout Troop 160 meeting - pending confirmation from Troop
Setup for Inclusive Game Night - Great Hall, Room 4
Inclusive Game Night - Great Hall, Room 4
The Fruto de Vida congregation will conduct Bible study in Rooms 2 & 3, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Fellowship Hour hosts set up for Fellowship Hour
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Join us on Sunday, October 19 from 5:30–7:00 PM at John & Lisa Hall’s home (4N 929 Brookside West Drive, St. Charles) for a fall bonfire with food, fun, and S’mores.
RSVP isn’t required, but it really helps us out with planning. Please text Nicole Fleshman at 630-205-5810 to RSVP.
In the event of rain please check Facebook or GroupMe updates.
Posted by Nicole Fleshman
Our Joyful Noise Handbell Choir generally rehearses on Sundays in the Sanctuary, 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director
The Empty Bowls fundraiser team will meet in the Conference Room, beginning at 11:20 am.
Organizer for this event: Karla Lynch
(Posted 9/25/25. Source: Karla Lynch’s 9/24/25 email.)
Fellowship Hour
Sunday School
All are welcome to our service of Scripture, sermon, prayers, and song.
Our Disabilities Ministry classroom for children and youth is open from 10:00-11:30 am in Room 4.
Organizer for this event: Angie Bateman
The Chancel Choir generally rehearses on Sundays before worship, September through May, from 9:30-10:00 am in the Choir Room.
Organizer for this event: Christopher Jackson, Music Director.
Nursery
Fellowship Hour hosts set up for Fellowship Hour
Today, we will wrap up our multi-week class based on The Bible With and Without Jesus: How Jews and Christians Read the Same Stories Differently, by Amy-Jill Levin and Mark Zvi Brettler. This class is being taught by FVPC member Paul Vlajcic, and meets in the Conference Room at 9:00 am.
Our guided tour of the most popular Hebrew Bible passages quoted in the New Testament is showing us what the texts meant in their original contexts. We have been learning how how Jews and Christians, over time, understood those same texts.
Comparing various interpretations – historical, literary, and theological - of each ancient text, the class offers a deeper understanding of the original narratives and their many after lives. We are seeing how the text speaks to different generations under changed circumstances, and so illuminate the Bible’s ongoing significance. By understanding the depth and variety by which these passages have been and can be understood, we see the Bible as a source of inspiration for all to read.
(Updated 10/13/25. Source: Susan Strasser’s 10/13/25 email.)
This one-day workshop is designed to help participants discern their Enneagram number through a combination of videos, workbook exercises and discussion. Breakfast will be provided, and we will include a break for lunch. This session is designed to be a first step on the Enneagram Journey, and the day will include time to discuss options for continued exploration. We encourage you to invite a friend to join you for this workshop!
The cost for the workshop is $20.00 for the workbook. Questions? Please email Laurie Musielak or Becky Pearce. To register for this workshop, email Laurie by September 26, 2025.
Organizers for this event: Laurie Musielak and Becky Pearce
(Updated 6/16/25. Source: Laurie Musielak’s 6/16/25 email).
The Fruto de Vida congregation will conduct Bible study in Rooms 2 & 3, 7:00-9:00 pm.
There will be a Confirmation meeting in Meeting Room #10, beginning at 7:30 pm.
(Posted 10/16/25, per Pastor Michelle.)
Earth Stewardship Team meeting
The Nominating Committee generally meets on the third Thursday of the month in the Conference Room, 6:30-7:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Kristin Williams
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Chancel Choir rehearsal
The Growing Place Preschool Advisory Committee meets in the Conference Room, beginning at 6:30 pm.
Organizer for this event: Pam Curry, The Growing Place Preschool Director
(Posted 8/19/25. Source: Pam Curry’s 8/18/25 email.)
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
In our fast-paced world, finding a quiet time to pray and listen to God can be a challenge.
All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary for a quiet time devoted to reflection and silent prayer each Wednesday, 2:00-3:00 pm. No need to sign up or register - come when you can and stay as long as you like.
If you feel called to support our community in prayer by serving on the silent prayer hour facilitation team, or if you have questions, please contact Becky Pearce or Jean Williams.
Organizers for this event: Becky Pearce and Jean Williams
(Reposted 7/11/25. Source: Dorene Tieche’s 7/10/25 email.)
Fox River Valley Initiative leaders’ meeting
FVPC staff meeting
The Growing Place Preschool, 9:00 am-1:30 pm in preschool classrooms, Rooms 2 and 3, Great Hall & Kitchen
Worship and Music Committee meeting
Youth Ministry Committee members will be assembling care packages for our college students in Room 4, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Organizers for this event: Lisa Hall and Karen Peruba
(Posted 10/14/25. Source: Lisa Hall’s 10/14/25 email.)