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January 29, 2025

2024 Annual Report

The 2024 Annual Report is available online and will be available in printed form soon.


2024 Annual Report Highlights: 

  • 20 new members joined the church family
  • 10 baptisms were celebrated
  • VBS enrolled 180 kids
  • Total mission giving was $164,000
  • Pledged giving for 2025 surpassed $1 million for the first time in over a decade


We thank God for all that was accomplished in 2024! You can access the report here.

Sunday's Services


Sunday's Message:


THE WAY: Becoming on a Journey

I Assure You

Luke 4:22-30


In the Gospels, Jesus says, “follow me” some 21 times. How exactly do we follow him? Living as a disciple of Jesus can be a difficult endeavor. Pitfalls and problems abound. Rather than a list of tasks to complete or actions to take, discipleship involves becoming who God is calling us to be. "The Way" sermon series will explore moments from Jesus’ ministry that express how we can more faithfully follow him to live lives overflowing with grace, humility, and love.


9:00 and 10:30 a.m. Services


In case you missed 

last week's worship, 

you can watch here.

Adult Education

Mere Christianity

Sundays through February 23

10:30 a.m. in Stewart Hall

Led by Pastor Greg Anderson and Guest Scholars


MERE CHRISTIANITY by C.S. Lewis is a Christian classic that is often quoted but rarely read cover to cover. Greg Anderson, with help from several C. S. Lewis scholars, will lead a four week lecture/discussion course through February. They will help us take a fresh look at our Christian faith through the eyes of Lewis.


Micah 6:8 Event

Micah 6:8 Event:

Practicing Presence: What Does

It Look Like To Do Justice?


Wednesday, February 5 at 6:30 p.m. in Stewart Hall

(immediately following The Table)


Join us to hear Pastor Jonathan Brooks talk about what justice looks like in practice. God’s call in Micah 6:8 is to “love mercy, do justice and walk humbly with God.” What does that “do justice” piece look like, practically speaking and in action? 


Jonathan Brooks is the Lead Pastor of Lawndale Community Church in the Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. Pastah J, as he is affectionately called, is a sought-after speaker, writer and artist. He is the author of the book Church Forsaken: Practicing Presence in Neglected Neighborhoods, published by InterVarsity Press. During his tenure at Canaan (where he previously pastored), the church released a gospel album titled Recommend Jesus to be used as an avenue to share faith as an integral component in community transformation. Lastly, Pastah J has also recorded four hip-hop albums with the group Out-World and a mixtape to accompany the book Church Forsaken.


All are welcome! This event is sponsored by the Micah 6:8 group of First Pres.


Women of the Word Bible Study Tonight

Wednesday night WOW Bible study is held on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Living room. Join us for weekly fellowship, prayer, and Bible discovery! Childcare available if requested. Contact Pastor Kat with questions.

Valentine's Dinner

Valentine’s Dinner

Wednesday, February 12

5:30-6:30 p.m.


Join your church family for a themed Valentine’s Dinner. We will enjoy uplifting fellowship, a delicious meal, and a blessed atmosphere. Invite your friends and family to join us for this special meal. RSVP here by Sunday, February 9.

This week is Scout Sunday

Scout Sunday is February 2


Scouts from Troop 23 will be serving homemade donuts between services in the Rotunda on Scout Sunday, with trays set out after the second service.



The Scouts will also be serving as greeters and presenting the Minute for Mission at both service.



Women's Ministry Annual Bake Sale

Women’s Ministry Annual Bake Sale

Sunday, February 9

Between services in the Rotunda


Women’s Ministry will be hosting their annual bake sale on Super Bowl Sunday. Please stop by to stock up on treats for the game, sweets for Valentine’s Day, and to support Women’s Ministry!

If you have baked goods to contribute to the sale, please drop them off in the kitchen before 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, marked "WM Bake Sale.



Kids Ministry


Kids Ministry Valentine's Party

Sunday, February 2

5:00-6:00 p.m.

Bounce house, games, dancing, snacks, photobooth, crafts and more! RSVP here.

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Sunday School at 10:30 a.m! Sunday School is for children age 3 by September 1 through 5th grade. Register here

  • Preschool 3's and 4's meet in LL102
  • Kindergarten and 1st grade meet in LL105
  • 2nd and 3rd grade meet in LL106
  • 4th and 5th grade meet in LL107 


Childcare is available during both services in LL103 for children ages 3 years and younger.

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Mark your calendar for 2025 VBS!

June 9-13

This year's theme to be revealed soon!

Youth Ministry

Genesis Middle School Ministry: 

Genesis meets on Sunday from 10:30-11:30 a.m.


Confirmation Class:

Confirmation class will meet this Sunday from 10:30-11:30 a.m.


WF:

WF meets on Sundays from 6:30-8:30 p.m.


Presbyterians in Partnership – Per Capita


All churches are invited to support the mission of the PC(USA), our larger church family. You can help First Pres to fulfill this Per Capita commitment by making a contribution of $38.00 for each church member in your family in addition to your regular giving. Last year's fully funded per capita commitment to the Chicago Presbytery was $36,646. That amount will increase this year to $38,228. You are welcome to make your check out to First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton  and note “Per Capita” in the memo line, or contribute online and select the Per Capita fund from the drop down menu. Thank you for your support of the greater church.

Calendar and Office Hours

Check the First Pres calendar regularly for updates.

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Regular Office Hours

Monday through Thursday – 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Friday – 8:30 a.m.-12:00 noon




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